Huayu: From the Era of Ringtones to Becoming a Legend

Lu Jiuge, who was organizing a meeting with the company's core team, looked grim when she saw the caller ID and handed the phone to Zuo Wei.

"Old Zuo, could you double-check if this number is the phone number for the head of the propaganda department? Could I have saved it to the wrong number?"

Zuo Wei took the phone, glanced at the caller ID, and his expression turned serious:

"That's right, this is Director Wu Changjun's number!"

Having confirmed the number was correct, Lu Jiuge, though still doubtful, immediately answered the call:

"Director Wu, hello, this is Lu Jiuge from Qianxing Media. What instructions do you have, leader?"

Wu Changjun didn't mince words; his tone was serious, and he answered directly:

"Mr. Lu, there's something important I need you to do. Please come to my office sometime tomorrow. I'll be waiting for you!"

After Wu Changjun finished speaking, he hung up the phone without giving Lu Jiuge a chance to reply.

Lu Jiuge stared at the darkened phone screen, a hint of seriousness flashing in her eyes.

Everyone in the conference room had heard what Wu Changjun had just said, and their eyes all turned to Lu Jiuge.

"Xiao Lu, what should we do?"

Liu Sixi asked.

"What else can we do but fight back head-on!"

Zuo Wei slammed his fist on the table in anger:

"This is clearly the result of pressure from the film and television industry, the music scene, capital, and television stations working together. We can't just give up like this!"

Zheng Lin and Chen Bin remained silent, exchanging a glance, both seeing seriousness in each other's eyes.

Qianxing Media is currently enjoying great success, but its success has attracted attention, and its 13 billion yuan box office revenue has shattered the entire industry's profit structure.

Furthermore, Lu Jiuge's announcement of his annual plans for five movies and four variety shows has already crossed the line for all established forces.

The fact that the management has personally summoned him is clearly a trap.

"Director Wu told me I must be in his office by tomorrow!"

"No matter the reason, I have to go. The head of the publicity department called me personally. If I don't go and face it, Qianxing Media will have absolutely no chance!"

In the face of absolute power, all capital, box office revenue, fame, and strength appear incredibly fragile.

Lu Jiuge understood this better than anyone else. He could fight against the film and television industry, the music scene, and capital, but he could never fight against management.

Standing up, Lu Jiuge assigned the task:

"Everyone, do your job, stabilize the company situation, and wait for my news."

"Also, don't announce this news yet!"

……

No sleep for one night.

The next morning, Lu Jiuge traveled light and flew alone to Kyoto.

There was no fanfare, no farewell, it was just like an ordinary business trip.

Upon arriving in Kyoto, Lu Jiuge did not delay for a moment and went directly to the propaganda department's office building.

Guided by the staff, Lu Jiuge entered Wu Changjun's office.

The office is spacious and simple, without any unnecessary decorations.

Wu Changjun sat behind his desk, dressed in a formal suit, with a serious expression and sharp eyes, exuding an aura of pressure from someone who had long held a high position.

Seeing Lu Jiuge enter, Wu Changjun did not get up, but simply pointed to the chair opposite him:

"sit."

Lu Jiuge sat down as instructed, her back straight, her expression calm, showing no sign of stage fright.

The two looked at each other for a moment, and Wu Changjun spoke first:

"Mr. Lu, you are very young and very capable."

"You spearheaded the establishment of digital music industry standards; you turned 'The Voice of China' into a national-level variety show; and 'Us and Them' raked in 13 billion yuan at the box office."

"In your hands, Qianxing Media has achieved in less than a year what others couldn't do in ten years."

First praise, then criticize.

Lu Jiuge's heart sank; she knew that what was about to be said would not be pleasant.

Sure enough, Wu Changjun changed the subject, his expression becoming even more serious:

"But you've developed too fast, too aggressively, and too unruly."

"The entire film and television industry, the music scene, major TV stations, and all mainstream capital have all sent me complaints. They are jointly pressuring us to immediately rectify the situation, or even shut down Qianxing Media."

"They accuse you of disorderly expansion, content monopoly, market manipulation, and disrupting the industry ecosystem..."

Lu Jiuge's face darkened, and she stared at Wu Changjun without saying a word.

He knew perfectly well what was going on.

Claims of ecological destruction and disorderly expansion are merely excuses for unequal distribution of benefits.

The entire industry is afraid of him, afraid that he will take away all the profits and break the rules they have held for more than a decade. That's why they want to join forces to get rid of him as soon as possible.

Wu Changjun's words have already laid the answer out in the open:

Shutting down Qianxing Media was the final solution proposed by the management.

However, due to the achievements and influence of Qianxing Media, as well as the contributions made by Lu Jiuge himself, he was given one last chance for a meeting, leaving him with a final shred of dignity.

In the face of absolute power, all excuses are pale and powerless.

Lu Jiuge took a deep breath to calm herself down and stared at Wu Changjun, asking:

"Director Wu, is there absolutely no room for negotiation on this matter?"

Wu Changjun did not answer directly, but simply picked up his teacup, took a slow sip, and gave his answer with silence.

Seeing this, Lu Jiuge's last shred of hope vanished completely.

He remained silent for a full half minute, his mind racing, before raising his head and offering his only solution to the impasse:

"What the entire industry fears is never Qianxing Media, but me, Lu Jiuge."

"I can voluntarily withdraw from the domestic market and will not interfere in any of Qianxing's affairs for the next two years."

"But there is one condition: preserve Qianxing Media, do not shut it down, do not suppress it, and do not interfere with the company's normal operations."

He paused, then his tone suddenly became more forceful, carrying a hint of desperate resolve:

"If this condition cannot be negotiated, then I will never compromise."

"Given Qianxing's team, cash flow, industry reputation, and influence at home and abroad, if we really push them to the brink of mutual destruction, no one will be able to escape unscathed."

The moment the words left his mouth, the atmosphere in the office froze.

Wu Changjun's face darkened abruptly, and a flash of anger appeared in his eyes.

Lu Jiuge was forcing him, using herself as a bargaining chip to save Qianxing Media's life.

He stared at Lu Jiuge for a long time, his eyes shifting uncertainly.

On one hand, there is the combined pressure from the entire industry; on the other hand, there is Lu Jiuge's firm bottom line and the industry value of Qianxing Media that cannot be easily shaken.

After a long while, Wu Changjun slowly exhaled, and his tense expression finally relaxed a little.

"it is good."

I promise you.

"You leave the country and do not interfere in any of Qianxing's affairs for two years. I will guarantee that Qianxing Media will be safe and sound, without any restructuring, shutdown, or suppression."

"But remember, all your actions after you leave will be monitored, and you are not allowed to transfer company assets overseas in any form. If you breach the contract, you will bear the consequences."

Lu Jiuge's tense body finally relaxed slightly, and a weight was lifted from her heart.

He won.

By leaving, he ensured the survival of the entire Qianxing Media.

"Thank you, Director Wu."

Lu Jiuge stood up, without uttering any unnecessary words:

"I will keep my promise!"

"I hope you keep your word!"

Wu Changjun waved his hand:

"You can go now!"

Lu Jiuge said no more, turned around and strode out of the office.

From this moment on, he listed the entire entertainment industry in the Dragon Kingdom as his enemy!