Mercenary’s War
Chapter 1352 - 1335: Let’s Do a Live Broadcast

Chapter 1352: Chapter 1335: Let’s Do a Live Broadcast

Clarence, being a renowned lawyer, charges for conversations, and especially charges for legal consultations like Gao Yang’s.

Gao Yang wasn’t trying to get something for nothing from Clarence. He merely wanted to quickly settle the fight arrangement with Jin Jizhe, so he was asking Clarence about it on the side.

Seeing Clarence somewhat stunned, Gao Yang shrugged and said, "Of course, if you don’t have time, I can wait a little while and discuss the issue with the private attorney you recommended to me."

Clarence shook his head, then suddenly asked, "Which mysterious expert are you?"

Gao Yang was taken aback, "What are you talking about?"

After studying Gao Yang for a few seconds, Clarence suddenly said with excitement, "It’s you, it must be you! There’s no coincidence like this! It must be you! Mr. Gao, the person causing a stir in Los Angeles is you!"

After nodding, Gao Yang laughed and said, "Yes, it’s me, Mr. Marshall. I didn’t expect you to pay attention to these things."

Clarence excitedly made a throat-cutting gesture and laughed, "The pressure in being a lawyer is tremendous. Even for a somewhat successful lawyer like me, the pressure remains high. We all require our stress-relief mechanisms, and mine is watching the UFC. Naturally, I just watch."

Clarence waved his hand happily and shouted, "Whenever I have time, I will definitely go to watch the UFC live. If I can’t, then I will watch it on TV. Some people like basketball, some like baseball, but MMA is my favorite. I like shouting like a madman when watching a fight live, cheering for the fighters I support. Of course, I also loudly curse the fighters I don’t like."

MMA is short for Mixed Martial Arts, a style of competitive fighting, whereas the UFC is the name of an MMA event, meaning Ultimate Fighting Championship.

The UFC events have a significant impact both in America and worldwide, and it’s the largest MMA event, so it’s not surprising that Clarence is a UFC fan.

Clarence said with great excitement, "I’ve been really busy lately, so I haven’t been able to watch a fight live for quite a while. My assistant knows my hobby; she showed me a video this morning. Mr. Gao, I have to say, your videos of causing a stir are way more thrilling than the increasingly fake UFC! And you’ve recorded multiple versions with different angles and commentary languages. I haven’t been this excited in a while, so I watched all of these videos!"

After finishing, Clarence suddenly looked serious as he said to Gao Yang, "Mr. Gao, what I really want to know now is whether you have accepted the challenge from that Korean?"

Gao Yang nodded, "Yes, I accepted, and that’s why I’m asking you if there are any legal issues."

Clarence waved his hand and said loudly, "This is a big problem! If you privately fight with the Korean, it’s illegal. Even if the other party agrees, it’s still unlawful. You should, uh, now there’s no need to discuss this issue. Since you brought it up to me, I obviously have to solve all legal problems for you, ensuring your fight has no legal risks."

Gao Yang smiled, "Great, how do we do that?"

"It’s slightly complicated to talk about, but the result is simple, boiled down to two points. First, find a legitimate organization to manage this amateur fight for you, like the UFC, and then secondly, the issue of profit arises. Your fight has started to gain nationwide attention, is a hot topic event, no, should be said as a global hot topic event. You won’t need to seek out hosts, many venues will offer invitations themselves. And since the fight is packaged as an event with a professional venue holding it, tickets will definitely be sold, and there might even be a live broadcast. The right to choose time and place remains in your hands, which is a big advantage. I must first say, that the Korean is an idiot for giving such key decision rights to you. Continuing the main point, you can seize the opportunity to make a fortune from this fight."

Gao Yang curiously asked, "Make a fortune? How to make it?"

Clemens laughed, "It’s simple, ticket revenue. You and the Korean have the right to get a share, plus television broadcast revenue. You definitely have the right to take a cut as well. I still don’t know how far this matter can escalate; if major TV operators get interested and decide to broadcast your fight, then the money could be substantial, at least hundreds of thousands, at most millions, tens of millions, possibly hundreds of millions of USD in broadcast royalties!"

Gao Yang foolishly asked, "Is that possible? That much money? Then I plan to have the fight commence in three days. What do you think?"

