Traveling through the Tokyo bubble era

Chapter 626: The war of words between the British and French media, the girl receiving the award

"I'm sorry, I didn't do well enough this season."

On May 28th, British time, outside the Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester United's locker room had just finished the final game with Everton.

Accompanied by Manchester United Chairman Green Laws, Hideki Hanyu, Wendelin Wiedeking and Catherine Zeta-Jones, had just walked down from the stands to meet head coach Ferguson, who had lost the final game.

What to say?

In fact, no matter whether Manchester United wins or loses this game against the "Toffees", it cannot change Manchester United's position in the standings. After all, in the third-to-last round of the league, Liverpool had already secured the position of the English League One champion.

Although it was confirmed, the game in which the boss himself attended was a very unsuccessful one as they lost to Everton 0:2, which was somewhat embarrassing for Ferguson as the head coach.

Especially Hideki Hanyu has invested heavily in all aspects this season.

Whether it is the construction of the team's infrastructure or the transfer market, as long as Ferguson opens his mouth, money is not a problem at all.

This is also the reason why Ferguson apologized at this time.

Facing Ferguson who looked apologetic, Hanyu Hideki did not say anything dissatisfied, but instead comforted him with kind words.

"We were almost relegated last season, but this season we are second in the league. If it weren't for the UEFA ban, we would have been able to participate in the European Champions League next year.

This proves that all our efforts are effective and the team's performance is improving. In this case, Coach Ferguson does not have to apologize to me."

In fact, Hideki Hanyu does not have any high expectations for Manchester United's performance during this period.

Because he did not expect Ferguson to lead Manchester United to rise like a rocket after just one or two seasons in charge.

Coupled with the restrictions of the European ban, as well as the high technical and tactical level and competitiveness of English League One, it is difficult to attract big-name players to join.

In other words, even if he spends money recklessly, the effect he can achieve in the end will be limited.

Of course, as a super-rich boss, he doesn't mind giving a little incentive.

After all, he is not Yoshiaki Tsutsumi, who bought a baseball team and then canceled the salaries of all employees. He only gets paid if they win, and gets nothing if they lose.

Everyone works to earn money to support their family.

Everyone wants to pursue honor, but the prerequisite is that you cannot go hungry.

If the performance is good, then reward it. If the performance is bad, then no reward should be given, but at least people should be given food to eat.

Although Yoshiaki Tsutsumi's approach can temporarily stimulate the team's fighting spirit, it will not be of any benefit in the long run.

And the facts prove this.

So after Hanyu Hideki said that he understood, he spoke to Ferguson very readily.

“Although the team did not win the championship, since there has been progress in performance, there should be rewards.

The season is over and Coach Ferguson will be very busy, but I still want to ask you a favor. "

"Please speak, sir." Ferguson asked with a hint of curiosity.

"I will give you ten places. Help me select the best performers from the team this season. They are not limited to the players themselves. They can also be the team's logistics staff or members of the coaching staff. Then I will reward them with 50,000 pounds each."

When Hanyu Hideki said this, everyone around him was a little surprised.

In this day and age, fifty thousand pounds is not a small sum of money.

This is an era where top players like Maradona only earn a few hundred thousand dollars a year, and most players in English Football League One earn less than 50,000 pounds a year.

Even Ferguson's annual salary at that time was only 60,000 pounds.

Hideki Hanyu took out 500,000 pounds as a reward in one go, which is of course a drop in the bucket considering his worth, but it is undoubtedly a huge sum of money for the players and staff.

What is a super rich boss, this is it!

In an instant, everyone around felt the charm of money.

I guess once this news comes out, those people in the team who opposed Hideki Hanyu will shut up.

Then everyone works very hard to try to win this reward.

"Are there any specific requirements? Do you need to discuss this with Mr. Chairman? For example, the position, the candidate, or…"

This huge amount of money was given to Ferguson to distribute. It was the first time in the life of this young coach who was only in his forties, so he was a little confused for a while.

But before Ferguson finished speaking, Hanyu Hideki raised his hand to interrupt him, "Chairman Green will not be involved in this matter. You are responsible for the selection of candidates. I hope you can choose from the perspective of a head coach and select those who can help the team improve."

