Silicon Valley

Bao Jianfeng is contacting the group of people from his fantasy literature club, and Henry is instructing the programmers to develop a Chinese website according to his own requirements. And Chen Tianqiao went to South Korea to negotiate business with Actoz, the game development company of "Legend". With Henry's financial support, instead of acting as an agent for the game, it is better to directly acquire the other party. As an agent, 10%-30% of the game's profits will be distributed to actoz, which feels like making wedding dresses for them.

The investors behind actoz are Korea Telecom, Samsung C\u0026T, National Venture Capital, and Milestone Venture Capital, with a market value of around US$40 million. Of course, Shanda's current assets cannot be acquired. However, Chen Tianqiao represented the parent company ICQ to acquire actoz in the past!

The actoz company in the previous life was acquired and controlled by Shanda in 2004, but now it is only three years ahead of schedule.

"Legend" produced by actoz failed completely in South Korea, which aroused strong dissatisfaction from investors. Therefore, Chen Tianqiao came to discuss the acquisition, and the two parties soon started formal negotiations.

At this time, news came from IMDB China Brokerage Company that Fan Bingbing was officially recruited from Huayi Brothers Company. Because Fan Bingbing was not well-known, the other party agreed to release him in order to befriend Henry.

"Mr. Williams, Fan Bingbing is filming in Hengdian, how to arrange for her in the future?"

"Let her make some TV dramas first, and switch to the big screen after two years!" Henry paused, and asked, "What's the situation with Zhao Wei and Lin Xinru now?"

"Zhao Wei said that she doesn't need a brokerage company, and we persuaded her many times to no avail! As for Ruby Lin, the company behind her refused to let her go, but she herself is quite willing to come to our company!!"

"If that's the case, then pay liquidated damages to lure Ruby Lin over, and at the same time, list this company as an unpopular company on IMDB!"

"Yes!"

"As for Zhao Wei, I really don't want to, and we don't force others to make things difficult. After all, we choose our own path!"

"Yes!"

Henry paused for a moment and said, "Oh, that's right. I heard a song recently and thought it was very good. The name of the song is "Xing Qing" and the singer seems to be Jay Chou..."

"Oh, yes, this is a Taiwanese singer who just debuted, a creative genius, "Xing Qing" is one of the title songs in his first solo album "Jay" released in November 2000, all the songs in the album The composing, harmonizing and producing works are all done by him alone!"

"Oh, what a genius... It seems that this Jay Chou is a rising superstar in the Chinese music scene!!!" Henry said, "In this way, IMDB China Brokerage Company is renamed Williams Brokerage Company. In addition, I have to sign a singer, and send people to Taiwan to sign Jay Chou. And I will let people form Williams Records here!"

"OK."

Henry has long planned to integrate the many artists signed by his company around the world into the Williams agency to form a scale! In this way, it is not only convenient for management, but also specialized in the art industry, with the most professional broker team to create these artists!

The Williams record company is dedicated to serving the Williams management company, whether it is a singer or a movie star, it can release songs for them!

In addition, signing with a brokerage company and signing with a record company are actually different. The brokerage company is responsible for all the work arrangements of the artist, and the signing of the record company means that the artist's songs can only be handed over to Williams Records for release, including online songs and offline physical records, etc. related things...

The brokerage company is not domineering, it will definitely consider the wishes of the artist, but the decision-making power still rests with the brokerage company. Of course, there is no doubt that well-known superstars have a great say in the agency company, and the company sometimes has to accommodate them...

IMDB China Brokers changed its name to Williams Brokers Company. One look at the name and you will know the background. Artists are definitely willing to join this company in order to become famous!

...

A week later, Taiwan, Alpha Records.

"Hello, Mr. Jay Chou!"

"Hello, are you...?" Jay Chou picked up the phone and asked in doubt. Looking at the number, it was an unfamiliar call and he did not recognize him.

"I'm from Williams Brokerage Company, called Tan Junyuan. Mr. Zhou, do you have time? Let's make an appointment to talk!"

"Williams broker company? Is it related to Henry Williams, the richest man in the world?"

"Yes, this is the company established by Henry Williams first. The name Williams has been registered as a patent by Mr. Williams, and other companies cannot use it without authorization!"

