So, now we must consider how to deal with the demonstrations! According to Xiao Ran's character, this matter is actually easy to handle. Since Hollywood wants to play with parades, he can also plan a parade. Los Angeles is a gathering place for Chinese Americans, and Xiao Ran is here
On the second day after arriving here, I visited the heads of the local Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Chinese organizations. It was absolutely easy to plan a march against racial discrimination.
However, he is now the boss of Phantom, holding the jobs of thousands of employees and controlling the survival of the entire Phantom empire. It is absolutely impossible for him to act according to his character like this. If we hold a demonstration against racial discrimination, we will take this matter to a higher level.
When it comes to racial discrimination, it is likely to cause unnecessary trouble and even political factors.
Therefore, if you want to resolve this damn trick, the best way is undoubtedly to recruit a few allies to play against each other. They are the three major companies, so Xiao Ran will also come to the three major companies to see which one is more powerful. As for racial discrimination,
He will leave it until the end. If he withdraws from the United States, he can still make Hollywood infamous.
On the same day, he first visited Red Stone. Red Stone's office was very elegantly decorated, making it easy for people to relax. After getting to know each other for a while, Red Stone stared at the young man in front of him in confusion. The sudden action of this guy in front of him
Ruining his original plan to buy Blockbuster to obtain cash to buy Paramount, he is now struggling with how to win this battle.
Xiao Ran clearly grasped Lei Shidong. As Xiao Ran said, as long as you can grasp and control a person's psychology, you can conquer him. Although Lei Shidong is a powerful person, he still did not expect Xiao Ran
There is a plan to advance it.
"Mr. Lei Shidong, I think you must know Universal's plight, right?" Xiao Ran does not need to hide this matter. There is not much that can be hidden within the industry: "I think you know very well that I need allies.
"
Redstone's eyes lit up slightly. He didn't expect Xiao Ran's words to be so straight to the point. He had to admit that if he took over Paramount, he would definitely be one of the important black hands sniping at Universal. But now he is still working with Barry
Fighting, where does the energy come from: "Mr. Xiao, thank you for your respect, but you also know very well that Barry is always against me. If Paramount doesn't get it for a day, I can't do anything!"
Xiao Ran smiled lightly, suddenly stood up and came to the window. Through the glass, he could see countless cars and black spots of pedestrians on the street below the window: "Mr. Lei Shidong, do you know why we can speak from this height?
Because we have all worked hard and succeeded. Successful people may experience countless choices on the way to success, and each choice may lead to different consequences."
Lei Shidong's eyes lit up again, and there was a smile on his face. He thought he was an interesting young man. Xiao Ran turned to look at Lei Shidong indifferently and continued: "Until we fall, we will never know whether we can win or not."
In the end, we have made countless correct choices in the past, and we must choose the correct ones in the future."
Xiao Ran slowly came to the sofa opposite Red Stone and sat down. Xiao Ran's neither arrogant nor humble expression was very popular with Red Stone: "Cooperating with Universal is the right choice. It will guide us in the future."
A path to success!”
Lei Shidong was not surprised at all. He knew that Xiao Ran needed the support of the local people, and he was one of the local tycoons. With his support, it would not be a big problem. After hesitating for a moment, he smiled kindly: "
Mr. Xiao, why do you think I will support you?"
"It's very simple, because no one else can give you Paramount except me!" Xiao Ran said categorically to Redstone: "In this acquisition, the opportunities for you and Barry are not equal. It's like God's
The choice is the same. Once chosen by God, you will receive unique rewards!"
"I'm very curious, why do you say that Barry and I have unequal opportunities? You know that he may not be able to succeed at the moment!" Redstone moved slightly and smiled: "Besides, you are not God. As long as I want, I can do it at any time."
Everyone has funds willing to invest!”
Xiao Ran couldn't help but laugh. This businessman really knew how to tell lies. About half of Redstone's funds originally came from Wall Street, but his wife asked for a divorce at this time, causing Lao Lei
The classmate's property may be in danger of being divided. By then, not only will Redstone not be able to complete the acquisition, but he will also be able to control the company. Therefore, this "marriage in heaven" is obviously not as wonderful as imagined.
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The facts are in front of us. Redstone finally got his wife, but Wall Street has begun to lose confidence in Lao Lei. No matter what he says, he can't raise more funds. At this time, if someone is willing
Financing can be said to have saved Mr. Lei.
So Xiao Ran admired Americans' ability to brag and not draft, and he thought it might be necessary to learn from it. So, he smiled very freely, but did not appear presumptuous: "Mr. Lei Shidong, in your current situation, you are better than yourself
I know better. Obviously, I believe in your ability, so I chose you as Universal's ally, and the price is quite high!"
Redstone likes this young man very much, but he is reluctant to show it, which will damage his interests in the negotiation: "Of course, of course I know. But before that, I suddenly want to hear from you
proposal!"
