Qi Zhongcai has been the general manager for more than two months. As a newbie, he did not immediately start to transform the company. Instead, he continued the ideas of his predecessor Shang Jingyun and continued to attract fresh blood to Yuexiang Media.

We have talked with many well-known artists and agents in the industry a few years ago, but because Yuexiang Media has not yet shown the momentum to dominate the entertainment industry, compared with industry giants such as Huaying and Brightline Media, Yuexiang Media, as an emerging force, has

The attractiveness of practitioners in the industry is obviously much lower.

But even so, many singers, actors, directors, agents, etc. who lack financial support and see the potential of Yuexiang Media will almost try their luck at Yuexiang Media with the attitude of giving it a try.

For example, this time, just two days after "A World Without Thieves" was released and became a box office hit, many directors in the industry rushed to film it.

As the former Executive Vice President of Brightline Media, Qi Zhongcai is top-notch in terms of vision and courage. He has been through all the storms and waves and has rich experience, so he naturally knows what these people think.

But he didn't break it either.

He also accepted all directors who had made some achievements in the industry and began to meet them one by one.

Directors who come sincerely not only bring their resumes, but also almost always bring their scripts.

Qi Zhongcai just sat quietly in the office, meeting these young and middle-aged directors from all over the world one by one.

There are many truly powerful factions among them.

Even Qi Zhongcai has heard about it. For example, the literary film director named Hua Feng in front of him was nominated for Best Picture and Best Director at Cannes last year. Although he was a companion and did not win the award, he is at least somewhat famous internationally.

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Hua Feng also brought a script with him this time. After introducing himself, he sat on the guest chair with his legs together, looking a little reserved.

"You want to make a commercial film?"

Qi Zhongcai looked at Huafeng's resume thoughtfully, with a somewhat surprised expression.

"Yes, this is a script that has been polished for half a year. Mr. Qi, believe me, it will definitely sell well, and it doesn't require much money. If you give me five million, I will definitely get double the return after the movie is released.

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Huafeng didn't think too much. After presenting the script, he stated his intention as soon as he opened his mouth and asked for an ideal investment fund.

Qi Zhongcai smiled and took the script, but did not open it immediately. He just shook his head and said: "Director Hua, if you continue to make literary films, our company may be interested in investing some money. After all, you may be able to win a few international awards."

, strive for fame, but you make commercial films...with all due respect, director Hua shouldn't use his strengths to avoid weaknesses!"

Huafeng smiled bitterly and said: "Artistic films are good, but they are not popular. Mr. Qi, I really want to try the commercial film model. You should believe me, give me a drop of water, and I, Huafeng, will be like a spring in the future."

Report."

Qi Zhongcai smiled without comment, waved to his assistant to pour Hua Feng a cup of tea, and then picked up the script and started reading it.

"Jade?" Qi Zhongcai burst out laughing when he saw the name.

Huafeng keeps saying that he wants to make a commercial film, but the title of this script definitely sounds literary and artistic!

He shook his head and continued reading.

Hua Feng was also a little nervous and stared at Qi Zhongcai silently, trying to see the slightest reaction on Qi Zhongcai's face.

However, Qi Zhongcai's expression did not show any fluctuation at all. He just watched silently and at a very fast speed. After a while, he turned one page, one page, and another page.

It feels like reading a running account.

Hua Feng's heart suddenly felt cold.

But what Hua Feng didn't know was that Qi Zhongcai was actually really interested in the script called "Emerald". Otherwise, he wouldn't have turned the pages and watched it.

If it were other directors before, he would only watch it for two or three minutes at most, just to show off.

But "Emerald" took Qi Zhongcai twenty minutes to read in one go.

Even for a moment after reading it, I actually felt a heart-warming feeling in my heart.

This script tells the story of a handicraft factory on the verge of closing down in the foggy city, which discovered a priceless jadeite when it demolished the old factory building. Unexpectedly, the international thief Robin and the local three-man gang of thieves headed by Dog Brother all set their sights on the jadeite.

, they launched a fierce offensive and defensive battle with Chen Jinhong, the section chief of the handicraft factory's security department.

This attack and defense battle is described in detail and is very funny. Even Qi Zhongcai, who has read countless films, couldn't help but his eyes lit up when he saw some funny scenes.

Qi Zhongcai closed the script, raised his head, looked at Hua Feng, and suddenly said: "You want five million?"

When Hua Feng heard this, he was shocked, leaned forward quickly, and said with some excitement: "Yes, five million! As long as Mr. Qi gives me five million, I guarantee that this movie will be a big seller, at least ten million

box office."

Qi Zhongcai smiled, "If the box office is only 10 million, to be honest, we at Yuexiang Media still don't like it. You know, we invested in the movie "A World Without Thieves", and now this movie has a box office of 10 million in one day.

Tens of millions.”

Hua Feng's ears turned red immediately, and he even stuttered because of nervousness: "Of course Director Feng and I can't be compared. Besides, "A World Without Thieves" is an investment of 40 million..."

