“I suggest giving up Lucasfilm.”

Speaking is a director of Disney, who represents the interests of some investment institutions on Wall Street. "This acquisition has dragged Disney into a quagmire."

This is Walt Disney's routine board of directors, and the atmosphere this time is more serious than the last meeting.

Sitting in his own position, Ryan never spoke much. The board of directors said this, he was not surprised at all. People on Wall Street care about their own investment interests.

If they can bring benefits, they will support them, and vice versa.

"I agree with Mr. Terrys," said Crete Disney, "Disney has paid a heavy price for this acquisition..."

Listening to the other party's endless words, Ryan did not react at all. Roy Disney's son, apart from boasting and delusions from time to time, did not have much practical ability or experience. His ability to join the board was just Ryan's initial commitment to Roy Disney.

"Disney is now plagued by negative news." Crete Disney's voice suddenly increased, "Management must be responsible for this."

His eyes slowly turned to Ryan, and when they touched Ryan's sharp eyes, they immediately took them back.

"Who will be responsible?" Ryan asked slowly.

Crete Disney opened his mouth, hesitated for a while, and then gritted his teeth, "Ryan, most of the negative news is concentrated on you and the people around you. Now Disney's market value has dropped by $5 billion. Shouldn't you be responsible for this?"

"Oh?" asked Ed Kamur, "then your opinion is..."

"Resigned from the position of chairman."

Without hesitation, Crete Disney said directly, "This can stabilize investors' confidence and believe that Disney's stock price will soon rise to its original height."

Just look at Crete Disney and you will know that after Roy Disney's death, the Disney family was ruined since then, and it is really not unfair.

Shaking his head, Ryan said, "Does anyone else think so? If you have any opinions about me, you can post it."

There was a silence in the conference room. Even if someone really had such an idea, he would not say it directly. Everyone knew that it was impossible to force Ryan to resign from his position as chairman unless he voluntarily gave in.

The board of directors did not last long, mainly discussing the antitrust investigation currently accepted by Disney. In fact, it is not difficult for Disney to escape. As long as the pushers behind the scenes disappear and as long as a fine is paid, the investigation will naturally end.

After all, Disney is not the Microsoft and Apple today, and Google later.

As for other matters, Ryan had discussed with Robert Eiger and Cook Dick a long time ago, and some things should not be known to many people.

News Corp's main target was focused on him. He himself was the target in the open. News Corp wanted him to distract himself from this. Ryan also attracted the main firepower of News Corp to himself so that the secret layout would be more convenient and quick.

The board ended. Ryan and Nicole went back to their respective offices to change into their dresses, left Burbank by car, and went to the Four Seasons Hotel to attend a charity dinner in the media industry. Many media giants would appear at the dinner, including the Murdoch and his wife.

"Honey."

Sitting in the back seat of the car, Ryan said to Nicole, "Remember to remind me that after this incident, clear Crete Disney from the board."

"Over the Disney family..." Nicole frowned.

"No need to worry too much now," Ryan shook his head. "This was not eight years ago, when we wanted to use the Disney family to stabilize people's hearts. Now, there is no need for this."

"I will communicate with Ed and the others."

Speaking of which, Nicole also found it funny. Crete Disney wanted to force Ryan to resign. At least, you should look at the chips in your hands first?

Robert Eiger, Cook Dick, Ed Camel, and the interests she and Ryan represent, hold nearly 65% ​​of Disney equity. What does the Disney family use to get Walt Disney again?

"Don't underestimate anyone, even if it's recognized waste."

When he got off the bus, Ryan whispered to Nicole, "He might have received some support from someone."

They ignored the surging journalists and paparazzi. Under the escort of many bodyguards, Ryan and Nicole quickly walked across the red carpet, entered the hotel, and came all the way to the banquet hall where the charity party was held.

They came later, and there were already many people sitting in the huge banquet hall, many of them were acquaintances.

For example, Summer Redstone, he came over and shook hands with Ryan. It seems that in the media that have been chasing behind News Corporation and slandering Ryan and Disney these days, Viacom has never had any share.

"Hey, Somer." Ryan deliberately reminded him, "Paramon still owes me Star Trek's split and a loan."

"I promise!" Summer Redstone's face was grafted without any expression, "It's not a cent less than yours."

The two of them exchanged some casual greetings and walked towards their respective seats. Ryan just reminded each other that it would be okay to follow the news group and get a bargain, but there are some things that should not be done too much.

