Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 388 The Naïve Demon King

After spending a wonderful Christmas holiday with Nicole Kidman, Nicole Kidman went home to visit her parents.

Aaron, who was preparing to return home, ran into Lachlan Murdoch, the vice president of News Corporation and the eldest son of Rupert Murdoch, in Sydney.

Lachlan Murdoch is only one year younger than Aaron and currently manages the Queensland Press Group, which includes The Australian.

After having lunch with Lachlan Murdoch at a hotel near the Sydney Opera House, the two were surrounded by reporters!
When faced with reporters' questions, Aaron only gave a vague response, saying, "I'm just here on vacation; it's summer in Australia right now."

"As for the cooperation with News Corporation, Dawn has always had one. Although Universal and 20th Century Fox are competitors in Hollywood, Dawn Group and News Corporation have also had many collaborations."

Compared to Aaron Anderson's questions, some of the questions Lachlan Murdoch was asked were much more difficult.

"Mr. Murdoch, why were you appointed as the president to succeed News Corporation as its newspaper printing business in Australia, since such a title is not common in Australia?"

Lachlan Murdoch is young, a recent graduate, and about the same age as these journalists, but Queensland Press Group is News Corporation's representative company in the Australian newspaper industry;
It's no wonder these reporters are asking questions, given that it's managed by a recent graduate.

Lachlan Murdoch responded, "I'm just in charge of management, carrying out the tasks assigned to me by the board!"

"So, what can you actually do?"

"As a business operator, how can you combine philosophy with practice?"

Lachlan Murdoch had little track record when he took over Queensland Newspapers, and he himself didn't have much experience.

Faced with these questions, Lachlan Murdoch could only offer perfunctory responses before hastily leaving.

In the car, Aaron said with a smile, "That's just how reporters are. You'll get used to it!"

Lachlan Murdoch sighed, "I know, mainly because I took over the company directly and didn't have any track record."

The difference between a rich second-generation like Lachlan Murdoch and a self-made man like Aaron Anderson is definitely not the same.
They've had everything since they were little, and it's always the best of everything. They don't understand what it means to give back.
"Aaron, you're amazing! Dawn's IPO has shocked the world!"

In just a few years, Aaron Anderson founded a global entertainment group with a market value of nearly $200 billion;
How could Lachlan Murdoch not be envious? He studied at elite schools such as Dalton School and Trinity School in Cambridge during his childhood, and then went on to attend Princeton University!
For Biaron Anderson, who only graduated from high school and never went to college, the difference is too great.

Currently, 70% of News Corporation's revenue comes from the United States, with the remainder coming from Europe, Oceania, and Asia.

"Although Australia is where News Corporation is headquartered and registered, Mr. Murdoch will definitely move News Corporation to the United States."

"Perhaps you should return to the United States as soon as possible to participate in the management of News Corporation!"

Aaron knew that Lachlan Murdoch and his father Rupert Murdoch had a bad relationship, but what good would it do to stay in Australia?

How can you cause trouble for Rupert Murdoch if you don't go to the United States?
"I've lived in the US for several years, so I'm definitely going to go!"

Lachlan Murdoch said seriously.

Aaron nodded...

In the evening, Aaron went to the Sydney Opera House to see the play "Hamlet". The Sydney Opera House's production of "Hamlet" this year was very popular.
Especially the actress who plays Ophelia!
At the after-party, Aaron approached the blonde, blue-eyed, tall, beautiful, and elegant actress.

Good evening, your performance was very good!

"Thank you."

Aaron nodded. "Aaron Anderson, an American!" He shook hands with the other person. "Good evening, I'm Cate Blanchett!"

"Judging from your performance, you have a deep foundation. You must have acted in movies and TV series before, right?"

Aaron inquired, after all, Cate Blanchett was already 27 years old.

"Yes, besides dramas, I've also acted in several TV series, and a movie called 'Border Town' was released this year."

Anyone who can attend the banquet at the theater must have some connections; Cate Blanchett didn't hide anything.
However, he wasn't very familiar with Aaron Anderson, but of course he was happy that a young and handsome man praised his performance.

Cate Blanchett has only worked in Australian films and television series, so Aaron obviously didn't know that.

But Aaron knew this person, and with a smile, he took two glasses of wine from the waiter. "Have a drink!"

Cate Blanchett nodded, clinked glasses with Aaron, and took a sip. "By the way, Mr. Anderson, are you in Australia for work or tourism?"

Aaron smiled. "I guess so. Just call me Aaron, and I'll call you Kate!"

“Okay, Aaron,” Cate Blanchett smiled, “Australia has a lot of attractions, you’ll need to spend more time to see everything.”

Aaron shook his head. "That's not a problem, it's just that we're short a guide."

"is it?"

“Of course,” Aaron finished his drink. “New Year’s Eve is just around the corner. It must be quite lively here in Sydney, right?”

"Yes, it's very lively, with fireworks displays and various New Year's Eve performances!"

"Oh, is it so?"

Cate Blanchett nodded. "Although I'm from Melbourne, I studied at the Australian National School of Dramatic Art in Sydney."

“I have been working at the Sydney Theatre since I graduated three years ago.”

As the party ended, Aaron and Cate Blanchett hit it off and then he drove her home.

"Kate, let's have dinner together tomorrow. I'll pick you up then."

In the car, Aaron and Cate Blanchett sat in the back, Aaron suggested.

“Yes, sure,” Cate Blanchett agreed to the date. “Aaron, my house is just ahead!”

See you tomorrow, Kate!

As he spoke, Aaron leaned in and kissed the woman on the lips.

Cate Blanchett responded for a moment, then smiled and opened the car door, "See you tomorrow!"

Aaron waved and then told the driver to drive back to the hotel.

Cate Blanchett now is not the future queen of charisma; she hasn't evolved into the "Great Demon King" yet!
At least, Cate Blanchett's current beauty still carries a touch of youthful innocence;
The future isn't as bright as it seems...

(End of this chapter)