Golden Age 1990

Chapter 145 Cooperation, "Paradise Lost" Hitomi Kuroki (5000 words)
Sure enough, Watanabe Junichi couldn't help but glance at Bai Feng's hand.

Bai Feng's attack this time was indeed a small plan. It seemed that he was greedy for beauty and was careless with the beauty Kuroki Hitomi.

In fact, Bai Feng planned to stimulate the old guy Watanabe Junichi.

I once heard a rumor that the future best-selling Japanese novelist Keigo Higashino never won the Naoki Prize, the highest award for Japanese literature, because he competed with Junichi Watanabe for the courtesan in Ginza.

This statement may not be accurate, but it seems that Wenchun broke out.

Wenchun is really awesome. This magazine was originally very literary, but later it became just a gossip magazine. However, their revelations are indeed quite accurate.

Although gossip, it is also the conscience of the gossip world.

Therefore, if we go by Wenchun's revelations, Junichi Watanabe is definitely an LSP.

Well, in fact, as long as you have read his works, you will know this. Isn't it possible that LSP can write such a popular ****?

As Japan's most popular novelist of this genre, he is just a pervert and can be used as an excuse for tax exemption.

At first glance, it was indeed a bit irritating to this old guy.

So, it seems that my tactics are correct.

In any negotiation, if it can disturb the other party's mood, then use it.

It's definitely the right thing to use.

Bai Feng could tell that Watanabe Junichi wanted to talk to him about something.

really.

"Mr. Bai, we know each other now, and I believe you are also a smart person, so I won't beat around the bush and let's talk about the topics we should talk about."

Junichi Watanabe is naturally not young anymore, and he has been writing all year round, and his hair is also gray, which is obviously the result of overuse of his brain.

But why did he say this so strangely?
Bai Feng seemed to understand, he smiled and said, "Of course that's good."

As he said that, he didn’t forget to whirl twice.

Kuroki Hitomi didn't understand what Junichi Watanabe said at first, but there was feeling in her legs.

It's useless to groan and struggle a bit, but this movement is very seductive.

Lan Jincai is now paying more attention to Watanabe Chunyi, and he is looking forward to it.

After all, in Japan, many film and television dramas are actually adapted from novels, and comics are generally animated.

For now, the animation industry is still not as powerful as it was later.

Although, as a country in Japan, it can be said that the whole country has adopted the feeling of animation. As for the performances of real people in movies and TV series, they even have to follow the two-dimensional feeling and try to make some expressions as exaggerated as possible.

But these days, live-action film and television dramas are still much better than animations.

It is not like the future, such as the Japanese film market, where the box office rankings are either Hollywood movies or animated movies.

To be honest, although Bai Feng also likes anime, it's really scary when I think of what Japan, an island country, became like later on. Real people can't compare to Two-dimensional.

Probably, even a person who is obsessed with Two-dimensional would find this situation terrifying.

What we are going to talk about now must have something to do with the adaptation.

Watanabe Junichi didn't intend to go around too much, so he spoke very directly.

This time, Kuroki Hitomi acted as the translator. If some words could be understood directly, there would be no need for her to speak.

But now, it is very important.

"Mr. Bai, actually, I asked Miss Kuroki to come forward mainly because I was still a little unsure.

But now, I have full confidence in you.

I really didn't expect that you could find a novel like "The Ring", although as of now, this novel is indeed well written, and after being adapted by You and supervised by Mr. Lan.

The movie was a huge hit.

But this novel is also the work of a newcomer, and this..."

Good guy, listen to him, it seems that this old guy sees something.

Bai Feng felt a little nervous inexplicably, and his hand became a little stronger.

Hmm~ Hitomi Kuroki, this woman has a pretty good voice.

Watanabe Junichi smiled and continued: "And this completely illustrates your strength, Mr. Bai.

It's really amazing. I also heard from some friends that you are a very powerful marketing and advertising wizard.

No wonder I would find such a work and be able to operate it so successfully.

