After everyone returned to the hotel and quickly freshened up and rested, it was 8 p.m.

The group gathered and boarded the Lincoln limousine that had been waiting outside. Rolls-Royce isn't particularly famous these days; the usual chauffeured cars are the Lincoln limousine, an extravagant luxury sedan. Especially in recent years, the Lincoln limousine has become the exclusive vehicle for the wealthy.

One unique feature of this vehicle is that it can be used as a bed. With its 6-meter length, you can exercise or even start a game anytime you want. The interior is also quite luxurious, featuring a refrigerator, electronic sightseeing system, and soft sofas for maximum comfort. However, the vehicle is difficult to maneuver and a bit cumbersome to drive. If you're in a hurry, few people would likely want to ride in it.

Mike poured French champagne for everyone.

Liu Qianqian raised her glass and downed it in one gulp. The taste was surprisingly good. She licked her lips and ordered another glass.

Shen Fang pinched Liu Qianqian's little face.

"You can't drink too much, it's easy to get drunk, and according to US law, people under 18 can't drink alcohol."

Liu Qianqian chuckled, "I want to give it a try. My mom always nags me at home."

Actually, only French Champagne is called Champagne; wines from other places are simply sparkling wines. Furthermore, the raw materials differ. Champagne production is rigorous, and the selection of grape varieties is also quite strict, generally using Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier. Sparkling wines, on the other hand, have a wider range of grape varieties that can be used.

The brewing methods also differ. Champagne uses a more traditional brewing method, requiring two fermentations, while sparkling wines generally only require one fermentation.

Good French champagne generally costs over $300. Domestically produced wines costing tens or hundreds of dollars a bottle are actually just sparkling wines, not champagne. They're basically just a rip-off, and most people don't know what they're talking about.

The difference in taste between Champagne and sparkling wine is that Champagne is more delicate, while other sparkling wines are more refreshing. Champagne is a product of secondary fermentation after the grapes have fermented, which produces bubbles.

To make fine champagne, you first make still, non-bubbly wine, then put it in a bottle, add sugar and yeast, and let it undergo a small-scale fermentation in the bottle to create bubbles.

Secondary fermentation is a crucial step in winemaking. The added sugar syrup, under the action of yeast, produces alcohol and carbon dioxide. Since the bottle is sealed, this small amount of carbon dioxide slowly dissolves into the wine. At this point, the pressure inside the bottle can reach approximately 5-6 atmospheres, which is why opening champagne often results in a large amount of bubbles.

Although champagne generally has an alcohol content of around 12-13%, which is not high, the carbon dioxide in the liquid can promote the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, making it easier to get drunk.

So although it tastes smooth, it's easy to get drunk on it. Sparkling wine, on the other hand, tastes sour and astringent, and it's also harder to get drunk on it.

"Drink less, what if you get drunk?"

Old Mike looked at Shen Fang: "Shen, for this hero's public relations business, we at Universal Pictures are going to hand it over to Harvey. He's an excellent public relations person."

Shen Fang nodded and glanced at Harvey: "Tell me your plan."

Harvey looked at Shen Fang with great surprise. The yellow-skinned boy exuded the aura of a superior, an aura he had only ever seen in one person: Sumner Redstone, Paramount Pictures, the American media mogul.

"Shen, I've seen the finished film of Hero with Mike. It's a work of art, we love it. Our marketing strategy this time is to focus on Jack Lee, Zhang, the First Emperor, martial arts, and action. My idea is to market it as a historical epic that redefines martial arts. But unfortunately, I don't think Hero will win an Oscar. Although I really like this film, to be honest, to be able to make such a film with only $3,000, I really admire you, Zhang, you're my idol."

Shen Fang frowned slightly: "Why do you say it's so hard to win an Oscar? If you don't have enough money, I can add more. Name your price, you name it!!!"

Harvey swallowed hard. It seemed the big spender was loaded. What a pity.

"Zhang, Chen, it's like this. According to Article 3 of the Oscar nomination rules, foreign films released before North America cannot have their screening date earlier than one year before the stipulated nomination date. In other words, only films released after January 2003 are eligible for nomination. However, *Hero* was officially released in China at the end of 2002, so it just missed the stipulated date. This is the main reason why *Hero* missed out on the Oscar for Best Picture. Secondly, there's the national context; Iraq was at war with us, while *Hero* is about peace, so the subject matter didn't fit..."

Shen Fang smiled: "The exact release date for 'Hero' is January 1st. The December 25th release date I previously gave you has been revised; the date is now accurate. As for the peace or war situation in our country, I believe that in capitalist countries, money can solve everything. I'll give you an extra $5 million for publicity. No matter what methods you use, I want the Oscar! I don't care how that $5 million is spent or whose pocket it goes into; I have only one requirement: you must win it!!!"

"That rubbish 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' won an Oscar! 'Hero,' in terms of quality, plot, and style, is the most deserving film for Oscar consideration. 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' is an art film, while 'Hero' is pure commercial cinema!!!"

"Old Mike, I represent more than just a company's spokesperson. I represent the Chinese film market. There's an old Chinese saying: 'If you're good, I'm good, everyone's good.' If you give me face, I'll give you face. The Chinese film market will become the world's most important box office market in the future. Helping me is paving the way for your Universal business. Your Universal Pictures films will receive preferential treatment when released in China!!!"

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