Ronald took out several contract templates and placed them in front of Harrison and Howard Senn, saying, “You two can take a look at the contract samples. These have been reviewed by lawyer Isaac Brown from the Abu Dhabi Royal Law Firm, and the contracts will also be filed with the Investment Authority.”

That Samuel Hill was definitely a competent guide, having helped out a lot.

Harrison and Howard Senn both started flipping through the contracts, which were available in both English and Arabic.

“Because of the script, Shaha Entertainment has been boycotted by Jewish capital, and we are in urgent need of investment.” Ronald didn’t mind laying out the difficulties, which made his words much more believable: “Shaha Entertainment is offering three investment amounts: $100,000, $300,000, and $500,000. Of course, we can also accept higher investments, but I need to state in advance that regardless of the investment amount, no one can interfere in the production of ‘The Purge’ without permission. We need professionals to do professional work.”

Howard Senn nodded. “Makes sense.”

Harrison also agreed. This young man had a rare honesty for an American; he always stated the unpleasant truths up front.

A project led by such a person seemed more reliable, didn’t it?

“What about the rate of return?” A shrewd glint flashed in Harrison’s eyes.

Ronald didn’t exaggerate. The people across from him weren’t ordinary folks, but savvy businessmen, so he painted a reasonable picture: “In addition to the principal, there will be a share of box office profits proportional to the investment.”

“It’s not a fixed return?” Howard Senn interjected.

Ronald explained, “The higher the box office of this film in the future, the higher the share you’ll receive. Regardless of box office performance, the original investment principal will be returned in full after three years.”

Harrison stroked his beard without saying a word.

Ronald pointed to the contract sample. “All of this is reflected in the contract. If any disputes arise, Abu Dhabi will be the place of contract enforcement.”

Harrison raised his eyebrows—this was a sincere gesture. If anything happened, they could file a lawsuit directly in Abu Dhabi.

Before coming to Abu Dhabi, Ronald had been learning about North American society. As long as there was enough capital, three years was enough to accomplish a lot.

Especially in the stock market—he vaguely remembered the Nasdaq crash at the start of the new millennium, so the earlier you got in, the more you could earn.

“The rate of return isn’t very high,” Harrison suddenly said.

Ronald smiled and replied, “The impact of a film can’t be measured by financial returns alone. The names and portraits of the investors in this film will all appear prominently in the end credits, and there are corresponding clauses in the contract. When the film is released, the investors’ names will be known throughout the United States and even further. I believe this will also benefit your business.”

“Really?” Howard Senn was a bit excited. “My children will be able to see me in the film?”

Ronald said, “Absolutely.”

Howard Senn looked at Harrison, and Harrison slowly nodded.

“I’ll invest $300,000!” Howard Senn no longer hesitated.

Harrison thought for a moment and said, “I’ll also invest $300,000.” He picked up the contract. “We need to have a lawyer review it.”

“Of course!” Ronald had specifically asked Samuel Hill to find a top lawyer from the Royal Law Firm, so there would be no legal issues. The project itself was genuine. He smiled and said, “You can take the contracts with you. Please also leave your contact information.”

Harrison and Howard Senn took the $300,000 contract samples, left their contact information, and discussed some details with Ronald before leaving.

Watching the two of them walk away, Ronald let out a quiet sigh of relief. Harrison and Howard Senn were very cautious, but the likelihood of investment was high.

Only those truly interested in investing would inquire in such detail.

“Ronald!” Samuel Hill suddenly hurried over, his face beaming. “I have good news for you.”

“What good news?” Ronald asked.

Samuel Hill came up to him and lowered his voice. “One of my cousins, Mansell Zade, wants to talk to you privately.”

Mansell Zade? Why did that name sound so familiar?

Ronald quickly asked, “Who is he?”

“He’s the real power in the Investment Authority, currently also serving as Deputy Director of the Presidential Office,” Samuel Hill emphasized. “He has the authority to make major investment decisions!”

Samuel Hill urged Ronald to go quickly. If this investment could be secured, it would not only open up Abu Dhabi’s investment in the American cultural and entertainment industry, but also earn him a significant political achievement.

He didn’t want to be just another idle royal.

Before going, Ronald found Mary and Robert, gave them a few instructions, and asked, “How did it go?”

“Extremely well!” Robert looked at Ronald with admiration, his voice low but unable to hide his excitement. “I’ve signed three investment intents here—two for $100,000 and one for $300,000.”

Mary added, “About the same on my end. The intended investment is close to $500,000.”

“Good!” Ronald reminded them, “Stay calm. These are just intentions. If even half turn into actual investments, that’s great.”

He glanced at Samuel Hill, who was waiting not far away. “You two keep going. I’m off to meet the big boss at the Investment Authority.”

Chapter 9: United Against a Common Enemy

“This is Mr. Ronald Anderson, president of Shaha Pictures.”

“This is my elder brother, Sheikh Mansell Ben Zade Allenahan, Deputy Director of the UAE Presidential Office and Minister of the Affairs Department of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority.”