Although the contact has not been for a long time, Tang Huan has already learned from Yuri? Brezhnev saw a different style of elite and a sense of privilege.

But everything changes, the trick of dealing with is, in the final analysis, the consensus of interests and the establishment of personal friendships, Tang Huan wants to achieve the point of being good at dancing with long sleeves, it is not difficult.

Fluent Russian, bold Volga drinks, spicy social skills, quick thinking, billionaire status......

As the saying goes, it's better to be famous than to meet, Yuri? Brezhnev was here with Tang Huan, but he saw too many accidents.

On the basis of language alone, he had reason to believe that by winning over the young man in front of him, who was extremely energetic and had a complicated background, he would be able to make the Soviet Union have one more friendly friend in the international community.

As the dinner progressed, the tacit understanding between the two sides became more and more obvious, and the speech became more casual.

Like Yuri? Brezhnev mentioned the incident that was not easy to open his mouth during the day, "Don, we have developed our own model in imitation of a generation of Fangyuan computers, and it stands to reason that it should be able to be well compatible with Zheru software, but why is it not the same in fact?" ”

"I don't know if you're talking about normally authorized Zheru software or unauthorized Zheru software?" Tang Huan quipped.

"The former is doing better, the latter is unacceptably worse." Yuri? Brezhnev deliberately skipped the word "authorized" and answered lightly.

Tang Huan nodded, "Then I'll give you a formal and authoritative reply, one." The compatibility of your products is not as high as you think, and furthermore, when Zheru software uses the underlying hardware resources. There are some special tricks that unauthorized software will certainly be modified at the binary code level in order to bypass authorization detection, and this process will most likely break the normal code logic. ”

"Our engineers are analytic as well." Yuri? Brezhnev had an unsurprising look on his face, "So, can Zheru Software modify our products?" ”

"Well. It's very embarrassing. Tang Huan snorted haha.

Greedy little fox, Yuri? Brezhnev sighed in annoyance after a remark. "This project does not consume a lot of resources, and now it has fallen into a situation where it is not up or down, and it is difficult to end it."

"Now that you've built your hardware platform, let's move on to developing the application software." Tang Huan gave a reasonable suggestion.

Yuri? Brezhnev did not say anything. Instead, he raised his glass and poured a sip of stuffy wine. There are some things that are naturally not enough for outsiders either.

Although the project to develop a compatible generation of Fangyuan computers was considered successful and praised by relevant parties, the lack of application software is an indisputable fact.

Compared with the higher cost than the genuine generation of Fangyuan computers, it can be simply and rudely apportioned through the planned economic system, and this problem is more tricky.

If you want to continue to maintain competitiveness, you have to follow the routine of Zheru Software and further invest resources to continue research and development. But it can't be like imitating hardware, and it's a one-shot deal.

Because of the speed of Zheru software update. It's a real headache, and every new version has enough good reasons to convince users to use it.

Obviously, this will be a protracted war, and those on the Soviet side who have already gained honor or other capital have retreated, openly and secretly saying that since they are compatible, it is better to find a way to use Zheru's ready-made products.

This task went around and around, and the Ministry of Foreign Trade had to come forward to solve it, and then there was Yuri in the end? Brezhnev's personal outing.

The eldest prince is not as beautiful as the outside world sees, his father's health is not optimistic, especially in the last two years, his power has actually been hollowed out, and those who know the inside story know in their hearts that the Soviet Union will soon have a change of power.

Naturally, the dimming of the aura of the first family and the disappearance of privileges.

Yuri, who had a premonition? Brezhnev, if he doesn't want to be left in this fat shortage when he is not yet 50 years old, then he has to go back to maintain the results of the reasonable negotiations.

But the success or failure of this project to develop a generation of compatible Radius computers, and Yuri? Brezhnev doesn't matter, since Tang Huan is unwilling to wipe his ass on this platform, it is also a matter of course, and he just puts all his energy on bargaining and negotiating.

After a moment of silence, Yuri? Brezhnev said slowly: "In this way, the scope of your business in Moscow can be expanded to include video recorders and videotapes, but you must be prepared in your heart, and the content of the publication of videotapes will definitely be heavily censored." In addition, the movie thing is really difficult to do, I can only express my attitude, it depends on the specific situation at the time. ”

See Yuri? Brezhnev summed it up like this, only this little oil and water can be squeezed, and Tang Huan can't help but be disappointed.

He had no choice but to think widely, for the sake of the future harvest, he should first endure the current losses.

Fortunately, software is a product with a wonderful profit attribute, some stages have extremely high investment, and some stages are profitable, and the cost is even only one floppy disk.

Zheru Software is currently in an era of profiteering, and in terms of global proportion, the Soviet Union's share is limited, no matter how much it is lost, the cost of Russian localization and the like can still be recovered.

"Okay, I'll go back and revise the plan overnight, and try to get an acceptable result for both sides tomorrow." Tang Huan did not drag his feet and responded on the spot, which also meant that the dinner party had entered the final stage.