Qi Zhongcai waved his hand to stop Hua Feng's remarks and said bluntly: "I still admire Director Hua. You want five million. To be honest, it's a bit impossible..."

Hua Feng was instantly disappointed and even a little disheartened.

Did the first attempt fail like this?

Just as Hua Feng was lamenting, Qi Zhongcai's voice came to his ears: "I will give you three million at most."

Hua Feng was stunned and felt that he had heard wrongly. He looked straight at Qi Zhongcai: "Mr. Qi, I didn't hear clearly. What you said was..."

"I said, for this script, I will give you a maximum of three million yuan. If you pay more, you won't get a penny."

Qi Zhongcai said calmly.

Hua Feng was instantly excited. He stood up suddenly and stared at the other party, "Really? Are you sure? Mr. Qi... Mr. Qi, thank you for giving me this opportunity!"

With that said, Hua Feng bent down and bowed deeply to Qi Zhongcai. When he raised his head again, the eyes of this young director who was over thirty years old turned red.

"Don't worry, I'm conditional."

Qi Zhongcai also stood up, helped Hua Feng up, and said with a smile: "You can make a decision after listening."

"Say it!" Hua Feng touched his eyes and sat upright, unable to conceal his excitement.

Qi Zhongcai tapped his fingers slightly on his desk, obviously really thinking. After a moment, he said: "I can invest three million for you, but you must also sign with our company and promise to make at least five movies for Yuexiang Media in the future.

Of course, in terms of remuneration, we will depend on the current market price of the director..."

Obviously, Qi Zhong wanted to tie Huafeng to the warship of Yuexiang Media.

Otherwise, if you invest money, it will be a hit at the box office. Once it becomes a big hit, Huafeng's value will rise, and countless capital will come to Huafeng to invest. What will happen if Huafeng runs away?

For example, Feng Xiaolong, this time "A World Without Thieves" was a box office hit. The boss of Huaying Media, who originally had a gap, directly went to lobby in person, promised various conditions, and directly restored the relationship between the two parties.

In the face of interests, everything is fragile.

If Yuexiang Media makes Huafeng famous, and Huafeng is poached by other companies in the blink of an eye, then Yuexiang Media has really made a wedding dress for others.

What can Huafeng say?

He understood the truth well and was not ignorant of current affairs. Moreover, this opportunity was rare, so he quickly agreed.

Afterwards, Qi Zhongcai asked people to sign a contract with Huafeng.

When Hua Feng walked out, the directors waiting outside learned the news, and their eyes turned red with envy. They all cheered up and continued to wait for Mr. Qi's interview.

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The script "Emerald" soon came into Zheng Qian's hands.

At that time, Zheng Qian had just returned to the capital and visited Lou Ze, Wang Chuanjun and other teachers and leaders. In addition, he also went to Sister Ye Hong's house, watched Pan Zi and brought gifts.

After visiting again and again, Zheng Qian was extremely busy. He finally took a break and started working.

I heard that Qi Zhongcai found a few good scripts and wanted Zheng Qian to read them. After all, Zheng Qian himself is a well-known screenwriter in the industry.

Speaking of which, the movie "A World Without Thieves" really made Zheng Qian's face appear in the screenwriting circle. It grossed 42 million in one week, directly crushing the Spring Festival movies and causing a sensation in the industry.

Qi Zhongcai also admired Zheng Qian's talent and vision, so after finding three good scripts, he sent them directly to Zheng Qian, hoping that Zheng Qian would be in charge of them.

Zheng Qian did not give in. His broadened horizons gave him a rich sense of the market, and his ability to appreciate scripts naturally improved.

After getting the three scripts, Zheng Qian, who was still composing music, glanced at them casually and was attracted.

You don’t know this by looking at it, you’ll be shocked when you see it!

Zheng Qian immediately broke his guard. He finished the arrangement work without stopping, picked up his laptop, and started to read it seriously.

Nearly an hour later, Zheng Qian let out a long breath, with a surprised smile on his face.

There is something about this Qi Zhongcai...

Two of the three scripts made Zheng Qian feel more and more familiar the more he read them. After confirming them with the pictures in his mind one by one, he felt like he was flying into the sky!

Pie in the sky.

The name of the first script was "Emerald", but after Zheng Qian read the content of the script, he said, "Good guy, isn't this just "Crazy Stone"?

In his previous life, he invested 3 million and directly received 30 million at the box office. This is a classic case of movie coupons. Zheng Qian had heard of this movie even in his ignorance, not to mention that he had also seen this movie!

If you pinch your fingers and calculate carefully, when "Crazy Stone" was released in the previous life, it was not in 2005 or 2006!

The name of the second script is "Paying Life". The name is very unfamiliar, but the content of the script impressed Zheng Qian deeply. It is simply a replica of "I am not the God of Medicine".

And the editor of this drama also said that it is adapted from real cases.

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To be continued...