Adriaan had never overestimated the limits of women who were willing to do anything for fame, but this time, he was shocked. He never thought that such words would come out of a little girl like Dakota Fanning's mouth. After all, Elle Fanning was his sister, his biological sister. In order to regain his support, she would even betray her own sister!
Even Adriaan, who was used to the exchange of interests in the entertainment industry and had even personally induced a woman to betray her best friend, couldn't help but be surprised. He originally thought that Dakota was just the second Kirsten, and that she wouldn't hesitate to trade herself for tomorrow. He didn't expect her to go this far, to be willing to trade anything for her own benefit.
Since that was the case, Adriaan reluctantly accepted it. He had said before that he liked ambitious women who were willing to risk everything. The more ambitious they were, the more shameless they were, and the easier it was to control them. What's more, it was buy one get one free. He wasn't worried about the possibility of Dakota giving him a bad check. Although her desire was a little strong — otherwise, she wouldn't have accepted the movie "Hound" after his warning — based on her determination, she wouldn't dare to break the contract. Of course, it would definitely take a few years. Elli Fanning was still too young.
Besides, even if she broke the contract, it didn't matter. Annie, Natalie, and Kyla were lacking companions.
Therefore, after the deal was made, Adriaan immediately accepted the deposit she paid with her virginity. Using this method to conclude the agreement not only appeased Dakota — he could see the relieved smile on her lips — but also allowed him to vent through her. As for the aftereffects, since Dakota could hide it from her parents several times, it shouldn't be a problem for her to deal with such a small matter.
As for her future path, Adriaan already had a preliminary idea. The negative impact of "Hound" wasn't impossible to eliminate. As long as there was enough time, the public opinion would eventually subside. Then, he could come up with a good work and promote it, which would be enough for her to recover. With Adriaan's means, it wasn't a problem to do this. This was why Dakota tried her best to regain his support, even if it meant offering her sister.
She could try that Swedish novel. Adriaan thought to himself. He was referring to the vampire novel. When he got the rights to adapt the Millennium trilogy, he also bought the rights to adapt the novel. The Swedish versions of these novels did not need to appear in the movie. He had originally planned to give it to Collow a few years later, but seeing that Dakota had done her best, he didn't mind giving it to her.
After taking away her virginity and slightly ravaging it, and hearing enough of her cries, the young girl did not leave but continued to serve. Adriaan played with her for the whole afternoon. Except for the back, he played with her everywhere. Whether it was swallowing or painting her face, she did it very well. Her acting skills were also fully displayed. The image of a young girl after being violated made Adriaan reminisce.
However, Dakota was obviously still a little inexperienced. Generally speaking, it was better for her to let go of her body slowly to catch a man, which was obviously more in line with her interests. But from another perspective, giving everything without holding anything back was tantamount to showing one's loyalty. At the same time, it could also leave a deep impression.
So be it. Adriaan finally decided, and then sighed again. Although it could temporarily get rid of his irritation, it would still be a terrible thing if he could not solve the root cause. And … That's right! Maybe that would be an opportunity, a very good opportunity.
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"We are fearless, we are invincible, all the way forward, until we arrive at our promised land …" In a corner of the cocktail party, a group of people stood under the light and sang their own song. Although they were all about forty years old, they sang very happily. Adriaan and Claude were among them.
"I have to say, I haven't sung this song for many years, but it's still so beautiful."
"If you attend every year, Ronald, you won't have this kind of thought."
"Can I assume that you actually don't like our song, Sean?"
"Shut up, Schlaine. I mean, Ronald doesn't need to be so emotional. I don't mean anything else. Don't even think about attacking me like that!"
After the song was finished, seven or eight middle-aged men immediately laughed and made a ruckus, and quickly targeted Adriaan, "By the way, Eide, I heard that you also have a lot of ideas in music now. Why don't we improve our song … Well, what's that word again? By the way, optimize it. "
"Forget it. I just have some ideas. Without a professional musician, it's not easy to optimize it." Adriaan laughed and said, "Besides, it's not our song if it's optimized. This rough feeling represents our past. It's an experience that will never happen again. It should be hung on the wall and slowly turn yellow, not constantly renovated to maintain its original appearance. Right, Krau? "
His last sentence was asked to Claude, who was standing next to him.
Unfortunately, before Claude could speak, another person had already said, "That's true. A lot of things have passed, and a lot of things have changed. It's better to keep a few things that haven't changed."
"That's right. Look, Eide actually didn't bring a woman to his alma mater's cocktail party. I heard that he basically didn't bring a woman before. This is really a miracle. Could it be that when he becomes a big director, his personality will change?"
"That won't do. Eide, why don't you introduce a few movie queens to us? Some people like your 'Moulin Rouge' and the female lead, Nicole Kidman."
