466 You’re My Precious Little Sister, Why Would I Lie to You?
Shi Chen said, “It’s a waste of time for me to fake the accounts. It turns out that Shi Xi can’t understand it.”
F*ck.
“You just need to know that not only did Kuai Xue Entertainment not make any money this year, but they also lost money. That’s all.” Shi Chen gave a simple summary.
Shi Xi frowned. “I’ve heard that Kuai Xue is in the top five of the group’s profits.”
“But the amount of money invested is also very high.” Shi Chen changed the topic. “Big Brother founded Kuai Xue Entertainment for you. If you can’t bring high returns to the company, we’ll have to close it down.”
Shi Xi took out the check. “Then I won’t be filming.”
“You’re not filming anymore? Since you’ve decided to compromise, you can apply to cancel it tomorrow.” Shi Chen raised an eyebrow, deliberately misinterpreting Shi Xi’s words.
“What I mean is, I don’t want this investment anymore, and you don’t have to close down Kuai Xue Entertainment.” Shi Xi explained.
“But I don’t need to keep a small, useless company like Kuai Xue Entertainment.” Shi Chen crossed his legs arrogantly, like a treacherous and difficult businessman.
No, he was!
Shi Xi’s eyes rolled around.
She looked at Shi Xu, then at Ning Yu, and then at Father Shi and Mother Shi.
“Mom, look at how Second Brother is bullying me!” After Shi Xi had chosen her, she began to act coquettishly toward Mother Shi.
Mother Shi coughed and said, “I think Shi Chen is right. You’re working so hard in the entertainment industry, and you’re still being scolded. Mom’s heart aches for you. Why don’t you just be a manager in the company? It’s so much more relaxing.”
It seemed that the method to use Mother Shi was not feasible.
Shi Xi looked at Father Shi and started to sow discord. “Dad, are you just going to watch Second Brother close down the company as soon as he takes office?”
“He’s in charge of the Shi Corporation now. I have nothing to do with this.” Father Shi held his tea and shifted his gaze away, his expression aloof from the world.
Only Shi Xu and Ning Yu were left.
Even though Shi Xu was the big brother, he had already been demoted.
As for Ning Yu, she was just a small-time employee and could not manage Shi Chen at all.
The girl’s beautiful big eyes blinked.
Water mist rose.
When Shi Chen saw that his precious sister was about to cry, he quickly put down his legs and sat up straight. He coaxed, “Baby sister, don’t cry. Second Brother didn’t bully you.”
“If the box office doesn’t hit 500 million, I’ll give you half of my shares. That way, you’ll get tens of millions of dividends every year.”
Shi Xi pouted. “But I just want to act in a movie.”
“Then sign this agreement. If you can’t even get 500 million at the box office, it means that you’re destined to have no achievements on this path,” Ning Yu said indifferently.
Shi Xi raised her eyes and looked at Ning Yu.
Ning Yu was still cold and indifferent. “You don’t dare to sign? You think you can’t do it?”
Shi Xi looked at Shi Chen. “I can sign the contract. However, if my movie’s box office exceeds 500 million yuan, I want 60% of Kuai Xue Entertainment’s shares! ”
Shi Chen thought for a moment. “Sure.”
“Then it’s settled!” Shi Xi picked up the contract and went forward to sign it.
Ning Yu: “There’s no additional clause. It’s useless even if you sign it.”
Shi Xi was speechless.
Mother Shi was worried. “Xi Xi is so easily tricked. What are we going to do in the future?”
Shi Xi was speechless.
“Don’t worry, you’re my precious little sister. Why would I lie to you?” Shi Chen laughed like a big bad wolf trying to trick little red riding hood. “I’ll draft a new contract now.”
After the new contract was printed out, Shi Xi showed it to Shi Xu. “Brother, can you help me take a look? There shouldn’t be any problems, right?”
Shi Xu looked at it once. “No problem. Sign it.”
Under everyone’s gaze and the temptation of the check, Shi Xi signed her name.
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467 Can’t Get the Money Back?
There were two copies of the contract. Shi Xi took one and a 50 million check.
After seeing Han Chuan, Shi Xi briefly explained the situation.
“Kuai Xue’s expenditure is indeed a lot, but it’s definitely not to the point of losing money,” Han Chuan said.
“But if you don’t sign it, Kuai Xue will be gone,” Shi Xi, who couldn’t read the accounts, said.
Zhu Lin whispered, “Ever since Shi Chen took office, he has indeed shut down several companies that had negative profits and punished a few directors who embezzled their own money. Especially the chip and energy companies, they’ve laid off a lot of people!”
Han Chuan was deep in thought. “Although Kuai Xue isn’t making a negative profit, the profit it brings isn’t high.”
Kuai Xue didn’t sign many artists, and Shi Xi was the only one who could make money.
