He originally thought that Gu Ran was just a Chinese who knew nothing, but he didn't expect that Gu Ran would be much more difficult to deal with than he imagined.

After Warner's agent sorted out his thoughts, he said, "Mr. Gu Ran, it's not impossible to negotiate the total box office share and the backend share. It's just that your asking price is too high. After all... you haven't produced any works before."

Gu Ran didn't look at the Warner agent well, "So, you guys just give the price based on the person, not the work, right?"

Warner's agent shrugged and said, "No, I mean, if you were famous, there would definitely be greater benefits, but now, you are obviously not that famous, and your asking price does not match your status."

Warner's agent continued, "This is not targeting you. I'm just stating a fact. What you said about Hollywood giving screenwriters a share of the total box office is true, but those screenwriters are generally top names, and they are also directors or producers - like Mr. Nolan. There is almost no box office share given to screenwriters alone. Even if there is, it is definitely not a guaranteed share, but a share without a guaranteed bottom line."

"If there is no guaranteed share, then there is an element of gambling, for example, the total box office must reach a certain point before the share conditions can be triggered."

"Moreover, the current highest share of the total box office is 0.06%."

"In addition, the film association and distributors will take the lion's share of the back-end revenue, and the screenwriter can only get 2.5% at most."

"So... according to your status and position in Hollywood, Mr. Gu Ran, we can probably only give you 0.02% of the total box office share and 1% of the back-end revenue share."

"Believe me, Mr. Gu Ran, this is definitely the highest treatment you can get for your first script writing."

Warner's agent's argument makes sense.

If Gu Ran had not been reborn, he would have been convinced by his words.

But unfortunately, Gu Ran didn't buy it.

Gu Ran smiled coldly, "Mr. Agent, I really don't have any fame in Hollywood. But your Warner Bros. is not an ordinary company. You are a film and television company that has produced world-class movies such as Casablanca, The Matrix, Batman, Harry Potter, and The Lord of the Rings. You shouldn't be like small film and television companies that only serve people based on fame, but should focus on real materials."

Gu Ran said confidently, "And I am the real deal. I didn't ask for a sky-high price right away, I just think my talent is worth it. I can say responsibly that my hand-drawn script can at least shorten your filming schedule by more than two times. Your filming schedule will be shortened, which also means you can save a lot of venue fees and cast and crew fees - you will definitely not lose out."

"Of course, if you think I'm easy to bully and talk to because I'm Chinese, then you're totally wrong. I'll throw this script into a corner and put it aside, and I won't sell it at a low price."

Warner's agent was shocked by Gu Ran's attitude.

As an agent, he has met many Chinese people in Hollywood. Most of them have honest faces, are careful in what they say and do, never refute anything, and are even a little overly submissive.

Therefore, this agent has a natural stereotype that all people with black hair and yellow skin are easy to fool.

But what he didn't expect was that Gu Ran was not at all what he thought.

Gu Ran...is very hard!

Warner's agent broke out in a cold sweat.

Rachel next to her was also secretly anxious. She was worried that if Gu Ran really didn't sell the script, then Annie would lose the opportunity to work with Nolan and play Catwoman.

Rachel quickly winked at Anne on the other side.

Annie immediately frowned and said, "Mr. Agent, are you discriminating?"

Rachel: Wait! I'm not asking you to stand up for Gu Ran! Warner's agent quickly wiped the sweat off his face, "No, no, no, Ms. Hathaway! That's absolutely not the case!"

Gu Ran smiled generously, "I believe he is not, otherwise, I would have flipped the table now."

Warner's agent quickly said, "Yes, yes, I'm not. I really am not."

Annie nodded slightly. "In short, I support all of Gu Ran's decisions. This hand-drawn script belongs to Gu Ran, and he has the right to ask for a price. I also think that Gu Ran's offer is fair and reasonable, and he is not deliberately asking for an exorbitant price. Even if I can't play Catwoman because of this, I don't care."

Anyway, if I don't play Catwoman, I can find an opportunity to stay and pester Gu Ran to hand-draw a new script.

Anne felt very happy.

Warner's agent quickly changed to a more respectful attitude and said carefully: "Mr. Gu Ran, maybe what I said just now was not very good, but please believe that we at Warner are sincere to you. If we were not sincere, we would not have rushed over immediately. I sincerely suggest that you do not adopt the model of box office sharing and back-end sharing. You can directly take a buyout fee. We can increase the buyout fee to... 1.8 million US dollars! And pay it to you in one lump sum! As long as you agree, you can get this huge sum of money now!"

Directly increasing the installment payment method from 1.25 million to a one-time payment of 1.8 million, this treatment is definitely sincere and tempting.

However, Gu Ran didn't take 1.8 million US dollars seriously at all.

This period is the World Cup period, and Gu Ran gambles every now and then. Now he has 1.5 million pounds in his hands.

