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Chapter 140
When the assistant mentioned Yao Bianliang's film content, his expression turned somewhat strange.
"According to the information we've gathered, she plans to film... Mountains and Seas."
President Lu and Lu Yanchen were both taken aback.
Mountains and Seas? This subject matter was an endless money pit.
If they wanted the entire film to be of good quality, it would require an enormous investment. Forget about making a profit—they might not even recover their costs.
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And if funds were tight and the production wasn't refined enough, they could easily ruin Mountains and Seas completely.
When the public saw cheaply made special effects for Mountains and Seas, wouldn't they savage the production team?
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No matter how you looked at it, this seemed like a project that couldn't possibly succeed.
Lu Yanchen pondered for a moment, then his eyes suddenly brightened: "Perhaps... we could spread this news."
President Lu was startled, turning to look at him with slightly furrowed brows: "Spread it?"
Wouldn't that be voluntarily promoting Yao Bianliang's new film?
Е̌ñ um̈а
They were already in a fight to the death with Yao Bianliang. Helping spread news about her new film at this point would be utterly foolish.
Lu Yanchen explained: "The public is so angry not only because of the Good Drama PK Competition scandal, but also largely because Yao Bianliang announced her temporary withdrawal."
"If we let them know that Yao Bianliang's withdrawal isn't because of Lu Group, but because she's conducting closed filming for a new movie... perhaps the public opinion might ease."
Yao Bianliang's previous behavior was essentially a form of deliberate provocation.
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Regardless, they needed to at least clear the false accusations that Yao Bianliang had planted on them.
President Lu let out a cold laugh: "You think it's that simple?"
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If this had happened a few days earlier, before the Good Drama PK Competition scandal had been exposed, they could indeed have used this method.
This would not only clear Lu Group's suspicion but also divert public attention, successfully navigating through this crisis.
But unfortunately, with developments as they were now, the issue was no longer just about Yao Bianliang's temporary withdrawal.
As the Good Drama PK Competition scandal was exposed, public opinion intensified, and even official media had begun to criticize them by name.
President Lu had been working intensely on this matter for days, but with minimal effect.
Perhaps before long, Good Drama PK Competition would be suspended or even taken down, and Lu Group's stock price would inevitably continue to fall.
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In this situation, Yao Bianliang's temporary withdrawal was no longer the core of the incident, but rather the catalyst for the entire event.
No matter how hard they tried to clarify, it would be of no use!
President Lu took a deep breath and slowly said: "I suspect... Yao Bianliang planned all this from the beginning."
She used her closed filming as a smokescreen, making the public believe that Lu Group had forced her to leave the industry.
—This kind of provocative tactic was indeed effective, but with Lu Group's capabilities, they would certainly quickly investigate the cause and effect.
Once Lu Group discovered that Yao Bianliang was actually just conducting closed filming, this "provocation" would have no effect whatsoever.
Е n u m̌ а .і̀d
Could Yao Bianliang not have known this?
With her wisdom and talent, she would certainly anticipate that Lu Group would investigate her.
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So she never staked everything on the "withdrawal" in the first place.
Temporarily withdrawing from the entertainment industry was just a catalyst, a fuse to ignite the Good Drama PK Competition scandal.
Once the scandal about Lu Group was fully exposed, public opinion would inevitably intensify—whether Yao Bianliang's withdrawal was because of Lu Group or not would no longer seem so important!
The plan was linked step by step, watertight, giving no possibility for counterattack.
W е bń о̌ vê l. Ē num ä.
In this moment, President Lu felt a deep sense of powerlessness.
Lu Yanchen frowned: "No matter what, this is at least better than just waiting for doom."
"Besides, the stock price can't keep falling forever. Once we recover, it will be time for us to rise again."
President Lu closed his eyes: "Can't you see? Yao Bianliang also knows that even if authorities restrict variety shows and traffic stars, Lu Group won't collapse so quickly."
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"Her actions... are mainly for Hudi Entertainment."
Lu Group had dominated the entertainment industry for years, single-handedly upholding the entire traffic empire. With the reversal of circumstances, the dynasty initiated by Lu Group was now in peril.
Е̃ n ú m_a
But even so, Lu Group wouldn't possibly go bankrupt.
Yao Bianliang also knew that such a behemoth couldn't easily fall. It would take time to make Lu Group completely lose its market.
And Hudi Entertainment Studio was her final gift prepared for Lu Group.
Once Hudi Entertainment grew rapidly and gradually ate into Lu Group's domain, Lu Group's reign would completely end!
