Long before the acquisition of "Tiandu Distribution," Song Chuang's reason for the purchase was that this distribution company had a complete array of production and distribution qualifications for various film and television projects. This could help the company avoid going through complicated procedures in the future for other types of film and television projects.

At that time, Chen Yan thought he was just looking for a reasonable excuse to spend more money.

After all, like himself, he could get a "return" on his money.

As it turned out, no one expected that in just a few months, these qualifications of the distribution company would be put to use.

Yang Rou was preparing a new variety show that needed production and distribution qualifications specifically for variety shows.

And as the owner of the distribution company, Song Chuang naturally needed to discuss this matter with Yang Rou.

As for the specific affairs of the two companies, Chen Yan had always adhered to a policy of non-interference unless necessary.

So when Song Chuang came to Qin Island and chatted with Yang Rou about the variety show project for the whole morning, it was only then that Chen Yan gave him a call, inviting him to sit down in his office.

Song Chuang received Chen Yan's call while he was still in Yang Rou's office.

After hanging up, Song Chuang said to Yang Rou with a smile, "President Yang, I was actually planning to have lunch with you, but it looks like I should go see our boss now."

Hearing Song Chuang's words, a deep contemplation flashed across Yang Rou's gaze.

Because she remembered the hint Chen Yan gave her a couple of days ago.

These past few days, she had been conducting a quiet investigation within the company. Although some people did indeed receive contacts from headhunters, no one was tempted, and they all consistently wanted to stay with Chenlu Film Company.

If someone else had said it, Yang Rou might have thought they misspoke.

But because it was Chen Yan, Yang Rou felt there must be something she hadn't noticed.

If nothing was amiss within her own company, then it was likely related to someone from another company—a person who had a good relationship with her and was in contact with her.

Now, in light of Chen Yan's phone call, Yang Rou was almost sixty percent sure it was Song Chuang who was the likely subject.

So she thought quietly for a while and then said, "Alright, President Song. Since the boss is looking for you, I won't hold you up."

After she finished speaking, she added indifferently, "Since you've come to Qin Island so rarely, you should indeed have a good chat with the boss."

Song Chuang, who had been through the wringer in the film industry for so many years, was quite astute.

Even if Yang Rou's words sounded harmless on the surface, combined with the change in her tone, Song Chuang always felt... as if there was more than meets the eye.

Was she hinting that he should have a good chat with the boss?

Could it be... that the boss knew something?

Already feeling somewhat guilty, Song Chuang began to speculate wildly...

Ever since he had dinner with Xu Zhaorong and his brother, Song Chuang had felt hesitant.

At the time, he intended to outright refuse the two brothers.

But Xu Zhaorong's words made him listen to Xu Zhaorong's offer in silence.

To his surprise, the offer was quite generous.

Xu Brothers Film Company would invest one hundred million yuan upfront for a forty percent stake. Song Chuang only needed to invest ten million yuan and, by committing to the next ten years, he could acquire a sixty percent stake.

Moreover, after the new company was established, Song Chuang would have absolute control over it.

Not only that, but the Xu Brothers would also share resources with the new company, allowing collaborative investments in projects and access to the Xu Brothers' filming equipment, locations, and even actors and personnel at cost price.

This was essentially the equivalent of supporting Song Chuang in establishing a new company with a helping hand.

Over the years, Song Chuang had indeed built up quite a network and resources in the film industry, but... could it compare with the top three giant companies in the field?

Absolutely not!

Xu Brothers Film Company was a major film and television conglomerate that encompassed actor management, film production, and distribution.

They had comprehensive and affordable resources and manpower.

For instance, Chen Yan's production "The 23 Days of Heartbreak" originally had a budget of ten million yuan but ended up using twenty-five million yuan.

Had Xu Brothers Film Company taken on the project, it probably would have cost only eight million yuan.

The rest, several tens of millions, would all be profit.

Moreover, the Xu Brothers were willing to provide an initial investment of one hundred million yuan, and the shareholding terms were favorable, making Song Chuang even more tempted.

Because this offer was far better than the terms he had originally negotiated with Chen Yan.

He was only hesitant about two things:

First, Chen Yan had been good to him. Under Chen Yan's leadership, he enjoyed great freedom and comfort.

Second, Chen Yan offered him a high salary. Although it had not yet been realized, just from the distribution of this one movie, he could earn four to five million yuan.

Looking at it this way, if he worked at Chen Yan's company for a few years, he could earn a billion yuan. That was cash in hand.

Selling one's stake in a new company or waiting for an IPO to make money was much slower.

So, he had been indecisive.

Originally, he was not in a hurry. Since the Xu Brothers hadn't given him a deadline, he thought it best to wait and see how things unfolded.

But now, after Yang Rou's reminder, he suddenly felt a rush of anxiety.

Did Chen Yan know the details of the favorable offer that the Xu Group had given him and about his hesitancy?

