togophonebook #203 - Chapter 203: Arresting! Stepping on a sewing machine? Getting shot is more appropriate!
#203 - Chapter 203: Arresting! Stepping on a sewing machine? Getting shot is more appropriate!
Yue Qun arrived at work punctually early in the morning.
These next two days were crucial; he absolutely couldn't afford to be late.
Seventh floor, Advertising Department.
He brewed a cup of Tieguanyin tea, holding the cup as he stood before the window, a smile plastered across his face like an emperor surveying his kingdom.
The 'China's Strongest Voice' show had bought prime-time slots for 50 million.
Advertising fees had already reached 150 million.
If he returned the 50 million and spent another 30 million to acquire the copyright, the 150 million in advertising revenue would be his.
That would create a price difference.
A staggering 20 million!
In this day and age, 20 million was an astronomical figure for most people.
It was the same for him.
Of course, he wouldn't dare do this alone; after profiting, he would have to grease some palms both above and below.
But!
Even if he spent half of the money on that, he could still pocket a massive 10 million.
Moreover, the revenue from 'China's Strongest Voice' wouldn't stop at the current 150 million.
The higher the popularity.
The more the advertising fees could increase.
Furthermore…
He could sell the copyright to other television stations.
He could also release DVDs.
In short, 150 million was just the beginning; this variety show had unlimited potential.
As for whether the other party would agree, Yue Qun wasn't worried in the slightest.
No matter how good the program, if you're not given airtime…
It's worthless!
Not only will you not get airtime, but they'll also target your artists, damaging your foundation.
Refuse to compromise?
It would bring unbearable consequences.
Raising large signs high in the air.
Yue Qun was on the seventh floor and couldn't clearly see what was written, but he was curious.
"Director Yue, something bad has happened!"
The heavily made-up secretary rushed in, flustered: "There's a group of elderly people gathered at the television station entrance, they're… they're…"
"They're what? Speak clearly!" Yue Qun was displeased.
Wasn't she very eloquent when they were alone together?
Now she can't even complete a sentence!
"They're… reporting you!"
"What?!"
Yue Qun's expression changed.
He put down his teacup and quickly ran out.
…
At the entrance of the television station.
A group of old men and women were holding up banners and signs.
Clearly!
They had slogans about Yue Qun, such as embezzlement, bribery, and trading power for sexual favors.
As for these old men and women…
They were all locals from the capital.
Some were retired.
Others were laid off.
In any case, their families weren't well-off.
As long as they helped hold the signs, they could get 1000 yuan.
For these elderly people who were already desperate for money… what was there to fear?
Being broke was the scariest thing!
Yue Qun rushed downstairs.
When he saw the content of the banners and signs, he almost fell over.
"What are you doing?!"
He couldn't possibly admit to breaking the law, so he immediately shouted sternly: "Do you know what you're doing?"
"It's slander! It's a frame-up!"
"Do you believe I'll call the police and have you arrested?!"
Unfortunately!
The old men and women weren't afraid at all.
They were more afraid of being poor!
"Why are you so agitated if you haven't done anything wrong?"
"One look and you can tell your butt isn't clean!"
"Come on! Call the police and arrest me; I can get a few days of free meals."
Damn!
Hearing the shouts of these old people, Yue Qun's head was about to explode.
What to do?
The things he had done involved some leaders, but other leaders were unaware; once exposed…
The implicated leaders wouldn't let him go.
The uninvolved leaders… could take the opportunity to take down the leaders involved in this matter—it's all about power struggles.
Either way, he was going to be in big trouble!
It could be said.
He was going to be roasted over a fire no matter what!
However, he had always been very careful in his actions, and he believed that he hadn't left any evidence; these people were just writing slogans.
Did they have solid evidence?
If not?
Then it was slander!
He immediately decided to call the police.
"Oh!"
Just then, a voice rang out: "Isn't this Director Yue? What's going on?"
Clearly!
Chen Hao and Qin Keqing walked over.
"Who are you?" Yue Qun was stunned.
Immediately afterward, he realized something was wrong.
When Chen Hao appeared, the clamoring old men and women immediately smiled and made way, as if they had seen the God of Wealth.
