"The Legend of Shushan Swordsman" seems to be a foregone conclusion that it will explode all over the Internet.
On the basis that the first volume "Fighting Fa Ciyun Temple" has accumulated a large number of readers, the second volume "Li Qiongying Learns Taoism" "Getting the Immortal Sword", "Fighting Zombies" and a series of concepts of fighting are even more popular. It took the popularity of this book to new heights.
Not even just readers.
Even many authors expressed their disbelief in their praising reviews that martial arts novels could be written like this.
In addition, while people were surprised by the amazing descriptions and plot settings of the "Lord of Huanzhu Tower", they also speculated on the identity of this mysterious writer.
Some people say that he is a vest worn by a certain martial arts master, while others say that he is a disciple who returned to secular life in Mount Emei.
There is also an even more bizarre speculation that the owner of Huanzhu Tower is an expert in Taoism, otherwise it would be impossible to write those scenes in such an immersive way.
Many reporters wanted to interview this great master, but they were all rejected.
And this also makes the people who eat melons even more curious about the identity of this big boss...
On the other hand, looking at the popularity of "The Legend of Shushan Swordsman", these days are undoubtedly a bit painful for Xiake.com.
After all, this book was first published on Xiake.com, but was eventually signed by Sea Lion Reading. This has become a joke in the industry.
Especially Liu Ye, who was in charge of signing the contract.
The more popular Shushan is in Haishi Reading, the more it highlights his "incompetence" at work.
Although he also wanted to defend himself, Wang Ze was determined to use him as a scapegoat and put all the blame on him.
Liu Ye felt that he could not be more unlucky.
However, he really couldn't argue.
Although Wang Ze meant he didn't want to sign when talking to him, in the end he still agreed to his application for signing. Therefore, in terms of responsibility, no matter how he calculated it, it should be his responsibility.
You can’t say that you cherish talents, so you recommend them to friends, right
If others knew that he recommended Shushan to Sea Lion Reading, the problem would probably be even more serious. At that time, it will not only be a dereliction of duty at work, but it may also have to rise to the level of professional ethics.
Therefore, he simply didn't explain himself, went through the resignation procedures happily, and honestly shouldered everything by himself.
I posted a post on WeChat Moments. The picture shows the place where I have worked for ten years. The caption only has seven words -
[It's time to say goodbye.]
Lots of likes and comments.
After all, he is an old editor who has been in the industry for more than ten years. After hearing the news of his resignation, many people expressed their dissatisfaction with him.
According to the non-competition agreement signed between him and the company, he is not allowed to engage in work related to online literature within three years, otherwise he will bear liquidated damages. Everyone basically knew the rules of Xiake.com, so although some people came to comfort him, no one wanted to help him find an editor's job or anything.
After all, his friends are basically from the same circle.
In addition to introducing him to write books, I am afraid that only his work as an editor can introduce him.
His career was undervalued. Just when Liu Ye was thinking about where to go for a drink, a WeChat message was sent to his mobile phone.
What surprised him was that this person was not his old friend, nor had he ever written a book under him. It could even be said that he was no longer a relevant person.
Huanzhu Louzhu: [You resigned?]
[Well, I just resigned today.]
Huanzhu Louzhu: [Do you have any plans for the future?]
Liu Ye sighed and typed a reply.
[Let’s take a step and see what else we can do.]
Huanzhu Louzhu: [I heard you have a non-compete agreement?]
It’s really a matter of which pot should not be opened.
After seeing this line of news, Liu Ye's brows suddenly twitched hard. He resisted the urge to block him and replied patiently.
[yes.]
Huanzhu Louzhu: [Do you need me to introduce you to a job?]
[?]
Huanzhu Louzhu: [Actually, I have a friend who makes games. His company happens to be short of a screenwriter, and he mainly makes game scripts. If you are interested, you might as well consider it?]
game company
It sounds interesting.
And the game scriptwriter should not violate the competition agreement. He was actually thinking about finding a job in a film and television company before, but now it seems that a game company is also good
Liu Ye was a little moved.
[real?]
The owner of Huanzhu: [Really! If you are interested, I will send you the email address of their company’s human resources department!]
[Can I ask what company it is?]
The owner of Huanzhu: [Yunmeng Game!]
Yunmeng Game
I seem to have heard this name somewhere.
Suddenly, Liu Ye remembered that Temple Escape, which he had mentioned before when chatting with his friends, seemed to have been developed by this company.