Thinking this, even though Song Chuang felt the possibility was slim, he was still somewhat apprehensive.

While thinking about whether he had exposed any details on the way, Song Chuang arrived at Chen Yan's game company.

Upon entering the game company, Song Chuang glanced around and saw that the company was bustling and discussing a new game with great enthusiasm.

Seeing the smiles and excitement on the faces of the employees, Song Chuang knew they genuinely felt a sense of belonging to the company and were actively contributing to their work.

'This boss of mine is something else.'

After reflecting briefly, Song Chuang arrived at the door of Chen Yan's office.

He straightened his clothes and then knocked on the door respectfully.

A moment later, the calm and powerful voice of Chen Yan came from inside, "Come in."

Song Chuang pushed open the door and then walked into the office.

When he saw his boss again, Song Chuang's first reaction was "young."

Even though he had seen Chen Yan many times, every time he saw Chen Yan again, Song Chuang couldn't help but marvel at his boss's youth.

His second reaction was... his young boss seemed to be gaining an increasingly distinguished air.

Perhaps because of the company's growth, or because of successive victories, his boss was gradually manifesting the aura of a superior. Although still faint, it was enough to be taken seriously.

Suppressing his thoughts, Song Chuang greeted Chen Yan with a smile, "President Chen, you wanted to see me?"

Chen Yan, sitting behind his desk, stood up with a smile and said, "Yes. There's something I'd like to talk to you about."

As he spoke, Chen Yan walked out from behind the desk, gestured with a hand for Song Chuang to sit on the sofa, and said, "Come. Let's sit down and talk."

Song Chuang complied and sat down.

Chen Yan poured him a glass of water, set it down in front of him, and then sat down himself, casually talking about the recent developments in the company.

Hearing Chen Yan discuss only routine topics, Song Chuang's heart gradually settled, and he began to respond normally.

The two chatted for more than ten minutes.

Just when Song Chuang thought his earlier worries had been unfounded—perhaps Yang Rou's reminder was just a casual remark—suddenly, Chen Yan changed his tone and asked with a smile, "By the way, President Song, has anyone been contacting you lately?"

Upon hearing Chen Yan's words, Song Chuang felt a jolt in his heart.

He tried to adjust his facial expression and said nonchalantly, "No one."

"Why would anyone contact me?"

After speaking, he realized that his boss across him smiled knowingly.

That smile seemed inscrutable, as if it could see right through the heart.

For a moment, he felt as if he was completely exposed to Chen Yan, all his secrets laid bare without any cover.

A cold sweat broke out on his back, and he felt a twinge of regret...

That feeling lasted only for a moment, and then he saw his boss quietly pick up his cup and take a sip of water, his gaze lowered as if deep in thought.

Song Chuang's heart began to beat faster.

"Thump, thump, thump, thump..."

Could his boss really know?

That couldn't be...

The only ones present at that meeting were himself and the Xu Brothers.

He wouldn't have divulged it.

Then... it couldn't be the Xu Brothers who spilled the beans, right?

They wouldn't benefit from betraying him, right? A ploy to create a rift?

That was impossible.

Through his interactions with the Xu Brothers, Song Chuang was sure they were sincerely interested in poaching him.

Had it been a ruse, there would have been no need for Xu Zhaorong to personally get involved.

Meanwhile, with various thoughts swirling in his head, the Chen Yan sitting opposite began to speak slowly, "Lao Song, we haven't known each other for very long, but I feel our cooperation has been quite pleasant."

"You should also know what kind of person I am."

"As long as you work for me earnestly, I will never treat you unfairly."

"Working for me is simple. I don't have any profit requirements for you, I only ask you to promote the projects involving Lu Man well."

Speaking to this point, Chen Yan sat up straight, holding his cup of water, and looked at him with a sharp gaze, "For the first project, you spent almost fifty million yuan. According to our agreed profit-sharing, you can take five million yuan."

"It's only been three months since, and it's been the most basic project."

"If there are more coming. Earning twenty or thirty million yuan a year for you is simple, right?"

"Isn't that treatment better than going somewhere else, dealing with others, begging for resources and money, and working every day for profit, for the IPO?"

Hearing Chen Yan's words, Song Chuang's face went pale.

There was only one thought in his mind.

'President Chen knows. He must know...'

'After all, his words are just short of saying it outright.'

For a moment, Song Chuang panicked.

Hearing Chen Yan's words, Song Chuang's face went pale.

There was only one thought in his mind.

'President Chen knows. He must know...'

'After all, his words are just short of saying it outright.'

For a moment, Song Chuang panicked.

Hearing Chen Yan's words, Song Chuang's face went pale.

There was only one thought in his mind.

'President Chen knows. He must know...'

'After all, his words are just short of saying it outright.'

For a moment, Song Chuang panicked.

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