Chapter 1425: 1425: Things Actually Are Like This

Chapter 1425: Chapter 1425: Things Actually Are Like This

“The brothers from Shenhua Film and Television.” Fang Dongxun didn’t hide anything and shared all he knew, “Their backer is your uncle, Ling Zhengping. The boss of Shenhua Film and Television and Ling Zhengping were college classmates.”

Shenhua Film and Television was founded by two brothers, the elder brother is named Shen Jungeng, and the younger brother is named Shen Junyi. Luo Ziling only learned about this after preparing to get involved in film and television investment. Before that, he had almost no understanding of the media industry.

Who would have thought that Shen Jungeng and Ling Zhengping were classmates.

“We’ve picked up a huge bargain,” Luo Yuqing chimed in, “The Shen Brothers must be half dead with anger.”

“That’s for sure,” Fang Dongxun laughed and said: “Qingniao Media has collapsed, many investors smelt the opportunity, but no one dares to make a move after learning about this situation. The Shen Brothers have been threatening Wang Kemeng, planning to take control or buy out at a very low price. But Wang Kemeng is still holding on. The Shen Brothers’ investment was 50 million yuan for a fifty-five percent stake. Damn, it’s practically demanding one’s life. Although we pressed the price down, at least we didn’t take his life. Haha, the Shen Brothers, this time they’ve taken a big loss.”

Wang Kemeng is the boss of Qingniao Media, a middle-aged man with a strong sense of artistry.

After Fang Dongxun said those words, Luo Yuqing followed up: “Our price was higher, and our demands were the lowest. Mr. Fang stepping in also gave Wang Kemeng the confidence to confront the Shen Brothers, so he was willing to work with us.”

“Tell me more about the details later,” Luo Ziling smiled at Luo Yuqing.

“No problem, as long as you treat me to dinner!” Luo Yuqing agreed readily.

Luo Ziling replied with exasperation: “All you think about is eating, eating, eating. Be careful not to become a fat girl and not get married!”

One mention of ‘fat girl’ almost enraged Luo Yuqing. If Chu Ming hadn’t quickly held her back, she might have rushed to fight Luo Ziling.

“See how I’m going to deal with you later,” after being held back by Chu Ming, Luo Yuqing still didn’t forget to threaten Luo Ziling, “Miss here is a beauty, with plenty of suitors. Who needs your worry about my marriage?”

Luo Ziling just smiled and didn’t argue further with Luo Yuqing.

After hearing Fang Dongxun and Luo Yuqing, Luo Ziling also basically understood the situation.

It turned out that Wang Kemeng had always been in conflict with the Shen Brothers. The reasons for the conflict were of course competition for resources and some long-standing issues.

Because the Shen Brothers had the backing of Ling Zhengping, Wang Kemeng was at a disadvantage, and the people supporting him behind the scenes also advised him to admit defeat.

But Wang Kemeng didn’t admit defeat, it was just that the situation later was beyond his control.

The investors he had initially agreed on changed their strategy and did not cooperate with them. Several big names the company had signed also defected one by one, and the company couldn’t even claim damages for breaches of contract. A few film and television works that had just been completed were stuck, unable to pass the censors.

With tight liquidity and products that couldn’t be launched, Qingniao Media was in a dire situation.

After falling into desperation, Qingniao Media was overtly targeted by the Shen Brothers for acquisition, scaring off other potential investors. But Wang Kemeng was stubborn, refusing to give in, preferring to sell the company at a lower price to others rather than agree to the Shen Brothers’ acquisition.

Thus, Wang Kemeng’s troubles multiplied, and even the discipline inspection department came knocking, nearly leading to his complete ruin.

The entry of Fang Dongxun and Luo Yuqing was indeed a timely assistance.

Wang Kemeng knew who the Shen Brothers were relying on, but he was clear that the Fang Family, which Fang Dongxun relied on, could certainly contend with the Ling Family.

Therefore, he placed his hopes on Fang Dongxun.

After Fang Dongxun and Luo Yuqing approached him, they talked for only half an hour before he agreed to their terms and signed the contract.

After signing the contract with Wang Kemeng, Fang Dongxun personally called Shen Jungeng. While revealing his own identity, he informed him that he had already taken control of Qingniao Media, and directly warned them if they continued to put obstacles in Qingniao Media’s way, then they should wait for Shenhua to go bankrupt.

Fang Dongxun was very domineering, and after making the call, he hung up before the other party could respond.

“Next, I’ll have Chu Ming handle the follow-up matters. The financial issues are no longer a concern, but to lift the policy pressure, I still have to manage it myself.” After talking about these matters, Fang Dongxun also shared his plans, “I believe these are not difficult matters to handle. I also believe that in another month, Qingniao Investments will be able to fully resume normal operations. However, the following matters will require the participation of all three parties. The board will definitely need to be restructured, letting Chu Ming take charge—would that be acceptable?”

Luo Ziling agreed without hesitation: “Ouyang Feifei will probably send someone over, I’ll let Yuqing participate from my side! Since Mr. Fang thinks Miss Chu is capable of handling the role of person in charge, I have no objections, and I believe Ouyang Feifei won’t either.”

“Mr. Luo is really straightforward,” Fang Dongxun gave Luo Ziling a thumbs up, “I like working with someone like you. Rest assured, I will never betray your trust.”

Then he turned to Chu Ming, who was excited, and said: “I hope you don’t let me down, otherwise don’t blame me for being unkind.”

Chu Ming was startled and promptly assured: “Mr. Fang and Mr. Luo, as well as Miss Luo, please be assured, I will work diligently and never disappoint you. I just don’t have much experience in management, so I hope to receive guidance from both of you and Miss Luo.”

“If there’s anything, just ask others for their opinions,” Fang Dongxun pointed to Luo Yuqing, “Especially Miss Luo’s ideas.”

“I understand!” Chu Ming naturally agreed.

When they finished eating and were ready to leave, Fang Dongxun hooked his arm around Luo Ziling’s shoulder and whispered: “I think this matter is bound to irritate Ling Zhengping. But well, since you two are already in conflict like fire and water, it’s no big deal to trip him up once more. Ling Family’s generation is too weak, if Ling Zhengping personally comes after us, I would actually enjoy seeing that.”

“But I don’t believe the Ling Family and the Chen Family will join forces against your Fang Family!”

Fang Dongxun gave Luo Ziling a thumbs-up, “An enemy’s enemy is not always a friend; it’s often like this among wealthy families. Sometimes it’s a triangular situation, or even quadrilateral, pentagonal situations. No one will easily ally with another.”

Luo Ziling replied: “Well, it’s good that our Luo Family isn’t among the elite, otherwise you wouldn’t cooperate with me!”

“You’re being too modest,” Fang Dongxun patted Luo Ziling hard on the shoulder, “I believe what my dad once said: that one day, you will surpass me. Your Luo Family will also rise!”

“Do you really think so highly of me?”

“For real!”