After the two deputy directors, Xiao Yuanyang and Peng Ximao, left, the middle-level executives in the film began to whisper.
"So imposing. He's indeed the eldest son of the Xiao family. His moves are so powerful."
"Old Li, did you see that? Our Young Master Xiao is starting to show his power."
"Yeah. We have to be careful in the future. The film bureau is probably going to change. "
"Hmph, it should have changed a long time ago. Some people are really too much. "
"Alright, keep your voice down. Be careful of the trouble that comes from the mouth."
Xiao Yuanyang returned to his office and looked at Xiao Yunhai's photo on the computer. He smiled and whispered, "Cousin, your brother has done you a big favor this time. How are you going to thank me when we meet in the future? "
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That afternoon, Xiao Yunhai, who was busy writing the script for iPartment, received a call from his future father-in-law, Zhao Mingsheng.
"Yunhai, let me tell you the good news first. Empresses in the Palace has passed the review."
Xiao Yunhai said, "Uncle, from what you're saying, is there more bad news?"
Zhao Mingsheng said, "That's right. The bad news is that the few TV stations that I contacted that have good ratings have all politely rejected our invitation to work with them. I think there's a high chance that it's Tian Jishang's doing. "
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "It's okay. Although the deputy minister of the Ministry of Culture has a high position, he can't really do whatever he wants. Besides, I really don't want Empresses in the Palace to be aired on those TV stations with high ratings. Because they have a good foundation and a strong foundation, they will give us lower conditions. In that case, when Empresses in the Palace becomes popular, we won't get much benefit. "
Zhao Mingsheng said, "You're that confident?"
Xiao Yunhai said, "Of course. Uncle, how about this? I'll give Sister Yu a call and ask her to come over for a discussion. After all, she's also an investor. We can't just leave her to dry. "
Zhao Mingsheng smiled and said, "Alright then. I'll contact the other TV stations first. You and Miss Yu come over as soon as possible."
Xiao Yunhai agreed and called Yu Yuexian.
"Sister Yu, what are you busy with?"
Yu Yuexian said, "I'm bored at home. If it weren't for that incident, I would have gone to play with Wan Qing. "
Xiao Yunhai said with a smile, "We still haven't thanked you for your help. Wow, she managed to bring in hundreds of thousands of fans in one go. The appeal of a goddess is really awesome. "
Yu Yuexian said angrily, "Don't try to be so high profile. Speak, what's the matter? "
Xiao Yunhai said, "The Legend of Empresses in the Palace has passed the review. We need you, the investor, to come over for a meeting to discuss."
Yu Yuexian said, "Didn't I already give you full authority? What else do you need me for? "
Xiao Yunhai told her about the Tian family and said, "We've implicated you this time. I'm really sorry."
After hearing Xiao Yunhai's words, Yu Yuexian directly scolded over the phone, "This Tian Jishang is too much. It's fine if he doesn't discipline his wife and children, but he actually used his position to avenge private wrongs. How preposterous. Yunhai, what are you going to do? "
Xiao Yunhai said, "I'm going to find some TV stations with average ratings and let them bid. To be honest, ever since 'Step by Step', I'm only interested in the advertising fees. "
Yu Yuexian smiled and said, "You're very ambitious. But I like it. I'll still say the same thing. I've given you full authority for 'The Legend of Empresses in the Palace'. I'm only responsible for signing and receiving the money. Alright, work hard to earn money for me. Goodbye. "
Xiao Yunhai listened to the busy tone on the phone and shook his head, saying, "You really trust me."
The next morning, Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing came to Hanhai Film and Television.
After entering the reception room, Xiao Yunhai saw more than a dozen TV station's people in charge. Last time, Jibei TV Station's Deputy Director, Song Longqi, was also among them. But to his surprise, Henan TV Station wasn't among them.
Under Zhao Mingsheng's introduction, Xiao Yunhai shook hands with everyone.
When it was Song Longqi's turn, he laughed and shook Xiao Yunhai's hand, saying, "Last time, our TV station couldn't cooperate with 'Step by Step'. I was very upset when I went back. This time, no matter what, I won't give up again. "
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "Thank you for your appreciation, Director Song. I'm sure this movie won't disappoint you. "
Zhao Mingsheng said in a loud voice, "Since everyone is here, let's go to the screening room to see the quality of 'The Legend of Empresses in the Palace'."
Everyone followed Zhao Mingsheng to the screening room.
