"I guess I need to ask about this."
Wang Youqing thought for a moment and went through the company's terms, past cases, and miscellaneous factors, but still couldn't guarantee it completely.
Chen Zhu was a little surprised, knowing that his request was for a stall in Wandu Plaza.
However, Wang Youqing did not refuse immediately, but only expressed that he needed to ask.
What does this mean?
It shows that the leader of the faction behind him should be one of the top leaders of the group.
If you are just the person in charge of a large area, you will probably reject it directly because it is beyond the scope of your capabilities.
Now that he had tested the opponent's strength, Chen Zhu lowered his conditions without any psychological barriers.
Chen Chu is a smart man. He knows that there are three points to pay attention to when negotiating:
First, quarreling does not affect relationships.
The second is to test things anytime and anywhere, and to make changes at any time. Some people are stubborn and don't know how to adapt, and they miss good opportunities for cooperation.
Third, no matter how much changes are made, the bottom line cannot be changed.
But the bottom line is often very simple, and may only be summarized in one sentence——
As long as that line is touched, I would rather not cooperate.
That kind of long-winded bargaining is often not the real bottom line.
Chen Zhu was analyzing quickly in his head. Of course, Wang Youqing was not idle either. He was very optimistic about this project and also hoped that Chen Zhu would take the lead so that he could get a share of the pie.
So Wang Youqing continued to make suggestions: "If you can do something in Wantu Square, then that will be a sufficient reason. Can the Learning Network be opened in the square?"
"Can't open it."
Chen Zhu shook his head: "Learning Netbook is mainly about online business. If it is a physical business, it will be offline training. This is not the track of Study.com, that is the place occupied by New Oriental."
"Too."
Wang Youqing did not continue to force it, but began to feel regretful in his heart.
Based on Chen Zhu's requirements and the current situation within the group, the probability of success is not high.
If things had gone by before, Wang Youqing might still be able to show off his unreasonable style, half forcing and half fooling Chen into participating.
Now that they understand each other, Wang Youqing doesn't want to offend this young man at all.
Seeing the enthusiasm on Wang Youqing's face slowly fading, Chen Zhu picked up the Maotai and took a few sips to himself.
After a while, he suddenly asked: "Is your Wantu Cinema directly operated or franchised?"
"Cinema?"
Wang Youqing was stunned.
Chen Zhu's chat span was a bit long, so Wang Youqing thought for a while before replying: "I'm not familiar with that area, why don't I ask now?"
Chen Zhu smiled and nodded: "Thank you for your hard work."
Wang Youqing blinked, inexplicably feeling that tonight's drinking party was actually being dominated by Chen Zhu.
About 10 minutes later, Wang Youqing came back to the box from outside with his cell phone in hand.
He said: "Currently, Wandou Cinemas in first- and second-tier cities are basically directly operated, but it is said that franchises are allowed in third- and fourth-tier cities. Especially now that the group's main focus is on commercial real estate, the film and television business is rapidly promoted.
Time is slow."
After telling these basic information, Wang Youqing asked: "Why are you interested?"
Chen Zhu was silent for a while, and then said "hmm".
In 2007, the domestic film industry had not yet fully exploded, and the total box office for the entire year was only 3.3 billion yuan.
By 2023, one weight-loss movie will almost double the current annual box office.
Consider that the revenue of an entire industry is only 3.3 billion. It is normal for some real estate tycoons to look down upon it. It is not as fast as building a house to make money.
However, Chen Zhu knew that he would not lose money by investing in a "cinema chain". After all, as people's living standards improve, their spiritual and cultural needs also increase.
"Watching movies" is a time-saving, effort-saving, and cost-effective way of spiritual entertainment.
Young people have a romantic date and watch a movie;
I don’t know how to celebrate my anniversary as a middle-aged person, just watch a movie;
doi seeks excitement and goes to the movies... In the emergency escape route of the cinema, the door closes and the excitement is stolen;
Wan Tu entered the film industry in 2005. This vision is relatively long-term. You must know that Tencent and Alibaba only launched the film and television industry layout in 2014, a full 10 years behind.
So Chen Zhu was thinking just now that since he had to deepen his relationship with Wandu, he might as well join Wandu Cinema.
Since the shopping malls in the central locations of first-tier cities are directly operated by Wantu, then join the ones in smaller cities in third-tier, fourth-tier, fifth-tier, seventh-tier, eighth-tier, and ninth-tier cities, and you will only make less money anyway.
Moreover, this is the way of "franchising", and you will continue to use the name [Wantou Cinema], which is equivalent to spending your own money to help you build a reputation.
Is it interesting enough to just focus on this?
However, Wang Youqing was hesitant, or even misunderstood.
"In business, it's important to do it only if you're not familiar with it. I heard that you majored in economics, which is not comparable to making movies."
Wang Youqing said: "Brother, if you want to play a female star, I have many ways."
Wang Youqing didn't know the future development of the film and television industry, and thought Chen Zhu was a coquettish guy who planned to sleep with women.
Chen Zhu couldn't help but laugh, he was discussing the issue seriously.
Under the current situation, Chen Zhu can think of a way of cooperation that is beneficial to both parties.
