Chapter 483

When Rowling heard that Xiao Yunhai praised his novels so much, she was very happy and said, "thank you for your love for Harry Potter. Are you so confident that this novel will succeed? Seriously, I've lost heart myself

Xiao Yunhai said with a smile: "there is an old saying in China that gold always shines. I think Harry Potter is not just a piece of gold, it may even be a gold mine. Would you like to sell it to me, Ms. Rowling? "

Rowling said, "of course I would. Mr. Xiao, I have already paid five million dollars for the film adaptation right alone. If it's all copyrights, the price may be higher. "

Xiao Yunhai said, "would you please make an offer?"

Rowling thought about it and said, "I've written five of them, and maybe two more. If you really like it, I'd like to sell it to you for five million dollars. "

Clighton, who had been eavesdropping on their conversation, exclaimed, "my God, Ms. Rowling, are you not kidding?"

Rowling shook her head and said, "I never make fun of my Harry Potter."

For Xiao Yunhai, buying five Harry Potter movies for 25 million dollars is definitely a huge bargain.

But Xiao Yunhai didn't show a rapturous expression. Instead, he suppressed his inner joy and pretended to think about it. Finally, he gritted his teeth and said, "I'll bet this time. Ms. Rowling, twenty five million dollars will do. "

Kerry opened his eyes and showed an incredible look. He called out to Xiao Yunhai: "Xiao, you are crazy. You dare to do such business."

Xiao Yunhai said: "Kerry, I think the Harry Potter series may spread all over the world."

Kerry looked like a madman and said, "you're willing to spend 25 million dollars for a probability that's almost zero. I really don't know what to say to you

Xiao Yunhai said with a smile: "it's a gamble. It's my vision that I gamble. If I win, I will get more than 25 million dollars. If you lose, it doesn't matter. The money is nothing to me

Kerry said, "you are a gambler. As a brother, I can only wish you good luck. "

Xiao Yunhai said, "thank you. Ms. Rowling, I would like to remind you that if you really sell me the copyright of Harry Potter for 25 million dollars, you will not get a cent of it even if you make 250 billion dollars. "

Rowling nodded, "of course I understand. Mr. Xiao, 25 million dollars is a huge sum of money for me and my children, enough to bring us enviable life. Mr. Xiao, are you really going to spend so much money on my novels

In fact, a Harry Potter movie sells for five million dollars, but Rowling just said it casually. She didn't really want to sell so much.

In her mind, if the five Harry Potter movies could sell for 10 million, it would be very good.

However, Xiao Yunhai did not even return the price, so she readily agreed, which made Rowling feel like she was in a dream.

Xiao Yunhai is also very clear in fact, if he deliberately down the price, in the bottom of society Rowling will certainly agree.

However, Xiao Yunhai is not a profit-seeking person. It has been a huge advantage to get five Harry Potter movies with us $25 million.

If Xiao Yunhai wants to continue to depress the price in this case, his conscience will feel bad.

Therefore, Xiao Yunhai agreed.

Ms. Rowling, if you don't hand in $5 million, we'll pay it back right now

Rowling said happily, "if so, that would be great."

Xiao Yunhai said: "Kerry, your company should have lawyers? Let him help to draw up a contract. "

Kerry looked at Xiao Yunhai and said, "I take back the words that you are a good businessman. Also, in my company, please don't tell me what to do

Although Kerry said so, he went out to help Xiao Yunhai find the company lawyer.

Half an hour later, Xiao Yunhai and Rowling signed the agreement, and then Xiao Yunhai borrowed a 25 million check from Kerry and handed it to Rowling.

Rowling took the check, shook hands with Xiao Yunhai and said, "thank you, Mr. Xiao. You have solved my urgent need."

Xiao Yunhai said implicitly: "you are welcome. Maybe I'll thank you in the future

Rowling said with a smile, "that would be great. Mr. Shaw and Mr. Kerry, I need to go home and take care of the children. Goodbye

"Goodbye."

After Rowling left, Kerry said, "Xiao, are you so optimistic about this novel? Seriously, I haven't seen what's good about it after three days of watching it? "

Xiao Yunhai said with a smile: "this is the difference between our writers and you. Kerry, help me find a publishing house. I'm going to promote Harry Potter

Kerry thought about it and said, "there is a crown press in Hollywood, which is very famous in America. The owner of the publishing house is my good friend, Jesse Bryan. His father just died last month, and now he is in charge of the press. "Xiao Yunhai said with a smile, "that's great. In this way, you can help me to make an appointment with him tonight, and I will ask you to have a good time. "

“OK。” Kerry snapped his finger and said, "you're ready to be eaten by us."

At six o'clock in the afternoon, Xiao Yunhai and Kerry walked into a French restaurant.

