Chapter 444: Is Rouba About to Turn Dark? A Thousand Miles in a Single Day

Early on the morning of the 19th, before the buzz surrounding the public listing of Shanhe Cinema Line had even faded, another piece of news dominated the screens.

Following *Passengers*, *The Thieves*, *Mojin: The Lost Legend*, and *Flying Swords of Dragon Gate*, the fifth domestic film to break 1 billion in box office revenue has been born! "In 12 days of release, *Dixing Yinxing* has raked in 1.036 billion, setting a new record for the fastest domestic film to break 1 billion!"

"*Dixing Yinxing* has achieved a 46% box office revenue share, aiming for 47.5%!"

"*Dixing Yinxing*'s single-day box office remains near the high mark of 60 million; breaking 1.5 billion or even reclaiming the top spot on the box office charts will be a breeze!"

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Major web portals, entertainment media, and social software like Weibo are flooded with reports related to *Dixing Yinxing*.

The entire production industry, every film company, feels a complex mix of emotions.

Although this result was something everyone had foreseen long ago.

But when *Dixing Yinxing* truly achieved 1 billion with such unstoppable momentum, the industry still couldn't accept it, or rather, felt stifled and powerless.

"From last year's New Year Slot to this year's, almost every slot has had a Shanhe Media film released, and every single one is gorging itself, leaving absolutely no room for others to survive..."

"Damn, the films this year add up to over 4 billion in box office; it's even more brutal than Hollywood blockbusters. No wonder they aren't going public; only a fool would go public..."

Compared to the complaints within the industry, Han Sanping can be said to be flying high with joy right now.

Although China Film Group didn't have a large stake in the project, it couldn't be helped that Han held the title of executive producer, and the benefits were just too great.

One must know that in Huaxia, when it comes to rewarding success after a project, the guidance and opinions of leaders are always the most important.

So he immediately called Wei Jin to discuss the possibility of the box office breaking 2 billion.

"Han Dong, I'm afraid that's not very likely. Once the subsequent films are released, the single-day box office will definitely drop."

"I know, but there's still the Extended Key; we can push for it a bit."

"Fine, I'll have the company prepare the documents and submit them."

Regarding Han Sanping's suggestion, Wei Jin did not refuse; why not do something that is both beneficial and effortless?

"By the way, the General Administration is going to hold a seminar, probably before New Year's Day. You should prepare yourself; you'll need to give a good speech then."

Wei Jin was just thinking about refusing, but he didn't expect Han to be so cunning, hanging up the phone directly.

"Damn."

"Mm~~ what's wrong, brother?"

Listening to the lazy voice of the girl beside him, Wei Jin put down his phone, pulled her tighter into his arms, and lowered his head to kiss her smooth forehead, saying softly: "Nothing, Shishi, why not sleep a little longer?"

At this moment, Liu Shishi, nourished by the night, could not hide her youthful beauty despite her bare face.

The young girl rubbed her eyes, then nuzzled against Wei Jin's cheek, pouting her little mouth to act cute and coquettish: "Mm, I've slept long enough, sleeping more will make me dizzy, and besides, I'm hungry..."

Hearing this, a playful look appeared on Wei Jin's face: "Heh, who told someone to keep asking for it all night? Exhausted, aren't you?"

Thinking of the crazy events of last night where all three paths were opened and she was filled to the brim by the man, a blush appeared on the girl's face, and she immediately raised her pink fist to punch Wei Jin.

"It's all your fault for not coming to see me for months."

Bringing this up, Wei Jin had no way to defend himself, so he cupped the girl's pretty face and said softly: "Shishi, then I'll stay in Shanghai with you for these two days, how about that?"

"Really?"

Looking at the unconcealable surprise on the girl's face, Wei Jin felt even more guilty and immediately nodded: "Mm, do you have any press releases?"

"I do, but it doesn't matter, I'll just postpone them for two days. I'll call Taozi right away."

Taking advantage of the time the young girl was arranging her work, Wei Jin got up and went to the kitchen to prepare breakfast.

Well, or lunch, that would be more appropriate.

Because of Tangren's recent lawsuits, Wei Jin and Liu Shishi couldn't run around, so they just stayed at home.

It was just a bit boring, so Wei Jin suggested having Hu Ge and the others come over for a gathering.

To this, Liu Shishi raised both hands in approval; after all, having moved in for so long, she hadn't invited friends over for a meal yet.

After a few calls were made, everyone responded; after all, there aren't many opportunities to build a relationship with Wei Jin.

It was just that what to eat for dinner troubled Liu Shishi.

"Silly, leave this to me."

