This time, Xiao Yunhai didn't want to work with them for the publication of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. But even if he changed a few more companies, this kind of thing could still happen.
So, Xiao Yunhai changed his mind and asked Jesse to tell the four major publishing houses that other than America and Hua Xia, he could license Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets to them for publication in other places.
However, this time he had to publish at his own expense, and the profit would be at least 80%.
If the four major publishing houses agreed, Xiao Yunhai would take some precautions. In addition to sending people to keep an eye on them, he would also ask some people to help in the dark.
If a problem occurred again, and Xiao Yunhai obtained the evidence, they wouldn't be able to bear the consequences. It could be considered as revenge for the previous incident.
Of course, if they didn't agree, he would have to find another publishing house.
Jesse didn't know about this. He smiled and said, "No problem. Although 80% of the profit is a bit much, Harry Potter is worth the price. "
As the movie was released worldwide, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone sold more than 40 million copies in a short month. The total sales reached 130 million copies, and it became the best-selling novel in the past 20 years.
If Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets could achieve this, then the four major publishing houses could sell at least 60 million copies in the regions they were responsible for. According to the average profit of 12 US dollars, the four major publishing houses took 20%, which was 150 million US dollars.
Over the years, only a few novels had been able to earn so much money.
Xiao Yunhai narrowed his eyes and said meaningfully, "I hope they can be satisfied."
At ten o 'clock the next morning, Jesse brought him good news. He said that the four major publishing houses had agreed to all the conditions.
Xiao Yunhai wasn't surprised. 150 million US dollars of profit wasn't something they could give up easily. Xiao Yunhai even thought that if the profit was reduced by 10%, they would probably agree.
In the afternoon, Xiao Yunhai brought his lawyer to Crown Publishing and signed the contract with the other party's representative.
After the other party left, Xiao Yunhai smiled and said to Jesse, "Let's sign one too."
Jesse said happily, "Of course. Xiao, I'm really grateful that you're giving Harry Potter to Crown. "
Xiao Yunhai said, "We are friends, why are you being so courteous? You know that I don't really care about money, or else I wouldn't have continued working with MGM Grand. How about this? Get someone to draw up a contract. Similarly, you'll have to pay your own expenses, and I'll give you 75% of the profits. "
Jesse said, "Xiao, you're too generous. If those publishers find out about this, they'll probably go crazy. "
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "Jesse, you've helped me so much. This 5% is my thanks."
Jesse said gratefully, "Xiao, it's my honor to know a friend like you. Next, I'm going to go all out. "
After settling the issue of the publication of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Xiao Yunhai stayed in his manor. While waiting for the approval of Inception, he found someone to build a recording studio at home.
In America, money always made the world go round. Xiao Yunhai used only two days to renovate a bedroom of more than 100 square meters into a super luxurious recording studio.
The microphones, speakers, controllers, and other recording equipment were all of the best quality that Xiao Yunhai had ordered.
Of course, the cost was not small. It was a total of 30 million dollars.
When Zhao Wanqing learned of the situation, she scolded, "Hubby, do you know that you're a prodigal?"
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "I can't help it. Who asked me to be rich? Honey, have you finished recording the first episode? How's the result? "
Zhao Wanqing said proudly, "Of course it's first place."
Xiao Yunhai was stunned. He deliberately teased her and said, "Really? What's wrong with Jiangsu TV? The singers they hired are too lousy. You actually got first place? "
Zhao Wanqing said angrily, "Xiao Yunhai, what do you mean? Can't I get first place? "
Xiao Yunhai laughed and said, "Of course, I was just joking with you. However, let me remind you. Although you got first place in the first round, it doesn't mean that you're better than the others. Don't be careless. "
Zhao Wanqing said angrily, "I know. Because this is the first round, popularity is a big part of the reason. The next round is the real showdown. To be honest, I don't have the slightest confidence to beat them. "
Xiao Yunhai asked, "Who are the other singers? Tell me about them. "
Zhao Wanqing said, "The other 12 singers are very good. Your old friends Shen Xiangquan and Li Xugang, Lin Yuying from Tianhua Media, Cheng Qiandong, Hua Xia's senior musician Hu Guang, Merica's A-list female singer Mace, Rick, South Korea's singing and dancing master Zheng Shaoji, Japan's Queen of Sweet Songs, Ishii Keiko, and even Cai Pingya and the Heavenly King of the music industry, Hou Xu are here. "
"These are just the first singers. I heard that the substitute singers are also the best of the best. There are many Heavenly Kings and Queens among them. To be honest, I'm getting less and less confident now. "
Xiao Yunhai said with a smile, "All the opponents are paper tigers. You just need to sing your own song step by step. You don't need to care about others. "
Zhao Wanqing grunted and said, "I know. There's one more thing, that is … Forget it, I'll solve it myself. "
Xiao Yunhai said with a smile, "What is it? Why are you keeping it a secret from me? "
Zhao Wanqing said, "Nothing. Honey, I want to go to Los Angeles tomorrow and experience our super luxurious recording studio. "
Xiao Yunhai asked, "It won't delay your competition, will it?"
Zhao Wanqing said, "No. The next recording is in a week. "
Xiao Yunhai said happily, "That's great. Remember to call me in advance. I'll pick you up at the airport. "
Zhao Wanqing said, "No problem."
After putting down the phone, the smile on Xiao Yunhai's face disappeared instantly. Thinking of Zhao Wanqing's hesitation just now, Xiao Yunhai knew that she must be hiding something from him.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yunhai immediately called Mo Yina.
"Sister Mo, did Wan Qing's participation in the 'Night of Singers' go smoothly?"
Mo Yina said, "It went smoothly. We won first place. Well, it's just … "
"Just what?" Xiao Yunhai asked.
Mo Yina said, "It's just that some people are not very friendly to Wan Qing. During the recording, everyone was talking and laughing. But in private, Li Xugang, Zheng Shaoji and the others are very repulsed by Wan Qing. Especially the Japanese female singer called Ishii Keiko. She even speaks with sarcasm. The problem is that we didn't offend her at all. It's ridiculous. "
The moment Xiao Yunhai heard, he furrowed his brows and said, "In this case, Wanqing was isolated by people?"
"That's not it." Mo Yina said, "Cai Pingya, Hou Xu, Mace and Rick from the United States are very close to Wan Qing. The 13 singers seem to be divided into three groups. Wan Qing's group, Li Xugang's group, and the middle group. "
Xiao Yunhai sneered and said, "This competition is quite interesting. It's very lively on and off the stage. Sister Mo, you have to be careful. Don't let Wan Qing be wronged. "
Mo Yina smiled and said, "Don't worry. Wan Qing may be gentle in front of you, but in front of others, she's not someone who will not fight back when she's bullied. That Ishii Keiko was looking for trouble and was taught a lesson by Wan Qing. She was almost angered to death. "
Xiao Yunhai said, "That's good. Sister Mo, if Wan Qing has anything special in the future, let me know. The entertainment circle is treacherous. I'm afraid that she will accidentally fall into someone's trap. "
Mo Yina said, "Don't worry, I understand. Sigh, Wan Qing is really lucky to have a husband like you. "
Xiao Yunhai laughed and said, "It should be said that I'm lucky to be able to marry her."
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