"Zhang Yiming agreed, but he has to wait until he has arranged the work on Jiujiu.com before he can join ByteDance."
On the phone, Zeng Liqing reported truthfully.
"When is expected?"
Lu Fei stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, looking at the blue sky casually, "Time waits for no one."
"About the end of the year, he said that at least the cooperation between Jiujiu.com and Sunac will get off to a good start. It seems that he will develop a new real estate agency sales APP." Zeng Liqing replied.
"I know it's called 'Anjia'."
Lu Fei smacked his lips and said, "Well, let's start the company first. We can't let everyone wait for him to get in place. Starting from the algorithm push mechanism of 'Today's Toutiao', the technical team is very good at this aspect. When the time comes, we can Let Zhang Yiming take over."
"Yes, Mr. Lu!"
Zeng Liqing is concerned about ByteDance, but Penguin, like Feigou, has taken a share and is also one of the cornerstone investors.
The two then chatted about Penguin Entertainment games, and then slowly talked about the TV series that Penguin Video has invested heavily in this year.
"The Story of Ancient Swords" has already been linked to the Han and Tang Dynasties. There is no doubt that the male and female protagonists are Hu Ge and Yang Mi. They can also use the gimmick of "reappearance of the screen CP of "Sword and Sword 3"".
But there was something wrong with "Nirvana in Fire".
"Which part?"
Lu Fei frowned.
"On the production side, Hou Hongliang is on the team. I hope to find my old club Shanying. The best director can be my old partner, Kong Sheng." Zeng Liqing asked, "Mr. Lu, what do you think?"
"Satisfy him, but agree with him that the main actors must obey the arrangements of Han and Tang Dynasties." Lu Fei added.
"Hou Hongliang has no objection to this, but he is interested in setting up a film and television production company called 'Noon Sunshine' and asked us if we are willing to invest?" Zeng Liqing couldn't help but laugh.
Let’s leave this matter to the Strategic Investment Department. "
Lu Fei said a few more words and hung up the phone.
After putting down the phone for a while, Sun Hongjun called immediately, and the call came in an urgent tone——
"Mr. Lu, according to the information Lao Guo has inquired about, the Xiang Party has reached a consensus and drafted a sanctions plan against Logic, Huawei, Yangtze Memory, and SMIC. The specific content is still under investigation, but there is no release. Surprisingly, a bill will be introduced in the House of Representatives soon.”
"I will go to the United States in a while."
Lu Fei paced back and forth.
Sun Hongjun vaguely guessed, "Mr. Lu, you don't want to prevent this bill from passing the House of Representatives, do you?"
"I've always had this idea in my mind."
Lu Fei said bluntly: "Although the Elephant Party controls the House of Representatives, it is not impossible at all. Let's talk about the Donkey Party first. The butt determines the head. Both parties have always opposed for the sake of opposition. The Donkey Party can fight for it. The key is The question is whether we can win over the centrists of the Elephant Party. As long as we can win three members, we will be able to achieve a tie, but that may not necessarily lead to the passage of the plan."
"Mr. Lu, is this okay?"
Sun Hongjun was stunned.
"I'm not sure, but I have to try anyway."
Lu Fei touched his chin, "Anyway, we are well prepared at home and in Europe. Even if this fails, it will not affect the overall situation. But if it succeeds, it will not affect us, Huawei, and all the companies involved." It’s all good things.”
Sun Hongjun agreed. Only Mr. Lu dared to say this. For others, it was simply a daydream.
"What I'm most worried about right now is that if we are hit by sanctions, Samsung and Apple will definitely take the opportunity to counterattack and seize our market share. Although the American market will certainly not be able to hold on, we can't let them get too happy."
Lu Fei's face sank: "How is the progress of our lawsuit with Samsung? Has the result of the first trial not been released yet?"
"The verdict is coming out soon. Basically we will win. Samsung needs to compensate us US$1.05 billion."
Sun Hongjun said: "However, Samsung will definitely be dissatisfied and will file an appeal when the time comes. We must prepare for the second round of litigation."
"If he doesn't accept it, then continue beating him until he accepts it!"
Lu Fei smiled coldly. In addition to instructing him to continue to apply for an import restriction order from ICT, it would no longer be 60 days, but 90 days. He also had to play a second card, which was the infringement claim for tablet computers.
"We have prepared materials and can file a lawsuit in court at any time. Samsung 'stole' the creativity and design of KindlePad, and we are seeking at least US$2.5 billion in compensation."
Sun Hongjun said with a smile: "And we will apply to the ICT to stop Samsung from selling related tablet products in the United States."
"Not enough, not enough. What's the situation in other countries besides the United States?" Lu Fei's eyes were filled with murderous intent.
