"Since I said I would sign them, then I will sign them for you. If you do not believe me, you can call your brothers and sisters from the troupe now. I will prepare the contract." Zhang Xiaohua said with certainty, he buried his head afterward and began to write up the contract.
The reason why he agreed to Ling Ming's request was not only because she was his ideal singer, but the key point was that this girl understood loyalty and valued it greatly.
After all, not many people would even remember their old helpers when given such a good opportunity to become famous, let alone risk their chance at changing their lives to help bring along those people. She risked losing her chance to get off the streets for them.
Besides, there was nothing wrong with the company getting a song and dance troupe. It would need to be established sooner or later. It was better now than later, and this also allowed him to gain Ling Ming's trust and favor.
"Thank you... Thank you, boss!" Ling Ming was very grateful. She kept thanking Zhang Xiaohua and then took out her mobile phone, making several calls.
An hour later, the room was full of people, and many more had to wait outside because the room was just too small.
Zhang Xiaohua counted about thirty people: they were men and women of all ages, all full of vigor and vitality. Some of them were even wearing abstract clothes. With just a glance, he instantly knew that they were all artists.
"This is Boss Zhang. Those songs that Wang Jingwen sang were all written by him, and she is also a member of this company. Everyone, say hello to Boss Zhang."
Ling Ming happily explained to the people who had just arrived and introduced Zang Xiaohua. Before her voice fell, thirty people spoke in unison calling out "Boss Zhang". Their voices were loud and powerful, soaring and deafening!
"Oh, this momentum is really good!" Zhang Xiaohua was very satisfied. He could not help but praise them and immediately asked, "What is the name of the troupe? Who is the head and what types of dances can you guys do?"
"Reporting to the boss, we are called 'Thunder Song and Dance Troupe'. I am the head of the group, my name is Shi Yuan. We can perform many dance styles, such as modern, machine, figure, jazz, and street dance. If Boss needs it, we can also prepare a performance based on contemporary schools of dance according to your requirements. These are our abilities; we will not let the boss down." Shi Yuan patted his chest and gave a warm introduction.
Zhang Xiaohua carefully looked at Shi Yuan: he was tall and muscular, with a long chiseled face and full of spirit with a dignified appearance! Anyway... He felt that the name of the team was too rustic.
Zhang Xiaohua immersed himself in his thoughts for a moment then said: "From now on, you can call it 'TSD Troupe Cooperation' or simply 'TSD Troupe'. If you do not mind, I will write the team's new name in the contract. Then, you can sign it as their representative."
Shi Yuan and his teammates looked at each other and reached a consensus through their eyes.
He heard Shi Yuan say: "No problem."
The 'TSD Troupe' was officially established in this moment.
The next moment, Zhang Xiaohua handed the printed contract to Shi Yuan: "Take a look. If there are no problems, you can sign the contract."
Shi Yuan nodded and looked at the contract seriously. In order for other people to understand the contents of the contract, he read it out loud: "This contract is valid for five years. The TSD Dance Company will be responsible for carrying out all the tasks stated in the contract during the duration of the contract. All performances arranged by HuaXiang Entertainment Company promises that TSD Troupe will earn a performance fee of at least 300,000 Yuan…"
As Shi Yuan read up to this point, the members of the group could not help but feel at a loss!
A performance fee as high as 300,000... This was already an astronomical price for the members. Taking into account that they usually went to those shopping malls or street performances, they earned on average 3,000 Yuan for each session. Only one hundred yuan could be allocated to each person. If business was good, in a month like January, they could get up to 1,500 Yuan per person.
Yet now, their performance fee would be 300,000 Yuan. That is to say, when they performed, each member could receive a minimum of 10,000 Yuan in remuneration, which was a surprise to the members!
Yuan Datong was also shocked by this price!
They had never seen such an open-minded boss.
Yuan Datong once again went to Zhang Xiaohua's side and whispered, "A performance fee of 300,000? Isn't it a bit high? Even if they worked for Wang Jingwen's concert, we cannot guarantee that Wang Jingwen's concert will earn enough to pay off all the costs."
Zhang Xiaohua smiled brilliantly and said generously: "Since they are willing to join us, I can't be stingy now. Last time, when I said that I would make you guys millionaires, I succeeded, right? Just have some belief. As soon as they step into the door of this company, I must treat them equally. Otherwise, the company will sooner or later split up."
Yuan Datong was silent; however, in his heart, he felt that Zhang Xiaohua's words were very reasonable. He knew that this kid would never do a lose-lose business. Since he made this decision, he must have his reasons.
"Well, you can figure it out." Yuan Datong did not say much. Zhang Xiaohua was the CEO. So he had nothing to worry about.
Zhang Xiaohua looked at Emma and the others and asked, "Do you have any opinions?"
They collectively shook their heads and expressed no objection. At the same time, everyone also firmly believed in Zhang Xiaohua. They believed that no matter what he did, there would be no reason for doubt.
"Okay, that is it. If you have no problems, please sign the contract."
Zhang Xiaohua made a statement, Shi Yuan did not delay, and on behalf of the entire team, he signed along the dotted line, officially becoming HuaXiang Entertainment's dance troupe.
"Boss, what are we going to do next?" Shi Yuan's mood was high, and he could not wait to do something for this company. The other members were also beaming and full of enthusiasm. They couldn't wait for Zhang Xiaohua to arrange work for them.
"Where do you usually dance? Do you have your own dance studio?" Zhang Xiaohua asked.
"We cannot afford to rent a dance studio, so we usually rehearse in the park or on the square." Shi Yuan answered truthfully.
"Well, dancing in… the square? No, that is not allowed." Zhang Xiaohua was depressed. He did not want his company's people to be disgraced, so he immediately turned to Yuan Datong and told him: "General Manager Yuan, give them 100,000 Yuan first, and let them rent a dance studio."
Yuan Datong's face sank, and he instantly felt that his heart had been stabbed.
Well, to make money, we must first spend money. But wasn't this kid a bit over-reaching?
The company did not have any extra money at all. He clearly wanted him to spend money from his own pocket!
However, in front of such a large number of people, the big boss could not be allowed to be humiliated, so Yuan Datong nodded reluctantly went to fetch the money from the bank's ATM before slipping back. When he came back, he had a newspaper in hand. When he opened up the newspaper, a flash of red notes were presented to the crowd. No more, no less, a full hundred thousand.
"You should take this money first. Rent a dance studio and concentrate on practicing. I will inform you in advance when there are any jobs." Zhang Xiaohua said seriously.
"This... Boss, how can this be done? We have not made any contributions to the company yet. If we get the money first, and so much money at that. It is not proper..."
"You should remember—from now on, you represent HuaXiang Entertainment. You cannot go back to the streets again afterward. You will not go to the park or the square to dance. Let's not disturb people, let alone lose face. This money will be the deposit the company gives you. Do not talk nonsense. Take it."
Shi Yuan's speech was interrupted by Zhang Xiaohua. At that time, everyone was speechless. Zhang Xiaohua radiated a unique temperament. No matter what he said, he made people feel like they could not refuse his words.
Since Zhang Xiaohua had already spoken so much, Shi Yuan could only accept. He carefully held the hundred thousand dollars in his arms and solemnly asked Zhang Xiaohua, "Boss, do you have any other orders?"
"For the time being, you go back first. When I have a job for you, I will inform you." Zhang Xiaohua waved and smiled.
"Thank you ,Boss, and thank you, General Manager Yuan! Thank you all! Then we shall go first." Shi Yuan addressed everyone, and then led the team members to leave.