Chen Qing was angry when he said that the other party was playing dirty tricks. He actually knew that the other party's operations were normal, so he couldn't say that he wouldn't promote them.
But he was still a little angry. Although the other party's series of operations could increase the sales of "Western Tribe", they actually couldn't make much money. It was like performing a set of seven-injury punch, injuring the enemy a thousand times, and then killing himself.
Loss of eight hundred.
Such a large-scale publicity consumes manpower and material resources that cannot be compensated by the extra sales.
"Then we will give up the top spot on the new book sales list?" Chen Qing said unwillingly.
The sales of Zhang Zhong's previous books were very good, but because his personal popularity abroad had not been fully developed before, although the sales were high, he was still far away from winning the annual sales crown.
After the preparation of the previous books, this book "The Snowman" has finally gained momentum. According to this momentum, it is very likely to win the best-selling new book in North America this year. But now that something like this has happened, the best-selling title is on the line.
Zhang Zhong said, "Isn't it only May? There is still more than half of this year. Why are you anxious? Besides, is sales really that important?"
"Of course it's important. Selling the crown can represent so many things." Chen Qing's tone was a little anxious because he felt that Teacher Zhang was too lax.
"It's okay. Let's put this matter aside for now. I was talking about "Xu Sanguan Sells Blood" with Shen Jian and the others. How is it now?" Zhang Zhong said.
Chen Qing adjusted his mood and said, "I have talked with Teacher Shen Jian and Director Guan, and it seems that their funds are not very sufficient."
"Well, I know this, but how much can they pay?"
"Three million, but I estimate that if you grind for a while, it can be improved a bit. Four million shouldn't be a problem." Chen Qing said.
"Three million." Zhang Zhong thought about it for a moment, and then said, "Just give it to them at this price."
"Teacher Zhang, isn't this a bit lacking?" Chen Qing said in surprise.
Zhang Chong smiled and said, "It doesn't matter, just treat it as a favor. Maybe we will need their help in the future."
After Shen Jian went back last time, Zhang Zhong first watched "Dinner in the Wind" directed by Guan Bao. It was indeed a very high-quality and very personal film.
So Zhang Zhong felt relieved when he handed over "Xu Sanguan's Story of Selling Blood" to him.
Moreover, establishing a good relationship with such a young director in advance will make it easier to collaborate in the future.
Although the company Chen Qing is currently managing only deals with copyright and publishing channels for the time being, it may be involved in film and television in the future. When Zhang Zhong has any movies he wants to make, he can just bring them over.
Now that Zhang Zhong has made a decision, Chen Qing did not comment anymore and nodded, "Okay, I will finalize the matter with them later."
"Well, it's better to just do it without any favors."
Chen Qing smiled and said, "Teacher Zhang, don't worry, I still have this sense of propriety."
…
Chen Qing was very efficient. After talking to Zhang Zhong on the phone, he directly called Shen Jian.
Shen Jian was rehearsing a play when he received a call from Chen Qing.
He has deliberately cut down on his announcements recently, so he is filming dramas whenever he has time. He also wants to hone his acting skills before "Xu Sanguan Sells Blood" is not filmed.
Shen Jian looked happy when he saw the call from Chen Qing.
Chen Qing is not an easy person to deal with. The three million they quoted before was almost reaching their limit, but Chen Qing was obviously very dissatisfied with this price.
For this reason, Shen Jian called Chen Qing several times in the past few days to discuss it, but Chen Qing never let go.
Now that the other party has taken the initiative to call me, there should be a turn for the better.
Sure enough, after the call was connected, Chen Qing said with a smile, "Mr. Shen, congratulations. Just now, Teacher Zhang called me and said that he agreed with your quotation. When you have time, we can sign the contract."
"We have time at any time." Shen Jian said excitedly, "Then I will contact Guan Bao and finalize the contract today?"
"Okay, there is no problem with our company."
"Okay, okay, Guan Bao and I will go to your company in an hour."
"Well, then I will wait for you two at the company."
After turning off the phone, Shen Jian clenched his fists, his face flushed with excitement.
He glanced at the actors who were rehearsing the drama, waved his hand and said, "That's it for today. Everyone has had a hard time these days. Let's go back and rest."
After saying that, he walked out and dialed Guan Bao's phone, "Hey, Guan Bao, let me tell you something..."
The actors in the drama troupe looked at each other in shock when they saw Shen Jian leaving in such a hurry, and then let out a cheer.
"Teacher Shen finally stopped."
"Yeah, it's been a lot of trouble for us these past few days."
"Well, I don't know what's wrong with him these days. He keeps a straight face every day and trains us hard."
"Looking at the situation, his previous matter has been resolved."
"Anyway, we are free, hehe."
The actors were not happy for a while, but Shen Jian ran back and said, "Everyone go back and adjust your condition. We will continue tomorrow."
"Ah, come again."
How did they know that the reason why Shen Jian was rehearsing the play desperately was not because he was in a bad mood, but just because he wanted them to practice acting with him.
After Shen Jian finished talking to Guan Bao on the phone, he drove out.
Guan Bao is from Modu, but now he is in Jiangyang.
He also arrived in Jiangyang at noon today. The purpose was to interview Chen Qing and strive to get the film and television adaptation rights of "Xu Sanguan Sells Blood" as soon as possible.
What Guan Bao didn't expect was that he received a good news call from Shen Jian just after he arrived at the hotel.
Guan Bao, who was young and always liked to act mature, couldn't hold back after hearing such good news and jumped up in the hotel lobby.
The waiter was applying for a room key card for him, but he was startled when he suddenly jumped up.
I'm afraid this person is not a psychopath.
…
Zhang Zhong didn't know how happy Shen Jian and the others were. For him, the ownership of the film and television adaptation rights of "Xu Sanguan Sells Blood" was just a matter of one sentence.
All his thoughts were now focused on his daughter's long black hair.
This girl is too demanding.
"Dad, this doesn't look good. It makes my forehead look so big."
"This won't work, the whip is too thick."
"Blue rubber bands look better, red ones are too ugly."
…
This won't work, that won't work either. Zhang Zhong wanted to throw the rubber band and comb on the table and give up.
He feels that sometimes it is not a good thing for children to have independent aesthetics too early, as they are too difficult to take care of.
In the end, a pigtail was tied for more than an hour. It is not accurate to say that it was done by Zhang Zhong. It was completely directed by Peng Peng. He was like a puppet on strings. He did whatever his daughter said.