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Chapter 106 A Higher and Bigger Stage

Tang Jinshan took a stroll around in the morning, but didn't go back in the afternoon.

He continued to take Gong Li back to the villa to play.

Sometimes, when the atmosphere isn't lively, it's much more fun with just the two of you.

"You've been in Hollywood for several days now, what have you been up to?"

Gong Li said, sitting on Tang Jinshan's lap.

She wrapped her arms around his neck, her eyes sparkling with desire.

"It seems you're quite interested in me, Sister Gong Li!"

Tang Jinshan smiled happily as he picked the abundant fruit.

I never imagined that grapefruits could grow in this small town of Cannes, on the Mediterranean coast.

He was so curious that he had to find out the truth.

"Get lost! I'm talking to you about serious business!"

Gong Li's face turned slightly red.

She's been in Hong Kong all this time, how could she not know Tang Jinshan's whereabouts?

Have you heard of The Lord of the Rings?

Tang Jinshan asked.

I've heard a little about it, but I don't know anything about it.

"This is a well-known fantasy novel in the West, and it can be said to be the progenitor of all Western fantasy novels. Recently, Hollywood is preparing to adapt it into a movie trilogy, and I invested in it."

Tang Jinshan didn't hide it either.

It will be announced sooner or later.

"You invest in Hollywood movies? How much did you invest? Which company did you work with? Who's the director?"

Gong Li was surprised and asked a barrage of questions.

Hollywood production costs are incomparable to those in China.

That would definitely cost a lot of money.

"We collaborated with New Line Cinema, the same company that made 'Rush Hour' with Jackie Chan, but I invested in it myself and they were responsible for the production."

As for the director, he's from New Zealand. Have you seen *Braindead*? Have you seen *Heavenly Creatures*?

"I've seen 'Silk of the Dead,' starring Kate Winslet."

Gong Li said.

She still pays close attention to some Western films and needs to learn from them.

Kate Winslet became a global sensation with "Titanic," and she also starred in Lee's "Sense and Sensibility."

Gong Li actually discovered that they all shared a similar charm and temperament, making them very suitable for filming female-centric subjects.

She possesses a powerful, masculine energy.

However, she is now more concerned about Tang Jinshan.

The director is from New Zealand and is not well-known. Can he make a good film?

"Did you invest alone? How much did you invest?"

It looks like they deliberately set a trap for an outsider like him.

"150 million US dollars, but that's not enough now. To shoot a trilogy, we'll need at least another 100 million US dollars."

"So many? You haven't really been scammed, have you?"

Gong Li was startled.

Tang Jinshan has done many foolish things, and his reputation as a fool with lots of money has long been deeply ingrained in people's minds.

I never expected that not only would he invest in so many movies after returning to China, but he would also make such a big splash in Hollywood!

$1.5 billion!

If we add another hundred million, it will cost more than the Titanic!

If you convert that to RMB, how much money would that be?

That's over 20 billion!

When this number came to mind, Gong Li felt her heart pound and her body tremble.

too exaggerated!

Last year, the total box office in China was only around one billion yuan!

Looking at it this way, all that he did after returning to China really was just "small-scale stuff."

"Don't worry, who can lie to me? Hollywood may have its share of pitfalls, but its legal system is also very sound. There are many ways to avoid risks and protect your own interests. I've hired a professional legal team to keep an eye on things for me."

Tang Jinshan said.

"You'd better be careful, just in case you get scammed—"

"Sister Gong Li, I'm so touched by your concern for me! Let me repay you properly!"

Tang Jinshan interrupted her.

Now is the time to enjoy the good times.

Don't let troublesome things bother you.

"Be serious! I'm talking about serious matters!"

Gong Li was no longer in the mood to play.

"Sister Gong Li, do you think now is the time to talk about serious matters?"

Tang Jinshan laughed.

Gong Li rolled her eyes at him, but the impact of 20 billion was indescribable, and the shock she felt was beyond words.

How could I not worry?

Tang Jinshan could only try to persuade her from a different angle, making her have confidence in herself.

Seeing that her legs had gone weak and she had knelt down, Tang Jinshan suddenly had a brilliant idea.

"Sister Gong Li, we—"

Tang Jinshan breathed into her ear.

Gong Li blushed instantly, her eyes filled with disbelief.

"you----"

At this moment, she had already forgotten all about the impact of the 20 billion.

Suddenly, a thought flashed through my mind.

"You've been in Hollywood for so long, you must have had your share of fun, right? Humph! All you've learned are these filthy things? You've gone bad!"

"What do you mean by 'going bad'? Have you forgotten where I grew up? Sister Gong Li, dear sister, let's give it a try! Don't you all say that studying acting requires liberating your true nature?"

"Untie your head, my foot!"

Gong Li then remembered that Tang Jinshan had only recently returned to China.

He grew up in that kind of environment.

"Please, sister! Just try it once!"

"But----

'

"It's alright, I was prepared."

Despite Tang Jinshan's persistent pleading, Gong Li failed to stay true to herself.

She never expected that she could learn a new level of liberating her true nature from Tang Jinshan.

From afternoon to evening to nightfall.

The ever-changing scenery of the Mediterranean is captivating.

Tang Jinshan wasted a lot of time and energy in Hollywood.

He made thorough preparations to properly entertain Emperor Gong in this foreign land.

He took all the blue medicine and the recovery pills.

From night to day, dawn breaks at the edge of the Mediterranean.

Tang Jinshan once again marveled at the enchanting scenery here.

This trip to Cannes will be unforgettable!

As a result of over-studying, Gong Li took two full days of rest.

Filming on set wasn't this tiring.

Having been traveling around and constantly making mistakes while filming "In the Mood for Love," I had hoped to relax and take a break in Cannes.

The result was that they suffered even more.

asshole!

"My dear sister, you've become even more beautiful! How about I help you get into Hollywood sometime? With your talent and ability, it's such a waste to limit yourself to the domestic stage. You deserve a bigger and bigger stage!"

Like an untapped treasure trove, it's actually another new peak in life; wouldn't it be a shame not to experience it fully?

Tang Jinshan embraced Gong Li, their affection boundless.

What can we say when people have sacrificed so much for him?

"Go to hell!"

Gong Li's face burned.

Don't think she doesn't know what he's talking about, with his various veiled insinuations!

While she was cursing, Gong Li was deeply moved inside.

She could feel Tang Jinshan's kindness towards her!

However, Hollywood is not so easy to get into.

Besides, that's a Western world. Even if I went there, how many roles would be suitable for me?