Wei Jin touched Liu Shishi's little head, then took out his phone and dialed.

In less than an hour, bodyguards and drivers knocked on the door with 2 induction cookers and a large pile of dishes.

"Wow, tripe, duck intestines, pork belly, luncheon meat—these are all things I love to eat!"

"Mm, it's winter, so naturally we should have hot pot, but Shishi, you can't eat too much, be careful about ending up in the hospital again."

"Oh, I already said it wasn't because of the food. I haven't had any problems at all in the last six months."

"Hmph, anyway, pay more attention to your own body; don't think that just because you're young you can ignore it."

The young girl was very receptive to Wei Jin's concern, hugging him from behind and saying crisply: "Alright, I know, brother."

After being lovey-dovey for a while, the two began to do the prep work in the kitchen.

Around 6 PM, Tangren's Miss Cai and several artists under her, Hu Ge, Jin Chen, and Rouba, arrived at the house one after another, all carrying things—red wine, white liquor, bird's nest... After some pleasantries, Liu Shishi, as the hostess, took the women to tour the rooms, while Wei Jin and Hu Ge chatted in the living room.

"Lao Hu, that show *Sealed with a Kiss* is about to air, right?"

In late October, the company organized a screening for this show, which was eventually exclusively acquired by Mango TV for 2.2 million per episode.

However, because the previous weekly broadcast theater wasn't successful, Mango TV made internal adjustments and created a new Golden Mango Exclusive Theater, airing dramas at the 7:30 PM prime time every night, which is why *Sealed with a Kiss* had to wait until now.

"Mm, it will air after New Year's Day. If you had called a few days later, I would have been off doing promotions, haha."

"Sure, I'll see if you act perverted enough then, haha."

Wei Jin teased with a smile; the character Mo Shaoqian was crazy enough, and he didn't know how well Hu Ge handled it.

"Don't worry, I feel it was quite satisfying; it counts as the most enjoyable show I've acted in over these years."

Wei Jin nodded; in fact, he had already heard from Gao Ye that Hu Ge's performance in this show was indeed very strong.

But looking at the thirty-year-old Hu Ge tied to the sinking ship that is Tangren, Wei Jin really didn't know what to say.

However, hearing from Liu Shishi, Hu Ge also has shares in the shell company set up by Tangren, and quite a few at that; it was probably compensation given by Miss Cai.

After chatting for a while, the hot pot session officially began. Hu Ge was at ease in this kind of setting; before anyone had even started using their chopsticks, he proposed that everyone raise their glasses to congratulate the great success of *Gravity*.

After everyone responded and drank a glass, Hu Ge again proposed a toast to celebrate the successful listing of Shanhe Cinema Line.

With two consecutive glasses of white liquor down, everyone was struggling a bit, but Hu Ge's urging to drink hadn't stopped.

The third glass was to congratulate Liu Shishi on her housewarming.

There was truly no fault to be found with this reason, so everyone could only bite the bullet and follow suit.

After three glasses, the atmosphere at the table became lively; whether it was Jin Chen or Rouba, neither seemed quite as restrained anymore.

However, perhaps due to the alcohol, Rouba felt very unbalanced in her heart as she watched Liu Shishi, who sat beside Wei Jin and helped him pick up food from time to time, looking just like a wife.

As someone who had stayed in Shanghai for two years, she knew very well the value of this house.

Why was it that even though everyone relied on their bodies to please men, Liu Shishi had TV dramas, movies, stocks, and a luxury mansion?

Yet when it came to her, the treatment dropped so much? Why? At this thought, Rouba couldn't help but stretch her silk-stocking-clad legs forward.

"Hmm?"

Feeling the touch on his calf, Wei Jin raised his head to look forward, only to see a sweet smile hanging on Rouba's fair-skinned, flushed face, and she even blinked at him.

Normally, having passed through ten thousand flowers and having trained to be as steady as a mountain, Wei Jin, who had experienced hundreds of battles both large and small, certainly wouldn't take this level of flirting to heart, but under the watchful eyes of everyone, it had a bit of extra stimulation.

It was just that there were many people present, and it wasn't convenient for Wei Jin to act, so he ignored it and just rested his left hand on Liu Shishi's beautiful legs to stroke them; the latter didn't mind, instead helping him pick up two more pieces of tripe.

Unexpectedly, Rouba's courage grew even greater; she actually gradually climbed between his legs and stroked back and forth, while still joking with Liu Shishi.

"Sister Shishi, this house is so big; aren't you afraid living here alone?"

"That wouldn't happen. I don't spend much time here, and if I do come over, I'll call Taozi to join me."

