Ch 117: Young Master Cao Declares: Touch Them Again, And They’ll Pay The Price!

Sister Ali was slightly drunk.

“Boss, actually… there’s a situation. Previously, we invited some mentors, and they all confirmed their schedules. The other party also readily agreed to set aside time to participate in our program, and we almost finalized the prices…”

“We were just about to sign the contract.”

“But… almost overnight, these people all called to apologize, saying that they suddenly had other things and could only politely refuse our program.”

“Although they did have reasons and excuses at the time, based on my many years of connections in the industry, I checked afterward and knew that we were being targeted.”

“…”

No wonder.

That explains it.

Cao Cheng didn’t think much of it either.

After all, his new company hadn’t had any conflicts of interest with the industry tycoons.

Tricking Wang Haodong into coming over as a disciplinary inspector was just a whim, a kind of precaution, and he didn’t plan to really tear things up.

It’s not time yet!

How can you offend the entire industry as soon as you start out?

You’re not crazy, are you?

And,

although Fourth Sister’s abilities weren’t very strong, they weren’t weak either. She’s more or less a half-insider, and she has background connections in the Beijing and Zhonghai music circles.

Inviting mentors and organizing programs are inherently matters of the music industry.

Theoretically, who would offend someone like Fourth Sister for no reason?

But now it seems…

There’s something going on!

…

The music in the private room stopped.

Cao Cheng waved his hand and directly told the others to leave the private room.

Only Fourth Sister and Sister Ali remained in the room.

“Sister Ali, tell me everything!” Cao Cheng smiled, seemingly not angry, but simply curious.

Sister Ali nodded.

With a hint of intoxication.

Now that she’d started, it naturally became easier to talk, and there was no need to hide anything.

She hadn’t intended to say anything before because she didn’t want to provoke powerful enemies.

It’s a new company.

Keeping a low profile always has benefits.

And it’s not like she needed to report everything to the boss; otherwise, what was she supposed to do? She wanted to try handling it herself first.

So,

Fourth Sister didn’t know about this.

Ten minutes later.

Sister Ali finished speaking.

Cao Cheng and Fourth Sister both listened attentively and understood.

Fourth Sister’s expression changed, and she looked angry: “They really went too far.”

Sister Ali chuckled bitterly: “Mr. Ren, this circle is like this; new arrivals being squeezed out is normal.”

“After all, the cake is only so big; if we eat a little more, they eat a little less.”

“If we absorb all the traffic, they will have no traffic.”

“Especially since Mr. Cao didn’t come here to make money at all. He’s doing the show regardless of cost, more like a dragon crossing the river, coming to smash people’s rice bowls. Others have to be wary!”

That’s the logic!

But it’s really infuriating.

Especially Fourth Sister, she was so angry that she almost swore.

On the other hand, Cao Cheng smiled very calmly.

He was even a little happy.

Good, good.

Having a villain is good.

Otherwise, what’s the fun in playing?

If others didn’t make a move, he wouldn’t make things too difficult.

Since someone made a move, the situation became more subtle.

And more interesting.

Everyone see, this is the first shot they fired.

Young Master Cao wasn’t looking for trouble!

Hehehe…

…

To put it simply, the matter isn’t that big.

《Miracle Media》’s appearance was not silent.

In such a small circle, it’s easy to find out someone’s identity and background.

And,

the ‘Entertainment Capital Yuan Year’ is still six years away. In other words, the entertainment industry is quite ‘calm’ now.

Coal bosses haven’t entered the market on a large scale yet.

And the major first-line celebrities don’t have a capital mindset yet; they haven’t set up any studios or established their own small companies.

They all rely on entertainment companies for food, at most just changing jobs.

The entire large circle is controlled by those few so-called tycoons.

The film and television industry has tycoon companies.

The music industry also has them.

The variety show industry naturally also has them.

For example, a certain brothers’ company in film and television, Hua Mouce, Tang Ren, and the like.

In music, there’s Mai Zi and so on.

For variety shows, there’s Xiangdong Television Station, including some local Zhonghai variety show production companies, Tianyu, and so on…

In short,

everyone is sharing happily.

And according to different places, they formed their own small circles, small groups having a lot of fun.

They are all huddled together, vying for resources, and squeezing out others.

Zhonghai has its own circle.

Beijing has its own circle.

The Northwest also has its own circle.

Hong Kong has one.

Northeast China has one.

Even Taiwan has one.

The local characteristics are very strong.

And then, you dare to call yourself 《Miracle Media》?

What little punk dares to open a company in Zhonghai?

Most importantly, with so many circles and so many docks, you don’t pay respects to any of them??

What do you think of everyone?

Do you think that with a little money and background, you can run rampant in this circle?

Think again.

Even if you’re a second-generation rich kid, you have to follow the rules when you come in, understand?

So,

they just made a few phone calls, getting that Na, Yang, and Sun Nan to refuse to participate in Good Voice.

It was a warning.

…

Regarding the several mentors they invited.

Cao Cheng himself didn’t think much of them, but since the company was handed to Fourth Sister, he couldn’t mention every detail; at most, he gave a general direction.

He mostly delegated power.

That’s why the company invited these few.

It’s also good that they refused; otherwise, Young Master Cao would have to find a way to get rid of them.

Speaking of which,

these people in the entertainment industry making small moves actually helped Young Master Cao.

He’s quite grateful.

Cao Cheng is also one for reciprocity; he believes in empathy and will naturally respond in kind.

“Boss.”

Sister Ali said, “Also, when I talked to Zhonghai TV about broadcasting, it was initially pretty good. It was a production and broadcasting separation program, and we were just about to discuss the profit-sharing model.”