Ryan and Nicole's seats are in the front row. The one sitting at the same table is also the top rich people in the United States, and they can also be regarded as old acquaintances, Paul Allen, one of the founders of Microsoft.

I shook hands with Paul Allen and his wife, and the two started chatting, and the topic quickly came to the Super Bowl in February.

"What a pity." Paul Allen looked regretful, "After Tom Brady joined, our competitive level rose sharply. We also scored into the Super Bowl for the first time this year, but unexpectedly fell in the last half minute."

"The Seahawks' members are well structured and the running-in is mature." Ryan also watched the live broadcast of that game. "The Seahawks will be the most powerful competitors in the Super Bowl in the next few years."

Speaking of which, the Seattle Seahawks lost very badly.

They had already hit the opponent's four-yard line when they were four points behind. Although there was less than a minute left, it was enough for them who had three offensive opportunities. Just one touchdown would be enough to kill the New England Patriots.

Perhaps Tom Brady, who performed well in the whole game, was stunned and did not choose the running back who was the safest and easiest to score on the ground, but chose to pass the ball. What was even more tragic is that when he was only one yard away from the end line and the outside hand to catch the ball for a touchdown, Tom Brady's pass was intercepted by the New England Patriots, and the Seahawks lost the Super Bowl.

Only two tables away from Ryan and Nicole, Rupert Murdoch and Wendy Deng were also chatting and laughing with others. Unlike Ryan, their eyes would occasionally sweep over Ryan's table.

With the fiercer competition and the despicable means, the original alliance between the two sides has long disappeared. Rupert Murdoch is very clear about this and also knows that Ryan must be under tremendous pressure now. Even if the other party runs to him and denounces him with a harsh voice, he will not be surprised.

But what he didn't expect was that the other party's expression was very relaxed. Even Nicole Kidman's face did not change at all when he saw him. Is this the acting skills of the Oscar-winning actress and actress queen, or are they confident that they will recover the situation that is about to collapse?

Of course, Murdoch would not be surprised by this situation. There are many people who are fighting to the death in the mall, and there are still people who are relaxed and comfortable in public. This only shows that Ryan Jenkins has strong psychological qualities and fighting spirit, just as rumored.

Unfortunately, some things cannot be solved by fighting spirit.

Of course, Ryan saw the Murdoch and his wife, but he didn't care. He reached their position. Even if there was a deep hatred between them, he would not break up in public.

Besides, it is not certain who will be the final winner.

Charity parties are nothing more than that, socializing, donating a suitable amount of charity, auctioning or buying expensive items that do not have much practical value...

As the party was coming to an end, Murdoch and Wendy Deng suddenly came over.

"Don't mind talking privately, Ryan?"

Standing at the table, Murdoch's words were still full of politeness, but the arrogance of fully mastering the initiative was also shown.

"why not?"

Standing up, Ryan handed his arm to Nicole, Nicole held it and walked towards the terrace first.

"It's all about fighting!"

Wendi Deng muttered dissatisfiedly and followed Murdoch with her arms around.

This is a spacious terrace. After Ryan walked in, he whispered a few words to the waiter. Nicole opened his handbag and handed over the tip. The waiter immediately walked to the other guests and asked them to leave here temporarily.

Some people were naturally dissatisfied, but when they saw Ryan standing in the middle of the terrace, they walked in, and then they were the Murdoch and his wife. Thinking of the current dispute without gunpowder in Hollywood and the entire media industry, even though they were full of curiosity, they still voluntarily withdrew from this place.

After finding a table near the edge of the terrace, Ryan first pulled the chair for Nicole, and after Nicole sat down, he sat next to him, and then made a gesture to the Murdoch and his wife who were following behind him.

There was no one else here. Ryan and Nicole had already put away their polite smiles. With the current situation on both sides, there was no politeness.

"Rupert." Ryan held the cup in front of him and slowly turned it on his hand, looking extremely impolite, "Tell me if you have something to do."

"Ryan..." Murdoch didn't care. In his opinion, the winner didn't need to care about this, "The competition between us should be over."

"What conditions?" Ryan raised his eyebrows. This world will not lose pie.

"You quit this competition." Murdoch said directly.

"Give up Lucasfilm, that's it?"

The other party created such a huge momentum just for this? Ryan didn't believe it, just as he didn't believe that wolves would change to vegetarian food. (To be continued)
Chapter completed!