Chapter 97

Not only did Zou Wenhui come, but not long after Zou Wenhui and He Guanchang arrived, Shao Dahan also came with Fang Yihua. www.

These two enemies, who clearly hated each other, always seemed to end up together whenever something happened. However, Wu Cheng wasn't worried that his screening would be ruined by these two old men.

They were all important figures, and they still had to maintain their dignity.

After them, Wu Cheng saw that the entire Wu family had come. This was, after all, Wu Cheng's first personally directed film, and it was only natural that the Wu family would show up at the old man's call. What Wu Cheng didn't expect was that as soon as the old man arrived, he pulled Wu Cheng aside and started asking questions, but not about the film. Instead, he asked about Zhang Guorong and Wu Shulan.

"Xiao Cheng, what do you think of that young man, Ten? Does Alan say you agree?"

Wu Cheng smiled inwardly, realizing that the old man, despite his casual words, was actually nervous!

Seeing the smile on Wu Cheng's face, the old man sighed lightly, "If Alan gets married, do you know what will happen? Her elders will definitely make her hand over the 'Urban Entertainment News.' If they go to that young man and say that if he doesn't let Alan hand over the 'Urban Entertainment News,' it means he's after her money. What do you think will happen then?"

Wu Cheng laughed, "When you gave the 'Urban Entertainment News' to Alan, didn't you already explain everything to them? Are they just jealous because Alan has achieved something?"

"Ah! A married daughter is like water that has been thrown out. Do you think they would be willing for Alan to marry an outsider with such a large asset? Wu Mingquan shook his head and sighed again, 'At the time, it was just to save trouble, but now that they don't recognize it, what can Alan say? If the 'Urban Entertainment News' doesn't have Alan in charge, it will eventually be ruined by them. Xiao Cheng, think of a way to make them stop!'

"Isn't there still Wu Wu and Wu Wen?"

"Facing such a large asset, could they not be tempted?"

Faced with this situation, what could Wu Cheng say besides 'hehe'?

"What does Alan think about this?"

"She is young and hot-tempered. When her two uncles brought up this matter, she angrily said she would leave with nothing, which now gives them a handle to use against her..."

"Big Uncle, what do you think? Are you also a bit reluctant?"

Wu Mingquan, taken aback by Wu Cheng's question, finally pointed at him and smiled bitterly, "You little rascal, you're actually putting me in a difficult position here!"

He paused and then said firmly, "Of course, I am a bit reluctant. But a person must be trustworthy! Once a word is spoken, it's like water that has been thrown out; it can't be easily taken back. Besides, if it weren't for your involvement, the 'Urban Entertainment News' would probably have closed long ago. In a way, this is all Alan's due, and I have no regrets."

"Then that's settled! As long as you stand up and say a word, who else can say anything?"

Wu Mingquan shook his head, "This is a last resort. Otherwise, how can the family be peaceful in the future? If they see that I am soft-hearted, they will come crying and making a fuss, and my life will be ruined!"

Wu Cheng laughed and said, "Actually, there is a solution, but it will make Alan suffer... However, since she has already said she will leave with nothing, it's clear she doesn't care about the money. How about this: I will buy the 'Urban Entertainment News,' and the money will be split between Alan and the family. This way, they will have nothing to say, right!"

"You buy it? Where will you get the money?"

"Right now, I don't have the money, but I will have it next year. I can owe the family the money for now. Do you think they won't trust my ability to pay back? As long as they don't think I'm too greedy!"

"Do they have the nerve to say that?" Wu Mingquan sneered and then sighed, "I just feel a bit guilty towards Alan..."

Wu Cheng shook his head and said, "I'll talk to her!"

Wu Cheng looked for Wu Shulan and found that she was being pulled aside by her father, and it seemed they were having an unpleasant conversation.

Wu Cheng walked over and greeted Wu Zhiliang with a smile, "Big Brother, what's going on?"

"Xiao Cheng, you came just in time. Come and persuade your big brother. He keeps scolding Alan, but she is such a good girl!" His wife pulled Wu Cheng and glared at Wu Zhiliang, but in their family, she actually had no real status. In families like theirs, women had low status.

"Xiao Cheng, it's not that I don't understand, but things must be done step by step! Marriage is a big deal, how can it be taken lightly? They've only been dating for less than two months and are already talking about marriage. It's like children playing house! Could it be any more casual?" Wu Zhiliang frowned, and if they weren't in a theater, he might have scolded his daughter.

