Chapter 28

Because of the Macau gambling situation, the final box office results of "Young Master Dragon" in Japan became a focal point of attention for all parties involved.

Zou Daxing from Golden Harvest was the first to receive the total box office results for the first week in Japan: 2 million!

It has to be said, this was a miracle!

Stimulated by this good news, the "Young Master Dragon" production team rushed to Japan without a moment's delay to interact with fans and conduct the final promotional activities for the film!

Chen Long looked at the surging crowd outside the airport. They were waving their glow sticks and light sticks frantically, trying to catch the attention of the "Young Master Dragon" production team and their favorite stars. The vast majority of them were fans of JACKCHEN.

The atmosphere on the scene was incredibly intense, with fans occasionally letting out screams. Some female fans even declared their love to Chen Long on the spot.

With the help of the Japanese police, Chen Long and the others finally managed to get into the limousines.

Thanks to the vigorous promotion by Chen Long and the others, the box office of "Young Master Dragon" experienced a rare surge. Japanese audiences who had not seen "Young Master Dragon" were attracted to the cinemas by the large-scale promotional activities. Some loyal fans, in support of their idols, watched the film a second and even a third time!

The box office of "Young Master Dragon" in Japan climbed from 2 million to a terrifying 4 million!

"Young Master Dragon" successfully entered the top ten box office hits in Japan in 1982!

The unexpected popularity of "Young Master Dragon" in Japan also affected the local box office in Hong Kong. "Young Master Dragon," which had already been taken off the screens, was re-released due to the stimulation of the Japanese market!

Although the box office performance did not reach the expected level of popularity, it still grossed 1 million Hong Kong dollars!

8.5 million Hong Kong dollars!

Zou Daxing looked at the numbers in front of him with a pained expression!

The final box office results of "Young Master Dragon" in Japan had not yet been tallied, but Zou Daxing knew he had already lost!

According to the agreement, he needed to pay Wang Zhong 1.7 million Hong Kong dollars in box office dividends and 1 million Hong Kong dollars in consulting fees for 1982!

After all, "Young Master Dragon" had achieved an astonishing 8.5 million Hong Kong dollars in box office revenue!

After deducting the production costs, subsequent promotions, theater dividends, and the high taxes of the Hong Kong government, Golden Harvest was left with about 4 million Hong Kong dollars. But this 4 million was easily taken away by Wang Zhong, half of it!

Anyone would feel a twinge of pain at this!

Unlike the toothache of the movie mogul Zou Daxing, the mood of the Asian gambling king Stanley Ho was unusually bright.

The financial director had just informed him that "Young Master Dragon" had unexpectedly become a hit in Japan, and the Macau Casino had raked in 50 million Hong Kong dollars!

Rulan also looked at the ticket stub in her hand in a daze. 1 to 21, this small piece of paper was actually worth 21 million Hong Kong dollars!

"Wang Zhong was actually right!"

Li Zhongkai looked at the newspaper in disbelief, afraid he had read it wrong. He read the newspaper carefully again, and he swore that from childhood to adulthood, he had never read a newspaper so seriously.

"10.5 million Hong Kong dollars, I've become a millionaire!"

After confirming the authenticity of the news, Li Zhongkai's face turned slightly red with excitement.

"Kai, how can you be so disrespectful!"

Li Chao, putting down his knife and fork, looked at his youngest son with displeasure.

"Second brother, Father often teaches us not to talk during meals or sleep!"

Li Zhongze was also displeased. The Li family was a prominent family, so they naturally had strict rules.

"Father, I've made a fortune, a fortune! 'Young Master Dragon' has become a hit in Japan, with a total box office of over 9 million! The 500,000 Hong Kong dollars I bet a few days ago has multiplied 21 times!"

Li Zhongkai ignored his older brother Li Zhongze and said excitedly to Li Chao.

"That young man was actually right!"

Li Chao was also surprised.

"10.5 million!"

Li Zhongze looked at Li Chao with a hint of envy. Li Chao's preference for his second son was no secret in Hong Kong's upper class. Although Li Zhongze did not say anything, he felt very uncomfortable inside.

If he had participated in the gambling, he would have certainly received a scolding from Li Chao. But Li Zhongkai's participation in the bet not only did not earn him a scolding, but Li Chao seemed to have known about it all along.

"Arrange a time to invite Master Wang to check the feng shui of the Australian villa!"

Li Chao wiped his mouth with a napkin and said casually.

"Yes, sir, I will arrange it!"

The butler nodded in response.

"Amazing Prediction, Master Wang Zhong, the God-like Master!"

