Hardy Empire 1945

night.

The old godfather received a call from a deputy mayor of New York City.

Vito, I saw in the newspaper about MEBO TV and Citibank's instalment loan business. That MEBO TV factory is your son's property, right?

Yes, my youngest son came back from the army and got this property. The old godfather said with a smile.

They have a policy to implement a more favorable policy for the soldiers, 0 down payment to get a TV set, repayment in 12 installments, not a penny of interest, right? the deputy mayor asked.

Yes, Mike and his partners are from military backgrounds, so there is a greater preference for military personnel. The old godfather said.

The deputy mayor sighed: Vito, we have just ended the war. The soldiers have paid a lot for this country and should be taken care of.

I have an idea. I want to promote the TV factory's practice. This is also a compliment and encouragement to the soldiers. What do you think?

Of course, I'm sure the military will be happy to hear the news.

Then let the newspaper publish a report tomorrow, saying that this event was held with the support of the New York City government. What do you think?

No problem at all, I will tell the child, I believe he will be very willing. The old godfather said.

Just like that, Vito, we have a chance to talk again.

Have a chance to talk.

Hanging up the phone, the old godfather smiled. He understood the thoughts of these politicians very well. Some time ago, the newspaper said that some members of Congress suggested that the soldiers sacrificed a lot in this war and paid a lot, and they should be taken care of by the state.

Although the requested funds have not been approved by Congress, public opinion agrees with this statement, and it is also mentioned that local governments should have appropriate policies for military personnel.

This is political correctness.

Zhengchou couldn't find the opportunity, and when he saw the TV factory doing something beneficial to the soldiers, these politicians posted it immediately.

However, this is only good for TV manufacturers, not bad.

And he can also gain a favor.

Such kindness will be repaid in the future.

When he has something to call the other party, the other party is not easy to refuse.

These are actually nothing to the old godfather. He is happy now, more because his son has succeeded.

He is pleased with his son's success.

the next day.

The New York Times published a report.

New York Mabel TV Company offers an interest-free loan 0 down payment preferential activity for military personnel to purchase TV sets. This activity is carried out with the support of the New York City government, in order to reward those soldiers who have made contributions to the country.

At the same time, the newspaper also praised the practice of New York Mabel TV Company, encouraging more companies to make such a move to take care of the soldiers.

Hardy smiled softly after reading the newspaper.

These politicians really have a keen sense of smell.

The rubbing heat of red fruit.

Put gold on your face.

Get a job without spending a penny.

However, this report is also of great benefit to MEBO. More people go to Citibank to apply for loans to buy TV sets, and most of them are soldiers.

How many Americans were in World War II?

According to statistics more than 12.5 million people.

The death toll did not exceed 300,000, that is to say, the remaining 12 million people are all the strong labor of this country, the main force supporting the country in the future, and also the main force of the family.

If these people become their customers.

What a huge consumer group this will be.

To engage in this activity, at least the brand MEBO has established a reputation among this group, which will be of great benefit to the future development of the business.

Also because of this article, more people went to the bank to apply for a loan to buy a TV. The next day there was a **, and after statistics it reached more than 5,000 people.

And according to the feedback from other places, people in other cities also went to the Citibank business department and asked them when the city would hold this event.

Mike finds Hardy again.

Hadi, I want to expand production!

Hardy was taken aback.

Didn't it have been discussed the day before yesterday, I agree with you on the new production line? Hardy wondered why Mike came to talk about this issue again.

Mike shook his head.

The scale I want to expand this time is much larger than what I discussed the day before yesterday. I hope to build a company with an annual output of 400,000 TV sets. Mike said.

Hardy was taken aback.

400,000 units.

It is ten times the current size.

Do you believe in the future of the TV industry? Mike asked.

Of course I do. Hardy nodded.

He even knew that because of the rise of the TV industry in the future, and even the squeezed film industry gradually shrinking, many big film companies would have a hard time later.

In the 10 years after World War II, the number of TV sets in the United States soared from about 1 million to 10 million. In the next ten years, that is, until 1965, TVs became popular, and 30 million households had TVs. machine.

There is no doubt that the TV industry will be a high-explosive and high-profit industry in the next 20 years.

I also believe that, so we need to increase production capacity. I have spoken with the management of Citibank. They are also optimistic about the future TV industry and are willing to lend to us. Now the amount they have agreed to is 6 million.