Splashy! "

It turns out that the old guy didn't find anything, so that's not bad.

Bai Feng is not really afraid of anything, but the LSP in front of him is too smart, but Bai Feng knows a little bit.

Junichi Watanabe is still on the left, not the kind of right-wing writer who is hated and destined to go to hell.

There are indeed many novelists or screenwriters in Japan who are left-wing, and they really have a conscience.

Of course, there are also some right-wingers.

For example, the old thief Ishihara we are familiar with.

What really makes this guy stand up is his younger brother, Yujiro Ishihara.

Many of us Chinese people don't know how influential Ishihara Yujiro is. Let's put it this way, from the 60s to his death in the 80s, Ishihara Yujiro can be said to be Japan's number one superstar.

Whether singing or acting, they are super popular, so popular that they, an originally middle-class family, can be promoted to Japan's political circles.

Even build a memorial.

But originally, there were many left-wing writers, and they did a lot of things.

For example, the author of "The Imperial City Story" is very left-wing.

There is also the famous Haruki Murakami.

The same is true for Watanabe.

Therefore, Bai Feng knew this and had a good talk with him.

Now that the other party has praised me so much, is he also trying to mess with my mind?
as predicted.

"Mr. Bai, my idea is very simple. Since you are such a genius, you can discover many excellent works.

How about this, let's work together to discover the works of some newcomers in the Japanese literary world, and then arrange them into movies and TV series.

Isn't this a great thing? "

Needless to say, this old guy's proposal is really good.

Bai Feng naturally understood, and he immediately summarized the two key points.

First, cooperation.

Second, it is the work of newcomers.

It should be said that Watanabe Junichi really had a good plan.

Before Bai Feng and Kuromu Tong, it was Kuromu Tong who acted as Bai Feng's spokesperson. Of course, this beauty should also share some benefits.

This is very normal. In fact, business itself cannot eat alone.

But Bai Feng still accounts for the absolute majority, after all, there is still a subordinate relationship.

However, Bai Feng could actually tell from that moment that there must be someone behind the woman Kuromu Tong.

But I didn't expect it to be Junichi Watanabe.

However, considering that Hitomi Kuroki was originally filming the film adaptation of Junichi Tanabe's novel "Clone", it was normal for them to get to know each other.

But now, Watanabe Junichi walked out directly.

Clearly, he wanted the greater good.

Well...it's nothing.

Let’s just say that when our country introduces foreign investment, that means setting up a joint venture, we need to hold 51% of the shares, right?
Of course, there are also foreign-owned enterprises, but most of these companies are powerful or have other policies.

It is even said that if a wholly-owned enterprise is not strong enough, it will actually be difficult to carry out any business at all.

Bai Feng originally knew that doing business in Japan was not easy, and he did not have any huge interests, so finding a local partner was basically a must.

After all, Hitomi Kuroki is a woman, and Japan is still an extremely patriarchal society, so relying on her is of little use.

just now……

Bai Feng quietly took another look at Watanabe Chunyi. This old man was indeed a bit smart.

It is estimated that this old man has long understood that he needs to cooperate with others.

Well, that must be the case, this old man is extremely confident.

By the way, it seems that working with this old man is not bad. Don’t underestimate this old guy. He has a very high status in the Japanese literary world.

To put it simply, at least you can cover yourself.

Even if there is any conflict with that old Ishihara thief in the future, I will have a Buddha here who can calm the situation.

So, cooperation is no problem.

There are areas where the interests are consistent with each other, and there are also mutual exchanges of interests.

So...right, price.

All transactions in this world are ultimately concluded because of price.

Bai Feng has to get greater benefits.

"Mr. Watanabe, I really like your works." Bai Feng said this, his big hands were a little dishonest.

But in this scene, only Kuroki Hitomi suffered a loss, and Watanabe Junichi and Ai Qicai both wanted to laugh.

No way, what Bai Feng said was very interesting, saying that he likes Watanabe Junichi's works. This work... His works are really racing.

