After resolving the troubles at home, Shen Youquan quickly handled the two lawsuits Van Galle had. Since the amount of the liquidated damages was his decision, and based on the legal basis, he reduced the amount to the lowest, that is, 30% of the remuneration, totaling 16 million. He had previously sold some stocks, which just covered this shortfall.
However, Van Galle refused his help, calmly saying, "I just sold a property, I will repay this money myself. Mr. Shen, I suggest you donate this money to charity, which will benefit your family."
"Yes, yes, I will definitely donate this money. Mr. Van, do you have time recently? I want to bring my daughter to see you, and let's have a meal together?" Shen Youquan said this eagerly. Now, in his heart, Van Galle's words were no different from imperial edicts.
"No, our fate ends here. Your child will have a smooth future." Van Galle hung up the phone, then transferred the liquidated damages to KN Corporation's account. He sold the property given to him by Van Sor, and used the five million check to settle the remaining dozen or so lawsuits, and now he was unburdened.
Staring at the phone, Shen Youquan felt lost, but thinking of Van Galle's message to his daughter, he smiled lightly.
The liquidated damages amounting to a high of 130 million, were resolved in this way, it only took a few days for Van Galle. He changed into a more formal attire and went to the headquarters of Starlight Entertainment, while Zhao Wenyin was still waging a public opinion battle with Su Fengxi.
After being sued by Starlight Entertainment, Su Fengxi's lawyer clearly told her, "You won't win this lawsuit because the evidence they hold is too complete. If you don't want to go to jail, you better use your connections, find your way, and seek an out-of-court settlement."
So Su Fengxi laid all her cards on the table. She first contacted the chairman of Zhang's Group to ask Zhao Wenyin to stop. Before the Zhao family controlled the entertainment industry, the Zhang family had always been a giant in the entertainment industry, and the Zhang family head had connections in both military and political circles, especially with his old man's influence, he could move mountains and rivers, not someone anyone could afford to offend.
Under the mysterious and powerful influence of the Zhang family, Zhao Wenyin had to agree to an out-of-court settlement.
This round was won by Su Fengxi.
But an out-of-court settlement didn't mean all was well. If both parties couldn't agree, the final step would still be to go to court. Zhao Wenyin insisted that Su Fengxi compensate Starlight Entertainment ten times for its losses, which was over 30 billion, and Su Fengxi was on the brink of bankruptcy, how could she come up with so much money? Luckily, she had many fools around her, and one of them had some real power and actually took the initiative to come forward to help Su Fengxi pay off her debts.
Zhao Wenyin was overjoyed because he happened to know this person's wife, and he also had photos of this person with Su Fengxi. So he secretly passed these photos to the main wife of the person. The power of the main wife's family was much stronger than that of this unfortunate, and the payment of over 30 billion was immediately frozen.
This round was won by Zhao Wenyin.
Su Fengxi was furious, using various channels she got hold of a video taken by an assistant the day she and Zhao Wenyin broke up. She cut off the beginning and end and part of the sound and directly uploaded it to the internet, then exposed photographs and chat screenshots of her sweet and affectionate relationship with Zhao Wenyin, and accused, "Since I am no longer loved, can't you let me quietly leave?". In the video, Su Fengxi stood sideways, looking pained, and Van Galle lightly embraced Zhao Wenyin's neck and pressed closely against his back, talking to him, in a very intimate posture. Even the slightest detail of the scene was an ironic mockery of their relationship.
Su Fengxi's fans immediately decided that Zhao Wenyin was a heartless man, and Van Galle was a third party, and began a campaign against the two. Even passers-by felt a bit unbearable when cursing Zhao Wenyin for his unfaithfulness and breaking promises. It seemed that Van Galle's reputation, which had just begun to improve, was about to be tainted.
Unwilling to show weakness, Zhao Wenyin immediately released a photo of Su Fengxi dating the current hot male star Yu Yi at a cafe, with the title: "This is what you call quietly leaving?" In the photo, Su Fengxi and Yu Yicuddled intimately in a corner, with entangled eyes, sweet expressions, and ambiguous movements, every detail revealing their extraordinary relationship.
The online community was ready to criticize Zhao Wenyin when he released three photos, all from the same neon-bright, bustling KTV private room. From the three people's dress, the time was also the same. In the first photo, Su Fengxi kissed Yu Yi; in the second, she hugged the neck of Jiang Gan and kissed him; in the third, she lay on the sofa, her red lips kissing Yu Yi, but her hand hugging Jianggan's neck, pulling him to her. Presumably after kissing Yu Yi, she would reward Jianggan with a kiss, Jianggan's expectant and shy look even covered the splashes of neon light.
Zhao Wenyi attached a message: [Who's dirty?]
Onlookers: Wow! It's not easy for the relationships to be so messy!
The unreachable goddess image of Su Fengxi was completely destroyed. It was only then that she realized that Zhao Wenyi deliberately released the incomplete date photo to provoke her, waiting for her to refute and clarify, stirring up the sympathy and support of netizens. Then he released three kissing photos to cause a shocking reversal and then to completely defeat her. She walked right into his trap step by step, completely unaware, and ended up getting herself dirty, unable to wash herself clean again.