Hanyu Hideki emphasized as if jokingly saying this.

"Well... the head coach doesn't need to be on the 10-man roster. Your bonus will be paid separately after Chairman Green Laws accompanies me to London and returns."

"I……"

Ferguson wanted to say something, but Hanyu Hideki's expression turned serious and his tone became impolite.

“That’s the deal, but I must emphasize that while I’m not stingy with giving incentives, I won’t sit back and watch my investment go down the drain.

What I hate most is not making progress. No matter what the results are, at least I need to see everyone's attitude and whether Manchester United is making progress.

Anyone who can’t do that, get out, everybody.”

"I see." Ferguson answered seriously.

The head coach also realized that although Hanyu Hideki was a generous person, he was not a young man who was easily fooled.

That’s right, if Hideki Hanyu was easily fooled, how could he have created his current wealth from scratch at such a young age?

"Okay, let's end today's meeting here, but I want to give Coach Ferguson a suggestion. It's best not to announce this matter before the list is finalized, otherwise you will be very troubled."

After hearing what Hanyu Hideki said, Ferguson nodded to show that he understood.

After all, once the temptation of 50,000 pounds is put forward, no one knows what means those people will use for the money.

But even so, for Ferguson, selecting these ten people is a very headache task.

Having said that, Hanyu Hideki didn't plan to say anything else.

In fact, in his plan, he originally wanted to visit Manchester United's youth training.

It seems that many of the players of Manchester United's future golden generation have joined Manchester United's youth training at this time.

Beckham, Giggs, Neville brothers, Scholes, Butt...

I don't know who he can see.

But after thinking about it, these people are really too young at this moment.

There is no reason or point in going to see them.

I'd better wait until they join the youth team and then find a reason to go and see them.

After watching Manchester United's final game and having a conversation with Ferguson, Hanyu Hideki finally ended his ostensible purpose of coming to the UK.

It was already nine o'clock in the evening. Although Hideki Hanyu did not plan to stay in Manchester any longer, he also did not want to fly to London overnight.

Therefore, after leaving the stadium, Hideki Hanyu prepared to go back to the hotel with his entourage.

But before leaving, he reminded Green Laws, "Meet at the airport tomorrow morning. Don't be late."

Green Laws said with a bitter face, "Boss, I am no longer the general manager of British Investment Union. I am now the chairman of Manchester United. It is not appropriate for me to participate in the business negotiations in London."

With Manchester United's performance improving, Green-Laws's life in Manchester has been much better recently than before.

At least there will never be the "surprise" of waking up in the morning to find that your window has been smashed by some fan.

Even now when he goes out, there are Manchester United fans who will shout at him, "Well done!"

All this made Green Laws more and more adapted to the identity of Manchester United chairman.

But at this time, Hideki Hanyu asked him to accompany him to London to work because of the Leyland Group.

Green Laws was naturally unwilling in his heart.

"If you don't go, who will? You are so familiar with those people. Don't worry, I will never let anyone go in vain. If the work is done, you will definitely get your bonus."

As soon as Hanyu Hideki said this, Green Laws suddenly seemed to have learned how to change his expression.

The bitter expression on his face disappeared instantly, and he was immediately replaced by a focused look and spoke in an authentic London accent.

"Boss, it is my duty to serve you."

"Get out!" Hanyu Hideki said angrily.

Hideki Hanyu was really at a loss whether to laugh or cry about this guy whose attitude changed drastically when the topic of money was mentioned.

However, Green Laws knew that Hanyu Hideki was joking, so he did not immediately "get out" after hearing the words. Instead, he asked with a grin.

"Boss, just now at Old Trafford, you prepared bonuses for so many people in the club. Should I get some too? After all, I have contributed, sweated, and suffered injuries to Manchester United's progress over the past two years..."

Seeing that this guy Green Laws was bragging to him, his words became less and less reliable.

Hideki Hanyu was becoming more and more at a loss as to whether to laugh or cry.

"Leave now. If you say one more word, you will lose your bonus."

"Boss, I'm leaving now."

Hideki Hanyu threatened Green Laws with the bonus and he left immediately.