Then, "But, I feel like I'm at a disadvantage."

He suffers?
Watanabe Junichi was a little puzzled, "I can endorse you in the Japanese literature circle. Just this one, many people will not be able to restrain themselves."

There is nothing wrong with what the old man said.

Bai Feng also nodded, but heard him say: "But after all, this is using my own vicious eyes, right?"

Hmm...that makes sense.

Watanabe Junyi understood and immediately said: "Mr. Bai, tell me your conditions."

Bai Feng didn't hide it, "It's very simple. If we want to do it, we can do it big. I am originally an advertising person, so it is natural to develop into film and television.

And coming to Japan, isn't this the background for the common development of economy and trade between our two countries?

So, just discovering new people?

It is easier to make money this way, after all, the cost is low, but I like to make big moves.

It's meaningless to make a fuss.

So... Mr. Watanabe, please bring out your work as well. "See you soon!"

When Lan Jian heard this, he couldn't help but admire him very much. Boss Bai was indeed very courageous.

Kuroki Hitomi also put her small hand into her mouth, looking surprised.

After all, this is Junichi Watanabe, one of Japan's most popular writers, and companies that want to adapt his novels have to wait in line.

Bai Feng's direct request was indeed a bit excessive.

But this is his habit as an advertiser.

Let’s make a quotation, so how do we get it?

How did Watanabe Chunyi know this? After listening to Bai Feng's words, he couldn't help but think deeply.

In fact, the idea of ​​​​collaboration was originally just to see the situation.

Where did you find the work "Midnight Ring"?
The novelist is still a newcomer.

Why did he, Bai Feng, see it?

When I checked this Bai Feng, I found that he was quite famous.

In Hong Kong and Taiwan, his name has appeared in newspapers many times.

This is a bit awesome, and he also came to see Hitomi Kuroki to star.

So, let Kuroki Hitomi test it out.

As a result, the film was a huge success.

At present, the Japanese version will definitely go to all Asia.

Junichi Watanabe is more concerned about 'going to all Asia'.

It should be said that even in the Asian literary world, Watanabe Junichi is very famous.

But, is this famous?
In the Japanese literary world, there is a person who is very strange.

He is Haruki Murakami.

How weird is that?

There are two well-known literary awards in Japan, and these two awards are very powerful.

One is the Akutagawa Award and the other is the Naoki Award.

The Akutagawa Prize is named after Ryunosuke Akutagawa, and the Naoki Prize is named after one of Bunshun's editors.

In fact, both awards belong to Wenchun.

Maybe they never dreamed that Wenchun would later become a gossip magazine specializing in breaking news.

The Akutagawa Prize is considered a newcomer award. If a Japanese novelist wins this award and makes his debut, his future will be limitless.

The Naoki Prize is regarded as the highest award. Every time it is awarded, it is very impressive. A gold screen is placed and all Japanese media come to interview it.

Haruki Murakami is the winner of the Akutagawa Prize, three times shortlisted.

Did not take.

Naoki Prize, shortlisted three times.

Haven't taken it yet.

Six opportunities, two grand prizes, none won.

In the end, Haruki Murakami simply stopped waiting and I left.

His "Norwegian Wood" was a huge success when it was released overseas.

The sales volume of Haruki Murakami's works in Japan is actually average. Well, I can't say that. He is definitely a well-known novelist, but it is really difficult to be among the top few in Japan in terms of sales volume.

But if it compares with overseas sales, Haruki Murakami’s book will simply outsell it.

Basically, it can be said that this book is enough for Haruki Murakami to feed him for a lifetime. This is a novel that is often reprinted.

There may not be exact data, but it is estimated that Haruki Murakami is the best-selling Japanese author overseas.

Junichi Watanabe is very jealous, thinking that I am a leading figure in Japanese literature, but my influence overseas is completely inferior to Haruki Murakami.

Haruki Murakami has never won either the Akutagawa Prize or the Naoki Prize, but someone recommended him to win the Nobel Prize in Literature.

