Chapter 230 Illuminati?

It’s actually a bit too early to worry about 9/11.

After all, even if the original trajectory remains unchanged, there are still four years from now.

And with the existence of this big moth like him, there may not be a 9/11 in the future, or it may not be chosen on September 11th.

Although 911 has some special meaning in the United States, because it is the police and fire department number for Americans.

But it makes no difference whether you choose 910 or 912, or any other time.

It may even be one or two years earlier or later.

But there is a high probability that it will happen, even if it is not blowing up a building, it will be other actions that can threaten the safety of Americans.

Because the fact is, some people need to make Americans feel that they are no longer safe.

What do Americans who feel insecure do? They eliminate the things that make them feel insecure from the world.

So this is difficult to change because it is the collective demand of multiple interest groups in the United States.

If there is no September 11th, there will be August 11th or October 11th.

Let's focus on the present. Milo currently has something to deal with that is both somewhat tricky and not too tricky.

"I need an explanation, Mike."

Milo sat on the sofa, his hands crossed in front of him, calmly watching Michael Ovitz walking around the room.

Michael Ovitz, the former president of Disney, was in charge of many things when Milo was working with Disney.

But two years after taking office, Michael Ovitz was fired this year by another Michael.

Not long afterward, this man, who has great influence in Hollywood and is the full-time person and founder of CAA Creative Artists Agency, was recruited by Milo to become the CEO of Robin Agency.

Restricted by relevant U.S. antitrust laws.

According to regulations, media groups, especially film companies, cannot operate cinemas, artist management and film production at the same time.

Simply put, a company can only choose one of these three industries.

Of course, Paladin Media Group chose film production, after all, there were Paladin Films and later Universal Pictures.

But it is clear that cinema operations and entertainment brokerage are not only profitable, but also have a huge impact on film production.

It is understandable that independent film companies do not get involved in these areas.

Firstly, they don't have the capital, and secondly, they are worried that they will be used as an example to scare the oligarchs.

But basically, the media groups behind the Hollywood giants have all been involved in film operations and entertainment brokerage through various indirect means.

The most typical example is Viacom and Columbia Television Group.

Lei Shidong, the old oil man, started out by running movie theaters, and a large part of his profits came from movie theaters.

There was no way the old guy could give up the cinema of experience, but he successfully entered Hollywood.

So actually, it's been so many years since Roosevelt died.

This ban in the American media industry has become meaningless.

Those with backgrounds, backers and capital have never taken this ban seriously.

It just requires transferring the equity several times so that outsiders cannot use this law to find fault, at least on the surface.

Just like the entertainment agency Paladin Media.

On the surface it is a company independent of the media group. Its investor and controlling shareholder is Mrs. Robin Bush Blackburn, and it has no equity relationship with Milo Blackburn.

Even the name is Robin, not Paladin.

From a legal perspective, if we have to take this to court, it can go on till the end of time.

And Michael Ovitz, a giant in the American brokerage circle.

It was after being kicked out of Disney at the beginning of the year that he came to Robin Agency as CEO.

It was Milo who personally recruited him at the time, because to put it bluntly, he was one of the bigwigs in Hollywood. Even without the power of CAA and Disney, Michael Ovitz's understanding of Hollywood and those celebrity artists was unmatched on this planet.

At this moment, Michael Ovitz faced questions from his boss.

"I've already said that this kind of poaching is very common, and brokerage companies often do this to each other." Ovitz spread his hands.

"But Kesen Jack Jones is one of the best agents in the company. If there is any unusual movement on his part, you should be aware of it," Milo said slowly.

"Yes, I know, but you also know it, Boss. People are always careless sometimes, and they do it very covertly and beautifully. If it weren't for Raul from the HR department who discovered the clues, we might not have discovered it until he resigned." Ovitz said defensively.

"Okay, Mike," Milo stood up, "You know, I invited you to come here to be the CEO of the company. I don't care how nicely you decorate the office or how much money you spend, because I hope you can manage this company well. In fact, you have done a good job, and the agency has grown rapidly, and you have made an indispensable contribution, but this cannot be an excuse for you to shirk your responsibilities."

He walked up to Ovitz with his hands behind his back and said, "Although it was Kaisen who betrayed the company first, you are equally responsible, otherwise you wouldn't want me to help solve this matter. But the problem is, I can solve it this time, but what if the same situation occurs next time? Will you still let me solve it? Or do you want to tell me that the passion you promised me to create another glory has run out?"

