After hearing Su Yu's explanation, Han Jiangxue's mood instantly improved, as if the sun had come out after a rain.
Her slightly furrowed brows gradually relaxed, and her eyes once again shone brightly.
She slowly turned her gaze to Su Yu and softly asked, "The last chapter is called 'Snake's Foot', does that mean the original ending wasn't like this?"
Her voice was full of curiosity and anticipation, like a child eager for knowledge, desperately wanting a definite answer from Su Yu.
"Initially, I planned to have him continue wandering the world directly after defeating Shangguan Jinhong. I felt that ending would be too unfriendly to readers."
Su Yu shrugged slightly, a look of helplessness and regret on his face.
His voice was also filled with these complex emotions, as if he himself wasn't entirely satisfied with this ending.
After hearing this explanation, Han Jiangxue completely relaxed, and her mood became exceptionally pleasant.
She herself didn't know what was wrong; lately, her emotional nerves had become unusually sensitive, especially concerning matters related to Su Yu, where this sensitivity was particularly evident.
She secretly wondered in her heart, is this because she cares about this junior? It should be, right.
In the afternoon, Su Yu specifically took half a day off, then headed straight to the Shengshi Fenghua headquarters without hesitation.
Because today afternoon was the important moment to discuss the film and television adaptation rights for "amorous swordsman ruthless sword."
Last night, Su Yu had a long conversation with Wu Yue, even revealing all the conditions he knew Tianxing Entertainment could offer, without any reservations.
This action made Wu Yue deeply feel the sincerity of Tianxing Entertainment.
After all, for the IP that originated from their website, they sincerely hoped to see it shine brightly and flourish with vitality.
At 2:00 PM, in Wu Yue's office at the headquarters, Su Yu and Wu Yue waited quietly.
Finally, Wang Tianfeng, one of the directors of Tianxing Entertainment, arrived on time.
Su Yu had actually been imagining in his mind the wonderful expression Wang Tianfeng would have upon realizing that he was the novel's author, Gu Zhou Suo Li Weng.
However, the result greatly disappointed him.
Wang Tianfeng merely gave him a mysterious smile, and nothing else!
This made Su Yu feel a bit depressed, as he had been looking forward to the moment when he could shed his 'mask' and show off, but now it was completely gone.
And the subsequent negotiation for the copyright fees went so smoothly that Su Yu felt a bit powerless.
Wu Yue offered a price of 18 million for three years of film and television adaptation rights, which was absolutely the highest price in the industry!
It's important to know that the highest film and television adaptation copyright previously sold by Shengshi Fenghua was only 12 million!
Although Su Yu's "amorous swordsman ruthless sword" is indeed very suitable for adaptation into a film or TV series, a price of 18 million is still significantly high.
And the bottom line for Wu Yue and Su Yu was actually 15 million! They deliberately left a margin of 3 million for Wang Tianfeng to bargain.
However, what they never expected was that Wang Tianfeng's side didn't even bargain, once again agreeing to it without hesitation!
Su Yu couldn't help but sigh, feeling that he had never gained the upper hand when facing Wang Tianfeng, this old fox, which was truly speechless.
Moreover, after signing the contract, Wang Tianfeng's side immediately had Tianxing Entertainment's finance department transfer the money.
This series of actions made it seem as if they weren't spending 18 million chinese yuan, but merely 180 yuan.
"Su Yu, let's go back to the company together. I still have something to discuss with you regarding the film and television adaptation."
Wang Tianfeng looked at Su Yu, a kind smile on his face, and invited him.
After all, adapting the script has nothing to do with Shengshi Fenghua, so discussing it here was not appropriate.
"Su Yu, adapting the script is fine, but don't delay the new book! You need to distinguish between what's primary and what's secondary!"
Just as Su Yu was about to leave with Wang Tianfeng, Wu Yue shouted a reminder from behind.
What a 'distinguish between primary and secondary', Su Yu's face showed a bitter smile.
"You're quite valued, kid, but don't be so foolish next time. If you have good scripts in the future, you can completely give them directly to our company. Why let them take a cut again? Your copyright split is four-six, right? Calculate how much you lost this time."
After the two got into the car, Wang Tianfeng started his lecture mode.
However, his words were indeed very reasonable.
If there hadn't been Shengshi Fenghua as an intermediary this time, Su Yu could have enjoyed the entire 18 million chinese yuan.
But, without the website, it would be difficult to gain recognition for the novel!
And, Old Wang, do you know how much my novel earned on the website this month? So, Su Yu didn't pay too much attention to Wang Tianfeng's words.
"Alright, if you don't like listening, I won't say it. By the way, the company plans to invite you to be the scriptwriter for the series and to participate in the casting. What are your thoughts?"
Seeing Su Yu not respond, Wang Tianfeng changed the topic.
"How much money will you give me? Adaptation is not random creation. As the author, I also have to bear the public opinion attacks from the audience and readers after the series airs. I'm under a lot of pressure. And Mr. Wang, you also heard that Wu Yue is urging me to start a new book, so my time is very tight."
When it came to business, Su Yu finally perked up. He felt that this time he could properly manipulate Wang Tianfeng.
"We need to see the adapted script first before we can decide how much to pay you, but you can also tell us your price. The company is very generous." Wang Tianfeng didn't fall for it and smiled, asking back.
"Then let's talk after the script is out. And this time, I'll also write the opening and ending songs for the new series. We'll calculate it all together then." Su Yu directly closed his eyes.
If he said his bottom price now, and the other party agreed directly again, wouldn't he be even more depressed?
You're rich and powerful, right? After you see the work, I'll see how you make an offer! This time, he wouldn't say his conditions first even if it killed him.
Wang Tianfeng raised an eyebrow slightly. Good heavens, this kid has gotten smarter!
After returning to the company, the two simply signed a contract.
The contract terms stipulated that Su Yu needed to submit the script to the company within one month, and the company would first give Su Yu 1 million as a hard work fee.
Of course, if Su Yu breached the contract and failed to submit the manuscript on time, he would have to pay three times the liquidated damages.
This was reasonable, and Su Yu signed without much hesitation.
"Tonight there's the variety show where Jiang Xue challenged the venue. Do you want to stay at the company and watch it together?" Just as Su Yu was about to leave, Wang Tianfeng said with a smile.
"Absolutely not necessary! I wrote the song, so I naturally know its quality!" Su Yu strode away.
He definitely had to watch it, but how could he watch it with an old fox like you?
Who knows what crooked ideas you're harboring? And our relationship isn't that close, alright!