That skillful look made Hanyu Hideki shake his head.

I don’t know whether it is a good thing or a bad thing to choose such a chairman for Manchester United. He has become a veteran in taking the blame.

After "driving away" Green Laws, Hideki Hanyu led his people back to the hotel.

On the way back, Wendelin Wiedeking, who hadn't said much while watching the game today, suddenly said, "Mr. Hanyu is so generous to the team."

Hanyu Hideki shook his head and said, "This is not generosity."

"Oh?" Wendelin Widkin looked puzzled.

Hanyu Hideki explained, “I always like to use the most direct and effective method to get things done.

In my opinion, no matter how much meaning the outside world gives to the sport of football, it is actually a job for professional players.

Of course hobbies exist, honor and ideals are real, but these things cannot be used to make a living, and these are not what most ordinary players pursue.

Moreover, no matter how much you like something, once it becomes a career, it will soon become boring.

For those who earn money by playing football, no matter what future or honor you talk about to them, it is not as direct as using money to motivate them. "

“If we use money as an incentive, will it make them develop some kind of unhealthy dependence mentality?” Wendelin Wiedeking remained skeptical.

Hanyu Hideki smiled slightly and just said.

“Money never sleeps, and neither do people.”

……

May 29th.

Hideki Hanyu's Yunshang arrives at London Heathrow Airport.

After getting off the plane, I saw that the sky was dark and gray and very depressing. It probably would rain at any time.

Wendelin Wiedeking and Green Laws, who are accompanying them, will go to the hotel. They still have some other preparations to do before meeting the prince.

Although the British royal family will only become more and more lame, they still have to maintain their due face and follow the due procedures.

Hideki Hanyu has always been thoughtful in his work, paying attention to methods and approaches, striving to achieve the best of both worlds and do things seamlessly. Naturally, he would not just rush up and ask for money to do something.

Of course, these trivial matters will be done by subordinates.

After getting into the Rolls-Royce that was waiting for him at the airport, Hideki Hanyu headed straight for his mansion in the Kensington Gardens district.

Although he bought this mansion some time ago, this is the first time that Catherine Zeta-Jones has visited it.

Seeing the mansion where Hideki Hanyu lives, it is adjacent to Hyde Park and so close to Kensington Palace, the residence of the famous Princess Diana.

Standing on the balcony of the mansion and looking at the palace and park in the distance, the feeling of being part of the upper class and the vanity of being neighbors with the princess made the young girl tremble from the bottom of her heart.

Hanyu Hideki was still changing clothes, and Catherine Zeta-Jones leaned over the door and asked, "Honey, can I live here often in the future?"

While choosing suitable clothes, Hanyu Hideki said without turning his head, "What? You don't want to go to Hollywood again."

"Of course not, I want to go." The girl shook her head.

"If you want to go, don't think too much about other things. I have already contacted a Los Angeles agency for you. They are already helping you prepare for everything after you go to Los Angeles, including studying and practicing before the audition, etc.

If all goes well, you will leave for America tomorrow."

Hanyu Hideki immediately changed the subject.

Besides the fact that he had actually contacted New Century Entertainment to help Catherine Zeta-Jones prepare for going to Hollywood, he also didn't want the other party to mention the house again.

This house is his biggest rabbit warren in the UK, there is no way he could allow a woman to live there permanently, not even Catherine Zeta-Jones.

After all, there will be so many "English Roses" in the future, and it would not be enough for him to taste just one.

After hearing what Hanyu Hideki said, Catherine Zeta-Jones was a little surprised and said, "So soon, I'm not ready yet."

"Then hurry up and get ready. It's still early. Talk to the theater clearly, remember to say goodbye to your family, and don't forget to prepare your personal belongings."

As he spoke, Hideki Hanyu picked up a conservative British-style suit and tried it on, feeling that it fit him quite well.

Fortunately, after training to a certain level, even though his natural potential was still breaking through, his body shape gradually stabilized.
After all, he only exercises to shape his body, and as for muscles, he just wants to build enough. He has never thought of becoming a big guy like a bodybuilder.

Otherwise, this custom-made suit might not be wearable.