Lu Yanchen's lips tightened, his face turning terrifyingly grim: "Impossible. Hudi Entertainment's model simply can't make money! They won't last long."
He paused: "Not to mention, just the 'Actor Training Camp' variety show alone proves the point."
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'Actor Training Camp,' seemingly thriving, actually couldn't match the profitability of the already-failed 'Good Drama PK Competition.'
All of Yao Bianliang's projects received widespread acclaim, but acclaim alone couldn't be eaten as food.
If they couldn't make money, they'd still have to close down!
"Ding dong"
The phone screen lit up, and President Lu frowned slightly, seeing it was a voice call from a certain executive.
During this period, this executive had been trying to contact people above, and calling at this moment meant there must be something urgent.
Ё num̊_а́
President Lu didn't hesitate and directly answered the call.
Whatever the person on the other end said, President Lu's face completely darkened.
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"What did you say? Because of the Good Drama PK Competition scandal, officials have become concerned... and future variety show productions will all be restricted?"
Lu Yanchen's heart suddenly tightened, a sense of foreboding rising within him.
He immediately opened his phone to search for the latest news.
The assistant couldn't help but say: "Fan voting, fake sales data... if all these practices are no longer allowed, which variety show could survive?"
Ẅ е bn ò vе l̀ Еn̆ ù m à
These days, variety shows only had so many money-making tactics, and no talent show could refuse fan voting.
This meant that once this rule came out, all talent shows would be suspended or taken down. Those still in preparation would face an even worse fate—they would die before birth.
All domestic talent shows would be doomed!
"No, perhaps one variety show might survive..." Lu Yanchen said with a grim expression, "Hudi Entertainment's Actor Training Camp."
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A few days later, the restrictions on variety shows finally broke out.
W е bṅ ó.v̇е̄ l̃ Еn ùḿ а̊
This was a bombshell that set the entire internet abuzz.
Simultaneously, the news that Yao Bianliang was conducting closed filming for a new movie also leaked.
[Well done! The voting in talent shows should have been stopped long ago.]
[Stop harvesting money from fan circles for a while. Some capitalists really have no shame.]
[So... Sister Liang's temporary withdrawal from the entertainment industry wasn't because of Lu Group's targeting, but because of the new movie?]
[Not necessarily. I think both factors played a role. To avoid Lu Group's targeting, she decided to conduct closed filming.]
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[As long as Sister Liang hasn't completely left the industry, I'm at ease! Looking forward to the new movie ahhh.]
[I heard it's another Chinese-style film, and a big production too. I'm already incredibly excited for it.]
These two major pieces of news not only spread online but also circulated among industry insiders.
Everyone was discussing Yao Bianliang, Hudi Entertainment Studio, and the future direction of the entertainment industry.
With the introduction of relevant policies, coupled with the rise of Hudi Entertainment—undoubtedly, the domestic entertainment industry was about to undergo a major reshuffling!
Since one couldn't change the environment, one could only adapt to it.
Е̄ ńû m̀ a . іd̃
Whether actors, directors, or other industry professionals, everyone was preparing for the changes that might occur in the future.
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Hu Yi Investment Studio.
"Everyone, what is vision and perspective? This is vision and perspective!"
At the conference table, investor President Hu's eyes gleamed as he pointed at the text on the PowerPoint.
"When Actor Training Camp first aired, the industry wasn't optimistic about this project. And the result? Not only did the project receive excellent reviews, but its popularity also exploded."
Ẽ nu m ã
"When we all thought this project could only have good reviews but couldn't be profitable, it once again achieved a reversal."
"Now, Actor Training Camp is likely to become the only remaining talent show in the country! When they film the second and third seasons, countless advertisers will flock to this variety show—I ask you all, who would still think this project can't make money?"
"Similar to this variety show project, Hudi Entertainment Studio faces the same situation."
"The authorities have clearly paid attention to the chaos in the domestic entertainment industry and decided to take action. Wait and see, before long, those entertainment companies that make money through traffic stars and bad dramas will all have short lives."
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"Only Hudi Entertainment Studio can continue to exist—in fact, in the coming period, it will create a new era for the domestic entertainment industry."
President Hu's speech was passionate, his eyes gleaming.
Eñ û m̂а
The employees below all nodded, but someone couldn't help asking: "So? Boss, what does this have to do with us?"
No matter how much money Yao Bianliang made, it was hers and wouldn't end up in their pockets.
As for learning from her...
They'd rather not.
Yao Bianliang always took unconventional approaches, a style that only suited someone chosen by destiny like her. Ordinary people simply couldn't learn it.
