"As I said, you don't have to worry about it."

In the VIP lounge of the Kodak Theater, Ryan whispered to Natalie next to him, "Disney is like a strong spring, how hard it is pressed, how hard it will bounce out." ”

"I've always had faith in you." Natalie's face was relaxed.

"And how is your PR doing?" Ryan asked.

During this time, Ryan had no time to take care of anything else and had been busy with the layout of News Corp., and the Oscar PR was completely handed over to Natalie and Harvey? Weinstein was in charge.

"I believe the judges have been intimidated by the figures of $792 million and $2.898 billion."

The person who walked over was James? Cameron, although he is a competitor, he doesn't care, "I don't know if those old stubborns will watch more science fiction movies." ”

In fact, he knows very well that CG animation and sci-fi films alone are enough to kill the possibility of "Avatar" winning the award, and if it were not for the unprecedented North American and global box office records, I am afraid they would not have cast any attention on "Avatar".

What choice will Oscar's gang of old guys make, James? Cameron can figure it out with his toes, and "Bomb Disposal Unit", which now has a box office of only $17 million, simply fits their aesthetic standards and value orientation too much.

The three of them got together and said a few words, James? Cameron was ready to say goodbye, and before leaving, he said, "I'm waiting to witness the moment when history will appear." ”

There was still some time before the awards ceremony began, and Ryan and Natalie were in no hurry to enter the main hall of the theater, chatting about recent events while socializing with people who came to greet them.

"I've always thought Alison and Scarlett were a little weird, though."

Speaking of the two long-time friends, Natalie looked weird, "I didn't expect it, they ......"

She waved her hand, as if she didn't know what to say.

"Hopefully it won't affect their careers."

That being said, though. But Ryan still understands that it is impossible without influence, but fortunately, both of them are wealthy, acting and singing are more of a hobby, and they do not rely on this income to live.

After a few words, George, with a gentlemanly demeanor? Clooney walked over, and after saying hello, he said very directly, "Ryan, I still have some friends in politics. If you need help, just ask. ”

"If you need to, you will." Ryan was casually polite.

This is Hollywood, like today's one-sided media critical of News Corp., when he needs help the most, he stands by his own people who have been tested over the years, most of whom are playing the role of bystanders or understanders, and when he has the upper hand, these people can't wait to run to him and sell well.

Ryan couldn't count the fact that this was the first person to come out and ask for help today.

This is normal. In essence, including the original "Argo", he and George? Clooney is just using each other and taking what they need.

"The Murdochs are here."

George? As soon as Clooney left, Natalie reminded Ryan.

Ryan followed Natalie's gaze. Rupert? Murdoch and Wendi Deng are walking this way, the young Wendi Deng is fine, just a little tired, and the elderly Murdoch has puffy bags under his eyes. His eyes were bloodshot, as pitiful as a criminal who had been interrogated by the FBI and the CIA.

These are just appearances, and Ryan is well aware. If Murdoch can't be completely suppressed, the other party will become a man-eating wolf after relieving himself.

From the moment the Murdoch couple appeared in the VIP lounge, many people's eyes were focused on him and Ryan, and insiders actually understood very well that the ups and downs that have lasted from a few months ago to the present are the fight between these two people.

Standing not far away, George? Clooney suddenly felt a little lucky, fortunately his own side did not join the industry to suppress Disney, otherwise......

Who would have thought that in the face of near-desperate difficulties, Ryan would be able to use such a counterattack and firmly grasp the key point of News Corp.

Even if it's many years older, George? Clooney greatly admired Ryan's methods, and Murdoch was not unjust in losing this game.

"Can you take a step to speak, Ryan?"

Perhaps Murdoch himself did not expect that in such a short period of time, he would say something similar again.

"Of course."

Ryan looked indifferent, without the joy or pride of a victor.

Tilting his head, Ryan leaned into Natalie's ear, "You go in first, I'll be there later." ”

Seeing Natalie nodding slightly, Ryan followed behind the Murdochs, exited the VIP room, turned into a corridor, and entered a separate lounge.

Although the person who met was Murdoch, his bodyguards followed.

There was no politeness on either side, and they sat on the two couches and fell into a brief silence.

Even if he has the advantage, Ryan will not take it lightly, he will never underestimate his opponent, let alone this opponent is Rupert? Murdoch.

