Chapter 838

But there was a problem. "Far Away from Home" was performed by Britney Spears, so it was naturally included in her new album. Not only that, Adriaan, Erik Norton, and the others also added "God is a Girl" and "The Day You Went Away" to the album.

The first version of the former would be released in two years, so now was the time. As for the latter, the Norwegian group's famous song had been given to someone else, so the rest was divided. Britney Spears was very suitable for electronic music. Although it was not good to rely too much on it, she was still far from that point. Electronic music was still very helpful to her, so Adriaan chose a few more popular songs for her on the basis of the original second album.

"Baby One More Time" was still on the Billboard chart, and it was only because of the hard work of the record company and her. Adriaan had not done anything yet. It should be noted that the data given by music magazines like Billboard were provided by E5 Global Media or Nielsen Media, which specialized in the field of design. Their data not only came from the sales of albums, but also from the on-demand radio stations.

There was no need to mention the sales of albums, as long as they were willing to spend money, just like how Adriaan spent millions of dollars to push the total box office of "Titanic" over 2.1 billion. As for on-demand radio stations, the American radio stations were basically divided up by NBC, ABC, and CBS. Viacom, which had successfully acquired CBS, had a good relationship with AC Media. They also had MTV, so it was very easy for them to do something.

Yes, that's right. Billboard was authoritative and fair, but that was only relative. Everything was relative. At Adrian's level where he could manipulate the rules, as long as it wasn't too much, even if it was authoritative, he could do as he pleased.

Britney was already a super popular young idol even before he used these means. Her fame was not entirely accidental, so Adriaan did not mind adding fuel to the fire. However, this also surprised the artistic director, Erik Norton, who asked him more than once, "Are you really just an amateur in music composition?"

Anyway, "Far Away from Home" had been included in Britney's new album, which was used to celebrate the 100th episode of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Sarah hoped that she could star with Adriaan in the MV, so there were many things that needed to be adjusted.

"What do you think, Sarah? Isn't it much better than before? " Adriaan asked the girl next to him after listening to the rerecording of "Far Away from Home."

"Yes." Sarah glanced at Britney, who was sitting on the other side of Adrian with her hands on the chair and smiling at her. "Your understanding of the lyrics is indeed better than before."

Britney interrupted, "I also watch 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' and I like the character you played. I'm glad I could help you. Sarah, I hope you like the song." Britney rushed to say, "I also watched 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' and I really liked the character you played. I'm glad to be able to help you, Sarah. I also hope you like my performance of this song."

"Congratulations, congratulations on the 100th episode of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer.'" Britney interrupted.

"Congratulations on the 100th episode of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'." Britney extended her hand with a sincere look in her eyes. After listening to Adriaan's story about Sarah, she had always sympathized with her, so she was generous with her kindness.

Of course, sympathy was sympathy. There were some things that she would never give Sarah a chance to do.

"Why didn't you say anything, Eide? I tried my best. " Britney got up from her chair and stuck her whole body to Adrian. She held his arm and said in a coquettish tone. Her coquettish look was just right and cute. She was trying to be the most spoiled one.

Seeing this, Sarah couldn't help but laugh. She shook her head slightly, as if she didn't take it to heart. Her eyes were still fixed on Adrian.

"Didn't I tell you? It's better than the previous version, and it's very suitable for your second theme song." Adriaan gave Sarah a look and hugged Britney, who was leaning on him, and stroked her face with a smile.

Britney didn't seem satisfied. She was about to continue acting coquettishly when the door of the recording room rang. She quickly bounced up and returned to her seat. She moved so fast that Sarah almost burst out laughing.

Norton stopped when he was halfway in. He blinked his eyes and almost blurted out, "Am I disturbing you?" Of course, he didn't say it out loud. In the case of the record company's continuous expansion, Erik Norton was able to sit firmly in the position of artistic director. In addition to his own ability, Adrian's support was also indispensable. Therefore, he also had a certain degree of understanding of certain things, and knew when to do what.

"This is the schedule we've arranged for Britney." He walked back to his seat, pretending to know nothing, and handed the things in his hand to Adriaan.

Adriaan spent a few minutes reading and thinking. Finally, he sighed. "Obviously, I don't have time now. I have to go to London and then go back to New Zealand. But I have to come back in late May. Britney will release her first theme song then, so we can shoot the MV at that time. "

"Won't you be pressed for time?" Norton asked after thinking for a while.

"Anyway, you still need to coordinate with the crew of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and promote it. Why don't you finish all that first before you think about the MV? You can finalize the script of the MV first and fax it to me so that I can figure it out. That way, it won't take much time to shoot it," said Adriaan.

"That works too. You're the boss." Norton shrugged and didn't insist.

"That's a pity." Britney let out a sigh. "I thought I would be able to shoot a music video with Ed soon. Not everyone gets to experience this."

"It's just a delay." Adriaan smiled and touched her head. "Well, now that it's settled, I should go. Keep working hard, Bubu. I believe your second album can create more glory."

"Okay." Britney replied gloomily. Seeing Adriaan and Sarah walk to the door together, she bounced up and caught up with them.

"Eide." She called him hurriedly, then turned to look at Norton, who was adjusting the recording equipment. The latter had his back to her, as if he didn't know anything.

