147: Chapter 148 Qianda Cinema

"Hehe, it's just a saying, describing you as wealthy and unmarried," the man explained with a smile.

Remembering something, the man rubbed his hands and said to Jiang Jing, "Mr. Jiang, could you teach me a trick or two?" He looked fawning, "Your flirting skills are absolutely top-notch!"

Jiang Jing leaned back in his seat and said lazily, "Actually, it's quite simple—"

"First, you need to have money."

"Second, you need to be handsome."

"Finally, just wave your hand, and women will naturally come to you."

The man: "..."

Is that even something a human would say?

Looking at the man's constipated expression, Jiang Jing laughed heartily and patted his shoulder, "Just kidding. Actually, I'm a straight guy, and I really don't know any flirting secrets..."

He lowered his voice, feigning mystery, "The key is to make them feel that you are good to them."

The man looked dumbfounded, "How exactly?"

Jiang Jing smiled without answering, extending his thumb and index finger to rub them together.

The man was stunned, then nodded with a wry smile, "That's true indeed..."

After a bit of idle chatter, Jiang Jing closed his eyes, preparing to complete the lucky draw.

"System, open the small gift box."

He recited silently in his heart, and the familiar golden gift box immediately appeared in his mind, slowly opening.

[Congratulations to the host for obtaining 100% shares of Qianda Film!]

"Oh?" Jiang Jing was stunned. This thing, just like the Tencent shares, was definitely not cheap.

Qianda Film, the leader in domestic cinema chains, owns thousands of theaters.

Although the group's industry has suffered crises in recent years, a starving camel is still bigger than a horse. Moreover... this is the power to control film scheduling; the scale of Qianda's cinema chain is not small.

"Interesting." Just as he was about to check the detailed information, his phone suddenly vibrated.

A strange number appeared on the screen. Jiang Jing had a premonition and pressed the answer button.

"Hello, greetings."

A calm and slightly weathered male voice came from the other end of the line, "Mr. Jiang, I've long admired your name! This is Wang Jiansen."

It was him, indeed.

Jiang Jing's lips curled slightly, his tone composed, "Mr. Wang, the pleasure is mine."

Old Wang's voice carried a hint of emotion, "I didn't expect Mr. Jiang to be so young. Truly a hero among youth! I am very relieved that Qianda Film can be taken over by you this time."

Jiang Jing chuckled, "Mr. Wang is too kind; I just have good luck."

"Hahaha, Mr. Jiang is too humble." Old Wang laughed heartily, then his tone became more serious, "To be honest, the current industry environment is poor, and there aren't many people willing to take over. That you, Mr. Jiang, are willing to acquire it at the original price is something I, Old Wang, will keep in mind."

Jiang Jing caught a piece of information—there aren't many people willing to acquire Qianda's assets at the original price right now.

Sensing the sincerity in Old Wang's words, Jiang Jing smiled and said, "It hasn't been easy for Mr. Wang to start this business. Qianda Film is an important pillar of the domestic cinema chain; I am just following the trend."

Old Wang was silent for a moment, then suddenly sighed, "Mr. Jiang, to be honest, I have been selling assets to pay off debts for the past few years, but the market is too cold. There really aren't many people like you who can take over so readily."

Jiang Jing's eyes flickered, hearing the helplessness in Old Wang's words.

This former richest man now has to cut off his own arm to survive, selling assets to save himself.

"Mr. Wang, the business world is like a battlefield; ups and downs are normal," Jiang Jing said in a calm tone, "With Qianda Film in my hands, I won't let it gather dust."

Upon hearing this, Old Wang's tone became significantly lighter, "With those words from Mr. Jiang, I am relieved! We can cooperate more in the future if there is an opportunity."

"Certainly."

The two chatted for a few more sentences, and Old Wang even said half-jokingly, "If Mr. Jiang is interested in Qianda Plaza, you can also come talk to me."

Jiang Jing smiled without answering.

After hanging up the phone, he leaned back in his seat and closed his eyes to rest.

The system panel appeared:

[The shares of Qianda Film have been completely transferred to the host's name; all legal procedures have been completed, and the group's management has been notified.]

Jiang Jing nodded slightly.

This acquisition not only gave him control over the largest cinema chain resources in the country but also meant that his influence in the entertainment industry had further increased.

"Next..." He narrowed his eyes, looking at the city silhouette gradually approaching outside the window.

"It's time for the show to begin..."

When Jiang Jing got off the plane, he waved to Yao Shuting behind him. She secretly looked around, raised her hand to her chest, and waved gently.

Just after sending a message to Leng Ba that he had gotten off the plane, her call came in, saying that her assistant was already waiting at the airport entrance.

Jiang Jing hung up Leng Ba's call and scanned the parking lot.

Soon, a low-key black Mercedes-Benz S-Class slowly stopped in front of him. The window rolled down, revealing the face of a young, capable-looking woman.

"Mr. Jiang, I am Ms. Leng Ba's assistant, Xiao Lin. Please get in."

Jiang Jing nodded slightly, opened the car door, and sat in the back seat.

The leather seats were soft and comfortable, and the car was filled with a faint scent of sandalwood, clearly meticulously maintained.

Jiang Jing leaned back in his seat, fingers tapping lightly on the armrest, silently calculating in his heart.

"Traveling alone is indeed a bit beneath my status..."

Jiang Yan would be a perfect candidate—high looks, strong ability, and reliable in getting things done.

Unfortunately, she has too many things to deal with right now and really cannot split herself in two.

It seems I need to find a new assistant as soon as possible...

—Preferably a beautiful woman.

—Good figure, excellent temperament, high emotional intelligence; someone who brings face when taken out and is pleasant to work with.

...

The car drove into a quiet alley and finally stopped in front of a quaint Chinese-style courtyard.

Blue bricks and gray tiles, wooden doors with copper locks; there wasn't even a sign at the entrance, only two dark red lanterns hanging quietly.

"Mr. Jiang, we have arrived." Xiao Lin got out of the car to lead the way, "This is a private kitchen frequently visited by industry insiders. The confidentiality is very good; there has never been any scandal here."

Jiang Jing nodded, "Using privacy protection as a selling point is very good."

Passing through the quiet courtyard, Xiao Lin led him to a private room named "Tingyu Pavilion" and respectfully stepped aside, "Ms. Leng Ba and her friends are already waiting for you. I will take my leave."

Jiang Jing nodded, raised his hand, and knocked lightly on the door—

"Knock, knock."

Almost the very next second after the knocking sound landed, the door of the private room was pulled open with a "swish"!

Leng Ba's exquisite and stunning face came into view...