I didn’t expect that the owner of Huanzhu Tower had such connections
Liu Ye couldn't help feeling a little emotional.
Is this a complete turnaround
After working in the editing industry for more than ten years, I am still in the position of editor-in-chief. Perhaps it is indeed time to try a different industry.
This Yunmeng Group is said to be registered in Jiangcheng.
It just so happens that I want to go back to my hometown and have a look...
…
Perhaps it was because the owner of Huanzhu had already contacted the company in advance and almost immediately after sending his resume, Liu Ye received the electronic offer.
After flying to Jiangcheng, Liu Ye found the company located in the Chengnan Entrepreneurship Park according to the address on the email.
When he took the elevator to the twentieth floor, a young man who looked a bit mature was already waiting at the door. The moment he saw him, the young man's eyes suddenly lit up and he took the initiative to extend his right hand.
"Hello! I am Li Zongzheng, CEO of Yunmeng Games. Are you Liu Ye, the former editor of Xiake.com?"
"It's... it's me, do you know me?"
Looking at Li Zongzheng who looked happy, Liu Ye was a little surprised.
Of course, what surprised him even more was that the other party valued him so much, and the person who came to receive him was actually the CEO!
"I have submitted articles to Xiake.com before, although I didn't sign a contract." Li Zongzheng touched the back of his head and smiled sheepishly, "Later, I was busy with my studies, so I didn't have time to write."
Liu Ye: "Well, that's it... I'm quite busy playing games."
Li Zongzheng: "It's not like playing games. I was still doing measurements on the construction site at that time."
Liu Ye: "...?"
"Don't talk about this! Let me introduce our company to you first. Our Yunmeng Games was established last month. We are a game company focused on dreams!"
Founded last month
Specialized, focused on dreams
Liu Ye was stunned and began to panic for no reason.
"... Because the company's business is still on the rise, there are only two of us for the time being, but I assure you that after the autumn recruitment, the company will definitely become lively."
"It doesn't matter if it's hot or not." After looking around, Liu Ye sniffed the smell of formaldehyde in the air and asked, "Is this just decorated?"
"That's right! Our boss rented out the entire twentieth floor and hired a decoration company to redesign it. It's a little smelly now. It'll be fine after a few days of ventilation!"
Fine…
Anyway, I am just an unemployed person now, so I don’t have much to choose from.
Liu Ye nodded, looked at him and asked.
"Is there any work you need me to do?"
"Of course! Rather, you came at the perfect time!" Li Zongzheng smiled heartily, his eyes filled with enthusiasm, "To be honest, our company is planning to create a martial arts-themed game. The story of I’ve already set up the background outline and so on, and I just sent someone to help perfect the script!”
Liu Ye: "I... used to be an editor, and this job is somewhat different from writing a book. I don't know if I can handle the game script."
"It doesn't matter, genius ideas are often born in discussions," Li Zongzheng laughed, patted his shoulder, and continued, "I will give you an outline then, and you can help me improve the branch line, and then Let’s find someone who can write it, and you can just control the quality!”
That’s no problem…
Liu Ye nodded.
"Okay, if there are no other questions, I can start working now."
"There's no rush, no rush, you should get familiar with the company first today," Li Zongzheng smiled sheepishly and continued, "To be honest, I only came up with this idea yesterday when I was watching the Legend of Shushan Swordsman. There is no time to perfect this idea... Of course, it would be better if you could provide me with some useful suggestions!"
Liu Ye: "..."
Is this company really okay
He suddenly began to worry about his future.
At this time, the elevator behind the two people suddenly stopped at the twentieth floor, and Hao Yun just walked in from outside.
Looking at Hao Yun coming out of the elevator, Liu Ye looked at Li Zongzheng and asked.
"Who is this?"
"This is the boss of our company! Just call him Mr. Hao!"
Hearing that he was the boss, Liu Ye was in awe and took the initiative to extend his right hand.
"Hello, Mr. Hao!"
"Ahem, hello, hello... My name is Hao Yun, you can call me whatever you want," Hao Yun shook hands with Liu Ye, then looked at Li Zongzheng and said with a smile, "You are busy, so don't pay attention to me. "
At this time, a line of light blue pop-up windows suddenly popped up from above Liu Ye's head.
[Talent: Script Master]
[Potential value: 5]
Huh
He is actually talented
The expression on Hao Yun's face was slightly surprised.
Judging from his age, Liu Ye is almost forty years old.
