Study System: I'm a 38-Year-Old Student-Chapter 273 - 186: The Art of Negotiation

Additionally, Ma Weiguo himself is very fond of the book "Three-Body Civilization," so upon hearing that Qiao Meng was meeting Shen Qiushan tonight to discuss collaboration, he specifically canceled his original engagements.

"Let me introduce."

"The lead singer of the Red Rose Band and Secretary of the Youth League Committee at Sanjiang University, Lin Xiamo."

Shen Qiushan introduced Lin Xiamo.

Qiao Meng had watched Lin Xiamo’s performance videos, and immediately gave some commercial-worthy praises.

The four of them took their seats at the main table.

They chatted while eating.

When they were almost done eating, after a few drinks, Qiao Meng shifted the conversation to the main topic: "Brother Shen, our President Ma really likes your ’Three-Body Civilization,’ and we are very confident we can do a great job in its film adaptation."

"You should be aware of Pentium Film and Television’s capabilities. Nationally speaking, perhaps only we have the ability to produce such a grand sci-fi drama."

"So handing over ’Three-Body Civilization’ to us should be the optimal choice right now."

"I wonder what Brother Shen’s expected price is?"

As Qiao Meng finished speaking,

Ma Weiguo also turned his gaze to Shen Qiushan, observing silently.

Despite Ma Weiguo’s warm and kind appearance, he is actually a smiling tiger, with meticulous thinking and decisive action.

Otherwise, how could he have become the president of Pentium Film and Television!

Shen Qiushan calmly took a bite of his food, then asked in return, "In what way do you intend to collaborate?"

"Exclusive buyout!"

Qiao Meng replied directly.

"President Qiao, President Ma, here’s the thing."

"I have a deep attachment to this book ’Three-Body Civilization.’ A lot of effort went into its creation; it’s like my child!"

"And now you want to buy it. How much do you think is appropriate?"

Shen Qiushan threw the question back at them.

In negotiations!

The later you reveal your bottom line, the better.

So Shen Qiushan wanted to explore their stance first.

Qiao Meng instinctively exchanged a glance with Ma Weiguo, who nodded at her slightly.

Qiao Meng immediately extended her left hand, waving it in front of Shen Qiushan: "Brother Shen, how about this amount?"

"Five billion?"

Shen Qiushan nodded with a smile, "Seems fine."

"But I have additional conditions!"

"Uh..."

Qiao Meng froze for a moment, somewhat speechless, silently thinking: Who gave you the confidence!

To ask for five billion right off the bat!

"Brother Shen, I meant fifty million!"

Qiao Meng quickly corrected.

"Fifty million??"

Shen Qiushan looked shocked, turning to Lin Xiamo, muttering: "Momo, how much did the film rights for ’I Really Didn’t Want to Reincarnate’ sell for?"

"Ten million!"

Lin Xiamo cooperatively answered.

"Oh, so in the eyes of President Qiao and Pentium Film and Television, ’Three-Body Civilization’ is just a few times better than my previous online novel."

"Is that what you mean?"

Shen Qiushan sharply questioned.

"Uh..."

Qiao Meng froze again, and looked towards Ma Weiguo.

The latter picked up the warm towel on the table, wiped his hands, then laughed and said, "Younger Brother Shen, that’s not how the calculations work."

"Fifty million is the price for a top-tier IP. You can ask around. The prices from Pentium Film and Television are consistently top-notch in the industry."

"This is a very sincere offer!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Qiushan nodded with a smile, "I’ve felt Pentium Film and Television’s sincerity."

"Thank you, President Ma and President Qiao, for your hospitality today. Cheers to you both!"

Saying this, Shen Qiushan lifted his wine glass with a smile on his face.

His attitude was also very clear; he did not accept the fifty million offer and had no intention to continue the negotiation.

In other words, the fifty million offer was far from his expected price.