Giant of the times

There were many superhero posters on the walls of Marvel Comics. When they reached a certain place, Stan Lee gave Dongfang Yuqin a detailed introduction.

Stan Lee said with a smile, "In fact, many comic creation inspirations came from the complicated social environment at that time. Marvel comics are not just "bang bang bang bang" fighting and killing, but also profound comments on society and politics. In 1974, Marvel once portrayed the President of the United States as Satan in "The Incredible Hulk". In the same year, it also portrayed Nixon as the leader of a conspiracy organization in "Captain America", plotting to overthrow the United States!"

When Dongfang Yuqin heard this, he couldn't help but secretly clicked his tongue.

Later, Stan Lee told her many interesting stories, which gave Dongfang Yuqin a deeper understanding of Marvel Comics.

"Mr. Li's decision to acquire Marvel Comics is really a wise move!" Dongfang Yuqin secretly said in her heart, "If these superheroes and stories are put on the screen, they will definitely be very popular!"

Around 12 o'clock, everyone came to the conference room.

Stan Lee first spoke: "Miss Dongfang Yuqin, due to the sluggishness of the entire comics market, Marvel Comics is indeed in big trouble. However, the superheroes of Marvel Comics are very valuable assets. Warner After the brothers acquired DC Comics, they launched "Superman" and "Batman", which achieved great success. We all know that Disney is Chronos Li's industry. If Marvel Comics can cooperate with Disney, it will also Create huge value!”

Dongfang Yuqin smiled slightly and nodded.

She naturally understood that Stan Lee said so many words just to let her know the value of Marvel Comics.

"Mr. Stan Lee, how much do you think Marvel Comics is worth?" Dongfang Yuqin asked.

"One hundred million dollars!!!" said Stan Lee.

Dongfang Yuqin smiled, slowly picked up the water glass, took a sip of water, and said unhurriedly: "Mr. Stan Lee, in the American comic market, DC and Marvel are evenly matched, but your offer is very high. Too many, Warner Bros. didn’t spend so much money when they acquired DC Comics!”

Stan Lee blushed and thought, although the other party is young, he is not easy to deal with. He obviously made a lot of preparations before coming.

"Miss Dongfang Yuqin, how much do you think Marvel Comics is worth?" Stan Lee asked.

Dongfang Yuqin said lightly: "USD 60 million is more appropriate!"

"$60 million?!" Stan Lee's eyes widened, and he suddenly cut off $40 million. It was such a severe cut!

"That's right, it's 60 million US dollars!" Dongfang Yuqin said repeatedly.

Stan Lee calmed down and said in a deep voice: "Marvel is deeply loved by the American public, has a large number of fans, and has huge comic resources and comic distribution channels. In addition, Marvel has unique advantages in film and television and game adaptations. Advantages, has Miss Dongfang Yuqin ignored these?"

The reason why Dongfang Yuqin bargained so much was actually just to test the other party's bottom line. Obviously, 60 million US dollars has exceeded their bottom line, and it is absolutely impossible for the other party to accept it.

Dongfang Yuqin thought for a while and said to Stan Lee: "Then add another 10 million US dollars. You know, adaptation also has risks. So far, Marvel has no successful precedent! Acquiring Marvel Comics is also a risk for us. It’s a huge risk! Moreover, with current movie special effects technology, it’s really difficult to present the image of the superhero in Marvel comics!”

Stan Lee Moran, from the perspective of the acquirer, Dongfang Yuqin’s words are very reasonable and difficult for him to argue with!

Marvel Comics is in a very difficult situation precisely because it has not been successful in film, television and game adaptations. DC Comics is backed by a big tree to enjoy the shade, and its life is much better than that of Marvel Comics. DC relies on Warner Bros., not only has it achieved success in the field of movies, but also in the field of games, it is also deeply loved by players!

Marvel has actually authorized other companies to make film, television or game adaptations, but these works are shoddy and trashy. Not only did Marvel Comics not make any money, it actually tarnished the company's brand.

In order to maintain the image of Marvel and its superheroes, Stan Lee stopped cooperating with other companies. Instead, he wanted to raise money for Marvel Comics to make movies or develop games on its own. However, the company was short of money and had no choice.

When Li Zetian sent him an acquisition invitation, Stan Lee was actually very happy. DC Comics had Warner Bros. as its backer, and Marvel Comics should also find a company as its backer. Although Disney ranks relatively low among the six major Hollywood film companies, it is still a good choice.

"Miss Dongfang Yuqin, if you really want to acquire Marvel Comics, the valuation of US$75 million is our bottom line. No matter how much it is less..." At this point, Stan Lee frowned and suddenly stopped. I really don’t want to refuse this acquisition, so selling Marvel Comics to Li Zetian is the best choice right now.

At this moment, Dongfang Yuqin smiled and said: "Mr. Stan Lee, 75 million US dollars is 75 million US dollars, I agree!"

Stan Lee couldn't help but be overjoyed when he heard this, and his face turned red with excitement.

Dongfang Yuqin continued: "Mr. Stan Lee, although Chronos Li acquired Marvel in his own name, it will definitely be merged into Disney in the future, but Marvel Comics can operate independently. Chronos Li I firmly believe that only you know Marvel best, and you don’t need Disney to tell you what to do. Marvel Comics can set up its own film company, Marvel Studios, and then make movies! As for game adaptations, you should trust Flamingo Company. Game development skills!"

"Trust it! Trust it!" Stan Lee nodded repeatedly, excited. Not only could Marvel become independent, but it could also establish Marvel Studios. There is nothing better than this!

"Miss Dongfang Yuqin, when will we sign the acquisition agreement?" Stan Lee couldn't help but ask.

"You can do it at any time!" Dongfang Yuqin smiled.

"Then now!"

"Okay, let's do it now!"

Stan Lee immediately asked someone to draft an agreement document.

Half an hour later, the two parties signed an agreement, and Li Zetian easily acquired Marvel Comics.

"Stan Lee, in the future Marvel will not only develop comics, I think it may be more appropriate to call it Marvel!" Dongfang Yuqin said after collecting the documents.

"Miss Dongfang Yuqin is right. From now on, Marvel Comics and Marvel Studios will both be subsidiaries of Marvel!"

Dongfang Yuqin nodded and said: "The matter has been completed, and I have to go back and report to Chronos Li!"

After saying that, Dongfang Yuqin stood up and said goodbye to everyone.