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### Chapter 186: Trembling Knees

"Are you sure you don't need us to drive you back to the hotel?"

"No, it's fine. I like to take a walk after dinner to clear my mind."

"Just like in a Woody Allen movie?"

"Hah, I'm not that romantic. The story of 'Manhattan' doesn't suit me; I'm more of a 'RoboCop' kind of person."

"Oh, Paul Verhoeven. 'Turkish Delight' was truly a bold attempt."

Standing at the restaurant's entrance, ready to say goodbye, they ended up exchanging a few more words—a conv...

### Chapter 185: Enjoyable Conversation

“Director, do you like spicy food?”

“Yes!”

Anson had just asked when Sam already answered, even somewhat excitedly.

Sam noticed Edgar and the waiter's gazes turning toward him, and he suddenly became a bit self-conscious. Clearing his throat, his gaze involuntarily lowered, and he spoke in a slightly softer voice, "I really like spicy food."

Anson glanced at Edgar: Buddy, your stomach might have a tough time tonight.

Then, Anson flashed a smile at ...

*Chapter 184: Orchestrating a "Chance" Encounter*

Sam Raimi sat awkwardly and stiffly at the table, patiently waiting for a server to come over and take his order. His extremely introverted personality made him too shy to speak up—

Afraid to interrupt anyone’s work.

However.

He had been sitting there for fifteen minutes, not even getting a sip of water. The servers passing by mistakenly assumed that his order had already been taken. Even when they occasionally noticed the empty table, they didn’t approach, too ...

*Chapter 183: Planting an Idea*

The audition went smoothly.

Edgar trusted Anson, believed in his charm and acting talent, and was confident that Anson was the perfect choice to play Spider-Man.

Now, it was the agent's turn to seal the deal.

His brain started working at full speed.

Then, Edgar caught onto an idea.

“Oh, Laura is currently dating Alvin Sargent. He's a screenwriter who wrote the screenplay for ‘Ordinary People’ for Robert Redford in 1980, winning four Oscars, including...

### Chapter 182: Taking the Initiative

"Hehe, well done."

Seeing Anson's figure, Edgar casually slipped the phone he had been staring at into his pocket. Standing up with a natural and relaxed smile, he approached Anson without appearing eager or anxious, as if Anson had just been chatting with a friend.

"I've already made a lunch reservation. So, how about it? Do you have any plans for the afternoon? I mean, if you don't, I have two Knicks tickets."

They chatted casually as they walked towards the elevato...

*Chapter 181: A Counterstrike*

The atmosphere was full of joy.

Sam could feel the intense gazes coming from all directions, filled with curiosity and surprise. These looks, carrying emotions of astonishment and inquiry, seemed to land heavily on his skin, making his hairs stand on end.

But he didn’t mind. His smile was fully blossomed, enjoying a rare moment of unrestrained pleasure.

Sam reassured, “Even the most experienced top actors go through this.”

Anson spread his hands, “I’m ...

*Chapter 180: Standard Poses*

Ian raised his hand as a signal. "The performance can stop here."

With just a few words, it was as if a spell had been lifted, breaking the magic that had filled the room. Although there was no noise, the disordered breathing was noticeable, betraying the turbulent thoughts that had inadvertently escaped from everyone’s minds. Each person had their own story to tell.

Without turning to look at anyone else, Ian kept his gaze fixed on Anson and continued, "Could you adjust ...

Chapter 179: Constructing the Scene**

"Hey, Mary Jane."

He said, with a bright smile, waving cheerfully, even unusually so, as if he was trying his hardest to showcase his charm.

However, the smile lingered only for a moment before his right hand drooped down, dragging his shoulder and the corners of his mouth down with it, as feelings of melancholy and disappointment gradually overflowed. At this moment, it became incredibly clear that the boy in front of her had just revealed a hint of hesitation and doubt, t...

*Chapter 178: The Brief Audition*

Reading quickly—

Not to memorize the lines, but to grasp the scene.

Of course, if Anson could have a photographic memory, scanning the lines and then delivering a flawless performance, word for word, it would undoubtedly be impressive.

But realistically, would such an "impressive" feat be enough to secure the role?

The answer was no.

The ability to memorize lines isn’t directly connected to understanding the character or delivering a strong performan...

*Chapter 177: Inspiration Emerges*

From "Friends" to "The Princess Diaries," the first lesson Anson learned was that what the eyes can see is often the most straightforward—

They can create an illusion.

So, how to use one's own advantages, how to skillfully convert strengths and weaknesses, and how to use visual effects to break the constraints of an image.

This became Anson's first step into a character.