At this age, he still has 5 points of potential, which means that the system believes that in his future life, he will still have the opportunity to encounter an opportunity that can change his life, and use this opportunity to create extraordinary achievements
There is something...
After shaking hands with Hao Yun, Liu Ye let go of his hand and followed Li Zongzheng to the office area of Yunmeng Games.
The two had always communicated under pen names before. Hao Yun had not told Liu Ye his real name, and had never met offline. Naturally, it was impossible for Liu Ye to recognize him as the owner of Huanzhu Tower.
Hao Yun didn't stay in the company for a long time. He came here mainly to wait for the people from the decoration company to come over to sign the acceptance contract and settle the final payment.
Some time ago, he rented the entire 20th floor and renovated some of the rooms inside, knocking down some useless walls and replacing them with glass partitions.
Some office equipment will also be arriving today. Once these spaces are cleared, Yunmeng Group can expand its staff.
At about nine o'clock, people from the decoration company finally arrived. Hao Yun, who had hired someone to check the quality of the decoration, signed the acceptance contract without much hesitation.
Seeing that it was getting late and it was time for him to go back to the school computer room and sit down, Hao Yun was about to leave the company.
But at this moment, Li Zongzheng, who had been arranging work for Liu Ye before, knocked on the office door.
"Please come in."
Looking at Li Zongzheng walking into the office, Hao Yun leaned on the office chair and asked casually.
"How do you feel about the new employees?"
Li Zongzheng said with a smile: "Talent! Real talent! It's too good for my taste!"
It can be seen that he gets along better with Liu Ye, who used to be an editor at Xiake.com, than Lin Jun.
Thinking of this, Hao Yun felt a little relieved.
If the employees get along well with each other, he, the boss, can have less worries.
"By the way, boss, I have a plan here. I originally planned to send it to your email. You happen to be in the company now. Do you want to take a look at it first?"
"Proposal?"
"Yes!" Li Zongzheng nodded and said with confidence, "Up to now, the subsequent revenue of 2048 has begun to decline. Our company only has one Temple Escape that is steadily generating profits, but now there are more and more similar products on the market. The more games there are, the harder it will be to achieve profit growth! For the development of the company, we must open up new profit growth points! My suggestion is to develop some distinctive and in-depth games to create an industry moat belonging to our brand. !”
This sentence was probably taught by Lin Jun’s grandson...
This was the first time that Hao Yun heard so many difficult words from his mouth.
However, one sentence did speak to Hao Yun's heart.
The threshold for copying a mobile game like Temple Escape is too low. Seeing how popular this game is, there will soon be a lot of "escape" games like Subway Escape and Road Escape coming out, taking over what has not yet been conquered by Temple Escape. Escape captured the market.
As long as the gameplay is not completely copied, or some changes are added to the original gameplay, it is still quite difficult to protect rights.
Now that the company is still carrying more than 10 million yuan in debt, it is indeed urgent to create new profit points.
"Let me take a look at the plan."
"okay!"
Li Zongzheng handed over the plan in his hand with a look of anticipation.
After taking the still warm stack of printing paper, Hao Yun opened the cover and took a look. However, the moment he saw the title, he almost choked on his own saliva.
Damn it
The Legend of Emei Swordsman? !
Isn’t this plagiarism
but…
It seemed like there would be no problem even if I copied it. I originally copied that book from a parallel world.
Seeing that the boss's expression was not right, Li Zongzheng asked quickly.
"What's wrong, boss?"
"nothing… "
Hao Yun turned back two pages and roughly figured out that this thing should be similar to an orthodox martial arts RPG. It should focus on the plot and be positioned as a stand-alone game.
The content of the plot is not similar to the Legend of Shushan Swordsman. At most, it just borrows the settings of the Emei Sect in Shushan and some awesome skills.
In fact, because the civilianization of the electronics industry only started in the first year of the New Year, the electronic game industry in this world started very late, and its development trajectory is also extremely simple.
There are only two selling points of stand-alone games, one is the plot, and the other is the graphics. There are very few game companies that have made deep efforts in gameplay and creativity.
Although Hao Yun’s idea is to use creativity as much as possible to win, but there seems to be a big market for martial arts games that focus on plot
The point is, if the game is well made, the price can be set higher!
2048 sold one to two million copies and it only made a small amount of money. If it were another game with such sales volume, it would have been so high!
"You can't tell much from just a plan." After roughly flipping through the documents in his hand, Hao Yun returned it to Li Zongzheng and gave him an encouraging look, "If you have any good ideas, just try them. "
"I believe in your vision!"