Although he didn't care about the loss of tens of thousands of pounds, waiting for the suit to be customized would take time.

Sometimes when he needs something, he can't make it in a short time, which gives him a headache.

Catherine Zeta-Jones said, "Well, I'm going to get ready now, and I may not be back tonight."

Hanyu Hideki continued trying on clothes and responded casually, "Then you can spend some time with your family. After all, you will probably be staying in America for quite a while this time."

Seeing Hideki Hanyu trying on clothes, Catherine Zeta-Jones asked, "Honey, do you have work to do today?"

"It's not work, but the British Library Association has an event this afternoon and invited me to attend."

Hideki Hanyu came to the UK this time, and the reason he reported for entering the country was to watch a football match. He appeared in the stands of Old Trafford without any concealment.

It is impossible for the media not to pay attention to the appearance of such a super-rich man.

The British Library Association responded quickly and sent out an event invitation immediately. Hanyu Hideki thought that he had nothing to do on his first day in London, so he simply agreed.

After all, in the eyes of outsiders, as a winner of the Cather Greenaway Medal, he is a direct descendant of the British literary world in the European literary world.

It is also for this reason that the British Library Association has always been very caring towards him, and the attitude of the literary community is also quite friendly, so public opinion reports are always positive.

Especially in the matter of acquiring Manchester United Club, he himself was not criticized much by the public. In addition to the fact that his company is a financial sponsor of the media, it is also related to his connections in the literary circle.

If Abramovich, who later bought Chelsea, saw this kind of treatment, he would definitely snort and ask why the British have such double standards in dealing with people.

Isn’t it just writing some books and winning a few awards?
It is precisely because of the care from the British literary community that Hideki Hanyu naturally has to do something to repay the favor.

So no matter what activities he attended in Europe, he made it clear that he had to thank the British Library Association, the Catherine Greenaway Medal, and the British literary world for everything he had now.

This practice of clearly expressing one's position has also won the favor of the British literary community.

This is also the result that Hideki Hanyu deliberately pursued.

The cultural circles of continental Europe have a great say in the world cultural circle.

But when it comes to the impact on America, none of the countries combined can compare to Britain.

In this era, American "nouveau riche" like the British aristocratic style. Even when Princess Diana wore a shirt, American country bumpkins would chase her and buy her clothes.

The British literary community praised Hideki Hanyu highly.

Regardless of whether the European continent admits it or not, the American media is very receptive to this.

Follow suit and praise Hideki Hanyu as a cultural celebrity.

I remember that before, Hideki Hanyu once met Sony's Akio Morita by chance at an event, and the other party expressed his admiration that he moved his family to New York in order to win the recognition of Americans.

As a result, after more than ten years of hard work, I still haven't been able to integrate into the celebrity circle of America.

But Hideki Hanyu obviously did nothing and didn't even stay in New York often, but because of the hype of the British literary world and the support of the American media, he actually became quite famous among New York celebrity circles.

There are even some parties that even Akio Morita couldn't get into, but people would come through Akio Morita and try to invite Hideki Hanyu to attend.

If Hanyu Hideki was just a wealthy man, these people might not be so enthusiastic.

But it is different for artists who are sought after by British masters. American celebrities love to invite these people who look classy to gild their own image.

Even now, when Hanyu Hideki thinks of the depressed expression on Akio Morita's face when he spoke, he can't help but curl his lips.

Some things are indeed like feelings.

Some people try their best to get something but still cannot get it.

However, some people not only get things easily, but also, in an infuriating way, do not cherish them at all.

At this time, Catherine Zeta-Jones asked curiously, "What activity is it?"

Hanyu Hideki replied, "The person who notified me said that it was a non-professional drama award organized by an organization under the Library Association. It was said that someone adapted my 'Brigitte' and won the award, so they asked me to attend the award ceremony."

"It sounds interesting. I want to go too." Catherine Zeta-Jones looked at Hideki Hanyu with her eyes wide open.

Of course, it is impossible for Hideki Hanyu to take the other person to such a public occasion.

So he spread his hands in regret and said, "Sorry, they only invited one person, and this kind of event is not suitable for bringing a female companion."

