While in Hollywood, I used Taoist magic to quell American terrorism.

"It's a pleasure working with you!"

Cao Kun and Gardner shook hands.

As a result, Cao Kun also acquired the copyright to "The Pursuit of Happyness".

Gardner also promised Cao Kun that he would finish the autobiography as soon as possible.

When the book is published and released, Cao Kun will also hire a marketing company to give it a boost and make it even more popular.

A book that becomes popular will attract more traffic.

This is called IP.

That's how Hollywood companies operate.

There are books that rise to the bestseller list on their own without any promotion, but they are usually rare.

Both of these films are important works by Will Smith later on.

Now, Cao Kun has snatched them all away.

Originally, "I Am Legend" was also very powerful, but unfortunately it was a horror movie, and this world was destined never to exist.

Without these three films, "Hitch" was practically Will Smith's last moment of glory.

As a Taoist priest, Cao Kun could certainly have used a simpler method to resolve the humane issue with Will.

But that's a bit boring.

Stealing someone else's luck is both exhilarating and interesting.

Seeing that Cao Kun had obtained the copyright, Succubus also became interested.

"Master, when are we going to find someone to make a film about Hancock?"

Cao Kun: "No rush, we can't film this now. Otherwise, it'll definitely flop."

"Huh?" the succubus asked, puzzled. "When will that be?"

Cao Kun: "Wait for 'Superman Returns' next year."

Next year, "Superman Returns" will be released.

Then, they suffered a crushing defeat.

Only then will audiences completely lose interest in this traditional superhero genre.

That's the right time for "Hancock" to be released.

Succubus: "Next year? Then let's start the project now, find people to film it, that's about right."

The production cycle for a movie is very long, especially for special effects movies like this; a year or more is considered fast.

Some movies have even longer production cycles.

According to data I found online, films involving a large number of special effects have an average production cycle of around 15 months.

Cao Kun thought about it and realized it made sense; it also involved finding a distribution company and setting a release date.

He remembered that "Superman Returns" was scheduled to be released next June.

Including the two-month theatrical release period, which is August.

He really doesn't have a lot of time.

Cao Kun: "You're right, so let's get ready to begin."

"Perfect timing. You registered a production company last time, so let's use that company's name to produce this movie."

The succubus seemed quite interested: "If we can't find a female lead, I can materialize myself and act in the role."

Cao Kun glared at her: "What kind of movie are you acting in, you unregistered resident?"

The succubus hurriedly said, "I can hack into the system and create an identity for myself. I guarantee no one will be able to find out."

Cao Kun: "No, what if you reveal your identity and are targeted by a powerful being?"

I may not be able to protect you.

The succubus thought about it and realized it made sense, then looked regretful and said, "Oh."

Cao Kun: "Let's contact the director first. Go and invite Peter Burger to be the director."

Succubus: "Is it Peter Berg, the director of 'Collateral'?"

Cao Kun: "It's him."

"it is good."

Inside the study, Cao Kun's computer screen flickered with pink light again.

Succubus: "Done. I've already emailed him and attached a synopsis of the script for 'Hancock'."

Cao Kun nodded in satisfaction.

The succubus is getting better and better.

Keeping her was absolutely the right choice back then.

Before Peter Berger could reply to Cao Kun, Fleischer contacted Cao Kun first.

Cao Kun rushed to Wenxin Hall and saw that a new guest had arrived.

She came alone, wearing a long trench coat that covered her up very well.

However, she looked very tired, with bloodshot eyes, and looked around anxiously, as if afraid that something was following her.

Nevertheless, she still looked very beautiful and charming.

Jessica Alba.

She is the dream goddess of countless people.

If it weren't for the coldness and weariness emanating from her, and the faint, almost imperceptible aura of gloom, perhaps people would be more willing to approach her.

Cao Kun walked over calmly and sat down in the chair opposite Jessica, speaking in a gentle tone: "Miss Alba, I'm Cao Kun. Fleischer said you're having some trouble?"

Upon hearing the sound, Jessica abruptly raised her head and looked anxiously at Cao Kun, who immediately noticed the bloodshot veins in her eyes even more clearly.

"Mr. Cao? Chris told me you're a very skilled exorcist. Could you help me?"

Jessica's tone was anxious.

Cao Kun asked, "Chris Evans?"

Jessica nodded repeatedly: "It's him. We just worked together on Fantastic Four last year, but it hasn't been released yet."

He said he had also encountered a strange situation recently, which you helped him resolve.

Cao Kun also did not expect that two of the heroes in "Fantastic Four" would encounter problems.

This hero is unreliable too.

"Yes."

Cao Kun looked at Jessica: "You are surrounded by a cold aura that does not belong to you, your spirit is extremely depleted, and your spiritual light is dim."

Have you been having trouble sleeping lately, feeling like something is watching you?

Jessica's eyes widened instantly, as if she had found a lifeline.

She leaned forward and said urgently, "Yes! That's it! Except, it's not spying, it's hunting down."

"Pursuing us?" Cao Kun was also taken aback.

What the hell? They've started a full-scale chase!

Will Jessica be able to escape?

Jessica continued, "Especially in the last week, I've barely dared to close my eyes!"

As soon as I fall asleep, I enter a very realistic and terrifying dream...

In my dreams, there's always a terrifying man chasing me—wearing a hat and a striped sweater, with fingers like sharp blades! And the scariest thing is…”

Jessica paused, breathing heavily, too terrified to continue.

Cao Kun's expression changed, and he continued, "The most terrifying thing is that when you wake up from your screams, corresponding injuries will actually appear on your body!"

Jessica's eyes widened even more: "How...how did you know?"

Cao Kun: "Never mind that for now, continue."

Jessica: "I went to see a doctor, and they couldn't find any organic lesions."

They only said it might be somatic symptoms caused by mental stress, or that I injured myself in my sleep. But I know very well that's not it!

Cao Kun nodded slightly; these symptoms sounded quite typical.

Cao Kun: "If you are injured in a dream, the marks will appear in reality... This is usually caused by a nightmare or a more troublesome 'nightmare entity'."

What were the distinguishing features of the man who was chasing you? Besides his razor-blade fingers, did his face... have severe burn scars?

"You...you..."

Jessica gasped. "You even know this?"

Yes! His face... was terrifying, as if it had been burned by a fire, and he always wore a cruel and mocking smile!

He called himself... he called himself Freddy! And he always sang a horrible nursery rhyme.

No need to ask anymore.

They've already revealed their names.

This time, Jessica encountered Freddy Krueger from "A Nightmare on Elm Street".

This evil spirit survives and grows stronger in dreams by relying on human fear, takes pleasure in torturing and killing people in dreams, and can reflect the damage in dreams back into reality.