Xiao Ran secretly breathed a sigh of relief, thinking that the deal was basically decided: "In this acquisition, I am happy to provide two billion US dollars. If you don't like it, then I can choose Barry. I miss him.
You will definitely agree to my conditions!”
"Wait..." As soon as Redstone heard that number, he felt a golden light flashing in front of his eyes. After some calculation, with these two billion US dollars, it would be enough to complete the acquisition. I believe Barry would definitely not be able to get it.
He came up with such a big figure. He agreed without much hesitation: "However, I think you must have some conditions that you haven't mentioned yet!"
"Of course, the two billion also includes 20% of the controlling stake!" Xiao Ran smiled faintly in his eyes. Westerners don't like full-owned holdings like him: "I think such conditions are enough for Universal and
Paramount has reached a strategic alliance!”
"I agree, but 20 is too much, 15 percent!" Redstone sometimes acted very resolutely, and he quickly nodded in agreement. There was just a slight dispute over the equity figure.
"At least eighteen, otherwise I would rather talk to Barry. You know he will be happy to offer such a condition!" Xiao Ran smiled softly. Calculated according to the proportion of investment, Universal should indeed get twenty, but he
Now we are not talking about acquiring equity as usual, but we are making allies, and it is normal to have some blood.
If the Phantom headquarters does not raise funds from the subsidiaries below, it will definitely not be able to get the money. Fortunately, Xiao Ran had anticipated all this earlier, so he raised 10 billion. After acquiring Blockbuster, there is still 1.2 billion left.
, it would be no problem to raise some at Blockbuster.
The next person who needs to visit is the old guy Murdoch. Xiao Ran admires this old guy very much. He can be said to be a veteran who can change the direction when the wind comes. When he saw the three major companies joining forces, he immediately made an eye on Warner, hoping to get a certain
interests.
Murdoch looked at Xiao Ran with an innocent face. If Xiao Ran hadn't had a good temper, he would have been unable to restrain himself from wanting to go over and slap him twice. However, he still smiled kindly and said: "Mr. Murdoch, I think now we
It is necessary to study the matter of alliance!"
"Really? But..." The look of regret on Murdoch's face almost made Xiao Ran think that this old guy was really sorry: "But, don't you know? Warner and the others are planning to add Fox as well.
In the team!”
"Really? Then I really have to congratulate you. Maybe you think it is more beneficial for you to go with Warner!" Xiao Ran's smile gradually changed and turned into a sneer. Murdoch really thought he was a fool.
The moment he came in, Xiao Ran figured out why Murdoch did what he did.
Murdoch wanted Xiao Ran to come to negotiate in person and use joining the Warner camp to coerce him into gaining greater benefits. He was indeed a businessman who pursued maximizing profits! Xiao Ran's sneer became more and more intense, especially the faint smile on the corner of his mouth.
endless ridicule.
This made Murdoch very unhappy, and he suddenly felt like he had been seen through. In fact, as Xiao Ran expected, Murdoch did intend to take this opportunity to gain maximum benefits, and he had never considered joining the so-called Warner camp.
If Warner can join forces to deal with Universal, it will definitely be able to join forces to deal with Fox in the future. How could he not even think about this?
Standing up and about to leave, Murdock silently saw that Xiao Ran had no intention of staying. It was not until Xiao Ran was about to disappear at the door that he gritted his teeth and shouted: "Wait, Mr. Xiao, I think we can still stay here.
Let’s talk about it in more detail!”
"Do you think it's necessary to talk?" Xiao Ran smiled lightly and turned around to look at Murdoch, who was motionless but full of a sense of failure. If possible, he would definitely be willing to overthrow Murdoch in the film industry at this time.
It’s just that this dictator is obviously able to make Warner accept his existence. Instead of doing this, it’s better to grab a handful and enhance his own strength.
"Of course it is necessary!" Murdoch felt defeated. He had never felt like this after facing so many people. He concluded that Xiao Ran saw his plan, but he didn't know how Xiao Ran saw through it.
He was looking down on Xiao Ran. When it came to scheming, Xiao Ran was definitely one of the best. Looking at every development of the Phantom, Xiao Ran's sinister plot was involved. If you couldn't even see this, you didn't deserve to appear here.
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The next day, Fox announced that it would develop together with Universal and seek strategic cooperation. On the same day, Redstone, who had received financing from Universal, raised the price to 10 billion. In the afternoon, Paramount directors could no longer bear it.
Finally decided to sell it to Redstone. On the fourth day, the acquisition was approved and officially declared a success! Redstone successfully took over Paramount.
Warner and Disney, who had been shocked by Fox's actions, finally couldn't bear it anymore. Just when they were about to launch demonstrations, Redstone announced what Fox had announced before, and announced that Universal would acquire 18% of Paramount's rights.
of controlling interest.
