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Chapter 404 We Were Ambushed! (Seeking monthly votes and recommendations!!!)

O'Barry is gone!
Before leaving, the old man tricked Liu Jin into drinking three cups of Sunset Rollercoaster.

Sometimes, you have to admit that while these rednecks are often no good, they can be incredibly crazy when they're determined to do something.

Well, he still decided to see for himself those damn little lives.

Liu Jin also drank quite a bit.

However, not all of them are Sunset Rollercoasters.

At Isabelle Adjani's suggestion, he tried six different cocktails.

Daiquiri was originally a Cuban summer drink made with rum, lime juice, and syrup.

However, Matteo added fruit variations when making this wine.

For example, Liu Jin's favorite strawberry also maintains Dai Qili's classic refreshing tone.

Yes, this cocktail was once very popular because it was Hemingway's favorite, but in this timeline, because Hemingway is gone, this cocktail is unknown to most people. Matteo was very surprised when Liu Jin mentioned this cocktail.

Negroni, 1919, exclusive to an Italian count.

The perfect blend of gin, Campari bitters, and sweet vermouth.

The interplay of sweet and bitter is what older men love most.

"When those old men from America come to Italy, they like to order a Negroni and then brag to the girls about their glorious achievements during World War II. It used to be okay, but now, the girls have become much more realistic."

When Matteo introduced the wine, he couldn't help but make a few sarcastic remarks about America's old white man.

Adjani, standing next to her, was laughing so hard she was shaking with mirth.

"So, this is the legendary 'adult-only wine,' right?"

"Hahaha, America's drink is for adults only."

Matteo taught Liu Jin a lesson, completing the alternative name for this cocktail.

"Try this one too, white rum with lime, mint and soda water..."

"MOJITO!"

"Haha, you're a connoisseur of wine."

Yes, it's another cocktail that gained worldwide fame because of Hemingway.

However, my fellow Chinese fans probably know more about Jay Chou's song "Mojito".

This is Cuba's national drink, and it is said that Hemingway often drank this drink when he was writing "The Old Man and the Sea".

In 2019, global sales reached 1.2 million cups.

But in this time and space, although many people drink this wine, it is not very famous to be honest.

because……

We're missing Hemingway!

I wonder if Jay Chou will ever write that song again?
Finally, Matteo made Liu Jin a Whiskey Sour. Yes, that's the Whiskey Sour that's known as the 'litmus test' for scumbags.

Liu Jin was already tipsy after finishing his drink.

At this moment, Adjani thoughtfully ordered him a Long Island Iced Tea.

After taking that sip of wine, Liu Jin was completely stunned!
Fortunately, his remaining rationality allowed him to barely stay conscious.

However, the sea breeze blows.

That bit of clarity has become somewhat blurred.

……

He doesn't remember how he got back to the hotel.

I vaguely remember that it was Adjani who helped him up at the beginning.

But later, Adjani couldn't hold on any longer, so she called Matteo and another bartender, and they finally managed to get him back to the hotel.

That night, a warm, soft, and moist body pressed against his.

Young and impetuous Liu Jin could hardly resist such temptation, so the two bodies became entangled and fought until dawn.

In the middle, it sounded like someone was knocking on the door.

Liu Jin ignored him.

The person beneath him covered his mouth and remained silent.

After that, the people outside left...

Good morning, Isabel.

Good morning, Amos!

When Liu Jin woke up the next day, he was still feeling the effects of the alcohol.

But he could clearly recognize Isabelle lying next to him.

I've really become a philanderer...

Yes, it's really moisturizing!
Adjani responded to him lazily, turned over, and went back to sleep.

As she turned over, the blanket covering her fell off, revealing her curvaceous and exquisite body to Liu Jin.

It must be admitted that Isabelle Adjani has very delicate skin.

Unlike most European and American women, whose skin becomes rough, pores become larger, and body odor increases as they age, she doesn't have the same skin texture.

This woman has absolutely no such flaw.

And that mature and voluptuous beauty...

Liu Jin didn't bother thinking about those things anymore and immediately leaned in to hug her again.

Seven o'clock in the morning, the time is just right.

After a morning exercise session, the effects of the alcohol completely wore off, and I felt refreshed.

……

Mature women have their own advantages!
There's not that much affectation.

