Growth-type Super Rich

A few minutes later, led by a waiter, a tall, slightly lean, fully armed man walked in.

Seeing the person, Gu Bai, although still seated, showed a hint of a smile and pretended to complain: "Not many people dare to be this late to a dinner I've invited to."

The waiter gently closed the box door upon leaving.

The masked and sunglass-wearing man took these off and said in a somewhat gentle, slightly husky voice, "Please forgive me, Chairman Gu. There were too many paparazzi following as soon as I stepped out. Especially now during this sensitive time for me, many reporters are dying to know who I'm meeting these days."

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhou Shuyi's loud voice rang out, "Hu Ge!"

Her voice was so loud that Gu Bai felt a buzzing in his eardrums. Fortunately, the server was well-trained and usually wouldn't enter without a call from the private room guests.

Zhou Shuyi's shout indeed drew everyone's eyes to her, even Gu Bai frowned slightly at her.

Feeling Gu Bai's gaze, Zhou Shuyi immediately realized her gaffe and quickly apologized: "Sorry, Hu Ge has been my idol for many years... but this is the first time seeing him in person, so I got a bit excited... Sorry, Chairman Gu... Sorry, Principal..."

Hu Ge also smiled and thanked Zhou Shuyi.

Gu Bai didn't focus on Zhou Shuyi any longer and continued to address Hu Ge: "It seems Old Hu really values my invitation, coming despite knowing it's a sensitive time."

"How could I not come for Chairman Gu's invitation?"

Facing Hu Ge's courteous words, Gu Bai laughed heartily and said, "Alright, no more standing. Let's sit down. You surely know the Principal, and these here are internet celebrities and platform-signed hosts under me."

Even though Hu Ge is not at superstar status, he's still top-tier in the domestic market, yet he acted very approachable, greeting each of the four internet celebrities.

Soon after sitting down, Gu Bai went straight to the point of why he invited Hu Ge tonight.

"I'll be straightforward. A few days ago, people from our Black Swan Film and Television reported to me that your contract with Tang Ren Film and Television has expired. Is that true?"

Hu Ge, knowing the purpose of Gu Bai's invitation tonight, didn't hold back and nodded directly.

"So what are your thoughts?"

Hu Ge hesitated for a few seconds before slowly saying, "Chairman Gu, I appreciate your offer. It's not that I'm purposely playing hard to get to raise my own value, but if there's even a half chance to reach a deal with Tang Ren Film and Television, I would rather renew with them."

Gu Bai didn't expect that despite coming to this point with Tang Ren Film and Television, Hu Ge still wasn't willing to break up with them.

Seeing this, Gu Bai also furrowed his brows slightly.

"Have you thought about that if you renew with Tang Ren for even the shortest 5-year term that exists in the entertainment industry, you'll be 40 in 5 years? How many peak years do you think you have left to squander like this? Even you should know that Tang Ren Film and Television is struggling to survive now, let alone support your development."

Hearing this, Hu Ge nodded to Gu Bai, "Chairman Gu, I understand what you're saying, but this is just who I am. When I had my accident, Tang Ren Film and Television stuck by me through thick and thin. Even when I suffered from facial injuries that could almost ruin an acting career, they accepted me and supported me, so I can't leave Tang Ren now."

Hearing these words, Gu Bai chuckled, "Do you think this is a virtuous act of gratitude? In my eyes, it's just foolish!

Sure, Tang Ren Film and Television didn't abandon you back then because of their foresight in management, but so what? What does that prove? You've earned them enough money all these years, right?"

Seeing Hu Ge remain silent, Gu Bai continued, "And your contract dispute isn't just about a disagreement over remuneration splits, is it? The fact that you're willing to sacrifice 5 golden years and advancement opportunities for Tang Ren means it isn't about money.

If that's the case, then there can only be one reason: Tang Ren Film and Television is forcing you to do TV dramas or movies, right?"

Once Gu Bai finished speaking, Hu Ge's eyes showed a flicker of shock, but as a professional actor, he quickly masked it. However, it didn't escape Gu Bai who was closely observing him.

With this in mind, Gu Bai poured fuel onto the fire.

"Given that Tang Ren Film and Television is so desperate they need you to do bad projects to recoup funds, you still want to stay?

In other words, the fact that they are forcing you to accept bad projects shows their past affection for you has faded. If you stubbornly stay loyal to Tang Ren, isn't that just foolishness?"

Seeing that Hu Ge was beginning to be swayed, Gu Bai's lips curled slightly.

Since Hu Ge came today, it shows he's at least somewhat interested in Gu Bai's offer, otherwise, he could have just found an excuse to refuse. What could Gu Bai do, drag him here by force?

With this thought, Gu Bai called for Gu Yi outside the door.

The two-meter-tall Gu Yi immediately opened the door and walked in.

"Hand me the file I placed with you."