Chapter 1498: Producer?

People always use the darkest thoughts to speculate about others' intentions, and the anxiety of gains and losses made Zhao Fusheng lose his original composure.

When we regard something as extremely important, we feel that wherever we go, someone will try to take it.

A beggar always worries about the few coins in his bowl, a rich man always worries about the gold bars in his safe at home. The value between the two is vastly different, but the feeling is the same.

For Zhao Fusheng, he felt that the foresight in his mind was exactly like this.

After all, this thing has a time limit, and he never knew when, or whether someone would follow the original historical trajectory and finish the task.

Therefore, after confirming Ning Hao's new script, Zhao Fusheng began urging Ye Jing to set up the project for "Crazy Racer" as soon as possible.

In Zhao Fusheng's own words: "Since we've decided to shoot, let's shoot it quickly. Even if it doesn't pass censorship, it's okay; we can take our time polishing it."

Although he found his words somewhat inexplicable, Ye Jing still followed Zhao Fusheng's instructions and began preparations for the crew.

And Ning Hao, on the other hand, was naturally very happy.

A woman adorns herself for the one who delights in her; a scholar dies for the one who knows him.

As a director, especially a young one, Ning Hao knew very well that even though he had a hit like "Crazy Stone" as a precedent, in the eyes of investors, he was still just a potential stock.

What is a potential stock?

It means having investment value, but there's no need to place all hopes on him.

But Zhao Fusheng did the opposite. Ning Hao could clearly feel that Zhao Fusheng had high expectations for him, even a sense of unwavering belief.

There is no absolute loyalty in this world.

When the cost of loyalty far exceeds that of betrayal, almost no one can maintain loyalty.

The so-called lack of absolute loyalty is just that the price for betrayal isn't high enough.

The so-called price here does not simply refer to money and power, but also includes life and emotions.

Ning Hao was no exception.

What Future Film and Zhao Fusheng gave him was undoubtedly more than what he would get if he left the company, so he naturally had no reason to leave.

In fact, Zhao Fusheng was also aware of this, which is why he treated Ning Hao so favorably.

Of course, Ning Hao's contract was also harsh; if he wanted to leave the company, he would have to pay a considerable price.

One hand wields a stick, the other offers a carrot—this was Zhao Fusheng's way of managing subordinates.

To be honest, he really admired the predecessors who sacrificed for their ideals during the war years, because in those people, there was no thought of loyalty or disloyalty; they could truly give everything for their ideals and beliefs.

But in this era, profit comes first, and people's hearts are no longer pure.

Zhao Fusheng himself was a refined egoist, so he had no right to mock others for being selfish.

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September 20, 2006, clear.

"Crazy Racer" officially passed review and the project was successfully established.

Future Film officially announced to the public that it would form the crew for "Crazy Racer," with director Ning Hao, and starring Huang Bo and Xu Zheng.

Producers: Ye Jing, Han Shanping.

Producer: Zhao Fusheng.

Holy shit!

"Are you kidding me?"

When Zhao Fusheng saw the news, he was utterly dismayed. He rushed to the film company's building with the newspaper and asked Ye Jing in surprise: "Me as producer? Are you joking?"

Facing Zhao Fusheng's inquiry, Ye Jing smiled slightly: "Do I look like someone who likes to joke about work?"

Zhao Fusheng was silent.

He still trusted Ye Jing's character and knew he wasn't the type to casually joke about work, but the problem was, making him the producer of a movie—that was too unreliable!

"No, I have no experience at all," Zhao Fusheng said to Ye Jing. "Besides, it's not appropriate for me to be a producer, is it?"

By 'inappropriate,' he naturally meant his identity as chairman of the Future Group.

"First, not many people know you're the chairman. Second, Zheng Zong and I discussed it, and since you like to understand every aspect of the company, we think you should get more involved in the company's management."

Looking at Zhao Fusheng, Ye Jing said sincerely.

Zhao Fusheng was startled, then his expression turned serious: "Are you serious?"

"Of course."

Ye Jing's expression was also serious, and he said calmly: "This is good for you and for us."

Sighing inwardly, Zhao Fusheng felt a bit helpless, but he understood that Dong Chenxi, Zheng Yao, and even Ye Jing had good intentions for him.

Not everyone, like Zhao Fusheng, had the memory of foresight.

To outsiders, or to the top management of the Future Group, their chairman seemed to be someone who liked to meddle in company affairs. For corporate management, this was undoubtedly a very troublesome thing.

Although Zhao Fusheng was the company's boss, if he always interfered in the company's matters, it would indeed be difficult for the heads of subsidiaries.

Because no one could guarantee that every decision the chairman made was correct.

Once Zhao Fusheng made a wrong decision, the company would inevitably have to pay for his choice.

This was a paradox.

Zhao Fusheng made decisions based on his foresight. Only he knew that his decisions would never go wrong.

But in the eyes of Zheng Yao and others, although Zhao Fusheng had never made a mistake over the years, if he did make a mistake, it would surely be a huge problem.

So, after much thought, they felt it was better to let Zhao Fusheng participate more in the company's various projects, so he could understand the company's situation better and be more cautious when making decisions.

"Alright, since that's the case, I'll listen to you."

Zhao Fusheng finally had to nod in agreement.

After all, everyone meant well, and he wasn't particularly averse to this kind of thing.

"To be honest, I also hope you can get more involved in the company's projects," Ye Jing said seriously to Zhao Fusheng. "It's not just Zheng Zong's idea; it's mine too."

"Why?"

Zhao Fusheng was a bit surprised; he hadn't noticed that Ye Jing had this thought.

"To be honest, don't you think that only by understanding more can you make more correct decisions?" Ye Jing said sincerely to Zhao Fusheng. "And I think you have a real talent for film and television; it shouldn't be wasted."

Zhao Fusheng was speechless.

Talent?

Me?

This was probably the funniest joke in the world.

But he couldn't explain to Ye Jing that his talent came from foresight, from having watched some movies and TV shows in his previous life.

Of course, in a sense, it could be considered a kind of talent.

Well, a talent that would be consumed and then lost one day.

But he did think Ye Jing was right; getting more involved in the production process of films and TV shows couldn't hurt.

For the Future Group to develop, he, as the helmsman, couldn't really be completely ignorant.

Although he had read many books on corporate management since his rebirth, Zhao Fusheng knew he had no practical experience.

And now, it was undoubtedly a very good opportunity for him to put what he had learned from books into practice.

"Alright, I'll take on the role of producer."

After considering it, Zhao Fusheng said to Ye Jing: "But you'd better assign me an assistant. Making a movie isn't a one- or two-day thing. The project has just been set up, and there's still a lot to do. If my wife gives birth, I won't have time to deal with the crew's matters."

This was the truth. Nothing was more important than Fan Baobao and the child in her belly. If she were to give birth, Zhao Fusheng wouldn't care about the crew at all.

Ye Jing naturally understood and smiled, nodding: "Don't worry about that. Although you're the nominal producer, we actually have a team. When the time comes, you can bring Wu Sijie along to participate."

Zhao Fusheng grunted in acknowledgment, and the matter was settled.