If everyone forms a stereotype based on height and appearance, thinking that such an actor...

*Chapter 176: Off Track*

Books.

Different types of books: large, thick volumes, space-consuming picture books, and small, portable pocket books—his backpack was packed full.

Ansen was like a magician, continuously pulling items out of his backpack. The difference was that while a magician might pull out doves, rabbits, or even a person, Ansen’s bag contents were much more modest.

"…Are they all books?"

Ian asked with curiosity as he watched Ansen pull out various types of books f...

*Chapter 175: A Small Interest*

Youthful. Sunny.

Kind-hearted and sincere.

Willing to help others without seeking attention, humble and modest, with even a touch of shyness; unexpectedly showcasing amazing talents but retreating without seeking praise or recognition.

This was the impression Sam had been left with from the unexpected encounter at the café that morning.

Quietly, a new image of Spider-Man had begun to take shape in Sam's mind, merging with his understanding of Peter Parker.

*Chapter 174: Creating Contrast*

Sam Raimi is observing Anson.

Sam’s standards have always been simple. In his view, "Spider-Man" isn't a work that seeks to explore artistic philosophies or deep themes—it's a popcorn movie meant for relaxation and enjoyment. So, the actor’s acting skills aren’t the most critical factor; personal charisma is key.

He has always believed that, more than the content of the audition, the way an actor enters and leaves the room, and their natural behavior outside the aud...

Chapter 173: The Final Show**

The auditions began.

One by one, the actors went in, in the order they arrived. The duration varied—some took as little as 15 minutes, while others took as long as 25 minutes. The differences were noticeable, but no pattern or clues could be discerned.

After each actor finished their audition, their reactions varied.

It was just like taking a test.

The student who always ranks last in the class feels great after finishing the test, convinced they did exception...

*Chapter 172: Youthful Presence*

Sitting closest to the door and the first to arrive at the audition was an unfamiliar face. Even with his memories from the previous life, Anson couldn’t recall him.

So, this must be Jay Rodan.

Anson searched through his memories but still couldn’t find any information about Jay Rodan. This likely meant that his acting career hadn’t gone well—not even in noteworthy television roles, let alone films.

It seemed like he was just a minor character.

But Anson...

*Chapter 171: Self-Destruction*

“Your agent can wait here. Inside, there are union representatives who ensure the actors' rights are protected, so you can rest assured in the waiting room. Once the audition is over, the actor will naturally return to meet you here.”

The secretary smiled, but it was a distant, professional smile. It was clear she had dealt with countless similar situations and had the whole script down pat, managing to take control of the situation before Edgar could even open his mouth.

Chapter 347 Overnight Stay at the Hotel (Part 2)

The trio arrived at the business suite. Before entering the room, Wallace brought a device and asked if they wanted to search the room for hidden cameras.

Link thought for a moment. The Five Seasons Hotel was a global chain, and it was impossible for such a low-level mistake to occur, so he felt it was unnecessary.

Chris Liu asked him what was wrong.

Link said that he had once stayed in a hotel in London and had been bugged in his room. He had also encountered the sam...

Chapter 346: Late-Night Hotel Chat (Part 1)

After getting into the car, Link checked his watch. It was past 9 PM, his usual bedtime. He asked the two girls where they were staying and offered to have the driver take them back, promising to chat more tomorrow.

Chris Liu mentioned staying at the Four Seasons Hotel on Fuhua 3rd Road, not far from their current location, and inquired about Link's hotel.

Link replied that he was staying at the Sheraton Hotel in the central district, also a five-star hotel.

Chris Liu...

Chapter 345: A Beauty Encountered Backstage

The Hong Kong leg of the tour concluded, and Link led his team to Taiwan for five concerts. Collaborating with singers like Jay Chou, Leehom Wang, Mayday, Jolin Tsai, and Karen Mok, each concert drew over 30,000 attendees, with the Taipei Arena show reaching a staggering 68,000.

Before arriving, Link had set up a Weibo account, tasked his assistant with daily updates, and received warm welcomes from Chinese fans. His past act of heroism during the 2008 Olympics, acknowledged by o...

Chapter 344: Hong Kong Concert

As Link boarded the flight to Singapore, he was still thinking about his encounter with Daddario's mother the day before.

When he saw Mrs. Daddario, he politely greeted her. Not receiving a positive response, he bid farewell to Daddario.

Before the door closed, he heard Mrs. Daddario's voice from inside: "Ah Nee, you know he's a playboy."

Out of politeness, Link didn't eavesdrop on the rest of the conversation, but he could roughly guess that Mrs. Daddario disapproved...

