Chapter 87 Going to another level

How long will it take?Adrian looked at the time and said impatiently, "Are they changing their minds again?"

Of course, he tried his best to suppress his voice. This place was a public place after all. Although the ABC people had not arrived yet, there were others there.

Don't worry, it's not time yet.Claude smiled and said, "We came a little earlier. Although many acquisitions were turned over at the last minute, it would definitely not be us."

He paused at this point, and he showed a curious look: To be honest, you were not so impatient at the signing ceremony of the acquisition of TBS last time you felt like you were in a dream?

There is one thing, but more importantly, I want to determine the possibility of future development as soon as possible.

Adrian didn't hide it either. You know, we have the luck to win TBS. Ted Turner and Warner have always had a good relationship. If it weren't for the early move and the methods were hidden enough, if Warner extended an olive branch, he would definitely choose Warner instead of us.Needless to say, ABC has not played much role in the competition with Disney in the past year, but I also know the hardships, so I can only relax halfway when they sign their own names under the agreement.

You underestimate yourself too much, Ed.

Claude laughed, "Not to mention how great the chance your Pixar animation won for us, the reason why Ted agreed to us at the beginning was because of your charm."I still remember your arrogance when you said, "I won't be there now, and I won't be there in the future." Your achievements are also one of the reasons why we can succeed.

He was about to ask Adrian why he had just relaxed halfway after signing, but the people from ABC finally arrived.

The signing ceremony was not long. They exchanged greetings for a few words, and then under the gaze of lawyers and many eyes, they signed their name on the copywriting they had prepared, and then exchanged their signatures. Then the entire acquisition case could basically end.

Congratulations, the future will be the era for you young people.

At present, the 70-year-old ABC chairman Tom Murphy shook hands with Adrian in applause and said, then took the champagne handed over by the waiter and sipped it. Then he left the scene without looking back, not even attending the press conference.

This seems a bit rude, but Adrian can understand his mood. It is a very difficult fact to accept whether from the perspective of power or emotional perspective.

Tom is not attending the press conference?Claude greeted several people and walked over with champagne.

I don't plan to participate either.Adrian shrugged, you can just take care of these things, I just came here to sign them.

As he said that, he noticed the young man around Claude and extended his hand unexpectedly: You are here too, Benjamin, I'm so sorry that I didn't notice you.

nothing.The young man named Benjamin, who was twenty-seven or eight, shook hands with a humble smile. I stood in the crowd, it was normal for you not to see me, Adrian.

Very good at talking, aren't you?With his polite appearance, he looks very well-educated. I believe that he will be very happy to get along with him.

No need to enlighten him, Benjamin.Claude said at this time, Ed was full of other things at that time, and even if you and Watt stood in front of him, he would turn a blind eye.

Ryan is here too?Adrian raised his eyebrows and then searched in the crowd. Claude made a gesture to Benjamin that I had said, and Benjamin laughed softly.

Adrian soon found the figure he was looking for in the crowd, looking almost thirty years old, talking to several people, with a gentle, humble and reserved smile like Benjamin.

Yet, although there are many playboys in the big family, there are quite a few who have the ability to understand the eyes and know the current affairs. Real playboys are either freed or treated coldly, and it is almost impossible to be entrusted with important tasks.

After this acquisition, AC Media's board of directors will have three more positions on the original basis. Needless to say, the representative of ABC is similar to Ted Turner, not to mention the one from Viacom, so don't take it too seriously.

What really needs to be noted is Benjamin Myers, the Godfather's representative, and Wat Kahn, the uncle's representative.

This is an unavoidable result. If you want to raise funds, you must let some people's hands come in. Moreover, these two young people are not small. Benjamin's cousin's father is the speaker of the California State House, Watt's uncle is the House of Congress, and his brother, 10 years older than him, is a senior executive of Goldman Sachs.

So although it seems that they are just representatives now and have little say, it is hard to say once AC Media is not well managed and needs more funds.

This process is irreversible. In the United States, any company that wants to grow and grow must do so. This is the rule. People who are unwilling to share will be kicked out.

This seems a bit unfair. The consortiums do nothing but provide part of the funds to get a seat on the board of directors and are ready to take over the annexation after something goes wrong. However, the world is unfair, isn't it?

Besides, this is not without benefits. Benjamin and Watt's connections are all there, and they can get more help in many things. In fact, these two people were also recommended by the godfather and uncle after carefully selected.

More importantly, it will be easier to integrate into the large network organized by the super rich in the United States. These super rich and consortiums have achieved the goal of having me and I and you through various exchanges of equity. So no matter who it is, if you want to start from this class, you have to consider it.