Moreover, investing in a movie theater now may only cost 300,000 to 500,000. When the film industry enters its explosive period in two or three years, Chen Zhu will also complete large-scale operations in small and medium-sized cities.
If Wantu Group wants to take it back at that time, it will form a complete top-down layout.
If a movie theater does not have a recycling price of more than 2 million to 3 million, Chen Zhu may not pay attention to it.
"That's it."
Chen Zhu waved his hand, indicating that there was no need to discuss it further: "All the conditions remain unchanged. I am still responsible for all the preparatory work of the real estate agency. You don't need to come forward, you just need to give me secret support."
"As for the shares of the intermediary company..."
Chen Zhu raised the standard again: "Your leadership accounted for 15%, Brother Wang, you accounted for 7%. In addition, in order for you to help me speak more clearly on the board of directors, I decided to join Wan Tu's movie theater in small and medium-sized cities. You can
Sign the contract in black and white..."
"You are planning to build a cinema, where will the money come from?"
Wang Youqing interrupted.
Chen Zhu remained silent, picked up his wine glass and clinked it with Wang Youqing, and then said with a wry smile: "What else can we do? Find a bank and a financial institution for a loan. Who can start a business without owing some money?"
Since Chen Zhu started his business, he has basically been self-reliant, except for borrowing some money from Sister Sweet and eating a few meals.
Now we have finally reached this point.
But this is not a bad thing, it just shows that the backdating business has begun to develop in a diversified direction.
In addition, there is room for manipulation in many places regarding "lending", but Chen Zhu would not tell Wang Youqing, but instead acted helpless.
Seeing how loyal Chen Zhu was, even though Wang Youqing was an old man, he was deeply moved.
Because he is in this era, he cannot jump out of the timeline to evaluate Chen Zhu's decision.
I just feel that Chen Zuo gave in again and again, and finally even borrowed money to join the movie theater, just to make his faction less embarrassed on the board of directors.
Wang Youqing drank several glasses of wine in silence, until he finally drank to his heart's content, he sighed and said:
"Brother, you are more than a year younger than me, but you are more courageous than me in doing things. Well, I might as well talk to you about everything."
"Speaking."
Chen Zhu made a gesture of listening attentively.
"My leader has a high position in the group. Even if he doesn't have to do anything, he can't hold less than 20% of the shares."
Wang Youqing raised two fat fingers.
Chen Zhu frowned, this was the necessary reaction.
In fact, this does not touch my bottom line.
Seeing Chen Zhu frowning and seeming angry, Wang Youqing felt a little sorry. He slapped the table and said, "Brother, you have prepared the shares for my leader. Brother, I don't want the shares. I will help you work on this project for nothing!"
Chen shook his head with a dark face, as if to say that I am not targeting you, but your somewhat greedy leader.
"There is no reason to let the horse run and not let the horse eat grass."
Chen Zhu patted Wang Youqing on the shoulder: "Besides, you are a Siberian tiger like Brother Wang, let alone go hungry."
"Don't worry, Brother Wang!"
Chen Zhu said loudly: "If this project can't be successful, we two brothers have tried our best; if it can be successful, your share will be the amount just mentioned!"
Chen Zhu has a fair and sunny appearance, but his heroic appearance seems a bit inconsistent in comparison.
But Wang Youqing doesn't know or dare to make fun of him. Chen Zhu showed a strong and complex personality charm today.
So much so that a gangster like Wang Youqing who was not stingy was somewhat impressed at this moment.
"I will report to the leader when I get home in the evening!"
Wang Youqing said immediately.
Judging from the decisive tone, he would probably speak for Chen Zhu fiercely, because it is also in his own interests.
Chen Zhu calmed down at this time. He said that he would make a preliminary copy about "real estate agency" when he went back tonight.
However, the two have been chatting until now, and Wang Youqing has never asked Chen Zhu to meet the big boss in the group.
Chen Zhu analyzed that there may be two possibilities. One is that Wang Youqing is unwilling to share his connections with others;
The other is that the big boss himself doesn't want to meet him to avoid giving trouble to his competitors.
No matter which one, Chen Zhuo can understand and accept it with his open mind, but given his city, the proper etiquette is indispensable.
"Brother Wang, I plan to give your leader some local specialties."
Chen Zhu said as if casually: "I have to ask you to help me forward it."
"oh."
Wang Youqing originally just nodded casually, but when he noticed Chen Zhu's intriguing and deep eyes, he suddenly came to his senses and looked at Chen Zhu blankly.
Chen Zhu was also very calm and nodded without hesitation.
Wang Youqing silently raised four fingers.
Chen Zhu shook his head and made a call to Xia Huilan in front of Wang Youqing: "Teacher Xia, go to the bank tomorrow and prepare 500,000 in cash for me. It needs to be done early tomorrow morning. I need it urgently."
Wang Youqing's eyes gradually changed from surprise to passionate admiration.
Before parting, Wang Youqing said to Chen Zhu with emotion: "With your careful work style and open-minded mind, you will become a chess player sooner or later. Brother, I can't do it. I can only be a chess piece in my life."
Chen Zhu didn't seem to understand, and smiled gently: "I don't like to play chess. I like to watch movies in the cinema with my girlfriend."
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