December.

In the villa in Beverly Hills in Los Angeles, Lin Zhichao listened to Lin Ruidong's report on the situation of the "Disney Company", and Audrey Hepburn accompanied him.

The 'Disney Company' was founded by Walt Disney and later joined by his brother Roy Disney, who co-managed the business.

After Walt Disney died of lung cancer in 1966, the burden of managing the Disney empire fell on Roy Disney alone because there was no suitable heir to choose from. In fact, from the beginning of the business, Roy was the CEO of the Disney Company.

After the death of Roy Disney in 1971, the company's top management began to become more complex. For the time being, it is in the hands of Walter's eldest son-in-law, Ronald Miller. But Miller's gradual shift to real estate investment and the elimination of the creative department angered Roy's son, Edward, who believed that if he continued to do so, the company would simply become a "memorial" to Walt. In 1977, dissatisfied with the company's growth strategy, Edward resigned from his executive position and retained only the title of director, and the Disney family began to disintegrate within the company.

After listening to Disney's situation, Lin Zhichao asked, "How are you going to make the acquisition?" ”

Lin Ruidong has served as the vice president of Audrey Company, which can be described as a young success. He didn't rely entirely on his mother's influence to rise to power, from 'Cabbage Doll', to 'Atari Game Software Division', and finally to 'Red and White and Super Mario'.

The recent surge in Audrey's stock is due to the success of Sega in Japan, and investors are generally optimistic that the 'red and white machine' can replace the Atari 2600 in Europe and the United States, and have greater glory. Therefore, at present, the market value of Audrey Company has reached 9.5 billion US dollars, which is a very large American listed company, and it is not close to the Big Mac.

Lin Ruidong said: "The words of United Edward Disney are more justified. But Edward is a member of the Disney family, and if he returns to Disney, he will inevitably use his influence, which is a drawback. Of course, Edward also has the merit of being a person, that is, he is a person who is passionate about Dinis's business. ”

After thinking about it for a while, Lin Zhichao said: "We and Ronald Miller belong to 'different aspirations', of course, we have to cooperate with Edward Disney. In addition, it is important to pay attention to reputation and goodwill in this acquisition. ”

Lin Ruidong nodded and said: "I think the same way, as long as we join Disney, then we will still dominate things in the future." ”

To buy Disney, you must not privatize it, after all, if such a company is not a listed company, its influence will be greatly reduced, because it is a media company itself.

Then, Lin Zhichao said to Audrey Hepburn beside him: "In this acquisition, you personally come forward and let Ruidong assist you." Ling was originally born in the entertainment industry, and now it comes in handy. ”

At this time, Audrey Hepburn was like a noblewoman, full of noble temperament. She is simply a man's 'dream lover' in the United States, after all, she is a European aristocrat, and she is one level higher than the American 'hillbilly'. Add to that the fact that she is now the most successful business woman (there is no one), and the best actress in Hollywood in the past, she is simply full of charm.

In fact, there are countless rich celebrities who pursue Audrey Hepburn. But Audrey Hepburn was naturally very determined, and never wavered.

As for the powerful figures in the United States who look at her, it is impossible for Audrey Hepburn to be powerful, she has always participated in political activities, betting on almost every president of the United States, not to mention her own influence in European and American women's groups and children's groups, and she is a very powerful woman.

Audrey Hepburn grabbed Lin Zhichao's arm and said, "Of course I have to come forward!" But when did our family buy Hollywood Studios? ”

She used to be a Hollywood actress, and naturally she also wanted to buy a major Hollywood studio.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Don't worry, you can buy it at any time, as long as you have a suitable target!" It is estimated that in 1983, Audrey Company will be able to bring 500 million US dollars in profits to the company alone, and what can stop us from expanding with such a giant. ”

In addition to strong capital strength, marriage with the Rockefeller family, and the support of Reagan, Audrey's vein has almost cleared all obstacles, just the acquisition.

