Hong Kong Comic Master

"Oh, Wannian, it's so hard to see you!"

In an antique room, there are carved beams and painted buildings, flying eaves and arches, and famous calligraphy and paintings are hung on the walls. I don't know whether they are real or fake. As for the tables and chairs in the room, they are all solid wood. Although it is uncomfortable to sit on them, they are expensive!

When Li Wannian walked into the room, he was "suddenly attacked" by Cheng Long before he could do anything. He hugged him.

"Ahem, Brother Long, you are almost strangling me!"

Although Li Wannian has been exercising in the past few years, he is still no match for Cheng Long, who has double bones.

Just kidding, what kind of life do they live every day, what kind of life do you live, how can a hand holding a pen be a match for a gun?

At this time, Cheng Long held him in his arms and patted his back vigorously, making Li Wannian almost suffocate.

"Hahaha, sorry, sorry, I haven't seen you for a long time, don't I miss you?"

Cheng Long said half-jokingly and half-blamingly.

"Sorry, Brother Long, I like women!"

"Tsk, who doesn't?" Cheng Long let go of Li Wannian, but still patted his shoulder and continued: "But you too, it's too hard to meet now, even I have to make an appointment?"

"It's my fault. I've been painting in seclusion recently, so I handed my external contacts to others and didn't know anything about this!"

Faced with Cheng Long's blame, Li Wannian chose to pass the blame to others.

Whether it's the second brother or the secretary, isn't it used to do this?

"Is that so? Then you are really hard-working. Come on, sit down first, let's talk while eating!"

Cheng Long certainly knew that these were all excuses Li Wannian said, but he had to ask for help from others, so he could only pretend to be confused.

To be honest, Cheng Long hasn't asked for help from others in a long time.

The last time, I was probably looked down upon by Gu Long when he was taken by Luo Wei, the "King of Picking Up Leaks", to ask Gu Long to write a script.

Of course, it is much better now than before. At least Li Wannian is willing to lie to him. Gu Long didn't even bother to pretend when he spoke.

"Is this the store I came to a few years ago? I can't recognize it after the decoration has changed!"

The store in front of him is naturally Yangquan Restaurant, and it is also the place where Li Wannian and Cheng Long laughed and buried their grudges, although Cheng Long was forced at that time.

However, now he likes being forced at that time. It's not that he likes being passive, but it gives him a way to get closer to Li Wannian.

"Yes, it was renovated last year!"

"I really didn't expect that so much time has passed!"

After looking around, Cheng Long said so.

However, Li Wannian heard the meaning of Cheng Long's words. This store has been around for so long, so we have known each other for a long time, and our relationship is naturally closer.

"Yes, in recent years, Brother Long, you have also gone beyond Asia and into the world. Should we call you an international superstar?"

"Don't come on, if you say that again, I will be angry!"

The conversation between the two was like a pair of old friends, very harmonious, but unfortunately this was only a surface phenomenon.

Although the actual status of Li Wannian and Cheng Long was far apart, the two were equally well-known in the world.

Although the two were engaged in different jobs, their audience groups and distribution were highly overlapped. Both were based in Asia, and the European and American regions were relatively weak.

However, there were still differences between the two. After all, Li Wannian controlled the global distribution channels. Cheng Long had just become the boss and had no ability to distribute globally. Even though Golden Harvest, which was behind him, had spent a lot of money on distribution, it still had a clear gap with Li Wannian.

This was mainly because there was a lack of chaebols behind Golden Harvest, and the money available was far less than that of Qilin Entertainment.

In the final analysis, the so-called distribution channels were all piled up with money!

Why are there only six major Hollywood companies in the world that have global distribution channels? That's because they can use these channels to make money and achieve positive feedback, so they can continue to play.

And other countries or companies playing this, that is to lose money to gain publicity!

"Honestly, An Nian, this time I have something to ask you for help!"

Soon after, the cold dishes were served, and Cheng Long finally talked to Li Wannian about business.

"Brother Long, I don't deserve the word "beg", I will try my best to help!"

Li Wannian's words were also very beautiful, with a warm-hearted look.

"It's not a difficult thing for you, I just like the copyright of a comic book of yours, I hope you can authorize it to me!"

"Well, Brother Long, there may be some problems!"

Seeing that Li Wannian was hesitant, Cheng Long's face suddenly became ugly.

He thought: I have already lost my face and given Li Wannian enough face, but he still rejected me. It's really shameless!

When he was young, Cheng Long was a straightforward person who showed his emotions on his face. Although he had been tempering himself in recent years, Li Wannian still saw through him.

He smiled slightly and explained to Cheng Long slowly: "It's like this, Brother Long, you want to adapt my comics, I have no objection at all, but I have already entrusted the adaptation rights to the Copyright Operation Department of DreamWorks. I have made the final decision, but you still have to discuss the specific details with the magazine."

"That's it? It's easy! As long as you agree, the rest is just negotiation, isn't it simple?"

Cheng Long obviously thought this matter was simple, thinking that as long as Li Wannian agreed, the people below would not dare to embarrass him.

But Li Wannian had been prepared for this.

The reason why he wanted to hand over the copyright negotiation to the magazine was that he was worried that one day he would be unable to get rid of the favor and nod his head in agreement. Then the responsible magazine would be the last line of defense, and they would definitely do their best to earn every penny of profit!

"Since you are mentally prepared, Brother Long, that's all!"

"No, no, look, isn't this a good thing? Come on, have a drink!"

Cheng Long was so excited that his nose turned red. He directly raised his glass and wanted to clink glasses with Li Wannian.

This time when he came to see Li Wannian, he didn't bring Wang Jing because he made a promise in front of Wang Jing that he would direct the play and he would be responsible for the rest!

If this matter cannot be done, how can he face Wang Jing?

"No need to drink. I have to paint when I go back later. I can't hold the pen steadily after drinking!"

"Of course, of course, then we will replace the wine with tea!"

In this way, the two gently touched the teacups together.

"By the way, I suddenly remembered, which comic book do you want the copyright for?"

"Of course it's "City Hunter"!"

"Really? Are you going to direct it yourself?"

"No, I'm going to ask Wang Jing to be the director!"

"That's not bad!"