Chapter 7 : Acquiring a Film Company

• After Xiao Chen left, Xiao Muer finally had the opportunity to talk to Qiqi about letting Xiao Hua stay here.
• "What?"
• Qiqi was shocked and quickly waved her hand, "How is that possible? I'm a big star, if it gets out that I'm living with a man, who would still sign me, burp!"
• It was awkward, with the three of them looking at each other. Finally, Xiao Muer said, "First of all, this is not cohabitation. If you want to live with my brother, you need to have a one-month trial period. Secondly, you've been hiding at home for over half a year and no company has signed you. You're no longer a big star. Lastly, let me ask you, do you still want to eat the food my brother cooks?"
• Qiqi had wanted to argue against Xiao Muer's earlier words, but the last question left her speechless.
• Of course, she wanted to eat the delicious food, but living with a man would be a devastating blow to a female celebrity. Although she had already given up, she still wanted to make a comeback!
• She was torn, and Qiqi ate a few more bites.
• Xiao Hua naturally didn't want to live separately from his sister, so he said, "How about this, I know the CEO of an entertainment company, we have a close relationship. I can recommend you to them, and I guarantee you'll get a contract."
• "Really?"
• Qiqi was pleasantly surprised, and Xiao Muer was also surprised, but she didn't say anything.
• After thinking for a moment, Qiqi asked, "What's the company like? I don't want to go to a small company."
• "Don't worry, it's definitely not a small company."
• Xiao Hua had earned enough money over the years to buy a small country, but most of it had been handed over to the government. Despite that, he still had ten billion left.
• Qiqi continued, "The conditions can't be too demanding, and I can't be asked to accompany this person for dinner or that person for drinks."
• "Of course not!"
• Xiao Hua didn't want Qiqi, a beautiful woman, to become an escort. Besides, Xiao Muer had said that he wanted to introduce Qiqi to his brother as his girlfriend.
• Only then did Qiqi feel relieved and said, "Okay, I agree to stay here. When should we go meet your well-connected CEO friend?"
• "In a few days!"
• Acquiring a company shouldn't be a small matter, and Xiao Hua thought it would take several days.
• Qiqi looked at Xiao Hua suspiciously and said, "You better not deceive me and back out after I move in."
• Xiao Hua could only say, "Then the day after tomorrow."
• After finishing their meal, Xiao Muer volunteered to wash the dishes, allowing Xiao Hua and Qiqi to be alone. Unfortunately, they didn't have much time to chat before the annoying Xiao Chen came back.
• When Xiao Chen entered, Qiqi said, "As you know, I'm not in the mood for love right now, and honestly, I don't really like your type."
• Xiao Chen wasn't angry and tried to please her, "I know, I know. I came to tell you some good news."
• "What good news?"
• Qiqi asked, and Xiao Chen said, "I found out that you're in Lunan, so I immediately used my connections to contact a company there. They are preparing for a movie, and based on my reputation, they will definitely be willing to use you. How about we go try tomorrow?"
• Qiqi glanced at Xiao Hua and thought it was strange, but having more options meant more chances of success, so she said, "Let's go take a look tomorrow."
• The next day, Xiao Hua was the first to leave. He had already checked online and knew that there were only three entertainment companies in Lunan, with New Trend Entertainment being the largest and his target.
• Xiao Hua didn't have any experience in business negotiations, so when he arrived at New Trend Entertainment, he directly approached someone and said, "Hello, can I meet your CEO? I want to buy your company."
• "Haha!"
• The person laughed like a pig and pulled Xiao Hua to their logo, saying, "Look, New Trend Entertainment. You want to buy our company? You must be joking, brother!"
• Xiao Hua didn't argue and said, "I've checked your information. You're the largest entertainment company in Lunan, but I really came to buy your company."
• The person thought Xiao Hua was crazy and pushed him away, saying, "If you want to buy us, you have to sell something. Go away!"
• Xiao Hua felt helpless. He didn't expect that he couldn't even meet the boss. He thought he might have approached the wrong person, so he approached a few more people and said the same thing, but they were all kicked out without exception.
• "Ah!"
• Xiao Hua sighed. It was probably because he didn't have any connections in the country. Otherwise, why would it be like this?
• Just when he was at a loss, two people wearing duckbill caps and masks walked over. Xiao Hua could tell from their figures that they were Xiao Chen and Qiqi.