"What's wrong?" Adriaan stopped and looked at her with a questioning look. Britney bit her lip, pulled his arm and shook it. Adriaan understood and walked to the corner with her.

"Are you free tonight? I want to walk around Sunset Boulevard. " Britney asked in an expectant tone. Then she put on a pitiful look and whispered in a sweet voice, "Master ~"

Her beautiful eyes sparkled like a puppy eager to be caressed. It was a good match for the "master" she just called. In the past, as long as she used this trick, Adriaan would agree to any request. Unfortunately, it didn't work today.

"I'm sorry, Bubu. I already have a date today," he said after glancing at Sarah.

Britney couldn't help but look disappointed. She pouted unhappily. Adriaan smiled and reached out to pinch her cheeks, "Alright, Bubu, don't forget what I said. Listen to me, okay?"

After taking two deep breaths, the girl nodded obediently even though she was still a little unwilling. She was indeed very obedient under Adriaan's guidance. As mentioned before, he taught her more than just physical hygiene. Brainwashing was a long-term and comprehensive process, and it was quite effective. At least, Britney hadn't bragged about being a virgin on the show yet.

"This is a very emotional question. Usually, we can be very rational about everything, but under special circumstances, we are often dominated by our emotions, especially when the emotions are very strong and wonderful. So I can't answer you." When she was asked about premarital sex on "The Tonight Show," this was her answer. Although it wasn't good enough, it was not bad.

After gently patting Britney's cheeks, Adriaan glanced around, then moved in front of the girl at lightning speed, pecked her on the lips, and left quickly with Sarah. Britney was stunned for a long time, then she giggled and collected her emotions to continue recording.

"I'm sorry, Sarah," Adriaan suddenly said after getting into his car in the parking lot.

"It's okay, she listens to you, so you don't have to apologize." Sarah shrugged and didn't take it to heart.

"It's not because of this." Adriaan shook his head and sighed, "You know, because... so I can't show my face in the music video."

Apparently, Sarah didn't expect him to say that. She looked at him in astonishment, but then she held Adriaan's hand.

"It's okay, as long as you and I shoot the music video together." Sarah smiled softly, "As long as your chin, your eyes, and your mouth appear, that's enough."

Speaking of this, she suddenly became playful, "Besides, you can edit a version yourself, just for me and you to see."

"That's true." Adriaan thought about it and nodded, then looked at Sarah with a smirk, "Or we can..."

Sarah was stunned for a few seconds, then immediately reacted. Her beautiful face immediately turned red, and without a word, she reached out to hit Adriaan.

"We can think of something more exciting." Adrian laughed as he resisted. "Buffy couldn't resist the temptation and finally fell into depravity. Or maybe he was captured by the Vampires and turned into a slave …"

Seeing that Sarah was really a little angry, he changed his words, "Okay, okay, I didn't say anything."

Sarah snorted heavily and punched him on the arm before stopping. Adriaan inhaled the cold air and rubbed it. Although her Taekwondo was still showy but impractical, it could still play a role in exercising the body.

"Are you better now?" After moving his body, Adriaan asked.

"Much better." Sarah waved her fist threateningly.

"Then can you tell me what's on your mind?" Adriaan put away his smile and looked at her seriously.

Sarah wanted to deny it at first, but after meeting his eyes, she couldn't say the words in her mouth. In the end, she just sighed.

"I don't think … I don't think it's appropriate." She whispered with some confidence.

"There's nothing inappropriate about it, Sarah. I've said it before, I'm your best listener. I'm willing to help you solve your problems. No matter what difficulties you face, there's always a solution." Adrian put his arm around her shoulder and pulled her towards him.

"No, it's not that serious." Sarah shook her head, "It's just …"

Her bright eyes stared at Adriaan with a reluctant look, but she finally said it, "I don't like this role, Eide."

Adriaan raised his eyebrows, and then reacted, "Can I know the reason? Director Mendes said that your performance was good. "

"Yes, I know. He said that to me, but I … I didn't mean …" Sarah gestured as if she didn't know what to say, "I just … I just …"

Adriaan didn't answer. He just looked at her quietly, waiting for her to organize her words.

"I don't care, Eide." Finally, Sarah took a deep breath and looked at him with firm eyes. "I don't care about acting, I don't care about going further, I don't care about honor, I don't care about Oscars, I … I don't like this kind of gloomy role. Before I met you, there were too many gray areas in my life. I don't want to continue in movies. I don't want to continue in movies. I'd rather act in some vase roles. I'd rather be a comedian. I'd rather be criticized by the critics for not making any progress. I just … I just want to be by your side … I just want to be by your side … "

Her eyes were sparkling. "That'll make me very happy."

Adriaan didn't say anything, just stroked her face. After a long time, he leaned over and kissed her lips. There was no intense entanglement, just a gentle sucking.

"No problem." He stared into her eyes again with a gentle smile. "As long as you're happy."

The corners of Sarah's mouth curled up. She threw her arms around Adrian and hugged him tightly.

It didn't matter. Even if she didn't win an Oscar, it was good to be a popular comedic actress, and … Sarah was more likable like this.

After finishing things in Los Angeles, Adriaan flew to London on a private plane. Of course, he stopped in New York for a day as usual. There was only one thing to do in London, and that was to ask about the casting of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. The work had started in early March, and it had been almost two months since then.