Gu Ran said coldly: "I don't want a buyout fee, I just want the total box office and backend share, otherwise, there is no need for us to talk anymore, just have a meal and go home."

That’s right! That’s how you have to treat them!

It's up to you to shoot or not! If not, I'll still go play football! Warner's agent panicked and looked at Nolan for help.

When Nolan heard that Gu Ran was not going to sell the hand-drawn script of Batman 3, he quickly said, "Gu, don't! Don't do that! Such a good script can't be left lying around in the corner like that! Isn't it just a question of profit sharing? That's easy! I'll ask Warner Bros. to modify my contract. I'll take less of the total box office share and back-end revenue share, and give my share to you!"

Gu Ran smiled and said, "No, Christopher, you may not understand. This is not a question of how much money is, but a question of recognition. My request is not excessive. If Warner and DC recognize me, then they should give me this treatment, because I deserve it. How about this, I will also take a step back to show my sincerity: let's make a bet agreement. If the global box office of Batman 3 cannot exceed 1.2 billion US dollars, my script will be given to you for free, without a penny."

"1.2 billion US dollars?!"

Everyone present was shocked by Gu Ran’s words.

Annie anxiously pulled Gu Ran's clothes, "Gu! A box office of 1.2 billion US dollars is too difficult. This is a height that is almost impossible to achieve."

Rachel also hurriedly persuaded, "Yes, Gu, it's better to be safe. There are not many movies that have a global box office of 1 billion now. 1.2 billion is simply impossible."

Gu Ran smiled and said, "Since I dare to make such a bet, I have the confidence. If the total box office of Batman 3 is less than 1.2 billion US dollars, then not only will I give you this script for free, but I will also give you a hand-drawn script for free in the future... Interstellar."

Upon hearing this, Warner's agent and the great director Nolan's eyes lit up! Getting two genius-level free scripts without spending a penny, isn't that too cool?

The agent asked anxiously, "Mr. Gu Ran, are you sure you want to do this?"

Nolan said excitedly, "Interstellar? It must be a good name! Gu, tell me what kind of story this is?"

Gu Ran smiled and said, "This is a story about quantum entanglement and human thinking."

"Wow!" Nolan shook his legs excitedly. "Oh my God! Quantum entanglement! Isn't this the topic I want to talk about the most? Gu, please hand-draw this script quickly! I beg you!"

Gu Ran smiled and said, "Don't worry, let's do it step by step and finish Batman 3 first. Mr. Agent, I'm sure I want to make a bet with you. You'd better make a decision as soon as possible. I don't want to be distracted by the script. After all, my main job is playing football. I'm about to play in the finals of the national competition. I don't want to be distracted by the script."

"Okay, okay!" the agent said quickly, "I'll discuss this with the top executives at Warner and DC right away."

After saying that, the agent stood up and left the room, going outside to make a private phone call to report.

Taking advantage of this time, Gu Ran asked Bella to call the waiter to serve the food, and they ate while waiting for the results.

Ten minutes later, Warner's agent came in with a red face holding the phone, "Mr. Gu Ran, I have just communicated with the senior executives. The senior executives generally believe that you are a rare talent. So although we have never had such a precedent for profit sharing, we are willing to create such a precedent for you - when the total box office exceeds 1.2 billion US dollars, we will activate your 1% share of the total box office and 5% of the back-end income."

"Haha! That's great!" Nolan clapped happily.

This meant that he could start filming directly using Gu Ran’s hand-drawn script.

Anne and Rachel are naturally very happy - Anne can play the classic role of Catwoman.

Gu Ran also smiled faintly, "Very good, then prepare the contract."

The script issue can finally come to an end. All that’s left is to go through the process and then say goodbye to Annie, so that I can devote myself to the finals!

Warner's agent didn't even bother to eat. He immediately took out his laptop and modified the details on the standard contract template.

Rachel also helped draft the bet contract.

After both sides worked together for more than half an hour, the gambling agreement and the script contract were drafted.

Nolan's assistant borrowed a printer from the restaurant and printed out two contracts.

Rachel reviewed it carefully first, and then handed the agreement and contract to Gu Ran after finding that there were no problems.

Done!

All three parties are happy!

Warner Bros. felt that they had gotten a great deal - after all, a total box office of $1.2 billion was an almost impossible height to reach, and they felt that they could get Gu Ran's two scripts for free!

Rachel also felt that she had gotten a great deal - Annie got the role of Catwoman without doing anything! As for Gu Ran... that was even better.

I've lived with Annie for so long, got the talent point bubbles for free for so long, hand-drew the script for "Batman 3", and took this opportunity to open up a channel to Hollywood. It feels so good.

Nolan stood up and shook hands with Gu Ran to say goodbye. "Gu, I will go back right now to prepare for the production of Batman 3, and we will try to start filming within a week. Oh, by the way, Annie, you have to go back to the United States earlier. DC will give you some Catwoman training before you join the crew."

