Broken air conditioner?

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

With such a clumsy excuse, even a junior agent who has just been in the industry for a year or two can sniff out that something is wrong, let alone an old fox like Andy? It is not uncommon for the air conditioner in the conference room to be broken, and it is not unusual for a meeting to be held in this conference room even though the air conditioner is broken, but there is no countermeasure.

As one of Hollywood's top six major film companies, Universal Pictures has repeatedly accompanied the last seat in recent years, and the results have never improved, but Lionsgate has still not been able to achieve overtaking, this is the background, more than half a century of precipitation and accumulation, is still one of the giants, how can they not even have a conference room with normal air conditioning?

Obviously, this is the dismount, and it is not a dismount without any cover-up, and it is clear that it is a hard slap in the face of Andy.

But why?

To clarify the rumors that have been circulating in the recent past? Or to avoid the excitement that has been pursued by the media lately? Or to emphasize the dispensable attitude of Universal Pictures towards contract renewal? Or is it to lower Andy's expectations and take the initiative in the salary negotiation for the contract renewal, suggesting that Andy should not open his mouth widely? Or is there other potential and unknown reason?

But no matter what the reason, it is too clumsy and too direct to get off the horse like this, not to mention that the two sides are now in a state of cooperation honeymoon period, even if they turn their faces and deny others, such methods are too naïve. Such a move is more like a malicious revenge for personal vendettas, but who is it?

Vin Diesel, Christian Wagner, Fisher Morgan, or Ron Meyer?

The reasons behind the hiding can be investigated slowly, and the important thing is the attitude of his response now. Of course, Andy couldn't swallow his anger and just stupidly enter the conference room and wait, but if the reaction was too violent, it could tear his face apart.

Andy is not worried about tearing his face, anyway, the innovative artist agency will come forward to reach a settlement with Universal Pictures, which is not a problem, the point is, can tearing his face achieve the goal? If not, then Andy does not plan to become a circus clown.

In a flash of light, Andy had already finished thinking and said to the little assistant next to him with a smile, "Excuse me, where is Michael-Fottrell's office?"

Michael Fordry, the deputy general manager of production at Universal Pictures, has personally created the "Fast & Thrilling" series, the "Die Hard" series, and more.

However, his ability does not lie in the production, and the works that have suffered fiascos such as "Catwoman" and "Underworld Police Department" are also from him, and his real ability lies in management. More often, he exists as a leader, and then produces under the name of a nominee, in fact, he rarely goes to the set, and he did not show up for the whole filming of "Fast and Thrill/Emotion 5". It can be said that he is a real power figure, not a practical person.

The development of the follow-up series of "Fast & Thrill" must be decided by Michael, who can communicate directly with the CEO of Universal Pictures, Ron Meyer, whether to set up the project, how to prepare the team, budget costs, and so on. After Michael's pass, Neil H. Moretz will appear on the stage to further implement and execute.

It can be understood that Michael is affiliated with Universal Pictures, he is part of Universal Pictures, while Neil is not, he is a producer, in the same position as director and actor, in addition to Universal Pictures, he also has many projects with other studios, but thanks to the success of the "Fast and Thrill/Emotional" series, he has a closer relationship with Universal Pictures.

At today's meeting, it is not known who the head of Universal Pictures is, but Andy directly skips those potential candidates and points to Michael Fordry.

The little assistant was immediately frightened. Obviously, he was just a minion who had followed orders and had no idea what to do with such a thing, "Uh, well, Mr. Fordry's office...... I, I don't know. ”

"Then I can ask a clear person. The amiable smile on Andy's face, like a spring breeze, made people feel kind and friendly, but the words were unyielding, and there was no compromise at all.

Andy stepped over the assistant's shoulder and began to search the floor for other figures. Although the assistant was still extremely flustered, he still steadied his position a little, cheered up, and said calmly, "Mr. Rogers, can you please wait in the conference room? Mr. Fortley is currently in another meeting, and he will be over in a moment." ”

Andy smiled and closed his jaw, as if he had been persuaded by such a statement, which made the little assistant's hanging heart slowly fall back into his chest, but the next second, he heard Andy say, "My schedule today is also very urgent, I just rushed over and told Michael that I hope this meeting can be rescheduled to show sincerity." So, can I leave a message for you to convey on my behalf? Or do you need me to leave a post-it note and convey it directly to Michael?"

