Chapter 200 Investing in the Future

When Wu Yuchen heard the name Xie Na, he immediately frowned.

To be honest, he himself felt that Xie Na's business literacy was average and he didn't like her hosting style very much. But forget it, at most I won’t watch her show and just be a passerby. But what made him grateful instead was the character she showed in her relationship with Li Xiaoran, which was truly a model of ingratitude.

It was very difficult for Xie Na when she first came to the capital to work as a Beijing drifter. She lived in the basement and could not bear to take a bite of food every day. Then she was dragged into her home by Li Xiaoran, who could not stand it, and lived together with her. Li Xiaoran not only did not give her a penny to buy groceries. Li Xiaoran also undertook all the housework such as cooking, washing clothes, etc., and also gave her high-heeled shoes and other gifts. Li Xiaoran, who had become a "corner" at that time, also recommended many opportunities to Xie Na.

When Li Xiaoran was popular, Xie Na often promoted her relationship with Li Xiaoran as good sisters, saying that Li Xiaoran was her best friend. As a result, when Li Xiaoran was in trouble, she just didn't say a word. When asked later in the interview what Li Xiaoran was doing, Xie Na said directly: "She seemed to have completely disappeared in those few years."

This means that I don't blame me as a good friend for not knowing her movements. It was her own disappearance. Do you have a good friend like you who doesn’t contact you for several years?

Don't think that she can't be reached. Later, one time when Li Xiaoran was on "Happy Camp", she was asked on the spot if she knew what the nickname she had noted on Xie Na's phone was. Li Xiaoran said it should be "Xiao Ran" or "Ran Ran". At that time, Xie Na had a bad look on her face and tried to fool her, but eventually it was discovered that Li Xiaoran’s phone number was not stored in her phone at all, and she had deleted it long ago!

Just when everyone couldn't believe it, Li Xiaoran quickly said that we usually don't make phone calls and always communicate through WeChat. He Jiong also quickly came out to smooth things over, and immediately changed the subject, which was enough to fool him.

Tsk tsk tsk, what a good sister!

Is it necessary to help her with something like this?

As for the story about her stabbing Li Xiaoran in the back, Wu Yuchen didn't know whether it was true or not, but it didn't affect his bad impression of Xie Na.

It's okay if Wu Yuchen doesn't know. If he knows, he will definitely not let Li Xiaoran have a close relationship with her again. However, he also knew that this kind of thing was Li Xiaoran's freedom to make friends, and he could not forcefully interfere with it, so he stretched out his fingers and pinched it a few times, and then said:

"Thank you? I don't like this name. It seems to conflict with your name."

Li Xiaoran was stunned when he heard this, and stared at Wu Yuchen strangely: "Huh? I said you can tell fortunes? Can you recognize the different names?"

"That's right, now that you know it, I won't hide it anymore. In fact, I met an old beggar when I was a child. He saw that my heaven was plump and my bones were amazing, so he gave me a secret book of "Liu Ren Xuan Ji". After it was completed, It takes a hundred years to know before and a hundred years to know later..."

Li Xiaoran just tilted his head and asked, "Are you accomplished?"

"I am now a little accomplished. I knew it 20 years ago and 20 years later!" Wu Yuchen said, patting his chest.

Li Xiaoran hugged Wu Yuchen's arm in a gesture of worship: "I dare to ask Master, what should I do if I want to become a billionaire?"

Wu Yuchen calculated with his fingers, and then said: "If you buy three or four more units of your upstairs and downstairs houses, wait for 15 years, and you will naturally become a billionaire."

Li Xiaoran silently calculated in his mind, the current market price of this house is 5,000 per square meter, 160 square meters, 4 units is 640 square meters, 100 million for a 640 square meter house? 150,000 per square meter?

"You're talking nonsense, you believe in a ghost!" Li Xiaoran sneered.

Wu Yuchen shook his head like a child and said: "Anyway, I don't have good senses about this Xie Na. You should be careful when interacting with her."