Catherine Zeta-Jones sighed, "Oh... forget it. I have to make preparations before I go. I don't have time even if I can go."

"I will arrange for my secretary to help you tomorrow. If you have any questions, just contact my secretary directly."

Hanyu Hideki said, lowering his head to lift the girl's chin, sniffing and pecking her gently, "Be good, go get ready."

Who would have thought that he just wanted to give her a goodbye kiss, but Catherine Zeta-Jones refused and instead hugged Hideki Hanyu who wanted to change his clothes.

"I am about to part with you, and I don't know when we will meet again.

So, please give me medicine, right here..."

After the girl finished speaking, she lowered her head and took the initiative.

Hideki Hanyu looked at the time and found that there was still plenty of time, so he didn't intend to reject the girl's enthusiasm.

So the originally parallel cloakroom inevitably became restless. During the process, Catherine Zeta-Jones was too engrossed in holding the hanger, and because she was too strong, she accidentally knocked it over.

Therefore, in the second half, because the two stayed in the pile of clothes for too long, many of the clothes needed to be sent for professional cleaning immediately.

Considering the price, the cost of this battle was indeed not small.

At noon, the two of them relaxed and had lunch.

Catherine Zeta-Jones reluctantly bid farewell to Hideki Hanyu.

After pretending for a while, Hideki Hanyu turned around and got into the Rolls-Royce to attend his afternoon activities.

After arriving at the destination where the event was held, he saw an old acquaintance as soon as he entered the venue.

Jordan of the British Library Association.

A long time ago, he came to the UK to participate in an event and was received by the other party.

It just so happened that this event was also organized by the other party, and the previous sudden invitation call was also made by the other party.

"Written by Hanyu, you have arrived just in time. The media meeting before the event will be held soon. Please come with me."

Compared with the past, Jordan's attitude towards Hideki Hanyu is undoubtedly more polite and respectful.

"Ok."

Although the other party had received him, Hanyu Hideki did not count with the other party, so he did not exchange any polite words and just followed the other party towards the media meeting.

Hideki Hanyu was invited to participate in this event at short notice.

Originally, he was not present at the meeting. There were only some organizers of the event, judges, etc.

Originally, it was a small non-professional award organized by a subsidiary organization of the British Library Association, and there were no celebrities participating, so the media would naturally not be interested.

The few influential newspapers sent reporters to do the job basically just to give face to the Library Association.

Just thinking about it, you can tell how uninterested these reporters are in coming to interview.

After all, for the British who like to watch the fun, they have been paying attention to the gossip about the prince and princess’ emotional crisis. Who has the time to pay attention to boring non-professional literary and drama awards?

For example, the photographers and reporters from The Times were so bored waiting for the interview that they almost fell asleep, and had no intention of communicating before the interview began.

It's just a errand anyway.

But in this bored state, they suddenly found that an unexpected person appeared.

In the morning, Manchester colleagues reported that the other party had arrived in Manchester and appeared in the stands of Old Trafford.

Until now, although there are various speculations, there is no definite answer as to whether the other party is the real boss behind the acquisition of Manchester United Club.

But at this moment, this is not the question the Times reporter wants to ask.

Because just recently, there was something in the British public opinion circle that was second only to the gossip about the prince and princess’ emotional crisis.

That is, the British literary community is engaging in a war of words with the British media and the entire French media.

The source of this verbal battle was Hideki Hanyu.

The central issue of the argument is the fantasy children's novel "Brigitte" released by Hideki Hanyu last Christmas.

Because of its imaginative and magnificent content and the fact that it "inadvertently" caters to the theme of certain movements, this novel is not only a best-seller all over the world, but also has a very high reputation among the people and professional fields.

Everyone knows that this work will definitely have a high status in the literary world in the future.

Although it is still early for the awards in various literary circles to be announced.

But the industry has basically confirmed that "Brigitte" has no competitors for the relevant awards.

Because of this, some topics have begun to be discussed continuously.

Among them is the ownership of this book.

French media believe that Hideki Hanyu's novel was written and published with the help of a French publishing house, so it should be a French novel.

However, the British media believes that Hideki Hanyu was cultivated in the British literary circle and is a writer belonging to the British literary circle, so "Brigitte" should also be regarded as a British novel.