Of course, the acquired enterprises also need to be digested, otherwise it is easy to die.

In the evening, the family sits down to eat together.

Lin Ruidong's wife, Megan Rockefeller, is pregnant with her second child, the first child is a son. In other words, Audrey Hepburn is already a grandmother-level character, but she and Meghan sit together, like sisters, or even more beautiful.

Lin Zhichao's daughters-in-law are actually not particularly beautiful, and his sons pay more attention to girls' culture and cultivation, which is different from Lin Zhichao.

For Lin Zhichao, the first thing is beautiful, and then the others. If he is not self-contained, he will use his own whip to educate well, such as Zhao Yazhi, Lin Qingxia, Guan Jiahui, etc.

"Megan, after giving birth to this child, I suggest that you think about your working life, which will help your relationship as a husband and wife last, and you are a Harvard graduate, don't waste your efforts for more than ten years." When eating, Lin Zhichao took the initiative to say.

Not long after graduating from Harvard University, this daughter-in-law married Lin Ruidong and became pregnant with two children in a row, in fact, she is only 26 years old this year.

With a happy expression on her face, Megan immediately looked at Lin Ruidong, and when she saw Lin Ruidong smiling, she said happily: "Thank you dad for your guidance and care!" ”

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "Your mother and I are from the past, and when we were young, we fell in love again, and we will inevitably be challenged by time." If both of them have a certain career and can take care of the family at the same time, it must be a good thing for a better couple to stay close for a long time. ”

The first child is already a son, and the second child, whether it is a man or a woman, this daughter-in-law should be liberated, and the people of the Rockefeller family should not be used to it.

Megan, a girl, was purely fascinated by Lin Ruidong, and Lin Ruidong had a strong family concept, so he desperately wanted to have an heir, so the two have been married for more than three years and are already pregnant with their second child.

Subsequently, Lin Zhichao was concerned about the progress of his son Lin Ruinan's work.

After listening, he said: "Don't worry, the launch of Red Bull in Europe and the United States is a fine work, not the 'complete marketing technique' that your brother used to launch cauliflower dolls." Since Red Bull wants to make a classic drink, it is natural that every step must be taken well! ”

Lin Ruinan said modestly: "Well, I understand! ”

At present, Lin Ruinan has three aspects of work: first, to select the headquarters for Blue Can Red Bull, that is, the Nordic production headquarters, which is currently in Switzerland; second, to change the formula, in addition to adding vapor, there are also laws suitable for Europe and North America; Third, of course, it is necessary to improve the management team and study the marketing plan.

In short, it is expected to be available in the United States and Europe in two years.

Late at night.

Lin Zhichao was in the study, reading some local magazines and newspapers to learn about the business situation in the United States.

He invests in the United States, generally focusing on the stock market and real estate, so as to reduce the trouble. After all, he is a Chinese, and it is difficult to break into the core business here, but fortunately, the Audrey Hepburn family he supports has grown up.

After a while, the door of the study opened, Lin Zhichao's eyes lit up, Audrey Hepburn was particularly beautiful tonight, wearing a light blue low-cut dress, wearing a diamond crown, with an aristocratic temperament, a proper queen came.

"Husband, am I beautiful?"

"Of course"

Lin Zhichao slowly got up, came to Audrey Hepburn's side, gently hugged her slender waist, and looked at Audrey Hepburn's chest, the snow-white plumpness showed that this woman was exuding a second spring.

European and American women are easy to age quickly, but Audrey Hepburn has the 'ability to not age', and she looks 20 years younger, which makes her have the ultimate temptation of a young woman.

"Husband, it feels like a dream, I have changed from a poor and depressed little girl to the Audrey Hepburn I am today!" Audrey Hepburn said affectionately.

