sinovels Chapter 1189 1198, It’s all because of President Naoki, who has an obsession with Yamaguchi Megumi
Chapter 1189 1198, It’s all because of President Naoki, who has an obsession with Yamaguchi Megumi
Chapter 1189 1198, It’s all because of President Naoki, who has an obsession with Yamaguchi Baihui
The cherry blossoms in Yamazakurain have bloomed. The gentle spring breeze has blown off a few pink petals, which swirled and fell into the pond not far away.
The petals floating on the water attracted the chubby koi, and then I saw a few of them popping out of the water. They scrambled to take a bite of the petals, but then they spat them out because they thought they were not tasty.
"It looks like it's time for this year's cherry blossom viewing party~"
Naoki Nagayama was holding Xiao Xiahua in the yard, breathing in the fresh air, looking at the flowers all over the tree and whispering to himself.
Originally, the annual cherry blossom viewing party was a good way for a small circle to get together and keep in touch, but as the business grew, the annual gathering seemed too far away, so we held it once in spring and once in autumn according to the cherry blossom season of Yamazakurain.
Especially in the past two years, the bubble has reached its peak and is about to start to decline. We should share what we have with each other.
"Tomokazu-san and Momoe-san should be here soon!"
Akina Nakamori came over, took the baby, and said to her husband,
"Naoki-san, go change your clothes too."
"Eh?" Naoki Nagayama looked up and down at his loose T-shirt, "What's wrong with me wearing this?"
"When you have guests at home, you should at least dress formally!"
Akina looked at Naoki Nagayama's clothes with some disdain. She had actually wanted to change her husband's clothes for a long time, but someone said that they were used to wearing them and couldn't bear to part with them.
"The shirt is already in the bedroom."
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Naoki Nagayama is actually a little bit dissatisfied. As for the boss's clothes, it's fine as long as you feel comfortable. Think about a certain Zha who only wears denim T-shirts, and then look at a certain Huang who likes to wear leather jackets.
However, for the sake of family harmony, Naoki Nagayama still changed his shirt.
At around 10 o'clock, a car slowly stopped in front of the entrance of Yamazakurain. A circle of lush green bamboo outside completely shaded the interior, and only the gray-brown roof could be vaguely seen.
When the big iron gate opens and the car drives in, you can see the open lawn and flower beds, as well as a large pond where you can vaguely see colorful koi.
In the middle of the yard, a manor-style building dominated by gray and brown sits quietly. The building is mainly divided into two main bodies. Next to the building on the west side, you can see a cherry blossom in full bloom.
“Yamazakurain is amazing no matter how you look at it!”
It is really enviable that there is such a quiet and large place in the center of Chiyoda.
Yamaguchi Momoe had actually been to Yamazakurain before, but it was never a formal visit with the whole family like this time. She also knew that this garden was rebuilt by Naoki Nagayama after he bought the building next to it.
I don't know the exact price, but I estimate it to be more than 10 billion.
"Tomokazu-san, Baihui-san"
Naoki Nagayama and Akina Nakamori stood at the door to welcome the guests.
"Welcome to Yamazakurain~"
"Naoki-san, Akina-san, you're so polite. Xiao Xiahua is getting more and more beautiful!"
"Ah, isn't this Yuutarou? Do you remember me?"
"Hua-chan, come meet the two little brothers."
The two families walked into the living room with such warm greetings, and the housekeeper and nanny also served tea and drinks very appropriately.
Ever since Xiao Xiahua was born, the living room in the west building has been covered with soft carpets so that several children can play happily.
Yuutarou is already in kindergarten, but Xiao Xiahua and Miura Takahiro can't speak fluently yet. The three children come up to anything new. Today, Yuutarou has become a toy for the children, and he is surrounded and dares not move.
Let the children play while the four adults sat at the table, watching and chatting.
"Momoe-san," Naoki Nagayama asked, "Making a comeback is a big decision. Are you sure about it?"
"Hi," Yamaguchi Baihui stroked her hair and looked at the children who were having fun, "Although I am also very happy to stay at home and take care of Yuutarou and Takahiro."
As she said this, she turned her head and looked at Miura Tomokazu next to her:
“But when I think about the time I filmed with Youhe, it was even happier. I want to experience it again~”
In fact, after Miura Tomokazu's popularity recovered in recent years, he became busier with work and spent less time with his family.
This is how artists are. Spending less time together can easily cause rifts between couples.
Akina nodded beside him with emotion:
"Yeah, it'll be fun to make a movie with the one you love!"