Then, the media and literary circles of the two countries started a heated debate over this issue, which then developed into a war of words, and it became increasingly intense.

As for Japan, to which Hideki Hanyu belongs, during this period, it had no say and was blatantly ignored by both sides.

The moment he saw Hanyu Hideki appear, the Times photographer quickly reminded his colleagues, "Just ask that question!"

"Of course I know!" the reporter was equally excited.

After all, because this event was so insignificant, there were almost no colleagues who could compete with him.

So when Hideki Hanyu sat down and the organizer announced the start of the interview, all reporters unanimously chose Hideki Hanyu as their interview target.

In an instant, all the other people participating in the event became just supporting roles.

Hideki Hanyu is not some rookie who has just started out.

You will only care about yourself and offend others.

Therefore, after seeing the situation in front of him, he immediately bypassed Jordan, the spokesperson for the media meeting, and announced it to all the media.

"I will only accept two interview questions today, and one of them must be related to the event, so you'd better seize the opportunity."

As soon as Hanyu Hideki finished speaking, all the media reporters looked at the spokesperson Jordan.

Jordan was relatively calm. After thinking for a moment, he directly named the reporter from the Times to ask the first question.

The Times reporter certainly would not miss such a good opportunity.

He started by asking, "Hello, writer Hanyu, I am a reporter from the Times...

I wonder if you know that your novel Brigitte has recently caused some controversy in the media."

Hanyu Hideki asked in confusion, "Oh? What controversy?"

The British and French media were arguing over such boring things, but Hideki Hanyu was far away in Japan and America, so he naturally didn't bother to care.

Moreover, this is not the Internet age, and the speed at which many pieces of information spread is not as fast as in later generations.

At this moment, just as the reporter from the Times was explaining to Hideki Hanyu what was going on.

Jordan, who was serving as the spokesperson, couldn't help but become nervous and felt a little regretful that he had forgotten to remind Hanyu Hideki about this.

This question may seem like a joke, but it is very important to the British media.

If there is any problem with Hideki Hanyu's answer, the British Library Association's many years of operational support for Hanyu will probably be gone.

In Jordan's mind, Hideki Hanyu had already listened to the simple explanation of the Times reporter.

The next moment, without even a moment's hesitation, he gave his answer.

"People who know me well know that although I can speak some simple French, I learned it just to chat up pretty French girls. It's too difficult for me to write in French..."

Although Hanyu Hideki continued to answer, his remarks as a self-proclaimed playboy still made everyone at the scene smile knowingly, dispelling a lot of the tense atmosphere.

And Hanyu Hideki, who was still answering, continued.

"Although Brigitte was published by a French publisher, I wrote it in English. It is a completely English novel."

For Hideki Hanyu, choosing to stand with Britain or France in this public opinion dispute is not a difficult decision at all.

Besides, he didn't need to lie. He just needed to tell the truth and make the British happy.

"So, writer Hanyu means that Brigitte is a British novel?" The reporter from the Times was still unwilling to give up and wanted to hear a definite answer.

"Should I think this is the second question? It seems to be against the rules. I should be able to refuse to answer it."

Hanyu Hideki said this first, and then suddenly smiled.

"Just kidding, it's the same question.

As for the answer, I think there seems to be no other country in Europe that uses English as the official language, and it can't be Malta. "

Hideki Hanyu's words made everyone present laugh again.

After all, Malta, a small Mediterranean island country, was once a British colony. Although it has its own Maltese language, English is also one of its official languages.

Hideki Hanyu answered the reporter's question ambiguously with a joke.

But for the media, this statement is enough.

The Times reporter sat down contentedly.

Because he understood that they would have the most powerful weapon when they had the next war of words with the French media.

A personal admission from the author of "Brigitte".

He couldn't wait to see the miserable looks of his French media colleagues.

After asking the important questions, there is one more question that must be related to the activity, but in fact, no one is that interested anymore.

But Hideki Hanyu is always a hot topic, and some reporters and media still asked about it.

"As far as I know, a drama troupe from Cambridge University won the drama award held by the Library Association for their performance of Your Brigitte. Do you have anything to say about this, Mr. Hanyu?"

