He further explained, “The distribution channels for Hollywood movies are all controlled by Jews. A film like this simply can’t enter the market, the audience won’t see it, and there’s no way to talk about any influence at all.”

Mansell frowned slightly, as if considering Ronald’s words.

Ronald’s mind was racing, analyzing the needs of this Emirati tycoon from his conversation with Mansell. It wasn’t hard to reach a conclusion: Mansell was eager for fame.

This was essentially a negotiation. How could he dispel Mansell’s excessive demands while still taking advantage of his eagerness for recognition?

Negotiation is like playing chess; a skilled negotiator plans every offer and counteroffer, acting only after careful consideration.

Don’t go against yourself in negotiations; make the other party feel that their proposal is unreasonable and embarrassing, and try to get them to accept your suggestion without even making a counteroffer.

Therefore, Ronald continued, “Hollywood is deeply influenced by Jewish power; it’s not something that can be changed overnight. If you’re too aggressive, there will inevitably be backlash. If a film like this can’t reach the public, making it is meaningless—after all, it’s not just for your own viewing. I think we need to first open a breach, then expand from a point to an area, slowly infiltrate, and set up a long-term plan.”

Mansell was no fool and said, “That… makes some sense.”

At this moment, Ronald became an Arab warrior. “How many years did it take Jews to change their image? They started as soon as World War II broke out, using the sympathy aroused by the Holocaust and their financial resources to make a big impact. For decades, they have persisted in operations, infiltration, and publicity, which led to the current situation.”

Mansell said slowly, “Abu Dhabi is not short of money.”

Ronald immediately replied, “But you lack support, fame, and influence, and even more, you lack a feasible plan.”

Mansell couldn’t help but think of the fragmented Arab world and the royal family members who just muddle along. For the first time, he truly acknowledged Ronald’s words and couldn’t help but ask, “Do you have any good suggestions?”

“I don’t know much about politics,” Ronald remained modest and honest, “but I do have some ideas in the fields of culture and sports.”

Mansell quickly said, “Please go ahead.”

Ronald’s mind was still running at high speed. Combining information about Mansell from his previous life, he said, “Film and television are the world’s most influential entertainment industries. They bring not only laughter but can also subtly change the audience’s values. You could foster your own influence in Hollywood, set up a long-term and effective plan to change the image of Arabs in film and television, and even cooperate with others to create a new industry chain model, breaking the Jewish monopoly on the traditional model.”

Even Ronald himself believed what he was saying—this was the highest level of persuasion.

“Anything else?” Mansell asked.

“In today’s world, aside from the film and television industry, the influence of professional sports cannot be ignored,” Ronald said, referring to the path Mansell had taken in his previous life. “If you want to expand your influence in the United States, you could acquire an NFL or MLB team and build a championship team to break into the American mainstream.”

He paused, then added, “If you want to expand your influence in Europe, you could acquire a top club from one of the five major leagues. Football is the world’s number one sport today, with billions of fans. When you win a league or Champions League title, countless people will look at you with admiration.”

As soon as he said this, Mansell’s eyes lit up. He was already a sports enthusiast, loved football, and was skilled at equestrianism, but had never thought about running a football club.

What does a championship team need most—money!

Having money doesn’t guarantee a championship, but to win a championship, you definitely need money.

And Abu Dhabi has the most money.

The two attendants behind Mansell, one fat and one thin, exchanged glances and saw excitement in each other’s eyes.

This was practically tailor-made for Mansell. Why hadn’t they thought of it before?

Mansell nodded repeatedly, thinking as he said, “That’s a good suggestion, worth considering.”

Ronald smiled humbly. “I’m just offering some suggestions. As long as it’s helpful to you.”

At last, Mansell said something quite approving: “I’ve benefited a lot. Your suggestions have opened a door for me.”

Ronald seized the moment and said, “About my film…”

“You’re the professional here,” Mansell immediately responded, then asked, “How much is the funding gap for the project?”

Ronald replied directly, “The project budget is $10 million. Many people at the fundraising event are interested in investing, but it’s hard to say how much we’ll actually secure in the end. I estimate the funding gap is around $8 million.”

Mansell pondered for a moment. “I’ll seriously consider your project. I hope we can work together.”

“I hope I have that honor,” Ronald said.

Ronald knew very well that Mansell still needed to evaluate the project. Oil tycoons aren’t fools who just throw money around. But judging from Mansell’s words, the chances of getting some money from him were still pretty good.

Mansell seemed to take it very seriously and personally escorted Ronald to the door of the conference room.

Just as Ronald was about to leave, an Arab man hurried over and spoke a few words in Arabic to Mansell’s thin attendant.

Ronald vaguely heard something that sounded like “Los Angeles,” but didn’t linger. He walked down the corridor, glanced back before turning into the elevator, and saw Mansell and his people returning to the conference room.

Los Angeles? Ronald muttered to himself. Could it be that Mansell was sending someone to Los Angeles to check out Shanhai Entertainment?