Jay Chou clicked his tongue, his name can be registered as a patent, is that all right? ! ! He thought for a while and replied: "Okay, I get off work at 5 o'clock, where are you?"

"I live in a hotel not far from your company," Tan Junyuan said after a pause, "There is a cafe called 'Blue Phoenix' nearby, do you know this place?"

"I know, then I'll see you after get off work!"

"OK!"

Time passed by and dusk was approaching. Jay Chou came to the coffee shop that the two parties had agreed upon after get off work. As soon as he walked in, he saw a middle-aged man in a suit standing up, smiling and waving at him.

This is the man...

Jay Chou walked over, "Hello!"

"Hello, please sit down, Mr. Zhou."

Tan Junyuan smiled and introduced himself, "I am the Asia President of Williams Brokerage Company—Tan Junyuan!" Then he handed a business card to Jay Chou.

Jay Chou took it and glanced at it. The business card contained the company's name, phone number, fax, and email, and then Tan Junyuan's own phone number and name.

"Mr. Tan Junyuan, did you invite me to sign a contract with me?" Jay Chou said straight to the point.

"That's right, Mr. Zhou, what do you think? Presumably you also know that signing with Williams' agency is equivalent to having Henry Williams as a big backer, and this is very important for an artist. Important!" Tan Junyuan smiled confidently.

Jay Chou shook his head and said, "Yes, I know that... But, without Brother Wu Zongxian, I would not be where I am today. Wouldn't it be too ungrateful for you to ask me to leave him right now?! So, I'm sorry, Mr. Tan, I can't sign the contract Williams Brokers..."

"Mr. Zhou, water flows to low places, and people climb to high places. Mr. Henry Williams is very optimistic about you, and he named you by name. Let me come to Taiwan to invite you to join Williams' brokerage company!" When Junyuan said this, he paused for a moment, and Jay Chou was shocked when he heard this.

"Mr. Jay Chou, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You must seize it. Once you miss it, you may regret it in the future!"

Jay Chou frowned immediately and fell silent.

Jay Chou naturally also wants to be famous. If he is cultivated by Henry Williams, he will definitely become popular in Asia and even the world. However, if he abandons Wu Zongxian now, Jay Chou can't bear it in his heart, as if his conscience has been condemned...for a while, he was very entangled!

After a while, Jay Chou gritted his teeth and said firmly, "I'm really sorry, Mr. Tan, my choice is to refuse!"

"Mr. Zhou, don't you think about it?!"

"Don't think about it!" Jay Chou said firmly. Immediately, he stood up from the chair, "Farewell, Mr. Tan!" After speaking, Jay Chou left the cafe, but the coffee on the table hadn't been drunk yet...

Tan Junyuan frowned slightly. He thought things would be easy to handle, but he didn't want to meet such a stubborn person. He thought about it and called Henry.

"Mr. Williams, I talked to Jay Chou, but he is not willing to sign with our company!"

"what is the problem?"

"Wu Zongxian is kind to him, so he is not willing to abandon Wu Zongxian!"

"Is Jay Chou an artist under Wu Zongxian's company?"

"Yes! Wu Zongxian's company is called Alpha Records!"

"Okay! Since Jay Chou can't get it, then buy Alfa Records!!!!"

A gleam flashed in Henry's eyes, the company belongs to me, Jay Chou is also my signed artist!

"Understood, I'll do it right away!" Tan Junyuan nodded.

So, the next day, Tan Junyuan directly walked into Alpha Records Company openly and aboveboard. When Jay Chou saw him, he was startled and showed a nervous expression, thinking, why did he come to the company!

At this time, Wu Zongxian came over with a smile and greeted Tan Junyuan.

"Hahaha... President Tan, you're here!"

Tan Junyuan nodded with a smile, "Nice to meet you, Mr. Wu!"

"Me too, nice to meet you, come on, let's talk in the office!"

Wu Zongxian enthusiastically led Tan Junyuan to his office. After sitting down, Tan Junyuan said: "Mr. Wu, I like to get straight to the point, so I won't go around in circles with you. I came here this time to buy Alpha Records!"

"Acquire Alpha Records?" Wu Zongxian asked in shock.

"Yes."

Tan Junyuan stared at the other party and said, "Williams' agency is willing to pay 600 million Taiwan dollars to fully acquire Alpha Records!"

