I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 833 Daily life
Liu Jin's main purpose in coming to America was to meet with Musk.

I originally planned to leave after watching Ronda's championship match, but I didn't expect that I would stay for more than a month.

First, they finalized the "Gravity" project with Warner Bros. and Universal.

This was followed by a full-scale acquisition of MGM and Telescope Entertainment, as well as a collaboration agreement with Columbia and Paramount regarding Edge of Tomorrow.

Since the huge success of "I Am Legend," Liu Jin's relationship with Columbia Pictures has rapidly warmed up.

Projects such as District 9 and Garonne Riverfront are collaborations with Columbia Pictures.

And his relationship with Amy Pascal grew increasingly close...

The collaboration with Sony is almost non-existent.

The problem is that Columbia Pictures is a core subsidiary of Sony.

The two companies share the same core management team.

The CEO is Michael Linton, and the co-chairmen are Amy Pascal and Linton.

Linton, in particular, favored Sony's management.

He was jointly in charge with Stringer.

Amy, on the other hand, was mainly in charge of Columbia Pictures, and they seemed to be keeping to themselves.

Amy has been with Columbia Pictures since 02, so she is more familiar with and knowledgeable about the company's business.

At the same time, her relationship with Liu Jin became closer.

Therefore, Stringer and Linton were happy to let her get in touch with Liu Jin.

As for the Japanese shareholders at Sony headquarters...

Akio Morita might be able to maintain America's respect, but frankly, America's management team doesn't care about the others.

What does Liu Jinhei's life have to do with Sony Pictures?

……

Meanwhile, the publicity surrounding the rematch between Liu Jin and Luo Lin began to slowly gain momentum.

Rowling brought up the ring fight again on a Sky talk show, appearing very enthusiastic.

Liu Jin also mentioned this when he appeared on the Jimmy Fallon Show in America.

He didn't correct the fact that Rowling initiated the rematch, but instead said with a smile, "This time our ring battle will be very fair."

In 07, the "battle of the gods" saw Rowling, with the culmination of six Harry Potter books, propel the seventh installment to the throne.

As a result, Liu Jin had to rely on numbers to win in order to barely hold on.

On the surface, the two are evenly matched.

But fans of both sides think differently.

Harry Potter fans think Rowling won, while Harry Potter fans think Rowling's victory was unfair.

Both sides are competing with new works this time. Although Liu Jin has been involved in this field before, he does not have an absolute advantage.

As a result, many people are very curious about the two authors' new book!
“A few days ago, I was chatting with Michael… you know, Michael Punk, and we talked about James Parsons. He said he got inspiration from James and was preparing to create a piece. But he also mentioned you, saying that you also had inspiration?”

Do your inspirations sometimes overlap?

After all, it's all because of James Parsons.

Liu Jin paused for a moment, then shook his head and laughed, "It shouldn't matter. My inspiration had nothing to do with James. We just talked about him, but the story has nothing to do with him. As for Michael... James, let's ask him for royalties."

Jimmy Fallon burst into laughter.

……

Liu Jin's impression of Michael Punke was lukewarm.

This guy is a writer, but also a politician.

He will serve as America's permanent representative to the WTO and is a graduate of Cornell Law School.

He previously served in Congress, acting as an aide to Senator Max Baucus, and will serve on the National Economic Council and the National Security Council next year, during Baucus's second term. He is also an adjunct professor at the University of Montana.

Overall, he is more of a politician than a scholar.

If it weren't for "The Revenant," Liu Jin wouldn't even bother with him.

But there's nothing we can do about this story...

Even without Michael Punke, it would be difficult for Liu Jin to get involved.

It has a prototype!

It is based on the true story of Hugh Glass, a 19th-century American settler, fur catcher, and explorer.

In 1823, Hugh Glass joined the Missouri River Expedition and was attacked by a mother bear. He was abandoned by his companions but miraculously survived.

Michael Punke obtained the adaptation rights with the consent of Hugh Glass's descendants.

As a Chinese citizen, it would be difficult for Liu Jin to obtain permission.

Unless, he spends a large sum of money...

However, the outcome was good; the adaptation rights to "The Revenant" have fallen into his hands.

He handed the novel to Leonardo DiCaprio and told him to study it carefully.

Once the acquisition of MGM is successful this year, "The Revenant" will be MGM's first major work after its resurrection.

Of course, there will also be other collaborators.

The $1.9 million investment in the original timeline is no small sum. Even if Liu Jin and Leonardo DiCaprio could come up with it, they would still hope to attract more partners. Warner Bros., Universal, and Columbia Pictures are all under consideration.

Alizée went to San Gabriel to prepare for her new album.

Eva stayed behind to continue preparing for the promotion of "Dark Shadows".

