Chapter 981 Sure enough, this trip was worthwhile!

  Columbia Films, in the office of Chambers, the new CEO, Liu Qingshan is sitting and chatting with Chambers.

   "Boss, thank you for your trust." Chambers personally poured Liu Qingshan a cup of coffee.

  Looking at the young and heroic face of the boss, Chambers was really grateful.

  He transformed from the owner of a small company that was about to go bankrupt to the president of one of the six major Hollywood film companies. All this is like a dream.

   "Chambers, this is the result of your hard work." Liu Qingshan gently stirred the coffee with a small spoon.

  He also trusted Chambers, and the two met at a young age, and made Hurricane Film and Television bigger and stronger along the way.

  As for the Hurricane Film and Television Company, of course, it was also merged into Columbia Pictures and became the most important subsidiary.

   "Boss, the movie Forrest Gump is scheduled to be released in three days. It's just, just..." Chambers hesitated to speak.

   "Is there any problem?" Liu Qingshan stopped his hands.

  Chambers crossed his hands and kept stirring: "We invited some film critics and held a small viewing meeting internally. Everyone's response was relatively average."

   More than just mediocre, more than half of the film critics gave negative reviews, but Chambers was embarrassed to say it in front of Liu Qingshan.

   After all, this is a big production of the company, and it was filmed in various places, and the investment was quite large. Chambers was a little worried that this movie would become the Waterloo of Hurricane Video.

  If you use the allusions of ancient China, it is equivalent to going to Maicheng.

   "Why?" Liu Qingshan was a little puzzled. In his memory, Forrest Gump was considered a classic, earning 600 million box office worldwide.

   In the selection of the Oscars, he also became the biggest winner, which was well received and acclaimed.

  Chambers thought about it, pointed to his own brain, and said euphemistically: "The main reason is that everyone thinks that Forrest Gump's IQ is a bit problematic. Using such a character as a representative of the American dream will affect the image a bit."

  In the movie, Forrest Gump's IQ is lower than ordinary people.

  Liu Qingshan also fell into deep thought: It seems that foreigners are also quite picky when choosing their image spokespersons.

   But this will certainly not affect this movie becoming a classic, and is even more willing to be accepted by the general public:

  Even Forrest Gump can become a successful person, why can't I?

  Before this broad consensus was reached, it is completely understandable that the film received some criticism.

   And maybe, you can also use this matter to make a fuss, for example, to make a bet or something?

  In Liu Qingshan's mind, the face of Looney Rockefeller popped up: Perhaps, they are eager to get back their position now, why not give them a chance?

   The two of them were chatting when there was a knock on the door, and then they saw Xiao Li rushing in, bluffing:

   "Oh, Liu, you are finally willing to see me!"

  Liu Qingshan hugged him a little disgusted: "Don't talk so nasty, okay?"

  Xiao Li didn't care at all: "Liu, we're in trouble. The outside world doesn't think well of Forrest Gump's movie. Will it lose money this time?"

  The filming cost of this film has reached more than 50 million. Only when the box office exceeds 100 million can there be a possibility of repaying the cost, so Xiao Li's worry is not unreasonable.

   For example, a large company like Columbia Pictures produces about a dozen movies a year.

  But if it can really sell well, it is considered good if it can produce a film. Usually, it is considered good if it produces a blockbuster film in a few years.

   "Li, calm down, you look like your husband waiting outside the delivery room, you are really anxious."

  Liu Qingshan was teasing, and gradually had a plan in his heart: "Li, Chambers, I think we need to hold a press conference to promote the movie Forrest Gump."

   Chambers was a little confused: the publicity that should be done has already been done.

   Xiao Li and Liu Qingshan have been together for a long time, and they know more about Chinese culture: "Liu, do you mean that you don't usually burn incense and hold Buddha's feet temporarily?"

   "Improved." Liu Qingshan nodded, boasting that Xiao Li only had a wry smile on his face: You are the boss and you have the final say.

  Chambers thought the same way. He knew that Liu Qingshan was relatively influential here, and might really play a certain role in publicity, so he decided to deploy this matter.

  At this time, Liu Yinfeng also rushed over after hearing the news. She took Liu Qingshan's hand, and first looked up and down: "It's a little tanned."

   "Boys are not so delicate." Liu Qingshan comforted the second sister with a smile.

