An IOU is a written promise to repay a debt owed. The document recognises a legally binding relationship between two parties — a Lender and a Borrower.

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In fact, Zhang Xiaohua was really tired for the past two months. Although he had many memories of his past lives in his mind, he was not a God. He was just an individual, every time he had to spend hours sifting through his brain, going through songs from Earth.

A human being's memory was very limited and it was impossible to remember everything in the past. Therefore, Zhang Xiaohua spent a lot of brain cells recently.

In addition, during the period they were filming the music video for Wang Jingwen, Zhang Xiaohua was acquainted with black and white, working overtime day and night, and constantly running about as the director. It was hard work but finally he saw the fruits of his labour, making everyone a millionaire.

For this reason, Yuan Datong was deeply touched, but he did not know what else he could do for Zhang Xiaohua. So he only allowed him to go home and rest well.

Zhang Xiaohua waved his hand and showed a slight smile on his tired face: "It's not just me who is struggling but you too, and there is also Sparrow. They are the same."

Speaking of the company Sparrow, Zhang Xiaohua was stunned for a little while, seemingly remembering something important.

Suddenly in a rush, he picked up the phone and called Zhou Yi's mobile phone. After connecting:

"Hello Zhou, yes, it's me Zhang Xiaohua. To make a long story short, I am calling cause I have got an offer for you, if I invest a million and help you upgrade your equipment sets, can you make 700,000 records in a month?"

On the other side, Zhou Yi thought for a moment and then said: "If I can introduce a few new equipment, I think it should be no problem. To tell the truth, we do not have shortages of manpower or technical staff, the real issue is the hardware equipment. "

Zhang Xiaohua patted his thighs and happily said, "Okay, I'll send one million over and you guys can get ready to start. I'm recording the songs for Wang Jingwen now, and I'm going to have to trouble you again after finishing the recording of the songs, we will need to shoot a couple music videos. During this time, updated your equipment as soon as possible."

Zhou Yi was ecstatic, but he was honest he planed to give Zhang Xiaohua an IOU. After all, one million was not a small number. Then he said: "Boss Zhang, I thank you for being willing to lend us money to upgrade our equipment. I'll drive over and give you an IOU slip."

Zhang Xiaohua smirked and said: "It's not much trouble. I'll directly transfer the money to you. We are not outsiders, there is no need to sign an IOU."

Zhou Yi was very impressed and grateful that Zhang Xiaohua would trust himself so much, but he absolutely could not accept the million in such a way.

For matters related to money, it was still necessary to make things clear, so that everyone could rest assured.

What's more, this was a million, not a thousand or two, carelessness could not be tolerated.

"I shall still give you an IOU, so you can feel comfortable in your heart, you will rest assured." Zhou Yi insisted.

"It's better to be like this, this one million will be my investment, anyway, our company will develop for a long time, there will be many records to be made in the future, we can not allow the money to flow outside of the family, and let others earn, it is better to let you earn my brother.

Actually, If you are willing, I would love to become an investor. As for the position, you can easily arrange one." Zhang Xiaohua said seriously, but after a closer look, one would find that on his mouth was hanging a slight smirk, although not very obvious, it was clearly seen by Yuan Datong.

"Brother Zhang is willing to invest in our company?" across the phone came the surprised voice of Zhou Yi.

He used to go out and attempt to attract investment, but he never had any success. The reason was very simple: No investors were optimistic about this small company established in the countryside.

However, now that Zhang Xiaohua wanted to invest 1 million in one go, Zhou Yi was really taken aback. However, if they managed to establish a long-term cooperative relationship with HuaXiang Entertainment, the company would inevitably benefit a lot in the future, after all, Zhang Xiaohua's ability were god like. He let Sparrow earn more than four million in just two months, which was enough to prove his ability was a force to be reckoned with.

For a long time, he still did not hear Zhou Yi give a reply. Zhang Xiaohua's spoke quietly try to get a feel for his reaction: "Does brother not welcome me? I only want a few shares in return? If this is the case, then do not worry, just say so I will not make things difficult for Brother Zhou."

"No... no, that's not it, please don't misunderstand." Zhou Yi hurried to give an explanation, not hesitating to promise: "Of course Brother Zhang can invest in our company, it shows that you have trust in us, why would we reject"

"Well, that's great, we'll set it up. I'll transfer the money to you now. You will need to give me a copy of the proof of holdings."

"Okay, I'll go to a lawyer later and work out a document. If there are no issues, I'll send it to you tomorrow."