"My work is loved by everyone, and some people are willing to use it to adapt a play. This is a recognition of my work, and of course I am very happy."

Speaking of this, Hanyu Hideki showed a very pleased expression.

“And I’m also very grateful to this theatre company from Cambridge University for choosing my work, and I’d like to invite them to dinner if they’d like.

Any high-end restaurant in London will do.

After all, everyone knows that I still have some money.”

The way Hanyu Hideki spread his hands at the end of his speech made everyone at the scene smile knowingly again.

The world's tenth richest man said that he just has a little money, so those people are all paupers.

And Hideki Hanyu said this intentionally.

He knew that in these European and American media, the image of a witty and humorous young writer would be more popular than a boring old-fashioned writer.

In a society like Europe and the United States that values ​​personal charm, sometimes we cannot underestimate the influence of personal image. Many times, what is really important is emotion.

Even the people of Japan actually prefer their celebrities to show their confident and cool side to the world rather than being timid.

Thinking of this, Hanyu Hideki felt that he should instruct his secretary to find the photographer who was shooting the scene and ask for a copy of the on-site video.

If there is an opportunity, he can ask Yunshang Satellite TV to make a documentary praising his boss, and all these video footage can be used as material.

As the saying goes: Without the accumulation of small steps, one cannot reach a thousand miles. Without the accumulation of small streams, one cannot form a river or sea.

Personal charm, public image, and his social influence are all accumulated bit by bit through management.

However, after answering this question, Hideki Hanyu's mission at the media meeting was completed.

In order not to steal the limelight from others, Hideki Hanyu took the lead in leaving the media meeting amid the clamor of some media reporters who shouted at him to keep his promise and treat the winners to dinner at the most expensive restaurant in London.

Next, as the meet-and-greet came to an end, the official award ceremony of the event began.

At this time, the media that came to support the Library Association should have left one after another.

But today, because Hideki Hanyu suddenly appeared, many media came to watch.

These media outlets not only want to see whether Hideki Hanyu will keep his promise to treat the winners of his performances to meals at the most expensive restaurants.

It's not that I haven't thought about trying my luck. If this rich man is still willing to be interviewed, it would be an unexpected gain.

Anyway, for the British media, any small matter can be reported as fun. The super-rich man Hideki Hanyu is very popular, and even small matters will not lack an audience.

For Hideki Hanyu, today's event was just to show support for the Library Association and to go through the motions.

Even if he invited the winner to dinner, it was just a small matter and he didn't take it seriously at all.

It's just that in the eyes of the media and ordinary people, the promises made by this super-rich man are interesting.

But when the awards ceremony began, it was his turn to present the award to the drama group from Cambridge University named 'Talking Tongues', which had won the award with the performance of 'Brigitte'.

Looking at the girl who was receiving the award as a representative.

To be honest, Hideki Hanyu was a little surprised.

Because this beautiful girl who looks youthful and pretty, but has a kind of silly and cute beauty, her name is Rachel Weisz.

The Mandarin translation is Rachel Weisz.

It was the beautiful actress who played the leading role in "The Mummy", a movie series that he liked very much in his previous life.

(Rachel Weisz Photo)
What’s interesting is that when Hideki Hanyu was presenting the award to Rachel Weisz, reporters in the audience immediately started to boo and shout.

"We'll treat you! We'll treat you! We want the most expensive restaurant!"

Upon hearing this, Hanyu Hideki deliberately made an embarrassed expression, reached out to take the microphone from the spokesperson, and spoke to the audience.

"Of course I have no problem treating her, but I didn't expect the winner to be such a beautiful girl. It's not gentlemanly to make decisions for a girl without her consent, so we should ask the person concerned for her opinion."

Then he looked at Rachel Weisz who was receiving the award and asked.

"Lady winner, I told you at the press conference that if the winner is willing, I will treat her to a meal at the most expensive restaurant in London. I wonder if you are willing to do that."

After Hideki Hanyu finished speaking, he handed the microphone to Rachel Weisz.

Facing everyone's attention, Rachel Weisz showed no sign of stage fright and spoke confidently with a smile on her face.

