Chapter 1140: Preparing for a Rainy Day

Zhao Fusheng also understood the meaning behind Jiang Wen's question. Although he wasn't in the entertainment industry, having been exposed to it many times, he had some understanding of its intricacies. After thinking for a moment, he finally said, 'For a big production, naturally, it needs a big stage.'

Jiang Wen was taken aback. 'Big stage?'

Zhao Fusheng nodded. 'That's right, a big stage. If we release it during the Spring Festival, barring any surprises, it should be quite lively.'

Hearing this, Jiang Wen couldn't help but roll his eyes. He had no words to describe this guy. Zhao Fusheng clearly wanted to use this film to compete with other domestic film production companies.

But Jiang Wen didn't think there was anything wrong with that. After all, he had great confidence in himself. As the lead actor and director, Jiang Wen didn't believe his work was inferior to anyone else's. Whether it was the Spring Festival slot or even an international stage, Old Jiang didn't think his carefully crafted film would fall short.

This was Jiang Wen's pride.

'So, what do you think?' Zhao Fusheng smiled and asked, seeing that Jiang Wen hadn't spoken.

Jiang Wen sat proudly and said indifferently, 'It's not about what I think; it's about what those people should be worried about.'

The 'those people' he referred to naturally meant the films from other companies also releasing during the Spring Festival.

If anyone else had said such a thing, Zhao Fusheng might have thought they were boasting. But coming from Jiang Wen, with that matter-of-fact tone, Zhao Fusheng found it perfectly normal. That was so Jiang Wen.

After all, Old Jiang's biggest trademark was his overwhelming霸气. Whether in life or on the big screen, it was the same.

'Then it's settled. After the child is born, you stay with her first. Later, I'll have Ye Jing make arrangements to set up the crew as soon as possible. As for the producers, let Wang Zhonglei and Zhao Baogang both have their names on it.' Since the decision was made, things had to be done properly. Zhao Fusheng thought for a moment and then told Jiang Wen his plan.

Jiang Wen was quite satisfied with Zhao Fusheng's arrangement. After all, he knew that as a husband and father, he had to be by Zhou Yun's side when she gave birth. Zhao Fusheng's plan was undoubtedly the most reasonable.

'I have no objections. Just make the arrangements when the time comes,' Jiang Wen said to Zhao Fusheng.

Zhao Fusheng nodded, and the matter was settled.

'But when it comes to casting, you have to listen to my ideas.' Jiang Wen thought of something important and said seriously to Zhao Fusheng.

'Go ahead,' Zhao Fusheng said, surprised, looking at Jiang Wen curiously. He was indeed curious about what important matter Jiang Wen wanted to discuss.

Jiang Wen's expression turned serious as he looked at Zhao Fusheng. 'Although you're the screenwriter, I hope you'll be strict when it comes to the cast. Since Huayi and Xinbaoyuan are involved in this film, there will inevitably be some issues, especially with casting. If you don't step in, Ye Jing alone probably won't be able to hold those two companies back.'

Zhao Fusheng was taken aback. After thinking it over, he realized Jiang Wen had a point. After all, no one runs a charity. Ultimately, everyone is in business to make money and promote their own actors. Where there are people, there are conflicts and interests to contend with.

'Don't worry. For my film, letting them play along is already giving them face. I'll decide who to cast. If anyone dares to overstep...' Zhao Fusheng laughed coldly, his face stern. 'Don't blame me for not giving anyone face.'

He meant it. Zhao Fusheng valued this film 'A World Without Thieves' greatly. Otherwise, he wouldn't have personally enlisted Jiang Wen and asked Sister Feihong for help. So if anyone tried to cause trouble, he wouldn't hesitate to show them why the flowers are so red.

Jiang Wen nodded, and the matter was settled.

They took the train back to the capital. Jiang Wen originally wanted to take the script Zhao Fusheng had written and leave, claiming that as the lead actor, he needed to familiarize himself with the plot.

Zhao Fusheng didn't believe a word of that and bluntly refused Jiang Wen. He knew very well that this guy just wanted to read the script first.

After sending off Jiang Wen, who looked like a sulking child, Zhao Fusheng went home by car.

'Someone has approached Kaixin.com,' Zhang Qian, who was driving to pick up Zhao Fusheng and Jiang Wen, said to Zhao Fusheng.

Frowning slightly, Zhao Fusheng found it strange. 'Isn't that normal?'

In his view, Kaixin.com was now a well-known domestic website. After news of its intention to seek financing or sell, it was normal for people to come knocking. If no one showed interest and the place was deserted, that would be surprising.

