The reason why Xu Tianyao wanted to enter the comics industry was mainly because of his publishing ability.
If he could have a well-known publishing house, it would be very convenient for him to run a newspaper or a magazine.
As a person who had transmigrated from the 21st century, he knew the importance of the media all too well.
Especially in this era where computers had not yet started to run rampant, the role of traditional publishing media was even greater.
After finding out which comic publishing house Ma Rongcheng was at, Xu Tianyao was surprised.
Ma Rongcheng's publishing firm was actually quite famous in Hong Kong ten years ago. However, due to its business in recent years, it had begun to decline to the point where it needed to sell large-scale erotic magazines to maintain its business.
Moreover, according to Ma Rongcheng, the boss of the publishing firm seemed to be considering selling the publishing firm because he owed a large debt and needed money.
When he was sleepy, someone would give him a pillow. Xu Tianyao had a good impression of Ma Rongcheng's boss, even though the two had not met yet.
After inquiring about some details about Ma Rongcheng's publishing house, Xu Tianyao had a rough idea in his heart and began to plan the acquisition in his heart.
"Ah May, why are you leaving? I swear that I will make a lot of money in the future.”
Ma Rongcheng finished a glass of wine and began to talk about alcohol again.
Thump.
Before he could finish, his head fell heavily on the bar counter.
"Put all the money for his drinks on my tab.”
Xu Tianyao had heard everything he needed to know. Seeing that it was getting late, he got up and planned to go home.
……
The next day.
Tsimshatsui, Hop Kee Press.
Xu Tianyao took a look at the door. Although He Ji Press was no longer glorious, the door was still very bright and beautiful.
If he hadn't heard from Ma Rongcheng yesterday, he really wouldn't have known that this was a publishing house that was about to close down.
As soon as he entered through the door, Xu Tianyao saw Ma Rongcheng with dark circles under his eyes.
"Brother, you were the one who invited me to drink last night. You don't have to come to collect debts so early in the morning, right?”
When Ma Rongcheng saw Xu Tianyao, his expression immediately darkened. He hurriedly walked to his ear and whispered,
Xu Tianyao couldn't help but smile." Don't worry. I, Xu Tianyao, will treat you to a few drinks. I won't go back on my word. I'm here to talk business with your boss. Help me introduce him."”
Ma Rongcheng frowned and sized up Xu Tianyao seriously.
Last night at the bar, he already knew Xu Tianyao's identity. He was just a very famous gangster.
Since when were young and dangerous people interested in publishing houses?
However, he was still a little afraid that Xu Tianyao would expose the embarrassing incident last night, so he could only bring him to his boss 'office.
Dong dong dong!
"Come in!"
After a while, an impatient voice came from the office.
Ma Rongcheng braced himself and brought Xu Tianyao in. Then, he said to the boss,"Boss, this Mr. Xu is looking for you. He says he has a business deal to discuss with you.”
After saying that, he left Xu Tianyao behind and ran out by himself.
"Mr. Xu, right? What business do you want to discuss with me?”
Ma Rongcheng's boss was not old. He looked to be in his thirties, but because of his debt, the wrinkles on his eyebrows were very obvious.
Xu Tianyao sat down on the chair opposite him with a faint smile on his face and said,"Boss Chen, I heard that you want to make a deal?”
"I wonder where Mr. Xu heard this news from? Why should I sell it?”
When Boss Chen heard this, he immediately perked up. However, he wasn't stupid. At least he didn't reveal all his trump cards as soon as he opened his mouth.
Xu Tianyao smiled and shook his head."He Ji's situation is considered good? As far as I know, there are currently two magazines and one newspaper under the joint venture. Since the year before last, they have been in a state of loss. Boss Chen, do you think this is good?”
Since he had made up his mind to acquire He Ji, Xu Tianyao naturally had to do his homework.
When Boss Chen heard that Xu Tianyao had pulled off his loincloth, his expression immediately began to become awkward. His eyes were erratic, and no one knew what he was planning.
"It seems that Mr. Xu knows a lot about He Ji. However, even if I really want to sell He Ji, I wonder what price Mr. Xu can offer?”
After thinking for a few minutes, Boss Chen went straight to the point and asked Xu Tianyao how much money he was prepared to pay. He had no choice. He was really suffocated by the debt.
"Three hundred thousand."
Xu Tianyao extended three fingers and said firmly.
"You want to buy He Ji with just 300,000 yuan? Mr. Xu, are you joking with me?”
When Boss Chen heard this number, his face turned red as if he had been greatly insulted.
At the height of its glory, He Ji's annual profit was between a few million and ten million. Although the magazine company was losing money now, it had been in business for more than ten years. Just the customer base alone was a huge fortune.
However, no matter how he pretended to be angry, Xu Tianyao was indifferent.
"Mr. Xu, this isn't business. You're clearly taking advantage of a burning house.”
Boss Chen put his hands on the table and glared at Xu Tianyao angrily.
After Xu Tianyao looked at him for a while, he stood up and turned to leave.
"Boss Chen, you have to think carefully. It's not easy to owe He Lian Sheng money.”
As he turned around, Xu Tianyao threw out his trump card at a moderate speed.
Boss Chen looked at Xu Tianyao in horror. His face turned pale as he pointed at him and said,"How…how did you know?"
Xu Tianyao smiled but didn't say anything. He had found out last night that Boss Chen was in a hurry to sell He Ji because he owed a huge debt to He Lian Sheng's casino and was in a hurry to pay it back.
However, in Hong Kong today, other than Ming Pao and Guangming Daily, which had a big background, 80% of the other publishing houses were losing money. How could they sell them in a short time?
He had already released the news for almost half a month, and there was not even a single inquiry. Xu Tianyao was the first to walk into his office.
"If you've thought it through, you can call me at this number.”
Xu Tianyao did not say anything else. He left a phone number and walked towards the door.
One step.
Two steps.
Three steps.
"Wait a minute, Mr. Xu."
Hearing Boss Chen's desperate voice, Xu Tianyao revealed a bright smile. However, in Boss Chen's eyes, Xu Tianyao's smile made his heart bleed.
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