Li Xiaoran patted him: "Don't be ridiculous, you've never seen her before!"

Wu Yuchen asked casually: "How do you know me? I've never heard of you talking about him before."

Li Xiaoran adjusted his posture, leaned into Wu Yuchen's arms and arched:

"When I was on the set, I saw that it was not easy for a little girl to play a small role. When she was only 18 years old, she went to the capital to work as a Beijing drifter. At first glance, she suffered a lot..."

Wu Yuchen suddenly understood: "Are you remembering what happened when you were playing a small role~"

Li Xiaoran nodded. A few years ago, she also had a small role, playing the role of a maid, and was trained as a grandson by the theater staff. Now when she saw Xie Na, she seemed to see her original self, and she was a little moved by the scene. At first, she had Wu Yuchen to help her, but now she also wants to help others.

Wu Yuchen curled his lips and said with emotion: "Sister Ran Ran, you have a new person and forget the old one!"

Li Xiaoran patted him and said angrily: "What about new people and old people~"

Wu Yuchen made a pitiful gesture: "Then what should I do? Alas, there will be no place for me in this big house from now on! What a shame!"

"Didn't you say you would go to the United States to compete in the Olympics in the next few months?" Li Xiaoran looked up at him.

Wu Yuchen hugged her and rubbed her: "I just don't want outsiders to live in her."

Li Xiaoran couldn't help but feel soft after hearing this. After all, this had always been her and Wu Yuchen's nest.

Then Wu Yuchen said: "If you want to help her, just recommend some opportunities to her. There is no need to help at home. People want to support themselves. After all, you are a guest living in other people's homes, so you may not be used to it. "

Li Xiaoran was thoughtful, but she also felt that Xie Na didn't seem to have a particularly strong personality. She seemed to be looking forward to it when she mentioned it last time.

Li Xiaoran pouted: "It's all your fault, this will make me break my promise!"

Wu Yuchen gently bit her pouted lips: "Just say that I don't agree, and it affects my happiness index in life. Let's see if she dares to have an opinion!"

Li Xiaoran smiled and pinched Wu Yuchen's waist gently: "Why are you so domineering?"

"You said it, I am a great director who brings glory to the country!"

"Tch, I'm not ashamed~"

"If I am shy and embarrassed, you may not like it!"

Wu Yuchen and Li Xiaoran chatted and laughed, and did not mention Xie Na again. With his pillow style, it would be impossible for Li Xiaoran to have a close relationship with Xie Na. Now there is no need to deliberately target Xie Na. What does it mean if word spreads that he, a big director, fucked an 18-year-old girl? He was too petty and angry, and he even misunderstood Li Xiaoran.

But it was impossible for her to climb up again. When the time came, Cai Yinong would give a hint and cut off her path to Mango TV. Wouldn't it be nice to just let her lick Li Xiaoran for the rest of her life?

It was screened on Saturday and was naturally arranged by China Film Group in the Great Hall of the People. Although it was not a zodiac festival chosen, many people came to support it, even some who had not received invitations. After all, Wu Yuchen's current momentum lies here. It is not an exaggeration to say that he has caught up with Lao Mouzi and Chen Kaizi or even surpassed them. However, due to his age, no one has praised him too highly.

When the movie ended, the lights in the auditorium rang out again, and there was thunderous applause.

People kept coming over to congratulate Wu Yuchen, such as Xie Jin, who was previously recognized as the number one director in China. After filming "The Opium War", my health has not been good. I didn't come to the premiere of "Donkey Gets Water" before, but this time I was specially invited by Zhu Yongde, the boss of Shanghai Film Studio.

Xie Jin came over and patted Wu Yuchen on the shoulder and said:

"The filming is great! Although your movie may be a bit controversial after it is released, at my age, I really understand it! If you dare to shoot, if you can shoot, the future will depend on you!"

"Thank you, Teacher, for your praise. I still need to study and practice more!" Wu Yuchen said modestly.

