Billy attended to his business responsibilities, feeling unenthusiastic about an entertaining afternoon of cartoons. Lately, he had been highly engrossed in the delivery matters due in 15 days. The Lion King was just a business endeavor for Lux Comics.
-So, Claudia has been ignoring you for a week and doesn't want to talk to you, little boss, - Anne said from the adjacent desk.
-My father told you a lot! - Billy exclaid, indignant at Anne's words.
-Well, look for her. I think she doesn't know what to say or do and is afraid to see you, - Anne said. "Maybe she feels worse than you. Go and have an honest conversation tomorrow. You're a sweet kid, and she'll know if you're telling the truth."
-I'll give it a try, - Billy replied, lowering his head to focus on his drawings. He had ruined quite a few drawings. He wasn't one to make mistakes, but now everything was turned upside down.
That sa afternoon, Mr. Jas Caron entered the boardroom of Caralco Films. Completely confident, he considered the script sent by the Dark Horse Comics kid to be a good one, almost sothing he would have done himself. The eting revolved around the "film project" or "financing proposal." This docunt typically contained detailed information about the script, estimated budget, cast, technical crew, artistic vision, and various expenses, from rented locations to shooting scenes.
The eting proceeded with enthusiasm, focusing on the Terminator 2 project. Jas Caron impressed everyone with his eloquence and almost photographic attention to detail regarding the flow of each scene in the film. anwhile, Mr. Caron was eager to comnce production in May 1990. There were only a few minor details to address in the upcoming months of production. This kid was quite creative. After the eting, Caron purchased so of his comics and saw the evident talent in the child. He had the potential to beco a screenwriter or director. Anyone with such skills could capture the necessary shots, but being a director required more than just creativity.
-Patrick, rember to finalize the details and call Jim Wiatt. Tell him I need to have a very important conversation with him, - Caron said.
-Oh, sir, he's on the phone. He's been waiting for the reasons for the past fifteen minutes. The eting went on for a full hour, and he wants to know the news, - said young Patrick, a recomnded intern who unfortunately got hired after Caron's previous assistant left due to his grandchild being born, opting for early retirent.
-Call him and tell him I'll be on the phone with him in five minutes,- Jas Caron said.
- Where's my lunch? I'm starving, - Jas Caron asked as he organized so papers in his briefcase.
-Hahaha, Mr. Caron, I didn't know... you didn't order lunch, - young Patrick replied.
-Bah... that's what I get for hiring idiots. Co on, kid, go and get so burgers. I talk to give, -Caron responded.
Poor Patrick hurriedly went to get so burgers for Mr. Caron's lunch.
-Hello, this is Shrimp speaking, -
-Jas, - Jim Wiatt replied. - So, how did the eting go? -
- The eting was perfect. Everything went as expected, and I secured a $90 million investnt. I can work with that production budget, - Caron said.
- That's amazing! A blockbuster is taking off, and now all that's left is for you to do a fantastic job, - Jim said.
- Yes, Jim, the film must be incredible. Most of the profits will co from bonuses and box office shares, - Caron said.
-By the way, I need to fulfill a favor for a young boy. The script he wrote was for a Terminator comic series. He offered the script in exchange for promotional consideration on my part. The information can't be made public. His father signed an agreent to keep everything confidential until the boy turns 21, sothing about respecting minors. So close associates may know, but keep it quiet, - Caron explained.
-Of course, I'll make the arrangents. Do you have any ideas on what we could do? - Jim asked.
-We could go for a small advertising campaign to promote his company. Do you still have that friend who works at The New York Tis? They can conduct an interview where I promote the new film and, at the sa ti, the Comic company, - Caron suggested.
-Perfect, I can arrange an interview after you return from your recreational trip. It can be scheduled for late January, - Jim comnted.
-Yes, late January sounds perfect. Oh, get Linda Hamilton's phone number. She'll be in the second installnt with Arnold - Caron said.
-And Arnold's number? -
-I have that one. I'll call him later, - Caron replied.
-Well, let know if there's anything else I can assist with. Just give a call - Jim said.
-I have one more thing, -Caron said.
-What is it? -
-Keep an eye on that kid. All the drawings he has are brilliant, and his potential is great. He could be the next Francis Coppola in scriptwriting, and I dare say that if he becos a director, we'll have another blockbuster saga or a star-maker. He has created, so keep updated on the kid's news. His ideas are promising, -Jas Caron said.
-Well, I'll keep you updated on the news from Lux Comics. If soone is talented, it's worth keeping an eye on them," Jim Wiatt said. With a hint of evident surprise in his voice, he comnted on Jas Caron's praise. He's a demanding person.
Jas Caron was very impressed with the script that young Billy delivered. It was perfect, with a few minor adjustnts. It made a profound impression on Jas Caron's mind. He called it a coincidence, or perhaps it was the outstanding artistic charm that Billy had in describing the scenes. It was very close to what he would call a "perfect" job. He's confident that this work will have a perfect reception.
-Excuse , Mr. Caron, I brought the hamburgers you ordered, - Patrick said nervously from the door. It's been two weeks, and the days have been terrible. From constant reprimands from Mr. Caron to a loss of confidence due to constant mistakes in completing tasks properly. Well, at least he hasn't been fired. He'll make the most of this opportunity while it lasts.
-Ah, yes, I had forgotten. You can go ho for today, kid. We don't have much to do. Get a gift for a beautiful woman and have it in my office tomorrow morning, - Caron said.
-Yes, sir, gladly. Tomorrow, you have a eting at 10:00 am at the Fox Studios with so partners regarding the profits from 'The Abyss' movie, - Patrick said.
-Well, keep organizing my schedule for the next few days, kid, - he said.
-Yes, sir. Have a good afternoon, -Patrick replied.
-Kid, take this money and buy sothing nice, - Caron said.
The young Patrick went off to the jewelry store to find a necklace. He bought one for his girlfriend, and she was fascinated. With a thousand dollars, buying a nice necklace is not a problem.
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