The Strongest Mad Son-in-law

Everyone here had substantial assets; otherwise, they wouldn't have been invited.

However, a startup capital of 13 billion was indeed too high.

These people might own assets worth over a hundred billion, but assets and available liquid capital are not the same.

Asking them to produce tens of billions or even over a hundred billion in capital at once, most of them could not comply.

After his secretary finished explaining all the blueprints, Li Chenggong slowly stood up, smiled, and said, "At Imperial Entertainment Group, we do not act unless necessary, and when we do, we make it big. We are uninterested in projects below 13 billion. Moreover, this investment in Tiannan is merely starting with 13 billion. I anticipate investing over 30 billion. However, we need to find a partner, and we seek only one exclusive partner. Therefore, our partner must also possess substantial financial strength to support this."

Most people understood Li Chenggong's requirements for partners. Till now, for every investment he had made, he always engaged with just one partner and never allowed that partner to involve others, which he explained was to minimize financial disputes.

Many who came tonight were purely there to fill the space, but they also harbored a sliver of hope to establish a connection with Li Chenggong.

Although the hope was slim, none wanted to miss even the slightest opportunity.

Li Chenggong continued, "I'm new here and unfamiliar with everything. If there's anything unclear, I would appreciate your guidance."

As soon as Li Chenggong finished speaking, many were instantly eager to engage.

This was the best chance to get close to Li Chenggong. Nobody wanted to give it up, but, though many wanted to seize this opportunity, they didn't quite dare—after all, this stage was not meant for such minor forces to contend. Their roles today were merely to play supporting roles.

The Patriarch of the Wu Family, Wu Yong, immediately stood up and said, "Haha, don't worry, Old Mr. Li. I've lived here so long that I have each hill and stream etched in my heart, extremely familiar with everything. I will gladly accompany you around Huadu, to savor its mountains and waters."

Although Tiannan Province is more towards the west of Huaya, the flourishing film and television industry is located in the east. Thus, Tiannan Province's filmmaking was a blank slate. Now with such a great opportunity presenting itself, and the Li Family Head coming out in person for negotiations, the Wu Family, of course, did not want to miss out.

Sun Decong did not want to appear weak and immediately stood up, saying, "Old Mr. Li, to claim knowledge about Tiannan, I should be the guide. I once traveled almost all of Tiannan Province when I was younger. I can definitely be an admirable guide."

The Qian Family was not particularly enthusiastic about this affair— they primarily engage in the processing and sale of jade artifacts and jewelry, specializing only in this field and not meddling in others. Although it meant missing out on many opportunities, it also cemented the Qian Family's dominant position in Huaya's jewelry industry.

The Zhou Family was internally and externally troubled nowadays, and Zhou Jiandong had not seized complete control. Therefore, he dared not make significant moves, and the 13 billion was beyond his rights to utilize.

The other Seven Small Families seemed incredibly powerful to ordinary people, but at this moment, they simply did not have the capital to compete.

Thus, the situation had evolved into a contest between the Sun and Wu Families, both unyielding in their exchange of words.

Film bases do not just make money from filmmaking and box office sales; they also gain considerable added value from the celebrities they create. The commercial value a top-tier superstar can bring is immeasurable.

Seeing the two families arguing incessantly, Li Chenggong then smiled and said, "Gentlemen, how about this? You both demonstrate sufficient sincerity, and let me consider it for myself."

Wu Yong immediately said, "The Wu Family is willing to put up 13 billion in startup capital!"

The crowd instantly held their breath. Wu Yong had thrown down 13 billion right from the start—it seemed both Family Heads were serious.

Sun Decong did not show any weakness and said, "The Sun Family, 12 billion!"

"The Wu Family, 13 billion!"

In the blink of an eye, the two had escalated the intended investment amount to a total of 20 billion!

Seeing that both Family Heads were truly about to clash, Chen Hai quickly stepped forward to mediate, "Gentlemen, let's not argue anymore. This can't be settled in a moment; let's discuss it slowly in the future."

Mao Jinxi then spoke up with a light smile, "Can't be settled now? Uncle Wu, my Mao Family will provide you with 20 billion in funds, free of charge!"

The day Mao Jinxi had lost the auction for the Nine Star Chain Ring was because he couldn't spend too much on luxury, lest his brothers find something to hold against him.

But today, he was conducting business. Flinging 20 billion without even blinking.

With Mao Jinxi's statement, the entire venue was somewhat agitated. Truly befitting the young master of the wealthiest family in Jiangnan, the Mao Family—opening his mouth meant 20 billion!

Although Wu Yong was very pleased, he felt somewhat anxious and then said to Li Chenggong, "Old Mr. Li, the Mao Family is offering us funds freely. Does this count?"