Kerry's friend Jesse Bryan has been here a long time ago.

After seeing them, Brian came up and said, "Kerry, long time no see."

Kerry hugged him and said with a smile, "I'm sorry we're late. Let me introduce you to you. This is Yunhai Xiao, a big Chinese star. Xiao, this is Brian

They shook hands and Brian said, "nice to meet you."

Xiao Yunhai said politely, "I'm glad to meet you."

After the three sat down, Kerry ordered the most famous foie gras, caviar, sandwiches and red wine.

In less than ten minutes, the waiter brought the things up. Kerry raised his glass and said, "to our friendship."

"Cheers."

After drinking a glass of wine, Brian looked at Xiao Yunhai and said, "Xiao, listen to Kerry. You want to publish a book."

Xiao Yunhai nodded and said, "yes. Its name is Harry Potter and there are five. I think it's very good. It has the potential to spread all over the world. "

Brian said with a smile, "Xiao, it seems that you have great confidence in this book. I don't know which publishing method you choose? Self payment, share or buyout? "

Xiao Yunhai said: "I want to publish at my own expense. But before I publish, I need you to promote me. "

"Our publishing house has the best publicity channels, which are five million dollars, ten million dollars and thirty million dollars. Which one do you want to choose? "

Xiao Yunhai said with a smile: "of course it is the best."

"It's a big deal," Brian said with a smile on his face. Xiao, your choice is absolutely right. Thirty million dollars of publicity is very strong and will cover the whole country. At that time, we will have Harry Potter on the Internet, TV and magazines. But are you sure it will do well? "

Xiao Yunhai said confidently, "of course. We'll print five million copies first, and then we'll print them when they're sold out. "

Kerry, who just had a sip of red wine, almost didn't spray out the red wine when he heard Xiao Yunhai's words.

He pointed to Xiao Yunhai and said, "Xiao, are you kidding? Five million copies? God, this is crazy. I dare say that even the best-selling writers can't sell five million copies. "

Brian also advised: "Xiao, I think we should print 500000 copies first, which is safer."

Xiao Yunhai shook his head and said, "I spent 30 million dollars on publicity. If only 500000 copies were printed, would I have to work so hard? "

"But it's the best way to avoid risk," says Brian. If you can't sell them, five million copies will be smashed into your own hands. "

Xiao Yunhai said: "I firmly believe that Harry Potter will succeed."

"Xiao, you are a crazy guy." Brian shook his head and sighed, "well, the customer is God. I will try my best to meet your requirements. What kind of paper do you want? "

Xiao Yunhai said: "use the best quality."

Brian said, "Xiao, I want to tell you that if you use the best quality paper, five million copies will cost you at least 60 million dollars."

Xiao Yunhai said with a smile: "money is not a problem. It's better to sell it more expensive."

Like previous generations, the United States attaches great importance to the protection of intellectual property rights, so things with copyright are very expensive.

For example, Harry Potter's first Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's stone is not too long. According to the American market, it can sell for at least $30.

If he could sell five million copies and take out the printing costs and royalties, Xiao could make at least 60 million dollars.

Of course, this does not include the publicity fee and Rowling's copyright fee.

Kerry patted himself on the forehead and said, "Shaw, I think I've been a big loser, but compared to you, I find myself a good boy. In just two hours, a hundred million dollars has been wasted, and you are really good. "

Xiao Yunhai said: "Kerry, I firmly believe that the Harry Potter series will sell well."

Kerry said, "you've said that more than ten times. I hope you can do it."

After discussing with Brian about the printing and publishing of Harry Potter, they had a good meal.

Kerry in order to avenge the last time, he ate four pieces of foie gras alone. After drinking more than one bottle of good red wine, Kerry's face turned red.

After dinner, Xiao Yunhai goes to check out.

When he learned that he needed to pay thirty-three thousand dollars, Kerry danced.

Xiao Yun paid the money without changing the color of the sea, patted Kerry on the shoulder and said, "Kerry, can we be a little bit present? It's a shame for MGM to make you such a virtue for 30000 dollars. "With that, Xiao Yunhai left the restaurant with Brian, who had been holding a smile beside him.

Kerry ran after him and called out, "Shaw, I'll kill you."

The next morning, Xiao Yunhai came to crown press with a lawyer.

After finding Brian, we had a more detailed discussion on the issues related to the Harry Potter series, and finally signed a cooperation agreement.

Xiao Yunhai handed the electronic version of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's stone to Brian and said, "this is our first novel and the beginning of our cooperation. Brian, the publicity work is up to you. "

Brian said with a smile, "don't worry, Xiao. I promise that in the next half a month, the name Harry Potter will be heard throughout America. "

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