The two women smiled at each other, and seemed to have reached an agreement on something:
"Plus, Naoki-san's script for "Departures" is really excellent! I only learned about the profession of undertaker when my loved ones passed away."
“Yes, this play was also written after my grandfather passed away.”
“No wonder, it’s so moving.”
"Tomokazu-san, Momoe-san," Nagayama Naoki continued, "After your comeback, there will definitely be a wave of public opinion. Are you ready for this, which is inevitable?"
"Hi." Miura Tomokazu nodded. "We decided to move to another place for a while to avoid the paparazzi. After the public opinion cools down, we will return to Kunitachi City."
"Yuutarou and Takahiro will be asked to be looked after by their parents and elders for a while."
Yamaguchi Baihui also continued,
"I heard that Naoki-san always shoots movies at a fast pace. At that time, "Departures" should also start shooting. Tomokazu-san and I will temporarily live near the set and pick up the babies to spend time together during breaks."
"It doesn't have to be that troublesome." Naoki Nagayama said, "There's no need to move."
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"Since Baihui-san is going to make a comeback in my movie, then of course she will settle down in Shuyou." Naoki Nagayama said, "Since she is a member of Shuyou, she doesn't have to worry about being harassed by media reporters and paparazzi."
"We will communicate with the relevant media and tell them not to publish the secretly taken photos. If anyone publishes them, the legal department of Tree Friends will sue them and make them suffer heavy losses!"
Naoki Nagayama continued,
"As for the paparazzi, someone will warn them."
For exposure and traffic, other stars need to cooperate with various media. Even if they are photographed secretly, they will not pursue the matter. But the artists under Shuyou are not worried. Yamaguchi Momoe doesn't even need more exposure.
As for the paparazzi, no one is collecting photos anymore, so why do they still risk becoming a monk to take secret photos? !
"The media and paparazzi won't give up so easily."
Yamaguchi Baihui was a little suspicious. She was annoyed by these guys' harassment. She had retired for six or seven years, and there were still people following her on her way home.
"Stupid tape! Baihui-san, just believe Naoki-san!"
Akina comforted her, "We have lived in Yamazakurain for so long, and there have never been any paparazzi to harass us!"
The location of Yamazakurain is not a secret to some people. The circle of short bamboos around it cannot stop those who want to take secret photos, but power can!
In addition to the pressure from the tree friends on the media, Naoki Nagayama donated money to the Chiyoda Ward Police Station, so that the police officers would patrol more often in the surrounding area to maintain order.
Then, Feng's brother, Chiyoda KTV's foreman Hamasaki Shogo, brought his younger brothers to warn the sneaky paparazzi and sasaeng fans. Over time, the number of people spying on Naoki Nagayama and Akina became fewer and fewer, until there were almost no eyes.
"Don't worry about the sneak shots and harassment." Naoki Nagayama said, "The public opinion storm I mentioned refers to the fact that after the news is announced, you two must hold a formal press conference and cooperate in publicity afterwards."
"Of course there is no problem!" Yamaguchi Baihui nodded, "Since you have chosen to make a comeback, you must return to the spotlight."
"Now that we have realized this, we must start taking action."
Naoki Nagayama said,
"Shuyou will start to discuss the transfer with Baihui-san's previous agency. The management of the fan club will definitely be transferred to Shuyou in the future."
"Hi!" Yamaguchi Momoe nodded.
Then Naoki Nagayama took out the standard contract of the Shuyou Agency and discussed the specific terms with Yamaguchi Momoe.
Looking at this contract, Yamaguchi Baihui was very surprised:
"Naoki-san, is this a contract specially made for me?"
"No, this is a standard contract. The terms in it are negotiable." Naoki Nagayama said, "The specific salary and share. With Baihui's status, it can definitely be better."
"And if you have any other requests, Bai Hui-san can also raise them. Are there any terms that are inappropriate?"
Yamaguchi Baihui shook her head:
"No, this contract is much better than the previous one I signed!"
Even Yamaguchi Momoe could not escape the exploitation of the agency taking 9% of the salary. HORIPRO is well-known in the industry for its low salaries. At Shuyou, the salary is split % to %.
Naoki Nagayama also wanted to go 50-50 at first, but was stopped by Yoshimura Otomo, who said that if that happened, other agencies in the entertainment industry would collectively boycott Naoki.
A 70:30 split is already poaching, and a 50:50 split would be digging up the roots of the firm!
"Naoki-san has such great benefits that artists in the entertainment industry are scrambling to become his friends!" Yamaguchi Momoe said with a smile.
