Chapter 46

"What does he want?"

In the general manager's office of Aiman Culture, Pei Pengbing looked at his brother-in-law, disbelieving his ears.

"He said he wants us to give him justice. Brother-in-law, that guy didn't fall for it."

Pei Pengbing was about to lose his mind.

Justice?

Can you eat it or wear it?

Isn't money better?

Don't comic artists always complain about being poor?

Why would he refuse money that was handed to him?

Was his brain squeezed by a door or kicked by a donkey?

Most importantly, if you don't want money, we recorded it for nothing!

Mai Xiaoyu's move was too ruthless. One recording involved so many people, setting a precedent.

Pei Pengbing planned to emulate Gusu Murong, using their methods against them. He would record Mai Zǐ asking for money, then use it to force Mai Zǐ to calm the situation, and finally expose the recording, ruining Mai Zǐ's reputation forever.

Women can be terrifying.

This move was suggested by Pei Pengbing's wife, Zhang Kai's sister. Last night, while the brothers-in-law were discussing in the study, the wife overheard and offered a brilliant plan, which they praised endlessly.

But damn, if Mai Zǐ doesn't want money but justice, is the recording still useful?

Justice...

Pei Pengbing's head hurt.

Zhang Kai asked, "Brother-in-law, what should we do? Should I find out where he lives and give him a good beating?"

"Are you crazy! If he gets hurt and the photos go online, not only will you lose your position, but I'll lose my position as the general manager of Aiman Culture!"

"It can't be that serious, right?"

"You know nothing! There are people in the upper management using this to pressure my sister and brother."

"That can't be true. Brother Jun is Chairman Ning's son-in-law; who would dare to pressure him?"

"My sister's surname is Ning, but there are many Nings. Her cousins and uncles, all of them, are eyeing her position as the director of human resources."

Large corporations are chaotic.

Family businesses are even more chaotic.

The relationships are too complex for Zhang Kai's limited intelligence to understand.

"What do you suggest we do?"

Pei Pengbing thought for a moment, "Give him justice."

"How? Really apologize to him?"

"Fat chance! Li Gang is the chief editor of 'Màn Màn Ài,' and he's heavy enough. Since the incident was caused by him, we'll start with him."

"But isn't he one of your people? He hasn't been short of showing respect during the holidays, and I've benefited from it too."

"He's a fence-sitter. Do you think he's doing this for anyone? My sister told me he's connected with Ning Shibin."

"Damn! Doesn't he know Ning Shibin and Brother Jun don't get along?" Zhang Kai was furious, "Let's get rid of him, make him leave!"

Pei Pengbing smiled sinisterly, "Just making him leave isn't enough. If we're going to deal with him, we'll finish him off. This will give Mai Zǐ justice and serve as a warning to others, so no one dares to betray us."

"Brilliant, Brother-in-law! If you were born in the Three Kingdoms, what would Zhuge Liang do?"

"Idiot, how many times have I told you, Zhuge Liang's surname is Zhuge!"

"Ha ha, it's the same, it's the same." Zhang Kai scratched his head indifferently, "What if Mai Zǐ changes his mind?"

He won't!

Pei Pengbing had his judgment.

From the poker game in Japan to now, Mai Zǐ has never publicly shown his face.

Pei Pengbing understood this as: Mai Zǐ doesn't dare to offend Aiman Culture too much, and he certainly doesn't dare to completely break ties.

Dealing with Li Gang will give Mai Zǐ justice and save face. What else can he do?

Nowadays, it's all about win-win. Making things too difficult benefits no one.

"Too lenient on that guy!"

Zhang Kai was still angry about Mai Xiaoyu hanging up on him dozens of times. Pei Pengbing smiled sinisterly, "Lenient? Once this is over, find someone to beat him to death!"

...

10:30 AM.

Mengren Film.

General Manager's Office.

"Ten years ago,

I didn't know you, you didn't belong to me,

We were still the same, accompanying a stranger,

Walking down the streets that gradually became familiar,

..."

The computer was playing Su Youpeng's "Ten Years." Wang Xiaoxing and Zhang Xiaoquan leaned in, staring at the screen as Mai Xiaoyu opened the six major music websites in China, occasionally exclaiming in surprise.

"Ten Years," Su Youpeng's latest single!

At midnight last night, Starlight Records simultaneously released "Ten Years" on the six major music websites in China, immediately causing a热烈反响, and receiving enthusiastic praise from fans.

Ten hours later, the song had already entered the top ten on all six music websites, with the highest ranking at fifth place, and its popularity was still rising. Various media outlets were vying to report on it, and many well-known musicians were supporting it. Numerous celebrities in the entertainment industry were congratulating Su Youpeng.

In short, it was a huge hit!

"The first line is a grammatical error, and this song can still be a hit... If I had known the music industry was so unprofessional, I would have written songs too." Wang Xiaoxing muttered to himself.

Zhang Xiaoquan picked up on something, "Bastard, what do you mean? Is there something I don't know?"

Wang Xiaoxing then explained in detail how Mai Xiaoyu had set up Su Youpeng, leaving Zhang Xiaoquan regretful and complaining that they didn't include him.

That's Su Youpeng!

A big star!

It feels great to have him in the fold!

Wang Xiaoxing sneered, "You're so busy, the chief photographer of Shengshi."

"Huh, jealous? Jealousy won't help, my skills are here!"

"Hmph!" Wang Xiaoxing ignored him and said to Mai Xiaoyu, "Boss, I think it's a bit of a waste."

With "Ten Years" being such a hit, Wang Xiaoxing felt it was a waste to give it to Su Youpeng for a vague favor. It would be better to keep it for the company and use it to launch a new singer, making a fortune.

Hearing this, Zhang Xiaoquan also thought Mai Xiaoyu's plan was a bit flawed.

Mengren is no longer a fraud; it's officially entering the entertainment industry. With only Liu Tao as a signed artist, who gained some popularity through the Dove and Xiao Hong advertisements, using "Ten Years" to launch a new singer would be a beautiful thing.

Look, look, the ranking is rising again!

"You two are nuts!"

Mai Xiaoyu mercilessly crushed their wild ideas.

The popularity of "Ten Years" isn't just because of the song, but also because of the singer!

Su Youpeng is popular, and Starlight Records is promoting him heavily. Plus, "Ten Years" is a great song, which is why it's so popular.

Not to mention, the fans are coming for Su Youpeng, and Starlight Records has used a lot of resources, publicity, and connections... How many of those can Mengren Film do now?

And a new singer?

Who knows you?

Mai Xiaoyu's words left Wang and Zhang speechless.

After a long pause, Wang Xiaoxing said, "Alright, Boss, I admit your analysis is professional, but I feel bad about the song."

What's there to feel bad about?

In my strange dreams, there are plenty of good songs.

With "Ten Years" as a test, if needed in the future, I can bring out more great songs!

Mai Xiaoyu smiled but said nothing. Wang Xiaoxing continued, "I still think we're at a loss. This isn't about setting up Old Su; it's about giving him a free meal."

Zhang Xiaoquan agreed, "Yeah, Fish, don't end up losing more than you gain and ruining your reputation."

"I said this time it's about getting Old Su's favor, and he's a good person, not the type to bite the hand that feeds him." As he spoke, Mai Xiaoyu took out his phone, "Before you came in, he just called me and invited me to dinner tonight."