Hardy was also surprised.

6000000.

Citibank is a big deal.

It seems that they are very optimistic about the industry.

I have already thought about it. I plan to launch 8 14-inch production lines. At least in recent years, 14-inch production lines are still the mainstream, and then I will launch 6 17-inch production lines and 2 19-inch production lines.

When he and Mike discussed increasing production, they talked about the cost of the production line. A 14-inch production line costs about $500,000, a 17-inch production line costs 800,000, and a 19-inch production line costs 1 million.

Hardy did a mental calculation. According to the figure reported by Mike, the total cost would reach 10.8 million, and the bank loan of 6 million would not be enough.

Mike has his own ideas.

Hadi, I plan to negotiate with the company that makes the assembly line. One is to reduce the cost. If we order so many assembly lines, let them reduce the price by at least 10%.

There is also installment payment. I plan to pay them 30% of the deposit first, and then pay 20% of the funds after the completion and acceptance. The latter 50% will be paid off in three years. Of course, the interest will be calculated according to the bank interest.

Hardy found that Mike's approach was shrewd, equivalent to asking the assembly line company to give them a second loan.

At that time, the TV company also began to make profits, and naturally had the ability to repay. I have to admit that Mike's courage is so great that he is worthy of being the second-generation godfather, and he has also shown amazing courage in business.

Okay, I agree! Hardy said.

Mike smiled.

The support of his partners is the greatest support for him, and he is now more confident in accomplishing this.

Hady, I plan to divide into two factories. In the future, our TV sets will be sold in the United States. If they are all produced in New York, transportation will be a big problem. I plan to build a factory in Los Angeles that is the same size as the New York TV factory. Sales.

I will send the management team and technicians over. You don't have to worry about these. You only need to be responsible for the safety of the factory.

Hardy smiled, I'm good at security, don't forget I have HD security.

In fact, Mike was talking about gangsters, and Hardy knew what Mike meant, but he deliberately said HD Security because they were a regular company.

Hearing Hardy's words, Mike also smiled.

The two talked about some details. Mike has investigated that there is also a TV production company in Los Angeles. If it is suitable, he is ready to buy it directly, which is much faster than building it himself, and can also get a group of skilled workers.

When the two were talking, Hardy looked at his watch, and Mike looked at Hardy and knew that he might have something to do, and asked, Are you busy?

My film company's publicity team came to New York today, and I'm going to pick up the plane. They will have a performance in New York to promote the film I invested in. Hardy said.

Is there anything I can do for you? Mike asked, after all, he was the landlord here.

Not yet. The publicity activities have been outsourced to MGM. They have already arranged and signed a contract with a performance company in New York to have a show on Broadway. Hardy said.

Mike looked at the time, I'm fine now, I'll accompany you to pick up the plane.

Does it fit?

Nothing inappropriate. Mike pouted.

The two went to the New York airport in the same car. While waiting, the two kept chatting about the details of building the factory, and Hardy knew what Mike was chasing after him.

It turned out that the topic just now was not finished.

The plane from Philadelphia landed. Director Nolan, Eastwood, and MGM's publicity staff walked out of the aisle. Ava saw Hardy and ran over excitedly and gave him a big hug, even in public. Kiss Hardy.

When Mike saw Ava, he thought that she was really a beautiful woman. No wonder this guy Hardy was not in the mood to talk about tens of millions of business. It turned out to be to pick up beautiful women.

Hardy introduced Mike to everyone, only saying that he was his partner, and everyone didn't know Mike's identity.

That night.

Little is better than newlyweds.

Long drought meets rain.

Hardy sang a song about Changban Slope.

Killed seven in seven out.

Ava lay in the man's arms with a contented face.

Are you tired of running around this time? Hardy asked with concern.

It's really tiring, but it's also very fulfilling. Everywhere I go, people ask me to sing 'Scarborough Fair'. The audience is very enthusiastic. I like this feeling of being liked very much. Ava said.

There is no doubt about Ava's beauty, and people's evaluation of her can be seen in later generations. The feeling she gives Hardy is somewhat similar to the younger version of Brigitte Lin.

People have no resistance at all to such a beautiful woman with a wonderful singing voice.

Hadi, why did you come to New York, did you come to see us on purpose? Ava suddenly looked at Hardy with big eyes and asked.

Yes, are you happy?

