Chu Tian, feeling the threat at his waist gone, quickly reached down to rub it and said with a wry smile, "It's just that I wrote a novel before, made some money, and then opened a company. It was initially meant to be a cover for my identity, but things just turned out this way."
"A cover for your identity? So, you're saying this company is really yours?" Xu Qingqiu looked at Chu Tian with a stunned expression, mouth agape, her mind churning and unable to make sense of it.
"Pretty much. I gave Hou some shares since he's worked so hard, and it's not easy, right?"
Hearing this, Xu Qingqiu felt a mix of amusement and exasperation. "Why do I feel like such a failure..."
"What's wrong? Where have you failed? Isn't this all pretty good?"
"Hmph~ You have the nerve to say that. Just maintaining a studio is driving me insane, so how can I not feel like a failure compared to you? You casually started a company, which was just a front for your identity, and in no time a hit variety show with an investment of over one hundred million comes out. Right, and you bought a villa for over twenty million!" At this point, Xu Qingqiu's gaze sharpened as she looked at Chu Tian, pretending to grind her teeth. "Oh, and I seem to have heard that your company is shooting a TV drama, right? Looking at it this way, your company is worth so much more than my studio. Since when did you become so impressive?"
"Haha, impressive? It's okay, I guess. Maybe in the future, you'll find out I've got even more up my sleeve," Chu Tian said, not without a sense of pride. Of course, he was bragging quite a bit. He knew that if it weren't for finding the right person in Hou Yichuan, the company would never have developed as it had. It's all a matter of luck, I guess,
"Sigh... compared to you, I'm thinking about merging my studio into your company..." Xu Qingqiu mused. "Right! Why don't you take over my studio? That way, I won't have to worry so much, and who knows, it might even level up my studio! What do you say, Chu Tian? Why don't you take it over?"
Chu Tian frowned slightly, contemplating. Actually, taking it over *is* an option. With Hou Yichuan managing, it *would* surely be better than having Xu Qingqiu and Li Chunhua, those two half-baked managers. But now *is* not the time. First off, how *to* calculate the share issue? *Should* it be a capital purchase or a cross-shareholding merger? What about the old employees? What about Li Chunhua? *Would* she be willing? And, if we merge, we *will* inevitably have to face Baise Entertainment, and perhaps even battle it out with Habes in the background. Is Unlimited Entertainment ready for this? *Do* they have the capacity?
He thought for a moment and said, "Don't rush it. Taking it over is not out of the question. That way, you could focus on singing. But now's not the time. Let's wait a bit more, shall we?"
As it turned out, Xu Qingqiu and Li Chunhua truly lacked the ability to run a company.
It's just that each person has their own specialty, and the direction each excels in is different.
Don't think that it's just a studio. In name, it's a studio, but in reality, it's just another representation of a company. Even a studio can make it into the top 500. It all depends on the capability of the manager.
"Fine, I really don't have the knack for this. I'm already exhausted just managing what I have now. It seems I really need a professional," Xu Qingqiu said with a sigh.
"Don't worry. You have me to help you, right?"
"Hmph~ Nice talk. How come you didn't help me before? You scumbag~"
"Nonsense, how have I not helped you? Isn't Youmeng me? Have you forgotten all those songs I've written for you?"
"Hmm~ Isn't that supposed to be the case? I'm your girlfriend, aren't I?"
After Xu Qingqiu finished speaking, the two of them looked at each other and couldn't help but burst into laughter. Although they had just confirmed their relationship not long ago, they had known each other for a very long time. So there was none of that awkwardness that other new couples might feel; instead, their familiarity and understanding of each other were even stronger. They also didn't keep things as separate as other people might; although they didn't say it, they both remembered each other's kindness. For example, when Xu Qingqiu suggested Chu Tian take over her studio, without mentioning money, Chu Tian didn't refuse. When Xu Qingqiu mentioned the songs by Youmeng, she also didn't deliberately bring it up, nor did she feel entitled; on the contrary, she was very thankful to Chu Tian deep down, it just wasn't necessary to voice it.
Amidst their laughter and chatter, they quickly arrived at the restaurant they had booked. This was a private kitchen, known for good dishes and privacy, albeit with not many tables available. Chu Tian had heard Wei Liangxiao mention it in passing; as a native of the Capital, Wei Liangxiao knew it well and had even helped Chu Tian make the reservation.
"Is it delicious?"
"Mmhmm, delish~"
"If it's delicious, eat more. We'll come again next time."
"Mm~ That won't do. The concert is starting soon, and Sister Hua already called me yesterday to start watching my diet."
"Watch your diet? No need for that. Being too thin isn't good."
"Hmph, sweet talker. You think I want this? It's all for looking good on camera. How would you feel if I walked around on stage with flab shaking everywhere?"
Hearing this, Chu Tian immediately pictured it and couldn't hold back his laughter.
"Laughing, laughing, you dare to laugh! No, from tomorrow on, you're joining me for workouts!"
Workouts? Working out *is* out of the question—vegetable salads, chicken breast, whole grain juice, protein powder—I *don't* want to go through that ever again in my life, Chu Tian thought.
"No need to work out. You just wait and see. I promise I'll make you slim down without any pain. Go ahead and eat to your heart's content," he said.
"Really? You better not be lying to me. If Sister Hua comes back and sees I've gained weight, she'll kill you!"
"You don't trust me? If you believe me, then eat well. I can definitely help you slim down."
"Well... alright then, I trust you. I haven't had good food in several days, so I won't hold back!" Not sure if it was to reassure Chu Tian or because she truly believed him, Xu Qingqiu ate happily with great satisfaction, seeming to have given up the struggle.
Chu Tian wasn't lying to her. He *has* no painless way to lose weight himself, but he *has* the System! He *hasn't* needed to lose weight for a long time. The Fitness Pills produced by the System not only *enhance* one's constitution but also *maintain* the body in optimal condition, making one look muscular when shirtless and slim when clothed. Giving a few to Xu Qingqiu *won't* make her slim as lightning, but she'*ll* definitely be without an ounce of excess fat.
While the two were enjoying their meal, Xu Qingqiu's phone rang.
"Hello, Yiyi, what's up? Has the Peking Duck not arrived yet?"
"No, Sister Qiu, it's about your concert tickets..."
"What happened to the tickets?"
"The tickets are sold out. Sister Hua said she'll discuss with you tonight whether to add more shows."
"Sold out? That fast?! About adding more shows... We'll talk about it later. Let's eat first."
"Okay, Sister Qiu, then I'll call Sister Hua back."
"Mmhmm, okay, let's not talk about this now."
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