America gains both fame and fortune

Chapter 576: The Trap is Too Harsh

"Your presence here is the best support for the cause of protecting women's rights!"

At the entrance of the banquet hall, Jolie and Aniston were welcoming guests.

This was a party hosted by the two in the name of MeToo, and many victims of the Harvey case were invited to attend, such as Léa Seydoux, Asia Argento and Anna Frank.

In addition, many media people, such as whistleblower Jody and Helen, who was the first to report on the talk show, also came to the party.

However, the most eye-catching people at the scene were Gavin Newsom and Jennifer Siebel.

Gavin found Martin, shook hands with him, and said, "You and MiTu's support for Jennifer has helped her through the most difficult period. As her husband, I must say thank you."

Martin has some experience dealing with political creatures: "Gavin, you're welcome. This is what we should do. This is what we have been working hard to promote in recent years. Women's legal rights must be protected."

He knew that Gavin was a family member of the victim, so he deliberately changed his position: "Many of my friends, Julie, Léa Seydoux, and Charlize Theron, are all victims of Harvey. I understand the difficulties they have gone through. They are all strong fighters!"

This seemed to bring them closer, and Gavin praised: "Your friends are all great."

After saying these high-sounding words, Martin knew how to bring men closer together: "Outstanding men like us will definitely have many outstanding female friends."

Gavin laughed and whispered, "I don't have many female friends."

This San Francisco boss has been involved in scandals in that area and is much less concerned about these things.

"Come to Los Angeles often in the future." Martin said naturally, "You can also attend the meetings of the Coke God Church."

Gavin asked, "When are you going to San Francisco to hold a Coca Cola Church meeting?"

The two discussed parties and female friends.

Until Julie came over with Jennifer Siebel.

Sibel asked, "What are you talking about? You seem very happy?"

Gavin smiled and said, "This is a secret between men, dear, I can't tell you."

Sibel looked at Martin, and Martin spread his hands, indicating that he could not help.

Julie said, "Men always have some things they cannot tell others. Ignore them and come over here. It's our turn to take the stage."

There was no sadness or solemnity at this party. The atmosphere was very joyful. Everyone present saw the bright prospect of sharing the fruits of victory from Weinstein, and they were all very happy.

Afterwards, Jolie and Aniston went to the front desk together and pinned the MeToo fist on Jennifer Siebel, Léa Seydoux and others.

This also marks that they have officially become a member of the MiToo organization.

After coming down from the stage, Jennifer Siebel called Martin and Gavin over again.

She said: "Returning to the familiar Los Angeles brought both nightmares and wonderful memories. I once wanted to be a big star like Julia Roberts, but unfortunately..."

Gavin acted like a model husband and encouraged her, "Honey, the environment has improved. It's not too late for you to pursue your dreams now."

Martin could tell from the couple's singing in unison, and said with a smile, "Director David Fincher and I are about to collaborate on a film called Gone Girl. Jennifer, if you are interested, you can come and take a look at the crew."

Xibeier said, "I will definitely go." She smiled and said, "Besides being an actor, I was also a producer."

Martin knew that the other party didn't mind talking about the past, so he said with hatred: "Weinstein has made Hollywood lose an outstanding producer. He should spend the rest of his life in prison and repent for his heinous crimes."

Gavin understood these words. If he wanted to create the image of a husband who loves his wife and family, he also needed to do so. He said: "Everyone is responsible for their own actions, and Harvey is no exception."

No one can ignore the influence of this important figure in the California Donkey Party.

Gavin left to discuss the women's rights activities in San Francisco with Jolie and Aniston.

Sibel waited until her husband walked away, then suddenly said, "Actually, I have a film project on hand. Last year, an old friend approached me and wanted to collaborate on a feature film. I was about to start the project, but this incident delayed it."

"If you think the project is feasible, you can come to Burbank and work with Davis Studio." Martin thought of the money invested by the Koreans and thought he could find a way to deduct some of it: "My studio has the most professional staff."

He won't address the fact that Davis Studios was essentially a shell company.

Sibel said, "Then I'll come to Burbank to see you some other day."

Martin responded: "You can come anytime."

Today's party did not last long. When it dispersed in the evening, Martin quietly got into Jolie and Aniston's car again.

Aniston didn't ask any more questions and drove straight back to her own home.

Julie looked at Martin sideways and said with a smile: "Teacher, did you have a good chat with Sibel?"

Martin blocked the way in advance: "We just talked about some things about movies. She hasn't given up on Hollywood yet. Maybe she wants to satisfy her addiction to being a heroine."

"Great!" Julie clapped her hands vigorously. "Red sofa, unspoken rules, use them all! Remember to call me, I will accompany you to audition for her, then..."

