Chapter 30 Acquisition

In the following days, Colin continued to serialize the comic book "Superman" while shuttling between the two parallel worlds.

He attempted to unlock more new abilities while silently adapting to his "super strength."

"super strength" was the earliest ability serialized by Colin in the comic book.

In the future, under the deluge of various superhero comic themes, this ability had become almost commonplace, even appearing in many comic stories, possessed by both positive superhero characters and evil supervillains.

However, the fact that the ability was commonplace did not mean that the "super strength" was not good.

On the contrary, it was precisely because the "super strength" was so useful that it best showcased the superhero side of the character.

The creators of the comic book tirelessly added it to the characters' abilities.

The feeling of effortlessly lifting a car, indeed, fascinated people.

After a few days, Colin had basically adapted to his new ability and no longer caused uncontrolled destruction around him as he did in the initial stages of gaining the ability.

During these days, he went to great lengths to conceal the abnormality of his ability, especially in front of his cameramen.

The complexities of the anti-world made Colin cautious, so he didn't want to prematurely expose his special characteristics until he had enough self-defense abilities.

Likewise, he had no intention of becoming a superhero relying solely on his "super strength."

Even in the real world.

The character "Superman" he created had already become a symbol of superheroes in the hearts of readers.

...

"Acquisition?"

Inside the Messenger newspaper office in the real world.

Colin raised an eyebrow as he looked at the middle-aged man who had come uninvited.

"That's right."

Nodding, the man took a glance at the crowded space of the messenger newspaper office. A hint of contempt flashed in his eyes as he turned to Colin and spoke with a condescending tone, "In fact, the conditions I proposed are already a huge concession for a small newspaper like Messenger. The price of 200,000 dollars is enough to buy ten small newspapers like Messenger in this period..."

"And according to the latest sales statistics, Messenger sells only about 23,000 copies, not even a fraction of The Daily World's sales."

As the man said, The Daily World had a daily circulation of over a million, making it one of the most widely circulated newspapers in New York during this period.

Obviously, a large newspaper with a circulation of a million copies per day.

It wouldn't make a move on a small newspaper like Messenger for no reason.

Therefore, The Daily World had only one reason for making a move.

"So, is your goal Superman?"

Faced with Colin's question, the man representing The Daily World obviously disdained to lie. He nodded and admitted on the spot, "Without a doubt, the only thing in Messenger that caught The Daily World's attention is the serialized comic of Superman."

The potential of Superman was clear not only to the readers but also to the newspaper.

As the comic continued to be serialized, the sales of Messenger soared. Although it was still insignificant compared to a major newspaper like The Daily World, the implications behind it undoubtedly intrigued The Daily World.

After all, the larger the newspaper, the more importance it places on newspaper sales.

Since "Superman" has been able to increase the sales of "The Messenger News" from a few thousand to twenty thousand copies, would publishing it in "The Daily World," which has a larger circulation and a wider readership, attract more readers and further increase the newspaper's sales?

Not to mention, "The Daily World" can capitalize on some peripheral income obtained from the "Superman" comics.

It is precisely for these reasons that "The Daily World" has taken action to propose the acquisition of The Messenger News under Colin's command.

Under normal circumstances, there is no reason to refuse an acquisition proposed by a big newspaper like "The Daily World."

Although "The Daily World" has been somewhat arrogant in its negotiating stance.

But this does not diminish the attractiveness of the conditions they have put forward.

At least in The Messenger News office, both Old John and Young John showed clear interest on their faces after hearing the conditions proposed by "The Daily World."

Once Colin agrees to the acquisition.

They will also receive a substantial severance payment and even have the opportunity to work in a branch office under "The Daily World."

"Sorry."

"At the moment, I have no intention of selling The Messenger News."

Taking his gaze away from Old John and Young John, Colin firmly rejected the acquisition by "The Daily World."

As the creator of the comic, he understands the value of "Superman" better than anyone else in this world.

Not to mention, the unlocking of the abilities of the "Black Iron Mark" also requires Colin to continue serializing the comic.

Once "Superman" falls into the hands of "The Daily World," how can he ensure that they will continue the serialization of the comic according to his wishes? Moreover, Colin cannot guarantee that the readership after the serialization of "Superman" in "The Daily World" will harvest [faith] as it did in The Messenger.

It is precisely due to these concerns that Colin chose to reject "The Daily World."

Of course, it must also be acknowledged.

The arrogant attitude displayed by the other party since entering the newspaper office has annoyed him.

"Hmm?!"

Colin's refusal was obviously something that the middle-aged man didn't expect.

"Are you sure you've thought this through, Mr. Colin Luper?"

The middle-aged man in charge of the acquisition looked at him and reaffirmed, seemingly not believing what he had just heard.

"Do you understand what you're doing right now?"

"I think I've made myself quite clear."

In the face of the man's questioning, Colin calmly replied.

"The Messenger is in good business condition, and I have no intention of selling the newspaper. So, I'm sorry, sir, for making you come here for nothing."

After listening to Colin's words, the expression on the man's face instantly became displeased.

"You have no idea what you have missed!"

Standing up, putting on the hat on the table, and wearing it on his head again, the man looked down at Colin and threatened in a tone.

"You have one last chance to regret it before 10 o'clock tomorrow morning, Mr. Colin Luper. Otherwise, The Messenger News will be ready to close its doors. You need to understand that in this world, there is not only o

"You have one last chance to regret it before 10 o'clock tomorrow morning, Mr. Colin Luper. Otherwise, The Messenger News will be ready to close its doors. You need to understand that in this world, there is not only one newspaper that draws so-called superhero comics..."