Huayu: When the director changed his major

Chapter 223 Children's Song "Cricket Pupa"

It was not until 11 o'clock in the evening that Cheng Xi finished expressing his inspiration.

Now I have some drafts saved, so it will be easier to update in the next few days.

And Reba didn't show any impatience at all.

She read the novel from beginning to end, so it was a novel experience to see the plot for the first time.

So this is how the novel was written, with some deletions and revisions.

My brother would also get anxious and pull his hair out of frustration when his words weren't flowing smoothly.

I used to think that genius writers had the entire story figured out in their heads.

Then I just started writing, and a novel came out.

It turned out not to be.

It turns out that everything requires effort.

Genius is no exception.

"Brother, I recently applied for an account to play League of Legends. When I learn how to play, can you teach me?"

"what!?"

Reba actually started playing League of Legends.

But this seems to make some sense.

After all, it was Yang Mi who originally taught her to play King of Glory, and later she also took on "You Are My Glory".

Yang Mi’s kingship is real, but I don’t know how good Reba’s gaming skills are.

I haven't seen her on any e-sports variety shows.

Now when I have nothing to do, I play with my roommates, and many classmates I know in college also play.

Reba saw it and thought it was normal to give it a try.

Thinking of this, Cheng Xi touched Reba's head lovingly.

"No problem, but playing games shouldn't interfere with your major or work."

"Of course. I'll just play in my spare time."

In fact, Reba didn’t say anything more, which was that she wanted to play with her brother more.

After working overtime so late, Cheng Xi's stomach started to growl.

When Reba heard this, she immediately smiled and said:

"Brother, can I take you out for a midnight snack tonight?"

Cheng Xi had takeout dinner that Deng Jie ordered for him, just to make do with it.

I'm actually a little hungry now.

"Okay, where are you taking my brother?"

"There's a new shop next to the college. It has a few small private rooms and the food is delicious."

"Okay, let's go."

When they walked downstairs, Reba took out a mask and put it on Cheng Xi.

This is the famous helplessness. You have to wear a mask even in such hot weather.

"Well, it should be okay without it near the academy, right?"

"I forgot to bring it last time and ended up getting onlookers. If it's not too much trouble for you, you don't have to bring it."

Okay, take it with you.

A few days later, my roommates were playing games and discussing the latest "Dragon Blind" skin.

“Why didn’t I get it?”

"It's a limited-time event. Who can you blame if you don't participate in it?"

"I really want to have an account with all heroes and skins. Then I'd be the coolest guy in the whole canyon!"

Cheng Xi happened to receive a call from Li Wentao.

"Boss, Penguin League of Legends has contacted our company and wants to invite you to be their spokesperson and star summoner."

"What, LOL endorsement? Looking for me? I'm not a celebrity."

"Well, I guess I found out from Weibo that the boss likes to play this game. They offered an endorsement fee of 800 million yuan a year."

“Oh, is that high or low?”

"In the gaming field, it's very high."

"Also, they want you to write a theme song for League of Legends."

"Okay, give me a reply and tell me I'm considering it."

After hanging up the phone, Cheng Xi thought about it.

League of Legends will become a national game in the future, and endorsing it is a good opportunity to increase your national popularity.

But I am not an artist, and I don’t want to run around for announcements or do endorsements in the future.

This business is enough to keep me busy.

And now I have to wear a mask even if I want to have a midnight snack.

To be honest, Cheng Xi feels that fame is something.

It’s best in the second and third tier cities.

Some of your loyal fans know you, while others are not familiar with you.

Just go out, you will be free and not be watched by people.

I can also say hello to the fans.

This is Cheng Xi’s favorite state.

The roommates also heard Cheng Xi answering the phone.

Cheng Xi didn't avoid them either. After all, this was in the dormitory and he couldn't avoid them even if he wanted to.

What's more, I answered the call while playing games.

"Director Cheng, sure, you're going to debut as a star!"

"If you really become a spokesperson, won't you be giving gaming benefits to your brothers?"

"No way, when I open the game I'll be able to see Director Cheng's face. Will I be able to continue playing this game?"

"Director Cheng, go get some beauty treatments first. Your appearance will make all the female players quit the game!"

Cheng Xi: “.”

"You're all just jealous! Is it my fault that I'm handsome?!"

"Besides, there's nothing to say about this matter. Let's do it quickly and stop chatting."

"Is the spokesperson so unwilling to lose?"

"Let's teach the ugly spokesperson a lesson!"

After finishing the game, Cheng Xi turned off his computer and went to class with his roommates. In class, Cheng Xi thought about the theme song of League of Legends.

There just happens to be a good song that is readily available, a favorite among primary school students - the famous children's song "Cricket Pupa".

I guess Eason Chan didn’t even realize how he suddenly became a children’s song singer.

"Love you walking alone in the dark alley,

Love the way you don't kneel,
Loving you has made me face despair,
I refused to cry."

As Cheng Xi was writing, he was almost singing while shaking his legs.

Very brainwashing.

This song was originally the theme song of "League of Legends".