While watching the TV series, Xiao Yunhai pulled Zhao Mingsheng aside and asked softly, "Uncle, why didn't anyone from Henan TV Station come? Didn't you inform them? "
Zhao Mingsheng said, "I gave Deputy Station Head Zhang a call, but he politely rejected me."
Xiao Yunhai was surprised and said, "That's not right. I just talked to him about this matter two days ago. Although he didn't say it explicitly, he was very interested in 'The Legend of Empresses in the Palace' at that time. Why did he change his mind in less than two days? "
"I heard that Liu Qingshan of Henan TV Station and Tian Jishang have a very good relationship in private," said Zhao Mingsheng. "Heng is just a Deputy Director. Without Liu Qingshan's support, he doesn't have the authority to introduce a TV series."
Xiao Yunhai shook his head and said, "Tian Jishang really racked his brains. However, since so many TV stations have come, it means that our 'The Legend of Empresses in the Palace' is very attractive. "
Zhao Mingsheng smiled and said, "With several famous actors and actresses acting in 'The Legend of Empresses in the Palace' at the same time, just this gimmick is enough to attract these TV stations."
Xiao Yunhai said, "Uncle, I still hope to be able to participate in the advertising share. I don't believe that any TV station can handle a huge investment of 600 million yuan alone. "
The TV stations were like this. If the ratings were high, the advertising fees would be high, and the TV stations would have enough funds to buy better TV series.
If the ratings were low, the advertising fees would be correspondingly low. If the TV stations didn't have the money, they wouldn't be able to buy good TV series. This was a vicious cycle, where the good ones were better and the bad ones were worse.
Zhao Mingsheng nodded and said with a smile, "It seems that you didn't play enough last time. Alright, since you're so confident, I'll tell everyone later. "
In order to understand more about 'The Legend of Empresses in the Palace', the TV station executives watched it for six to seven hours. It wasn't until four in the afternoon that they walked out of the screening room reluctantly. They ate their lunch inside the restaurant.
When Song Longqi saw Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing in the reception room, he immediately gave them a thumbs up and said, "Excellent, absolutely excellent. Miss Zhao is indeed the Golden Goblet Best Actress. Her acting skills are impeccable. Is this really Mr. Xiao's first time directing a TV series? If I didn't know beforehand, I would've thought that it was the work of a famous director from Hua Xia. "
"That's right." Liu Changfa, the deputy director of Qilu TV Station, nodded and said, "This series is the best Qing Dynasty TV series I've ever seen. Whether it's the lines, the setting, the costumes, the props, or the acting skills of the actors, they're all the best in the industry. It seems that we're going to have to spend a lot of money this time. "
After hearing the two's words, Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing looked at each other and smiled.
Xiao Yunhai said, "To be able to receive such praise from all the leaders, Yunhai can finally rest assured."
At this moment, Wang Mingsheng said to everyone, "Everyone, I believe that all of you have seen the quality of 'Empresses in the Palace'. I dare say that this TV series is definitely a rare high-quality TV series in the industry. Because we've invited several best actors and actresses to join us, the production cost has reached 600 million yuan. I don't think it will be easy for any TV station to buy it with funds. "
"Therefore, we think that if everyone can replace it with an advertising share like Yunan TV Station, we'll gladly accept it. Everyone, it's getting late. Can we start the bidding now? "
After getting everyone's agreement, Zhao Mingsheng asked the staff to distribute the bidding documents to everyone.
"Ring, ring, ring."
Just as everyone was busy bidding, the phones of the people in charge of the major TV stations all rang at the same time.
After hearing the news from the other side of the phone, many people's faces darkened. Some even seemed to feel lucky.
A staff member of Hanhai Film Investment Company hurriedly ran over and whispered a few words in Zhao Mingsheng's ear. Zhao Mingsheng frowned and gave Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing a look.
The two of them understood and followed Zhao Mingsheng to the door.
Zhao Mingsheng said in a deep voice, "Hongda Entertainment just announced that the 800 million yuan war epic drama 'Chu River and Han Boundary' will be broadcasted on Mango TV next Thursday. It'll be the same channel as us. I reckon that all of them should have received the news. "
Zhao Wanqing frowned and said, "Don't worry, Dad. Our 'Empresses in the Palace' won't lose to 'Chu River and Han Boundary'."
Zhao Mingsheng said, "What I'm mainly worried about is that many TV stations will give up when they see this situation."
Xiao Yunhai thought for a moment and said with a smile, "That's not necessarily the case. Maybe it's a good thing for us. "
Zhao Wanqing was puzzled and asked, "What do you mean by that?"
Xiao Yunhai smiled mysteriously and said, "Wait a moment. You'll know when you see the bidding documents."
