As soon as Gu Bai thought of this, he directly said, "Big brother, I won't beat around the bush. You already know the recent public announcement from our Black Swan Film and Television.

If possible, I hope you can turn down other invitations and participate in 'Divine Tomb'. Our company's Hu Ge is still a newcomer in films. Although I know with your current status, you don't usually take non-protagonist roles, I'd still like you to mentor the newcomer.

I won't elaborate on other aspects, but in terms of payment, I can offer you a leading international actor's treatment."

After saying this, Gu Bai looked directly at Chen Long, waiting for his response.

Chen Long only thought for less than half a minute before making a decision.

"Since Chairman Gu holds me in such high regard, inviting me personally with such generous terms, if I were to refuse, I'm afraid all these peers here would say I'm ungrateful. I agree.

As a filmmaker, I've made quite a few films over the years. 'Divine Tomb' as the first massive production for Hua Country's films to counterattack Hollywood, being able to join it is my honor. Whether it's a supporting or main role no longer matters. As I just said, I'm getting older; if I can make a contribution to Hua Country's cinema, I won't hesitate! I know this young Hu Ge; he's an outstanding figure among our country's new generation actors. With Chairman Gu's strong support now, I believe it won't take long for him to become an international film emperor."

Chen Long's magnanimous words came one after another, even elevating Gu Bai to the position of the savior of Hua Country's film industry.

Meanwhile, after Gu Bai finished speaking, others eagerly looked at him, hoping for a suitable role. They don't have Jackie Chan's status and would be content with just playing an ordinary supporting role.

One must know that even though Li Yin Yin has been in Hollywood for so many years with quite a few big productions, they were all insignificant roles. Even so, plenty of domestic stars would do anything to break into Hollywood. Now with this ready opportunity, they don't want to miss out.

Gu Bai, of course, understood their thoughts but didn't promise anything further.

For this 'Divine Tomb', Gu Bai does not intend for it to turn into a star-studded traffic movie. The main roles confirmed are Hu Ge's "Chen Nan" and Chen Long's "Chen Zhan". As for the other roles, they're left to professionals to select; he would not interfere too much.

"If any of you are interested in acting, I'll have someone send the script to you. Once you find a role you think suits you, go ahead and audition. If there's no interest, then that's that."

After Gu Bai finished speaking, the remaining stars were somewhat disappointed.

Auditioning isn't out of the question, but given their status, failing an audition would likely result in being mocked by the media and netizens. At this thought, everyone envied the absent Hu Ge greatly.

In terms of status, he's not much different from these stars. In fact, Li Lianjie and Li Yin Yin have a much larger international influence. But with Gu Bai's strong backing, his debut movie is the big-budget 'Divine Tomb', even supported by an international action superstar like Chen Long. It's impossible not to envy him.

"Sister Mi, is Ruo Ba in the Capital City now?"

Initially somewhat disappointed, Yang Function responded quickly to Gu Bai's question, "Yes, she doesn't have any engagements recently."

Since the last Black Swan Club incident, Di Li Ruo Ba clearly developed good feelings for Gu Bai, often reaching out to him, but Gu Bai rarely responded.

Yang Function also advised her.

Given Gu Bai's status, there's no way he would engage with her seriously. Even if he did, it would just be a fling; with a bit of luck, she might be kept like a canary. But Di Li Ruo Ba has made up her mind to not turn back, and Yang Function can do nothing about it.

Now with Gu Bai bringing her up actively, Yang Function quickly started her own little plan.

If she could leverage Ruo Ba to gain some benefit from Gu Bai, wouldn't that be delightful?

She's very self-aware that as a divorced woman, she would never catch Gu Bai's eye. As for her celebrity status, it's even more insignificant in Gu Bai's mind.

If Gu Bai showed even the slightest interest in her, Yang Function would take the stage herself. There's no way she'd let Di Li Ruo Ba have this good opportunity.

"Call her out, would you? I have something to do tonight, ask her if she has time to accompany me."

"I'll tell her right away."

With that, disregarding everyone's gaze, she directly stepped aside and dialed Di Li Ruo Ba's number.

Gu Bai also instructed Xiao Qiang briefly and returned to the table where the bosses were gathered.

.........

A little after nine in the evening.

The banquet concluded, and the top bosses personally escorted Gu Bai to the door.

The entrance to the Huaguo Grand Hotel was also filled with personal bodyguards from different parties, scaring the paparazzi who accompanied the stars. No one dared to take photos.

With so many bosses around, even if they did capture something sensational, they wouldn't dare to expose it, and it's very likely their bosses would scold them, risking their jobs.

They would only dare bully stars who couldn't do anything against them.

"Chairman Gu, there's not much else to say. Tomorrow I'll convene a board meeting, and I will get back to you within three days at the latest!"

This was the second time Boss Huateng got drunk in front of Gu Bai, being supported by an assistant and slurring, "Brother Gu, if they aren't willing, we'll take all of the 10% at Tencent! It's just 16 billion USD, Tencent will put down the whole amount!"

"Old Ma! What are you saying? Only Tencent has money, right? Even if it means selling everything we have, Xiaomi will secure those shares!"

Lei Jun was very sober. He knew the only way to ensure that the first batch of graphene batteries went to Xiaomi was to buy into Black Swan Energy. Though the investment was significant, it was necessary. If Xiaomi could become the first in the world to use graphene batteries in smartphones, the hype alone would vastly increase Xiaomi's market value.

Current market value is 500 billion, reaching a trillion wouldn't be an issue.

"Brother Gu, don't listen to him. How much money can Xiaomi bring out? If worst comes to worst, I'll introduce my daughter to you. If possible, we can move from partners to family members.

How about it? Why not share a bit more of the equity?"

With that, Boss Huateng took out his phone to show Gu Bai a picture of his daughter.

Lei Jun pulled Boss Huateng aside: "Old Ma, aren't you being a bit unfair? This improper competition? Only you have a daughter? I also have a daughter!"

Then he turned to Gu Bai and said, "Xiaogu, my daughter is still in school now, I'll introduce you in a few years."

Gu Bai, faced with two business tycoons trying to pitch their daughters, could only smile awkwardly and refrain from responding.

At that moment, Ren Zhengfei, who had remained silent, spoke up.

"Alright, jokes aside, that's enough fun."

Everyone recognized Elder Ren's authority, and they quieted down, waiting for what he would say next.

"Chairman Gu, on behalf of all the mobile manufacturers in Hua Country, I'd like to express our gratitude. Regarding the investment matter, I will get back to you with the quickest response."

"Elder Ren, there's no rush. The production line is still under construction; you all still have time to consider."

Ren Zhengfei also smiled faintly.

Amongst everyone present, he was probably the only one not in a hurry.

After all, only Hua Wei was not a listed company and had announced it would never go public.

Once Gu Bai announces that Black Swan Energy has mastered graphene mass production technology, it will undoubtedly cause a worldwide sensation, especially for world-class companies like Tencent, which will see a huge surge in market value because of this news.

Then the 1% share costing 1.6 billion USD won't even matter.

A slight market fluctuation would recover it.

This is why these bosses are so eager.

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