Hu Yi gave him a look and rolled his eyes: "What do you mean, no connection? The connection is enormous!"
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"Brothers, this is a trending opportunity, an excellent chance for our investment."
He looked at everyone: "Do you think Yao Bianliang's projects always explode in popularity purely by luck?"
The others were startled by his words, then all shook their heads.
Nonsense—any normal person would know that such things could no longer be explained by "luck."
Clearly, whether from the perspective of project quality or business acumen, Yao Bianliang had a very unique vision.
From TV dramas to films to variety shows, and even entertainment companies—
W̄ е̊b̊nо v́ е l Ѐ_ń u m.а̊
Each of Yao Bianliang's moves was beyond everyone's expectations, yet she succeeded time and again.
What incredible vision, decisive execution, and shrewd judgment she possessed.
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President Hu scanned everyone's expressions and smiled: "Obviously, none of Yao Bianliang's projects have ever lost money. Following Yao Bianliang means guaranteed profit!"
"And now, Yao Bianliang is preparing a big-budget new film..."
Hearing this, everyone's eyes finally brightened.
Yes, investing in Yao Bianliang's projects meant a 99% chance of making money.
W̌е b̈n̈ о̌ v̇ е l̊ Е̄ nú mӓ
Their company specialized in investing in entertainment projects and had extensive connections.
As long as they had someone connect them, they could find Yao Bianliang's new film crew and invest, couldn't they?
Then they could follow Yao Bianliang and make money effortlessly!
"But Yao Bianliang is currently conducting closed filming. How can we contact her?" someone asked hesitantly.
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Yao Bianliang had always maintained a low profile in the industry, rarely attending gatherings. Not many people actually knew her.
Trying to contact her would be even more difficult.
Ẃ е̂b̄ñ о̂.v ё l̊_ Е̌ñù m_а
Deputy President Huang, sitting on the other side, lowered his head in thought for a moment before slowly saying: "I have some connection with Assistant Chen from Hudi Entertainment. Let me inquire about the situation first."
Hu Yi Studio was the first to start probing for information, but it certainly wouldn't be the only one.
The domestic entertainment industry was about to be reshuffled—this was a crisis but also an opportunity.
Some would fall drastically and never recover, but others could ride this opportunity to rise and reach new heights.
Now was the time to test one's vision and strength.
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While the outside world was in flux and the entire domestic entertainment industry was experiencing turbulence,
The "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas" crew, far away in the jungle, knew nothing about the outside situation. The atmosphere within the crew remained peaceful.
After completing a day's filming, everyone sat in small groups, eating boxed meals.
"Ah, finally we can rest today."
"Life without the internet is really unbearable. I feel like I can't take it anymore."
"Bear with it. Filming in the wild is just like this, not much different from being cut off from the world."
Ë n̄ ü m̃ӓ.і̀ d̄
Everyone chatted while eating.
Filming in the wilderness was very exhausting. For them, only mealtime brought a long-missed sense of relaxation and happiness.
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Yao Bianliang was also eating while watching some of the recently filmed scenes.
The filming was going smoothly, but without post-production, the current footage was barely watchable.
As for how it would look after post-production, Yao Bianliang wasn't entirely sure.
However...
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Their funds weren't abundant, so post-production would definitely be stretched thin.
Yao Bianliang estimated that the final effect would certainly be better than the cheap special effects typically seen domestically, but would still have a considerable gap compared to international blockbusters.
This way, the possibility of completing the mission was very high.
The system couldn't help but ask: "Host, how are you certain the total investment is only one billion? What if there isn't enough funding for post-production and the crew brings in new investors?"
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Yao Bianliang didn't seem concerned.
"System, you don't think raising investment is easy, do you?" she said somewhat helplessly. "The Mountains and Seas theme is something most investors keep at a respectful distance."
Wе̂ḃ n̊ ǒv̂ӗ l̀ Ě n̄ûḿ a
"After we spend two years filming, my popularity will definitely decline significantly. By then, even fewer investors will give it a second glance."
To elevate the quality of the entire film, they would need at least several hundred million more in investment.
But no one knew whether "Chronicle of Nine Provinces' Mountains and Seas" would be a hit or a flop.
Which investor would have the courage to pour several hundred million into a project with an uncertain future?
Moreover...
They were now hiding in the deep mountains, secretly filming, with no monitoring, no internet, no signal. People in the entertainment industry didn't even know such a film existed.
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Under these circumstances, it wasn't as if a pile of investment would just fall from the sky, right?