*Chapter 170: Faithful to the Original*

Sam wasn't considered the right director in the eyes of Sony Columbia and Marvel, so he spent a whole hour proving his worth.

Anson, not being the friendly, boy-next-door type like Tobey Maguire, also had to expend energy to prove that he was the right choice.

In an unseen way, this was a form of intertextuality. Perhaps, it could instead become the key to moving Sam, as standing in a similar position might awaken a sense of empathy. Thus, the content of Sam's meeting would...

Chapter 169 titled "Retreat to Advance":

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Heading south, at an intersection, Anson made a turn westward, and soon, he saw another café. Unlike the brightly colored café he had seen earlier, this one was a chain store with standardized décor.

Anson paused, feeling slightly puzzled. In the original owner's memory, this should have been Pasqua Coffee, a chain based in San Francisco. But now, it had been replaced by a dark green Starbucks.

Nevertheless, Anson immediately spotted Edgar sitting by the floor-...

*Chapter 168: Waving Goodbye*

Roar, roar, roar!

The café was unusually lively, with the bustling energy spilling out onto the street, becoming a scene amidst the noisy and bustling traffic.

But Anson didn't respond to the surrounding cheers and applause. Instead, he first looked at the two people he was supporting with his left hand, asking with his eyes, "Are you okay?"

The two of them were also in the process of saving themselves.

They had only lost their balance due to colliding with eac...

*Chapter 167: Beaten to the Punch*

Scott Speedman, born in 1975, was once a competitive swimmer who even competed in the Canadian Olympic qualifying trials. Unfortunately, due to injuries, he couldn’t continue his athletic career and transitioned to acting.

Tall, handsome, and sunny, Scott quickly made a name for himself. Just three years after entering the industry, he landed the lead role in the TV series "Felicity." Although the show wasn’t a massive hit, it performed well enough to secure four seasons. The...

*Chapter 166: Prearranged Strategy*

Noisy, crowded, busy.

In the morning, New York operates at ten times the normal speed. If anyone claims that life in Los Angeles is fast-paced, they should experience life in New York to understand what it means to live in fast forward. It’s hard for the eyes to keep up with everything.

Of course, the Upper West Side is somewhat better. Here, there are no towering office buildings, and the traffic has noticeably reduced by half. You can even spot people jogging leisurely,...

*Chapter 135: Kaido’s Miscalculation*

After the news of Mihawk spread across the seas, a newly appointed Vice Admiral joined the Navy. In the New World, he boldly sought out the Red-Haired Pirates, who had recently gained some fame. Alone, he single-handedly defeated the crew, causing chaos among the Red-Haired Pirates.

His body's recovery rate was astonishing, comparable to that of Kaido of the Beasts. Any slight wound would heal in an instant. Even when cut in half at the waist, he could recover with the help of ot...

*Chapter 134: Whitebeard Isn’t Afraid of Trouble*

The competition for the title of the world’s greatest swordsman in Dressrosa was broadcast far and wide in a very short time.

Hawkeye Mihawk quickly became a household name, known as the world’s greatest swordsman. Countless swordsmen set sail just to challenge him, hoping to knock him off his throne.

In their eyes, Mihawk’s title of the world’s greatest swordsman held some weight, but not too much—because they weren’t in the running. If they had been there, M...

*Chapter 133: If Jhin Could Withstand Hashirama Cells*

The Lunarian race is little known across the seas.

But those who do know them are often powerful figures.

Even someone like Zephyr has only a shallow understanding of this race.

Without other ideas, there's not much that can be done—after all, there’s only one left. Even if someone wanted to act, there would be no point.

This guy can't stir up any waves on the sea; he can only wait for his life to end.

The Lunarian race hasn’t yet reached a level tha...

*Chapter 132: Rest and Recover in Dressrosa*

Jin's figure twisted and turned in the air as if there were no limits to his agility.

The moment Jin vanished from his original position, Mihawk stood firm, gripping Yoru tightly, alert to his surroundings.

Mihawk didn't consider himself invincible.

Although his strength was formidable, he was still far from being the absolute peak of the seas.

There were three powerful pirates and a group of monstrous Marines that roamed the oceans.

Mihawk knew he wasn...

*Chapter 131: Could Jhin Also Have a System?*

Jhin's arrival was something no one expected, especially since Dressrosa hadn't invited anyone from the Beasts Pirates.

But considering that the other two major pirate crews had already made their appearances, seeing Jhin wasn’t all that surprising.

However, no one had ever seen someone act so full of themselves—stepping forward without a word, striking a pose like they were putting on a show.

His demeanor was one of arrogance, as if he looked down on everyone e...