novelraw Chapter 122 Combat
Chapter 122 Combat
Chapter 122 Combat
The important thing is that they are real.
Mr. Wang did not deny the authenticity of these emails, nor did he deny bribing Professor Wu, nor did he deny stealing training materials.
What does this mean? It means that Huayi did indeed do these things.
He stood up, walked to the edge of the stage, and looked down at Wang Zhonglei: "As for the source of the evidence, if Mr. Wang feels there is a problem, he can call the police or file a lawsuit. I am ready to respond at any time."
But before that, please explain why Huayi plagiarized our action choreography?
Why smear Zhang Liangying's concert? Why edit the recordings to distort the facts?
Wang Zhonglei's expression finally changed. He hadn't expected Li Jun to be so firm.
"Director Li."
He sneered.
"Do you think you can win with just these things?"
"I didn't expect to win."
Li Jun said.
"I just want to make good movies. But if you insist on blocking my way, then I have no choice but to lay out everything you've done."
The two stared at each other, and sparks seemed to fly in the air.
Reporters frantically documented the scene. Tomorrow's headlines already feature "Bodyguards and Assassins" director Li Jun confronting Huayi Brothers' Wang Zhonglei, exposing industry malpractices.
Wang Zhonglei was the first to look away.
He turned to face the reporters, flashing a professional smile: "Ladies and gentlemen, today's press conference has shown me many interesting things."
But I want to remind everyone that in the film industry, ultimately, it's the works themselves that speak for themselves.
He glanced at Li Jun.
"I heard the progress is slow, and some actors even got injured?"
These words hit the nail on the head.
Huayi Brothers' "The Storm Riders 1905" will be released next month, while "Bodyguards and Assassins" — "
The production team kept Xie Tingfeng's injury a secret, but it was clear that Wang Zhonglei had inside information.
Li Jun's expression remained unchanged: "Xie Tingfeng did suffer some minor injuries, but the filming progress is normal."
Moreover, we would rather go slower than compromise on quality.
Instead of resorting to plagiarism and theft to rush out a fast-food movie like some others.
"Fast food movies?"
Wang Zhonglei smiled.
"Director Li, did you know that the pre-sale box office of 'Storm 1905' has exceeded 50 million?"
"And your movie hasn't even released a trailer yet, has it?"
That's a harsh statement.
Pre-sale box office is a hard indicator; Wang Zhonglei is using commercial achievements to pressure people.
Just as Li Jun was about to retaliate, Zhang Liangying suddenly stood up.
She took the microphone from Li Jun and walked to the center of the stage.
Everyone was stunned. Including Li Jun.
"Mr. Wang."
Zhang Liangying spoke, her voice trembling slightly, but very clear.
"You just said that the film industry ultimately depends on the quality of the works themselves. I agree."
She paused, her gaze sweeping across the audience: "I am a singer."
My work is my music.
BJ's concert, the Shanghai concert—everyone who's been there knows I sing with my heart.
You've tried to smear me by editing recordings and by using music critics to question me, but these things don't change the music itself.
She looked at Wang Zhonglei: "You said that the pre-sale box office of 'Storm 1905' has exceeded 50 million, which is very impressive."
But I want to ask, if this movie was made through plagiarism, smear campaigns, and theft, is such success meaningful?
What will the audience remember after watching it? Will they be moved?
Do you think it was worth the ticket price?
Wang Zhonglei narrowed his eyes: "Ms. Zhang, you are a musician, you don't understand movies."
"I don't understand movies."
Zhang Liangying nodded.
"But I know what sincerity is."
Director Li is very sincere in making movies, and I am very sincere in making music.
And in everything you've done, I see not a single trace of sincerity.
She turned to face the reporters: "I'm here today not only to clarify the rumors, but also to tell everyone that there are still people in this industry who are working seriously."
Perhaps they will walk slowly, perhaps they will get hurt, perhaps they will be smeared.
But they didn't give up, because they believed that good work is worth persisting in.
Her voice choked with emotion, but she continued, "That's just who I am."
Director Li is also one of them.
So no matter what happens after today, no matter what methods Mr. Wang uses, I will continue to sing.
"Use my voice to prove what true art is."
After speaking, she put down the microphone and returned to her seat. She didn't look at Wang Zhonglei even once throughout the entire conversation.
The banquet hall was silent for a few seconds, then applause broke out again.
This time it was more intense and lasted longer.
Wang Zhonglei stood there, his face ashen. He hadn't expected to be questioned in public by a singer, and every word of his had hit the nail on the head.
He stared at Zhang Liangying for a long time, then sneered and turned to leave.
The press conference ended in chaos.
Reporters swarmed around to ask questions, but Li Jun and Zhang Liangying, protected by Yuan Tao and Linda, quickly left the scene.
Back in the lounge, as soon as the door closed, Zhang Liangying collapsed onto the sofa.
"Was I too impulsive just now?"
She asked in a low voice.
"Don't act impulsively."
Li Jun sat down next to her.
"Well said. Better than I could have."
"But Wang Zhonglei, he..."
He has already lost.
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Li Jun held her hand.
"The things you said today will spread all over the internet tomorrow."
Audiences aren't stupid; they can tell the difference between sincerity and hypocrisy.
Linda burst in, her face beaming with excitement: "It's trending!"
Zhang Liangying's questioning of Wang Zhonglei is ranked first! The comments are overwhelmingly in support of you!
She handed him the phone. Sure enough, Weibo was already buzzing.
Zhang Liangying's last words were edited into a video, and it was shared over 10,000 times within minutes. The comments were full of: "Zhang Liangying is awesome! This is a true artist!"
"Wang Zhonglei is disgusting! Boycott Huayi!"
"Support 'Bodyguards and Assassins'! Support Li Jun and Zhang Liangying!"
"What's the use of high pre-sale box office? Success achieved through plagiarism is dishonorable!"
Public opinion has completely reversed.
As Zhang Liangying read these comments, tears welled up in her eyes again. But this time, they were tears of joy.
"Did we win?"
She couldn't believe it.
"We've won for now."
Li Jun said.
"But Wang Zhonglei won't let this go."
He glanced at the time: "I have to go back to Hong Kong. I have filming to do this afternoon."
"So fast?"
Time waits for no one.
Li Jun stood up.
"What are your plans for the future?"
"Guangzhou tour, in three days."
Zhang Liangying also stood up.
"Will you come?"
Li Jun looked at her and smiled: "Yes. I will definitely go."
He walked to the door, then turned back and said, "Liangying, thank you for today."
"What are you thanking me for?"
"Thank you for standing by my side."
Li Jun said.
"Thank you for showing me what courage is."
Zhang Liangying smiled, but there were tears in her eyes: "You too."
After Li Jun left, Linda hugged Zhang Liangying: "Liangying, you're amazing! You know what? You're the toughest female celebrity on the entire internet now!"
Zhang Liangying shook her head: "I'm not a celebrity. I'm just a singer."