Chapter 735

"Thank you, Mr. Lin, for your righteous act of seeing justice done. Being able to eradicate the dark underworld tumor of Zhang Yaosi this time, you truly deserve the credit."

The deputy director of the police station handed the silk banner to Lin Yu with great enthusiasm, but in his heart, he secretly sighed—it seems he won't be able to get any oil and water from Zhang Tufang at the end of the year; he really was blind!

With Zhang Yixing, Lu Han, and others as witnesses, the police had to consider the social influence and could only handle the matter according to the law.

After finishing the statements, everyone left the police station one after another.

They found a private restaurant to chat.

"So, that means there are still many people in your company who have suffered from unspoken rules?"

Lin Yu looked at Tian Xiwei, a bit surprised.

He didn't expect there to be a lawless land in the domestic entertainment industry.

Previously, he had only heard that the entertainment industry in South Korea was lawless, protected by conglomerates, treating female artists like goods and gifts for interest exchanges, but he didn't expect the domestic industry to be so rampant as well.

"It's not that excessive."

"It's basically PUA in nature."

Tian Xiwei sighed and told the story.

It turns out that in the domestic entertainment industry, directors and screenwriters often use methods of tempting with benefits, such as screen time, acting fees, and role importance, using every possible means to challenge human desire.

But those who enter this circle, seeing others living in luxury and indulgence, how could they not be tempted?

Little sisters changing bags every day, buying a car in a month, buying an apartment in half a year!

Looking back at themselves—rented rooms, shared bikes, eating instant noodles—under the constant temptation of benefits, their dignity had long since vanished.

"What about male actors?"

"Hahaha! Yeah! For male artists, there's basically no way to get ahead."

Zhang Yixing, Lu Han, Guan Xiaotong, and others relied on their family backgrounds, having lived without worry since childhood; entering the circle, they even had people to protect them.

Hearing Tian Xiwei mention these things, they were genuinely surprised and curious.

"What else can they do..."

"Male artists just act like dogs for others."

Tian Xiwei said, feeling a bit down.

This is the survival rule of the domestic entertainment industry!

"How about this, Little Tian, sign with our studio!"

Lin Yu hesitated for a moment before saying firmly.

"Ah?"

"Your studio!?"

Tian Xiwei pursed her lips; although there was a risk of unspoken rules in the media company, there were pros and cons, and resources could still be picked and chosen.

But going to a private studio,

wouldn't she be unable to even afford food!

"Although it's just taking shape now, it will be a listed company in the future."

"If you join now, you'll be an original shareholder and can enjoy lifetime dividends."

"And, I promise to tailor a film or TV drama for you every year, ensuring you become a breakout star."

"Reaching the peak of life!"

"......"

Lin Yu's eyes were incredibly firm, and his words were solid.

"Uh..."

"Lin Yu, the 'pie' you're drawing is making me a bit full."

Tian Xiwei blinked and said blankly.

"Yeah! Brother Yu, even with my brain, I can tell that eight or nine out of ten things here are just bluffs."

Peng Peng scratched his head and said suspiciously.

"Brother Yu, how many artists does your studio have now?"

Zhang Yixing asked with interest.

"Currently, there is one artist with tens of millions of fans."

Lin Yu's face turned red, and he muttered.

"Damn! You're not talking about yourself, are you?"

"Geez, Brother Yu, can you be any more shameless? 'Wang Po selling melons, praising her own wares'!"

"Waiter, bring two plates of lattice cakes."

"You don't need to draw this pie; we'll take it ourselves."

"Hahahaha."

Although none of them had ever opened a company,

they knew how deep the waters of the media industry were.

If it were really that easy and casual, and made money every day, domestic media companies would have blossomed everywhere long ago.

Besides, although there are many artists in the domestic industry, in reality, only a few dozen are widely known, and most are the pillars of major companies—how could they be so easy to cultivate?

"Opening a company, I'm serious."

Lin Yu's words weren't false.

After entering this industry, he realized that there are only three paths for an artist's belonging.

First, retire from the circle, marry and have children, and hide in the mundane world!

Second, relatively speaking, it's more miserable: the person is still there, but the fame is gone, neither up nor down, becoming an outdated artist.

Third, become capital!

The most successful examples are Huang Xiaoming and Da Mi Mi; although they are artists, their status and wealth are incomparable, and the reverence of their juniors is always present!

If you're going to work for a lifetime, you must have the dream of being a boss!

"Brother Yu, then how do you want to position your company's artists!"

"Right! At the very least, you need a planned route."

"Film and TV? Music? Or variety categories?"

Lin Yu had indeed thought about this direction before.

He couldn't just sign artists and have them live-stream to sell goods and beg for food every day!

Although it makes money, in the long run, it would greatly consume the audience's trust and patience.

"Film and TV."

"Everyone, can you give me some pointers!"

Lin Yu poured wine and raised his glass, saying with extreme sincerity.

Although the film and TV circle is very competitive, with his current connections and the backing of Director Wei, it's the most practical of the three paths.

Uh...

As soon as these words were spoken,

everyone present felt a bit awkward!