However, according to the ratio, Shi Xi would get half of it, along with the maintenance of the company’s operations and other expenses.
After calculating all these, their profits were indeed not as good as the other subsidiary companies.
“That’s why the most important thing now is to prepare for this movie,” Shi Xi said.
“But isn’t 500 million yuan a little too hard to achieve? With an investment of 50 million, we can’t even afford to hire a good actress,” Zhu Lin couldn’t help but say.
Han Chuan nodded. “It’s very harsh.”
“I’ve seen other people’s movies. Don’t they all get billions at the box office?” Shi Xi was bewildered.
“You only saw the box office earnings of a few billion yuan. You didn’t see the investment of a few billion yuan.” Han Chuan was speechless. “How can the effect produced by 50 million be the same as the effect produced by 500 million? Take a look at your phone. How many of the latest movies have box office sales of over 100 million yuan?”
Shi Xi: “…”
She had been too careless.
“But it’s fine. If Xi Xi can’t do it, she’ll go home and inherit the family property,” Zhu Lin said enviously.
Han Chuan was at a loss for words.
“Don’t worry about it. I have money now. Let’s start the project first,” Shi Xi said.
The thought of her movie getting 500 million at the box office made Shi Xi a little nervous.
Ah, ah, ah, she couldn’t let the movie hit the streets!
“Let’s start with the actors,” Han Chuan said.
There were as many actors in the industry as there were hairs on a cow, but there were only a few outstanding actors.
Outstanding and famous actors were even more expensive.
During this period, the entire Shi Corporation was busy.
Shi Xi was busy with the movie while Shi Chen and Shi Xu were busy with god knows what.
Only Ning Yu went to work leisurely every day, finishing her work in ten minutes, and then eating small cakes and playing games.
She even gained a few pounds.
After two weeks, when the Board of Directors convened again, Shi Xu released the evidence of the former Financial Director Jiang Chen embezzling public funds.
“Back then, the company’s accounts were in a deficit of 700 million, and the former Financial Deputy Director Xu Ziqing fled for fear of punishment.”
“I’ve checked all the Financial Department’s accounts and found out that Xu Ziqing only embezzled 70 million.”
“The remaining 630 million went into Jiang Chen’s pocket and he put the blame on Xu Ziqing.”
“Before the meeting, I already called the police and asked for their assistance to freeze and investigate Jiang Chen’s personal property.”
All the directors were shocked. “It was Jiang Chen who embezzled public funds?”
They all thought that Xu Ziqing had absconded with the money, but they didn’t expect that there was already a parasite in the company.
Shi Chen lifted his chin slightly. “Then, I’ll have to trouble Director Shi to follow up on this matter and see if we can recoup some of our losses.”
Those who embezzled public funds would usually transfer the money to an overseas bank.
This way, even if he was caught, he could leave the money behind.
After Jiang Chen was caught, everyone felt like they couldn’t get their money back.
However, when they were counting his assets, the police found that all his assets had been transferred from overseas accounts to domestic accounts.
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468 [The Top]
Jiang Chen himself was shocked by the news.
He had clearly transferred all the money to an overseas bank and left it for his wife and children.
Why was the money being transferred back?
Other than the 70 million that was taken away by Xu Ziqing, the remaining 630 million had been recovered.
Even Jiang Chen’s own assets eventually paid the fine and compensated.
*
Cheng Yue sent a message to Ning Yu: [The money that Xu Ziqing transferred has been successfully intercepted. Aren’t you going to return the money to the Shi Corporation?]
[Ning Yu: Take it as our compensation for our hard work.]
70 million yuan for their hard work.
That was quite a lot!
[That’s not good, is it?]
[Using it as Team Zero’s funds. Did you guys catch Xu Ziqing?]
[She went abroad and changed her name. It’s a little hard to find her.]
[The team has been busy with the Delta Anti-Terror Task Force, so they didn’t go to arrest her.]
Handling cases overseas was the most difficult.
[Ning Yu: Let’s focus on the case of the Delta first.]
[Okay.]
At this moment, her colleague handed Ning Yu a document. “Ning Yu, please do a financial summary of the last quarter.”
“Yes.”
Ten minutes later.
Ning Xi, doing a good deed without leaving her name, typed on the keyboard.
‘I’ve also finished my work for today!’
It was time to eat the small cake.
*
Although the Shi Corporation had lost 70 million yuan, they had recovered most of the money.
The money was recovered by Shi Xu, so the directors started to side with Shi Xu.
“Shi Xu is still the best. He’s young and promising. He only spent a week in the Financial Department and he already found the mole.”
“I suggest that we let Shi Xu be the president. after all, Shi Chen is young and impatient. it’s hard for him to take on such a big responsibility.”
“…”
Even if Shi Xi didn’t attend the board meeting, she could still hear the rumors about the two factions fighting.