• When they saw Xiao Hua, Qiqi was also surprised and asked, "What are you doing here? Is the friend you mentioned the CEO of this company?"
• Xiao Hua felt a bit embarrassed and didn't know whether to say yes or no.
• Seeing Xiao Hua's appearance, Xiao Chen guessed that he hadn't even entered the door. So he put on the airs of a celebrity and said, "Look at him, he couldn't even get in the door. How could he know the CEO of New Trend?"
• Qiqi also thought it made sense and became angry, thinking that Xiao Hua had deceived her.
• "Let's go!"
• The two of them ignored Xiao Hua and went straight in. They were different from Xiao Hua, as they were immediately taken to the CEO's office.
• Xiao Hua had no other choice but to wait outside. After more than half an hour, Xiao Chen and Qiqi finally came out. They glanced at Xiao Hua but didn't pay any attention to him and walked away.
• Xiao Hua didn't mind and stopped a woman who had escorted them out.
• The woman was in her thirties and looked like the CEO's secretary. She gave Xiao Hua a strange look and asked, "Do you have any business here?"
• Xiao Hua said, "I want to meet your CEO."
• Xiao Hua didn't mention the acquisition anymore, afraid of being kicked out again.
• The secretary was still polite and said, "If you don't have an appointment, I can't take you to see the CEO. What's the matter? Just tell me."
• Xiao Hua had no choice but to say, "I want to acquire your company."
• The secretary was stunned for a while before asking, "Are you serious?"
• Xiao Hua replied, "Of course."
• After carefully observing Xiao Hua, the secretary confirmed that he wasn't crazy and asked, "Do you know how much our company is worth?"
• Xiao Hua really didn't know because it wasn't a publicly traded company, so he asked, "How much is it worth?"
• The secretary proudly said, "At least 380 million. Not only in Lunan, but we are also one of the top three companies in the entire province."
• Xiao Hua thought for a moment and said, "I'll offer 500 million."
• This price was much lower than what Xiao Hua had expected. He thought entertainment companies were worth more!
• But the secretary widened her eyes in disbelief and asked, "Are you... are you serious?"
• Xiao Hua replied, "I've been waiting outside for almost an hour. There's no need for me to joke with you."
• The secretary quickly adjusted her collar and said, "My name is Huang Shu. Please follow me. I'll take you to meet our CEO."
• New Trend Entertainment was in an upward trend and had no plans to sell. However, nothing is absolute. As long as the price is high enough, even if they hadn't planned to sell, they could still sell.
• When they arrived at the CEO's office, Huang Shu whispered something in his ear.
• The CEO immediately stood up and walked towards Xiao Hua, grabbing his hand and saying, "Mr. Xiao, you are indeed talented and ambitious. Please, have a seat!"
• The rest was simple. The price of five hundred million was something the CEO couldn't refuse no matter what.
• Why?
• Because the profitability of an entertainment company is not stable, and New Trend is in an upward trend. It's hard to say how much money they will make in the future. By selling now, they can make over a hundred million. Anyone who doesn't buy it would be a fool. And the CEO didn't dare to raise the price, fearing that Xiao Hua would change his mind.
• Next, the CEO introduced Xiao Hua to the situation of New Trend Entertainment.
• This company is really good. It has its own film crew and a state-of-the-art studio. The filming equipment alone is worth over 70 million yuan.
• There are also some artists under the company, although they are not top-tier movie stars. There are two second-tier artists, one male and one female, who can be considered as the company's facade.
• In addition, the company also has a live streaming platform with over a hundred hosts. It is currently the most profitable department in the trend.
• Most importantly, Trendy was founded solely by Mr. Lu, which makes the acquisition process very convenient.
• Xiao Hua listened quietly and then asked, "I heard that two celebrities came earlier, right?"
• Mr. Lu was taken aback and said, "Oh, yes. One of them is a has-been and has too many demands. I didn't bother with her."
• Xiao Hua said, "Can you call them back?"
• Mr. Lu was once again puzzled, not understanding what Xiao Hua meant.
• Worried that Mr. Lu might misunderstand, Xiao Hua quickly explained, "The acquisition plan remains unchanged, and the company can keep everything as it is. Calling them back is just a personal matter for me."
• "Oh!"
• Mr. Lu was relieved.