……

By the next day, Yuri? Brezhnev saw Tang Huan's so-called adjusted plan, and the offer was again lowered by five percent.

Yes, such a result of the negotiation can be taken back with dignity, Yuri? Brezhnev nodded in secret satisfaction.

But when Yuri? After Brezhnev's gaze swept over an inconspicuous text, he couldn't help but cry and laugh.

"Tang, I remember that after the initial purchase of the database product, it comes with half a year of free service. How did it now become a 15-day limited consultation? "Yuri? Brezhnev deliberately pointed to this text to Tang Huan.

"Let's understand each other, since we have greatly reduced the price, it is natural to properly control the cost." Tang Huan spread his hands.

Yuri? Brezhnev's lips moved. But after thinking about it for a while, I held back.

Forget it, anyway, the other party has already reduced the price, and the magnitude has exceeded the expectations before coming, which is enough to save face and go back and explain.

As for the shrinkage of after-sales service, let others have a headache, and I don't want to worry about such trivial matters anymore. Fight with this cunning little fox.

"Actually, if you need more technical services, you can negotiate the purchase." Tang Huan added with a smile. "If you allow me to open the Zheru Software Certification and Training Center, this service can be fully undertaken by the Soviet Union itself, and it can be regarded as an increase in employment opportunities."

Obviously, after yesterday's dinner. Tang Huan did not revise the plan overnight. It's about how I can reap some more benefits.

Just as Coca-Cola vending machines, McDonald's, KFC and Walmart branches appeared all over the world, as long as there is such a shadow, then the influence will also extend there. In Tang Huan's view, the Zheru Software Certification and Training Center also plays such a role, and has just taken root in the UK recently.

As long as the Zheru Software Certification and Training Center opens up the situation, it has even become the standard for enterprises to hire employees. Then all the people involved will be believers in their own products.

"This Zheru Software Certification and Training Center. Is it possible to have a technical exchange? "After hearing this proposal, Yuri? Brezhnev's eyes lit up and gave a look that meant "you know".

"I'm sorry, but there are some risks I can't take it. Therefore, I only sell products, I do not export technology. The function of the Philip Software Certification and Training Center is only to teach users how to use our products more efficiently. ”

Tang Huan shook his head decisively, and then laughed, "Of course, if some of your technical geniuses get any inspiration from this process, it has nothing to do with us. ”

Yuri? Brezhnev thought for a while, and finally muttered to himself, "It seems that this Zheru Software Certification and Training Center can have ......"

……

Although according to the historical trajectory, Yuri? Brezhnev's aura as the eldest prince will dissipate by the end of next year, but Tang Huan did not treat him slowly because of this.

You know, as long as these elites and privileged classes are not overthrown, then the resources they have accumulated will always play a role in the unwitting of others.

What's more, from now on, the specifications of the office will be upgraded to affiliated subsidiaries, the preparation of video recorders and video tape business, the construction of Zheru software certification and training center, and so on, which still need to be taken care of.

Therefore, after dealing with official business, Tang Huan took care of the entire negotiation team and comforted the other party, these are just small gifts to show friendship, harmless, and the negotiation has officially ended.

Of course, Yuri? Brezhnev was the focus of care.

Yuri, who was in a good mood before saying goodbye? Brezhnev, warmly invited Don Huan, find a time to come to Moscow, I will entertain you.

"I'll talk about it when I have a chance." Tang Huan nodded in agreement, but the actual thought in his heart was that unless it was time for you to hold some kind of famous world event, and I would take advantage of this east wind to go, otherwise, I would still sleep with my own woman in my arms.

……

After helping Christina deal with this matter, Tang Huan did not stay in Paris for long, and quickly flew back to the United States and came to Washington, because President Reagan, who had recovered from his injuries, sent him an invitation, and at the same time there was another object - Alfred? Antnuch.

As for the reason, of course, it was to thank the two of them for their heroic performance at the scene of the assassination.

Tang Huan meets Alfred? After Antnuch, the other party came directly to a warm bear hug.

"Don, thank you for the rescue you gave me at the scene, otherwise I would be doomed." Alfred? Antenucci said gratefully.

"It's fine if you're okay." Tang Huan smiled slightly and chatted with him.

Soon, Reagan met with the two men, and the media were present.

In fact, if ordinary people experience this accident, they will often do such a human-friendly act afterwards. It's just that Reagan's identity is special, so it's a bit like a show.

"Don. The expensive equipment you knocked out of the gunman's handgun, worth thousands of dollars, was taken as a file, and it would have to be a lot of trouble to get it back. But. I guess you, a rich man, won't care. Reagan quipped, "I'll give you some small gifts as a token of appreciation." ”

The so-called gifts are actually cufflinks and medals of honor with the presidential seal.

A small object like this with the presidential seal is indeed a rarity for ordinary people.

