Are the scenes depicted in those martial arts novels not just baseless rumors, but actually based on real events?
He had clearly felt a pressure emanating from Xiao Ning, a pressure that made him feel heavy and uncomfortable.
With his imagination running wild, Yang Chen couldn't help but let his thoughts wander.
Seeing that his show of force had been effective, Xiao Ning withdrew his imposing manner.
This was his solution.
No matter your schemes or plots, no matter how cunning you are!
I can overcome all laws with my own strength!
Forceful suppression!
"cough!"
After a long while, seeing that no one had reacted, he coughed lightly, his words striking the hearts of everyone like a morning bell.
Yang Chen shuddered, snapped back to his senses, and looked at Xiao Ning with a subtle and unreadable expression.
His words carried a hint of fear, surprise, dread, and admiration.
"Mr. Xiao, welcome to join us at Diaoniang Chinese Website. We can offer you an 80/20 royalty split, as well as a major featured feature every month, flash promotions upon release, and a series of other resources!"
"Of course, in return, we hope you can sign a long-term contract. How about 20 million words over five years, in addition to this book? Also, we hope Mr. Xiao will not disclose the contents of the contract!"
"Mr. Xiao, what do you think?"
Unbeknownst to him, Yang Chen had revealed his bottom line directly, as if he were a puppet being manipulated.
Xiao Ning thought for a moment, then nodded and said, "Okay, that's fine!"
An 8:2 split is already the maximum; there's no need to argue about it any further.
As for writing a new book of 20 million words in 5 years, it's a piece of cake for Da Bai, nothing at all.
Since that's the case, there's no need to haggle anymore; just sign it directly.
Subsequently, under the powerful mental pressure from Xiao Ning, the other executives of Tencent Group revealed their trump cards.
However, Xiao Ning did not accept everything. Instead, he changed some of the conditions, and strangely enough, they all agreed without anyone raising any objections.
Subsequently, after the legal department lawyers of Tencent drafted the contract, the two parties signed six contracts, thus establishing a cooperation agreement.
First, there's the authorization for serializing the work. The author, Wangwenmaji (real name Xiao Ning), has authorized D and Tencent Video to serialize "Rebirth in the City to Cultivate Immortality," as well as the comic and animation of the same name. The author receives 80% of the revenue from subscriptions, tips, and advertising revenue, while the website receives 20%. The website is also obligated to provide preferential recommendations and resources for the work.
D and Tencent Video only acquired the online serialization rights for this book, as well as the comic and anime of the same name. All other copyrights belong to the author, Xiao Ning.
Dianniang Company also signed a five-year online literature contract with Xiao Ning.
Then there's the game licensing and distribution agreement, whereby creator Xiao Ning authorizes Tencent to distribute the game, with Tencent receiving 20% of its net profit as distribution fees and having an obligation to promote it.
Copyright belongs to the creator, Xiao Ning; Tencent only owns the distribution rights.
The same applies to copyrighted music; works are authorized for distribution by Tencent Music, with Tencent taking 40% of the profits.
Finally, both parties signed a final contract regarding the filming of the web series of the same name.
Tencent invested 150 million yuan, and Xiao Ning invested 50 million yuan. Xiao Ning participated as a screenwriter, lead actor, and martial arts director. Together, they held 50% of the shares and started filming the first season of the TV series "Rebirth of the Urban Immortal Cultivator". The final profits were split equally between the two parties.
After signing the contract, Xiao Ning clapped his hands and said, "To celebrate our cooperation, tonight I'm treating everyone to a full house! We'll drink until we drop!"
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[Breaking news from our station: Tencent's subsidiary, Diaoniang (Shanghai), in partnership with New Classics Media, held a press conference to announce an investment of 200 million yuan to begin filming the first season of the TV series "Rebirth in the City: A Journey of Immortal Cultivation," based on Diaoniang's popular novel.]
[According to our reporter on the scene, the author is the newly popular internet celebrity, "Pingpingwuqi Xiao Zhenren," whose real name is Xiao Ning. Born in 2001, Mr. Xiao Ning is not only exceptionally talented in writing but also highly skilled in martial arts, having passed down the Thirty-Six Forms of Foundation Building Boxing, a truly meritorious act.]
The press conference announced that the TV series of the same name as "Rebirth in the City: A Journey of Immortal Cultivation" will be written by author Xiao Ning, who will also serve as the male lead and martial arts choreographer. Renowned Hong Kong director Wang Jin will serve as the executive director. Casting will begin after the Spring Festival.
[Stay tuned for further reports from our reporters!]
That day, Li Yundong woke up early and, while browsing Weibo news, saw a trending headline: "[Adapted from 'Rebirth in the City: A Cultivation Journey' into a TV series!]"
A thought suddenly occurred to him: Could it be that scoundrel of an author?
Then, Li Yundong clicked in and saw that, just as he had guessed, it really was the book he had seen before.
"I knew I wasn't wrong! You dog author, you really are Ma Huateng's illegitimate son, hmph! Otherwise, why would Domino's and New Classics Media be promoting you! You audacious monster, quickly reveal your true form!"
"You dog of an author, we agreed to fail together, but you quietly made it big!"
After making some nonsensical complaints, Li Yundong opened the Diaoniang app, only to see a full-screen message flashing before his eyes:
[New Classics Media has donated 10 million points to Chen Fan, the protagonist of "Rebirth of an Urban Immortal Cultivator," making him a Gold Grand Alliance Member for the work!]
"Holy crap, a 100,000 yuan Gold Alliance Master title just floated by like that! So rich, so incredibly rich!"
Li Yundong's eyes widened, and he clicked his tongue in disapproval.
As everyone knows, you can get 100 points by recharging 1 yuan on the platform. A Gold Alliance Master with 10 million points needs 100,000 yuan. That's incredibly extravagant!
Clicking into the page of "Rebirth in the City: A Journey to Immortality" reveals a surge in data. Uploaded for 20 days, it has already reached 200,000 words, and the milestones show an accumulated 200,000 favorites. These are the onlookers brought by the Golden Alliance.
The book club community has exploded, with dozens of new posts appearing every time the page is refreshed, bringing the total number of posts to nearly ten thousand.
"I came because I've heard so much about it!"