Not to mention how he would be spared the need to teach.
The couple took an almost easy breath.
Danny said, “I can pay you six thousand dollars for each segment that we use. I know it’s not much, but that’s what we’ve budgeted—”
“Excuse me,” Megan snapped. “My client will receive ten thousand. Whether you use the segment or not.”
Danny looked horrified. “You know I can’t do that.”
“You are asking Ian Hart to help you out in a crisis,” Megan replied. “You can do it, and you will.”
“Megan—”
“Plus residuals.”
“What happened to protecting the interests of your client the over-budget producer?”
“You’re not my client anymore. I warned you when I accepted this little item.” She wiggled the finger holding a diamond ring. “You’re Sonya’s problem now.”
Danny leaned back. “I actually don’t know what to say.”
“Then we’re in agreement?”
“Seven.”
“Nine.”
“Eight, and that’s final.”
“Eight per each segment you ask him to work through. What you use in the film’s final cut does not enter into this discussion. He gets paid for each segment that you record.” She held up her hand. “If Ian’s music doesn’t suit you, you can stop after the first track. Which we know won’t happen. Plus residuals. Andthatis final.”
“You are the absolute toughest negotiator I’ve ever had to deal with.” Danny tried for a glare, but his grin broke through. “I agree. But only if we can start this afternoon.”