"9.5 million in total, 'Young Master Dragon' unexpectedly becomes a hit!"

"Bet 1 million, win 21 million, the most insane bet!"

"With astonishing predictive abilities, Wang Zhong officially enters the millionaire hall!"

"Breaking News, Asia's Richest Man Li Chao invites Wang Zhong to check feng shui!"

"Asia's Gambling King Stanley Ho, Wang Zhong is the most insane young man I've ever met!"

"Emerging Noble in Hong Kong's Feng Shui and Prediction World—Wang Zhong!"

"Richest Feng Shui Master, Wang Zhong!"

"Trust me, I'll make you earn 21 times!"

"Admitting defeat, Wang Zhong will serve as Golden Harvest's chief consultant with a million-dollar salary!"

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Without a doubt, today's front pages of all major newspapers were reserved for Wang Zhong!

Those who believed in Wang Zhong, to varying degrees, made some money. But many more were filled with regret!

If "A Chinese Odyssey" had already been released, everyone would certainly say, "If God gives me another chance, I will definitely say, 'I believe you.' If I must give this trust a time limit, it would be 10,000 years!"

Unfortunately, life cannot be relived.

This bet was destined to become a regret for many!

The phone at Wang Zhong's feng shui and prediction studio kept ringing. People who could only be seen in financial magazines were humbly speaking, just to get an early appointment with Wang Zhong!

With a total box office of 9.5 million, just short of the 10 million mark, Golden Harvest held a grand celebration banquet.

Not only were all the prominent figures in Hong Kong's entertainment industry invited, but also many industry tycoons and financial experts who were rarely seen.

Zou Daxing mobilized all his connections, determined to outshine the celebration banquet held by his old rival Shaw Brothers last year!

Although a formal invitation was required to attend the banquet, this did not stop the paparazzi, known as the "unofficial kings" of Hong Kong's entertainment industry.

The paparazzi infiltrated the celebration banquet in various disguises, and the hidden cameras occasionally made a soft clicking sound.

Chen Long, who had made a comeback, looked at Wang Zhong with gratitude, frequently raising his glass to express his thanks.

Zou Daxing's eyes were squinted, making him look like a laughing Buddha, occasionally chatting with familiar guests.

Guests who knew each other gathered in small groups, chatting and socializing.

The brothers Xiang Qiang and Xiang Sheng were definitely a different breed among the guests. Although they had entered Hong Kong's upper class, they were often criticized due to their criminal background.

Many tycoons were willing to deepen their relationships with them.

However, the two brothers had no friends around them, looking particularly awkward and lonely.

"Damn it, one day I'll throw them all into the sea!"

Xiang Sheng said angrily.

"Shut up!"

Xiang Qiang's face was stern as he scolded.

"How many times have I told you, we've already cleaned up, we're no longer the violent gangsters we used to be!"

"Black is black, no matter how much you clean, it's still black!"

Xiang Sheng muttered.

"Then we'll clean more, until we're completely white."

Xiang Qiang swirled his wine glass, the red wine emitting an enticing aroma.

"What if people still think we're black?"

Xiang Sheng asked, somewhat不服气 (unconvinced).

"Then we'll use our fists to make them recognize the difference between black and white again!"

Xiang Qiang said with a domineering air.

Fortunately, their awkwardness did not last long.

They encountered another pair of awkward people, Wang Zhong and Rulan!

Wang Zhong and Rulan were definitely new faces in Hong Kong's entertainment industry and upper class, so they had no familiar friends. Although Chen Long and Zou Daxing were willing to take care of them, they were the main guests of the banquet and could not spare the time, only giving them a sympathetic glance.

"Hello, Mr. Xiang! I am Wang Zhong!"

Wang Zhong extended his right hand in a friendly manner and shook hands with the brothers Xiang Qiang and Xiang Sheng.

"Hello, Mr. Wang!"

Xiang Qiang's stern face broke into a smile as he greeted him warmly.

"Do you know me, Mr. Xiang?"

Wang Zhong asked, somewhat surprised.

"Of course, Mr. Wang is now a prominent figure in Hong Kong and Taiwan!"

Xiang Qiang raised his glass, speaking with grace. Xiang Qiang had a refined appearance, and it was hard to associate him with a gang leader just by looking at him.

Wang Zhong remembered that in his previous life, he had seen Xiang Qiang's Purple Star Astrology chart, which showed a life marked by the Seven Killers, Greedy Wolf, and Breaker, indicating a violent nature. If he did not join the military or police, he would end up in the underworld!