The Japanese Conspiracy 2

Because Lu Jianbo valued us last night, and because the people at Hehe Films didn't hide certain things from us, we were present when Longtian Jiro and his team came to Hehe Films to discuss cooperation.

Jiro Tatsuta is a very famous person in Japan. He directed the famous film "Departures".

He approached Hehe Films mainly to discuss co-production projects and cooperation such as the import of Japanese films into mainland China and the exchange of overseas distribution channels.

Jiro Tatsuta offered very generous terms for cooperation and was very sincere; in some ways, it was almost like giving money away.

The three of us watched coldly, without saying a word.

I am well aware that although we hold the title of consultant, it is just a title; we have no say in the affairs of Hehe Films.

After watching for two days, and with the previous analysis by Third Master, we understand many things now.

The film and television industry is a lucrative market these days.

It's not just mainland, Hong Kong, and Taiwan capital that's eyeing this lucrative opportunity; overseas capital is also eagerly waiting.

In particular, some overseas capital does not come in with the aim of making money, but rather uses the guise of cultural exchange to engage in ideological infiltration, quietly importing their ideas.

If the Wang brothers can see this clearly and take up the mantle of mainland film and television, they have great potential.

But now it seems they never considered this point; they just wanted to use the film and television industry as a springboard for capital speculation. To say they are useless and have limited vision is not an exaggeration.

Interestingly, when the Japanese team approached Shanghai-based groups represented by Hehe Films, the Wang brothers tried to talk to them several times, but were politely and firmly rejected by the Japanese.

The Japanese, or rather, the Japanese, are quite interesting in this respect: when they refuse, they are very polite, even bowing and apologizing, saying something like "I'm sorry."

Bowing in apology is an old skill of the Japanese, and they do it very well.

To be honest, I'm a little confused by what the Japanese are doing. The Wang brothers are now the dominant force in the country, so wouldn't it be better to cooperate with them? Why are the Japanese keeping their distance from them?

"I don't understand!"

Watching the Wang brothers leave with gloomy faces, I muttered to myself.

"I don't understand it either!" said Fatty Lin.

"Is it possible that the Japanese and some people in Shanghai have already made arrangements, and today's contact is just a pretext?" I said.

"That's possible!" Fatty Lin nodded.

At noon, the trading market temporarily closed, and various film and television companies and capital teams held small, closed-door lunch meetings.

At 1:30 p.m., the Golden Goblet Industry Master Forum, touted as the most prestigious forum at this year's film festival, began on time.

The forum's theme was "Communicating Creativity to Investors," focusing on film and television financing, capital investment, co-production operations, and compliant fund management.

We are not interested in that.

These kinds of large-scale meetings only determine the general direction; the three of us aren't bosses or investors, so listening to them is useless to us.

What's interesting is Xiao Ba. This little thing fell asleep in my pocket, and it was sleeping soundly, even snoring. If I hadn't helped to cover it up, it would have been exposed.

The conference lasted for more than an hour. At 2:45 p.m., the premiere and Q&A session for the Golden Goblet Award entry, "Heaven and Ocean," began.

This exchange is what interests us.

The reason is simple: "Heaven and Ocean" is a film starring Li Feihong, and he is the main character.

Besides him, there was also his godson, Zhou Guo.

"Hey, Zhou Guo's been really riding high these past two years!"

Seeing Zhou Guo go on stage, Fatty Lin nudged me with ill intent.

"How could it not be glorious, marrying the eldest sister!" I said with a smile.

Zhou Guo's wife is Zhang Zijun, a big sister in Shanghai's entertainment circle.

It's not an exaggeration to say that he rose to prominence because of his wife.

Now, not only does his wife support him, but he also has a godfather.

"Brother, Fatty, you two are really mean!" Long Nier looked up at Zhou Guo on the stage and wrinkled her nose.

"Hey girl, we're not being mean, we're just telling the truth!" Fatty Lin gestured towards the stage and said, "Look at that kid Zhou Guo, he's obviously no good. And I heard he's raising a ghost!"

"Raising a ghost child?" Long Nier asked.

"Um!"

Fatty Lin nodded and said, "Other people raise ghost children because they're afraid of being found out, but he raises them without any restraint. He even brings them to meals with his friends, and they have to set out a separate set of chopsticks for him!"

"So arrogant?" Long Nier was a little surprised.

"That's incredibly arrogant!"

Fatty Lin chuckled and said, "Girl, guess whether he brought the kid with him today?"

"Is this the right occasion?" Long Nier glanced at Zhou Guo on the stage again, feeling a little insecure.

"Let me open my third eye!"

I was a little curious, so I took out the Ghost Eye Paste, poured out two drops, rubbed them in my hands, and applied them to my eyelids.

After I finished, I looked up at the stage and was immediately dumbfounded. There was a small, bluish-black ghost perched on Zhou Guo's shoulder.

The little devil would occasionally peek over Zhou Guo's shoulder and look down.

"Damn, he brings kids to events like this?"

I was a little stunned when I saw the kid.

"That's why I said he's arrogant!" Fatty Lin chuckled.

"Brother, give me the Ghost Eye Paste, I want to see it too!" Long Nier said after thinking for a moment.

"Okay!" I handed over the ghost eye paste.

Long Nier took the Ghost Eye Paste, applied it, glanced at the stage, and immediately frowned, saying, "Why is he doing this?!"

"Just spoil the kid like a son!" Fatty Lin said casually.

"What do you mean?" Long Nier asked.

"The meaning is very simple. Before he came, he offered incense to the little ghost and asked him questions. The little ghost expressed his desire to come, so he agreed and brought the little ghost with him!" Fatty Lin said.

"Raising a ghost child and having Li Feihong as his godfather, he's doomed!" I said.

"He may not get better, but with that kid and Li Feihong as his godfather, he'll have a few more years of good fortune. Li Feihong won't make a move on him so soon!" Fatty Lin said.

We had dealt with Li Feihong before when we were in Beijing, and we even helped him with some matters.

We know his situation all too well.

Xie Gu, Li Feihong's godson, was nearly killed by Li Feihong's attempt to extend his lifespan.

If Xie Gu hadn't had such a strong birth chart, he would have died long ago.

Not only that, Li Feihong has no conscience. He did that kind of thing to Xie Gu. You should at least give him some compensation!

Not only did he refuse to provide compensation, but he also cut off all contact with her, just like he did with his ex-wife.

Now that Zhou Guo has recognized Li Feihong as his godfather, I can already see his fate.

Being utterly disgraced is the least of your worries!

Thinking of this, I nudged Fatty Lin and said, "Hey, after this is over, let's find a chance to get to know Zhou Guo. He's raising a ghost child and has Li Feihong as his godfather; he's not going to have a good ending. He's a potential big client!"