Chapter 523: Lucas (Character) (Character) Wants to Give Up

Chen Ziqiang's promise, although it temporarily soothed Lucas (Character) (Character), but as Star Wars continued to explode, Lucas (Character) (Character)'s mindset became increasingly unstable.

Regarding the Immortal Gods Code, he found it increasingly difficult to calm down and proceed with the design.

He knew he had a heart condition; the Immortal Gods Code film, he could no longer calm down to handle it.

Watching Spielberg work seriously, Lucas (Character) (Character) made up his mind.

"Brother, I plan to hand this film over to you to direct; what do you think?"

Spielberg didn't expect Lucas (Character) (Character) to suddenly say such a thing; he asked strangely.

"You didn't say this was a film that Azure Rainbow Media specifically assigned you to direct, did you?"

Lucas (Character) (Character) wore a bitter expression.

"I'm so stupid; I let Azure Rainbow Media invest in my company before Star Wars even premiered."

"Now most of Star Wars' profits have been taken by Azure Rainbow Media."

"Brother, you don't know, New World also has Azure Rainbow Media's investment."

"Azure Rainbow Media is basically eating from both ends."

"My heart hurts."

Spielberg somewhat understood his psychology.

He hesitated and asked.

"Will Azure Rainbow Media agree to let me direct?"

"Haven't you already signed a contract with them?"

Lucas (Character) (Character) spread his hands.

"There's no way; you saw it too—whenever I think of my money being taken by Azure Rainbow Media, I can't work peacefully."

"Buddy, I have a heart condition, and besides money, there's no cure."

"I believe President Chen will understand my pitiful self."

Spielberg, annoyed, said.

"Before its release, who would have thought Star Wars would explode like this?"

"They, in order to have you help film the Immortal Gods Code, can be said to have taken on double the risk."

"With such a generous investor, Lucas (Character) (Character), you're simply lucky as hell—don't be ungrateful."

"I think this is good people getting good rewards."

"You really don't plan to film it? This script will definitely be a huge hit!"

Lucas (Character) (Character) nodded.

"What you say makes sense, but if it happened to you, you'd also be in agony—that's over a hundred million dollars, and clearly I could just wait a bit and get it in hand."

"Go ahead and film it; I really can't—just seeing this film makes me think of that money."

Spielberg suppressed his surprise and showed a helpless expression.

"Alright then, I'll do my best, but George, my brother, are you sure others will agree?"

"I can't compare to you."

Seeing Spielberg agree, Lucas (Character) (Character) immediately promised.

"Buddy, there's no one more suitable than you; wait peacefully, I'll go talk to President Chen now."

Chen Ziqiang had by then returned to Gangdao; Lucas (Character) (Character), taking a plane, also caught up to Gangdao.

Eternal Splendor's current set is large, and they are continually building outdoor scenes.

Its scale exceeds that of any film company in Hollywood.

After strolling around Eternal Splendor, his mood improved greatly; working with such a capable company is truly good.

Chen Ziqiang saw Lucas (Character) (Character), a bit dazed, not knowing why he had come over.

Yang Qing knew Lucas (Character) (Character) was coming, and also arrived at Eternal Splendor Studio.

Upon seeing Lucas (Character) (Character), at first glance he thought this guy was somewhat handsome.

He also had a distinctive vigor.

His eyes were deep, as if countless wisdom had settled within them.

After Chen Ziqiang introduced Yang Qing, Lucas (Character) (Character) eagerly shook his hand.

"Director Yang, I've long heard of you; I didn't expect you to be so handsome."

"This guy's mouth is also sweet."

"Nice to meet you, nice to meet you."

The three of them quickly entered the office.

Lucas (Character) (Character) explained his purpose.

Chen Ziqiang was visibly a little angry.

"Lucas (Character) (Character), this is not the same as what we discussed."

Lucas (Character) (Character) hurriedly explained.

"President Chen, my friend here is very capable, not even slightly inferior to me."

"Moreover, we work closely; what I understand, he understands too."

"Trust me, President Chen, he will only be more suitable than me."

"And I really don't have the mood to make movies right now."

Saying this, he put on a mournful face and began his performance.

"You figure it out: first, New World's investment took away half of our equity."

"Then Azure Rainbow Media's shareholding caused me to lose another large sum."

The box office of *Star Wars* is getting higher day by day, and my mood is getting worse day by day.

Manager Chen, you spent ten million to get me, worth a hundred million.

Chen Ziqiang didn't expect him to bring up the old matter again.

Sorry, George, this is something nobody could have anticipated.

I'm solely here to solve your company's financial shortfall, to facilitate the filming of the Immortal Gods Code.

This is an accident.

Moreover, it's not ten million, but twenty million.

To promote *Star Wars*, besides the distribution, we've invested another ten million US dollars for promotion.

George, calculate it: according to the box office of these years' films, can our investment break even?

We are helping you with all our effort, and your reaction really chills us.

Now it's Lucas (Character) (Character)'s turn to be embarrassed.

Because he is indeed not upright.

I'm very sorry.

Lucas (Character) (Character), a solemn apology.

But his attitude hasn't changed at all.

I know doing this is not good.

But Manager Chen, this is a heart condition of mine.

I am also powerless.

To take responsibility for the Immortal Gods Code, Manager Chen, I must withdraw from the production.

Otherwise, wait for me two years, let me ease up?

Spielberg is really good, Manager Chen, you can trust me.

Chen Ziqiang still wanted to say something, but Yang Qing interrupted him.

George, your reasons are very sufficient.

I agree, let Spielberg direct.

However, George, we trust you, but you can't make things difficult for us.

We both have a joint company, and we also have your director's terms.

But with Spielberg, we don't have that.

George, the Immortal Gods Code is a film series.

If filmed poorly, it could ruin the project we've meticulously planned for five years.

What it would bring us is enormous loss—not just a hundred million, but our losses could reach tens of billions.

This is also why we are willing to bear such a cost to facilitate our cooperation—because we have confidence in your ability.

You must understand, even if Steven successfully films the Immortal Gods Code.

Let's not talk about the other party's salary increase issue; just how are we going to film the remaining Immortal Gods Code series?

This is a film that could be made into over ten, even more than twenty installments.

Will he willingly continue as director for the subsequent Immortal Gods Code films?

Constantly changing directors for a film series is a major taboo.

The risks involved here, George, do you understand?

I'm not trying to make things difficult for you, but if we change personnel, we have no guarantee.

Yang Qing's words made Lucas (Character) (Character) break out in a cold sweat.

Qinghong's ambition for the Immortal Gods Code is actually this great.

Putting it this way, my doing this is indeed inappropriate.

For a film series, changing directors indeed requires more caution.

If replaced by him, he would also be nervous.

Director Yang, I'll go make a phone call first, then give you an answer.