This shock shocked Turner and his classmates. Fox and Universal just joined forces. Although Murdoch became an American citizen, in a sense, Murdoch's status is definitely more embarrassing than Xiao Ran. And Paila
Meng's joining is particularly different. Redstone is a tycoon-level figure in the entertainment media industry and is well recognized by the industry. Needless to say, this alliance with Xiao Ran means what it means.
And it was precisely because of Red Stone's joining that the Actors Guild, the Directors Guild and other associations all hesitated. Just like when Haile was recognized by the three Jiahe companies, the Phantom had nothing to do with Haile. With Redstone's
Although joining the franchise is not enough to confirm the existence of Phantom, it is already a signal, a signal that shakes all associations and everyone.
The parade finally failed to be planned, and was strangled to death by Xiao Ran, who had planned it for a long time. However, this does not mean that Warner and Disney will just let Universal go...
The next day, Xiao Ran was drinking tea leisurely in a Chinatown teahouse. Here, no one dared to fool him, and he was served a collection of top-quality tea. Xiao Ran took a sip gently, then licked his lower lips, reluctantly
I couldn't help but praise: "Okay, it's really a good tea, worth collecting!"
"In this case, Mr. Xiao is also an expert, please!" Opposite Xiao Ran was an old Chinese man who looked kind and kind. If you hadn't seen the few big and rough guys behind him, you would have thought that this old man was an ordinary person.
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But Xiao Ran knew very well that the old man in front of him was a well-known big shot in Los Angeles - the leader of the Qing Gang! The so-called Qing evolved from Qing, so of course there was no need to mention this origin.
Xiao Ran did not drink tea this time, but looked at the elegant tea house with a leisurely expression. He thought that gangsters were just the kind of guys who only knew how to fight and kill. Now it seems that is obviously not true. Gangsters also have refined people.
"Mr. Jin, after meeting you a few days ago, I have been thinking about why we Chinese are always bullied overseas, but the Chinese in Los Angeles are able to obtain a relatively safe environment!" Xiao Ran smiled lightly: "
Now I know, because the Chinese here are so united."
"Yeah, it's not easy to beg for food outside. As the saying goes, people are cheap when they leave their hometown!" The old man has been in the United States for a long time, but his words still have a strong local accent. If Xiao Ran hadn't wandered for most of China, he might not have been able to understand him:
"So, we had to make a fist so that the brothers wouldn't be bullied."
There was a snapping sound, and Xiao Ran laughed and clapped: "Yes, unity is very important. Only by uniting can we make a lot of money. However, now I have encountered a little trouble. You know MGM is a gang of gangsters."
The party is in control, which is a very bad thing. I don’t like gangsters, it makes me feel insecure!”
Mr. Jin chuckled: "Those foreign devils only rely on some high-level forces, otherwise we don't need to be afraid of them. However, if you are in need, you might as well ask us. We are all Chinese and will definitely help you!"
"You are generous enough. I think only a man like the old man can command such a large group of brothers!" Xiao Ran gave a thumbs up and praised. This time he came to prepare for future contact with MGM. He didn't
I like to fight uncertain battles, and I don’t like to do anything without preparation.
However, it is obviously impossible to get the local Chinese gangster to become his backing with just these few words. Xiao Ran also paid a certain price for this. What price? Of course it is in banknotes. It is about money and feelings.
Necessary. Without benefits, it is difficult to get help.
At this moment, Huang Ling came over with the phone, came to Xiao Ran's side and said: "Mr. Xiao, we are in trouble..."
Xiao Ran's face remained as usual, and he stood up and said to the old man: "I'm sorry, Mr. Jin, something happened in the business, I have to rush back immediately!"
Mr. Jin obviously admired such a polite young man like Xiao Ran. He nodded and said, "Go ahead and don't forget to come to me if you need anything!" Then he turned his attention to the bodyguard who followed Xiao Ran and left.
I think this bodyguard is very powerful, but I don’t know where Xiao Ran got it.
They got into the car together, Xiao Ran waved to Sunshine to drive, and Huang Ling continued: "The distribution of "Jurassic Park" was blocked, and the five major theater chains jointly rejected Universal. Moreover, the planned new film also encountered resistance, and there was no decent film.
Celebrities and staff dare to come next!”
"Sure enough, we are here..." Xiao Ran showed a smile to the monkey. As Xiao Ran's personal bodyguard, the monkey knew that Xiao Ran had been prepared and immediately smiled knowingly. But Xiao Ran was somewhat confused: "Why should the five major theaters refuse?
Release? Universal should have leases with three of the theater chains."
Huang Ling sighed and said: "Actually, Universal does have long-term cooperative relationships with the three theater chains. However, here in Hollywood, generally no one is willing to rent long-term contracts because it will lead to no films. So under normal circumstances,
It’s a short-term lease, and of course, in terms of schedule, each of the seven major companies has a prime schedule.”