Zhao Wanqing snorted and muttered, "Deliberately mystifying things."
Zhao Mingsheng was deep in thought.
Half an hour later, all of the bidding documents were put together.
Zhao Wanqing picked up one of the bidding documents and saw that it said, "60% of the advertising fees."
She picked up another one and said, "55% of the advertising fees."
More than ten bidding documents were basically using the advertising fees to pay for the purchase of 'Empresses in the Palace'. Xiao Yunhai laughed and said, "As expected."
Zhao Mingsheng looked at Zhao Wanqing who was still confused and said, "Wan Qing, do you still not understand? Due to the momentum of 'Chu River and Han Boundary', all the TV stations are worried that our 'Empresses in the Palace' won't be a match for them. That's why they're using this uncertain advertising fee to buy this drama. "
"If 'Empresses in the Palace' loses, they'll at most earn some advertising fees and won't lose out. If 'Empresses in the Palace' defeats' Chu River and Han Boundary ', then they'll just have to sit back and reap the benefits. "
Zhao Wanqing suddenly understood and said, "If that's the case, regardless of whether 'Empresses in the Palace' wins or loses, these TV stations will be in an invincible position. The only difference is how much they'll earn. That's amazing. Did they discuss this beforehand? They actually thought of this level. "
"There's never a lack of smart people in this world. However, this is exactly what I want. " Xiao Yunhai took out a bidding document and said, "Uncle, Wan Qing, take a look at this one from Jibei TV Station. I think it's pretty good."
Zhao Wanqing took it and read, "The advertising fees will be based on the viewership of 'Empresses in the Palace'. The higher the viewership, the higher the percentage. The highest viewership for 'Empresses in the Palace' was less than 3%.
Therefore, the advertising fees will be 5: 5. If it exceeds 3%, it will be 4: 6. If it exceeds 10%, it will be 3: 7. If it exceeds 10%, it will be 2: 8. This will be the final percentage. "
Zhao Mingsheng heard this and laughed, "This Jibei TV Station really has a good plan."
Xiao Yunhai said, "I really like this kind of win-win distribution. A 2: 8 advertising fee is much higher than 'Step by Step'. "
Zhao Mingsheng said, "You're that confident?"
Zhao Wanqing laughed and said, "Dad, let's not talk about Yunhai. Even I have full confidence in this show."
Zhao Mingsheng said, "If that's the case, let's leave it to Jibei TV Station."
In the reception room, the people in charge of the major TV stations were chatting. They were talking about 'Empresses in the Palace' and 'Chu He Han Boundary'.
"Director Song, do you think 'Empresses in the Palace' has a chance of winning against 'Chu He Han Boundary'? I heard that Director Du has invited all the big names in the film industry. "
Song Longqi laughed and said, "Director Li, 'Chu He Han Boundary' does have a lot of big names, but 'Empresses in the Palace' is not inferior to them. Not to mention other things, there are already four Best Actors and Best Actresses. In addition to this show's high standard and quality, it won't be easy for 'Chu He Han Boundary' to beat it. "
"That's right. We just watched this show. It's really a rare show with a conscience. As long as it's promoted well, 'Chu He Han Boundary' might fail miserably. "
"I don't think so. Mango TV has countless loyal viewers. In addition to the influence of 'Chu He Han Boundary', as long as the quality isn't too bad, it will be very difficult to beat it. "
Just as everyone was discussing, Zhao Mingsheng walked in and said with a smile, "Thank you for your love for 'Empresses in the Palace'. After our unanimous decision, Jibei TV Station has obtained the first screening rights for 'Empresses in the Palace'. Thank you for your participation. Tonight, I'll be the host and treat everyone to a drink. What do you think? "
Qilu TV Station's Deputy Director Liu Changfa said, "Director Zhao, don't be so polite. We still have some things to do, so we won't disturb your company. Director Song, congratulations. "
Song Longqi laughed and said, "Thank you for letting me win."
Song Longqi had seriously studied Xiao Yunhai ever since the "Shocking Step by Step" incident. He discovered that Xiao Yunhai was not only overflowing with talent, but he was also bursting with confidence and had an extremely adventurous spirit in his bones. Whether it was martial arts, music, or film, he liked to sign contracts with people, and he basically won every time.
Therefore, Song Longqi followed Xiao Yunhai's character and used this method of exchanging ratings for advertising shares. Sure enough, it worked immediately.
When the people in charge of the major TV stations came to Hanhai Entertainment, they naturally gave red packets before leaving.
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