252: Chapter 252 A New Journey (The Finale)

Kyoto.

He Qixiang and his son, the police, and personnel from the State Administration of Cultural Heritage...

...arrived at Xu Ting's home early in the morning.

Xu Ting's face was gloomy as he constantly speculated in his heart.

Was He Qixiang going to play hardball because he hadn't handed over the national treasure yet?

His tone was very unpleasant as he asked with disgust, "Director He, why have you brought so many people to see me?"

"President Xu, I apologize for the intrusion today."

He Qixiang appeared polite. "Mainly, I want to ask where you obtained the ming chenghua plum vase from?"

Xu Ting's brow furrowed, a hint of disdain on his lips. "Director He, this isn't a question someone as familiar with the antique industry as you should be asking, is it?"

Hearing this, He Qixiang knew there was a misunderstanding. He gave a light snort and became solemn.

"President Xu, the reason I'm asking is that we need you to cooperate with the police and provide information about the sellers."

"These people are a counterfeiting gang; this is so the police can successfully bring them to justice."

Xu Ting was shocked.

A counterfeiting gang?

He thought about how he had mortgaged his company shares to borrow 500 million from a loan company to buy two more porcelain pieces.

His heart immediately tightened.

He asked uneasily, "Di... Director He, what do you mean by that?"

Seeing that he didn't understand, He Qixiang simply spoke plainly.

"Your mei bottle is a fake. Our last visit was just to confirm it."

"Impossible! I've had several groups of appraisal experts look at it, even Old Master Lei saw it."

Xu Ting roared.

"I have no reason to lie to you. If you don't believe me, I can immediately point out the counterfeiter's mark for you," He Qixiang said calmly.

"Fine, fine, you do it. I think you're just doing whatever it takes to get your hands on my mei bottle."

Unsure of himself, Xu Ting tremblingly opened his treasure room.

An hour later.

An ambulance drove out from Xu Ting's home.

Xu Ting, who had fainted, was rushed to the hospital.

...

When Chen Shaoping learned that the police were about to announce the news of Wu Yifan's arrest...

...he immediately used Shao Ping's account to expose the matters concerning Xu Jie and Tie Yuanwu.

At almost the same time.

Tiantian Media's stock price was hit by three major news items and began to plummet.

First, company shareholder and chairman Xu Ting was admitted to the ICU due to a cerebral hemorrhage.

Second, the company's star artist Wu Yifan was sentenced to thirteen years and deported.

Third, major shareholder and general manager Xu Jie turned out to be an 'old sissy'—so what was the deal with his son?

Chen Shaoping casually looked at the news online while listening to the system's voice.

[Host has completed one piece of intelligence, gaining 5 paparazzi points.]

[Host has completed one five-star piece of intelligence, gaining 5 paparazzi points plus an additional 2-point reward.]

[Host's current paparazzi points: 79.]

"System, check today's intelligence."

[Today's Intelligence 1 (★★★): Affected by negative news, although Tiantian Media has continuously issued clarifications and explanations and taken certain measures...]

[...it still cannot hide the declining trend of its stock. In five days, at 1:18, Tiantian Media's stock will hit its lowest point.]

[This is the best time to buy; you can purchase as many shares as you have money for.]

[Today's Intelligence 2 (★★★): Balipi Guarantee Loan Company owns 1% of Tiantian Media's shares. After learning of Xu Ting's hospitalization and the plummeting stock of Tiantian Media...]

[...they have been wanting to sell their shares but cannot find a suitable buyer. If you wish to acquire them, it is recommended to complete the purchase before 1:18 in five days, with an offer not exceeding 400 million.]

[Balipi Guarantee Loan Company Chairman Mao Renfeng's phone number: 187]

After reading the intelligence, Chen Shaoping tapped his desk and quickly summoned Li Qian, Zhang Ying, and Wu Xiaoli.

"Xiao Wu, go immediately and calculate how much available capital the company has right now."

"Suspend all payments that haven't been sent out yet."

Hearing his words, although Wu Xiaoli didn't understand why, she left immediately.

"What's wrong, Da Ping?" Li Qian asked.

Zhang Ying also looked over. "If you need it urgently, I have about ten million in my personal account."

"Sister Ying, Sister Qian, I want to take over Tiantian Media," Chen Shaoping said with great ambition.

"You want to take advantage of Tiantian Media's current trouble to..."

Li Qian stopped halfway, slapped her thigh, and said firmly, "Let's do it. I support you."