Universal Pictures' slap has already been thrown in the face, how can Andy swallow his anger. Regarding the salary, about the next cooperation, he hasn't even had time to put forward his ideas, let alone the lion has opened his mouth, and the other party can't wait to show his power, no matter what the reason, Andy can't accept it softly and weakly.

Andy believes that even if he misses "Fast & Excitement 6", Lan Li will definitely not mind. Therefore, it is still unknown whose hands the advantage is. Universal Pictures is so proud right now, it's really a little difficult to see the form.

Andy is even more curious about who is behind this matter. So stupid, not at all like the style of the old fox of Ron Meyer.

The assistant didn't expect Andy's strategy at all, and after calming down, he was stunned, blinked and looked at Andy, not knowing what to do for a while - if Andy really left, would his job be considered a mess?

"If you don't need me to leave a post-it note, then I'll just leave. Andy didn't have any intention of sympathizing with the innocent little assistant, pointed in the direction of the elevator, and said with a smile.

In the end, the little assistant gritted his teeth and persevered, without changing his words, "Can you please leave a message written by yourself?" he said with a smile, but the smile was terrifyingly stiff.

After leaving the message, Andy didn't stop and turned away. Standing at the entrance of the elevator, waiting for a while, the elevator swayed up, Andy's mind gradually calmed down, and the air conditioning in the room made his brain start working again. Universal Pictures' attitude today is really intriguing, and he must inquire about the news and make many preparations after he goes back.

The elevator door closed slowly, and then I heard the heart-rending shout, "Mr. Rogers, Mr. Rogers!" A figure sprinted over, grabbed the elevator door tightly, and said breathlessly, "Sir, please stay, Mr. Fredge's meeting is over." ”

Andy had already taken out his mobile phone in his hand, was flipping through the address book, raised his head to look at the little assistant in front of him, and said with a smile, "But I do have something to do today, as for the rescheduling of the meeting, my assistant will contact further, and then we will look at the time." "He's not an employee of Universal Pictures, and he's always coming and going.

Looking at Andy, who was smiling but unswerving, the little assistant wanted to cry. Fortunately, the main lord has finally arrived.

In the distance, Michael Forterey and Neil H. Moretz walked forward and backward, stepping on unhurried and calm steps, both of them with bright smiles on their faces, and walked towards Andy head-on.

Andy also smiled, preemptively, "I guess you received my message." It's really rude, I hope I didn't interrupt your meeting just now. He was so calm and composed, as if the dismount had never happened, and that he was really just passing by.

"Our meeting has just ended. Neil took the initiative to pick up the topic, "The meeting on 'Speed & Excitement' took a little longer than expected. A simple sentence explained, "What, you're leaving now?"

"My brother will be arriving in Los Angeles this afternoon, and my mother has told me to be there for the reception. I had confirmed this two weeks ago, but unfortunately my assistant forgot to confirm it, so I scheduled the meeting for this afternoon. It was my fault, so on the way to the airport, I decided to come over in person to apologize. Andy said calmly, and even told the ins and outs, with a clear eye.

"Family is always the most important thing. Neil laughed heartily, "Still, before we head to the airport, I don't know if you'll have thirty minutes for us to sit down and have a good talk." Even if your brother arrives at the airport, you will still be able to meet him on time. That way, we allow you to turn on your phone and make sure he can reach you as soon as possible so you don't miss it. After saying that, Neil also blinked, as if he had established a tacit understanding with Andy.

Immediately, Neil didn't give Andy a chance to refuse, turned around and introduced Michael, and introduced the two people, Michael sent out an invitation again, saying that this meeting was only a preliminary exchange of views and could end soon. Andy didn't continue to be hypocritical, and agreed to it.

The group walked straight to the conference room - the conference room where the air conditioning was broken just now, and after entering, Michael realized that the air conditioning was broken, and hurriedly invited Andy and Neil to his office, as if he really didn't know anything. At this point, the air conditioning incident has come to an end for the time being, and at least on the surface, everything has been reasonably explained.

But, is that really the case?