Clarence hurriedly replied, "Three days? How can three days be sufficient! The time is too short, far from enough to ferment this matter to its optimal state. This needs promotion, more people need to know about it. Just wait, today, once you issue the consent for the fight statement, I believe whether it’s TV stations or capable organizations and venues to host events, they will be blowing up your phone."

Gao Yang stunnedly said, "Um, the statement for consenting to the fight should already be issued by now."

Clarence was taken aback, "What? Already issued? Sorry, excuse me for a moment."

After saying that, Clarence hurriedly stood up, returned to his office desk and looked at the computer screen for a few moments, urgently saying, "Indeed! It’s indeed issued. Oh my god, did you just issue the statement without any preparation?"

Clarence stood up again, eagerly approaching Gao Yang, "Mr. Gao, please let me be your legal advisor for this event. This is purely because of my interest, but I will do my utmost to help you secure the greatest benefits."

Gao Yang subconsciously nodded, "Alright."

Clarence has already referred to Gao Yang and Jin Jizhe’s match as a competition, and while Gao Yang found it a bit odd, he didn’t plan to object because if Clarence could turn the fight into an event and earn a fortune, why should he oppose?

Clarence stood up and hastily said, "Issuing the statement now is unwise because you should wait a few more days, let everyone be on tenterhooks before issuing the statement, thereby capturing maximum attention. But it’s okay, there’s still room for remedy now, you haven’t blocked all operational space; the statement is quite simple, and we can still do many things."

Gao Yang, staring blankly, said, "Uh, my people, I mean, the ones who issued the videos might quickly issue a new video in response, making more detailed decisions."

Clarence immediately reached out with a face of astonishment, "Stop! Tell them to stop quickly, don’t make any more statements!"

Gao Yang flashed his phone, "Can I?"

Clarence immediately gestured to him, "Go ahead, quickly!"

Gao Yang quickly dialed the phone, and as soon as it was answered he urgently said, "Hey! Don’t post any more videos, don’t respond to anyone, got it? Tell everyone not to post videos or comment on any video discussions, understood?"

The one answering was Jansen, who urgently said, "Understood, has something happened?"

Gao Yang urgently responded, "Surely something’s happened, just make sure not to voice anything further, wait for my notice!"

After hanging up, Gao Yang said to Clarence, "Alright, there will be no new news released for now."

Clarence seemed very excited, pacing back and forth before suddenly pointing at Gao Yang, "Need to issue a few more statements, but the new statements must be done with finesse. I’ll tell you what to do to facilitate our upcoming operations."

Gao Yang helplessly replied, "Well, those videos weren’t posted by me. If I want to use their accounts to issue statements, I’ll need to ask for their account details and passwords."

Clarence thought for a moment, then said solemnly, "Then, have your people come over. Right here, we’ll hurry and make remedial measures. Are your people convenient to come?"

Gao Yang nodded, "Uh, it’s convenient for my people, but coming here, is it convenient for you?"

Clarence shook his head, "I have no problem with it here. The key is we need to hurry. So, who among your people posted the videos? Get them all over, I’ll draft a new statement for posting."

Gao Yang looked slightly troubled, "Mr. Marshall, I don’t mind doing this myself, but I have some things I need to do, plus I must leave America, so I plan to resolve this matter in the short term. And you said the timeframe of three days might be too tight?"

Clarence nodded, "Indeed, three days is too short, and many people still don’t know about this. You guys finished the remaining matters, how can this work? You should have this promoted, promoted until the whole world knows."

Gao Yang smiled bitterly, "But I absolutely can’t have my identity revealed; I need it to be confidential. That, and the competition, and the broadcast seems conflicting as you mentioned."

Clarence laughed, "Mr. Gao, rest assured, your identity won’t be exposed to anyone."

After pondering for a moment, Clarence said, "Then, three days is too little time, and since your identities aren’t those of MMA stars, a longer duration might cause the matter to gradually lose heat. I feel seven to ten days is the most suitable; the heat remains, and it has reached the peak phase. But it’s best to discuss this timing with the TV stations and the people organizing the matches as they have the most experience. Their time suggestion can be heard."

Gao Yang thought for a moment before nodding, "Alright, I’ll listen to you; the timing can be delayed. Additionally, I’ll call the people who posted the videos over right now." (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)