Zhu Yongde smiled and said:

"A good art film is not afraid of controversy. The idea of ​​our film is to be at the forefront of the times. Director Wu, don't worry about the last minute, we are all counting on you to win us an Oscar this time!"

Several people standing around also responded. After the news came out a few days ago that "Love" will participate in the Oscar competition, many people have some expectations for it. After all, this is a movie that has already won the Golden Lion. , and it was written by Wu Yuchen, who has continuously shocked the United States.

Wu Yuchen quickly said: "Mr. Zhu, please don't put pressure on me. After all, so many excellent movies before this have not been successful. I can only say that I will try my best!"

Wu Yuchen doesn't want to go too far in building momentum now. If he doesn't get it by then, many people will be disappointed. It's best to keep it as it is now. Don't raise your expectations too high. It will be a big surprise if you can win it by then.

Xie Jin also knew this truth well, so he helped Wu Yuchen and said: "Just try your best. In fact, being nominated is a victory!"

When Wu Yuchen heard this, he couldn't help but feel a little fond of Xie Jin. This was to help him relieve his stress. He was indeed an old-timer!

With Xie Jin speaking, and Wu Yuchen's own attitude being expressed, everyone else also knew how to talk about "Love" they watched today when they go back. You can brag about the movie, but you can just criticize Oti. I really want to brag so much that I can wait until I’m nominated for an Oscar.

At this time, Jiang Wen walked over with a smile, cupped his hands and said:

"Director Wu, I admire you! The style of your "Love" is completely different from the last one "Donkey Gets Water". The last one was black humor and extremely absurd, while this one is realistic and cold, using different image styles to express different themes. , you can pick it up at your fingertips, it’s really amazing!”

"Director Jiang, you're so flattering, but I'm still waiting for your new movie to come out!"

"I can't compare with you!"

The last time Jiang Wen came to see "The Donkey Gets Water", his "The Devil Is Coming" hadn't finished filming yet, but now Wu Yuchen's "Love" has won the Venice Golden Lion Award and is back for its premiere. "The Devils Are Coming" is still being edited. Therefore, Jiang Wen really admired Wu Yuchen's speed in making movies. He shot so fast and well that he really couldn't compare.

In fact, it's not that Wu Yuchen shoots fast, which can only be regarded as a normal speed, but that Jiang Wen himself shoots really slowly. However, Wu Yuchen would not say this, but gave a thumbs up and said with a smile:

"Director Jiang, slow work will lead to careful work. It took Nezha three years and six months to be born. Director Jiang's movie will definitely be great by then!"

Jiang Wen waved his hand and shook his head:

"Hey, Director Wu, I don't want to suffer the same fate as Nezha. Today I'm just here to enjoy your happiness, Director Wu. I just hope you can help me pass the trial smoothly!"

When Wu Yuchen heard this, he thought that he had said it unintentionally, but he didn't expect that he might actually respond. Nezha was not liked by his father after he was born. The Dragon King, who insisted on standing up for the rules, was even forced to commit suicide by him. Isn't this the fate of Jiang Wenhe's previous life in "The Devil Is Coming"?

Thinking of this, Wu Yuchen could only smile at Jiang Wen and wish him good luck.

After most of the people left, Han Sanping and Hou Keming came over. Hou Keming happily said to Wu Yuchen:

"You have come this far, and we and the school have nothing to teach you. But when you have some free time, remember to go back to Jingying to give a lecture. I have made a reservation with you!"

Wu Yuchen thought for a while and then said: "Dean Hou, let's wait until next year. I really have a lot to do this year."

"Okay, it's up to you to make your own arrangements."

Then Hou Keming said with a smile: "We have communicated with the Golden Rooster Awards, but they said that it will be held in advance this year just for you! You can go over and have a good communication with them then."

The Golden Rooster Awards just announced the nomination list some time ago, and "Donkey Gets Water" is on the list, and it is ranked among multiple nominations.

Wu Yuchen couldn't help but ask: "Have the results of this award come out?"

