383: Chapter 377 Li Qingxia 383: Chapter 377 Li Qingxia Seeing that his subordinates had no objections to the distribution suggestion he put forth, Chen Hai nodded in satisfaction.
He lifted his wrist and checked the time on his watch.
“Banks close at five, and it’s nearly four now.
Rushing to the bank at this time might be a bit hasty!”
“Let’s find time to go to the bank tomorrow.”
“If you need the money urgently, you can have the bank give you cash directly.”
“If not, you can open an account here and transfer the money into it, which will definitely be more convenient!”
After pondering for a while, Chen Hai spoke up and suggested.
In Yanhuang Country now, foreign currency is a scarce resource.
After all, in the current era, the credit of the Yanhuang currency is still somewhat lacking and is not recognized internationally.
In contrast, Xiangjiang currency is directly pegged to the US Dollar.
In international trade, what can’t be bought with Yanhuang currency can be purchased with Xiangjiang currency.
The money in the hands of Chen Hai and others could enter the Mainland any time and very easily.
But once this money wanted to go out again, it could only be in Yanhuang currency.
The possibility of changing it all back into Xiangjiang currency and taking it out of the country was almost nonexistent.
Chen Hai had no plans to directly bring his own money into the country.
Whether it was the advertising fees for CCTV or the construction costs for the resort, he planned to invest a sum of money into Sea King Company.
Sea King Company, registered in Xiangjiang, was wholly-owned by Peach Blossom Wine Industry.
It was not appropriate, both emotionally and rationally, for him to pay for Peach Blossom Wine Industry’s advertising fees out of pocket.
After he invested in Sea King Company, it would then invest the money into Peach Blossom Wine Industry.
That would truly be reasonable and legal.
Similarly, for the resort in the Capital City, after the Sea King Company invested in it, the resort would naturally transform into a joint venture.
Nowadays, foreign monks chant the sutras well.
After putting on this layer of Xiangjiang’s skin, many troubles could be saved, and things would be much more convenient in many regards.
“Boss, we will definitely open accounts at the bank here and deposit the money into them!”
“Carrying several millions in cash on me?
My brain isn’t ill; I definitely wouldn’t do such a foolish thing!”
“Only someone showy like Zhang Zihao would like to do things that way…”
They looked at each other and nodded.
Bai Xiaohang, who couldn’t help but snicker at the mention of Zhang Zihao, let out a strange laugh.
To him, this number one tough guy in Xiangjiang seemed like a cute little wealth-bringing child.
He and Tian Mingjian would profit every time they encountered Zhang Zihao.
It made him feel somewhat embarrassed to be harsh to the guy.
Generally, they just teased him and had some fun at their expense.
“By the way, Xiang Dong, how’s the progress with Director Wang’s commercial filming?”
Seeing that his subordinates had made their stance clear, Chen Hai no longer continued to talk about the money matter.
He changed the topic and asked this question.
If everything went as expected, their Peach Blossom Wine Industry commercials should officially air after New Year’s Day.
Today was already November 23rd, just a little over a month away from New Year’s Day.
Naturally, the sooner the Peach Blossom Immortal Brew commercial was filmed and completed, the better.
After all, once their commercial was completed, it would have to be sent to CCTV for a review, with some procedures required.
Among Chen Hai’s subordinates, Xiang Dong typically handled miscellaneous matters.
Bai Xiaohang and Tian Mingjian were mainly combat personnel.
Having them deal with miscellaneous tasks would be a waste.
“Boss, I was in touch with Fatty Wang yesterday afternoon.”
“He said things are pretty much settled with Miss Qingxia.”
“She should be flying over from Tai Island to Xiangjiang this afternoon, but the shooting of the commercial won’t officially start until tomorrow!”
“Do you want me to tell Fatty Wang to have Miss Qingxia come meet with you tonight?”
As Xiang Dong spoke, a meaningful and sly smile appeared on his face.
Every goddess in the entertainment circle prides herself on being pure and untainted.
This guy probably had a few dealings with Fatty Wang and his thoughts have gotten dirtier, always harboring ulterior motives and thinking in an indecent direction!
Is Chen Hai such a superficial person?
As for Xiang Dong’s insinuations, he simply paid them no heed.
“After a long journey, tonight, let Ms.
Qingxia rest well.”
“Tomorrow, when the advertisement is officially being shot, if there’s time, we can go have a look!” Chen Hai responded after some thought.
“Okay, in a bit, I’ll contact Fatty Wang to see how he has arranged the shoot for tomorrow!” Xiang Dong said, grinning.
…
Around nine in the evening, at a hotel in Central Circle.
Hastily flying in from Tai Island to Xiangjiang, having just had dinner, and washed away her exhaustion, Li Qingxia’s face still looked somewhat unpleasant.
Not long ago, she had just started filming a new movie on Tai Island, which was only halfway done.
Just the other day, she received a call from Yongsheng Company, inviting her over to Xiangjiang to shoot an advertisement in the guise of Dongfang Bubai.
In terms of compensation, Yongsheng Company was quite generous.
However, in recent years, Li Qingxia seldom took on advertisement jobs, and the other party demanded a very tight schedule.
Without much consideration, she outright refused their invitation.
But scarcely had she hung up the phone when Tenth Brother Xiang from Yongsheng Company personally called her.
If she didn’t take this advertisement, any company that wanted Li Qingxia to shoot a film in the future would be opposing him, Tenth Brother Xiang…
Over the phone, Tenth Brother Xiang’s words carried an unmistakable threat.
After receiving this call, Li Qingxia fell silent.
As an insider, she knew all too well the background of the Xiang Brothers and their Yongsheng Company, and the status they held in the industry!
“Qingxia, you can’t twist an arm more powerful than a thigh.
We can’t afford to provoke Yongsheng Company,”
“They’ve always been so domineering.
How many well-known artists can you find who have managed to retain their dignity in front of them?”
“Fatty Wang is notorious for his fast filming pace; working with him on an advertisement will at most delay you by two or three days.”
“Don’t overthink it and rest well tonight.”
“Do well tomorrow, and who knows, you might wrap up the advertisement in a day?”
Apart from Li Qingxia, her manager Zhao Tong was also in the room.
While offering comfort, Zhao Tong also poured a cup of warm water for her and placed it in front of her.
“I know that Yongsheng Company has always been like this, but I just can’t calm my heart!”
Picking up the cup of warm water and taking a small sip, Li Qingxia complained, still fuming.
“They may have coerced you into taking the advertisement, but at least they’re decent in their compensation!”
“Consider those actors who were forced at gunpoint to shoot films, and you’ll realize you’re actually quite lucky!”
“That’s just how the world works, take it easy, Qingxia…”
With a tone of sincere advice, Zhao Tong continued to persuade.
Just then, the mobile phone sitting on the coffee table rang.
Picking up the phone and seeing the incoming call number, Zhao Tong stepped aside to answer the call.
After only a few words, she returned to Li Qingxia’s side.
“Xing is looking for you.
He heard you’ve come to Xiangjiang and wants to see if you have time.
He says he has a matter and would like your help,” Zhao Tong asked in a low voice, moving close to Li Qingxia.
“Xing?
Which Xing?
Zhou Xingxing?”
“Didn’t he have a falling-out with Yongsheng Company and start his own Starlight Company?
He just made a new movie about Journey to the West in collaboration with Mainland, right?”
“Why is he calling me now for help?”
Filled with doubts, after hesitating for a moment, Li Qingxia still took the phone from Zhao Tong’s hand and began to answer.