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Chapter 616 The Romantic Idealist (Seeking monthly votes and subscriptions!!!)
"Hey, Amos, long time no see."

The voice of René came through the phone.

They sound very energetic.

"Where is Genet?"

"Provence, I'm on vacation here."

"Jene, I have a story I'd like to share with you."

"what story?"

"Do you know about my book 'Amos's Fantastic Journey' that I published last year?"

"of course I know!"

“There’s a story in it called ‘The Bélier Family,’ which I plan to adapt into a movie. I wonder if you’d be interested.”

There was a moment of silence on the phone.

"I seem to remember, but..."

Okay, I'll take another look and give you an answer.

"it is good!"

Liu Jin was also very straightforward and hung up the phone immediately.

He then called Isabelle Huppert.

Isabelle Huppert has a constant stream of acting offers and is always very busy.

Liu Jin hadn't seen her for a long time either...

This year, she just finished filming "The Miracle of Medea" and also served as a producer for the first time.

In fact, actors of her age are all looking for other paths in life.

For example, Sophie Marceau and Isabelle Adjani transitioned into directing, while Emmanuelle began to move towards producing.

Among them, Isabelle Adjani and Emmanuelle have both had good careers.

Sophie was doing quite well, but she almost ruined her career after taking it upon herself to direct a film that, despite winning the Best Director award at the Montreal Film Festival, only grossed $32. Luckily, she had a writer backing her up and even wrote a film specifically for her, a collaboration with Monica Bellucci.

This matter has already spread throughout the French film industry.

I wonder how many people are envious and a little jealous of this.

Moreover, the development of Isabelle Adjani and Emmanuelle is also inextricably linked to Liu Jin.

Isabelle Adjani will now direct a film called "The Chorus" in collaboration with Juliette Binoche.

Emmanuel was even more remarkable, as he produced "La Vie en Rose"...

Although Isabelle Huppert didn't say anything, she was still very envious.

And now, Liu Jin has come knocking on our door!

“The Bélier family? I’ve read it, it’s a great story.”

"Yes, I would like to invite you to play the role of Gigi, but you will need to spend some time learning sign language."

For the male lead, I'm still considering Javier Bardem and Jean Reno.

I plan to cast a Chinese actress in the role of Crystal, and I've already chosen someone...

As for the director, I'm waiting for news from Genet.

Isabelle Huppert thought for a moment and asked, "When will the camera be turned on?"

"I expect it to be early next year."

"That shouldn't be a big problem. I'm joining the cast of 'Hidden Love' next month."

The project will likely end around October... After that, I don't have any plans for the time being, but I can reserve my schedule for the first half of next year.

"Thank you, Isabel."

"Haha, if you find a good role in the future, just remember to look for me."

Liu Jin chatted with Isabelle for a while, then hung up the phone.

But then he slapped his forehead, realizing he'd forgotten to ask Isabelle for Jean Reno's number.

In the original timeline, Jean Reno was filming "The Da Vinci Code" and had completed the production of "The Pink Panther".

But in this time and space...

Liu Jin wasn't quite sure what he was busy with either.

Never mind, I'll ask Ozon or Adjani later.

Contact Javier Baden first.

Deep down, he preferred Javier Baden because the two were closer.

But Jean Reno...

Liu Jin is a very good admirer of a French actor.

His appearance is very similar to that of the actor who played Rodolphe Béliès in "The Béliès Family".

Acting?

Jean Reno is not bad.

Liu Jin hesitated because he had heard that Liu Jin had a bad temper.

……

I spent two days in Toulouse and took the opportunity to visit Abel.

Abel told him that the Chinese swindler Liu Jinrang had dealt with had already been severely punished.

Which Chinese scammer?

"That's the guy you paid two thousand euros to take care of last month."

Liu Jin then looked enlightened.

He really forgot about it.

At the time, Qianqian asked him to help Sun Ya get revenge, as a way to maintain their sisterly bond, so Liu Jin contacted Abel...

But afterwards, he went to Germany.

A month has passed in the blink of an eye, and I've long forgotten about it.

Abel took out a stack of photos from the drawer. In one of them was a tall, thin, pretty boy with a bit of the looks of a gigolo, covered in blood after being beaten.

According to Abel, the guy was stuffed in a sack and beaten for half an hour.

Not only were several of his ribs broken, but his arm was also broken.

One eye is blind, and the face is disfigured...

"Shit, who did you hire? They're so ruthless!"

A group of Tunisian refugees have just arrived in France.

I never expected these guys to be so ruthless… The Tunisian gang in Metz said, consider it a gift.”

Liu Jin was already used to this.

He lit the photo, threw it into the ashtray, and watched it turn to ashes.

"Good work deserves reward!"

He laughed and joked with Abel.

"It can't compare to you. You made a huge splash in Germany, 1 vs 6, and you actually beat them."

Rust even called me and said he wanted to fight you.

"No rules is fine, but boxing is out of the question. I can't take that guy's punches either."

