GBP Chapter 139: Being Pulled into Investment
Chapter 139: Being Pulled into Investment
During this gap, a young man in his twenties quietly stepped into the sight of the crowd. He wore a pair of glasses and had a unique temperament. Although he was thin, he was tall and strong, and he looked like a scholar. His face had clear contours and his eyes were bright, revealing a restrained and confident temperament. He was wearing casual clothes, which were clean and tidy without a trace of clutter. Every detail showed his rigor and meticulousness.
He walked quickly towards Hou Jie, his steps steady and powerful, each step revealing his firm determination and confidence.
When he came in front of Hou Jie, he bowed respectfully. Although the action was simple, it was full of sincerity and respect.
When Hou Jie saw this scene, he couldn't help but be stunned. He looked at the young man carefully, but he couldn't remember where he had seen him.
So he politely returned the greeting and said, "Hello, what can I do for you?"
"Hello, Mr. Hou. My name is Zhao Guangliang, and I am the owner of the theater next door. I apologize for disturbing you today. I had the honor of meeting you and your wife in a teahouse some time ago."
When Hou Jie saw him, he was very impressed by his humble, polite and sincere attitude.
After all, you shouldn't hit someone who smiles at you!
Hou Jie thought about it and realized that it was there that he met him once. This was the only time he took his wife to watch an opera.
As a result, he became furious because of Wu Youren's teasing, and finally frightened Wu Youren so much that he hurriedly ran out of the city.
"I don't know sir, what do you want to talk to me about?"
"Mr. Hou, it's not very convenient here. Can you please spare me a moment to talk? How about we go to a private room and talk?"
Hou Jie nodded indifferently, "Sure, please lead the way."
The two found a private room and each chose a comfortable seat to sit down. The room was elegantly decorated and filled with a faint scent of tea, adding a touch of life to this quiet space.
Zhao Guangliang pondered for a moment and spoke first. "It's like this, Mr. Hou. My theater is a bit old, and I want to renovate it recently. After years of observation, the big stages and nightclubs in Shanghai are relatively successful. I wonder if you have any idea to invest in them."
Hou Jie looked at the scene in front of him and immediately understood the other party's intention - it turned out that they wanted him to invest.
He couldn't help but feel happy in his heart. During this period, Hou Jie was worried about how to spend money. He didn't want to give the outside world the impression that he was extravagant and on the verge of bankruptcy.
Hou Jie touched his chin with his hand, frowned, and pretended to be in deep thought.
He knew that although investing in a theater was a good choice, he would lose everything if he entered rashly.
Although he wanted to pretend to be a spendthrift, he didn't really want to be a spendthrift. He was just pretending.
The key is to see how it works. He considers a lot of details, including equipment, personnel, publicity, etc. If he invests, he hopes that after the transformation, it can meet his expectations, otherwise it is better not to invest.
When the stockings equipment they purchased is in hand and the factory is put into production, they can use the theater to promote and open up sales. It can make money and be pleasing to the eyes, so why not! This will become a major feature of their theater.
He knows very well that in the Republic of China period, whether it is the current songs, costumes or other aspects, there are many unsatisfactory aspects. He hopes to make these elements glow with new vitality through his own transformation. He hopes that even if compared with later generations, it can be 70% similar, which is enough to satisfy him.
"It doesn't matter if I invest in a theater. I'm not short of money."
Zhao Guangliang's originally gloomy eyes suddenly flashed with bright light, and this change was like the night sky dotted with stars, bright and dazzling. The expression on his face gradually changed from the initial dullness to an excitement and expectation that was difficult to conceal, and he was full of energy and vitality.
He did not have high expectations for this trip, as if he was looking for precious treasures in a barren land, and his mentality was more like taking things as they come, "let's just give it a try", but deep in his heart he hid a passionate longing and desire for possibilities.
Observing Hou Jie's reaction, Zhao Guangliang found that his expression had changed significantly. This change was like ripples on the water, spreading quietly.
Hou Jie's attitude seemed to tell him that there was at least room for maneuver regarding his proposals or ideas, rather than an outright rejection.
"Mr. Hou, it's like this..."
Zhao Guangliang described in detail everything he experienced in the Shanghai Nightclub, including its luxurious decoration, lively atmosphere, and various entertainment programs. He tried to use this as a template to replicate an identical nightclub in Shanghai.
However, after hearing the plan, Hou Jie frowned, obviously skeptical about Zhao Guangliang's plan.
Hou Jie knew that the future would be ruled by the working class and peasants, and that if you opened this nightclub, you would lose a lot of money. He believed that Zhao Guangliang's plan was out of touch with reality and did not take into account social changes and people's needs.
Hou Jie knows that as a country of workers and peasants, we should pay more attention to the interests and needs of the people. We will invest funds in education, medical care, agriculture and other fields to improve people's living standards. Entertainment is just a diversion and will not consume too much energy. The future situation is chaotic and the national conditions will not allow it.
Hou Jie, as a fan of ancient culture in later generations, has a special liking for the tunes with the charm of opera, almost to the point of obsession. He firmly believes that in China's rich historical heritage, there are countless artistic treasures waiting to be discovered. As long as we refine and integrate them carefully, we will be able to create shocking works. He does not force everyone to hold the same aesthetic concept as him. After all, everyone has the right to choose their favorite artistic style and expression.
Hou Jie's mind is like a living cultural treasure house, storing a large number of innovative ideas that combine tradition and modernity. He imagines that if some modern dance music can be transformed, removing the overly explicit and vulgar elements and replacing them with China's profound opera elements and historical heritage, a large number of excellent works with both Chinese characteristics and the flavor of the times will emerge.
He does not think that there is a lack of music talent in China, but that everyone's focus and investment direction are different. He now has a lot of money. If he can invest a lot of money to support the research and development of such projects and make full use of the rich experience and profound cultural heritage of my country's veteran artists, then it is entirely possible to surpass some popular songs abroad in the field of music and win international reputation. An all-round blow.