"The UK and France have not yet come out with a result, and the German court will soon issue an injunction prohibiting Samsung from selling and promoting infringing mobile phones and tablets in Germany." Sun Hongjun reported on the logic and Samsung's global legal battles one by one, "Neon aspect" , we submitted a lawsuit to the Tokyo District Court, claiming 100 million yen from Samsung, and requested the court to issue an injunction to prohibit Samsung from selling infringing products in Neon. Japanese companies such as Toshiba, Elpida, and Sony saw retaliation against Samsung. opportunity, I’d be happy to lend a hand.”
"I have said that the friendship between China and Japan depends on the stick."
Lu Fei's lips curled up.
"However, Samsung is not sitting still. In addition to countersuing us in courts around the world, it is assisting TSMC, collecting evidence, accusing the two doctors of violating the non-competition agreement, and Fuxin infringing on TSMC's technology patents, asking us to be the second Chinese company. Core." Sun Hongjun reminded in a serious tone.
"What is supposed to come will still come. They will fight theirs and we will fight ours. How is the mass production of the 32nm process going?"
Lu Fei took a sip of wolfberry, red dates and chrysanthemum tea, which was a great tonic!
"Dr. Liang said that it can be completed in May or June at the earliest, but it is still slower than TSMC. TSMC seems to be completing 28nm mass production soon, and has invited Jiang Shangyi back from Samsung to restart the advanced packaging project, which is to develop CoWoS technology."
Sun Hongjun said thankfully: "But fortunately, we were earlier and developed more cost-effective InFO technology."
"Don't be careless. Zhang Zhongmou called Jiang Shangyi back to TSMC. It's impossible just for advanced packaging. Don't forget, the pioneer general of TSMC's attack on SMIC is this Jiang Shangyi."
Lu Fei's expression slowly became serious.
"What Mr. Lu said is that, at least in terms of advanced packaging, we will not let him get his wish. InFO technology surpasses Samsung's exclusive PoP packaging in terms of chip performance and cost performance. As soon as it comes out, I believe that it will make Fuxin from Samsung, TSMC, and Intel have taken a lot of orders."
"Um."
Lu Fei's frown eased, and after instructing him to keep an eye on the movements of Elpida and TSMC, he put down his phone.
Just then, news popped up on the screen.
“Chinese-language films shine at the Berlin Film Festival!”
"'Hello! Mr. Tree' lost in the east and gained in the mulberry tree. It was a pity that it lost the Golden Bear, but it won the Double Silver Bear, the Jury Prize and the Best Actor Award. It became the biggest winner of this film festival."
"Wang Baoqiang, Mr. Shu made him a god, and was undisputedly elected as the Berlin Best Actor, and he is the first Berlin Best Actor in China!"
"..."
Looking at the news related to the Berlin Film Festival, Lu Fei was surprised, but not surprised. "Mr. Tree" needs a back door?
Just as I was thinking about it, I suddenly received a text message from Zeng Li——
They set off to return home!
The next day, the afterglow of the setting sun shone on a villa on the outskirts of Beijing. This place was secluded, safe, and private.
"Ding dong!"
The doorbell rang and the door opened.
Zeng Li was wearing a woolen coat and scarf. She was standing at the door when she saw Lu Fei holding a bouquet of red roses with a playful smile.
"Producer Zeng worked hard."
"Virtue!"
Zeng Li accepted the flowers with a smile. She thought she was just celebrating the success of her trip to Berlin, but she didn't expect that the room was enveloped in a romantic and ambiguous atmosphere, and a candlelight dinner was set up in the restaurant.
"It's not okay for you to be in Berlin on Valentine's Day. We have to make up for it." Lu Fei winked, "right, senior sister?"
Zeng Li stood blankly holding the flower in her arms. Lu Fei grabbed her hand and led her to the living room before she came to her senses.
"Should I take a shower first or eat first..."
Lu Fei smiled and said, "Should you eat me first?"
"Take a shower." Zeng Li glared angrily.
"Shall I wash with you?" Lu Fei blinked his right eye playfully.
"You can wash whenever you want, no one can stop you."
Zeng Li pecked his face, then ran up to the second floor. After a while, the sound of water being discharged came from the bathroom.
"Yuanyuan said she would hold a grand celebration banquet for our creative team. It seems that everyone from the Han and Tang Dynasties will attend."
"After all, "Hello! Mr. Tree" was the first film from the Han and Tang Dynasties to win a major award at an international film festival, and it won a record-breaking award like the 'Berlin Best Actor'."
Lu Fei was lying in the bathtub, his face full of contentment.
"We are also surprised that Bao Qiang can win this award. It is really exciting. It is said that "A Separation" was only one vote away."
