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Chapter 355: Chapter 167 A Game of Chess
How to swindle Old Man had to be carefully planned, but the sweet-talk for Li Ziqi was already at its final step.
When Su Huai and Cheese returned after half an hour outside, she had just put down her phone, vigorously rubbing her face.
"Mr. Liu from Hangzhou Weiniang asked me when I was going to sign the contract. I told him I couldn’t sign with him anymore, and he insisted on coming over personally..."
It certainly wasn’t going to be that easy.
Liu from Hangzhou Weiniang had set his sights on her a long time ago; he wouldn’t let go easily. Now, he was coming to add trouble.
Cheese felt a bit restless, eager to deliver the final push.
But Su Huai was not in a hurry at all; he held Cheese’s shoulder, asking with ease and straightforwardness, "Does it feel bad inside?"
"Mhm."
Li Ziqi nodded somberly, recalling, "He was the first fan to visit me. He came specially in June and told me that both he and his spouse particularly liked my videos, which greatly encouraged me..."
Su Huai nodded.
Liu was a bit shady, but his eye for talent was good, and he had done quite well in the initial stages—when the benefits on Li Ziqi weren’t significant, he indeed played a positive and active role.
Therefore, Su Huai was not in a hurry to smear him but casually changed the subject, "How about it, is there anything in the contract that you don’t understand?"
"Yes!"
Li Ziqi became spirited all at once, raising her hand to point at a particular clause.
Su Huai saw that she was puzzled about the rights and responsibilities of a fixed salary.
It wasn’t because the terms were too strict, but rather too generous, making them unbelievable.
Li Ziqi asked nervously, "Really just giving money for nothing, without any demands?"
Su Huai put on a performance of a noble patron encountering a young stallion, emotionally stating, "I am a representative of capital. Generally speaking, capital only adds icing to the cake, seeking the smallest investment for the biggest return.
However, not all capital is equal.
Some capital only wants to consume without working; getting them to work is harder than killing them.
Other capital is willing to start from scratch with its investment subject, growing slowly, exchanging time for the future.
To describe it as vision may sound vague, almost like sweet-talking. But the real reason is simple—
We have a stronger capacity for risk because we have more money, fewer concerns, and low costs. So we don’t have to rush for quick results, and we can offer the best conditions and the most comprehensive protection to our investment subjects, thereby maximizing the chances of ultimate success.
On the other hand, those who are eager for quick wins use money that’s not their own; it’s either borrowed or raised, with a bunch of creditors or shareholders on their back pushing them to make a profit quickly—where would they find the leisure to move steadily and slowly?
They wish they could devour all of the profits in front of them in one bite. Working with them means preparing to be skinned and boned.
But our plan for you is very long-term, with no profit requirements for at least two years. However, we’re not concerned about our basic needs, whereas you are. You need to eat, take care of your grandma, buy tools and materials...
That’s why the company wants to give you a fixed monthly salary. That amount of money isn’t going to make you rich; it’s just a safety net to let you concentrate on filming.
If it’s an investment of a protective nature, of course, it would come with no obligations. You just take it and put your mind at ease.
The contract doesn’t specify the service team clause, but in fact, we’ve prepared one for you as well, also paid for by the company. Additionally, if you have large-scale shooting ideas and need the company’s help or coordination, all related costs will be borne by us..."
Su Huai purposely detailed where money would be spent, which was crucial for the pragmatic Li Ziqi.
She was indeed greatly moved, murmuring, "Mr. Liu only talked to me about the photographer and the assistant..."
Gou Huai pursed his lips and smiled.
Adding ointment to the eyes, he was extremely professional at it!
"Does it feel overly generous, almost unbelievable?
"Jiajia, the last thing I want to tell you is that capital has levels, and so do promising talents.
Years ago, Masayoshi Son invested tens of millions of dollars in Jack Ma, and now President Xu is supporting Dong full force. And you, in my heart, are the Jack Ma of bloggers, with a touch of Dong!
Because you’re worth it, we’re willing to give everything, betting that at the end of this road, there will be countless flowers and applause waiting for you.
You must also believe in your own value, never mind how others sweet-talk, but observe what they do."
"Mhm, mhm!"
Li Ziqi nodded vigorously, with a determined expression that, despite being somewhat handicapped, she firmly believed that she could manage to walk a few steps without any problem.
Her low EQ was apparent once again, as she complained bitterly, "Mr. Liu is fine in every other respect, but he always goes on and on about what will happen after the partnership and what kind of promotions will be done, what resources will be provided, but he never talks about money... With your thirty thousand fixed salary, think of the many problems I could solve?!"
Gou Huai said not a word about Hangzhou Weiniang, yet he managed to inflict visible wounds on Liu...
What is called top-notch business warfare?
Use my goodness to highlight your rottenness, of course.
Oh, how simple...
Even without knowing the future, Li Ziqi at this moment deserved the ten thousand a month for settling down; she had created a unique path, and although not very popular currently, even the president of Mei Pai liked watching her videos—wasn’t that worth the money?
But the problem was, Mr. Liu might well recognize her value; too bad Weiniang couldn’t afford it...
Despite knowing this, Su Huai deliberately led Li Ziqi to think about this matter, wanting to end Liu’s last bit of hope.
Compete with me for people? You’re blind in your heart!
And the most brilliant stroke?
Gou Huai, who had gained greatly, actually turned around and spoke "fair words" for Weiniang.
"Actually, MCN agencies sometimes really struggle; with thousands of anchors and bloggers they fancy, if they sign a few hundred to a thousand, who do they give a salary to and who do not?"