When the White House opened, highly qualified American tourists. It is said that items with such seals such as toilet towels and paper towels are often taken away secretly. It's also a considerable expense.

Of course, the value of these small objects received by Tang Huan lies in their symbolic meaning.

Everyone is busy, so they are not in front of the media. Deliberately perform something. The meeting ended quickly.

Tang Huan remembered the scene of Reagan's assassination at that time, and in addition to the president's injury, there were three other people who hung up the lottery.

So, Tang Huan specially inquired about the relevant situation from the White House staff.

Both injured law enforcement staff members are gradually recovering, and among them, Secret Service agent Timothy ? McCarthy is fine and goes about his job as usual, but D.C. Police Officer Thomas? Drahanti. Because one arm was disabled, he had to retire early.

As for White House press secretary James, who was shot in the head with the first shot? Brady. The injuries were so severe that the bullet severely damaged his head, leaving him paralyzed for life.

Reagan, in his own office, continued to let James? Brady serves as White House press secretary, but in reality it's just a nominal position.

Tang Huan saw James who caught fire at the city gate and affected the pond fish? Brady, and his wife, Sarah? After Brady, it was found that the other party's sequelae were really serious - slurred speech, partially paralyzed, and had to use a wheelchair.

In the original plane, James? Brady didn't fall silent because of this, but with his wife Sarah? Brady became the leader of the famous gun control activities.

As a result of their efforts, the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act was passed by the U.S. Congress in 1993.

Being able to fight against powerful arms interest groups to such a point, Tang Huan really admires their spirit.

"My new Treasure Hospital in San Francisco is about to open, and Mr. Brady might as well go to the acupuncture department there for treatment if it's convenient for him. Sometimes, Western medicine is helpless, and maybe Chinese medicine may have unexpected surprises. Tang Huan kindly sent out an invitation, "Of course, there is no need to pay a fee, so you two can rest assured." ”

James? Brady vaguely expressed his gratitude, and Sarah? Brady thought a lot, and she asked hopefully, "Will it really work?" ”

"I can't guarantee this, so I should give it a try." Tang Huan shook his head, "Because Chinese medicine does not have a reliable enough scale statistical sample to provide theoretical support, it is called witchcraft by many scientists, so I don't dare to make an assertion." ”

"Okay, we'll visit James when he recovers for a while." Sarah? Brady finally made the decision to give it a try, after all, Tang Huan's identity as a billionaire can give people a great sense of trust.

……

After Tang Huan returned to San Francisco, he first heard Tang Wenmao tell an interesting story.

Xiangjiang's Dream Factory re-edited "Shang_ Beach" with the main purpose of speeding up the plot, and then released an 18-episode version with English subtitles, which was sent to the newly purchased Auckland TV station KTVU for screening.

Of course, it is impossible to get primetime, after all, this is an English-language TV station, and the main audience is not the Chinese community, so it can only be arranged in the cold hours of late night.

But unexpectedly, after hearing about this show, the local Chinese deliberately began to catch up with the show and asked to arrange a suitable time to replay it. As for KTVU's mainstream audience, most of them are not disgusted by it.

Because at the beginning of the filming of "Shang_ Beach", in order to build word of mouth, it can be said that it spared no cost and achieved a viewing effect close to that of a movie, but after it was reduced to 18 episodes, the rhythm was significantly accelerated and the audience's heartstrings were even more tugging.

Therefore, non-Chinese audiences, out of curiosity, showed a certain interest.

In short, there are only 18 episodes anyway, so it doesn't hurt to change the taste.

"Should we set up a Chinese channel?" Tang Wenmao asked with a smile.

"It's too early, but it's okay to set up a Chinese-language column, let's talk to Media Asia TV in Hong Kong." Tang Huan's attitude was more cautious.

This matter can only be regarded as an unexpected joy, take it to be happy, the follow-up effect remains to be seen, Tang Huan quickly shifted his attention to the fierce battle in the personal computer market.

Now the monthly sales of Apple computers have reached the level of 30,000 units, and the Osborne generation of machines without any background, the performance can be called murderous, just released at the West Coast Computer Festival in April, and the orders for the month exceeded 5000 units, interpreting what is called a trick to eat all over the world, portability This is too eye-catching.

IBM-PC, which was launched at the same time, sold more than 3,000 units in the first month, which is still a performance when its factory is still under construction and its production capacity cannot be fully released.

And IBM's gangsterism in the software field made Tang Huan even more vigilant.

Tang Dynasty? Estlic vs. Dan? Brickering's VisiCalc is a little bit of a technical tutorial for him to make the most of the hardware performance of the IBM-PC.

Seeing this, Microsoft couldn't sit still and announced its plans to develop its spreadsheet software, MultiPlan.

Also, Don? Estlic also offered an olive branch to the emerging microcomputer database DBase, trying to make it fight against Zheru's EBase. (To be continued......)