Zeng Li excitedly shared: "Now Baoqiang is going to have a big win!" She was not disappointed because she didn't win the Berlin Best Actress. After all, she had gained a lot, just through the Berlin Film Market, "Hello!" Mr. Tree" has been sold to 11 countries.
It sold for seven to eight million US dollars, and the cost has long been recovered.
"What are your plans next?"
Lu Fei rubbed her wet collarbone.
Zeng Li looked back and smiled, "Well, I'm not too young now, and there will be fewer and fewer roles suitable for me. China's market for heroine movies and TV series is not as big as that of the United States and Japan. I thought about it, Just borrow "Hello Mr. Tree" and slowly transform into a producer, what do you think?"
"Of course, but senior sister, how about you be more courageous and not only produce but also direct your next movie?"
The corners of Lu Fei's mouth rose slightly.
"Me? Director?"
Zeng Li was stunned.
"For the project of "To Youth", the director was originally set to be Xue Xiaolu, but now she has to film "Breakup Contract", which is too busy for one person. You can co-direct with her."
Lu Fei laughed and said, "In this film, Yang Mi and Shishi play the first and second female lead, and Huiqing Wangfei comes out to record the theme song for the movie. How about it? Have you ever been interested in becoming a director?"
"But I have no experience."
Zeng Li was both excited and guilty.
"Hey, what are you afraid of? You are not co-directing with Xue Xiaolu, she will help you, and the opportunity is rare. "To Youth" is going to be the first youth-themed movie." Lu Fei encouraged.
"In case of failure..."
Zeng Li was extremely confused.
"Sister, I'm going to criticize you. Where did your courage go when you made "Hello! Mr. Tree"? You are a producer who just won the Berlin Film Festival Jury Prize!"
Lu Fei encouraged her.
"It's different. I'm just a producer and an actor."
Zeng Li shook her head and laughed.
"Don't underestimate yourself. You don't even know how much energy you have in your body. Don't think about whether you will make money."
Lu Fei said angrily: "Even if you lose, it doesn't matter. I can witness your infinite potential being stimulated. That is my honor!"
"This sounds touching, but why is it so awkward?"
Zeng Li's eyes were filled with mist.
"Stop being awkward, just say whether you want it or not?"
Lu Fei held her chin and kissed her to gain some courage.
"Since you believe in me so much, then I'll give it a try."
Zeng Liwei said: "But I don't have much time. "Pacific Rim" is about to start filming, and "Avengers" will be released in May. I have to cooperate with the global premiere."
"There is always time to squeeze in. Let's talk to Yuanyuan about how to arrange it specifically." Lu Fei said with a smile.
Zeng Li nodded and kissed her back.
After a long time, the lips parted.
Lu Fei smiled: "Speaking of the Avengers premiere, I have to go then."
"Really!" Zeng Li said in surprise.
"Take Xia Xia, how about we go to the United States to celebrate May Day?" Lu Fei said into her ear.
Zeng Li showed a happy smile.
"I thought about it. Since you want to be a producer and director, you must have your own production team." Lu Fei rolled his eyes. "It just so happens that Hou Hongliang is going to start a production company recently. You can invest appropriately."
"That Hou Hongliang from Shanying?" Zeng Li asked.
"Well, he is filming a customized IP drama for Penguin."
In Lu Fei's imagination, the Empress of the East Palace and the Empress of the West Palace are backed by video websites such as iQiyi and Penguin Video, which are enough to remain invincible in the traffic era.
"I've thought about this too. I'm going to cooperate with the First Film Festival like Andy Lau to launch a support program for young directors and use a sum of money to support them. If there are any suitable ones, they can sign up to my studio." Zeng Li smiled.
"That's right, you can also cooperate with iQiyi. iQiyi also has a similar plan, specifically looking for young directors who have no funds, no platform, and no team, especially those who like to shoot suspense and criminal investigations, and support them to make online dramas .”
"Web series?"
"Don't underestimate web dramas."
Lu Fei repeated what he told Liu Yifei.
Zeng Li's eyes lit up, "It's like you said, not only do I want to invest, but if possible, I also want to bring Shanghai Road to perform together."
"The status of you two is not suitable for the current web drama. Let's wait until the web drama develops in a few years. Then, I will find someone to be a guinea pig." Lu Fei's lips kept rising.
"who?"
"Liu Yifei, isn't her agent with you?"
"Yifei!?"
Zeng Li shook her head, "Although my agent made an appointment at my studio, I can force her to take the role, but it's not a good idea anyway. She will definitely not be willing to act in an online drama. After all, online dramas are so..."
"What if she agrees?"
Lu Fei smiled and said, "How about we make a bet?"
"What are you betting on? What bad intentions do you have?"
Zeng Li felt vaguely that something was wrong.
"Just bet..."
Lu Fei had a bad smile on his face, Jie Jie Jie!
(End of chapter)