Well!
Chen Hao was their God of Wealth to begin with.
Besides him, who else would give a thousand yuan just to simply hold a sign?
"I'm sent by General Manager Xiao."
Chen Hao grinned, his voice loud: "Didn't you force General Manager Xiao to sell you the copyright of 'China's Strongest Voice' for 30 million? I'm here today on behalf of Han Tang Media to sign the contract with Director Yue."
"Our company is too small to withstand your anger, so we can only agree."
What?!
Yue Qun was almost scared to pee.
This matter couldn't be exposed!
How could it be said in public?
Connecting Chen Hao's appearance and the old men and women making way…
"It's you?!"
Yue Qun's face was ashen as he pointed at Chen Hao and roared: "You're the one who found people to slander me? Good! Seize him for me!"
Capture the ringleader first.
Once Chen Hao was taken down, this group of old men and women would become a disorganized rabble.
Whoosh!
Two security guards obeyed and rushed towards Chen Hao.
Bang! Bang!
Two muffled sounds.
Xiang Yan appeared like a ghost; the security guards didn't even see what happened before they fell to the ground.
"You…"
Yue Qun subconsciously retreated, then quickly took out his phone and dialed while saying: "Just you wait! Daring to come to the company and slander me, I'll make sure you regret it!"
He was going to call the police!
The slogans on the banners and signs were slander without evidence.
Soon, the call to the police was made, and he glared fiercely at Chen Hao: "I'm telling you, I won't reconcile this matter; just wait…"
Before he could finish speaking.
Beep! Beep!
Several cars sped over.
There were police cars.
And two jeeps.
"Comrade!"
Yue Qun subconsciously thought that they had received the call…
That's not right!
He had only just finished the call.
Did the police arrive so quickly?
Could police cars fly?
Moreover, most of the dozen or so people who got out of the car were wearing police uniforms, but the uniforms of some of the others… seemed familiar.
"You are Yue Qun?"
The man in the prosecutor's uniform walked straight up to Yue Qun.
"You are?"
"Take him down!"
The man waved his hand and shouted coldly: "We are from the Anti-Corruption Bureau! We received a report that you are suspected of embezzlement, bribery, and trading power for sexual favors!"
"No… Comrade, I'm being framed!"
"Framed?"
Smack!
A stack of documents was thrown in his face: "The evidence is conclusive, the procuratorate has already approved the arrest, and you still dare to say you're being framed? Cuff him!"
What?!
Yue Qun's face turned pale instantly.
"Chen Youliang, Zhao Ming, Jin Guidong…"
The man read out a string of names: "Go up and arrest them!"
Whoosh!
The police and the Anti-Corruption Bureau worked together, rushing towards the television station building in a swarm.
Hearing those names, Yue Qun completely collapsed in an instant.
Because…
Among them were his superiors and subordinates, all of whom were involved in multiple cases of embezzlement and bribery.
Now that the truth was out, none of them could escape!
"Impossible… absolutely impossible!" he muttered to himself blankly.
"Why is it impossible?"
Chen Hao narrowed his eyes and sneered: "Director Yue, the television station isn't suitable for you; a sewing machine technical class is more suitable."
"Mr. Chen."
The director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau was in charge of the operation.
He nodded at Chen Hao, his tone very polite: "Don't worry! We will track and investigate this large-scale departmental embezzlement and bribery case in its entirety, and we will definitely handle it strictly!"
Chen Hao was the informant?
Yes!
But he was more than just an informant!
His superiors required him to fully cooperate with Chen Hao without the slightest omission.
"You… it's you?!" Yue Qun was shocked.
"I think you slandered Miss Qin and should apologize to her," Chen Hao said with a smile.
"Apologize…"
Thump!
Yue Qun knelt down directly.
He kowtowed to Qin Keqing repeatedly: "Miss Qin, I was blind; I shouldn't have…"
"I don't accept it!" Qin Keqing gritted her teeth.
"That's perfect."
Chen Hao revealed an icy smile: "Even if Miss Qin accepts it, I don't plan to let you go."
After speaking.
He turned and left.
Operating a sewing machine?
I'm afraid he won't have that chance—a bullet is more suitable!