Chapter 215 1 Minute

Murdoch stared at Eric with the expression of facing the ignorant nonsense junior, and said solemnly: "Eric, you should know that 10% of the shares are impossible, even if I agree, the board of directors It is impossible to agree."

Eric didn't seem to feel the pressure in Murdoch's expression, and said easily: "Mr. Murdoch, although you don't have absolute control, the whole world knows that News Corporation is Rupert Murdoch's news. Group. I believe you must have the power to decide this matter, so don't prevaricate me with reasons like the board of directors?"

"Then I will tell you clearly, Eric, there is no room for negotiation on this matter, you should change the conditions."

Eric still looked relaxed, and even raised his legs, but his tone became louder: "Mr. Murdoch, I have said before, I am a very stubborn person, once I speak, I will never speak again. make change."

After saying these words, the scene in the reception room suddenly quieted down. The old man and the young man stared at each other, but after a while, Eric took the lead to look away, not because he was guilty, but I think it's really boring to do this. What's the use of overpowering others in terms of momentum. The key to negotiation is to see who has more chips on both sides.

And now, the most important bargaining chip is in Eric's hands.

He drank the remaining coffee in the cup on his own accord,

Eric was finally able to turn the ceramic cup over. There was no doubt that the words were not engraved on the bottom.

Putting the cup back on the table, Eric raised his head and looked at Murdoch.

"Eric, let's talk about it today, maybe we should all calm down."

As soon as Murdoch spoke, Eric was acutely aware. In this confrontation, he has unknowingly gained the absolute upper hand, in this case. How could he not be in a hurry.

"Mr. Murdoch, my schedule is very tight. I missed today, I don't know if I can spare time in these two months, and the three major TV stations are still waiting for my reply." Eric finished, it seemed Thinking it wasn't enough, I added: "Oh, yes, the losses have been huge in recent years. Their asking price is also the highest. Also, they mentioned before that they are willing to pay a liquidated damage to bring "Friends" this season. I bought the rest of the episodes. To be honest, I'm still very excited. After all, in the first season of "Friends", I can only get 40% of the advertising share from Fox, but if I change it, the price offered is... Sorry, this is a trade secret."

This was already a naked threat, and Murdoch almost wanted to smash what was in front of him on Eric's face.

certainly. He could only think about it.

Murdoch said coldly: "If you're going to default, just wait and see you in federal court, I promise. You won't get the last penny."

"Mr. Murdoch, do you think that in North America, News Corp. can compete with the three major TV stations and the forces behind them? You must be clear in your heart that if this lawsuit is really fought, Fox will undoubtedly lose. Maybe After the lawsuit is over, "Friends" will have to wait until next year to re-broadcast it. Maybe Firefly will also lose a lot, but there is no doubt that Fox will lose more. Without "Friends", Fox will be short. The rise in time is even more wishful thinking. And during this time, enough three major TV stations that have realized the threat have joined forces to kick Fox out of the game.”

"If it does, Firefly doesn't get any benefit from it. Eric, don't forget that in the major English-speaking countries of the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and the continental United States, News Corp. relies on the newspapers at its disposal. And TV stations, which have a strong ability to control media public opinion. Even the British government is now careful to maintain a good relationship with News Corp to maintain their media image. If you do that, I can let Firefly produce it. The word of mouth of the movie in the world is a complete failure, and your personal image in the world is useless. Do you know how much we let the "New York Post" suppress the reports about you and those actresses? I personally intervene in a few of them. Yes. A reporter from the "New York Post" has been interested in you since half a year ago and has followed you for two months. He has taken pictures of all your private life. The "New York Post" originally wanted to do a About all the stories about you, about that actress named Virginia Madsen, about your current girlfriend, about Julia Roberts, oh, I almost forgot Miss Drew Barrymore, She's only 14 now, isn't she?"

After Murdoch said these words, he proudly picked up the coffee in front of him and wanted to take a sip, but Eric, who had been bowing his head slightly, raised his head at this time. Only then did Murdoch realize that Eric His eyes were indifferent, and his slightly pale face had a trace of abnormal blush.

Oops!

Murdoch whispered in his heart, and he suddenly realized that Eric in front of him was only 19 years old, and he was a young man with a lot of ambition. The combination of the two conditions is also doomed. Eric is more likely to act with anger than other young people when facing threats.

In case this little guy is impulsive and really would rather breach the contract and take "Friends" away, then even if he really mobilizes the power of the media in the end to destroy this little guy's public image to no avail, News Corp. To the slightest benefit, this is clearly not in the interests of News Corporation.

Eric didn't seem to notice the change in Murdoch's expression, raised his wrist and looked at his watch, then raised his head to look at Murdoch.

"Mr. Murdoch, you have one minute to consider and agree to my terms, or we will do our part and see who loses the most in the end. Now start the clock." After speaking, Eric once again Head down.

Murdoch panicked immediately, and it seemed that this little guy really lost his mind.

"Eric, please don't do this? You are already an adult." Murdoch said helplessly, with a hint of reproach in his tone.

Eric didn't seem to hear Murdoch's words, he lowered his head and counted down to himself: "55...54...53..."

Seeing Eric ignoring him, Murdoch instead leaned on the sofa and narrowed his eyes slightly, as if he wanted to see if Eric dared to count down to the end. He had read Eric's profile before and knew that this young man was far more mature and stable than his peers. He was betting that maybe Eric would be impulsive because of what he said just now, but a one-minute countdown is enough. The bright young man calmed down.

"36...35...34..."

The countdown continued relentlessly. (To be continued)