Urban Life: I Became Jiang Nansun's Landlord

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Upon hearing this, Zhong Xiaoqin immediately understood.

Zhong Xiaoqin was overjoyed to hear this; she hadn't expected that her novel would actually reach the level required for publication.

Of course, the website received a very positive response, and many people followed the page.

She just didn't expect that someone would contact her so soon, wanting to publish her work.

The thought that her relationship with Lin Yi might be seen by more people made Zhong Xiaoqin very happy.

In reality, Lin Yi is not just her; there are other girls around him.

But in her novels, Lin Yi belongs to her alone.

This is her last bit of stubbornness.

“Sure, I have time,” Zhong Xiaoqin said.

"Okay, I'm in Shanghai..."

Editor Tang gave a name, and Zhong Xiaoqin drove over.

On the way there, Zhong Xiaoqin became suspicious and made a phone call to Lin Yi.

Lin Yi said, "If it's split, it'll be 8 or more."

If it's a buyout, a one-time payment of over one million is acceptable.

Also, when negotiating, be careful to distinguish between the copyright to publication and the copyright to all rights, so as not to be deceived.

Copyright includes game adaptations, novel publishing, audiobooks, comics, film and television dramas, etc.

"Uh-huh."

This was Lin Yi's advice to her.

Furthermore, several examples were given to tell Zhong Xiaoqin that the copyrights of many novel authors were sold off cheaply.

The novel copyright of "Ghost Cooking Lamp" was a huge future IP, worth over 100 million, but it was only sold for 100,000.

There are many similar examples.

Lin Yi didn't ask for more money because he was considering the time factor.

Zhong Xiaoqin said, "Darling, I understand, thank you."

With Lin Yi's words as a reference, Zhong Xiaoqin understood immediately.

As for why Lin Yi planned to ask for so much money, she didn't understand.

However, Zhong Xiaoqin unconditionally trusted Lin Yi, because she was certain that Lin Yi would not lie to her.

Zhong Xiaoqin had a better idea of ​​what was going on.

Upon arrival, Editor Tang waved, and Zhong Xiaoqin walked over.

"I never expected that such a beautiful girl would write this novel," Editor Tang said with a smile.

"No, not at all," Zhong Xiaoqin said with a smile.

Editor Tang smiled and said, "I'll get straight to the point: our publishing house wants the copyright to Ms. Zhong's novel."

Zhong Xiaoqin asked with a smile, "Just the publishing rights, or the full rights to the novel?"

Zhong Xiaoqin's question surprised Editor Tang.

In fact, when they edited the discussion, they deliberately blurred this point.

It's fair to say that many of the copyrights in their publishing house were bought at low prices, and some were even obtained through a combination of coaxing and deception. Those in the know understand.

Editor Tang was surprised that the other party immediately pointed out his problem.

Editor Tang composed himself, smiled, and said, "All copyrights."

“Of course, what price do you want?” Zhong Xiaoqin asked.

"One hundred thousand," Editor Tang said.

"Cough cough... What you're talking about, is it revenue sharing or a buyout?" Zhong Xiaoqin almost choked.

"Buy it out," Editor Tang said.

Zhong Xiaoqin stood up abruptly, ready to leave.

Zhong Xiaoqin said, "You have no sincerity at all. I'm sorry, I can't play along."

"How many do you want?" Editor Tang pressed.

“One million,” Zhong Xiaoqin said.

“Impossible, Ms. Zhong. If you want more, I understand, but this is far too much. Not only our company, but other companies can't offer such a high price,” Editor Tang quickly said.

“Then we won’t sell it,” Zhong Xiaoqin said with a smile.

Compared to an editor named Tang whom she didn't know, Zhong Xiaoqin would naturally listen to her boyfriend.

Lin Yi would never lie to her.

“Ms. Zhong, why bother? Once you sell the copyright, you’ll suddenly have so much more money. What couldn’t you buy?” Editor Tang said.

Zhong Xiaoqin shook her head, came up with a reason, and refused, saying, "I'm sorry, Editor Tang, I don't want 100,000 yuan."

"We can give you a little more," Editor Tang said.

"There's no need to talk anymore, what's there to talk about?"

Zhong Xiaoqin said speechlessly, "Editor Tang, let me put it this way, I really don't lack money."

My boyfriend gives me millions in pocket money.

Why would I waste half a day arguing with you over 100,000 yuan?

I'd rather use this time to sweet-talk my boyfriend; he'd definitely be more willing to give me more.

This was just something Zhong Xiaoqin said casually, an excuse she used to decline.

However, to Editor Tang, it was a devastating blow.

He finally understood why his usually successful 100,000 yuan investment had failed miserably this time.

In the past, as long as he asked for 100,000, the other party would happily sell the copyright.

As it turned out, they didn't even care about 100,000 yuan.

Other girls' boyfriends give them millions in pocket money, while the 100,000 he gave them is nothing.

No wonder people looked down on him so much; he really is rich.

Editor Tang really wants to ask, does her boyfriend still need anyone? Don't be so rigid about gender.

If all else fails, he could go to Tai Lang and get some treatment before coming back.

Under Editor Tang's watchful gaze, Zhong Xiaoqin turned and left without any hesitation.

"I'm so damn envious—"

Only rich people can live so carefree.

Only then can one disregard 100,000 yuan.

However, Editor Tang was very curious: who was her boyfriend? How much money must he have to be willing to give so much money?

I wonder if I can get a powerful backer.

……

Wang Manni, with her bright red makeup, was standing next to Lin Yi.

However, most of her lipstick is now missing, as she and Lin Yi ate it.

Wang Manni realized that Lin Yi was significantly more powerful than before...

This bad guy.

Really good at playing.

Wang Manni hugged Lin Yi and asked, "Xiaoqin is amazing! Her novel has been published."

But darling, you're asking for so much right away, can the other person afford it?

"It's very difficult," Lin Yi said truthfully.

Unlike ten years from now, back then, even decent copyrights were worth over a million.

Obtaining copyrights worth over a million dollars these days is extremely difficult.

“Then we won’t be able to sell them?” Wang Manni said.

“Well, it doesn’t matter if we can’t sell them. We can just keep them and sell them later. Anyway, she doesn’t need that little bit of money right now,” Lin Yi said.

“Mmm.” Wang Manni nodded in agreement.

As the two were talking, Lin Yi's phone suddenly received a call.

The phone number was unfamiliar, but Lin Yi answered it anyway.

"Hello, I'm Jiang Lai, do you remember me?"

The other party's words startled both Lin Yi and Wang Manni.

Wang Manni's current makeup and attire still resemble Jiang Lai's.

Lin Yi, on the other hand, had just discussed some important national affairs with "fake Jiang Lai".

They were both startled when they suddenly received a call from Makoto.

It's like they've been caught doing something wrong.

Lin Yi was fine, but Wang Manni suddenly grabbed Lin Yi's hand, her face turning red.

"Of course I remember. She's a girl who looks a lot like me... and my friend Wang Manni, right?" Lin Yi said with a smile after calming down.

I almost let it slip.

“Not bad,” Jiang Lai said with a smile.

Jiang Lai was surprised that Lin Yi still remembered her after all this time.