Upon hearing that a company was readily available, Qin Xuan decided to purchase it without a second thought.
Fifty million Dragon Coins was an amount he could cover with just one day's earnings from his jade mine.
Moreover, it saved him the trouble of gathering people to form a company, making it a very worthwhile deal.
However, more than the low price, Qin Xuan was concerned about whether this company could truly produce high-quality films and science fiction movies, as his friend Qin Yifei had claimed.
He knew that in today's film industry, all it took were two celebrities and any plot to be lauded as a rare masterpiece.
So, despite Nanyuan's flattering words, Qin Xuan needed to confirm it himself.
Given Qin Xuan's unique status, Nanyuan handed over ownership of the entire company without hesitation.
As for the sales contract and transfer agreement,
He instructed the lawyers to simplify everything.
Thus, in just one morning, a film and television company worth fifty million Dragon Coins changed hands.
The entire process was so swift and simple that Qin Xuan's personal signature wasn't even required.
"Young Master Xuan, all the procedures for Tianlong Film and Television have been completed."
"You are now the sole owner behind this film and television company!"
"However, the director you wished to meet is not in Jiangcheng."
"According to the person in charge, he seems to have gone to the Imperial Capital to attend a film festival to solicit sponsorships. You happen to be in the Imperial Capital now, why don't I give you his phone number?"
After the transaction was completed, Qin Yifei relayed the results to Qin Xuan.
Qin Xuan acknowledged this and stated that he would meet with the director to discuss matters in detail.
As the call ended, Qin Yifei sent over a phone number. Qin Xuan clicked on the number in the text message and directly arranged a meeting time with the director.
...
At one o'clock in the afternoon, in the Bamboo Hall of the Imperial Capital Grand Hotel.
"It's almost time, let's go out and greet them quickly!"
At the dining table, two middle-aged men, both appearing to be in their thirties, were anxiously awaiting what might be the most important distinguished guests of their lives.
One was dressed in a formal suit, while the other, dressed more casually, stood quietly behind him.
The man in the suit was Guo Fan, a not-so-famous director.
He had previously drawn comics, shot short dramas, and finally found his life's purpose as a director.
Initially, he achieved considerable success by filming low-budget romance films.
However, just as his career was about to reach its peak, he set his sights on a direction rarely pursued by Chinese people.
Science fiction!
He first used a significant portion of his savings to purchase the filming rights of an early work by Liu Da, a foundational figure in contemporary Chinese science fiction, titled "Wandering Blue Star."
Then, he began a seemingly endless preparation phase.
Studio construction, equipment purchase, storyboarding, special effects.
Each project was like a solid mountain blocking his path.
But he did not flinch.
It wasn't until the project commenced that he discovered a critical issue.
That is, science fiction films were several times more expensive to produce than he had imagined.
With no other option, he had to sell his company, his house, and eventually join Nanyuan's not-so-well-known Tianlong Film and Television.
He waived his commission and salary, all for the sake of the company investing more in "Wandering Blue Star."
However, even with substantial initial investments of millions, it was still a drop in the ocean for the entire project.
Therefore, out of necessity, he had to tirelessly travel around seeking clients and investors.
He only hoped that this film project, which he had placed so much hope in, would not be stillborn due to financial issues.
However, just as he was preparing to try his luck again at the National Film Awards ceremony today, a phone call suddenly disrupted his thoughts.
Tianlong Film and Television had changed ownership, and the new owner was a young stranger they had never heard of.
This was very troublesome.
Although the previous owner, Nanyuan, had suspended further investment, he still supported Guo Fan's project.
This allowed Guo Fan to focus solely on soliciting investments from outside without doing anything else.
But this new owner was reportedly only in his twenties, a ninety-nine percent chance of being an ignorant rich second generation!
If the new owner found out that he had a director under his wing who did nothing but solicit investments from outside, he would likely kick him out without a second thought.
This would undoubtedly further delay his filming progress.
Therefore, upon learning that the new owner was coming to meet him, Guo Fan's first reaction was that it was a disaster.
If he were indeed expelled from Tianlong, the preparations he had made in the past few days would essentially be in vain!
But then again, although this young boss was not old, his demeanor and conversation seemed quite reasonable.
Since he already had to appear "humble" when soliciting investments from other bosses, why couldn't he try his best with his own new boss to secure some new funding?
Having made up his mind, he immediately booked the Bamboo Hall private room at the Imperial Capital Grand Hotel with his assistant, Xiao Song.
Even though he was short on funds, he had to host this meal!
"Calm down, just act normally, it'll be fine!"
Sensing the anxiety and nervousness in Xiao Song's voice, Guo Fan waved his hand and said to him in a deep voice.
If it's a blessing, it can't be avoided; if it's a curse, it can't be escaped.
All he had to do now was to do his best and leave the rest to fate.
Whether this young rich second generation would support him with additional investment or disdainfully fire him,
He would continue to bring "Wandering Blue Star" to completion.
If there's no money today, there will be tomorrow; if there's no money tomorrow, there will be the day after.
Guo Fan believed that as long as he persisted with unwavering determination, one day, he would surely etch this unprecedented science fiction film into the annals of Chinese history!
"Haha, well said."
"I don't bite, why are you so nervous?"
As Guo Fan's calm voice faded, a handsome young figure outside the Bamboo Hall clapped his hands and laughed, slowly walking in.
It was Qin Xuan.
Upon seeing this, Guo Fan quickly stood up, smiled at Qin Xuan, and then extended his right hand to him.
"Hello, boss. My name is Guo Fan, I'm a contracted director under Tianlong Film and Television, and I'm currently in charge of the 'Wandering Blue Star' project."
"This is Song Zhiyou, my assistant."
Qin Xuan nodded, also extending his right hand. "My name is Qin Xuan, and I am the new boss of Tianlong Film and Television."
"I heard you are preparing to shoot a very special science fiction film, so I wanted to specifically learn about it."
"No problem, no problem, please have a seat!"
"Xiao Song, tell the hotel to serve the dishes!"
Guiding Qin Xuan to the main seat, Guo Fan hurriedly asked his assistant to instruct the hotel to serve the dishes quickly.
At this moment, he seemed to have forgotten what he had told his assistant earlier, his excitement evident.
Because from that brief conversation, he could sense the other party's curiosity about the film he was preparing.