America: My Time

Chapter 522 Greedy Heart
Chapter 522 The Heart of Greed

A few days later, John discovered that not a single piece of information about the party had leaked out; everything had been suppressed. However, the matter of Yasuko Sawaguchi was not over. Although the scheme at the party had failed, those guys had not given up and were still preparing for an opportunity. Beneath the seemingly calm atmosphere, a terrible undercurrent was lurking.

However, before those guys could bring up Yasuko Sawaguchi again, the matter of Akina Nakamori's family was blown up. These Japanese guys wanted to see John's reaction, to see how John would face such a situation, how he would handle everything, and whether this matter would make John give up on Akina Nakamori.

Of course, there are some guys who are hoping for this to happen. If they can get Nakamori Akina away from John, their chance might come. Japan is never short of beautiful women, and it would be easy to get some of them to work as public relations staff!

Unfortunately, these guys' ideas were destined to fail. John wasn't as angry as they imagined, and he didn't have any dissatisfaction with Akina Nakamori at all. He merely had someone warn her greedy and foolish family members and forbade them from causing Akina any more trouble. This time, John didn't give these greedy guys a good look; the warning was real.

The more Nakamori Akina understood how dark this industry was, the more she realized that to protect her family, she needed to bring them back to their senses from their insane greed. This arrangement was the best; just one party was enough to make her realize that this industry was far more terrifying and insane than she had imagined.

The Fuji Rock Festival arrived quickly, and everything went exactly as John had predicted. TV Tokyo made a fortune; the festival alone had driven the wealthy Japanese into a frenzy. While many felt that Elite Entertainment's expansion of its new talent pool was excessive, with newcomers going straight to a music festival, which displeased rock fans, TV Tokyo paid no heed. Instead, they heavily promoted the festival, even creating a dedicated program. John, true to his word, also supported the festival's promotion.

To John's surprise, those hidden figures didn't rush to cause trouble but chose to remain hidden. It's unclear whether this was due to intervention from Japanese authorities or some other reason. After the summer music festival, TV Tokyo made a fortune. Initially, no one had paid much attention to the Fuji Rock Festival and the summer music festival, but when the results came out, the entertainment industry exploded. No one had expected the two festivals to have such a huge impact. The rock band members who were pushed onto the stage, and everyone who participated in the festivals, became wildly popular.

This result forced those guys in Japan to admire John's abilities and admit that his star-making methods were too powerful. It was precisely because the two music festivals became an instant hit that more people went crazy for them. These were two permanent music festivals, so many people in the industry started to pull strings and use all their connections to achieve this.

While many in the industry acknowledged that these two music festivals were effective promotional tools, they hadn't anticipated their far-reaching impact. The entire Asian continent covered the festivals, generating considerable attention. The Japanese organizers were extremely satisfied with the outcome, believing their efforts had paid off and their support for TV Tokyo had not been wasted. With increased fame and influence, TV Tokyo had also reaped significant benefits.

Are there any envious people? Of course, but no one can take these two projects away from TV Tokyo, because TV Tokyo has already registered them, and it has long controlled the venues for the two music festivals, leaving no room for its enemies to scheme.

Initially, many people didn't understand why TV Tokyo would pay such a high price. Some thought it was just a way to give back to the Japanese government for its support. Now they understand that it's not about giving back at all, but about profit. The three host cities have all benefited greatly, and if this continues, it might become a famous tourist destination.

"It seems we all underestimated this person's ability to manage entertainment. These two music festivals not only promoted Japan but also made them a fortune. Some people complained that we shouldn't support such meaningless music festivals, but now they've finally shut up. This level of influence is comparable to the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. It's truly a win-win situation!"

"Yes, we did underestimate their capabilities. Although the Phoenix Group's strong promotion is behind this success, holding a music festival was indeed a good choice. Why didn't we think of that? This is something we should think about!"