Wu Shulan pouted stubbornly, clearly unconvinced.

Wu Cheng pulled Wu Zhiliang and smiled, "Big Brother, if you're worried about Alan being deceived, there's no need. I have a very high opinion of Ah Rong. He is ambitious, loyal, and has a good temper. He is not the kind of person who would do anything dishonorable. I trust him!"

Wu Zhiliang sighed and looked at Wu Cheng, "Xiao Cheng, do you know how much is at stake with Alan's marriage?"

Wu Cheng shook his head, wanting to ask, "What do you think? Are you also trying to take her assets?" But he didn't ask, knowing it would be too hurtful.

"Big Brother, what if I buy the newspaper at its valuation? As the CEO, Alan should get half, and the other half can go to the family. What do you think?" Wu Cheng looked at his big brother and said, "If it's okay, we can discuss it with the others tonight. But I also hope the family can learn from this and write everything down clearly in the future to avoid disputes."

Wu Zhiliang and his wife were a bit embarrassed but finally nodded.

After they left, Wu Cheng looked at Wu Shulan, who smiled bitterly and lowered her head.

Wu Cheng sighed, "Are you disappointed with the family?"

Wu Shulan nodded and then shook her head, "I understand their thoughts. I can't blame them for being a woman. But what really disappoints me is my big brother. He started this, thinking I am a woman and a 'water that has been thrown out,' and he is very upset that I am marrying with such a large asset."

"A Qiang!?"

"Surprised, aren't you?" Wu Shulan smiled bitterly, "He is truly a failure! No wonder Grandfather doesn't want to hand the family business to such a playboy!"

"Did you hear what I said? What do you think? Are you willing?"

Wu Shulan shook her head, "What can I do if I'm not willing? They might give me 20-30% at best, but half is impossible. It doesn't matter anyway. If I leave with nothing, I can still help my little uncle manage a company. He has so many companies, there should be a position for me!"

"There will be a position, but I still hope you stay at the 'Urban Entertainment News.' Wu Cheng smiled, "In my plan, the newspaper is a key part. With you in charge, I don't need to start from scratch. Otherwise, I would have started a newspaper myself. Controlling the media is essential for an entertainment company."

"If I had known this, my little uncle might as well have started a new one!" Wu Shulan's eyes brightened, and she looked up, "But it's not too late now!"

Wu Cheng laughed, "Do you want the people of Hong Kong to see our family's embarrassment?"

Wu Shulan stuck out her tongue and smiled bitterly again.

"Alright, don't look like that. Starting over would take a lot of effort, after all, things are different now." Wu Cheng smiled, "I was worried you might think I was taking advantage of you!"

"My little uncle is a living Buddha who saves people from suffering! How could you be taking advantage of me? I am grateful! Otherwise, with my personality, I would definitely leave with nothing!"

Wu Cheng nodded, "Estimate the value of half the newspaper's shares. You must insist on half and not back down. You must fight for what you deserve!"

"My little uncle, what do you mean?"

"I only need half the shares of the newspaper, the rest will still be yours!" Wu Cheng smiled, "When you and Rong Shao really get married, I will give you a big gift!"

Just then, Zou Wenhui and He Guanchang came over, and He Guanchang laughed, "I was wondering where Ah Cheng had gone! As the host, you left the guests alone!"

Wu Cheng raised his glass and laughed, "I apologize, I apologize. It's really too much for you two to take time out of your busy schedules to support me. Please forgive me!"

Zou Wenhui's lips twitched. If he didn't want to further deteriorate his relationship with Wu Cheng, he would have left immediately. This guy is just so annoying!

But He Guanchang, with his good temper, laughed, "No problem, no problem. Actually, we came to ask Ah Cheng if there is any opportunity for cooperation between our two families."

Wu Cheng couldn't help but laugh, "There is certainly an opportunity for cooperation, but it depends on whether Boss Zou is willing to hand over the overseas distribution rights to us at East Dragon!"

At this, Boss Zou could only 'hehe' and then found an excuse to leave!

But just then, Shao Dahan walked over, seemingly to annoy Zou Wenhui, and smiled at Wu Cheng, "Xiao Cheng, we have another opportunity for cooperation!"

Zou Wenhui, hearing this, paused and gave He Guanchang a look before quickly leaving. He Guanchang, however, was left with a bitter smile.

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