"The Beautiful Legend of Sicily" is an enlightenment film that helps countless young people grow into maturity.

Men of his generation should have experienced that night replayed countless times.

Now, there is a chance to make the dream come true, why not do it? The next day, Li Zhenyu heard a good news from Zhao Xianzhu that Monica Bellucci accepted the invitation of the crew and would arrive in Los Angeles tonight.

"Director Sam will arrange dinner for you. A driver will pick you up at 7pm."

"Thank him for me. Director Sam is very thoughtful."

"Director Sam wants to continue filming the next sequel, if there is a sequel planned."

Li Zhenyu feels that the next sequel to "007" can be completely handed over to him to shoot.

He most admires directors like Sam Mendes who are both passionate and capable.

Although he was about to realize his childhood dream, Li Zhenyu did not seem as excited as one might imagine.

Perhaps it was because he had tasted too many sweet peaches and had seen both of their faces on and off the stage.

As a result, the rating of "Best Ball Player" in his mind was greatly reduced.

At 7 o'clock, a black Mercedes-Benz S stopped at the door.

Li Zhenyu got into the car, and the Hummer parked on the side of the road slowly followed.

Tavern Restaurant, Hollywood.

The Mercedes stopped in front of the door, and the waiting attendant stepped forward to open the door for him and said politely, "Dear Mr. Li, your guest has arrived."

"Thanks."

A $20 tip was stuffed into the other person's chest pocket. This change was prepared by Li Zhenyu when he came.

In the past, such matters were handled by his entourage, but today he didn't want anyone to disturb him.

The quiet restaurant is dimly lit, giving it a very romantic feel, with the silver candlesticks on the table flickering with warm candlelight.

Sitting in the middle of the wall, Monica Bellucci, wearing a black evening dress, had been waiting for a long time.

Seeing her in person, it's impossible to guess her age just from her appearance.

Li Zhenyu subconsciously used "Detect," and a string of information appeared in front of him.

[Name: Monica Bellucci]

Age: 44

【Height: 173cm】

【Weight: 57kg】

【Occupation: Model, Actor】

[Like a rose in full bloom, mature and charming, undefeated by time, and everlasting youth. ]

Looking at the beauty in front of him, Li Zhenyu thought that the system's evaluation was very pertinent.

"Hello, Lee, would you like to introduce yourself?"

"I don't think anyone has not heard of Monica Bellucci's name."

"But a woman like this was called here by you with just one phone call."

Monica Bellucci is not without irony, even though the man in front of her looks dignified and handsome.

But the way she met him still made Monica very resistant.

She hates any unspoken rules, but has to survive in them. With her willingness to devote herself to art and her excellent appearance, she has achieved some results.

And I have won the vocational high school honor of "Ball Flower", but honor cannot be used to make a living.

Nor can she be awarded the leading female role in a Hollywood blockbuster. In this world that advocates freedom, discrimination is everywhere.

As an Italian, she has never been accepted by the mainstream.

Especially after she rejected Harvey Wayans's audition invitation, all crews blacklisted her number.

If Monica hadn't experienced all this, she would never have accepted the invitation so decisively.

"So, what should I do?"

Li Zhenyu didn't expect that she would be so straightforward.

At the same time, it was funny.

He has clearly chosen to compromise, but he still shows a reluctant attitude for the last bit of ridiculous dignity.

What you put in and what you gain are always relative.

Li Zhenyu just took out his chips and asked her if she wanted to follow. The choice was still in her hands.

Why does it seem like I'm being forced?

The white napkin that had just been hung around his neck was pulled off by him.

Li Zhenyu smiled playfully and said, "No one forced you to come here from the beginning to the end. Sam just extended an invitation to you. If you don't want to, you can refuse it."

"I will arrange for someone to take you back, and all expenses will be on me."

Li Zhenyu stood up as he spoke. He never did anything like forcing anyone, because firstly it would bring him a bad reputation, and secondly it would ruin his mood.

Seeing that reluctant expression, he lost all interest.

"etc."

Monica, who was previously immersed in grievances, suddenly took off her napkin and stood up.

"I'm sorry, I just thought of some bad things in the past and it affected my mood. Please give me a chance to explain."

With a pleading look on his proud face, Li Zhenyu thought for a few seconds, sat down again and said, "Just this once, I hate coercion, and I hate unwarranted accusations even more."

"sorry……"

Monica did not sit down, but took the decanted red wine on the table and filled his glass.

"This should show my sincerity."

Picking up the full glass of red wine, Monica tilted her head back and drank it in one gulp.

Putting down the wine glass, the red liquid flowed down the corners of her mouth. Monica wiped it off with her fingers and put her fingertips into her mouth and sucked gently.

Sexy flaming red lips, full and moist, she clearly knows...

"Please take a seat."

Li Zhenyu raised his hand and invited her to sit down. Monica turned slowly and suddenly lost her balance.

She fell backward into his arms and sat on his lap.

At this moment, no words are needed.

As a superior, when you show excessive humility and gentleness, some people will take advantage of you and think they are qualified to have an equal conversation with you.

After realizing the reality again, the previous arrogance and dissatisfaction will only turn into fearful flattery and compensation.

Just like Monica last night, extremely crazy.

After completing the audition with the teenage goddess, Li Zhenyu was very satisfied with her professionalism.

At the same time, it also made him make a new decision in his heart.

I will have to spend more time in Hollywood in the future. Should I find one or two white gloves like Harvey?

“She passed.”

Inform Sam that the final candidate is in place and the crew can sign a contract with her to officially start filming.

Li Zhenyu dressed neatly and quietly left the hotel room.

Now, he is returning to New York with Big Ivan to attend the signing ceremony at Random House.

“Can I see the manuscript?”

On the plane, Big Ivan kept pestering him for the manuscript.

Li Zhenyu could do nothing to help. The original manuscript had already been sent to Langdon, and the remaining electronic version was in his notebook.

But there were too many things recorded in that notebook and I couldn't show it to her.

Therefore, even if Big Ivan gave in, he still tried his best to persuade him with sharp words.

In the end, she failed to achieve her goal, which made her expression full of resentment when she got off the plane.

But even so, Li Zhenyu never compromised.

"Send her home."

After instructing the car behind to take Big Ivan directly home, Li Zhenyu got in the Bentley in front and headed straight for Langdon.

The rear space of Bentley is wider than that of Mercedes-Benz.

It allows him to stretch his body better and provide a better riding experience.

Therefore, before returning, he specifically asked to change his car to a Bentley.

"Boss, the company has completed the acquisition of Big Machine, and Taylor's new album is scheduled for release. She wants to know if you will be there in person on the day of the release."

Li Zhenyu thought for two seconds and said, "Tell her I will try my best to get there."

(End of this chapter)