Han Sanping said with a smile: "You are too underestimated of yourself and your Dean Hou. If you don't award "Donkey Gets Water" this year, you won't be able to win the Golden Rooster Award in the future. You will be scolded to death!"

Wu Yuchen now is no longer the young man he was two years ago. At that time, the Golden Rooster Awards would say that he had just debuted, was too young, and needed more training, so he was only awarded the best debut to a director.

But now, Wu Yuchen not only achieved the Golden Bear and Golden Lion achievement, but also successively produced box office hits such as "If Love Is Divine Will" and "My Sassy Girl". He also made three Hollywood movies in the United States. Director's name. Who dares to say that it needs training?

Moreover, not to mention that Wu Yuchen has strong support from Beiying, let’s talk about the major studios, China Film, Shanghai Film, Xiaoxiang Studio, and Xiying, all of which have cooperated with Wu Yuchen and received investment from Wu. Now Wu Yuchen's reputation as a philanthropic and charitable person has spread widely.

Who would dare to stop such a great director who is very capable and knows how to be a good person? !

And as far as the work is concerned, "The Donkey Gets Water" itself has extremely high artistic value. It won the Golden Bear and Best Actress in Berlin, and it is truly worthy of the award. This is what many people expected.

Therefore, Han Sanping made it clear in his words that he had given him the award this year, so he also asked him to arrange his time.

These words made Wu Yuchen feel a little embarrassed. Did he get into trouble?

…

People are coming and going on the streets of Beijing in September. Although autumn has arrived, the sun is still a little hot, but a gentle young man in a suit and glasses feels relieved in his heart.

He came to the capital from Shenzhen specifically to seek investment from his former idol, but he was ridiculed in person and couldn't bear to face him.

"You, I can find a few college students who can do better than you in less than three months. You are not worth 500,000 at all!"

Ma Huateng felt that the tie was a little tight around her neck, so she pulled it off and let out a long sigh. He took off his glasses and wiped the sweat from his forehead, looking tired.

He and several people pooled together 500,000 yuan to create a chat software platform called qicq, modeled after the popular ICQ abroad. There have been more and more users in the past few months. Now the server can no longer support the increasing amount of data. However, the company cannot make money and has no profit channels and methods. Now the company can't even pay next month's salary, so they still have to pay for this month themselves.

In desperation, he wanted to sell the software. As a result, I came here all the way and looked for many people, but no one was willing to buy it. He wanted to sell it for 1 million, but just now Zhang Sohu was not willing to give even half of it, and even reduced it to worthless.

However, he was not without gains along the way. Some of the people he visited kindly suggested that he try to find venture capital, which also gave him a preliminary concept of venture capital. He planned to find a way to inquire about it when he returned to Shenzhen. inquire about.

Just when he was about to go to the train station, the phone in his arms rang...

Miracle Film and Television, Wu Yuchen looked at the elegant and slim young man in front of him. He was dressed in a neat suit and tie. He was dressed quite formally. He seemed to take this meeting very seriously.

Wu Yuchen raised his hand and said with a smile: "You're welcome, drink tea, let's chat while drinking."

Ma Huateng smiled shyly and said: "Director Wu, I really like your movies. I have watched every one of them. I went to the cinema to watch "My Sassy Girl" more than once~"

Wu Yuchen was happy when he heard this, and couldn't help but curiously asked: "Oh? Did you go to see it with your girlfriend? You won't scold me in your heart!"

Ma Huateng quickly waved her hand and explained: "No, no, I don't have a girlfriend yet, I'm single! You are so good at making movies, why would I scold you!"

Wu Yuchen laughed and said: "After my movie was released, I heard that some male compatriots suffered a lot. I'm afraid you are one of the sufferers!"

Ma Huateng was not very eloquent, so he just smiled when he heard the words.

Wu Yuchen didn't take it too seriously. Knowing that this was the typical personality of a man in science and engineering, he smiled and said:

"It's really fate this time. I didn't expect you to come to the capital. I thought you were in Shenzhen. I contacted your company to find out you were not there, but it saves trouble."