"I really like Brigitte's work and would like to exchange some ideas with the author, so of course I am willing to do so."

As soon as Rachel Weisz gave an affirmative answer, the media reporters in the audience started shouting again.

However, this time the name that was shouted was a restaurant located in the Kensington district. Anyone who knows about London restaurants knows that this is one of the most expensive restaurants in London.

In this day and age, the cost per person will not be less than one thousand pounds.

Hideki Hanyu naturally knew what these onlookers meant. They wanted to specify the restaurant as well and made him spend more money.

Of course, because of his reputation as a playboy, these media may have thought of shooting all kinds of other materials.

After all, he was going to take a girl out to dinner today.

And the reason is so coincidental and so intriguing.

However, Hideki Hanyu did not respond to these words.

……

It's ten minutes in the evening.

After attending the event, Hideki Hanyu fulfilled his promise and invited the award-winning Rachel Weisz to dinner.

It is still a high-end French restaurant in a wealthy area near Hyde Park, but not in Kensington as the reporters had been making a fuss about, but in Mayfair.

Hideki Hanyu had stayed at the Dorchester Hotel here before, so he was quite familiar with the area and knew a few good restaurants.

The one he chose today was even more expensive than the one the reporters were cheering for.

Of course, I chose this place not because it is more expensive or better.

But he doesn't like to eat under the watch of reporters.

Even when leaving the event, in order to lure away the reporters, he deliberately let the Rolls-Royce leave first, while he left in the bodyguard's car.

Thanks to the scumbag's skilled chat skills and excellent presentation, by the end of the dinner, Rachel Weisz was already talking to him about everything with a smile on her face.

"You asked me why I'm not stage fright today. It's because when I was fourteen, I started modeling for 'Harpers & Queen' magazine.

After entering university last year, my college classmates and I founded the 'Talking Tongues' drama troupe and began touring campuses in the UK.

So today’s event is just a small event for me.”

When asked by Hanyu Hideki why she wasn't nervous, Rachel Weisz answered with confidence.

Although this girl is British, her carefree and cheerful personality makes her look like an American girl.

Hanyu Hideki pretended to understand and said, "I see. Unfortunately, I have never seen Ms. Rachel perform, and I don't know if I will have the chance."

Rachel Weisz said, "Don't be so polite by calling me Miss all the time. I feel very happy chatting with you. Why don't I call you Hanyu and you can call me Rachel?"

"No problem, Rachel."

After Hanyu Hideki finished speaking, he saw that the last dessert plate had been taken away, and said with regret, "I also feel very happy chatting with you, but obviously we need to say goodbye."

Rachel Weisz also showed a regretful expression when she heard this.

But then she opened her beautiful eyes and said, "How about we find a place where we can have a drink and continue chatting?"

Rachel Weisz's suggestion was exactly what the scumbag wanted.

Hanyu Hideki immediately agreed, "Of course, I know a place with good wine and beautiful scenery."

"Where?" Rachel Weisz asked curiously.

"You'll know when you get there." Hanyu Hideki kept it a secret.

Then, the two got into Hanyu Hideki's car.

As the car kept driving and getting closer to Kensington Gardens, Rachel Weisz, a Londoner, asked in confusion, "Are there any bars in Kensington Gardens?"

Hanyu Hideki said at this time, "I didn't say I was going to the bar. I have a lot of fine wine hidden in my house in Kensington. The balcony on the third floor has a direct view of Hyde Park and Kensington Palace."

At this point, Hanyu Hideki looked at Rachel Weisz and said, "If Rachel doesn't want to go, I will ask the driver to turn around now."

The girl replied, "No, I'm curious about your house, Hanyu."

Then, the two came to Hideki Hanyu's mansion on Kensington Gardens Street.

However, after entering the door, the two did not mention drinking at all.

Instead, they looked into each other's eyes, and an ambiguous atmosphere began to spread between them.

Rachel Weisz had just agreed to come here, which was tantamount to tacitly agreeing to certain things happening.

So the young man and woman only looked at each other for a moment, and then they suddenly hugged each other, lips touching teeth...

The violent and hot flames burned violently in an instant.

(End of this chapter)