Ovitz remained silent for a long while before pinching his nose: "Okay, I apologize. I am indeed a little... I will take my responsibility."

A smile appeared on Milo's lips, and he reached out and patted him on the shoulder gently: "Don't be discouraged, Mike, I just want to tell you that I think highly of you. As I said before, the company started to develop rapidly immediately after you took over, and this is all thanks to you. I'm just worried that you are blinded by the current achievements. You know, we still have a long way to go."

"Of course I know." Ovitz laughed, feeling a lot more relaxed. "Don't worry about me, dear boss. I've been through a lot."

"Very good, then I will deal with this matter as soon as possible." Milo nodded.

"Okay." Ovitz breathed a sigh of relief.

"This is a good opportunity, right?" Milo smiled.

Michael Ovitz really has a knack for running a brokerage.

Although in Milo's memory, the agency he re-founded after leaving Disney eventually became obscure.

But that wasn't his personal problem.

From the late 1990s to the early 21st century, there were not as many opportunities as in the 1970s.

The market has been almost divided up, and it is not easy to carve out a path out of it relying solely on personal ability.

As an ancient Chinese saying goes: This is God's will, not the fault of war.

But now it is different. With Milo's full support, especially Milo's accurate vision, Robin Agency has gathered a large number of rising stars, and Ovitz has been able to give full play to his abilities.

To give the simplest example, when Ovitz was CEO of CAA, what he was best at was package sales.

If a film company wants to work with its actors and directors.

Then you also have to accept other people they recommend.

Many film companies are dissatisfied with this, and many producers also complain that their practices increase the cost of filming movies, but in the end they have to accept it.

But after becoming Robin, his methods became more flexible and varied.

Although it insists on selling in packages, it feels less forced.

Don't need this writer? Don't want that lighting designer?

No problem, we can talk about it!

Although Ovi likes a luxurious life, he is very pragmatic at work.

Although the company has just over 100 agents, its influence is already second only to CAA and WMA.

A large part of the credit goes to Ovitz, so Milo said so much just to give him a warning, not to really hold him accountable.

Putting aside the interests, Milo could understand Ovitz's feelings.

Prior to this, he was the CEO of Disney, although he was fired by Eisner after only working for more than a year.

Earlier, he and his friends built an agency with bare hands that was more influential than WMA. He was a powerful figure in Hollywood who could call the shots. He must have been very proud deep down.

Although he accepted Milo's invitation, he was indeed tempted to recreate his glory.

But it is inevitable that there will be some thoughts of taking advantage of seniority, not to mention that the agency is independent of Paladin Media.

There is no legal problem, which means he can often hold all the power.

So Ovitz did not put them in the same position as himself in his heart.

But Milo is not the kind of person who can be evaluated by common sense. The development speed of him and Paladin Media far exceeds people's imagination. After Universal was acquired, it even surpassed Time Warner and Disney, and became a super media group that is qualified to stand on equal footing with News Corporation, Viacom, and Bestman!

It's inevitable that Ovitz felt a little disappointed, as being the CEO of a well-known brokerage firm is certainly a glamorous thing.

But the ones who really have the power to influence the entertainment industry are the heads of these super media groups.

Otherwise he wouldn't have left CAA and gone to Disney.

This is also why Milo said that this agent being poached would be a good opportunity.

Milo wanted to use this opportunity to intimidate other agencies that were eyeing Robin Agency.

It is common for brokerage firms to poach talent from each other.

Even CAA, which has set many benefits and rules for its agents, cannot avoid this.

When Ovitz and a few friends left, several influential agents were poached by them.

And after Ovitz came to Robin, he also poached the famous agent Tracy Jacobs from CAA, which was not a big deal.

But the problem is that I was too careless this time.

If he hadn't been discovered, Kaisen might have leaked the company's client list to WMA...

It was WMA William Morris Agency that recruited him.

It is an old brokerage company founded at the end of the last century and the beginning of this century.

Although for various reasons, its influence is no longer as great as that of CAA.

But it is still the largest agency in Hollywood.

Client lists are very important to brokerage firms, especially those with detailed files.

If competitors get the list, they are likely to take targeted measures to attract customers.