Without waiting for Anne to answer, Rachel said quickly, "Don't worry, Mr. Nolan. We have already booked a flight for this afternoon. We will be able to return to the United States tomorrow and get back to work."

Although Annie was very reluctant, she still said to Nolan very professionally: "Yes, Mr. Nolan, I am very much looking forward to working with you."

Gu Ran also smiled and said, "Christopher, I wish you a safe journey."

Before Nolan left, he couldn't help but say, "Gu... please take some time to hand-draw that Interstellar you mentioned and show it to me!"

Gu Ran smiled and said, "Okay, wait until I'm free."

As for when I'm free...that depends on when I feel like it.

After getting Gu Ran's "promise", Nolan happily left the restaurant with his agent and assistant.

After leaving a few tips, Gu Ran left the restaurant with Annie, Rachel and Bella.

Now, it's time to say goodbye to Annie.

Several people walked to the parking space on the side of the road.

Rachel deliberately pulled Bella to create space for Annie and Gu Ran.

Before Gu Ran could speak, Annie burst into tears. "Gu... I can't bear to leave you. When I think of the happiness we once had together, I can't bear to leave you even more."

Light~ A bright red talent point bubble then appeared under Annie's feet.

This is the second talent point bubble she has dropped today.

Gu Ran also looked reluctant, "Annie, don't cry, I will be sad. We are just separated temporarily, it's not like we will never see each other again."

As he spoke, Gu Ran hugged Annie and concentrated his mind to collect Annie's last talent point bubble through the air.

Annie leaned into Gu Ran's arms, "Gu, will you come to Hollywood to see me?"

Gu Ran nodded and said, "Yes, Annie, as long as I have time, I will definitely come to see you."

Annie said with tears in her eyes: "Well, Gu, I'll wait for you..."

"Goodbye, Annie."

"Kiss me, please, like you have done thousands of times." Anne closed her eyes and offered her flaming red lips.

So, Gu Ran played handball while kissing Annie affectionately -

“Ahem!”

Rachel appeared beside them both with a straight face.

Annie hugged Gu Ran tightly, fearing that Rachel would separate them.

Gu Ran also frowned slightly: Not even letting me kiss you goodbye, isn't that too much? Then Rachel lectured him in a parental tone: "Annie, I'm not saying anything bad about you, but why can't you remember your identity as a Hollywood star? This is on the street, what if you are recognized? And the key now is not you, but Gu! If you do this, it will bring a lot of unnecessary trouble to Gu! You are not a child anymore, you should think more about Gu!"

Annie was about to retort, "...Huh?"

Gu Ran: ...Why do I feel like a mother-in-law is protecting her son-in-law?

"What are you guys still standing there for?" Rachel urged, "Get in the car, hurry up."

Holy shit…

This is such a huge change!

Gu Ran said a little embarrassedly: "How about not doing it?"

Anne said excitedly to Rachel, "Thank you Rachel - we'll be there soon."

After saying that, Annie pulled Gu Ran into the back seat of the Porsche Cayenne.

Bella asked cautiously, "Rachel, weren't you against them being together before?"

Rachel rolled her eyes at Bella in annoyance, "I've never objected! From the first time I saw Gu Ran, I knew he was very capable! Annie is a little naive, but Annie's vision is not low! The man Annie is interested in is of course an excellent man!"

Bella: ...

Rachel added: "Okay, stop standing there, hurry up!"

Bella's eyes lit up, "Should I go in and say goodbye to Gu Ran too?"

Is there such a good thing???

Although nothing has ever happened between Gu Ran and me, but... Gu Ran has seen photos of me without any clothes on!

If we go by first come first served order, I'm ahead of Annie! It's only right to go in and say goodbye! Nothing wrong! Rachel scolded, "What are you thinking about every day? I mean, come and stand next to the car with me to block the glass for them so that they won't be discovered by passers-by."

"Oh..." Bella quickly stood up.

"Ah, young lovers, you must have a lot of private things to say when you say goodbye. As someone who has been through this, I can understand that."

"Rachel, you're such a good agent." Bella complimented at the right time.

"That's right, haha!" Rachel laughed especially happily when she thought that Annie really made a fortune this time.

After a while.

The shock absorber springs of the Porsche Cayenne began to shake violently.

Bella said in astonishment: "Rachel, what happened? Why did the car suddenly start to shake?"

"Huh? Probably..." Rachel glanced back and quickly turned around, "...Young people nowadays! I just asked them to communicate in the car, not to communicate like that!"

Bella looked over curiously, "What kind of...Oh! My God! Oh! Oh! Oh!"

"Stop looking! Why are you still shouting?"

"So what should we do now? The car is shaking too much."

Rachel said, "Don't panic, let's dance along too, so passers-by won't find it weird. Come on, follow the rhythm..."

"I'm having trouble keeping up..."

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(End of this chapter)