Giant of the times

The sales of physical books seem to be slow and steady, and it is impossible to make a lot of money in a short period of time, especially old books like "The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit Adventures" and "The Lord of the Rings" that were published as early as the 1960s.

Obviously, if "The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" were really profitable, United Artists would not have sold the rights to these two books to Sal Zaenz.

Sal Zaenz holds the copyright to these two books, which is equivalent to holding a long-term meal ticket. He earns hundreds of thousands of dollars a year, and he feels at ease.

In March, the weather was slightly cooler and it was drizzling outside the window.

"Jingle Bell!"

The phone in the lobby suddenly rang.

Sal Zaenz put down the book in his hand and stood up to answer the phone.

"Hello, who are you?" Sal Zaenz asked.

"Hello, Mr. Sal Zaenz, I am Art Andy, a literature lover. I know that you have "The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit Adventures" by the British writer Mr. Tolkien. " and the rights to "The Lord of the Rings", so I plan to buy it. Could you please give me a price, Mr. Sal Zaenz?"

Sal Zaenz was startled. No one had ever asked him to buy the copyright, but the price was too low.

"Mr. Sal Zaenz???" Seeing that he hadn't spoken for a while, the other end of the phone asked again.

Sal Zaenz had already thought about it and was still bidding at the previous price.

"$11 million!!!" Sal Zaenz said.

"Mr. Sal Zaenz, this price is too expensive. I think five million dollars is enough!"

"Five million dollars?? Oh, Mr. Andy, this is absolutely impossible, and God will not agree with this price! 11 million US dollars, not even a penny less!!!" Sal Zaenz said firmly said.

There was a sudden pause on the other end of the phone for a while. Sal Zaenz thought the other person was thinking, so he didn't interrupt and waited quietly.

"Mr. Sal Zaenz, how about $10 million? The most I can offer is $10 million! If it doesn't work, then I have no choice but to give up!"

After hearing this, Sal Zaenz was silent for a while, thinking: "If you want to make 10 million US dollars from the copyright of "The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings", then at least you need Wait ten or twenty years. It is quite cost-effective to exchange the copyrights of these two books for 10 million US dollars, and you can use the money to do other businesses..."

"Mr. Andy, I have thought about it and agree to your request. US$10 million is US$10 million!"

"Oh, that's great, Mr. Sal Zaenz, when can we meet and sign the copyright transfer contract?!"

"Can you make it to the New York Hilton Hotel at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning?"

"No problem, I live in New York!"

"Well, let's meet at the Hilton Hotel tomorrow."

After the two agreed on a time and place, they hung up the phone.

Art Andy was the person sent by Dongfang Yuqin to acquire book copyrights. The reason why he did not acquire it in the name of Disney or Li Zetian was that he was afraid that Sal Zaenz would learn the other party's identity and think that the other party was rich, so The lion opened his mouth.

Dongfang Yuqin now controls more than 20 shell companies. Others do not know the background and strength of these companies. If there is a target to be acquired, it is usually acquired in the name of these companies.

The next day, Sal Zaenz met with Art Andy.

Art Andy gave a detailed self-introduction.

"Actually, I am the CEO of Andy Culture Publishing House."

Sal Zaenz murmured in his mind, "Andy Cultural Publishing House? I don't think you've heard of it... It must be an unknown small company. Now it wants to borrow "The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit Adventures" and "Lord of the Rings" will increase the company's reputation and performance, and open up sales!"

Sal Zaenz smiled understandingly and took out the copyright transfer agreement that he had already prepared, "This is the agreement, take a look at it!"

"Um!"

Art Andy took the agreement and read it carefully. Ten minutes later, after confirming that there was no problem with the agreement document, he nodded with a smile and said: "There is no problem with the agreement. After we sign the contract, this check for 10 million US dollars will be handed over immediately. You!" As he said this, he took out a check from his briefcase.

When Sal Zaenz saw the check, his eyes lit up, "Okay, let's sign it right away!" he said quickly.

"OK!"

The two immediately signed a copyright transfer agreement.

Art Andy put down his pen, handed the check to the other party, and said with a smile: "Mr. Sal Zaenz, this check belongs to you!"

Sal Zaenz grinned, carefully put away the check, and finally looked up at the other party and said with a smile: "Mr. Art Andy, I wish your Andy Culture Publishing House can develop and grow and become a well-known publisher in the United States." publishing company!"

"Haha, thank you." Art Andy smiled and put the file into his bag.

At this time, Art Andy stood up and said goodbye to him.

After walking out of the hotel, he got into a black car. In the car, Dongfang Yuqin sat in the back row.

"Miss Dongfang Yuqin, this is the copyright transfer agreement for "The Hobbit Adventures" and "The Lord of the Rings"!" Art Andy handed the document to Dongfang Yuqin and said respectfully.

Dongfang Yuqin nodded lightly, took the file, and looked through it.

"Okay, good job! Driver, take the car to the headquarters of Marvel Comics!" Dongfang Yuqin gave the order.

"yes!!"

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Half an hour later, Dongfang Yuqin and his party arrived at the headquarters of Marvel Comics.

Prior to this, Dongfang Yuqin had officially launched an acquisition invitation to Marvel and agreed to meet around noon today.

This time is different from buying the book rights from Sal Zaenz. It doesn't matter whether he sells it or not, so he can raise the price on his own. Marvel Comics is on the verge of bankruptcy, and shareholders want to get rid of this hot potato. Therefore, it is inevitable for Li Zetian to acquire Marvel Comics in his own name. In addition, another purpose is to inject confidence into Marvel's creative staff. Billionaire Chronos Li has acquired Marvel. They no longer have to worry about financial problems and can create in the company with peace of mind!

Just imagine a literary and artistic creator who doesn't even have enough to eat and is busy making a living all day long. What kind of works can he create?

People from Marvel Comics were very excited and enthusiastic about the arrival of Dongfang Yuqin.

"Miss Dongfang Yuqin, welcome to Marvel Comics!" An old man wearing glasses greeted with a smile.

"Hello, Mr. Stan Lee!" Dongfang Yuqin looked at the other person twice.

The founder of Marvel Comics is Martin Goodman, and Stan Lee is Goodman’s wife’s cousin. In 1972, Stan Lee became publisher and chairman of Marvel Comics. Most of Marvel's heroes were written by Stan Lee alone, who created "Fantastic Four", "Spider-Man", "Iron Man", "Thor", "Hulk", and "X-Men" , "Doctor Strange", "Daredevil" and other comic characters. It can be said that he is the soul of Marvel!

"Miss Dongfang Yuqin, please come with me. I will take you to visit Marvel Comics first." Stan Lee asked in consultation.

"Okay, I'm also very curious about Marvel Comics."

Dongfang Yuqin has lived in the United States since she was a child, and has read many comics and cartoons. In fact, she is also a fan of Marvel.

So next, under the leadership of Stan Lee, Dongfang Yuqin walked into this legendary comic company and experienced decades of American comics culture.