The group of people suddenly started chatting again. Adriaan, who had a smile on his face, could only sigh in his heart. He was now at a cocktail party held by Stanford University. Americans attached great importance to all kinds of parties held by their alma mater. It had always been a good opportunity to expand one's social network. There might be a rich man or a senator among his classmates.
The school could also take this opportunity to win over many people. On the one hand, it could get more donations, and on the other hand, it could make the school more glorious. For example, many Arab princes studied at Harvard University. Although many of them were just idling around, no one knew if there would be a king in the future. At that time, Harvard University could proudly say, "Look, a king used to study here," and attract more students.
Therefore, there was no lack of parties such as cocktail parties, homecoming parties, graduation dances, and so on. Therefore, when Stanford University sent an invitation in early June, Adrian immediately agreed to it and dragged Claude along with him. For this reason, he even threatened to call his godfather if he didn't come with him.
"It's really nostalgic. The scenes of the past keep appearing in my mind. It feels like I just realized it yesterday, but it also feels like it's very far away." Under the soft light of the street lamps on both sides, looking at the completely dark Stanford campus that was dotted with stars, Adriaan said in a sentimental tone.
After arguing with his former close classmates, as the cocktail party came to an end, they began to leave one by one. Adriaan forcibly dragged Claude to wander around the Stanford campus.
"It's been 20 years," Claude echoed. Although his expression didn't change, his tone was also sentimental.
Adriaan was silent for a while. Although he could clearly remember everything that happened here, there was always a sense of estrangement. However, now was not the time to think about this. He did not drag Claude to this place just to reminisce about the past.
Unfortunately, before he could further lead the topic, Claude directly said, "If you have something to say, just say it."
His tone was indifferent as if he didn't care about anything. He just looked into the distance with his brows slightly furrowed. Under the dim lights, it gave people a feeling of impatience. Adriaan couldn't help but frown. It was fine before. When he chatted with his former friends and classmates, Claude didn't talk much, but he was basically normal. However, now it seemed like he had changed again.
"Okay, Krau, tell me, what are you thinking?" Adriaan asked directly.
"What else could it be?" Claude spread his hands and seemed to be a little resentful. "Of course, it's about work. I have to think about how to appease everyone. I have to tell them why I changed my mind and only raised funds in the primary market when I was clearly ready to go public."
Adriaan raised his eyebrows. There was a faint anger in his heart, but at the same time, he quickly realized something.
"Then what do you want me to do? Change my mind and support you? " His tone began to become aggressive. "If you could tell me your thoughts more clearly before this — it was just a phone call — we could have more detailed communication, and things wouldn't have become like this. You know, I have always trusted you!"
"Trusted me?" Claude sneered. "Yes, you trusted me, so you didn't care about anything. Then, when you found that it didn't meet your expectations, you mercilessly rejected it and pushed all the problems to me. You really trust me. In this month, you have to ask about every document in detail. Ha, are you so worried that I will make you a mere figurehead? "
"Oh? So, I should be like before, not ask about anything, and quarrel with you when there are problems? " Adriaan's tone was sarcastic. He reached out and slammed his hand on his chest. "You should know how many times I have opposed you over the years. Except for those projects that I am more insistent on, when have I not supported you?!"
"Because without me, you won't be able to turn your fantasies or even fantasies into reality, Adriaan!" Claude, who was angered by his actions, raised his voice.
"Really? Do you really think that's the case? " Adriaan was so angry that he laughed. "Let me tell you, Claude, even without you, I can still achieve what I have today! Don't forget, I was the one who suggested shorting oil during the Gulf War to make the first bucket of gold. I was also the one who suggested taking advantage of the collapse of the Soviet Union to make a fortune. I was also the one who suggested buying the TV station! I was also the one who suggested making money during the IT bubble! Not to mention, I was the one who discovered ABC's high-rating shows! If it weren't for me, you would still be in Godfather's company! "
As soon as his voice fell, there was a loud thud. Then, Adriaan covered his nose and took a few steps back with stars in his eyes. It took him a long time to recover and then he looked at Claude in disbelief. He seemed to be a little confused too. He was stunned and did not know what to do. After a few seconds, he said, "You asked for it …"
Before he finished speaking, Adriaan had punched him in the face. The punch was very strong and the angle was not very accurate, so he had to suck in a breath of cold air and keep swinging his hand. Claude, who was also seeing stars, took a few steps back. His eyes immediately turned red and he pounced on him without saying anything.
The two men punched each other on the path of Stanford's campus. Elbow strikes, knee strikes, neck strangulation, all kinds of moves were used. In the end, they hugged each other and both fell into the bushes.