Martin raised his hand and pinched Julie's thick lips: "Are you crazy?"

Aniston said: "She's not crazy, she's in the hair salon!" Julie knocked Martin's hand away and said: "Isn't this your favorite thing to do?"

Martin denied: "Don't talk nonsense, I didn't!"

Aniston couldn't stand it anymore and reminded, "Harvey's wife, Georgina Chapman!"

Julie followed up: "Stuart Townsend's fiancée Charlize Theron!"

"These are just accidents." Martin didn't bother to argue with them and returned to the previous topic: "Sibel and I were just simply discussing cooperation."

He added: "I'm not crazy yet."

Julie stopped joking and said seriously: "I'm not crazy, I'm just reminding you not to lose control of your mind."

Martin said, "Am I the kind of person who can't tell the difference between the important and the unimportant?"

Aniston interjected, "Angie, the two of us will take good care of him tonight, and Martin will be safe from now on."

Julie thought of a good idea: "How about this, let's take the initiative this time. I'll be on top, and you'll be responsible for lifting me up to hit this bastard!"

"Oh, you have a nice idea!" Aniston was unhappy: "Why don't you carry me?"

Julie said, "Because I came up with the idea."

Aniston just drove into the house: "But you are in my house, and guests should listen to the host's arrangements!"

Martin said, "Stop arguing, you all have to listen to me tonight!"

The absurdity of this night did not last long, because the next day Martin had to go to Warner Bros. to attend a partner meeting. Warner Bros.' new CEO Kevin Tsujihara would formally discuss future cooperation with Warner's partners.

Because of an appointment with Louise, Martin came to Davis Studio first.

As soon as I entered the lobby of the office building, I saw several Asian people sitting in the rest and waiting area.

When the middle-aged man saw Martin, he hurried over and said, "Mr. Davis, long time no see."

Martin recognized him, Wu Maoting, a jewelry and jade investor from Myanmar, and immediately shook hands with him, saying with a smile, "It's been a while since we last met."

He pointed to the stairs and said, "Upstairs, please."

The group went upstairs and entered the reception room. Martin asked a question and had tea brought over.

Wu Maoting gave his men a look.

The latter immediately took out a gift box and handed it to him.

Wu Maoting placed the gift box on the table next to him and said, "I'm sorry for coming to your house. This small gift is not a token of my respect."

The lid of the gift box was transparent, and Martin could see several cut rubies through the lid.

Although it is not big, it seems to be in good condition.

Martin had heard of the Burmese ruby, but he didn't know much about it. He just glanced at it, then looked away and said, "Mr. Wu, you have a saying in the East: When you give a gift to someone, you must be asking for something in return!"

Wu Maoting hesitated, but said directly: "I want to continue to participate in Davis Studio's film investment."

Martin said, "I remember you worked directly with Warner Pictures?"

"I apologize to you for my recklessness and short-sightedness," Wu said in detail. "Two years ago, I participated in the joint investment of Terminator 2018. The budget of the film was as high as $2 million, and it finally earned $3.71 million at the box office. Warner Bros. told me that the film had a huge loss, and I only got back less than $3000 million of the $500 million I invested."

He was very angry: "I asked a professional accounting firm to check Warner Bros.' bills, and they told me there was no problem with the accounts, and the entire film suffered a particularly heavy loss."

Martin didn't pay much attention to the profit or loss of this film. A book loss was normal. When facing foreign investors, the Big Six Hollywood studios are best at accounting.

Sure enough, Wu Maoting said: "In order to raise funds, Warner Pictures borrowed money from New Line Cinema, and the interest alone was as high as 2000 million US dollars! New Line, like Warner Pictures, is a subsidiary of Warner Bros...."

Martin added: "Not every Hollywood company is like Davis Studios and Pacific Pictures."

"Yes, yes, I regret it very much." Wu Maoting sighed: "I sued Warner Bros. and spent a huge amount of legal fees to seek justice, but I lost the case."

Martin didn't say much; this result was not surprising.

Wu Maoting said sincerely, "Mr. Davis, please forgive my ignorance and give me another chance to invest in Hollywood."

He encountered some problems in Myanmar and wanted to gain a foothold here, but he needed a channel to transfer funds, and the film industry was extremely suitable.

Of course, it can’t be like “Terminator 2018”, which is not only a scam, but also too cruel.

Hearing this, Martin thought of Sibel, thought for a moment, and said, "After 2008, Hollywood has encountered a lot of troubles. Mr. Wu, if you want to invest, I welcome you, but I can't guarantee that the money you invest will be profitable, or even that you can recover your investment."

He suddenly changed the subject: "But there is one thing I can guarantee, Davis Studio and Pacific Pictures will never do the same thing as Warner Pictures."

(End of this chapter)