CHAPTER 607: CHAPTER 607: WHAT EXACTLY HAPPENED?

Jin Jiangkou looked at the two contracts laid out in front of him, feeling very excited inside.

As Chen Bin had said, he was indeed unwilling to be Ji Pi’s assistant forever.

The reason he hadn’t become a director over the years was precisely because he was suppressed by Ji Pi.

Back when his mother was seriously ill, Jin Jiangkou had sought help from Ji Pi in his time of crisis.

The latter generously lent him a considerable sum of money.

Since his mother had gotten out of danger, Jin Jiangkou had always remembered Ji Pi’s kindness.

Even after repaying all the money, he continued to work silently as Ji Pi’s assistant.

In recent years, many film companies approached Jin Jiangkou to direct films and TV dramas.

Although the offers were lucrative, Ji Pi disagreed, and Jin Jiangkou had no choice but to decline.

Now, with such a great opportunity before him, Jin Jiangkou felt he had repaid all his debts and owed Ji Pi nothing.

Under the influence of alcohol, Jin Jiangkou gritted his teeth and took the pen Chen Bin offered him.

He directly signed his name on both contracts.

After the dinner party ended, as soon as Jin Jiangkou left, Fei Liang asked worriedly.

"Mr. Chen, can he really do it?"

Chen Bin smiled slightly, displaying an expression of confidence.

"Don’t worry about this. As long as he truly has the ability, he definitely won’t be bad."

Having settled everything, Chen Bin returned to Tianhai.

A few days later, he received a call from Kuizi.

Saying she was willing to work in Huaxia.

Upon receiving this news, Chen Bin was overjoyed.

He immediately found Lu Lin to arrange accommodation for Kuizi.

Kauizi’s arrival involved the establishment of a new company.

Chen Bin convened a meeting of the group’s main leaders.

"I’ve long decided to vigorously develop animation. During my last visit to Japan, I met a female manga artist who is very famous and whose works are quite impressive. She is the talent we need, and I decided to invite her to work here."

As soon as he said this, Mei Ouchi immediately voiced opposition.

"Mr. Chen, this is Huaxia. Why employ a Japanese person?"

"What’s wrong with Japanese people?"

"We have a deep-seated hatred between our two countries. What does it mean to invite a Japanese person to work here?"

"Hatred is hatred, but we also need to learn from Japan’s strengths. Only progress can make us strong. If we confine ourselves and refuse to learn, we will only fall behind again."

Lu Lin nodded and quickly chimed in.

"I believe inviting Japanese people to work here is also conducive to promoting cultural exchange between the two countries. After all, knowing your enemy and yourself leads to a hundred victories."

Glancing approvingly at Lu Lin, Chen Bin continued.

"Exactly, that’s what I think too. This matter is settled!"

He then announced the decision to establish an animation company, with Kuizi serving as the vice president upon her arrival.

As for the head position, he wanted to find a senior person in the domestic industry.

As the meeting was about to end, Chen Bin stared at Mei Ouchi and said.

"Regarding my decision to invite Japanese people here, I hope everyone won’t alarm the higher-ups."

However, his warning was apparently ineffective.

As soon as Chen Bin returned to the office, he received a call from Zeng Pengchao, asking him to come to the Provincial Committee.

Upon entering the Provincial Committee Secretary’s office, he saw Pang Nianke sitting on the sofa.

Chen Bin sighed inwardly, knowing he was about to face a verbal clash.

Approaching the desk, he looked directly at Zeng Pengchao.

"Secretary Zeng, you called me here likely because of my invitation to the Japanese, right?"

Zeng Pengchao first motioned for Chen Bin to sit, then glanced at Pang Nianke.

"Must you invite the Japanese?"

"Yes, I believe it’s extremely necessary."

Chen Bin then explained the importance of inviting Kuizi.

As soon as he finished, Pang Nianke harshly said.

"I believe allowing Japanese people to work in Huaxia is very dangerous. ’They are not of our race, their hearts must differ.’ Allowing outsiders into an important unit like the provincial TV station could lead to leaks."

"Our TV station doesn’t involve state secrets, and the Japanese person I’m inviting will work at a subsidiary of the TV station. Isn’t Governor Pang being a bit unreasonable?"

Seeing Chen Bin dare to talk to him like that, Pang Nianke became instantly furious.

He said to Zeng Pengchao, "Why must Mr. Chen invite Japanese people to work here after just one business trip to Japan? I seriously suspect he’s been turned by Japan and think the relevant departments should investigate."

Hearing this, Chen Bin felt enraged to the core.

The accusation clearly aimed to ruin him.

If not for considering their respective positions, Chen Bin would have really wanted to give Pang Nianke a slap.

"Secretary Zeng, I think Governor Pang’s suggestion is really good. To prevent national interests from being compromised, I implore the relevant departments to investigate me. I don’t want to be falsely accused by some ill-intentioned people!"

Seeing the two become increasingly agitated, Zeng Pengchao immediately intervened.

"Forget about the investigation. I trust Mr. Chen to be loyal to the Party and the country. If we conduct investigations simply because someone invites a Japanese person to work here, who would dare to conduct international fieldwork in the future?"

Chen Bin snorted coldly at Pang Nianke, still filled with anger.

Then, Zeng Pengchao continued.

"For the development of domestic animations, I think it’s necessary to invite Japanese people for study and exchange. But if any problems are found, they must be reported promptly. Do you understand?"

Chen Bin nodded repeatedly, "Thank you for your reminder, Secretary Zeng. I understand."

Leaving the Provincial Committee, on his way to the TV station, Chen Bin suddenly noticed that someone was following him.

Previously, he was being tailed only after work in the evening. Now someone was tailing him almost all day, like an adhesive plaster.

Growing increasingly angry, at a red light, Chen Bin turned to photograph the car’s license plate behind him.

He then immediately sent the photo to Cheng Zhuang.

"Help me find out who owns this car."

Just after sending out the message, Hong Ke’s call came through.

"Darling, come back quickly; I have good news to tell you!"

"Alright!"

Since returning from Japan, Chen Bin hadn’t visited Hong Ke for a while.

He saw no reason to refuse her invitation.

However, since there was a car following him, he took a detour, spending half an hour to shake off the tail.

Only after losing the follower did he rush to Hong Ke’s home.

Upon entering, the dishes were already on the table.

Hong Ke sat properly at the dining table, with her hands behind her back, seemingly hiding something.

Chen Bin stepped forward and asked, "Sister Ke, why did you ask me to come back? What happened?"

Hong Ke blushed, showing a little woman’s demeanor.

"Guess what."

"How could I possibly guess?"

Hong Ke started to act coquettishly, "Oh, just take a guess, please, just once."

Seeing her so interested, Chen Bin ventured a guess.

"Did the stock you bought go up?"

"Nope."

"Then... did you win the lottery?"

"Not that either!"

Hong Ke walked up to Chen Bin, seriously looking into his eyes.

"To me, it’s something incredibly important, important enough to be on par with your position."

Frowning slightly, Chen Bin’s expression darkened a bit.

Although his love for Hong Ke wasn’t as deep as it was for Zhao Xinmei or Ma Juan, she was still his woman.

What else could it be that would be as important to her as himself?