Kaisen Jack Jones is one of Robin's best agents at the moment.

If he was really poached secretly, the company would definitely suffer a huge loss.

Therefore, retaliation must be taken, and it must be resolved with thunder and lightning speed.

Otherwise, you will be looked down upon, and then everyone will want to challenge you.

So Ovitz wanted Milo to help.

Ovitz's idea was simple. He hoped that Milo would use his identity to greet the stars in Kaisen's hands and ask them to terminate their contracts with Kaisen.

It has to be admitted that Ovitz's idea is very feasible in Hollywood.

Although Robin's agency is currently famous for its high-end services, its agents have many big-name stars under their control.

From Tommy Lee Jones to Nicolas Cage, from Zeta-Jones to Sophie Marceau, it also includes many new stars that emerged in the 1990s.

But the biggest and most eye-catching one is the miracle Blackburn who is not a star but more like a star, and also holds the title of director and producer in Hollywood - Milo Blackburn! If Milo is willing to speak, it will definitely work.

Photographed by his status in the media and wealthy circles, as well as his status as a top Draco in the United States.

As long as he opens his mouth, no star will dare to take chances.

It’s just that most people think that a super boss like him who is high up on the list might not pay attention to such things.

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It just so happened that Milo came to visit Robin Company today, and Michael Ovitz chose to tell Milo about this.

Maybe Michael Ovitz wanted to use the boss's image to intimidate the entire Hollywood.

So the next day.

When Michael Ovitz was smiling and chatting with Will Smith and P. Diddy, who won the Grammy Award for "Best Rap Album" for his first studio album this year, he wanted to bring the two into Robin's company.

But he suddenly heard his assistant running over and leaning over to whisper in his ear, "Boss. Kaisen is dead."

"Ah? What?"

Michael Ovitz was stunned for a moment and looked at his assistant, "What did you say? Who died? Kaisen, who is Kaisen? Oh, oh, oh!"

Michael Ovitz reacted and was shocked.

He ignored the presence of two black superstars and asked again: "Are you right? Kaisen, that Kaisen Jack Jones is dead?"

The assistant smiled bitterly. The boss's reaction was too big. The two black superstars now cast their concerned glances at him.

Michael Ovitz saw the assistant's embarrassment, but it was too late to regret it, because black people have always had strange personalities, especially those who have become famous.

But in a flash, Michael Ovitz realized what to do.

"Kesen Jack Jones." Michael Ovitz saw the two black men were surprised, so he smiled and said to them:

"Nicolas Cage's agent, oh, also JAY-Z's agent. He was originally from CAA and joined Robin Agency at the beginning of this year. But he resigned a few days ago."

Kesen Jack Jones is not an unknown person in this circle.

It should even be said that he is a star agent. P. Diddy doesn't know, but Will Smith knows this agent.

And Will Smith also captured the point of what Michael Ovitz just said.

That is, Kaisen was about to resign from Robin Company a few days ago, but he died today.

Will Smith concluded that there must be some cause and effect behind this.

So in the following communication with Michael Ovitz.

Will Smith's attitude was much softer, and even he and P. Diddy were willing to join Robin Company.

Change the previous attitude of asking for this and that.

After they separated, Puff Daddy couldn't help but look at Will Smith and said, "Will, why did you suddenly become such a wimp? You didn't even let me speak just now."

"Kesen Jack Jones is dead," said Will Smith.

The two were driving a sports car towards Will Smith's villa in Beverly Hills.

"If they die, they die. In Los Angeles alone, hundreds of people die every day. One person's death is nothing."

"But Kesen Jack Jones was a white man, an oil man, and a famous celebrity agent. He just wanted to leave Ovitz's company, and he died."

P. Diddy disagreed: "What do white people mean? What do celebrity agents mean? Don't forget, we killed a..."

"Shut up! Sean, is this something you can bring up?" Will Smith scolded him.

P. Diddy was furious, but remembered that Will Smith had a higher status than himself in their inner circle.

He had to say, "Just say it, Will. What do you want to say?"

"I would like to say that we can join Robin Agency."

"The reason? Just because an agent who wanted to leave them died?"

"That's partly the reason, but more importantly, the real boss of Robin & Co. is Milo Blackburn! Do you know what that means?"