Zhu Lin even sneaked over to Shi Xi and asked, “Which grandson of yours does Chairman Shi want to take over his company?”
Shi Xi shook her head. “No idea.”
Anyway, it was not her, the granddaughter.
“Why are you so concerned? It has nothing to do with us who’s going to be the president, right?” Shi Xi asked, puzzled.
“What do you mean by no relationship?” Zhu Lin’s eyes widened. “I bet three hundred yuan!”
Shi Xi thought, ‘They actually started a bet. Everyone’s too bored.’
“How’s the selection for the movie coming along?” Shi Xi asked.
“We’ve already sent out the notice of the preliminary auditions, but the progress isn’t fast. Don’t worry,” Zhu Lin comforted. “We’ll definitely be able to choose the most handsome male lead!”
Shi Xi leaned back on the sofa and held a cup of milk tea in her arms. “As long as they have good acting skills, it’s fine even if they don’t look good.”
She didn’t want to watch a movie where a beautiful piece of trash would drag her down.
As they were talking, Han Chuan came in from outside with a serious face. “Shi Xi.”
“What’s wrong?” Shi Xi sat up straight and asked.
“I’ve received an invitation to a variety show overseas,” Han Chuan replied.
“An overseas variety show?” Shi Xi asked in surprise. “Are they famous?”
Han Chuan nodded solemnly. “The five countries are working together to organize a large-scale idol talent show, [The Top].”
Zhu Lin’s eyes widened. “The five nations are working together? Which company organized this?”
Han Chuan’s eyes were calm. “Thunderbolt Entertainment in M Country.”
“The series they’ve made are all very popular!” Zhu Lin exclaimed.
Han Chuan nodded.
Shi Xi furrowed her brows. “But I still have to film my own movie.”
“…”
*
After the news of the five countries working together for [The Top] was released, there was an instant wave in the country.
[Oh my god, I’m looking forward to it! I wonder who will China send?]
[I heard that Shi Xi… will probably participate.]
[Ah? Who wants to see her? Is she an idol? It’s fine if you lose face in China, but don’t lose face overseas!]
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469 Human’s Joys and Sorrows Are Not Connected
For a time, the internet was abuzz with discussions about Shi Xi’s participation in [The Top].
[She’s a mentor in China and now she’s a student overseas. If Shi Xi wants to keep her dignity, then she shouldn’t embarrass herself in public.]
[Shi Xi hasn’t even decided if she wants to participate. There’s no need to take a loan and mock her, right?]
[Xi Xi Zi is busy with her new movie and doesn’t have time to go overseas to participate in talent shows.]
[…]
Both [The Top] and Shi Xi were hot topics.
And when the two topics collided, the popularity was even higher.
The fans also came to the company immediately to ask if Shi Xi was going to participate in [The Top].
…
“This is a good opportunity to show your face,” Han Chuan said seriously. “If you perform well, it’ll be beneficial for your future development.”
“But if that’s the case, we’ll have to delay the filming again,” Shi Xi said with a conflicted expression.
“Yes.” Han Chuan’s expression was serious.
The three of them fell silent.
This was a rare opportunity, but Shi Xi’s movie was still in preparation.
“Or, can you go and participate in the program first? It’s our own movie anyway,” Zhu Lin suggested. “It’s fine even if it’s delayed for three months.”
Han Chuan nodded and said, “I think so too.”
“Three months?” Shi Xi asked.
“Uh, this variety show will take three months to film.” Zhu Lin looked at the time on the invitation again and said, “I can’t spend the New Year at home.”
“Even if I participate in [The Top], I can’t guarantee that I’ll be able to attract fans,” Shi Xi said after some thought.
“With this face of yours, you’ll be able to attract fans as soon as you go on stage,” Han Chuan said lightly.
Zhu Lin encouraged Shi Xi. “Believe in yourself! You can do it!”
“It’s easy to say. You’re going to an unfamiliar place to participate in this kind of program. You can’t even complain if you’re wronged.” Shi Xi was no longer a newbie in the entertainment industry. She sat on the sofa and said, “If I go to M Country, it’ll be their home ground. Won’t they try their best to suppress me?”
This was true.
Han Chuan handed the invitation to Shi Xi. “This is the price they offered. If you’re not satisfied, I’ll turn them down.”
Shi Xi took a glance and her eyes lit up.
“I’ll go!”
It was not that she could not resist the temptation.
They had really given too much!
“Wait,” Zhu Lin interrupted. “When you said ‘I’ll go’, are you sighing or are you really going?”
“…Both,” Shi Xi replied.
She sighed with emotion, but she also wanted to go.
Han Chuan nodded and said, “I’ll pass down the casting.”
“When you return from M Country in three months, we’ll start shooting immediately.”
Shi Xi slumped on the sofa.
She was too busy.
She even had the thought of quitting the entertainment industry and taking the Shi family’s shares and dividends.