Hardy's mouth, deceived people without paying for their lives.

With a happy expression on Ava's face, she kissed Hardy's chest and said, Although I know you're lying to me, I just like to hear it.

This is the last promotion. I will be here with you. When the promotion is over, we will go back to Los Angeles together. Hardy said.

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the next day.

Hardy was picked up by Mike early. The TV factory still had a lot of things to decide, and he had to go to the bank to discuss the loan.

Ava and the publicity team came to the New York Opera House.

Ava stood on the stage, looking at the high dome and round seats, she was standing in the light, and she was very excited.

It is the dream of many singers to perform in this hall. She once had such a fantasy, but she never thought that her dream would come true today.

She knew it was all from Hardy to her.

It's a pity that Hardy went to talk about business, otherwise she would jump into the man's arms and kiss her fiercely.

At this time, a man in his forties walked into the hall, wearing a white suit, his hair was meticulously combed, followed by two assistants.

He walked into the hall and saw Ava Gardner in the light at a glance. Ava was tall and graceful, with long wavy hair and a beautiful appearance. The man couldn't help but move his throat twice and stared hard at Ava up and down. look.

Is she Ava Gardner? the man asked the assistant beside him?

Yes Robin. The assistant said.

Robin smiled, walked to the stage, walked directly to Ava, and said with a self-confident smile on his face: Hello, Miss Gardner, I'm Robin.

Said to stretch out his hand.

Robin is a relatively well-known singer in New York and even in the United States. Although Ava Gardner made her name known to many people with her song Scarborough Fair, she is not like Robin at all. Fab.

In this New York publicity, the team invited Robin to be the lead vocalist, in fact, to use his fame to attract people.

Hello, Mr. Robin. Ava hurriedly smiled and stretched out her hand.

Today was watching the venue and rehearsal, and tomorrow night, the official performance, the two practiced for a while, Ava was going to go back to rest, but Robin stopped her.

Miss Ava, I want to invite you to have a meal, and then let's go around New York to enjoy the night view together, can you enjoy it? Robin said with a smile.

Ava simply shook her head, I'm sorry, I want to go back to rest.

After saying that, he left.

Ava's idea is very simple, she already has Hardy, or she belongs to Hardy now, she knows her identity very well, she can't do things that make Hardy misunderstood.

Even for a meal.

The man in front of him probably didn't just want to have a meal with himself.

Robin was stunned by the woman's actions.

With his fame, money and looks, he took the initiative to invite women, but he was rarely rejected. He didn't expect a little famous singer to reject his invitation, which made Robin a little annoyed.

He thought about it and found the main channel of MGM's publicity: Your Miss Ava is really arrogant, and you won't appreciate it if you invite her to dinner. By the way, my throat has been uncomfortable for the past two days. I don't know if I can perform tomorrow night's performance. If you can't participate normally, and then you screw up your publicity, then I really can't help.

Robin turned and left arrogantly.

The publicity director froze in place, and immediately understood what the other party meant. He had been in the entertainment industry for so many years, and he could guess what happened.

Ava went back to the hotel, and before Hardy came back, the woman changed into loose clothes and started pouring water into the bathtub.

The man promised to come back and have dinner with her.

Not long after Hardy came back from outside, Ava took the bag in his hand with a smile, I put the water in, let's take a shower first?

Hehe, together.

The woman smiled and walked into the bathroom.

At this moment, the phone in the room suddenly rang, and Hardy picked up the phone.

Hello, is that Miss Gardner? came the voice of MGM's head of publicity.

it's me.

Ah~ it's Mr. Hardy, I was looking for you.

Find me?

Yes, I am looking for you, I have something to report to you. During the rehearsal of Miss Ava in the afternoon, our guest singer Robin came. He...

The head of publicity told Hardy exactly what happened.

At this moment, a beautiful leg was exposed from the bathroom door, and half of his face was exposed, and he hooked his fingers at Hadi, which was full of temptation.

Hardy looked at the woman and smiled.

heart says,

This girl is very sensible, so she simply rejected other men and made Hardy like her a little more.

Okay, I know the matter. Hang up the phone and go to the bathroom.

Walking into the bathroom, Ava helped Hardy undress and asked casually, Is there something wrong with the phone?

It's okay, find me.

There's no need to tell a woman that little thing.

There is no need to say it to affect the mood.

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