On Sunday night, the latest two episodes require VIP access to watch, not much, just a twenty yuan fee.
It's not that the price can't be cheaper. In reality, paying either ten or twenty yuan for membership doesn't make much of a difference. Those willing to spend will watch it for twenty yuan all the same, while those unwilling, even at ten yuan, won't spend unless it's free.
Offering more free episodes can attract more internet users to watch the series. Once they're hooked by the exciting storyline, at that point when they can't stop watching, that's when you charge them. Most who truly enjoy the show will still be willing to spend 20 yuan.
After all, at this time some movies can also be watched online, but they require payment as well, and some people are willing to pay for them.
Moreover, once you join, you can watch VIP chapters without any ad interruptions, whereas non-members will see ads.