Alfa Records itself was not established for a long time, and because Wu Zongxian has been busy with other affairs, the company did not have too specific business at first. After Jay Chou became popular, Alpha Records gradually developed into a big company relying on Jay Chou, a cash cow. . However, the contract between Jay Chou and Alpha Records was too harsh, and Wu Zongxian tried to exploit Jay Chou's residual value as much as possible like a capitalist, which eventually led to the two turning against each other.

Wu Zongxian threatened to repay his kindness, Jay Chou couldn't bear it, and it was inevitable to turn his face. No matter how great the kindness is, paying it back for seven years is enough!

"600 million Taiwan dollars!" Wu Zongxian was taken aback, he knew in his heart that the other party was able to offer such a high price, it must be because of Jay Chou! Jay Chou is the only artist Alfa Records can offer at the moment...

Wu Zongxian was thinking now, he was thinking about gains and losses, 600 million Taiwan dollars is enough to make himself a rich man among Taiwanese artists. And can Jay Chou make so much money for himself? Jay Chou's talent is fully revealed through his first album, maybe he can become a superstar in the future? It's really hard to make a decision...

Wu Zongxian raised his head and said, "Mr. Tan, I have to think about this matter for a few days before I can answer you!"

"Haha, it's okay, anyway, I'm going to stay in Taiwan for a few days, you can tell me when you've made up your mind!" Tan Junyuan said unhurriedly, showing no rush at all.

"OK, all right!"

Just after Tan Junyuan left Alpha Records, Wu Zongxian called Jay Chou to his office. He asked in a deep voice, "Jaylen, did that person look for you just now?"

"I've looked for it. I was invited to a coffee shop yesterday to talk about something."

"You went?!" Wu Zongxian's expression changed.

"Go!" Jay Chou replied.

Wu Zongxian's face darkened, and he continued to ask: "What did he talk to you about? Did he want to poach you?"

"Yes, but Brother Wu Zongxian, don't worry, you are kind to me. Without you, Wu Zongxian would not have me, Jay Chou, so I have already rejected him!" Seeing Wu Zongxian's face getting more and more ugly, Jay Chou quickly explained .

When Wu Zongxian heard this, his face softened a little. He patted Jay Chou on the shoulder, and said earnestly: "Okay! It's no fault of me, Wu Zongxian, who spent money to train you! To be a man, you must first learn to be grateful. You have done a good job. Don't let me down in the future!"

Jay Chou nodded.

"Okay, Jaylen, you go out to work..."

"Um!"

After Jay Chou left, Wu Zongxian meditated alone. After a while, he muttered to himself: "No, the liquidated damages for the contract Jay Chou signed before was less than 5 million US dollars. If he wants to change jobs, wouldn't I be at a loss?" The more Wu Zongxian thought about it, the more inappropriate it became, so he immediately began to draw up a contract, directly increasing the liquidated damages to NT$1 billion, which can be called the highest priced artist liquidated damages in Taiwan.

"Jay Lun, come to my office." Wu Zongxian said on the phone.

"Oh, I'll be right there!"

After Jay Chou walked into the office, he asked, "Brother Wu Zongxian, what do you need from me?"

Wu Zongxian said with a smile: "Sit down first, I do have something to do with you."

After Jay Chou sat down, Wu Zongxian spoke again: "That's right, I drew up a new contract here, if you have no objections, sign it!"

Jay Chou took the document Wu Zongxian handed him, opened it and read it carefully.

After watching it, Jay Chou blushed, very ugly.

This document is simply a contract of sale, signed for 7 years, liquidated damages of 1 billion Taiwan dollars, and all the copyrights of Jay Chou's songs belong to the company, but the income part is distributed in the same proportion as ordinary singers. The company takes 70%, and the artist Take 30%.

"Brother Xian, isn't the contract too harsh? Don't say it for 7 years once the contract is signed, but isn't the liquidated damages of NT$1 billion too exaggerated!"

Wu Zongxian smiled and comforted him: "Hehe, the breach of contract Jin Gao said that the company is optimistic about you and will focus on training you in the future. Although the share between you and the company is also 3:7, the company will tilt more resources to you. Help, your album will definitely sell well, and if the album sells well, you will naturally get much more money than ordinary singers!"

"How about it, Jaylen? Don't you believe in your brother Xian?!"

(two chapters in one)

(to be continued ~^~)