Air conditioning is broken?

Andy's small eyes narrowed into a slit, almost disappearing, Maitreya Buddha-like face became more relaxed, and his smile rose slightly at the corner of his mouth, as if he did not understand the meaning behind the sentence.

With such a bad excuse, even a junior broker who has just been in the business for a year or two can smell something wrong, let alone an old fox like Andy? It’s not uncommon for the air conditioner in the meeting room to break down; it’s unusual to still arrange a meeting in this meeting room if you know that the air conditioner is broken, but there is no countermeasure.

As one of the top six film companies in Hollywood, Universal Pictures has repeatedly respected the last seats in recent years, and its performance has never improved. However, Lionsgate still has not been able to achieve a go-ahead. This is the foundation, more than half a century of precipitation and accumulation. , Is still one of the Big Macs, how could they not even have an air-conditioned meeting room?

Obviously, this is the disarming power; and the disarming power without any cover, he slapped Andy's face with a slap in the face.

But why?

To clarify the rumors of the recent period? Or to avoid the excitement that the media has been pursuing recently? Or is it to emphasize Universal Pictures' dispensable attitude towards contract renewal? Otherwise, it is to lower Andy's expectations and take the initiative in the negotiation of the renewal of the contract, implying that Andy does not want to speak loudly? Otherwise, there are other potential, unknown reasons?

But no matter what the reason, it is too clumsy and too direct to dismiss the horse. Not to mention that the two sides are now in a cooperative honeymoon period. Even if it is an enemy who turns his face and denies people, this method is too naive. Such a move is more like malicious revenge from private grievances, but who is it?

Van Diesel? Christian Wagner? Fisher Morgan? Or Ron Meyer?

The reasons hidden behind can be investigated slowly. What is important is his current response attitude. Of course, Andy couldn't hold back his anger, and just entered the meeting room silly and waited, but if the reaction was too intense, it might tear his face.

Andy is not worried about tearing his face. Anyway, the creative artist agency will come forward to reach a settlement with Universal Pictures. This is not a problem. The point is, can tearing the face achieve the goal? If it doesn't work, then Andy doesn't plan to turn himself into a clown in the circus.

Between the lightning and flint, Andy has finished thinking, smiling at the assistant next to him, and said, "Excuse me, where is mihael-fottrell's office?"

Michael Fordray, the deputy general manager of Universal Pictures' production department, personally created the "Speed ​​and Excitement/Emotion" series, the "Die Hard" series and so on.

However, his ability does not lie in the production of films. Works that suffered fiasco such as "Catwoman" and "Underworld Police" are all produced by him. His real ability lies in management. Most of the time, he exists as a leader and then makes the film by name. In fact, he rarely goes to the set, and he did not show up during the whole filming of "Speed ​​and Excitement/Emotion 5". It can be said that he is a real power figure, not a practical talent.

The development of the follow-up series of "Speed ​​and Excitement/Emotion", whether to set up a project, how to prepare the team, budget and cost, etc., must be decided by Michael. He can communicate directly with the CEO of Universal Pictures Lang Meyer. After Michael's level, Neil H-Moritz will be on the stage for further implementation and execution.

It can be understood that Michael is affiliated with Universal Pictures, he is part of Universal Pictures; while Neal is not. He is a producer and has the same position as a director and an actor. In addition to Universal Pictures, he There are also many cooperation projects with other film companies, but thanks to the success of the "Speed ​​and Excitement/Emotion" series, his cooperation with Universal Pictures is closer.

In today's meeting, who is in charge of Universal Pictures is unknown, but Andy directly skipped those potential candidates and pointed to Michael Fordrey.

This little assistant was immediately frightened. Obviously, he was just a little guy, he followed the instructions to lead the way, and he didn't know how to deal with such a thing, "Uh, um, Mr. Fordray's office... I, I don't know too much."

"Then I can ask someone who is clear." The amiable smile on Andy's face, like a spring breeze, makes people feel kind and friendly, but the words are not giving way, and there is no meaning of compromise.

Andy crossed the shoulders of the little assistant and started looking for other people on the floor. Although the little assistant was still very panicked, he stabilized his position a little, rallied, and said calmly, "Mr. Rogers, would you please wait in the conference room? Mr. Fordray is now in another meeting, he I'll be here soon."