It is still very relevant now.

You know, even if you take it out of League of Legends, this is still a divine song when viewed on its own.

League of Legends asked me to write the theme song, which was a great deal.

Well, in order not to let this song be wasted.

You have to add money!
Ever since Cheng Xi asked Li Wentao to reply and say that he would consider it, there was suddenly no sound from the League of Legends.

But when the song "Lone Hero" was written, Cheng Xi asked someone to record a demo and sent it to Penguin League of Legends.

The people in the League of Legends can no longer sit still.

I immediately arranged to come to BJ the next day to visit Teacher Zuibai in person.

"Hello, Mr. Zuibai. I finally get to see your true face. Your poem 'The Lone Brave Man' is so well written."

"Who says only those who stand in the light are heroes? That's a great point! This is exactly what our game League of Legends is all about!"

Cheng Xi looked at Huang Lingdong, the person in charge of the League of Legends, and saw him bringing a team of people to the downstairs of Zuibai Entertainment, and he enthusiastically took the initiative to shake hands with him.

The first thing Huang Lingdong said was to praise the song "The Lone Brave Man".

"Mr. Huang, thank you for your compliment. It's just a song. Your game is really good. I'm a loyal player."

When Cheng Xi said this, both sides burst into laughter.

When we arrived at the company's meeting room which had been prepared long ago.

Cheng Xi first gave a speech, welcoming Mr. Huang from Penguin League of Legends.

Although the person who came was just a leader of the League of Legends, Cheng Xi knew how far the League of Legends would develop in the future.

Mr. Huang has a bright future.

This is my first time dealing with the Penguin Department, so of course I have to establish a good relationship with Mr. Huang.

It will also be a help in the future.

The company attendees applauded warmly after listening to Cheng Xi's welcome speech.

Mr. Huang and the League of Legends team also felt that Teacher Zuibai was very enthusiastic.

I just don't know if it's because of Penguin or if he's really a loyal fan of the game.

Then Mr. Huang also said a few polite words, and after the greetings, they got down to business.

"Teacher Zuibai, our decision-makers have all heard this song. Although it's just a demo, we all agree that this song is very suitable for the theme song."

"We're not hiding anything. We're offering 200 million to buy out this song."

He spends 800 million a year on his endorsements, but is willing to pay 200 million for a single song.

The Penguin Group is still very wealthy.

If it were someone else, even the original author, they would definitely be happy to sell it.

But Cheng Xi knew the value of this song.

It is no exaggeration to say that "The Lone Brave" can make an artist.

The kind where each person has a hit song.

"Mr. Huang, to be honest, I've been writing this song for a long time, and it's the one I'm most satisfied with so far."

"Of course, League of Legends also gave me a lot of inspiration, but I think this song is about universal values."

"We must keep the copyright in our own hands. Only then can we have a chance to negotiate."

Cheng Xi chose to get straight to the point without hesitation.

The bottom line signal of the negotiation cannot be wrong.

When Mr. Huang heard this, he was a little stunned.

Originally, the main purpose of the trip to Yanjing was to discuss endorsement cooperation.

As for the song, he thought he could get it immediately as soon as he named the price.

After all, 200 million per song is already the price for a first-class song without market verification.

After all, Mr. Zuibai is not a professional composer, nor can he be considered top-notch.

But unexpectedly, I was rejected directly and there was no possibility of negotiation.

Mr. Huang is also a veteran, since Zuibai is willing to submit the demo of this song to League of Legends.

I am definitely willing to cooperate, it’s just a matter of details, so I asked calmly:

"Then according to Mr. Zuibai, how should we collaborate on this song?"

"200 million, a 5-year license to use the League of Legends theme song on all occasions, and label it as the League of Legends theme song."

"Five years is too short, and how can I ensure that the use of this song won't negatively impact League of Legends?"

"This protection clause can be included in the contract. I'm not afraid to tell Mr. Huang the truth: if League of Legends doesn't require authorization, our company will release the single."

"Can I ask the singer if Mr. Zuibai has someone suitable in mind?"

"It has not been confirmed yet, but what is certain is that it will be a top-tier singer with great talent. We will then fully launch promotions for this song, which I believe will be beneficial to both parties."

Huang Lingdong continued to fight for several rounds.

But seeing that Cheng Xi refused to give in, he knew that it would be difficult to negotiate the copyright.

Just when Huang Lingdong thought the negotiations were about to break down, Cheng Xi unexpectedly spoke again:

"Actually, I can license this song to you for free."

When Huang Lingdong heard this, he was suddenly stunned.

Could it be that Mr. Zuibai is really so loyal to the game?

It was so difficult to negotiate at the beginning, but now they are willing to give it to you for free.

But he knew there must be conditions, so he waited quietly for Cheng Xi to explain the reason.

Cheng Xi certainly has a reason, otherwise who would come here to discuss a two million dollar deal with you.

That's too self-deprecating.

So he decided not to waste any more time, and said with a smile:
"Aren't you also looking for a spokesperson?"

"What do you think of our Reba?"

(End of this chapter)