It is true that Murakami won the Nobel Prize for Literature, and so did all Japanese novelists, especially Junichi Watanabe.

His face must be burning.

So, you can actually look at it this way. Haruki Murakami always fails to win the Nobel Prize for Literature. It should be because some Japanese are active.

After Junichi Watanabe saw the success of "Midnight Ring", he felt that he might as well collaborate with Bai Feng.

According to normal logic, "The Ring" was filmed by Lan Yucai, a Hong Kong film director. Bai Feng is a mainlander and is very good at marketing.

Even if it is only a Japanese version of the movie now, it will definitely become a hit once it comes to Hong Kong and Taiwan.

So, what about yourself?

"Which of Lao Cheng's works do you plan to adapt?"

The old man Watanabe finished his thinking and said this.

Bai Feng knew that he had won, and this old man was manipulated by me.

So...of course I'm just pushing the envelope.

"I really like "Paradise Lost" by Mr. Watanabe."

Good guy, just ask for this.

When Junichi Watanabe heard this, his face turned very ugly.

This Bai Feng is really brave enough to ask for a price!

Lan Yucai is not very familiar with this novel. He usually likes to hunt for novels.

I've only heard of it, but since the price is set like this, Boss Bai definitely has his reasons.

Kuroki Hitomi was different, she was anxious.

"Oh, as for this movie...if possible, you can let me star in it."

She is truly a beauty who seizes opportunities.

When Bai Feng heard this, he chuckled and didn't speak, just looked at Watanabe Junichi.

The old man thought for a while, "Let me think about it!"

Bai Feng said: "I know that this work is an important work of Mr. Watanabe, so it will definitely be very sincere. Mr. Watanabe can choose to supervise it. In addition, we can also cooperate with other big companies.

As for the rest... I can run the distribution rights outside of Japan. "

Not to mention, Bai Feng's words definitely touched the old man Watanabe's heart.

It's really tempting.

But, after all, this old man is no ordinary person.

"Anyway, just think about it first."

He emphasized again, and then started drinking with Bai Feng and the others.

Did this old man agree or not?

……

"Of course I agreed."

"Ah? This..."

When Bai Feng left Ginza, Watanabe Chunyi and Lan Qicai naturally left too.

However, Kuromu Tong stayed with him.

Of course this woman has some agenda, and she wants to know the outcome of this negotiation.

Unexpectedly, Bai Feng was so direct.

Is it self-confidence?

Bai Feng smiled and said, "My conditions are good enough. He probably can't find a better offer than mine."

Just so confident.

And does Kuroki Hitomi believe it or not?

"As for this movie..."

"You act, of course there is no problem."

Bai Feng is not a loser, because Kuroki Hitomi is indeed very, very suitable for this role.

She was the one who originally played the role, and Bai Feng had also seen a TV series version of "Paradise Lost".

When that TV series was filmed, the heroine was specially chosen, and her appearance was almost the same as Hitomi Kuroki's.

It's just more vicious.

Even the heroine of the TV series became popular, but her life was not good, and she died of a terminal illness not long after becoming popular.

Therefore, Hitomi Kuroki must play the role.

As for the overseas copyright that Bai Feng wants to obtain... of course it is necessary. Naturally, he will not let go of Japan's box office revenue easily.

In short, I, Bai Feng, have to see money.

When the car arrived at the hotel, Kuroki Tong directly took Bai Feng's hand.

"you……"

"Bai Sang~ Don't you understand other people's thoughts?"

Of course Bai Feng understands, and with a beauty like Kuromu Tong, who would refuse a casual communication.

However, what Bai Feng said was a bit damaging.

"I was worried whether the police would come."

police?

Does this...do you think she is one of those bar girls in Ginza?
"How bad are you!"

This little fist punched up.

I have to say, this woman is really powerful.

And as soon as she got to the hotel room, her little talk started...

　This month as promised, [-] updates per day have been completed. Although this chapter is a bit late, it is considered complete.

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