Okay, let’s not talk about this anymore. Although Adrian did not attend the press conference, he did not leave. Instead, he left with Cloud after the end. The two still had a lot to talk about.

I'm ready, a TV series and a reality show.In the RV, Adrian said to Claude.

So fast?Claude raised his eyebrows in surprise.

I've been thinking about it since you said you want to acquire ABC.

Adrian laughed. According to the actual situation of ABC and the analysis of the TV series market since the 1980s, family comedy suitable for both young and old is the most suitable at present. This TV series has almost no outstanding lines or scenes, and can be said to be tailor-made for ABC.

What he prepared was the CBS comedy "Everyone Loves Raymond" which was supposed to be broadcast next year in memory. This TV series is one of the few longevity dramas that have produced nine seasons. Although the lines and scenes are not as good as "Friends", and the ratings are not as high as "Friends", the popularity can be seen from the production of nine seasons, and the quality of the TV series itself is unquestionable.

As Adrian said, as early as when Claude announced that he wanted to acquire ABC, he began to think about what kind of program to increase the ratings. After thinking about it, "Everyone Loves Raymond" is more appropriate.

After all, ABC is a wireless TV station, and it faces more audiences than TBS and more diverse, so the scale of TV series must not be too large. Ten years later, ten years later. Now the popular family comedy inherited from "The Troubles of Growth" in the 1980s. "Friends" also belongs to this type, so "Everyone Loves Raymond" is the most appropriate.

As for some things, there is no need to worry at all. When he didn't have any fame, he could use the screenwriter's union to seize the initiative, not to mention that he has various resources in hand now.

It is similar to "Friends". First collect information to confirm that no one has similar ideas, and then someone writes a general script and promotes it. After everyone knows it, it announces that it will not be sold or produced for the time being, which eliminates the possibility of others writing and producing.

I have to say, it is really sinister.

However, he does not plan to make this TV series by Bosworth Films. Although "Friends" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" have accumulated a lot of experience in the TV department, some things are not done in one go. What's more, the company's focus is still on movies, and resource allocation is inevitably insufficient, so these two movies are enough, let's talk about it...

Leave it to Warner to produce?

Claude raised his eyebrows and then understood what Adrian meant. A good idea. Anyway, he couldn't solve it with Disney for a while. Why would he please win over others, right?Global and us have the best relationship and there are not many conflicts of interest. Paramount is second and is also a subsidiary of Viacom. Fox and Columbia are the best target because ABC is now going to transform into competitors.

Speaking of this, he sighed quietly: Sure enough, when it comes to entertainment production, your ideas are always emerging one after another.

I have a lot of ideas on other aspects.Adrian immediately reminded.

OK OK OK, a lot of ideas.Claude laughed, then touched his chin, as for the Survivor...

I can't explain this reality show clearly in a sentence or two. It may be very popular or failure. It depends entirely on the producer's level.

Adrian sighed and said, "Millionaire" was the most suitable one, but it was handed over to TBS early on. It was not easy to find a reality show that was suitable for ABC.

"American Idol" is good, but it requires the Internet to develop to a certain extent before it can exert its maximum influence. It will of course be popular now. There is no shortage of people who desire to become famous overnight at any time. However, the achievements made under the current Internet situation may shrink a lot, which is tantamount to killing a chicken to get an egg.

The same is true for several other reality shows that come to mind. After all, the only thing that comes to mind is that "Survivor" is more suitable.

Simply put, the selling point of this show is to hunt for curiosity. A few people go to deserted islands or forests to go on various adventures, and then eliminate a team member every day according to different situations. In the end, the surviving people are winners, and you can see many strange things in the middle. Similarly, anyone can sign up to participate, so the ratings are also very good.

But if you want to produce it, it depends entirely on the producer's level. Other programs such as "American Idol" or the previous "Millionaire", because they paid more attention in their previous lives, Adrian knew it in detail, so he could also give some pertinent opinions from time to time. However, "Survivor" only learned about it when collecting information, and the part of the program itself also has some flaws. If it is not handled properly, it may fail.

Let's do this. In a few days, I'll ask Charlie to integrate the information and then send it to you by fax or email.

Adrian said this, and then thought of something and said again: By the way, don't forget...

Surprise, I know, you have said it countless times.Claude sighed, as if helpless about his behavior.

Don't blame me, Crow, now is the best opportunity to start although I have said many times and don't miss the opportunity.Adrian shrugged.

