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"When is this network technology expected to be launched?" Out of the Zheru R&D Center, Ted. Turner returned the identification card to Tang Huan and inquired casually.

"As you can see, there is no problem with the laboratory model, and I believe that in another year or two, it should have a commercial foundation." Tang Huan's tone was full of confidence, "Today's communications executives are either encouraging users to rent an extra line dedicated to data transmission, or they are obsessed with the latest ISDN - Integrated Services Digital Network. As a result, we are undoubtedly at the forefront of this area. ”

"Frankly, the technology here is a test of my imagination." Ted. Turner laughed happily, then frowned slightly, "The boss of the Met, John. Kruger was cunning, and seeing that Murdoch and I were both imperative, he became more and more disgusting to wait and sell. ”

"You know, as the media says, just get this deal done, John. Kruger may be among the top three on the Forbes list of the 400 richest people in the United States, and of course he will find a way to maximize his profits. Tang Huan just smiled faintly, "We should be glad that John. Kruger's sincerity in selling MetMedia's cable network is true, after all, some things really have no price. ”

"Then we must also take the initiative at the negotiating table, lest John . . . Kruger thought he had really eaten us. "Ted. Turner groaned as he pondered what to do.

"You have to start with Murdoch, as long as it loses its ability to compete. Kruger's wait-and-sell has one less support point. Tang Huan said leisurely, as if he had already made a bamboo in his chest.

"Tell me what you can do." Ted's eyes lit up. Turner. Urging in a loud voice.

"Both sides of the competition for the Metropolitan Media. You and I stand together. And Murdoch also has an ally. Tang Huan prompted.

"You mean Malvern. Davis? "Ted. Turner asked rhetorically without thinking.

"This is the man." Tang Huan had an inexplicable smile in his eyes, "In this way, you continue to talk to John. Kruger, as well as Murdoch around, I'll meet Malvern. Davis, after all, I've been to his Pebble Beach golf course a lot, and it's kind of a ready basis for conversation. ”

"Alright, I'll wait for you to draw your salary." Ted, refreshed. Turner. Nod yes.

……

After Tang Huan returned to San Francisco, the first person he met was Ted. Turner. After all, if you want to use billions of dollars until now, anyone will be a little restless, and the other party will also be apprehensive.

Put Ted. After Turner comforted and sent him away, Tang Huan was invited to attend a special joint banquet of several Chinese food industry associations in California.

Aunt Tang Yun used to have several restaurants under her name before, but during the time she lived in Singapore, the old lady spent all her energy on taking care of Lin Fengjiao and a pair of grandchildren, and had no intention of managing them, so she basically transferred them. But Mr. Tang remains in close contact with those in the industry. The recent passage of several local bills that are conducive to the development of the Chinese food industry is the best testimony.

On the other hand, it is also indicated. In the California-wide elections, the enthusiasm of Chinese participation began to increase, and a rope was formed, which was no longer dispensable.

Since Tang Huan was involved in the election of California state senators and state representatives to support the sidelines, which in turn attracted attacks from political opponents, it became clear that the beneficiaries of the bill, such as the Chinese food industry, should naturally express their hearts and condolences.

Among them, there are many brave and ruthless people, patting their chests and petitioning, "Mr. Tang, these guys dare to calculate you, I'll find someone to cut them." ”

"Not necessarily." Tang Huan picked up his wine glass and gestured, "Your intentions are under the order, but I still understand the rules of the game of politicians, so naturally there is a way to deal with it, so you should concentrate on making money peacefully." ”

"Mr. Tang, if you have something to order, we people will not hesitate to go up the knife mountain and get off the oil pot. If you do run for the House of Representatives, we will not only vote for it, but also mobilize those around you to do the same. ”

"Well, it's just an inexplicable rumor, and I'm not a politician yet." Tang Huan waved his hand with a smile.

……

Both of these activities were conducted in private. But in the next trip, Tang Huan could no longer escape the tracking of reporters.