  Liu Yinfeng also knew from the phone that her mother and the dumb grandfather had formed a new family, but now that outsiders were present, it was inconvenient to ask, so she reported to the official business.

  The biggest investment now is the plan on Maozi's side, involving billions of dollars.

  Under the auspices of Liu Yinfeng, nearly a hundred assistants were sent to Katyusha's side, making Katyusha's business quickly spread in the Far East.

  As for the acquisition of marketable bonds from ordinary people, it has just started.

  Because of the depreciation of the bond, it needs a process. In theory, the best time to buy it is when it becomes waste paper.

  However, because Katyusha Firm stepped in and became a strong competitor, this matter has also changed. The depreciation of bonds is not too serious now, and it is still kept within one or two percent.

   "Don't stretch our hands too far, just limit it to Siberia and the Far East. The main target is the resources here. Oil and gas resources and mineral resources are the focus of our attention."

  Liu Qingshan knows that Maozi's land area is too big, no one can claim it all, and the best choice is for everyone to share the cake in harmony.

  Xiao Li's family also participated in this matter and provided a lot of help, which allowed Katyusha Trading Company to develop smoothly there without suffering from those outside tricks.

   Otherwise, the capital on the US side will definitely unite with the oligarchs on Maozi's side to carry out joint suppression.

   After chatting about business for a while, Liu Qingshan took Li Tie and Vera, and followed the second sister back to the apartment. As for Gao Lingfeng and others, Chambers was naturally responsible for the arrangements.

   Sitting in Liu Yinfeng's car, Liu Yinfeng asked impatiently while driving: "Sanfeng, is everything okay at home?"

   "Everything is fine. Grandpa, grandma, and grandpa are all in good shape. My mother and my master are also very harmonious. There are also the fourth and fifth children. They are all living happily."

  Liu Qingshan gave a general introduction first, and Liu Yinfeng nodded with a relieved smile on his face.

  Liu Qingshan was sitting on the co-pilot, looking at the delicate side face of the second sister, muttered in his mouth: "Sister, you have been here in the United States for many years, and you haven't found someone you like?"

   Liu Yinfeng's face was slightly flushed: "Don't interrupt, I'm driving."

   Well, Liu Qingshan chatted about homework again, and Liu Yinfeng listened carefully, not blaming her younger brother for affecting her driving.

  Back to the apartment of the second sister, Grace saw Liu Qingshan, and there was a sweet smile on her face: "The boss is here, and my assistant finally has a job again."

  Liu Qingshan waved his hand: "I'm sorry, I have hired a new assistant, this is Vera, Tiezi's girlfriend."

   Let me introduce Vera to everyone. As for Li Tie, they are all old acquaintances.

   "You took my job away." Grace held Vera's hand with a very affectionate look.

  Liu Qingshan snorted: "Vera, don't be fooled by her, she is a princess of the royal family, the one with a very high inheritance right."

   Grace showed a look of disappointment on her face: "Since the boss has found a new assistant, I should go back to China."

  Actually, Grace’s studies ended last year, but she prefers the free life here, and she is reluctant to part with her friend Liu Yinfeng, so she discussed with her family and postponed it for another year.

   But now, she has to go back to China, because she has reached the age of marriage.

  Liu Qingshan also had a general understanding of Grace's situation: "Grace, bless you, if you are really unhappy, you can come back at any time and continue to be my assistant. I will definitely not deduct your salary."

   Grace nodded: her position and some things are not something she can decide by herself.

   While enjoying the glory brought by the royal family, they also have their own responsibilities.

   This is luck and misfortune.

   It’s hard to bring this kind of thing to the public, so it passed quickly, and Grace brought Liu Qingshan a surprise:

  She is also planning to join Liu Qingshan's project and inject one billion US dollars into it.

  Obviously, Grace couldn't afford so much money. She represented the family behind her.

  Liu Qingshan was worried about not having enough money, of course the more the better, so he obviously agreed.

  He reached out his hand and shook hands with Grace: "Congratulations, you have now been promoted from an assistant to a partner."

  Grace also joked with a smile: "Liu, then should we celebrate, I miss your cooking skills very much."

  Liu Qingshan followed the good advice and cooked the dishes himself, making a large table of dishes.

   When Grace ate a piece of crystal soft-shelled pork, she finally couldn't control the tears in her eyes.

  If she was asked to choose, she believed in herself and would definitely choose Liu Qingshan as her partner, but there are no ifs in this world.

