The My Hollywood System
Chapter 146

Dream Vision Headquarters, Santa Monica, California.

In the large meeting room of the building, every important figure of Dream Vision sat down.

They all had confused expressions on their faces while waiting for Will, who was busy doodling the large whiteboard in the meeting room.

He put down his marker and everyone could finally see what he was writing on the board.

[GTA Vice City]

The hope of getting context for why they were summoned here was shattered when everyone in the room read those unfamiliar words.

“As you all are aware, [1917] has just been released and is doing very well in theaters and theaters. That means we can't release [Liberty City] for at least a whole month. Otherwise, it will rake in the profits that should have gone into [1917].”

After sweeping the gaze to everyone and seeing that everyone was listening and had an expression that said 'continue', Will continued.

“So, I have an amazing idea to make [Liberty City] forever remembered by future generations.”

Will finished and waited for everyone to digest his words and voice their thoughts.

The first to speak was her uncrowned secretary, Amanda.

“First of all, what does this mean... [GTA: Vice City]? What'sthat?"

Everyone nodded their heads in unison as if saying that was what they wanted to ask as well.

“GTA means Grand Theft Auto, a term for car robbery. Vice City was a city from the same universe as [Liberty City]. That's where Tommy Vercetti.” came from

Then Will turned around and pressed a piece of paper onto the blackboard. There is a sketch of Tommy Vercetti that has been drawn before, only a younger version.

“It doesn't look like Ethan…. Is that really Tommy Vercetti?”

The chief employee of the PR department pointed out.

“Yes, it's not Ethan. [GTA: Vice City] isn't the movie you all imagine it to be. Instead, this is a video game.”

Hearing that, breathless astonishment and astonishment could be heard from the people as whatever they had thought up until now froze in their minds. On the other hand, Amanda, whom Will entrusted with the task of contacting the game company, finally realized something as she connected the scattered dots.

"Don't say ... are we going to invest in video games now?"

Amanda's words sound strange to herself, because she thinks the talk about investing in a game at a Hollywood movie studio doesn't make sense.

"Bingo!"

Will exclaimed, affirming everyone's suspicions slowly gathering in their hearts.

Amanda saw a headache approaching her as she slowly rubbed her forehead and asked.

“So, what is all this about? Do you have a plan…? Well, you know what? Sorry to ask. Of course, you'll have a plan. Tell us exactly what the plan is.”

Everyone smiled helplessly at Amanda's words. Will is as eccentric as anyone, he not only makes absurd plans and strategies, but also succeeds. Every. Singletons. Timing.

At this point, anyone who asked him if he had a plan for something he said would make fun of himself. In the eyes of Dream Vision and DTA employees, Will Evans always has a plan.

Will smiled and picked up one of the chairs lying around, turning it towards everyone sitting down and sitting on it, as he began to explain his plan to everyone.

***

California is considered to be the giant that holds the most gaming companies in the US. And of the more than three hundred large and small companies spread across California, more than 100 of them are from San Francisco alone, making it a city center for game makers.

EC Games Studios Headquarters, San Francisco, California.

EC, also known by its complicated name, Electronic Crafts, is one of the leading video game companies in the world. Not only does it develop and distribute many PC and mobile games, but it also has its own ES (Electronic Switch), which is popular worldwide as a game console.

EC's reach is far and wide, having even managed to establish itself in countries such as China and Japan, known for being ahead in gaming and technology.

Inside Arnold Rival's office, the head of EC Studios, Arnold was sitting with Jay Lincoln. Jay Lincoln is a man who is famous as the brain of the [Tales of Gartiya]. It was a single-player Action/Adventure video game that has roared the market like no other. Kids love it and almost everyone in America has heard of this game.

Currently, Jay, as the person who led the IP [Tales of Gartia] has come to Arnold Rival, the distributor and heart of the game. Without Arnold, it would be impossible to launch and manage games on a massive scale. But today, these people are not here to talk about their previous success. Instead, they were here to discuss their current failures.

“Jay, you know how much I love your job. When no one believes in your game, I believe. I put my trust in it and we made it together. But you should know the current state of the sequel. ”

Arnold said with a bitterness in his voice. The game worked very well when it was launched. So much so that everyone demands a sequel.

After months of effort, another sequel was launched and the market he encountered was as hard as stone. The third sequel was a total failure, instead of a profit, it only increased the company's losses.

Unlike the only game that EC has is [Tales of Gartia], but it cannot be denied that most of its revenue comes from the aforementioned game, which is now slowly dying out.

“It's disappointing, but we can't do much for it.”

Jay said, knowing full well that it is impossible to wake a dead horse.

"I know. But we can't stay as we are now. The shareholders want us to start a new IP.”

arnold said, somewhat annoyed. It is always the same as the major shareholders of large companies. They will always be the boss around people for fear of loss while enjoying the advantage of the sidelines.

“They want us, but you should know better. Even if we start a new IP, it won't even come close to [Tales of Gartia]. And that will only make them even more angry.”

Jay reprimanding. He himself wanted to work on something new, but he wasn't confident enough to claim that it would work on the same level as [Tales of Gartia].

“We don't have much choice. We have to start a new IP and I want you to lead it. I don't know a better person to trust with this. ”

said Arnold. It was as if raising a hand and giving up on the matter of total negotiation.

"But still -"

Jay was unable to finish his sentence because there was a knock on the translucent glass door. Arnold, who saw his secretary knocking, gestured for him to come in.

“Master, we just received a call from Dream Vision Studios.”

***

Johnathan comes to Ethan's house after getting a call from Amanda, regarding a re-shoot.

As this was an urgent matter, he did not want to leave a gap that could lead to any complications and conflicts later on.

“So, about what?”

Ethan asked while taking a big sip from his coffee cup.

“Yes, I got a call from Dream Vision CEO personally regarding the reshoot. Will wants to re-record some parts of the final credits because he wants to add scenes in them.”

Johnathan said, staring at Ethan.

“Man, no, please don't. I finally planned a week's vacation. Tell him to let it be what it is.”

Ethan said, obviously not happy he was asked to shoot again.

“Better re-shooting because it is something Will Evans really likes. And do not forget that usually the shoot can last for half a year. You're lucky it's a Will movie that has a track record of fast shooting. Not only that, but I also heard that some industry insiders labeled the film as blockbuster.”

Johnathan said in a convincing way. Ethan suddenly thinks of the box office of both [1917] and [500 Summer days] and decides that it would be in his best interest to stay in Will's good shoes.

“Alright, I'll do it. Just let me know about the filming schedule, and tell Will to finish this shoot as soon as possible.”

Ethan gave up and Johnathan breathed a sigh of relief. It was always troublesome being an A-lister agent, but also well paid so what could he complain about.

Johnathan pulls his phone out of his right pocket and calls Will's secretary, Alexia.

"Yes yes. Mr. Silva has approved the reshoot, just let us know about his schedule and try to finish it as early as possible.”

After a discussion with Alexia, Johnathan hangs up the phone.

“You drink mojito? Since the holidays are postponed for good, let's just enjoy it here. I know how busy the life of an agent is, after all, I myself am an agent.”

Ethan said with a laugh.

"No way! Are you kidding me?"

Johnathan said as he looked like his eyes were going out. He has never heard of Ethan's past as an agent.

“Yes, this is a short story, but let me tell you in detail..so like this...”.

The actor and his agent are bound for the first time since their first meeting.