Even if she went to sell crabs with her parents, she wouldn’t starve to death!
Life was so difficult.
Shi Xi had a look of despair on her face.
“I’m going on a public holiday!” Zhu Lin cheered at the side.
The joys and sorrows of human beings were not connected.
“I really want to go home and inherit my family fortune,” Shi Xi said.
Zhu Lin, “…”
F*ck.
The joys and sorrows of human beings were not connected.
Next, Han Chuan arranged Shi Xi’s recent schedule.
Shi Xi felt tired just by looking at it.
*
When they got home and had dinner, Shi Xi told everyone that she was going overseas to participate in a variety show.
“You’re going overseas?” Mother Shi was worried. “How long are you going to be gone? Are you alone?”
Shi Xi perked up, not wanting to worry her mother. “It’ll take about three months. Zhu Lin and Xiao Tian will accompany me.”
“Don’t worry, it’ll be a closed-off talent show with strict management. Nothing will happen!”
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470 Returning From the Talent Show, Still An Amateur
“You’re gone so far, and for such a long time. Aren’t you going to make a movie?” Mother Shi asked, a little worried. “Just focus on developing your career in the country, isn’t that good?”
“We can still take care of each other if we’re in our own country,” Shi Xu added. “If she goes abroad, we won’t be able to help her.”
“My baby sister is so beautiful and has good business skills. She’ll be able to shine when she’s overseas.” Shi Chen smiled as he picked up a chicken leg for Shi Xi and said, “Second Brother supports you in going overseas.”
“Thank you, Second Brother.” Shi Xi’s eyes curved.
“Remember the 500 million box office earnings promise,” Shi Chen reminded.
Shi Xi was speechless.
She didn’t want to remember!
The members of the Shi family expressed their concern for Shi Xi’s decision, but they did not stop her.
Ning Yu gave Shi Xi a translation machine and said, “This can translate into 18 languages with a 95% accuracy. It should be able to help you.”
Shi Xi took the translator. “Thank you, Sister!”
Although it was useless.
Ning Yu patted Shi Xi’s head. “Take good care of yourself.”
Shi Xi was speechless.
Why did they all have to touch her head?
Ning Yu was 172.4 cm, taller than her, and the way she touched her head was very smooth.
Shi Xi, who couldn’t avoid being touched on the head: D*mn it!’
Ning Yu, who had successfully touched her head: So cute!
No wonder everyone liked this action.
The cold Ning Yu’s ears turned red, and she retracted her hand that was about to continue her ruffling, saying, “Rest early.”
Shi Xi had finally escaped.
The news that Shi Xi was going to participate in [The Top] spread all over the internet in no time.
[F*ck, is Shi Xi really going to participate in [The Top]? Isn’t she afraid of embarrassing herself?]
[What else does Shi Xi have apart from her good looks? My god, who wouldn’t be better than her?]
[She’s a talent show coach back in China, but she’s always encouraging her students to make herself popular. She’s really capable of anything.]
[Why does Xi Xi want to go abroad? Isn’t it better to focus on filming in China?]
After the news of Shi Xi participating in [The Top] spread, all sorts of comments flooded the internet.
Even the fans couldn’t understand why Shi Xi wanted to participate in [The Top] and boost other people’s popularity.
[Isn’t Xi Xi going to make a movie? Doesn’t she want to shoot anymore?]
[Does the company have any plans for Shi Xi’s future? Xi Xi’s already a coach in the talent show. Are we still going to let her participate?]
[Even an idiot would know which one to choose between a movie and a talent show, right? Can the company have some foresight?]
However, the schedule had been set and could not be changed.
Shi Xi even reposted the promotional Weibo post of [The Top].
Seeing that Shi Xi was indeed going to participate in the talent show, the fans were displeased, but they could only give their blessings.
Even Nan Wan had clicked in and left a message when she saw this Weibo.
[@Nan Wan: Xi Xi Zi will get good results in the talent show ~scatter flowers~]
Although she said she was concerned, they really did not see any sincerity in Nan Wan.
The fans were disgusted.
Who didn’t know that the two of them didn’t have a good relationship? At this time, Nan Wan still wanted to come up and make people dislike her.
And Nan Wan posted another Weibo.
[@Nan Wan: It’s tiring but worth it! Good luck!]
The attached picture was a group photo of her and the movie script.
The Nan Wan fans were overjoyed.
[Who’s already making a movie? Of course it’s our Nan Wan~]
[Haha, the thought of someone returning from a talent show and still being an amateur while Nan Wan is already a movie star makes me feel so good.]
[That’s not an amateur. That’s twice-cooked pork.]
[I wish that a certain someone will continue to be a talent show and return to the limelight. Our Nan Wan will continue to be a bright and beautiful star~]
[…]
They said ‘a certain someone’, but everyone knew that they were referring to Shi Xi.