Chapter 263: Meeting the CEO (Part 1)

Shen Lingyao spent a good while researching, finally going to sleep with her cheeks flushed.

On the other side.

The next morning at ten, under Fourth Brother’s guidance, Zhao Qingfeng arrived at a luxurious Chinese restaurant on a bustling commercial street in the capital to meet with Yang Chunyang, the major director of Universal Music.

“Brother Yang, this is the young man I told you about before, the one who sang ‘Mouse Loves Rice.’ Little Feng, this is Director Yang, just call him Brother Yang.”

After introductions and exchanging business cards.

Yang Chunyang, learning that Zhao Qingfeng was not only the provincial top scorer but also had established a technology company promoting internet cafe systems and more, immediately praised him.

Zhao Qingfeng was very humble, “Brother Yang, you flatter me. My little company has just been established and hasn’t achieved much yet.”

Yang Chunyang shook his head, “In an era of exaggeration, it’s rare to see young people who are as down-to-earth and hardworking as you. That’s why I took the time to meet you. Let’s get straight to the point. What’s the purpose of this so-called acquisition of electronic rights?”

As the company’s director, Yang Chunyang was knowledgeable about the global music market.

Though China did not yet have a proper electronic music platform.

Electronic music platforms were already popular in Europe and America.

However, the sales of those electronic music platforms in Europe and America were not good.

Most people still preferred to buy CDs to listen to repeatedly at home.

After all, electronic music also cost money, and adding up the prices, it was not as cost-effective as buying physical CDs.

Therefore, Director Yang also believed that electronic music platforms, which did not take off in Europe and America, would likely meet the same fate in China.

Zhao Qingfeng nodded.

Most netizens were accustomed to free versions.

Whether it was downloading movies or playing games, China’s internet environment was still in a ‘free sharing’ phase.

“So I’ve decided to make it free. That’s the original intention behind developing the electronic music platform.”

Faced with Zhao Qingfeng’s free proposal.

Yang Chunyang was puzzled, pushing his glasses up, “Young man, are you trying to do charity? That doesn’t sound right. You’re a businessman, and all businessmen seek to make a profit. But I really can’t see how a free electronic music platform could make money.”

He probably only thought of advertisements.

Zhao Qingfeng did not disclose, as it was a business secret.

Yang Chunyang lit a cigarette, asking Zhao Yuzhuo, “do you think it’s feasible?”

He also shook his head, “I’m concerned. Chinese netizens are used to freebies. I guess Little Zhao is thinking of offering it for free for a while, then charging after users have formed a habit. But I doubt that will work.”

After saying this.

Both looked at Zhao Qingfeng.

Zhao Qingfeng still did not disclose, simply chuckling, “Brother Yang, regarding the way to profit, it’s an absolute business secret. As for buying rights, you don’t need to worry. Because your current Universal Music is on the physical route. My electronic music platform is on the internet route, and they won’t clash too much. And don’t forget, after you release a song, the rights can only sit at home, no longer able to profit. What I mean is, why not consider reselling for a second profit? This could also be a new revenue model for you. If you think it’s feasible, I’d like to have the opportunity to discuss the project in detail with your CEO.”

His reasoning was clear, and he spoke confidently.

Yang Chunyang, a man of broad experience and discerning eye, felt that this young man would achieve great things in the future.

“In that case…”

Yang Chunyang thought for a moment, “Wait here for a bit. I’ll see if I can delay my business trip. If possible, I’ll take you to meet our company’s CEO right now. It’s best to discuss the specifics with him. If it works out, we’re friends. If not, it’s okay. I, Yang Chunyang, have decided to get to know you better. I’ll treat you to dinner tonight!”

Zhao Qingfeng nodded, “Thank you, Brother Yang. That would be great.”

Yang Chunyang got up to make a call but then turned back, asking, “Little Zhao, you’re not just buying a few hundred or a few thousand songs, right? If that’s the case, I feel there’s no need to bother the CEO.”

Zhao Qingfeng quickly waved his hand, “Brother Yang, you’re overthinking it. For a music website, the number of songs is calculated in the tens of thousands at least.”

Reassured by the response.

Yang Chunyang went out to make the call.

Soon, he returned with good news.

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