In his busy schedule, Tang Huan specially attended the commemorative event held by EA for little Betty. The little girl he met at Treasure Hospital last year ended up dying with leukemia.

The more he stood on a high place, the more Tang Huan could perceive some of the true meanings that seemed to be taken for granted and taken for granted.

He said very sincerely: "Little Betty's tenacious will to fight against the disease, and the spirit of helping others by donating corneas, are worth learning from. Betty Jr. was particularly fond of the Monopoly game during her lifetime, and EA deliberately added an NPC named Betty to the world of Monopoly to commemorate this little hero in the ordinary world. I hope everyone can always remember Betty as an ordinary and extraordinary friend. ”

The event was quite solemn, and both real-life people and players in the EA community participated in it with a religious attitude.

But after Tang Huan came out of the event site, the worldly disturbances were still coming to him, and the reporters who had been waiting outside for a long time tried to rush forward and throw out all kinds of questions that had been planned for a long time.

Tang Huan didn't have time to take care of these ordinary reporters, and PR consultant Regis? McKenna has reminded him more than once to reserve his precious interview opportunities exclusively for heavyweights such as Time magazine.

……

In addition to the advice provided by the PR team, the legal team is also actively contributing, including consultant Hillary Clinton.

Since Tang Huan met Hillary Clinton, a director at Walmart, the Clinton couple has visited San Francisco a lot and received a considerable amount of sales revenue from Tang Wenmao, who was responsible for acquiring the cellular phone license.

In addition, in order to support the two political stars in their work as governor of Arkansas, Tang Huan also let his company start a computer business there.

In fact, Americans today basically believe it. There is a deviation in the age of your entry. After all, this topic of public opinion has been bombarded at least three times. Even if it's fake, it's going to be real. "Hillary Clinton analyzed the current situation for Tang Huan very directly.

"In order to get an entry permit as soon as possible, I did hide my age, not political asylum." Tang Huan nodded.

In private, he had already spoken about it formally with people he trusted, and now there was one more.

"I've seen newspaper pictures of you in 1976, and I have to say you looked very thin back then. Quite deceptive. Hillary smiled and shrugged her shoulders, "But that's all, everyone has to face the reality in the end, I believe that no one will insist on driving the richest man in the United States away because of this little episode." On the contrary, this small flaw will make you seem more real, after all, your amazing talent has made you too perfect and mysterious. ”

Speaking of which, Hillary Clinton added earnestly, "Of course, your plan to run for the House of Representatives." It will also be difficult to achieve because of this small flaw. ”

"You believe this rumor, too." Tang Huan shook his head with a smile, "But how to say it." This storm of public opinion really affected me, and as the most unscrupulous of the media, the New York Post, I very much wanted to kill it like a bedbug, so that I could breathe a bad breath. ”

"I advise you to save your energy." Hillary Clinton hurriedly waved her hand, "Compared with the San Francisco Observer of the Hearst Group, which was hit hard before, the media status of the New York Post is not the same. You know, it has its own seat in the White House press room. ”

"I can find a way to get the New York Post to lose that position." Tang Huan said lightly.

"I'm sure you have this energy, but then?" Hillary's face turned serious, "It's completely foreseeable that all the media will attack you at that time, because in their opinion, you are hindering the most important freedom of speech." ”

"Since even you, the expert, think so, then I'll give up on this idea." Tang Huan sighed softly.

"Don, I hope you can really listen to my advice." Hilary smiled, "After all, I don't want to lose your generous client." ”

"Don't worry, I've always been calm and good." Tang Huan got up and paced back and forth a few steps, "Ignore the noise for the time being, I'm going to go to Pebble Beach Golf Course to relax, will you and Bill go?" ”

"The two of us are on official business, so I won't accompany you." Hillary Clinton shook her head.

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Tang Huan went to Pebble Beach Golf Course to relax just under the guise of meeting the owner of the place, Malvin. Davis is the real thing, and he is currently interested in buying Metropolis Media's cable network in conjunction with Murdoch.