'It's Shengda Technology,' Zhang Qian explained with a wry smile, seeing Zhao Fusheng's indifferent expression in the rearview mirror.

Shengda Technology?

Upon hearing those four words, Zhao Fusheng was stunned. As Zhang Qian had guessed, Zhao Fusheng really hadn't expected that among the many companies interested in Kaixin.com, the first to make a move would be Shengda Technology.

It was like doing business with someone the day before yesterday, parting ways yesterday, and then that person showing up today wanting to buy something from your house.

This feeling was quite strange.

Especially from Zhao Fusheng's perspective, it was even stranger.

"You did that on purpose, didn't you?" After a moment of silence, Zhao Fusheng glared at Zhang Qian and said.

In his view, Zhang Qian had clearly waited until now to tell him, wanting to see his surprised expression.

To Zhao Fusheng's words, Zhang Qian gave a noncommittal smile but did not answer.

Shaking his head helplessly, Zhao Fusheng was actually happy to see this change in Zhang Qian; before, he was like a robot, but now at least he seemed like a normal person.

"Tell me the specifics, what exactly happened?" Zhao Fusheng thought for a moment and asked Zhang Qian.

Regardless, since Shengda Technology had made a move, he had to be careful. As for that Chen billionaire, no matter whether his eventual departure was due to health reasons or other factors, Zhao Fusheng actually admired him deeply.

Although many people criticized him, they had to admit that he was indeed outstanding, a genius in business operation and management.

And the more of a genius someone was, the more arrogant and stubborn they tended to be—that was probably one of Chen's few shortcomings.

"Shengda Technology sent a vice president, and his intention was clear: they have their eye on our project and plan to acquire it outright," Zhang Qian explained.

Zhao Fusheng frowned slightly, somewhat puzzled: "Outright acquisition?"

He found it very surprising. After all, outright acquisitions weren't impossible, but they usually happened because someone was very optimistic about a project and made that decision. For example, when Zhao Fusheng was very optimistic about Blog Network, he ordered Dong Chenxi to acquire it outright, even raising the acquisition price.

But the problem was, Zhao Fusheng dared to do that because he clearly remembered that Blog Network would soon become popular, and then a large amount of capital would flow in, and he would definitely make a fortune.

In comparison, Shengda Technology's acquisition of Kaixin Network left Zhao Fusheng somewhat puzzled.

Rubbing his chin with his hand, Zhao Fusheng wondered whether Chen knew about this, or whether there was some other significance behind it.

There was no way around it; once a person reached a certain position, they had to put away their naivety and ignorance. Especially in the business world, no one would joke around with tens of millions in investment. If Zhao Fusheng believed that Chen had no schemes, he would be damned.

But even knowing that the other party was scheming against him, it didn't really matter to Zhao Fusheng, because wasn't he also scheming against them?

"Alright, notify Dong Guoxiang to continue negotiations, but insist on one point: whether the website can be sold requires approval from the group!" After pondering for a moment, Zhao Fusheng said to Zhang Qian.

Since he couldn't figure it out, he would solve the problem in the simplest way.

Soldier to soldier, king to king!

That was the solution Zhao Fusheng had thought of.

If he couldn't guess Chen's thoughts, then let Chen come to see him.

"Okay, I understand." Zhang Qian nodded after hearing Zhao Fusheng's words, indicating that he had remembered.

He knew that Zhao Fusheng had always held Chen Tianqiao in high regard. Although he had tricked the guy several times before, every time Zhao Fusheng mentioned him, he looked admiring. After all, some people were truly talented, and even competitors had to respect them.

It wasn't about whether they were opponents or not; it was purely a case of heroes appreciating heroes.

"Any news from the company lately?" Zhao Fusheng casually asked Zhang Qian.

Zhang Qian shook his head: "Nothing major, everything is running smoothly."

Future Group had now stabilized. In fact, under the leadership of Zheng Yao and others, Zhao Fusheng, as the boss, spent most of his time making decisions, while the specific management was handled by the people below.

Zhao Fusheng was happy to see this situation. For him, there were some things he wasn't good at, so it was better to leave them to professionals.

As long as he was there to guide the overall direction, the company's development wouldn't go astray. By proceeding step by step, Future Group would surely become a large comprehensive conglomerate.

"Let's go, head home." After thinking it over, Zhao Fusheng gave up the idea of going to the company and said to Zhang Qian.

Zhang Qian naturally understood what he meant. Having been with Zhao Fusheng for a long time, he also realized that in Zhao Fusheng's heart, family was more important than career.

Maybe such a boss wasn't the best, but he was definitely the most reassuring.