Meanwhile, she has recently become very curious about the strange tales of the Victorian era. She even bought the videotape of the American TV series "Once Upon a Time" produced by ABC Studios last year and dragged Liu Jin to watch it with her. She also studied Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," which was published in 1818. At the same time, she became fascinated with Oscar Wilde's novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray." She even dragged Liu Jin to dress up as Dorian Gray, which really gave Liu Jin a thrill.

In the end, Liu Jin couldn't stand her rambling and slunk back to New York by plane.

But after arriving in New York, he received an email from Tulsi.

This is information from Princeville Airlines.

This airline currently has a debt of up to 1.2 billion.

His assets are valued at approximately 3 billion, including the two biplanes that were the initial assets.

The company employs approximately two thousand people, including six fixed generator units, as well as assets such as maintenance warehouses…

Currently owned by Gavalny Holdings, it is the third largest airline in Hawaii.

After receiving the relevant information, Liu Jin immediately contacted Morgan Stanley for an evaluation.

Then he contacted Zhou Shouzi, who was in Great Britain, and entrusted him with handling the matter.

Tursi revealed some of Hawaii's future development plans, including further expansion of tourism projects, with island tourism being a top priority. This means that airlines will be incorporated into Hawaii's overall development plan.

"Oracle's Larry Ellison is reportedly in contact with Gavalni Holdings."

Personally, I think this would be a very good project.

Ellison?
That guy won't do anything without a profit motive.

Given Princeville Airlines' current situation, there is clearly nothing commendable about it.

Unless, that guy has inside information.

Liu Jin dislikes Ellison.

This guy is notoriously anti-China...

But this guy's judgment is absolutely spot on.

Since he is interested, there must be something going on.

Liu Jin didn't mind taking this opportunity to disgust this bastard.

Although he had no personal grudge against Ellison.

But how can business matters be evaluated using the word "grudges"?

"Could you help me get in touch with Gavally Holdings?"

"This is not difficult; I will have someone notify them."

"I will come up with a solution as soon as possible."

Liu Jin has made up his mind to take over the airline.

He then contacted Rick Yorn and asked him to help register an aviation holding fund in Hawaii.

Next, we just have to wait for Morgan Stanley's assessment to come out!
……

In early April, Liu Jin took a plane back to Toulouse.

Before leaving, he replied to Blumenthal, expressing his willingness to join the organization.

He also wanted to see what that damned organization was all about.

"Oh my god, our Professor Amos is finally back!"

Upon returning to Toulouse, Liu Jin went to cancel his leave, only to be ridiculed by his teacher, Guille.

Liu Jin also felt quite embarrassed; the leave he had asked for this time was indeed a bit too long…

This made him determined to work hard for the next period of time.

But... the day after he returned to Toulouse, Alexandre Magnon called and invited him to Paris.

The French presidential election is nearing its end.

Socialist Party first-choice candidate Dominique Strauss-Kahn was embroiled in an X scandal, allowing his rival François Hollande to seize the nomination and join the presidential race.

His main rival remains Sarkozy.

In addition, Jean-Luc Mélenchon on the left wing is also a contender, but his chances of winning are not very high.

Magnon, a member of the Left Front, is also running for the speakership.

He invited Liu Jin to Paris to cheer him on.

Liu Jin did not object to this.

I'm just a little embarrassed because I just finished my leave and now I have to take leave again.

Fortunately, there are many left-wing elements at the University of Toulouse II, including its president, Poumin, who expressed strong support for this.

"But that means I won't be able to come back until at least the 22nd."

"It's okay, I support you!"
Amos, with your current fame, status, and wealth, you should actively engage in public activities and leverage your influence.

Liu Jin was somewhat taken aback.

It was Professor Guy who secretly told Liu Jin in private that "Dean Pumin is a member of the French Communist Party."

"what?"

Liu Jin was somewhat surprised, but then asked, "What does that have to do with my support for Mr. Magnon?"

"Mr. Magnon is a member of the Left Front, and the French Communist Party is a very important ally of the Left Front in this election."

He certainly hoped that Mr. Magnon would win the election.

Hey!
Liu Jin was somewhat surprised, but at the same time, not really surprised.

After all, the French Communist Party has always been a very important political party in France.

While its chances of taking power are slim, it has always held a very important position in the National Assembly.

"Shouldn't they support Mr. Mélenchon even more?"

"Mr. Mélenchon's chances of winning are slim; his political views are too radical and do not align with the current interests of France..."

“Professor Jiye, you know a lot.”

"Hehe, I'm also a member of the French Communist Party."

Liu Jin was stunned.

……

Liu Jin was very careful on his trip to Paris.