P. Diddy looked at Will Smith driving and shook his head.

"Fuck you! You piece of shit! This means we need to make sacrifices, perform various rituals, and try our best to join the Illuminati. But as long as he nods, those people will kneel on the ground to welcome him!"

P. Diddy was silent.

Just thinking about the word Illuminati made the black hip-hop star feel itchy in his throat and painful in his excrement.

Although this is just an illusion now.

But to be honest, he really experienced it! "You mean if we join Robin Company, Milo Blackburn will protect us?"

Diddy said uncertainly, "But there are a lot of artists in Robin's company. There don't seem to be many who have joined or can join the Illuminati?"

"call……"

Will Smith exhaled and slowed down the car because his villa was right in front of him.

"Joining may not necessarily make the Illuminati accept us immediately. But it can increase the probability of them accepting us. Do you understand? Forget it, you don't understand. Anyway, just listen to me. It's just a matter of changing the agency."

"Okay, okay, I'll listen to you." Puff Daddy nodded and stated the conditions, "But I want to sleep with Jada tonight."

"Fuck!" Will Smith drove the car into the parking garage and waited for Puff Daddy to come down. "Remember not to give her too much medicine, or she'll get dizzy in the morning and get suspicious!"

"OK, OK!"

“…”

Milo didn't know yet that these messy black people had a sudden idea to increase their chances of joining the Illuminati by having them join his agency.

After he dealt with this little matter.

I'm currently at Los Angeles International Airport, preparing to head to Asia's neon Tokyo.

But even if I knew.

Milo probably won't care.

Because if he really wanted to intervene, then if he lined up all the male and female stars above the third-tier in Hollywood for shooting, and then shot them all to death, there might be some innocent people involved.

But if we shoot every other person, some people will definitely be missed.

This is Hollywood, a place where real filth and corruption are hidden, where people with basic human morals have no place to stand.

Even Milo could only ensure that a small piece of pure land would be preserved under the shining light of his own.

He doesn't care about anywhere else except the Pure Land.

As long as it can make him money, that's enough.

September 25, 1997.

Around five in the evening Tokyo time.

Milo's palace in the sky slowly stopped on the private helipad of Haneda Airport.

After the engine stopped, a few minutes later, two tall bodyguards in black suits appeared on the plane's ladder.

After receiving a safe signal from below, the two men stepped back.

Then Milo appeared at the door of the cabin, waving to Sumitomo Junko below and walking down with a smile.

The chairperson of Sumitomo United Entertainment Group and a member of the Sumitomo chaebol family, Sumitomo Junko, is currently holding her son, whose English name is Andy Blackburn and Japanese name is Sumitomo Dairo, in her arms, smiling brightly as she watches the arrival of her American lover.

"It's a bit cold. You shouldn't have brought Andy out."

Milo took his son from her, shook his head and criticized her.

“It’s not that cold yet.”

Sumitomo Junko accepted the criticism obediently, but still explained: "He is here to greet his father, so it doesn't matter if it's a little cold."

Milo smiled and looked down at his mixed-race son.

The little guy is almost half a year old, and he must have rolled good numbers in the genetic dice.

He has delicate facial features, bright eyes that seem to be able to speak, and light black but slightly curly hair that shines in the sun. As long as it doesn't grow crooked, he will definitely be a handsome guy in the future.

Perhaps it was the blood connection, because when the little kid saw his father looking at him, he actually smiled broadly at him.

This made Milo like his first mixed-race son even more.

"Let's go." He held his son in one hand and held Junko's hand with the other, "Let's go back first."

"Yes." Sumitomo Junko was extremely obedient.

She doesn't look like the iron-blooded queen that she has been in Japan's entertainment and media circles for over a year.

It's like all the Japanese prime ministers are elected and successfully take office.

The first thing he did was not to convene all departments to meet and implement his own policy ideas, but to immediately go to Washington to visit the current President of the United States.

In this regard, the Japanese do better than the Koreans.

Junko and her country both know who their real masters and backers are.

The result is out, the responsibility is equally shared, I was not careful when turning right, the other party did not have a license plate and was speeding. Fortunately, I bought comprehensive insurance, my own car and other expenses were covered by the insurance company. I am just shocked at the moment, and I will have to go to the vehicle management office several more times in the future... So I would like to advise everyone who has a car, don't save on insurance!

(End of this chapter)