"Okay, goodbye!"

As he hung up the phone, Zhang Xiaohua immediately sent the one million to Sparrow's account, after the completion of the event, the smile on his face was even more brilliant, he broke into an evil laugh filled with seemingly malicious intentions.

At this time, Yuan Datong took the first two steps and stretched his head to look at Zhang Xiaohua, who was smirking, and asked: "What kind of trick are you playing, Xiao Hua?"

Zhang Xiaohua was slightly shocked, he had completely forgotten Datong was still there.

As sworn brothers, Zhang Xiaohua did not want to hide his ideas from Yuan Datong, but he did not directly explain it, saying euphemistically: "I call it the 'assimilation strategy.' The purpose is to build a record company of our own."

Yuan Datong scowled and fretted. For a moment, he opened his eyes and looked like a simmering pot, his anger seemed like it was about to overflow. "So you want to swallow Sparrow little by little and make it our own company?"

Zhang Xiaohua hearing his words, was stunned looking at Datong.

When did he get so smart!?

After rejecting the thought of deceiving Datong, Zhang Xiaohua gave in and nodded his head.

After all, eventually he would carry out his plan anyway and he would all notice his actions, rather than deceive him, it was better to own up and attempt to convince him now.

Yuan Datong suddenly realised that he had finally understood why Zhang Xiaohua had rejected the three major record companies. Originally, this kid talked to him about wanting to create a record company of his own, and it seemed he planned to use Sparrow Records as his base. With this as a base frame it would save a lot of trouble and in the future, as long as they slowly put money into it, it would eventually become a powerful record company.

Simply put, Zhang Xiaohua took a fancy to the company and wanted to take them for himself.

What a great move!

However, Zhou Yi was a honest individual and a rare friend. There were still so many people in the village who depended on him, but Zhang Xiaohua actually wanted to rob him of the company for his own selfish gain. A company he had put his blood, sweat and tears into building from the ground up.

When did he become so ruthless and conniving?

Thinking of this, Yuan Datong's face suddenly became dark as he persuaded: "Xiao Hua, let's not behave like this. Zhou Yi worked so hard to create such a company and I'm sure there are many villagers who depend on him. You would be taking away all of his painstaking efforts. How do you think those villagers will see you"

Zhang Xiaohua shook his head and smiled helplessly, he explaining:

"Even if Sparrow becomes ours in the future, we can still make Zhou Yi a general manager and the villagers can continue to work in the factory."

"I will not force Zhou Yi to sell the company to me. I want him to willingly let me take over the company. Besides, do you think that Sparrow would be more promising under the management of Zhou Yi, or under me?"

This time, Yuan Datong did not hesitate to express his words directly: "Of course under you. I believe you, if Sparrow Company is under your management, it will certainly get better and better. After all, you have proved us your talent."

"I can not only guarantee that Sparrow Records will have great achievements, but also that Zhou Yi and the villagers will have no trouble eating and drinking."

Yuan Datong was speechless at this time, because what Zhang Xiaohua said made sense. Yuan Datong could not find a reason to stop him. Influenced by Zhang Xiaohua, Yuan Datong even had some expectation and hoped Zhang Xiaohua could acquire it as soon as possible. Sparrow Records would then be set up as a record company belonging to HuaXiang Entertainment.

"What is your opinion?" Zhang Xiaohua asked with a smile.

Yuan Datong shook his head and erected a thumbs-up, saying with admiration: "Brother, I really do admire you. Whatever you say later, I will do."

"Oh, good. You are to go and record the songs for Wang Jingwen. Remember, within two weeks, you must complete the production. While Wang Jingwen is still popular, we can't afford to waste time. Time is money." Zhang Xiaohua got up and went towards the door.

"Where are you going?" seeing Zhang Xiaohua about to go out, Yuan Datong asked curiously. Now, every action of Zhang Xiaohua made Yuan Datong have a great deal of curiosity. He wanted to know what this kid was going to do next.

"First I need to go to the tax bureau to check some things, and then I'll head to New Century, check out the accounts and get my money from the Cao's." Zhang Xiaohua said.

"Are you going to find Cao Dequan to settle the bill?" Yuan Datong's spirit was stirred: "Do you want me to accompany you? In case of a fight, I can lay down some moves. Maybe I can help you sneak attack that old b******."

"No need, there are still many things here for you to finish, I can do it myself." Zhang Xiaohua waved his hand to Yuan Datong and went out to call a taxi.

Zhang Xiaohua got into the taxi, heading straight for the tax bureau.