“Then, the situation became the same as with these mentors. It was smooth at first; they had a demand for the new music variety show, but later… their attitude gradually changed.”

“So,”

“I guess they also reached some cooperation with Zhonghai TV, making the local Zhonghai TV unwilling to cooperate with us.”

“Good, good, good!”

Cao Cheng was overjoyed.

“…”

“…”

Sister Ali had a black line across her forehead.

Could the boss have gone crazy?

Fourth Sister was also worried. Although she herself was very angry and usually joked around with her stinky younger brother, she genuinely cared when it came down to it.

Fourth Sister said softly, “Are you okay? Don’t be angry. We’ll take it slow. If Zhonghai doesn’t work, we’ll go to other television stations. There’s no need to be angry.”

Cao Cheng chuckled, “Do I look angry?”

Fourth Sister nodded.

Sister Ali also nodded.

Although he was smiling happily and didn’t seem angry at all, this made him look even more terrifying.

Cao Cheng shook his head speechlessly, you guys don’t understand a thing!

Young Master Cao was genuinely happy.

He’s lived for a hundred years, what hasn’t he seen?

What’s this?

Just a minor scuffle.

Besides, Cao Cheng didn’t think much of those few silly mentors.

And as for the local Zhonghai TV, calling themselves Tomato TV, what is this? A half-baked station, not even ranking in the top three.

Seriously.

Miracle Media’s headquarters is in Zhonghai.

When looking for a cooperative television station, the first choice is the local station.

This is giving face to the locals.

It’s an unspoken rule.

So Cao Cheng didn’t stop it at the time. He thought it didn’t matter; Zhonghai TV was a bit weak, but it was still among the top five.

And his show could become popular anywhere.

Even if the local station wasn’t highly ranked, the show was excellent, right?

Unexpectedly.

They didn’t want it.

They’re shameless.

This is excellent.

Don’t you feel… like you’re the Son of Fortune right now!

The new company is targeted from the start?

And then you just wait to slap their faces.

It seems,

Heaven’s fortune has finally favored me!

Once the show becomes a hit, the leaders in charge of management and business at Zhonghai TV will probably have to pack up and leave, maybe even go to jail.

There will be plenty of negative emotions.

This routine, Young Master Cao is familiar with.

You see,

could Young Master Cao be angry in this situation? Could he not be happy?

They don’t understand.

Sigh!

Life is as lonely as snow.

In this world, how many people understand Young Master Cao?

…

“Don’t worry, I’m not really angry. I just think petty squabbles are meaningless. These entertainment industry tycoons’ methods seem a bit underhanded. Is that all?” Cao Cheng shook his head with a smile.

Those methods were indeed not high-level.

They’re enough to deal with ordinary new companies; they’re very effective.

But for companies with money, they’re nothing.

It wasn’t a complete ban.

The circle isn’t that big; they couldn’t find a few mentors?

We can invite them from abroad.

What are we afraid of with money?

As for the television station, if it doesn’t work, we’ll directly find the big boss, find the Central Bank!

A good show isn’t afraid of any platform.

Moreover, the Central Bank is very powerful, especially these days. They often produce hit dramas and hit variety shows.

The entertainment factor might be slightly lower, but the viewership rating is definitely not low.

What’s more, 《Good Voice》, besides its nickname 《Good Business》, also has the nickname 《Good Story》.

It’s too suitable for the Central Bank.

So,

how could it be soft-banned? Think again.

These methods are completely ineffective.

They underestimated Miracle Media, and they underestimated Cao Cheng.

They only caused a little trouble for Sister Ali and Fourth Sister; bullying children is not a skill.

Dad’s here!

Sister Ali continued, “I also couldn’t help much. I contacted some people before, but the effect wasn’t great. Obviously, they’re waiting for the two bosses to come to them.”

Fourth Sister frowned and looked at Cao Cheng, “What should we do now? Should we pay respects to the docks?”

“Pay respects to what? It’s a spoiled habit.”

Cao Cheng snorted disdainfully.

Do you know what capital is?

No?

Then do you know what a Son of Fortune is?

You’ll find out soon enough!

Cao Cheng pondered for a few seconds.

Then he said to Sister Ali, “Those mentors I mentioned earlier, the God of Song and the others, let’s temporarily not invite them.”

“Ah?” Sister Ali was stunned.

“According to the previous list, find the ones with the surnames Na, Yang, and Sun. Starting tomorrow, you begin the process of inviting these people, show the utmost sincerity, and invite them with great fanfare. Simultaneously, publicly announce that our new show will be made into the number one domestic music talent show, with 50 million yuan in appearance fees for each mentor.”

“Ah??” Sister Ali was dumbfounded.

“What?” Fourth Sister was also dumbfounded.

Cao Cheng said, “Not only should it be made into the number one, but we also need to let people unintentionally leak the news. Remember, it has to be unintentional, so that no one can find fault…”

“Just say that other variety show production companies produce garbage, that before Good Voice appears, they’re just dogs biting each other, and once Good Voice appears, it will unify the martial world, and all the dogs will die.”

“…” Sister Ali had the urge to resign.

“…” Fourth Sister knew that her stinky younger brother was going to cause trouble.

Sister Ali, ‘dazed,’ gulped down several mouthfuls of alcohol.

If Cao Cheng hadn’t later assured her that this was just a smokescreen, she would have been completely numb tonight.

Cao Cheng thought about his next plan, tapping his fingers on the desk, making a rhythmic tapping sound, thump-thump, thump-thump…

Symbolizing that these industry tycoons will be hit every time they move!

They don’t understand what capital is at all.

And they don’t understand what it means to be: Young Master Cao!