Andy closed his jaw with a smile, as if he had been persuaded by the rhetoric, which made the little assistant's hanging heart slowly fall back into his chest, but in the next second, he heard Andy say, "I am today The itinerary is also very urgent. I just made a special trip to tell Michael that I hope this meeting can be rescheduled and show my sincerity. Then, I can leave a message, can you convey it on your behalf? Or you need me to leave a convenience Post, convey the meaning directly to Michael?"

Universal Pictures’ slap was already on his face, how could Andy swallow. Regarding the salary and the next cooperation, he hasn't even had time to put forward his own ideas, let alone the lion's big mouth, the other party can't wait to show his power, no matter what the reason, Andy can't be soft and weak. accept.

Andy believes that even if he misses "Speed ​​and Excitement/Emotion 6", Lan Li will never mind. Therefore, it is still unknown who owns the advantage. Universal Pictures is so arrogant now, it's really not clear about the form.

Andy is more curious about who is behind this incident. It's so stupid, it doesn't look like Ron Meyer's old fox at all.

The little assistant didn’t anticipate Andy’s strategy at all. After calming down, he was taken aback. He blinked and looked at Andy. For a moment he didn’t know what to do. If Andy really left, his job would count. Isn't it a mess?

"If you don't need me to leave a post-it note, then I will leave." Andy didn't plan to sympathize with the innocent assistant, pointing to the direction of the elevator, and said with a smile.

In the end, the little assistant gritted his teeth and persisted without changing his words. "May I trouble you to leave a personal message?" He kept smiling and said, but the smile was terribly stiff.

After leaving the message, Andy didn't stay any longer, turned around and left. Standing at the elevator entrance, waiting for a while, the elevator swayed up to the ground, but Andy's mood gradually calmed down, and the indoor air conditioner made his brain work again. The attitude of Universal Pictures today is really intriguing. After he returns, he must inquire about the news and make preparations.

The elevator door closed slowly, and then I heard the heart-piercing shout, "Mr. Rogers, Mr. Rogers!" A figure dashed over and pulled the elevator door tightly, breathless. Said, "Sir, please stay, Mr. Fordray's meeting is over."

Andy has taken out his mobile phone, is flipping through the address book, raised his head and looked at the assistant in front of him, and smiled and said, "But I do have something today. As for the rescheduling of the meeting, my assistant will contact us further. Let's look at the time." He is not an employee of Universal Pictures, so he will come and go.

Looking at Andy, who was smiling but unwavering, Xiaosuke had all the thoughts of crying. Fortunately, the Lord has finally come.

From a distance, Michael Fordray and Neil H-Moritz came one after the other, stepping on an unhurried pace, with bright smiles on their faces. Walked towards Andy head-on.

Andy also showed a smile, preemptively, "I think you have received my message. It's really rude, I hope you haven't interrupted your meeting just now." That calm and calm posture, it seems that the disarming incident has never happened. Normal; and he is really just passing by.

"Our meeting just ended." Neil took the initiative to take the topic, "The meeting on'speed and excitement/emotion' took a little longer than expected." A simple sentence explained, "How , Are you leaving now?"

"My brother will arrive in Los Angeles this afternoon. My mother told me that I must go to the reception. Two weeks ago, I had confirmed this matter, but unfortunately, my assistant forgot to confirm. It’s time to arrange the meeting for this afternoon~lightnovelpub.net~ This is my fault, so on the way to the airport, I decided to come over and apologize in person." Andy said calmly, even keeping track of the ins and outs. Speaking out, there are clear-minded.

"Family is always the most important thing." Neil laughed happily. "However, before heading to the airport, I don't know if you have 30 minutes. We can sit down and have a conversation. Even if your brother arrives at the airport. , I believe you can still meet him on time. Let’s do this, we allow you to turn on your phone to ensure that he can contact you as soon as possible, so that you won’t miss it.” After finishing, Neil blinked his eyes. , Seems to have established a tacit understanding with Andy.

Immediately, Neal didn’t give Andy a chance to refuse. He turned around and introduced Michael to the two people. Michael sent out an invitation again, saying that this meeting was just a preliminary exchange of opinions and could be over soon. Up. Andy didn't continue to be hypocritical, and agreed.

The group walked straight to the meeting room to the meeting room where the air conditioner was broken. After entering, Michael realized that the air conditioner was broken, and he quickly invited Andy and Neal to his office, as if he really had nothing. Known. At this point, the air-conditioning incident has temporarily come to an end. At least on the surface, everything has been reasonably explained.

But is this really the case?