"If you say that, he'll be smug for a long time!"

……

After leaving the boxing gym, Liu Jin went to visit Delphine. However, the café was closed.

It's said she went to America for medical treatment, apparently because she wasn't feeling well.

This caused Liu Jin to return disappointed.

Back at his lodgings, he made a phone call to Joann.

Professor Joan P. now lives a very comfortable life in London, enjoying a blissful time with his young lover.

During the phone call, Liu Jin mentioned Jacques Attali.

Joan P was silent for a moment, then said softly, "Amos, if I were you, I would stay far away from those people."

"how?"

"Those people are wicked."

"You mean..."

"I did not say anything!"

As expected of a Celestial Dragon!
Joanp was clearly aware of Attali's background and spoke very cautiously.

In his words: No matter how eloquently they speak, you only need to remember three words: Don't believe them!

Then, just stay away from them.

However, Old Qiao's last words infuriated Liu Jin.

Of course, you don't need to worry too much. I reckon that people like Jacques Attali might not even be interested in you...

"Why?"

"You're a Chinese, do you really want to be emperor in France?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Jin burst into laughter.

Of course they wouldn't be interested in him; they probably already had someone else in mind—the future emperor, Little Ma.

This is also a major reason why Ma Ying-jeou's policies are so uncertain in the future.

However, there are also problems with Pony Ma himself.

She's such a hipster!

Liu Jin has read Ma Huateng's book "Change" written in 2016, as well as his interview in 2020.

Yes, it's that book, "Reinventing France: Interviews with French President Emmanuel Macron".

From these two books, it's clear that this guy is an idealist with extremely strong romanticism.

I am fascinated by romantic figures who encounter unfamiliar things, dangers, and vast spaces in life.

He admired Fabrice, the protagonist of Stendhal's novel "The Abbey of Parma," praising his 'naive courage and reckless pursuit'.

Yes, some people have translated this book as "The Abbey of Parma".

Liu Jin's greatest admiration is for Fabrice's aunt in the novel, a wise and intelligent woman with immense courage and knowledge. Liu Jin even thinks that Ma Ge's marriage to Brigitte, who is 24 years his senior, next year is probably influenced by "The Abbey of Parma."

With her aunt's help, Fabrice broke free from her cage and stepped into a new world.

And Brigitte...

Fabrice's aunt?
Liu Jin felt that it was very likely!
To be honest, Fabrice at the Parma Monastery was just so-so.

But his aunt is truly amazing...

Liu Jin vividly remembers the scene of his aunt lighting all the torches in the manor to celebrate Fabrice's escape.

To be honest, Ma Ying-jeou is certainly flamboyant, but as a politician, he is far from being competent enough!
They are easily manipulated.

Just like Fabrice.

However, he didn't have Fabrice's aunt, only Brigitte!
……

"Don't worry, I know what's important."

"You know nothing... Attali will destroy France sooner or later."

"why?"

"Because this is his promised land."

"Forehead……"

Stop it, stop it!
feel a little scared.

In fact, it's not just France; the whole of Europe claims to be their promised land.

Liu Jin didn't continue the conversation with Qiao Anpu, but instead sent him the manuscript of "The Big Short".

"I haven't had time to read novels lately, I'm too busy."

"Hmph, you're having a blast with your little pop star, aren't you..."

"That's nothing compared to you. One minute you're spending the night at sea with Monica, and the couple is almost at each other's throats."

Then he stayed in Germany to relive his old dreams.

Amos, you're a complete scumbag.

"Professor, if you put it that way, I'll expose your affair with that little pop star in the newspapers."

"Haha, Amos, my best student, I will definitely read your novel carefully."

Liu Jin merely snorted a few times.

……

The following day, Liu Jin left his residence and drove to Gryzan.

He originally wanted to invite Mela along.

But Mela told him that she was going to America to take care of some financial matters.

Alright, then I'll set off alone!
Without further ado, Liu Jin drove straight to Gryzan.

It's been so long since I've seen my brother!
He didn't look to be in particularly good spirits.

"Anita Mui's condition has been fluctuating."

"what?"

"It was already in a state of deterioration and was forcibly controlled for two years."

It's out of control now!

"But she seems to be in good spirits."

Leslie Cheung just smiled and didn't say anything.

Liu Jin understood immediately.

"How much longer?"

"Six months? But no more than a year... Maggie heard that America has a special medicine, so she flew over to inquire about the situation."

Old Liu, when you see her later, don't show any emotion.

I told her that her condition was improving and she would recover soon…

Liu Jin took a deep breath.

He composed himself, flashed a bright smile, and walked into Anita Mui's house together with Leslie Cheung.

Actually, he was already mentally prepared.

Birth, aging, sickness, and death!

There are still six months left, right? Maybe in those six months, medicine will suddenly advance by leaps and bounds and it will be curable?

Although he knew it was wishful thinking.

But as long as one is alive, one must always have something to look forward to.

right?
……

(End of this chapter)