"I also give my full support," Zhang Ying added with a smile.

Soon, Wu Xiaoli returned. "Mr. Chen, President Zhang, CEO Li. The company currently has over 800 million in mobilizable funds."

"Alright! You may go."

Chen Shaoping waved his hand, calculating in his mind that this amount of money still wasn't enough.

After thinking for a moment, he came up with a good idea.

...

Yangcheng, Tudi Film City Group Office Building.

The first assistant hurried into President Yang's office, where Zhou Ru happened to be as well.

"President Yang, the front desk called. Chen Shaoping from Tongxing Entertainment wants to see you immediately. Do you agree?"

Hearing this, President Yang immediately became happy.

"Bring him up quickly, I'll see him now."

"Zhou Ru, you head out first. Come back after he leaves."

"Okay."

Soon, Chen Shaoping arrived at President Yang's office.

"President Yang, I'm sorry to disturb you!" Chen Shaoping said with a smile.

"I know you have something urgent. Sit down and tell me!"

President Yang invited Chen Shaoping to sit, and the assistant soon brought in two cups of tea.

"President Yang, I do have something to discuss with you."

"I'll get straight to the point."

Chen Shaoping took several documents out of his bag, labeled: the movie script for "Dying to Survive", the movie script for "Kung Fu Hustle", the TV series script for "the legend of the condor heroes", and the novel "Journey to the West".

After taking them all out, he gently pushed them toward President Yang.

"President Yang, I want to use these items to borrow 100 million from you."

President Yang, who had been calm, suddenly shouted, "How much? Did I hear you right?"

"No," Chen Shaoping shook his head. "My profit from 'crazy stone' reached 500 million."

"You can have someone look at these and evaluate them. It should be quick for your company."

Recovering from her shock, President Yang stood up, opened the office door, and said to her assistant, "Go and call in the vice-president level personnel from the Business Department, Finance, and Film Evaluation Departments."

"Mr. Chen, please have some tea and wait a moment!"

Chen Shaoping nodded and remained silent.

President Yang picked up "Journey to the West" and started flipping through it.

Before long, all the people President Yang had summoned arrived.

Zhou Ru even shook hands warmly with Chen Shaoping.

Two hours later, Chen Shaoping left Tudi Film City Group satisfied.

...

Two more days passed.

Kyoto Balipi Guarantee Loan Company.

Li Qian was signing a contract.

"Mr. Mao, at the current stock price, you've made quite a bit at 380 million," Chen Shaoping joked.

Mao Renfeng said with a cold face, "Mr. Chen, stop joking. I've suffered heavy losses here."

...

In Kyoto, the weather had begun to turn cold.

The cold wind felt like a knife cutting against the face.

But the hearts of Chen Shaoping and his group were incredibly warm.

Especially Manager Cai; the corners of his mouth were almost grinning from ear to ear.

They were on their way to Tiantian Media to attend a board meeting.

This meeting was convened by Chen Shaoping in his capacity as the largest shareholder.

Using the 100 million borrowed from Tudi Cinema City and the company's funds, he had acquired 25% of Tiantian Media's shares.

Combined with the 2.3% he had purchased earlier...

...his ownership of Tiantian Media's shares reached 37.3%.

Surpassing the Xu family's 32%, he became the largest shareholder.

As soon as they arrived at the company, the receptionist said respectfully and with a beaming smile...

"Chairman Chen, please follow me this way!"

They soon arrived at the conference room, where sparse applause broke out.

However, even more people had cold faces and didn't say a word.

Chen Shaoping didn't care at all and plopped down into the main seat.

"I am announcing two things."

"First, General Manager Xu Jie will no longer serve as General Manager for personal reasons; I, Chen Shaoping, will serve as Chairman and General Manager."

"Second, Tie Yuanwu has seriously damaged the company's image and will be reassigned to the Security Department. The position of Artist Department Manager will be taken over by Manager Cai."

He looked around at all the shareholders present and spoke in a tone that brooked no argument.

...

Time flew by.

Under Chen Shaoping's leadership, Tongxing Entertainment Company, with its numerous successful movies, TV series, and classic songs...

...had quietly grown into the true overlord of the Dragon Country's entertainment industry.

Chen Shaoping stood on the top floor of the Tongxing Entertainment Building in Yangcheng, holding Zhang Ying's hand and gently touching her belly.

Then he looked toward the West.

"Wife, it's time for us to go and see the West."

...

(The End)