At noon, when the two went to a restaurant for lunch, Adjani acted as if nothing had happened.

However, her face looked even more delicate than yesterday.

Like flowers parched by drought, now nourished and radiant, she ate very little, only ordering a mixed scallop salad.

It's a refreshing and delicious dish made with a mix of seafood such as scallops, shrimp, and squid, seasoned with onions, olive oil, and lemon juice.

"You only ate this little?"

"I am full!"

Adjani glanced at Liu Jin.

"You have a small appetite."

Liu Jin ordered a Venetian-style squid ink pasta and a buttered veal liver.

This is also a Venetian specialty: veal liver is pan-fried in butter and served with sweet onions, resulting in a rich and layered flavor.

The beef liver was a bit small.

So Liu Jin specially added another piece of beef liver.

His witty double entendre elicited a series of cold laughs from Isabelle Adjani.

"Eva and Emmanuel are arriving tomorrow. I advise you to save your appetite so you don't get overwhelmed."

"Eh……"

“Count me in for that project you were talking about with O’Barry yesterday.”

"You want to participate?"

"I think this is a very meaningful thing."

As the two were talking, a middle-aged man and Naomi Watts walked over.

"Adjani, it's been a long time."

"Hey, Sean, Naomi, what are you doing here?"

"I took a walk around the beach this morning, but couldn't think of anything to eat, so I just came here to grab something quick."

"You must be Amos. I've heard Naomi mention you often. I never expected to meet you here. I'm Sean Penn."

Well, how should I put it?

A notorious bad boy in Hollywood.

Yeah, the original bad boy!
He's quite famous, but also very controversial.

He was once Madonna's husband, and now he is Robin Wright's husband.

So, who is Robin Wright?
Jenny in Forrest Gump was played by Robin Wright.

She was once considered Liu Jin's ideal woman, especially during the opening scene where she sang in the bar.

Unfortunately now...

As she got older, and with the addition of XD, she completely changed and no longer resembles Jenny from Forrest Gump, a character many people still remember fondly.

It is said that Sean Penn is currently in divorce proceedings with her.

Liu Jin smiled and shook hands with Sean Penn. "I'm really looking forward to your '21 Grams.' Naomi told me it's an excellent film."

"Haha, I think so too."

Sean Penn, who seemed to be a compliant mule, immediately beamed with joy.

Naomi, on the other hand, rolled her eyes at Liu Jin.

A hint of complaint still lingered in his eyes.

What do you mean?
Liu Jin was a little confused.

He couldn't understand why Naomi was behaving this way, so lukewarmly, as if she were a completely different person from yesterday.

"Adjani, Amos, I'm planning to go to Burano Island this afternoon. Are you interested?"

"I have arranged to meet Tom this afternoon."

As you know, *Before Sunrise* was funded by Searchlight Pictures, and Tom came in person; he took this project very seriously.

"I'm a little tired and I'm planning to take a rest."

"Alright then, I guess I'll have to go by myself... Naomi?"

"Give me a break! Yesterday you left me alone in the city and I almost got lost."

"You go ahead, I'm going to rest at the hotel today."

Naomi was furious when the topic came up.

However, Liu Jin always felt that when Naomi spoke, she was always staring at him, as if her resentment was directed at him.

This also left Liu Jin feeling somewhat bewildered.

"I really did make a mistake yesterday... Never mind, I'll go by myself then."

I thought I'd wander around alone, maybe even have a beautiful encounter... Haha, you know, Italian women are very warm and friendly.

America, the old white man!
Liu Jin and Adjani exchanged a glance and unanimously labeled Sean Penn.

……

In the afternoon, Adjani went to see Tom.

Liu Jin sat alone in the garden, tapping on his notebook at a small round table.

Chicago is finished!

But "The Girl Who Plays with Fire" is just the beginning.

With two more novels to read in the second half of the year, "The Da Vinci Code" and "Inception," time is getting a bit tight.

The original plan was to finish two parts during the summer vacation.

But now...

Liu Jin felt he had to speed things up!
A graceful figure appeared outside the small gate of the garden.

Just as Liu Jin was engrossed in writing, a sweet cry came from outside the small door.

"Amos, may I come in and sit for a while?"

……

(End of this chapter)