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Overwatch is coming to Marvel
Chapter 9: Power Takes the Blame
The seats had name tags, except for Robert's, who was too embarrassed to stand alone. A middle-aged, bearded, big-bellied man then appeared.
She smiled at him, gesturing toward a seat on stage, "Mr. Robert, your seat is over there!"
Robert knew this man—Geno Cromwell, CEO of 3Entertainment. Robert had once sought to collaborate with him, but Cromwell, citing an "urgent meeting in Canada," had declined. Robert later discovered Cromwell had avoided him, deeming his small company unworthy of 3Entertainment's attention.
"Mr. Cromwell, do you remember a small company approaching you for cooperation?" Robert asked with a polite smile.
Before Cromwell could respond, Robert chuckled to himself, "How could a superb company like 3Entertainment care about small companies? I was too naive."
Cromwell was surprised; he couldn't recall all the proposals from various companies. However, as realization dawned on him, he regretted missing a potential "gold mine" in Shouwang Pictures.
As Robert took his seat, the industry's prominent figures nodded in acknowledgment. Many of them had once mocked his vision, dismissing his hero-centered narrative as too idealistic. Yet, "Soldier: 76" had proven them wrong.
While initially dismissive, some of them had eventually tried to replicate his success. However, modern audiences yearned for something bold and engaging, a shift Robert had anticipated. His movie, "Soldier: 76," was now celebrated globally, while other attempts to replicate it fell short.
The audience settled as Cromwell took the microphone for the opening address. Robert listened half-heartedly, reluctantly clapping at the end of the speech. He wasn't accustomed to being in the spotlight; it reminded him of his school assemblies, only more formal.
As Cromwell concluded, he warmly introduced Robert, the CEO and screenwriter of Overwatch Pictures, inviting him to speak. Enthusiastic applause filled the room. However, Robert, caught off guard, exchanged a bewildered glance with Cromwell. He hadn't prepared a speech.
Robert composed himself and humorously addressed the audience, "The drive over here was a bit bumpy, and I'm still recovering from the dizzying ride. Mr. Cromwell, I'll let others go first. My apologies on behalf of my driver, who'll definitely get a pay cut!" He feigned a headache, eliciting chuckles from the audience.
Lucy, watching backstage, was concerned; her boss hadn't prepared at all. She noticed Thomas, who wore a strained smile. She nudged him playfully, "Is it your job to take the blame for Mr. Robert?" Thomas could only manage a wry grin.
Cromwell, understanding the situation, took charge. "Well then, let's invite Mr. 'Soldier 7' Hopkins to share a few words!" After the applause, a thin, blond man took the stage.
"Ladies and gentlemen, good evening! I'm 'Soldier 7' Hopkins," he began. "Before making 'Soldier: 76,' I was relatively unknown. Maybe some thought I'd never take on a project from a small company."
A murmur rippled through the crowd as Hopkins continued, "But when Mr. Robert gave me the script, I was convinced I had to make this film—even if it meant working on a modest budget." His humility endeared him to the audience, and they laughed, recalling Shouwang Pictures' struggles during that period.
Hopkins paused, then spoke earnestly, "I knew this film would be a massive success. It has a unique mix of heroism, human complexity, and deep reflections on life, tragedy, and peace. 'Soldier: 76' is, quite simply, a masterpiece."
The crowd, mesmerized, broke into applause. Hopkins looked over at Robert, giving him a respectful nod, and Robert returned the gesture with a smile.
The director continued, "I must thank Mr. Robert. His keen understanding of the market and his exceptional screenwriting brought 'Soldier: 76' to life. I was just a facilitator; it's his vision that has captivated audiences worldwide."
Hopkins left the stage to resounding applause. Cromwell called Robert to the podium once more, a faint but genuine smile lighting his face.
A rush of thoughts flooded Robert as he stood there, ready to address the captivated crowd.