Chapter 207

As the interview was about to end, Jian Guo came to Hou Jianning's side and whispered a few sentences.

Hou Jianning nodded at him, took the microphone and said to the reporters on site: 'Ladies and gentlemen of the press, I announce here.'

Red Star Film City and Shao Shi Film City have already achieved a comprehensive strategic partnership; the two companies will conduct all-around cooperation in the future.

The reporters below scrambled to ask: 'Mr. Hou! Can we consider that Red Star Film Company and TVB Television Station will conduct deep cooperation?'

Hou Jianning said: 'No! It's just that the two film cities are cooperating, and everyone also highly regards Red Star Film Company; we currently have no plans to enter the TV drama business.'

Seeing this, Li Xin felt relieved, stood up and said to the few at the main table: 'Everyone! Red Star Restaurant has prepared the banquet, let's move!'

Li Ju declined: 'Mr. Li, the company still has many matters for me to handle, so I won't disturb you further; another day I'll invite Mr. Li for tea.'

Li Xin didn't insist on keeping them; since they said they had business, let's not make a fuss.

Originally today, out of respect for his coming in person, I still wanted to give him a reminder.

Since they have no time to listen, forget it; currying favor isn't a trade.

After several people went outside, Li Xin saw Li Ju off, then took a car to Red Star Restaurant.

At every intersection near the restaurant, Red Star security personnel were on guard, each wearing black shirts, black suits, and black sunglasses, looking very professional.

When they spring into action, they're even more professional!

Today must not have any mishap, otherwise it would be slapping Li Xin in the face; moreover he has some other ideas, but… he can't be the one to bring this up.

We must wait for the opportunity!

At the entrance of Red Star Restaurant today, various flower baskets were placed; if you look closely you'll see they were all sent by the big bosses of the various gangs on Gangdao.

Li Xin didn't place these flower baskets at the entrance of Film City, but put them here.

Since they sent the flower baskets out of goodwill, Li Xin couldn't let them lose face; placing them at the restaurant entrance would absolutely not embarrass them.

Because this is the place for entertaining guests!

Shao Lao Liu and the others don't care about these people; these few are the true crocodiles of Gangdao, while the names on the flower baskets are at most the piranhas in the gutter.

Not all of them are even piranhas; some don't deserve that label and can only be called little mice.

They're far behind them!

Under the leadership of Sister Juan, several people went to the largest private room on the second floor, quickly made tea for everyone, nodded at Li Xin, then left.

From the moment he got out of the car, Li Yunfei observed everything, secretly nodding; A Xin's subordinates indeed have capable people.

He immediately asked: 'A Xin! How many more security personnel like those outside are there?'

The matter is settled!

Li Xin replied: 'If Director Li has the interest, after we finish eating we can go to the security company's base to have a look, and we can also play with various famous firearms; what do you think?'

Li Yunfei nodded and said with a smile: 'Good! That's settled; before we always went to the gun club to play, this time we'll see what's different about your place compared to the gun club.'

Huojingliang's dead arrogant character flared up again, and he asked: 'Any big stuff? What's fun about small handguns?'

Li Xin was speechless, silently cursing: 'I damn well have rocket launchers, but… can you even play with those?'

There's nothing to be done; since they gave him such face today, he can't slack off.

He replied: 'Yes! I've collected a few antique rifles; I'll take them out later for Director Ho to play with.'

Huojingliang snorted disdainfully and said critically: 'No new models? What's fun about those old antiques?'

Li Xin stopped bothering with him; this guy's talk could choke a person, ignoring him is the correct choice.

Li Xin picked up his teacup to pour tea for Shao Lao Liu, then said to the others: 'Help yourselves; the red wine has also been aired, drink whatever you like.'

Shao Lao Liu picked up his teacup, first sniffed it under his nose, then took a sip, put down the cup, and asked: 'Is this your reward for being suppressed?'

The few present also knew what Shao Lao Liu meant, but they didn't take it seriously; it wasn't a big deal.

Just a little wind and frost!

Looking back at the years these people have lived through, they initially rushed forward with the courage of 'a newborn calf fears no tiger', gradually forging their present strong will of 'knowing there are tigers on the mountain, they still head straight for it'.

In their past experiences, they have all endured the tempering of wind and rain. If they hadn't gone through wind and rain on this path, where would today's achievements come from?

Even Li Huanggua once worked as an apprentice watchmaker, right? Look how rich he is now!

Hmm! Regardless of how it came about, as long as he succeeded, there must be something commendable.

'Jade uncarved is not a vessel'; the more successful a person is, the more setbacks they have experienced—this saying is quite true, and it is the best portrayal of themselves.

No one can have smooth sailing!

Only He Qiong is an exception; people like her seem destined from birth to have achieved financial freedom.

She doesn't need to struggle to climb; she can see farther. They were born in Rome, which symbolizes power, honor, and opportunity.

As for others, even though they stand on solid ground, they may spend their whole lives unable to glimpse Rome's outline.

They may be diligent and resilient, but their starting points in life differ, making their pursuit of dreams full of hardship and challenge.

Different fates forge different life courses; some are born possessing Rome, while others, even dressed plainly, can hardly reach that splendid city.

This rebirth was really good!

Envy is useless; it's still that saying: others have good reincarnation skills, envy can't come.

Hearing Shao Lao Liu say that, Li Xin also picked up his teacup and took a sip.

Li Xin somewhat emotionally asked: 'Uncle Six! Is this tea worth it?'

'Worth it!'

After Shao Lao Liu finished speaking, his thin face still showed a hint of envy; if it were him making the choice, he would do the same.

The cost‑performance ratio is too high!

Huojingliang frowned and asked: 'A Xin! You're so optimistic about the mainland? Aren't you afraid your efforts will go to waste? Those chambers of commerce are no pushovers!'

'Even when I go up against them, I have to be extra careful; their strength is very strong.'

Li Xin knew what he meant, smiling and explaining: 'Director Huo! Rest assured; they won't go so far as to detain me over this matter—this time it's just a warning.'

'You've also seen it; the pressure they exerted this time isn't big—just a small loss of money, no major move, and it won't affect the brokerage company.'

The wealthy people of Gangdao currently generally are not optimistic about the development of their hometown; they will only start to value their hometown after 1985.

Thus it came about that the Gangdao wealthy people organized a group to go to the capital; Huo Sha Huang is the leader!