"You're planning something with Shazam?" Bruce asked.
This DC Universe was rebooted based on the DCEU, so the first magic-side character Bruce thought of was the Shazam Wizard.
The Shazam Wizard is not Shazam; he is the Black Wizard who granted Billy superpowers. He has lived for thousands of years and is proficient in all kinds of magic.
Most importantly, the Rock of Eternity, the special space where the Shazam Wizard resides, holds a vast Magic Library.
"That Wizard is as obsessed with children as you are. If I go there now, he will definitely freak out." Fang Yuan shook his head. "But should I find someone to draw out the Seven Deadly Sins beforehand, and then replace the current Shazam?"
As for becoming Shazam himself?
Fang Yuan hadn't considered it. How could he afford to lose an employee?
He could still obtain Shazam's abilities through a contracted employee.
However, having someone else become Shazam to unlock the reward early wasn't a bad idea either.
But Bruce quickly said, "Billy is quite good."
"Huh?" Fang Yuan raised a question mark.
Shazam! Fury of the Gods flopped completely, didn't it?
"He just needs a little time to grow up," Bruce said, trying to save face for his old comrade-in-arms.
But he also understood that without offering some benefit, Fang Yuan wouldn't be easily persuaded, so he quickly added, "If you want to enter the Rock of Eternity, I can help you."
"It's a deal!" Fang Yuan immediately agreed.
Fang Yuan then reminded him again, "And there's the matter of Batman's reputation. You've been too slack."
"No problem," Bruce could only reply.
What else could he do? Fang Yuan was using Thomas to command his good son. If Bruce wanted to see his old father, he had to work hard to build up his own reputation.
Having Batman around was this convenient. As long as he managed Batman, Fang Yuan didn't need to worry about his employees.
"I'll also go check on Vought Corporation while I'm at it."
Building reputation takes time. Fang Yuan suddenly recalled that his Vought Corporation still housed the unevolved version of the Joker.
Gotham, Vought Media Headquarters.
Vought Corporation in this World is affiliated with the Wayne Group, so naturally, its headquarters are also in Gotham.
Since Bruce had already figured out Fang Yuan's need for employee fame, he understood the importance of public opinion and paid close attention to Vought Media, allocating significant resources to it.
Vought Media is now the largest media organization in Gotham City and is rapidly expanding externally, clearly establishing itself as a rising Media Giant.
This situation naturally made Vought Media highly desirable. Countless professionals wanted to join, the company scale grew daily, and the artists under Vought were all developing very well.
"Except for Joe Cole," the Person in Charge, who was introducing the company situation to Fang Yuan, said respectfully.
Although Fang Yuan didn't visit often, he was the boss here.
But at this moment, the boss felt slightly displeased—
What's going on? The person I value most is ranked last in terms of popularity within the company?
Fang Yuan patiently listened on.
The Person in Charge clearly knew Joe Cole's special status and quickly offered an explanation while distancing himself.
"Joe Cole is a failed Comedian. Almost all of his performances are superficial, and many viewers have only one evaluation: immature."
Fang Yuan knew this. If the Joker were truly funny, his wife and child wouldn't have died.
"Later, we arranged for him to play roles in many movies and TV series, but the response was terrible. Many Famous Directors said he lacked spirit," the Person in Charge continued. "Because the favoritism in resource allocation is too severe, many employees are complaining."
Fang Yuan counter-questioned with a half-smile, "So, are you complaining to me right now?"
The Person in Charge quickly shook his head. "No, no. I am merely relaying the voices of the employees."
"This company will have many important employees, but Joe Cole will always be one of them," Fang Yuan stated firmly, leaving the Person in Charge with no choice but to nod repeatedly.
After speaking, Fang Yuan turned and left the company.
What?
He came to see the Joker, so why did he leave without meeting him?
Because his objective had been achieved.
In a corner near where they had been talking, a thin man watched the departing Fang Yuan with emotion.
Fang Yuan's lips curled slightly. This kind of behind-the-scenes kindness, once discovered, was the best way to gain favor; he didn't need to go over and cozy up to him.
Joe Cole recognized Fang Yuan. Although Fang Yuan had worn a mask and lowered his voice during their first meeting, he hadn't hidden his identity after Joe Cole joined Vought.
In any case, this wouldn't make Joe Cole link Bruce Wayne to Batman, as the outside World knew that Bruce had publicly admitted to sponsoring Batman, and people generally wouldn't equate him with the Caped Crusader.
Just as Fang Yuan expected, Joe Cole was moved beyond words by Fang Yuan.
He was a failed Actor; he knew that himself.
Before, Joe Cole could make excuses, saying he lacked a stage, that others wouldn't give him a chance, and that he could do it if given the opportunity.
But now Fang Yuan had given him the chance, and Joe failed to grasp it, so he couldn't blame anyone else.
It could only be said that there was a difference between interest and talent. Joe Cole actually had choices; he could return to the lab. He used to work very well as an assistant in the lab.
However, because he pursued his stage, Joe paid the price of his wife and child, so this path had become Joe's obsession.
"I must become a Star that everyone welcomes!" he silently vowed in his heart.
"Hey, look."
At that moment, a voice that filled him with disgust rang out.
A group of people happened to pass by. Leading them were two White Strongmen, clearly typical Tough Guy Stars.
"Who is this?" the Blond Strongman on the left yelled mockingly. "Isn't this Joe, the big Star whose every movie flops?"
"Kevin, watch your language," the person on the right said, seemingly intervening, but actually being sarcastic. "This is the company's Headliner!"
"You're right, Boris, this is the company's Headliner!"
"Hahahahaha!"
It was clear they were among the employees the Person in Charge mentioned who complained about Joe Cole receiving preferential resource treatment.
Normally, since Joe was treated specially, others shouldn't mock him openly. But perhaps because Joe himself knew he was terrible, he remained silent amid their ridicule, lowered his head, and walked past them.
This only made the two men laugh more brazenly.
Joe's personality prevented him from refuting others face-to-face, but in private, he would regret it alone.
Especially tonight.
"Mr. Fang Yuan values me so much, but I mess things up every time!"
Joe Cole held his head and cried helplessly. Just as he finally drifted into a deep sleep, he was still thinking, "I really want to know how to become a popular Star..."
Subconsciously, his obsession seemed to trigger something, and a Space Rift suddenly appeared out of thin air inside the Vought Headquarters.
A figure in a purple suit suddenly tumbled out of it.
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