My capital is quite large.

Chapter 338 Universal Love

With the "The Coming One" project proposal passing with a high vote at Haofeng Film and Television Department, Haofeng's official Weibo account officially announced the production of this brand-new self-produced online variety show the next morning.

However, this very Weibo post, which carried the clarion call for Haofeng Films' counterattack, was met with a barrage of ridicule from netizens across the internet shortly after it was released.

"Hahahaha! Haofeng's really desperate! Seeing that other people's hip-hop is a hit, he scrambled to come up with this weird and nonsensical talent show overnight?"

"This is hilarious! What kind of 'magic voice' competition is this? A 'looks' competition? A 'songwriting' competition? They've started a talent show, and now they don't even compare singing ability anymore, they just compare looks? Then I could be the national champion too?!"

"This is a classic case of grasping at straws when desperate! Haofeng Film & Television might be ruining its reputation this time!"

Various sarcastic and questioning comments repeatedly flooded the comment section on Weibo.

However, this wave of fervent mockery did not last long on Weibo.

Less than ten minutes had passed.

The accounts that were most vocal in their criticism almost all received the same message: "[This account has been permanently banned and suspended for violating community rules]!"

This morning, netizens experienced firsthand what the power of capital truly means.

Haofeng's Weibo, if you translate it, isn't that Haofeng's Weibo?!

You're badmouthing someone's new project on their own turf?

That's like looking for shit in a toilet with a lantern—it's like searching for it!

......

Although Weibo reacted quickly and banned a large number of troll accounts that were stirring up trouble.

But this pessimistic and mocking public opinion did not stop.

Instead, due to the high-pressure crackdown, they were driven to WeChat groups, QQ groups, and various online forums.

Various screenshots and conspiracy theories are emerging in WeChat Moments, and the discussion is getting more and more heated.

This malicious mockery of "The Coming One" reached its climax during the broadcast of the second episode of "Dongda Hip Hop" on Tencent Video that night.

Countless viewers watching the live stream on Tencent Video flooded the chat with comments:

"Want to go watch Haofeng's face-gazing contest next door? Haha, I'd rather stay here and listen to that guy ask you if you have any freestyle!"

"I heard the guys next door don't even care if they sing well or not, lol, we're definitely got the hip-hop expertise!"

However, the noise that filled the air did not interrupt the production process of "The Coming One".

Having been in the entertainment industry for so long, Lao Han naturally understands the ironclad rule that "being famous even when you're not famous is still being famous, and having a lot of discussion means you're successful."

In just three days, the basic structure of the competition system, stage design, and audition channels for "The Coming One" was completed.

The only remaining issue is the list of mentors.

……

Jinling, Haofeng Group headquarters building, inside the president's office.

"Boss, this is the operational report for each department this week," Zhang Yuxi reported in a low voice while flipping through the tablet.

"The show 'The Rap of Dongda' on Tencent Video has been making a lot of noise online lately, and its popularity isn't going to die down anytime soon. To counter this, Lao Han from the film and television department has already made an emergency official announcement for 'The Coming One,' but the online feedback hasn't been good. Many people are saying that we're grasping at straws in our desperation..."

"Alright." Li Feng interrupted her report, clearly not taking the small-scale entertainment sector very seriously.

"What's the progress of the acquisition of TV Tokyo?"

Sensing her boss's impatience, Zhang Yuxi quickly composed herself and her fingers flew across the screen:

"The Investment and Mergers & Acquisitions Department stated in its report that TV Tokyo has been experiencing serious financial deficits and declining business performance in recent years, and is basically marginalized in the industry."

"Therefore, their equity acquisition through multiple nested structures of overseas Cayman companies did not encounter much resistance from the regulatory authorities or their internal board of directors."

"Mr. Zhao's idea is that the acquisition of that 20% stake can be completed in another half month at most."

Upon hearing that the acquisition was about to be completed, Li Feng nodded slightly.

"Okay, have Zhao Zhe keep a close eye on things, make sure nothing goes wrong."

What's the current situation with Watanabe Mayu?

Upon hearing the boss mention this name, Zhang Yuxi's expression turned somewhat strange.

She replied softly, "Boss, that person is very adamant, as if she's determined to retire from the industry. There's some concern in Tokyo; even if they offer her film and television resources, she might not cooperate."

Li Feng raised an eyebrow. He was used to seeing female celebrities pander to capital, but this was the first time he had heard of an artist who could resist such temptation.

He didn't quite believe it; was this person really that difficult to deal with?

"Are you sure you're not just waiting for a higher bidder to try and squeeze out more profit?"

Faced with the boss's questioning, Zhang Yuxi shook her head: "The team in Tokyo has confirmed it many times, and this person really has no intention of raising the price."

"This Mayu Watanabe joined the group as a third-generation member at the age of thirteen, and has dedicated almost all of her youth to the small theater stage in recent years."

"Because of the high intensity of the performances, she may have been on the verge of a mental breakdown. She probably really wants to retire and have a few years of peace and quiet."

Li Feng narrowed his eyes slightly: "What about her family structure? Tell me in detail."

Zhang Yuxi pulled up the artist profile from AKS and read it aloud softly:

"Mayu Watanabe's father was an ordinary employee at Signal Co., Ltd., her mother was a housewife, and she has two older sisters."

"What's most remarkable is that, almost ten years after her debut, she has no scandals or bad relationships."

Upon hearing this, Li Feng fell into deep thought.

Outside the towering floor-to-ceiling windows, the city of Nanjing appeared somewhat deserted in the twilight.

Seeing her boss deep in thought, Zhang Yuxi wisely shut her mouth, even breathing very softly, for fear of disturbing his train of thought.

Li Feng secretly made his own plans.

A girl born into an ordinary working-class family spent nearly ten years in a girl group at a young age.

Now that he's incredibly famous, he'd rather retire from the entertainment industry and go back to being an ordinary person when faced with the temptation of film and television opportunities.

This is enough to show that she is truly tired of this industry.

As for using other unconventional coercive methods, Li Feng believes he currently does not have a penchant for forcing women into prostitution.

You can't force a relationship to be happy. Since she really doesn't want to, there's no need to keep pestering her.

"Besides Watanabe, does that engineer named Hayata have anyone else he likes?"

Zhang Yuxi said helplessly, "They used to stick to Watanabe and wouldn't let go, but according to the middleman from Xiao Rizi's side, he seems to have developed some feelings for Maeda Atsuko these past few days, and also said that Oshima Yuko is not bad either."

"Pfft—haha!" Li Feng couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"That's truly the nature of a man."

"She was fixated on Watanabe before, but after just a few days she's become so promiscuous?"

However, Li Feng does not despise this behavior.

On the contrary, what he admires most are ambitious young people who yearn to realize their dreams.

"Acquire TV Tokyo as soon as possible, and then have the Tokyo branch contact Yuko Oshima and Atsuko Maeda."

Zhang Yuxi asked in surprise, "Have they been in contact?"

"As long as he's willing to spill the technical data on photoresist, let alone two!" Li Feng said with a disdainful look.

"Even if we drag all those so-called Seven Gods over to him, what's the big deal?"