American Gossip King

Chapter 59 Hypnosis

It worked!

Ian immediately realized that the upgrade to his left eye would likely enhance his persuasiveness.

A hypnotic-like effect?

No wonder it had no effect on me at the newspaper office; the people there were all my subordinates, and I didn't need to persuade them. I could just tell them anything and they would do it.

This skill is good, which means that I can play a significant role in future business negotiations.

But just as Ian was about to take the gun, Bill suddenly pointed it back at his temple: "No! What you're saying is meaningless! Meaningless! I don't want to go to jail!"

Ian was disappointed.

Does it only have a momentary effect?

Damn it, that would be bad for business negotiations!

and many more!

Perhaps this is also based on effective persuasion?

Different stinging effects mean different levels of resistance, so the application of hypnotic abilities requires the use of eloquence as an aid.

How can I persuade him?

Just then, he noticed that Bill's gaze was fixed on Scarlett.

Ah!

Yes, no one can resist Scarlett Johansson's beauty.

Especially a young, vigorous lad.

This made Ian's eyes light up slightly.

Seeing the boy's adoring gaze, Ian chuckled softly.

He looked at Scarlett in his arms and whispered, "You comfort him."

Scarlett is a smart girl.

She suddenly realized and immediately exclaimed, "Bill, don't worry. Everyone makes mistakes, and everyone has low points in life. I assure you, what Ian just said is the truth. He used to be terrible, but now he's the best journalist in America, a journalist that everyone loves!"

Bill looked at Scarlett, clearly stunned by her beauty.

He murmured, "You too?"

Scarlett was taken aback, then quickly nodded: "Yes, I like him too."

Bill was a little sad: "But nobody likes me."

This time, without Ian's prompting, Scarlett said, "I like you! You're a wonderful young man!"

She looked at Ian, who gave her an encouraging look.

So Scarlett mustered her courage and went over: "Give me the gun, okay?"

Ian did not use hypnosis, so the boy's hands were still trembling.

Ian seized the opportunity and said, "How about this? I can't solve your jail time problem, but I can make it more worthwhile. You give me the gun, and I'll give you ten thousand dollars. How about that? Isn't the point of studying hard to earn money? Congratulations, you've already become an outstanding student who's earned ten thousand dollars before even graduating!"

The onlookers were all dumbfounded.

What kind of persuasion is this?

Then, surprisingly, Bill actually put the gun down again.

He looked at Ian, then at Scarlett, and said, "Can I trust you?"

Scarlett nodded repeatedly, "Of course!"

Ian pointed at Scarlett and said, "This is Scarlett Janssen, a big Hollywood star! She came to you herself and said it, and you still don't believe her? Give her the gun, and you can get her autograph in return!"

He then initiated hypnosis again.

Then we saw Bill actually hand over the gun.

He didn't take it back!

really!

The hypnotic ability of the left eye depends on your own persuasive skills; the stronger your persuasive power, the less eye energy you consume.

One more thing: the persuasive power of beautiful women and money is greater than that of reasoning.

Young people are just like young people!

Can someone choose suicide because of failing an exam, and then choose to happily go to jail for 10,000 yuan and a celebrity's autograph?

I like these kinds of silly young people.

Scarlett had already taken the pistol, and all the police officers rushed forward at the same time.

Ian immediately spread his arms to stop the police, shouting, "What do you want? He's unarmed, are you trying to kill him?"

The fact that the Los Angeles police failed to kill Bill diminished the news value of the story.

But it's okay, I can frame someone!

Los Angeles police officers attempted to shoot a young man who was about to commit suicide, but failed. Ian Carr, owner of the Herald, and Scarlett Janssen stepped in to save the young man, who was then reportedly considering killing the boy.

Life needs contrast to be dramatic—the Los Angeles police's attempt to shoot a suicidal teenager is such a great juicy story that it shouldn't be missed. Even if it doesn't succeed, it should be publicized, and they should be convicted of attempted murder!

Catherine knew Ian well enough to instantly guess his thoughts, and angrily retorted, "Don't talk nonsense, Ian Carl!"

Ian smiled slightly: "The audience will judge for themselves!"

As she spoke, tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.

Very well, this can be interpreted as sympathy for the boy. I am such a sentimental person, and I used this to influence him.

Scarlett stared in disbelief as Ian wept. "Ian, what's wrong?"

Ian smiled. "It's nothing, I'm just happy for you, Scarlett. You've become a heroine who saved an innocent boy, I'm so happy for you, and the whole of America will love you!"

His face was full of tenderness, mainly because he didn't want to waste the effect of these tears.

Scarlett's mouth dropped open in surprise.

The latest novel is first published here!

So you care about me this much?

Ian naturally hugged Scarlett and nodded, "Yes, you're going to be famous, more famous than Kate!"

His tears of emotion were overflowing with love!

The suicidal teenager was taken away by the police—with a $10,000 check given to him by Ian and an autographed photo from Scarlett.

He left content.

Just as the people left, Officer Catherine walked over.

The tall, blonde policewoman stood in front of Ian and Scarlett, her long legs giving her a disgruntled look. "You've got another chance to create hype, Ian Carl."

Ian smiled and said to Scarlett, "Her name is Catherine, a Los Angeles police officer, and she doesn't really like me."

Scarlett naturally took Ian's arm and happily replied, "I could tell."

Catherine raised an eyebrow: "But the man next to you has invited me to sleep with him."

Scarlett looked at Ian with surprise.

Ian casually shrugged: "A basic principle of doing business is that we will try to make an offer regardless of whether it will work out. After all, there's no harm in failing, and there are benefits in succeeding."

He had no intention of denying her invitation to sleep with him; in America, that was nothing!

Scarlett chuckled: "Business?"

Ian smiled: "The logic of business can be applied to many relationships."

Scarlett gave a soft hum, swaying her cute little waist: "But it's not suitable for you or me."

"Of course." Ian lightly lifted Scarlett's chin. "You're different from them. I'll use gentleness to influence you!"

Seeing that the two of them were ignoring her, Catherine snorted angrily: "You're still the same bastard, Ian Karl."

Scarlett blurted out, "The girls who call him a jerk all end up in his bed anyway."

Catherine stared at her in astonishment: "What did you say?"

Scarlett smiled slightly: "I also said he was an asshole."

As she spoke, she took Ian's hand and said, "Let's go."

They walked towards the car.

Once in the car, Ian chuckled as he drove, "I think we should find a hotel nearby now."

Scarlett flicked her hair and looked at him with seductive eyes: "Okay, I admit I'm attracted to you, Ian Carl. You're a charming man, but don't think you can win me over today."

Is this your last stand?

Ian chuckled, "How about we give it a try? Let's go to the room first, just to chat. You can leave anytime, I won't stop you... Want to test your willpower?"

Scarlett chuckled softly, but said nothing.

(End of this chapter)