Riots can easily break out during elections.

This is especially true in France, a country that prides itself on democracy.

At the beginning of the year, the Sarkozy government launched a €438 billion austerity plan.

These measures, including canceling public holidays, cutting healthcare spending, and freezing pensions, have made Paris resemble a volcano that could erupt at any moment.

From the end of January to April, Paris has seen numerous demonstrations and protests organized by labor unions.

Some of the marches went out of control, with demonstrators clashing with police at one point...

Fortunately, no conflict broke out.

Both sides acted relatively rationally... Compared to more than a decade later, the situation was indeed much better.

Even so, Liu Jin was still very careful.

On this trip to Paris, in addition to his five assistants Mia, Margot, Germa, Jerome, and Leah, he also added ten members of the Coria security team. Traveling with fourteen bodyguards was the first time Liu Jin had used such a large security team since his rebirth… because Paris was indeed not very safe.

“Amos, I’m ready to join Mr. Hollande’s team.”

Upon arriving in Paris, Liu Jin received a call from Brother Ma.

He has made a lot of money in recent years.

Last year, Liu Jin was able to obtain 50 times leverage from Rothschild Bank during his blitzkrieg operation thanks to the matchmaking efforts of Little Ma.

From this single transaction, Ma made a profit of tens of millions of euros.

In addition, he also earned two million euros from the business of Nestlé's acquisition of Pfizer, which he started last year.

Today, Ma Huateng (Little Ma) is considered to have a net worth of tens of millions.

However, Liu Jin believes that his return to politics at this time is most likely due to the Attali Committee pushing him behind the scenes.

After all, he had been in contact with Hollande since the year before last.

He joined the Socialist Party last year and is a very important member of Hollande's campaign team.

Ma is thirty-five this year, right...?

Four years later!
Liu Jin couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

"I'm in Paris. How about we get together sometime?"

"You've come to Paris?"

“Clay’s father invited me here, and you know I couldn’t refuse.”

"then you……"

"Don't worry, I'm just supporting Mr. Magnon."

On the phone, Brother Ma seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.

Liu Jin was unaware of the extent of his influence in France.

In fact, if he had sided with Sarkozy, things could have changed. After all, the gap between Hollande and Sarkozy is very small.

As long as he doesn't support Sarkozy, there's no problem.

Little Ma gladly accepted Liu Jin's invitation and went to his house for a party that evening.

Originally, Liu Jin just wanted to have a casual chat with Brother Ma and didn't intend to make a big fuss about it.

Unexpectedly, news of his arrival in Paris spread quickly, and Isabelle Adjani, Isabelle Huppert, Sophie Marceau, Béart, Ozon, Oliveira, Maggie Cheung, and a host of other people in the film and entertainment industry called him, asking him to throw a party.

Then I have no choice but to agree!
Fortunately, his apartment on President Wilson Avenue is spacious enough.

"Sophie, do you know any concierge companies? I just arrived in Paris and need to find someone to make arrangements."

Platinum Paris: Quotes completed within two hours, 24-hour service available.

"Give me their contact information."

"Let me help you make the contact. Is it on President Wilson Avenue?"

"Yes!"

"Then you wait."

As soon as Liu Jin hung up the phone, his assistant said, "Wow, Professor, you're amazing! Sophie Marceau personally contacted a concierge company for you!"

"Stop being so sarcastic. Let's go to the Empress Dowager's first and buy some clothes."

night……

Sigh, I reckon it's going to be a mess again.

Oh, and please book a suite at the Athena Hotel for me.

I don't want to rest in that noisy environment..."

Aren't you going to tell AA?

Liu Jin slapped his forehead, realizing he had almost made a big mistake.

He quickly picked up the phone, “AA? I just arrived in Paris… There’s a party tonight, you should come too.”

what?
Are Gisele and Lima coming too?

"Of course, no problem, I don't mind... But, are Lima and Gisele quite free? It seems like they've been in Paris the whole time lately?"

"Amos!"

Lima's angry voice came through the phone.

"Damn it, if AA hadn't called us over to discuss the new episode of 'Fashion Show,' I should be in Miami right now attending the swimsuit show... Do you know how many invitations Gisele and I missed because of your show?"

"Yes, Amos, what you just said was really hurtful!"

AA's laughter rang out, tinged with schadenfreude.

Liu Jin hadn't expected that this woman would turn on speakerphone, essentially making fun of them right in front of Lima and Gisele...

Yeah, that's definitely not very fair!

"Come to the party with AA tonight, my signal isn't very good here... That's all for now, see you tonight!"

After Liu Jin finished speaking, he hurriedly hung up the phone.

The four women in the car couldn't help but burst into laughter.

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(End of this chapter)