Chapter 34
Behind The Spotlight Chapter 34
The people who attended the screening looked at each other in disbelief, their earlier confidence visibly shaken. They had thought they could buy the movie easily, like a grocery item. Suddenly, some of them hesitated as the reality of competition set in.
Emmanuel noticed this moment of uncertainty, the tension thick in the air, and approached Collin with purposeful strides.
"Then how about $8 million? Are you fine selling the movie for $8 million? We'll pay you in cash. We'll also handle the taxes." His tone was steady and persuasive, an attempt to mask his growing desperation.
Taxes were complicated and often a hidden landmine. Based on the amount they were discussing, Collin and the others might owe 30% of their income to the IRS, a significant blow to their earnings. If Emmanuel, the representative of Wash Dismay Studio, was telling the truth, the offer was at least worth considering.
Collin even paused for a moment, letting the numbers race through his mind, before shaking his head firmly. He believed their movie was worth more than $8 million, far more.
"Then how about $9 million!" someone shouted, louder and bolder than before.
"$9.3 million!" another voice called out from the back of the crowd.
"$9.5 million!" The tension was rising, nearly reaching a fever pitch.