Murdoch, on the other hand, didn't know how to speak, just a few days ago, they were also sitting opposite each other, when he had the advantage, like a cat playing with a mouse, easily controlling the scene, and now he is in shape...... But it was completely converted.

He has become a mouse, and the other party is the cat that can stretch out its paws at any time!

The difference, Ryan? Jenkins was as calm as rumored, and there was no joy or anger in that indifferent face.

The silence lasted for half a minute, and finally Murdoch took the initiative to break the deadlock.

"Ryan ......" his voice was extremely slow, as if most of his mind had been drained in recent times, "News Corp. withdrew from the competition at Lucasfilm. ”

Ryan shook his head slowly.

"Pelicano, the editor-in-chief of the New York Post......" Murdoch thought for a moment, adding a few more, "and the professional film critics who always attack you." ”

Yes, as in the case of competition between most of the blocs of this magnitude, both sides will definitely return to the negotiating table in the end, but the time is definitely not now!

So, Ryan still shook his head.

There was silence again in the lounge, and the silence was unusually oppressive.

One of Murdoch's hands was shaking slightly, he had already taken the initiative to bow his head, what else did he want?

But thinking of the attitude of the British and American governments and mainstream society towards News Corp., thinking that the media led by Disney is still fanning the flames behind the scenes, and thinking that News Corp. has fallen by 20 percent of its market value, he can only continue to bow his head.

"Your conditions." Murdoch seemed to be ten years older, "Ryan, let's talk about it." ”

"Mr. Murdoch!" Ryan's words were full of distance, "You haven't understood one thing until now. ”

"What's the matter?" Murdoch had no choice but to ask.

"From the day News Corp targeted my sister and daughter......"

Ryan stood up, his face still indifferent, "This matter is no longer a simple business competition, there is still ...... in this Personal vendetta! ”

After saying that, he left the lounge without looking back, leaving only the Murdoch couple with an indifferent back.

"What does he want to do?"

After the door of the lounge was closed, Wendi Deng said dissatisfiedly, "Do you want to start an all-out war with News Corporation?" ”

Murdoch glanced at her, and Wendi Deng quickly shut his mouth.

If the only opponent is Disney, Murdoch will not be afraid, and although News Corp. has encountered far more trouble than Disney at the beginning, it is still a powerful media conglomerate.

But the question is, is his opponent really only Disney?

Not to mention the people of Britain and the United States, as well as the governments of the two countries that have faintly tended, other media groups that have seen the wind and steer the rudder will definitely want to see News Corp finish as they were happy to see Disney's bad luck, as long as News Corp shows its decline in competition, these guys and the group of vampires on Wall Street will inevitably rush up like sharks that smell blood, and under the leadership of Disney, tear News Corp into delicious fresh meat and swallow it in their stomachs without hesitation.

With the shape that News Corp. is facing now, how to deal with that group of greedy sharks?

Within the syndicate in particular, a number of his cronies and executives have been investigated by Scotland Yard and the FBI, respectively, and in the form of what he knows, it will be very difficult for these people to completely break free from the situation, so that his control over the group will be greatly weakened, and the internal opposition will definitely rise.

Needless to say, Murdoch knew that even if the Wiretapgate investigation was over, News Corp. would be greeted with a long period of infighting.

Thinking of this, Murdoch leaned back on the couch and did not speak for a long time, this time he felt as if he was really old.

By now, he had figured out the general course of events.

In the face of News Corp's aggressive offensive, Disney ...... No, to be exact, Ryan himself dug a big hole directly, not only did he not notice it, but he thought that he was in control, and obediently jumped in, and now he fell and broke his head and bled out.

"Activate all crisis PR tools." Murdoch told Wendi Deng, "Strive to be in a better position before the next negotiations." ”

The two were not in the mood for the Oscars at all, and left the Kodak theater with a tense face.

In the Kodak Theater, the 82nd Academy Awards has kicked off, after Ryan left the lounge, he did not enter the theater immediately, but took John into another lounge, and ordered some things to the bodyguard, until John left, he rested for a while, and then walked into the theater, taking advantage of the singing and dancing on the stage to attract the attention of most people and find his place.

As soon as she sat down, Natalie next to her gave her an inquiring look, and Ryan shook his head slightly at her, giving her a reassuring look.

"Am I missing something?" He asked in a low voice.

"We've got the best original screenplay and the best editing."

Hearing Natalie's words, Ryan smiled lightly, "That's really good news. (To be continued......)