"Speaking of which, some people are dissatisfied. The Fuji Rock Festival's push for newcomers has made some people in the industry unhappy, and the appearance of idols at the summer music festival has also made many people in the industry unhappy. These are minor issues, and we hope that they can be improved next time, after all, they are related to our promotional work in Japan!"

In an instant, everyone stared at this arrogant guy as if he were a fool. How much bribes did he receive to dare say such a thing? The two major music festivals were not under their control, and everything was controlled by Tokyo TV. It was perfectly normal for them to want to promote their group's newcomers. What small problem? That was all nonsense! "I don't want to hear such words again. I know many of you have received various invitations, but you must remember that the two major music festivals are not under our control, nor are they something we can interfere with. If anyone insists on doing something foolish, and something goes wrong, they will bear all the responsibility!"

Many people are unwilling to let go like this, but it's useless to be unwilling. They are powerless to change the situation, and this is indeed not something they can interfere with. If their stupidity causes a crisis for the two major music festivals and affects Japan's promotional plans, then someone must be held responsible, and the local governments of the three regions will not accept it.

"Don't ruin the adults' plans, and don't do anything foolish. No matter what connections you have, if you affect the overall situation, you will have to bear all the consequences!" As if worried that these guys in front of him hadn't taken his words to heart, he reminded and warned them once again.

Nowadays, countless people in the Japanese entertainment industry are eyeing the two major music festivals, from trying to seize the hosting rights to placing their own artists in them. Every day, people dare to offer their opinions, express their ideas, and talk about their ideals.

Was the success of the two music festivals solely due to the efforts of the Japanese? No, it was all John's doing. Without Phoenix Media and the power of Legendary Entertainment, such influence would be impossible. Anyone who tries to take over the two music festivals at this point is simply dreaming.

Even if they could secure the hosting rights, how much influence would they ultimately retain? No one would accept that unless they were a fool. Moreover, from the very beginning, TV Tokyo had made comprehensive preparations to prevent anyone from getting involved.

"Mr. Morita, you know what Mr. John is saying right now. Time is of the essence for us. Our demand for iron ore is constantly increasing. If this demand cannot be alleviated, it will inevitably affect the overall development of Japan!"

“I can’t do anything about it. John just said he would do his best. You all know the situation of Quantum Mining in Australia. You had your own ideas back then and didn’t give enough orders, so it’s very difficult to temporarily increase the share of iron ore. Quantum Mining has its own needs, not to mention it has to meet the needs of Taiwan and South Korea. There’s not much share that can be adjusted!”

"We didn't expect Japan's economy to develop so rapidly, nor did we anticipate the explosive growth in real estate, let alone the changes in the shipbuilding industry. All of these things came together to create the current situation. If we can't open up the market through Quantum Mining, we will still be at a disadvantage when it comes to iron ore price negotiations next year. This time, I'm afraid Quantum Mining will not continue to stand on our side, but on the side of the mining industry! If raw material prices rise, it will have a huge impact on us. The appreciation of the yen has already affected some of our exports!"

Akio Morita was well aware of the current situation in Japan's steel industry, but even if he knew, it wouldn't help. This was not a problem he could solve. Moreover, after sensing the scheming at the party, Akio Morita adopted a cautious attitude towards these guys, fearing that he might be careless and put himself in danger.

"This is not something I can solve, and I don't think I have that ability. It concerns the development and profits of Quantum Mining. Do you think I can influence John, that little fox? Besides, as I said before, some people's actions have already displeased this little fox. If this continues, things may become more troublesome and dangerous."

"What could be more troublesome than his early repayment? This will seriously affect our profits. Compared to the raw material issue, I'm more worried about the financial situation. This little fox has hundreds of billions of dollars in loans among the major banks in Japan. Even if he repays a small portion of it early, it will be enough to disrupt our original plans." For these Japanese banks, the last thing they want to see is John's early repayment. Losing such a valuable customer would have a significant impact on them. However, they are currently powerless to do anything about it. After understanding John's thoughts, they can only sigh in their hearts. It's impossible to stop him, given how crazy the Japanese real estate market is right now!

(End of this chapter)