"So tree friends are very cautious when recruiting people! If there is no potential, they will not accept it!"
Naoki Nagayama also smiled. Now that the talent pool of Shuyou has been established, there is no need for much expansion for the time being, so he no longer participates in talent shows. The joining of Yamaguchi Momoe this time can be said to be an exception.
After reading the contract, there were basically no problems. Yamaguchi Momoe only mentioned that it needed to be discussed in advance before arranging work, and to try not to disturb her too much when taking care of the family, etc.
After taking notes, Naoki Nagayama put away the contract:
"I will ask the legal department to draft a final contract, and then have Baihui-san sign it officially."
"Hey, Arigato!"
"Then the business is almost over." Naoki Nagayama said with a smile, looking at Akina who had gone to play with her child without knowing when.
"Next, let's relax and have lunch later~"
"Good~"
HORIPRO agency.
The annual "HORIPRO Artist Selection Competition" is in full swing, and President Oda Shingo is so busy that he has no time to eat.
In comparison, now that he is the president, Hori Takeo has it much easier. He only needs to make the final decision.
So now I am in the office, looking at the players' information, and saying:
"The quality of this year's newcomers is not very good. None of them are pleasing to the eye!"
"Each class is getting worse than the last!"
As he spoke, he recalled the heyday of idols when the HORIPRO artist selection contest selected Yamaguchi Momoe to form a "three-girl" group with Mori Masako and Sakurada Junko. At that time, HORIPRO's fame was at its peak!
It’s a pity that Yamaguchi Momoe chose to get married and retire at the peak of her career. This has always been a pain for him!
How could he possibly want his cash cow to retire? He even wanted to kill Miura Tomokazu!
But Yamaguchi Baihui was very determined and even said that she was willing to pay the compensation.
If it wasn't for the purpose of not making things look so bad in front of the media, how could he have agreed?
"Why isn't there a player with the same potential as Yamaguchi Momoe?!" Hori Takeo sighed, "If that's not possible, then being similar to Kudo Shizuka or Okada Yukiko will be fine~"
Seiko Matsuda has already left her peak, so there is no need to compare her, and Akina Nakamori has even surpassed Momoe Yamaguchi in some aspects, so she cannot be mentioned~
At this moment, there was a knock on the office door.
"President."
President Shingo Oda walked in with a strange look on his face.
"What's wrong?" Seeing that his confidant looked unhappy, Hori Takeo asked hurriedly, "Did something go wrong in the selection?"
".It's not about the trials."
Oda Shingo's tone was full of strangeness.
"In fact, our department just received a call from the legal department of Shuyou, asking us about the IP issues of Yamaguchi Baihui."
"Oh? Tree friend?"
Hori Takeo was also a little confused, but then he seemed to have thought of something.
"Ah, maybe Shuyou's new movie is going to use Yamaguchi Momoe's image or song?"
"Not only that," Oda Shingo continued, "he also asked about the current status of Yamaguchi Momoe's management contract and the right to use her stage name."
“Generally speaking, these details are only asked when you want an artist to act in a movie.”
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Hori Takeo accidentally
“Could it be that Shuyou wants to invite Yamaguchi Momoe to star in the movie?!
Hahahaha, Baihui-chan has completely retired and will not appear in the show!"
"Yes, that's what I replied too." Oda Shingo said, "But Shuyou's legal director just said he was asked on orders."
".This is a bit strange~"
Hori Takeo stroked his chin and thought about the reason. He thought that there might be some unexpected situation.
"But even if there's something about Yamaguchi Momoe, you should ask me, right?"
At this moment, the phone in his office rang!
"Jingle Bell!"
"Moses, Moses." Hori Takeo answered the phone. This number was only known to people who were close to him. "I'm Hori Takeo."
"President Hori Takeo! I'm Yoshimura Otomo from Shuyou!"
An enthusiastic voice came from the microphone.
"I drank at the Lotus Club in Roppongi a while ago!"
"Ah Minister Yoshimura!"
Hori Takeo naturally knew Yoshimura Otomo of Shuyou. In fact, in the eyes of outsiders, Yoshimura Otomo was the representative of Shuyou, because he represented Shuyou in almost all social occasions.
"It's been a while since I last met you. How are you doing lately?"
"Haha, thanks to you, everything is fine. How about you?"
"All good."
Yoshimura Otomo and Hori Takeo exchanged a few pleasantries with a smile, and then finally got to the point of today's call:
"Weevsang called me to discuss something with your firm."