Lin Zhichao smiled: "Even if you don't have me, you are the best actress in Hollywood, the dream lover of men." ”

Audrey Hepburn immediately said: "That must not be as happy as it is now!" How many 'men's dream lovers' in Hollywood do not have a good home in the end, or the evening is bleak. Therefore, I am the happiest and most successful woman, of course, because of the help of my husband. ”

Speaking of happiness, she sent her own fragrant kiss, and the two quickly became entangled.

After separation.

Lin Zhichao played a piece of music, and the two danced ballroom dance.

His eyes were full of appreciation, Audrey Hepburn's face was originally a noble face, and under his development, her whole body was also thin and thin, and there was meat where there should be meat, which was very attractive. Moreover, she was fair-skinned, and she would never be black when she should be powdered, which made him think that he was riding a girl. Of course, after all, she is not a girl, she can only be said to be the best among young women.

"Honey, do you want me to change you with black silk?"

"No, I can't bear to spoil that feeling."

"I still like your rude look, leaving a red mark on every inch of my skin"

Audrey Hepburn gets naughty!

Lin Zhichao couldn't help but look at her chest, this woman's skin was fair, and it was easy to leave marks. In addition, they are all old husbands and wives, and sometimes they have to seek more exciting strength, so it is inevitable that Audrey Hepburn will be rosy.

Choosing to be in the study room today is obviously a stimulus.

A few days later.

Audrey Hepburn and her son Lin Ruidong made an appointment to meet Edward Disney.

The Disney Company and the Audrey Company obviously have one thing in common, that is, the founder's surname or first name is deeply imprinted on the company.

"Mr. Edward, we at Audrey Company want to support your return to the Disney Board of Directors!" Audrey Hepburn said elegantly.

She has gone from a star who doesn't understand business to now has the temperament of a business giant, and she is a business giant with an aristocratic temperament, which is absolutely rare.

When Edward Disney heard this, his heart couldn't help but rejoice. It is not so much that he resigned from his management position at Disney himself, but rather that he was kicked out of Disney by Ronald Miller. Although he is currently a director of Disney, he has almost no real power, after all, he has one vote.

However, he still said cautiously: "Audrey wants to expand its business territory, so it wants to buy Disney? ”

Lin Ruidong was instructed by his mother to talk: "It's not a real acquisition, but we want to become a major shareholder, we are still optimistic about Disney's unlimited potential, but the current CEO pursues real estate investment too much and gives up the creative department." So just need a new CEO, and Disney can have unlimited potential. At the same time, we at Audrey also have strong strength in animation production (My Little Pony, Transformers, etc.) and creativity, and if the two alliances are made, we can not only do better in the original business, but also further develop in the production industry."

Talking about the alliance between the two sides, Lin Ruidong is at ease, and he is also familiar with the future development of Audrey Company.

Edward Disney then asked, "If your company becomes a majority shareholder, does Disney have independence?" ”

He was also careful at this time, Audrey's company was not simple, and before the two sides met, he deliberately investigated the specific situation. It was found that Audrey's annual profit is around 500 million US dollars, and its business includes toys, animation production, video games, and real estate investment, and it is a very powerful enterprise.

Especially recently, the market value has skyrocketed by 40%, and I heard that it is in the Japanese market that it has monopolized video games, and the potential is very huge.

It's good that such a company supports him, but the key business of the two sides overlaps.

Lin Ruidong said with a smile: "We are here to invest, and it is also for profit, and we will definitely not ruin the good prospects of an excellent company like Disney." So, for sure, to maintain enough independence, and we want you to be the chairman, and as for the CEO, we want to choose from the presidents of the eight major production companies, and the most suitable one is Michael Eisner, the CEO of Paramount. ”

Full of sincerity!

Just like my father said, as long as the strength is enough, you can strengthen your control over Disney at any time in the future.

Seeing that Audrey's mother and son are sincere, and he can't bear Disney to become a 'memorial', Edward Disney already has the idea of uniting with Audrey and the company to kick Ronald Miller out of Disney.