Ma Huateng put her hands on her knees: "Director Wu, I didn't expect you to contact me. After all, you are a great director and a member of the literary and art world..."

"I'm a young man too! The software you developed is quite interesting, and I'm very optimistic about it. I heard that you are now looking for someone to sell your company?"

Ma Huateng nodded.

Wu Yuchen took a sip of tea and asked, "How was it? Did it go well?"

Ma Huateng shook his head honestly: "It's not going too well. Director Wu, someone from our company called and said you want to buy it. I would like to ask, what do you want to buy it for?"

Wu Yuchen waved his hand: "It's not a purchase, it's an investment. How can I have time to develop a technology company like yours!"

Ma Huateng suddenly asked: "Are you talking about venture capital?"

Wu Yuchen nodded: "The concept of venture capital is rarely mentioned in our country, but it is very common in the Silicon Valley of the United States. Since you understand, I will not go around in circles, 20 million yuan, 40% equity."

Ma Huateng was immediately shocked by the 20 million that Wu Yuchen said. After all, he originally only wanted to sell the software for 1 million in the morning, but now Wu Yuchen is willing to invest 20 million and only wants 40% of the shares. Although his family situation is not bad, he has never seen such a huge sum of money as 20 million.

When Wu Yuchen saw that Ma Huateng didn't respond, he asked, "What? Do you think you don't have enough money? Or do you want US dollars?"

Ma Huateng waved her hands quickly: "No, no. Director Wu, you, why are you willing to invest money in us? To be honest, I have found many people before but they are not optimistic about us."

This really made Ma Huateng a little curious. After all, he found so many people in the industry who were not even willing to give out 500,000 yuan. Then a big director from the literary and art world came out and gave him 20 million yuan. This was a bit hard for him to digest. I feel so amazing!

"Hahaha, I was chatting with friends and found it interesting to use your software. I invest so much money in you because I am optimistic about your future. Maybe in a few years you will be able to go public like Sina, NetEase, and Sohu. Then I will Become a shareholder of a listed company."

Ma Huateng couldn't help but feel excited when he heard this. Now the Internet wave in the United States has led to the rapid development of the Internet all over the world. Wu Yuchen's words touched his heart. Maybe it can be listed on the market?

With Wu Yuchen’s 20 million, the servers that are currently bothering them will not be a problem.

Wu Yuchen added: "You don't have to worry about software profitability yet. Try to get users started first. After users get started, we will find ways to solve the problem of making money. It is nothing more than a conversion problem."

Ma Huateng felt that Wu Yuchen in front of him was simply an angel. He even felt a lot of guilt in his heart. He took someone else's 20 million to burn, and they asked him not to think about making money. What is this if he isn't an angel?

He clenched his fists and said excitedly: "Thank you, Director Wu, for your attention. We at Tengxun will definitely live up to your expectations and make this software good!"

Then, Ma Huateng showed an embarrassed smile: "Director Wu, can you sign your name for me?"

Wu Yuchen couldn't help laughing when he heard this: "I thought you were eager to sign a contract with me first!"

…

After Ma Huateng left with great enthusiasm, Wu Yuchen leaned back and leaned on the boss's chair. Is it so easy to get 40% of the shares of the future Tencent Empire?

It feels slightly unreal, but it makes sense when you think about it. Tengxun and Ma Huateng were in their early years. According to an interview from Xiao Ma's previous life, the concept of venture capital in China was still very vague at that time. Unless a friend introduced him, he would never have thought of looking for venture capital because there was no such thing. Cognition.

Wu Yuchen then thought about his other investments. Since 1996, he has successively invested in Yahoo, Cisco, Microsoft and other Internet concept stocks. Now this Internet wave is going on fiercely, and Nasdaq is Keep rushing upwards.

Now the number in his stock account, even if he pays a lot of taxes to the United States after selling it, has reached 10 figures, and this unit is still US dollars.

When I go to the United States in a month, the first thing I do is to sell the stocks there. I have made enough money now, and there is no need to wait until next year's high.