"It's still the richest man in the United States, Barry. Diller's departure from Paramount is almost a foregone conclusion, and I intend to bring him in at the helm of 20th Century Fox, but he'd rather go to Turner Broadcasting, which you support. "As soon as we met, Malvin. Davis laughed and poured bitter water, a far cry from Murdoch's undisguised hostility.

"20th Century Fox is full of talent, since 1981 under your umbrella, from that year's "Cannonball Speed" to last year's "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi", and even this year's "Babel Boy Pretty Baby", at least one hit movie will be released every year that has hit the box office in North America. Should Diller be CEO? Tang Huan shook his head with a smile.

"But I can't compare to you." Malvern. Davis made no secret of his envy, "We both entered Hollywood in 1981, and I controlled 20th Century Fox with more than double the price you paid for United States, but now look at who makes more money?" ”

"The Pebble Beach golf course in the 20th Century Fox name, and the ski company, are still very interesting." Tang Huan looked at the beautiful scenery outside the window and said lightly: "If your interest in 20th Century Fox has faded, you might as well consider selling it to me." ”

This unexpected remark made the reception room fall silent all of a sudden. After a while, Malvin. Davis swallowed a mouthful of saliva, still unabated, and asked, "Don, you're not kidding me, are you?" ”

"If you don't want to sell 20th Century Fox, it's a joke; Instead, it's a transaction. Tang Huan glanced at the other party with a smile.

"Don, you bought a lot of Warner stock last year, which seriously threatened Steve. Ross's control, but in the end, it wasn't forced by antitrust pressure to sell these stocks? "Malvern. Davis stared suspiciously into Tang Huan's eyes, trying to find out his true intentions.

"At this stage, can the status of Fox in Hollywood in the 20th century be comparable to Warner?" After Tang Huan asked lightly, he raised his hand and pointed out the window, "Moreover, my interest is mainly in this historic golf course." ”

"And how are you going to make a quote?" Malvern. Davis's eyes looked at Tang Huan warmly.

Guy knew that the young man in front of him was not bad for money, and John of the Metropolitan Media. Kruger, seeing that he is about to get more than $3 billion from the other party, and then squeeze into the top of the list of the richest people in the United States, it would be too fake to say that he is not envious.

"It depends on how many shares you're willing to sell." Meeting the other party's gaze, Tang Huan winked playfully.

"I think it comes down to what you offer." Malvern. Davis slyly kicked the ball over again.

"As far as I know, in 1981, you and Mark. Rich teamed up to buy 20th Century Fox. However, at the moment Mark. Richie is on the run, believing that his stake has fallen into your hands at a low price. Tang Huan said quietly, while paying attention to the other party's expression to confirm his guess.

Mark. Richie is an eight-faced international trade businessman, to use the buzzword of reform and opening up China, that is, a super bad man. He has extremely close ties with countries in the Middle East, such as Iran, and is not even affected by regime change.

Back in the 1970s, when the world energy crisis occurred, Mark. Rich bought oil from Iran and shipped it to the United States to sell it at a high price, making a lot of money.

After the outbreak of the Iranian hostage crisis in 1979, the United States began to impose sanctions on Iran. Richie, who is still able to get oil from Iran, continues to buy and sell.

At this time, the US government got angry and decided to clean up the uninformed Mark. Richie, so last year launched a series of lawsuits against him for tax evasion, and the old man fled to Switzerland, and the industry on the American side was also abandoned.

See Malvern. Davis didn't refute, and Tang Huan said slowly: "Mark. I paid $250 million for this part of Richie's shares. But on one condition, you withdraw from the plan to jointly acquire Metropolis Media with Murdoch. ”

Malvern. Daviston narrowed his eyes, and said in his heart that Tang Huan, a well-known nouveau riche, was really good at wishful thinking. (To be continued.) )