Yu Yi and Jiang Gan have already disappeared without a word, no one stood up to speak for her, because they were also in precarious situations.
In this game, Zhao Wenyi won.
There was no movement on Su Fengxi's side. She didn't know how much dirt Zhao Wenyi still had on her, so she didn't dare to provoke a war easily. For years, she had been using her charm to dominate the entertainment industry, but she never thought that this man who had been so accommodating to her was clear-headed and cunning. While pretending to indulge her, he was also leaving evidence that could destroy her in the future. His scheming was so deep and terrifying!
Su Fengxi retreated, and Zhao Wenyi stopped his subsequent actions. Indeed, the best cards must be revealed one by one to unleash their full power. He had just caught his breath when his assistant informed him that Fangar, had arrived, causing him to nervously adjust his tie.
"Garro, would you like something to drink?" Zhao Wenyi brought a tea bag, a bag of coffee, and a bottle of juice from the pantry.
"I don't drink beverages, thank you." Fangar sat in the sunniest corner, and his translucent skin seemed to be glowing. His tranquil features took on a tinge of color under the intense sunlight. His dark eyes lowered slightly as he mused, "I have a feeling that there is a job that will be suitable for me, so I came."
"What job?" Zhao Wenyi pulled a chair closer and sat face to face with him. The sun was scorching his skin, but he felt no discomfort.
"Bring Cao Xiaohui up here, he should know," Fangar opened his five fingers, trying to grasp a ray of sunshine, but caught nothing.
Zhao Wenyi immediately called Cao Xiaohui to the rooftop and also instructed his assistant to bring the best resources, including films, TV dramas, variety shows, endorsements, advertisements, and more.
As soon as Cao Xiaohui entered, seeing the CEO sitting very intently close to Fangar, she was holding a contract in her hand, carefully explaining the terms on it and analyzing the specifications of the resources - which director and actors were involved, the amount of investment, which role was more appealing, and what the remuneration was, and so on.
He had done all the work of a manager, without a hint of impatience. Instead, it was Fangar who was basking lazily in the bright sunlight.
This was clearly not a meeting between an entertainer and the CEO, it was more like a meeting between a young master and a eunuch. Cao Xiaohui, rebelliously thought, normally cautious, became even more careful. He took small steps and came over, obsequiously asking, "Mr. Zhao, did you call for me?"
"What good resources have you recently acquired? Pick something for Garro." Although Zhao Wenyi said this, he did not believe that the resources Cao Xiaohui had found could be better than his.
Cao Xiaohui almost wanted to cry and hold Zhao Wenyi's legs. Could his resources compare to those of the company's CEO? Don't think that he didn't see the contract that the CEO was holding, which was for a martial arts masterpiece that was aiming for the Oscars. With such a resource at hand, would Fangar be interested in what he had?
Cao Xiaohui was about to flatter, but Fangar suddenly opened his eyes and looked straight over. The glare of the sun was burning in his jet-black pupils, giving his gaze an indescribable depth, and his voice was as cool as rain, easily penetrating the hearts of others, controlling their thoughts, "You think about it, it's related to me, it's related to the medium."
Medium? A spark of recognition crossed Cao Xiaohui's mind, "I remember, there is such a job!" He clapped his hands, "Lemon TV is preparing to shoot a reality show called 'The World of Wonders', inviting all kinds of people with unusual abilities, according to rumors, to participate in their challenge. The ultimate winner will receive a million-dollar prize. Is this the resource you want? They want to invite you to participate, I think you definitely don't need to lower yourself and join a group of weird amateurs. Just refuse it."
Fangar's lips slightly lifted, and he lightly tapped the table with his fingertips, "I want to participate in this show. Arrange it for me."
Cao Xiaohui wouldn't dare to disobey his command, and naturally, he obediently agreed.
Meanwhile, Zhao Wenyi had already thoroughly investigated the production crew of the show and tried to stop Fangar, "Garro, I don't think this job is suitable for you. Do you know the director of this show's intentions for shooting? She is actually an atheist, inviting these exceptional people in order to catch them in embarrassing situations, to create hype and viewer ratings. She will do everything possible to create difficulties for the contestants, make them look bad, reveal their weaknesses, and the audience loves to see this. Others are amateurs, they don't mind their image being tarnished, as long as they get paid. But you're a star, you will endure immense pressure and criticism. Her background is very tough, if she edits your appearance with malice, intentionally uses you as a gimmick, I cannot guarantee she would change her mind. I advise against taking this job, if you need money, we can go make movies, shoot TV series, why lower your standards? Your abilities don't need anyone's approval."
Garro returned slowly to the door, turning back under the scorching sun, a pair of eyes shining with determination, which was completely different from his usual calm and indifferent demeanor: "Zhao Wenyi, you don't understand, I'm not after money and fame, but to stand in a bright and prominent place, to be seen by those who should see me."
"Who do you want to be seen by? Can't you be seen by making movies?" Zhao Wenyi really couldn't understand what he was thinking.
Garro waved his hand without looking back, "Since it is the world of wonders, it is naturally for the wonders to see. Please arrange the job for me, thank you."
The last sentence was obviously directed at Cao Xiaohui, and the other party quickly bowed 90 degrees, nervously agreeing.