  Of course Liu Yinfeng understood what her friend was thinking, but she also had no choice.

  As for Liu Qingshan, he now has a beloved wife, and his wife is giving birth to their new life, so he will not cause trouble, let all this become the best memory in his heart.

  After dinner, Liu Qingshan led Li Tie and Vera to the aunt's house, and it was still Liu Yinfeng who drove all the way to the villa.

"cousin!"

  Du Jiaxing was returning with a rugby in his arms, and when they met at the gate of the villa, the kid immediately threw the rugby excitedly, and then threw himself into Liu Qingshan's arms.

  Children grow fast, Du Jiaxing has already reached Liu Qingshan's shoulders.

   "Your body is not strong enough to play rugby." Liu Qingshan rubbed his head.

   "I'm very good, because I know kung fu!" Du Jiaxing's arms were bright and his muscles were basically the same as before.

   Talking and laughing into the villa, Grandpa Du and Auntie Du were already standing at the door, smiling.

  That night, Liu Qingshan and the others stayed here.

  The next morning, Liu Qingshan went to attend the new film conference of Columbia Film Company.

   Dozens of reporters came here, on the one hand to save face for the Columbia company, and on the other hand, they also rushed to Liu Qingshan.

  Mr. Mountain once made big news for them. Of course, the reporters looked forward to it very much, because Mr. Mountain has never disappointed them.

  At the press conference, Chambers first introduced the Forrest Gump movie, and then the main event came, and the reporters began to interview Liu Qingshan.

   "Mr. Mountain, you are very optimistic about this movie, but there is news that this movie is a bit unsatisfactory, so can you predict the box office?"

  Liu Qingshan nodded with a smile: "This is one of the two key releases of Columbia Pictures this year. As for the box office, of course there is no problem. The North American box office must exceed 200 million, and the global box office must exceed 500 million."

   As he spoke, Liu Qingshan clenched his fists: "Everyone only needs to remember one sentence in the future, it is produced by Columbia, it must be a high-quality product."

   Sure enough, this trip was worthwhile!

  The reporters all had smiles on their faces. As long as they interview Mr. Mountain, there must be big news.

  Films with a box office of more than 500 million, one or two a year is good, and most of them are action movies or sci-fi big productions.

   Drama films like Forrest Gump seem to be a bit difficult. I don’t know where Mr. Mountain’s confidence comes from?

  So the reporters asked questions more enthusiastically, and finally angered Liu Qingshan: "If you don't believe me, gentlemen, I can make a bet with you!"

  The scene fell silent immediately, and then a reporter suddenly said: "Mr. Mountain, it's a pity that I don't have 100 million US dollars, otherwise, I would definitely bet with you."

  The reporters chuckled for a while, this has become an allusion.

  Liu Qingshan also smiled and spread his hands: "Then you can invite, I think there should be someone who wants to bet against me."

  The reporters became even more excited when they heard it, so they almost called a roll call.

   After they go back, they will definitely add fuel to the story, and come up with a headline such as "Let's Gamble Against Dissatisfaction", so as to make both parties angry, and there may be another big news.

  The press conference ended successfully, and the reporters went back to pass the news happily. Look at their energy, obviously they didn't hold back anything.

   "Liu, you shouldn't give Looney and the others a chance to retaliate." Xiao Li was a little worried, and he really didn't know what to do.

  Liu Qingshan disagrees: "You don't understand the principle of fleece, you have to catch a sheep, and then you can squeeze it hard."

  Xiao Li brushed his slightly curly long hair with his hands, and felt a chill at the root of his hair.

  The next day, when Liu Qingshan went to Earth Net to inspect, he finally saw some kind of response in the newspaper.

  Under the reporters' intentional fire, Looney Rockefeller finally couldn't help but speak:

   "Since some people are arrogant, then we don't mind teaching him a lesson."

  Liu Qingshan read the news and couldn't help shaking his head slightly: "Young man, I'm too impatient."

  Global Network CEO Adrian looked at the young boss, his lips squirmed for a long time, and finally couldn't help it:

   "Boss, the situation is not good. The stock of our Earth Network has been falling recently, which is far worse than Cisco. The bet between you and Professor Merton is already in an extremely unfavorable situation."

   Adrian certainly has reason to be worried: Boss, is there too many lice and doesn’t it itch?

  (end of this chapter)