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"Thank you, John." After taking the ice bags from the bodyguard, Adriaan said while hissing and sucking in the cold air. Then he waved his hand again. The bodyguard then pretended to see nothing and left without saying a word.
Throwing one of the ice bags to Claude, who was sitting on the ground, Adriaan rubbed his face a few times and finally stuck it to the bruised area on his face. Then he sat on the ground. Opposite him, Claude did the same thing and looked at him from time to time, then quickly looked away.
After a long time, Adriaan continued to suck in the cold air and said, "Well, you've vented. Tell me, what are you thinking? Do you really want to get to the point where you can't talk? "
Claude mumbled something and turned his head around. Then, he turned his head away, as if he was too embarrassed to speak.
"Can't you f * * king speak louder, Krau?" Adriaan's anger rose again, "I've already apologized, I've already humbled myself, can't you make a slightly useful reaction?!"
"Okay, okay, I admit it." Claude finally raised his voice, somewhat giving up, "I'm jealous, I'm jealous of you, okay!"
"… What?" Adriaan opened his mouth and blinked, as if he did not understand what he said at all.
"I said, I'm jealous of you, I'm jealous that you can always make the right judgment about the future." Claude said dejectedly, "I also try to observe and analyze and predict the possible results, and I've achieved a certain level of success, but you're not like that. You always seem to know. At first, it was nothing, but after a long time, I began to feel a little uncomfortable. I can also make these judgments, but some are right and some are wrong, but you're always right … So when I spent a lot of effort to prepare for the group to go public, you think it's not a good time and firmly oppose it, naturally … "
Before he finished speaking, Adriaan had punched him in the face, "Are you still a f * * king 16-year-old boy?! This is not the time when I flirted with the cheerleader and her two best friends! Where's your brain?! "
This time, he was really angry. He said those things before mainly to provoke Claude's anger and let him vent, even if it was just a roar — of course, Adriaan did not expect that he would actually punch him — but he did not expect that this guy would actually care about this kind of thing. God, is he still a mature adult man? Is he still the president and CEO of AC Media? How could he have such childish stupid thoughts! He actually kept it for so long! How could Adriaan not be angry?!
Therefore, he couldn't restrain himself and gave him a punch. Of course, Claude also punched back without hesitation, and the two of them began to fight again. In the end, there was an ice pack in each of their hands, and the bruises on their faces became more obvious.
The two big men just sat on the ground, gasping and staring at each other, as if neither of them was willing to give in. After staring at each other for a long time, someone's mouth began to twitch, and the two turned their heads to different sides at the same time. Then, after a while, they said in unison, "Sorry."
After being stunned for a while, the two twitched their mouths again and said in unison, "Sorry for what?"
Shuangshuang rolled his eyes and smiled bitterly. Claude spoke first, "Okay, I'll go first."
After a pause, he seemed to be a little hesitant, but he quickly said, "Eide, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have had that kind of childish idea, but I couldn't control my jealousy, and it took so long. I want to sincerely apologize to you. I hope this won't affect our relationship. You are my best friend and my best brother. "
"So you admit that was childish." Adriaan snorted coldly.
"Adults can also have childish ideas," Claude said calmly.
"Well, Krau, I accept your apology, but I also want to apologize to you again." Adriaan sighed, "Although I reflected a lot after the argument, such as I could have seen your plan earlier if I had been more careful, so I could communicate with you as fully as before, I still overlooked one thing. As you said, my prediction has always been correct, and I was proud of it until I hit a wall with Steve Jobs. Although I always said that it was okay, that everything couldn't go smoothly, I didn't really let it go, because I always thought that I could convince him. But I failed in the end, and I couldn't accept it. So when the same thing happened … It was caused by my arrogance. If I had been more tactful and delayed a little, maybe this wouldn't have happened, so I still have to apologize to you. "
Claude did not speak. After a while, he looked at him and said, "So, you admit that you lit the fuse."
"Okay, if that's what you think, then so be it." Adriaan rolled his eyes.
Then, the two looked at each other and suddenly laughed. It was so strong that it seemed to shake the entire Stanford campus, and the previous haze was swept away.
"Damn, that was a really hard punch. How am I going to show up at the company meeting tomorrow?"
"You, too. You hit me in the eye. I still have to promote the movie."
"Come on, when have you ever cooperated with a movie promotion? My subordinates have complained to me about this."
"You should be glad that I haven't recovered my strength, or I will definitely beat you up again."
"You can try. I haven't beaten you up so much in a long time."
The two of them supported each other up and argued as they slowly walked out. After a few steps, they stopped again.
"Do you know that there is a mole in the group, and his position is not low."
"Of course I know."
"Oh?"
"I told you, I have read all the reports during this period. I am not a fool."
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