I know, but according to the analysis, they are not at the lowest point yet, so why not observe for a few more months, as I can also spend time integrating.

Claude said this, and after acquiring ABC, funds began to be short of money. If you want to acquire it, I'm afraid... the copyrights of those comics are really worth your efforts?

You should know that during the summer vacation, a movie adapted from a comic was released and achieved quite good results.Adrian reminded.

Yes, Batman Forever, starring Fang Keimer, Jim Carrey, Nicole Kidman, I know.Claude nodded.

So, after Warner acquired DC, how much profit did the Superman series and Batman series make for them?

Adrian spread his hands, how many superheroes are there on the screen?

He made a gesture to increase his tone: With the development of technology, when computer CG technology becomes more realistic and cheaper, it will replace manual special effects to create pictures that could not be produced before. At that time, more and more superheroes in comics will land on the big screen. Now, the Superman series has declined, and the Batman series will also show a decline after reaching its peak. So which comic company's superheroes will occupy the audience's attention in the future?

Your eloquence will always be so good, Ed, not to mention that you have such a sharp gaze.Claude laughed, OK, I will pay attention, I promise.

Then, I'm waiting for your good news.Adrian didn't say much, and then he showed a malicious smile: OK, I have another suggestion, maybe you will be interested.

oh?Claude, who noticed his expression, raised his eyebrows without objection.

Know Victoria's Secret, Crow?Adrian's smile became stronger.

Well…it seems to be a lingerie company?Claude said uncertainly.

Yes, a mass brand has a pretty good reputation and a certain market share.But that doesn't matter. What's important is that they are transforming now. A catwalk was just held this year and the response was pretty good.

Adrian said playfully, if you want, you might as well buy it and create it carefully, such as inviting professional models to participate, or using various means to stimulate the selling, or fix the show and broadcast it on ABC. They seem to be seeking support from TV stations. You know, most people like to watch this. If you can win the Super Bowl, you may be able to create a fine product from a popular brand and then build your own professional model team.

Hearing the last sentence, his stunned expression flashed across Claude's face, and then he laughed and scolded: You guy...

I'm serious, think about it carefully.

Adrian shrugged. He thought about this when analyzing a reality show. Victoria's Secret Underwear Show and Victoria's Secret Angels will be famous in the future, and it seems that he has worked with ABC.

Since they have already won ABC, and according to the data analysis, Victoria's Secret's parent company has been arguing about their transformation. Since that's the case, it's not a big deal to win it together. Don't Claude likes to play with models?

Isn't it great to form your own modeling team?

But let’s talk about this kind of thing later. I have already talked enough today, so Adrian pressed the car phone number: Find a place to stop, and notify the car that was following me.

No need to send me away, I'll go back in my own car.He then said to Claude.

Claude nodded, and after the RV stopped on the street, Adrian was about to get off the car before saying: Take me to say hello to Kate and Lily, in addition, how does it feel like to be a father?

Well... Adrian, who opened the car door, paused and smiled bitterly. It's like, it hurts and is happy.

It is indeed pain and happiness. Although the so-called natural human rights are often just a pretext and excuse, they are fully displayed in babies.

I sleep most of the time I wake up and start crying. I cry when I am hungry, I cry when I poop, I cry when I am unhappy, I cry when I do nothing, and I cry without doing anything, regardless of time and place.

Often, she slept soundly in the middle of the night, and then was woken up by the little guy's cry, and had to get up and coax her. Even with the nanny, Adrian got up several times in the middle of the night. Can't Kate just let her deal with it alone, right?

In short, it is a dedicated service.

What is most intolerable is that the two of them heard the little guy crying while they were in a state of excitement.

You should know that you cannot have sexual behavior in the first three months and the next three months. The former is prone to miscarriage when doing it, and the latter is prone to premature birth when doing it. Therefore, after three months of abstinence, Kate will inevitably be very excited. It is just that it will cool down instantly once this happens. You can't tell the little guy that his parents have important things to do, so cry later, right?

However, the little guy was really well-behaved when he didn't cry. In just half a month, his eyes were completely opened. He was big, round and bright, completely inherited from Adrian, as black as a gem, emitting a lively light.

His face is chubby, he often spits bubbles in his mouth, and occasionally he smiles very cutely.

Therefore, no matter how dissatisfied with her, she would lose her temper when she wanted to lose her temper and not think about others at all, she would still have a worthwhile thought after holding her in her arms.

Who made you my daughter?Every time Adrian coaxed the little guy in his arms in the middle of the night, he would always say this, and his eyes were always full of love, his father's love for his daughter.