"I am willing to cooperate with you, because Audrey is also a legendary company, and Miss Hepburn is a legendary woman, and I believe that our cooperation is a pleasure."

Audrey Hepburn immediately laughed and said: "Mr. Edward praised me too much, Disney Company is a legendary company, and it is the object of my study." ”

Having said that, she is very proud in her heart, and she believes that within ten years, Audrey Company will become an American corporate giant. Because she has a powerful man, and now that her son can help her, it can be said that everything is ready.

The two parties agreed on a date, brought their lawyers, finances, etc., to discuss the details, and then parted happily.

After separation.

Edward Disney couldn't help but clench his fists tightly and whispered: "Ronald, you foreign surname, I must kick you off the stage"!

It turned out that his heart was 'blackened', and he was already full of resentment towards his 'cousin-in-law' Ronald.

Walt Disney only has two daughters, the second daughter is adopted, but he never thought of letting his daughter join Disney, on the contrary, he gave his two daughters a very warm and ordinary family environment from an early age. His older brother, Roy Disney, has a son and joins the Disney Company.

Originally, there was not much contradiction between the two sides, but Ronald may not have much sense of belonging to the 'Disney' family, so he is not keen on developing Disney's creative products, but is very keen on real estate. Even in the event of a disagreement, Edward Disney was driven away.

Therefore, the contradictions between the two sides have accumulated.

As for Disney's shares, founder Walt Disney originally owned 14% of the shares, and after his death, he left 45% of his estate to his wife and children (mostly in family trusts), his sister, niece and nephew each took 10% of the estate, and the remaining 45% went to the Disney Charitable Trust.

As for Roy Disney, only a small number of Disney shares, insignificant.

After a period of negotiations, Audrey and Edward Disney reached a private agreement to acquire a 35% stake in Disney in a public manner. Some of the shares were sold by Edward to several Disney shareholders.

Disney is currently valued at $1.82 billion, and Audrey acquired it at a premium of 31.2%. So, the total cost is about $835 million.

This amount of money is not a heartbreaking thing for Audrey, which has assets worth up to $10 billion and has sufficient liquidity.

However, Audrey still borrowed $300 million from Chase Bank.

The reason is self-evident, it is just to strengthen cooperation with the Rockefeller family.

The takeover war is about to break out, but in fact, it is a crushing of strength.

At this time, Disney Company is not a sweet pastry, and once shareholders know that there is an opportunity for a premium of 31.2%, they will not hand over their chips one after another. And once Audrey holds 35% of the shares, a board of directors can be convened to remove Ronald from all positions.

For these, Lin Zhichao did not participate in person, but only gave his wife and son the greatest support behind his back.

In fact, the strength of Audrey is about to become frighteningly strong, and a single Sega company can be equivalent to a Panasonic (the popularity of red and white machines will be very high, and the game software will be hugely profitable). Not to mention, Audrey Toys has always been the world's toy giant, with an annual profit of nearly 300 million US dollars.

After so many years of layout, the conditions of all parties of Audrey Company are enough to support its promotion to become a giant enterprise. Even in terms of some invisible strength, the Hepburn family has become a new big family in the United States, and its influence is far greater than that of some old families - for example, during every presidential campaign, if you win over women's groups, you will definitely give priority to Audrey Hepburn.

The Hepburn family is in short supply, with only two sons, and both of them are commercially developed. In the future, if the third generation can enter the political arena, then it will be able to truly become a big family.

The only pity is that Lin Ruidong and Lin Ruinan will marry Caucasians, which also dilutes Lin Zhichao's genes.

Of course, Lin Zhichao also found a problem, Lin Ruidong's children still retain the characteristics of a four-point Oriental, which is good news.

If the third generation marries a Chinese woman, it may return to a little Oriental gene, and it will not affect politics or anything, after all, the times have changed, and in the future, 'political correctness' can be seen everywhere in the United States.

(End of chapter)