"Please say~"
"Recently, our tree friend's new movie "Departures" is about to start production, but we have searched the entertainment industry and still can't find a suitable female lead."
Fangcun Dayou held up the big flag,
"After much thought, my president Naoki feels that only one person is suitable for this role: Yamaguchi Momoe!"
"So, I want to discuss with you about letting Yamaguchi Momoe participate in the show."
Hearing this, Hori also understood his intention:
"It's well known that Yamaguchi Momoe has retired, Otomo-san! And her will is very strong. Even if we want to, we can't let her come back!"
"Haha, of course I know."
Yoshimura Otomo did not tell the other party what he had promised, but instead said in a complaining tone,
"It's just that our President Naoki is relatively young, very persistent in his pursuit of art, and he used to be a fan of Yamaguchi Momoe, so he wanted Yamaguchi Momoe to play the role."
“We just wanted to give it a try.”
Yoshimura Otomo explained,
"I called Weifusan just to communicate in advance and confirm some things. By the way, Yamaguchi Baihui's stage name is still in your place, right?"
"Hey, of course."
"Naoki-san was very persistent about Yamaguchi Momoe. This stage name must be used in the movie."
Yoshimura Otomo said,
"So, if Shuyou wants to buy Yamaguchi Baihui's stage name, do you think it's okay?"
"Of course this won't work!"
Hori Takeo immediately spoke up.
"Yamaguchi Momoe's IP is a precious treasure of our agency!"
"Hahaha, you're joking, Weifusan." Yoshimura Otomo said, "It's just an IP, a commodity. As long as it's a commodity, it has value."
"Even so, I will never sell it!"
"Ah, how about a negotiable price of 100 million?!"
"This..." Hori Takeo's heart skipped a beat. But he finally refused, "No, this is absolutely not possible!"
"Is it not possible anyway?"
Yoshimura Otomo's tone was somewhat depressed.
"So, what about renting it? Rent it to us for a period of time."
"Is this also 100 million?"
"How is that possible!" Yoshimura Otomo pretended to be angry, "Wives-san, don't joke with me!"
"Haha, I just said that casually."
"Five million for one year. Let's rent it for two years!" Fangcun Dayou quoted the price, "This is the final price."
"Forehead"
Hori Takeo originally wanted to raise the price, but then he thought, Yamaguchi Momoe is just a stage name, and he would not get any share of the money from music records. He could only rely on the share of the revenue from video tapes and peripherals, which was only a few million a year.
"Can."
"Then let's make a deal first!" said Yoshimura Otomo, "I'll have the legal department draft a contract."
"it is good"
After hanging up the phone, President Oda Shingo was a little confused:
“Why do we suddenly want to rent Yamaguchi Momoe’s IP? Is there some trap?!”
"How is that possible? It's not a 99-year lease!" Hori shook his head. "No matter how the tree friend wants to use it, it will be returned in two years."
"That's true. But what exactly do you want to do this time, Tree Friend?"
Oda Shingo scratched his head.
"You're not really going to let Yamaguchi Momoe come back to make a movie, are you?!"
“Hahaha, you think too much!” Hori Takeo slapped his thigh in fear, “It’s impossible for Yamaguchi Momoe to make a comeback! I’m confident of that!”
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On the other side, in Shuyou's office, Yoshimura Otomo put down the phone and sighed:
“I knew it wouldn’t sell!”
"Of course. Yamaguchi Momoe's IP can make a lot of money every year. It's a golden goose that lays eggs!" Idou Shuichi said, "I wouldn't sell it if it were me!"
"really."
"But two years is enough time for Naoki-san to make this movie!"
Idou Shuichi wondered:
"But didn't Naoki-san say that he wanted to let Yamaguchi Momoe settle down in Shuyou? Then he must use Yamaguchi Momoe's stage name in the future!
It can only be used for the next two years, how can that work~"
"Naoki-san has also made arrangements for this."
Yoshimura Otomo said that they had discussed what might happen after communicating with other firms.
"Have you thought about going public in the past two years? I heard that HORIPRO is planning to issue stocks. There must be some action in the next two years!"
In fact, HORIPRO issued its shares to the public in 89 and was ready to go public.
"Ah, Naoki-san wants to buy HORIPRO's shares?!"
"Well, we will become their shareholders, and then it won't matter. We are not short of money anyway, and HORIPRO is also a good investment channel."
"Naoki-san is really good!"
Idou Shuichi's admiration for Naoki Nagayama has reached a new level. He feels that Naoki Nagayama seems to be ahead of him in everything.