Ma Hongsheng was already very familiar with Lin Chuan, and one-fifth of the news came from the Mengying Group.
At this moment, there are still reporters interviewing senior executives of Mengying Group, and they even want to give Lin Chuan an exclusive interview.
I just never had the chance.
Who would have thought that Lin Chuan would actually come to the newspaper office in person. Ma Hongsheng was so excited that he shook hands with Lin Chuan vigorously.
After sitting down and serving tea, Lin Chuan glanced around this ancient office. The paint on the walls was peeling off.
That desk is engraved with the mottled effects of time, giving everything a touch of culture.
Ma Hongsheng took a thermos bottle and poured water for Lin Chuan and said with a smile: "Mr. Lin is here, I'm a little nervous!"
Lin Chuan picked up the tea cup and said with an approachable smile: "There is nothing to be nervous about. I also have one nose and two eyes. I am just a little richer than others, but it doesn't really matter!"
Being richer than others, Ma Hongsheng felt envious in his heart.
More than just a little money?
A newspaper only costs five cents. How many newspapers can he, Lin Chuan, buy with his wealth?
"Mr. Lin, you have so many things to do, why did you suddenly come to the newspaper office? If I had known you were coming, I would have organized a welcome ceremony for you!"
Although these words were somewhat flattering, Lin Chuan still saw sincerity in Ma Hongsheng's brows.
To be the president of a newspaper, in addition to having a certain level of education, you must also have good management skills.
Especially those who work in the news, every aspect must be taken into consideration, almost to the point of failure.
Therefore, facing such a cautious person, Lin Chuan did not mince words and said directly: "I want to buy a stake in your newspaper, and then I will invest in a new newspaper building for you.
As well as a large amount of operating funds, as well as computer typesetting technology, at the same time, I will distribute your newspaper nationwide!"
Ma Hongsheng's eyes widened in shock.
This is a good thing that fell from the sky.
Moreover, every condition given by Lin Chuan is what the newspaper needs most at the moment.
Ma Hongsheng also knew that Lin Chuan was a capitalist and it was impossible to give these things away for free.
He then wiped the sweat from his cheeks and asked very pertinently: "Mr. Lin will definitely not invest in these for free, right?"
Lin Chuan nodded and said calmly: "You are right. What I want is to have some say. The influence of public opinion is very powerful!"
Needless to say, Ma Hongsheng immediately understood what Lin Chuan meant.
That is to get the newspaper to speak on his side.
Ma Hongsheng did not immediately agree.
Inner desires and professional ethics are attacking each other.
He doesn't even know that once capital enters the newspaper, will their newspaper still have its own space?
Lin Chuan had already noticed his thoughts and said with a smile: "I understand your mood very well. Capital and professional ethics are two completely different concepts.
But they do not conflict. Capital will gain benefits, but it will also make certain things stronger, such as the market, and professional ethics will allow you to stick to your bottom line and not be shaken by capital.
This is a long story to say. I could tell you about capital last year, but it has nothing to do with you. You just know that after the new newspaper is established, you will still be the president.
And I am the only shareholder of the newspaper, I will provide you with all the resources you want, it depends on whether you agree or not!"
"I want to think about it!"
Ma Hongsheng still hesitated.
Because he is the president of the newspaper, he has knowledge in many aspects.
Especially the Mengying Group.
He has even been studying Mengying Group and how Lin Chuan achieved success.
Likewise, Ma Hongsheng knew that Lin Chuan was an expert in capital operations, so it might not be appropriate to agree easily.
He needs time to think it over and discuss it.
Lin Chuan also stood up at this time and said: "I will give you one day to think about it, and I very much hope that we can cooperate!"
Ma Hongsheng had just sent Lin Chuan away, and the newspaper office was in a state of excitement. Everyone wanted to know why Lin Chuan suddenly came to the newspaper office.
In desperation, Ma Hongsheng could only hold a meeting first and explain Lin Chuan's intention in detail.
The conference room instantly became lively.
"It is said that Lin Chuan is wealth, and he will get rich wherever he appears. It seems to be true. Look at the conditions given by others. To be honest, if we rely on ourselves, we probably won't be able to achieve this in twenty years!"
"Isn't that right? With the new newspaper building, office funds, supplies, and computers, how many years will it take to sell these newspapers that cost us five cents a copy? President, why are you hesitating? Just agree!"
"Now is an era of comprehensive development of commercialization. We must also follow the trend of development. Although newspapers are spiritual food, from other perspectives, they can also be regarded as a kind of commodity. As long as it is a commodity, there must be a market.
It’s working!”
Seeing everyone talking to each other in great interest, everyone eagerly hoped that Lin Chuan could become a shareholder, Ma Hongsheng remained silent.
This is the commodity economy, which makes many people impetuous.
They seem to have long forgotten their past pursuits and ideas, and now they only pursue material enjoyment.
But everyone became more and more enthusiastic as they talked, and did not notice Ma Hongsheng's slightly ugly expression at all.
It wasn't until Ma Hongsheng knocked on the table that the conference room became quiet.
Under everyone's gaze, Ma Hongsheng said slowly: "I still don't agree with Mengying Group's investment. You all see the benefits, but have you never thought about why Lin Chuan bought shares?
He wants our newspaper to be his mouthpiece. Is this what we should do? And what we should do is to do our part and run our newspaper well.
You should also put away your impetuous hearts and think about why you joined this industry in the first place?"
Not only were these words unconvincing, but they also made everyone's dissatisfaction instantly permeate the conference room.
The first person to speak was director Lao Xu.
He is highly myopic, and even his spectacle lenses are super thick, making his eyes look distorted.
"Lao Ma, what you said is a bit serious. I dare say that every colleague here loves this profession very much, but does this not conflict with our pursuit of material things?
You said that Lin Chuan wants us to become his mouthpiece, but we can't all follow what he says. We also have industry standards and rules, okay?
Our thoughts are not for ourselves, we also want to make the newspaper better, so you should listen to everyone’s thoughts!”
However, Ma Hongsheng still didn't make any statement, but got up and left the conference room directly.
It made everyone look at each other in shock.
At the same time, Qin Mengying's car happened to pass by the business center, and she saw Ju Xuanyao and a group of women handing out leaflets at the door.
She asked the bodyguard to get a copy for her as well.
The flyer read: "The charity party sponsored by Huishi Mengying Group and Ms. Qin Mengying, the financial director of Mengying Group, will be held at the Business Center Cinema at 8pm three days later!"