"Then call me in the future too. It's pathetic that I'm still living in a rented place."

Rouba's pitiful appearance made Liu Shishi laugh out loud: "Alright, if you're willing, just come over and live here. I'll save a room for you."

"Hee hee, then how about tonight?"

"Uh..."

It wasn't just Liu Shishi who was surprised; the few people at the table all looked at Rouba, only to see the curve of the young girl's mouth growing wider and wider until she finally laughed out loud.

"Hahaha, I'm just kidding. You guys actually took it seriously."

Everyone just thought she had drunk too much and didn't pay it any mind; Liu Shishi even poured her a drink and urged her not to drink any more.

Aside from Wei Jin, only Miss Cai realized that this young girl was afraid of inequality rather than scarcity.

If this situation wasn't handled in time, it was feared there would be a big mess, so she immediately proposed: "Rouba, *Flowers and Youth* will start filming in a few days. Didn't you say the production team requires everyone to depart from Beijing together? Why don't you go back with President Wei and get to know the other guests in advance?"

Miss Cai's words were actually a reminder to Rouba that since she had obtained the variety show, she should be content.

Additionally, it was also to provide an opportunity to be alone with Wei Jin; any thoughts could be brought up in private.

Upon hearing this, Rouba understood and sighed inwardly at how bold she had been.

She immediately withdrew her feet quietly, but a sweet smile still hung on her face: "Alright, I'll listen to President Cai, but I don't know if it's convenient for President Wei."

"That's fine, it's not inconvenient at all."

Wei Jin smiled and nodded, pondering how to properly discipline this little vixen on the plane.

The others didn't notice this disturbance, and Hu Ge was still joking on the side:

"Rouba, you're lucky. I haven't even sat on President Wei's private jet yet. Remember to take a few more photos; I'll post them to my Moments."

"Hahaha."

Everyone laughed, and the dinner soon returned to normal. Rouba also regained her reason, though there was still a bit of anxiety in the way she occasionally looked at Wei Jin. In the film market, *Gravity* was killing it, and in the capital market, the performance of Shanhe Cinema Line was also extremely eye-catching.

On the second and third day of listing, it continued to soar, breaking through the 50 and 60 yuan marks in succession.

In just three short days, the market value of Shanhe Cinema Line broke through the 30 billion mark.

Looking at the fund balances in their accounts, the many executives and celebrity artists of Shanhe Media felt the company's cohesion and centripetal force becoming increasingly firm.

However, Wei Jin didn't expect that this wave of listing would make countless netizens start to care about his net worth, and the internet was filled with all kinds of discussions.

"Damn, just the shares of Shanhe Cinema Line held by Wei Jin through Shanhe Group are worth over 10 billion. He also holds shares in many listed companies like Jiahe and Tudou, plus the many investments Qingtian Capital participates in, not to mention he is also the helmsman of Shanhe Media. How much is this guy's net worth?"

"Roughly estimated, Wei Jin's net worth is at least over 200 billion. Listen to this master analyze it in detail."

"My god, 200 billion? Even the big and small Ma can only sigh at the vast ocean, right?"

"I am willing to marry Boss Wei, even if he keeps a mistress, a fourth, or a fifth on the side."

"To the person above, you're probably thinking too much. Just in the entertainment industry, there are probably thousands of people who want to marry Boss Wei. If the gender requirement isn't so strict and the age is relaxed a bit, it would probably expand several times over. Don't wrong yourself."

"Sigh, another day of envying Boss Wei."

Wei Jin didn't pay any attention to the netizens' banter.

At this moment, the great director Wei Jin was on the plane properly disciplining the troublesome actress Rouba from the crew.

Inside the private rest area, Wei Jin was continuously spanking Rouba's superior assets.

"Smack! Smack!"

The sound of applause was incessant. In pain, Rouba couldn't stop begging for mercy: "Director, I was wrong."

Wei Jin stopped the spanking, but the filming did not stop.

"Where were you wrong?"

"Roles have no size; one must perform with heart."

"Hmm, to grasp this level shows some aptitude, but a lesson must be taught. I remember your dancing has always been very good, right?"

Although she didn't understand why, Rouba still answered honestly: "Yes, I started practicing dance at 8 years old."

"Very good. Now, do a split with your legs on the armrests on both sides of the sofa."

As Wei Jin spoke, he pointed out the actor's positioning and even followed her very considerately.

"Very good. There is still over an hour left; you must hold it well. If you lose your form during the filming process, I will be angry."

After speaking, Wei Jin began a new round of filming. (End of chapter)