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Chapter 179: $ million

Naomi's current status is indeed not high.

In her words, the American version of The Ring, which she is about to join, is already her best project.

Of course, there was Mulholland Drive before that.

This is also the reason why she came immediately when David Lynch summoned her.

She needed better resources.

Originally, she was ordered to come and invite Liu Jin.

But after Liu Jin gave her sincere advice, Naomi seemed to have forgotten the mission.

She started chatting with Liu Jin.

Talk about her experiences and her stories.

Liu Jin is a person who likes to have someone listen to his stories.

So we also talked about Life is Beautiful and The Time Traveler's Wife, which we prepared for Sophie Marceau...

It must be admitted that Naomi is a very good provider of emotional value.

The two had a great time chatting.

Dinner was eaten in the apartment.

Chef Liu Jin prepared four dishes and one soup.

Naomi didn't hesitate and had dinner at Liu Jin's place.

After dinner, the two continued chatting.

then……

Then no!

……

Liu Jin is not the kind of stud in heat.

When you see a woman, you must...

Naomi fits his aesthetic, and he doesn't mind having another Hollywood friend.

In addition, he has been immersed in the story of "Life is Beautiful" recently, and he does not have that strong desire.

Chatting with beautiful women is a pleasure in itself.

You don’t have to do that to feel happy!
The two talked about many things, including some Hollywood gossip.

It wasn't until ten o'clock in the evening that Naomi said goodbye.

When she left, Liu Jin asked Naomi to tell David Lynch in a very obscure way.

Fatal ID must be yours, don't worry.

I won't hand this story over to anyone other than you. The reason it hasn't been finalized yet is because of the negotiations with Bruheimer. You can prepare in advance, and the outcome between Bruheimer and me will be decided soon.

Naomi, that's a little embarrassing.

But I feel very happy in my heart.

Because she felt that Liu Jin treated her as a friend.

After this, David Lynch never bothered Liu Jin again.

Liu Jin, on the other hand, devoted more energy to "Life is Beautiful" and successfully completed the creation on December 6th.

At the same time, Pirates of the Caribbean also experienced a blowout this week.

This is the eighth week since "Pirates of the Caribbean" was released, and it finally topped the New York Times book list.

Sales this week: 230,000 copies!
Combined with the sales of the first seven weeks, The Curse of the Black Pearl has successfully exceeded the threshold of 500,000 copies.

The New York Times commented on it: An incredible fantasy work, an incredible pirate legend... Americans will cheer for Captain Jack, and will go crazy for this magnificent and mysterious pirate world.

The sales of 230,000 copies in a single week is by no means the end, perhaps just the beginning!
As the most influential book list in America, the New York Times' review has once again increased the popularity of Pirates of the Caribbean.

Ms. Senqu Luo called specifically and said that Random House will make every effort to promote Pirates and strive to achieve a million sales by the end of the year.

The dispute between Dominic and Brüheimer also came to an end.

Fatal ID was eventually sold for $4.2 million.

As the news spread, the popularity of "Pirates of the Caribbean" soared again.

The name of Amos Liu Jin also became known to more Americans.

About his identity, his background, the sales he achieved in France, and even his crazy creative speed...

As the dust settled on the fatal ID, Liu Jin quietly turned down his apartment in Chinatown and boarded a flight to San Francisco.

……

On December 12, a large amount of evidence of crimes committed by the Japanese invaders in China was exhibited at St. Mary's Cathedral in San Francisco.

San Francisco is a gathering place for Chinese people on the West Coast.

When photos and evidence appeared in St. Mary's Cathedral, the whole of San Francisco was shocked.

After arriving in San Francisco, Liu Jin stayed in a hotel at Fisherman's Wharf.

It's not a luxury hotel.

It is adjacent to Jiuquhua Street and is very quiet. The reason why he chose this place is because he stayed in this hotel when he came to San Francisco in his previous life, so it can be regarded as a revisit to an old place.

And most importantly, it's safe here.

The owner of the hotel is a black man who is said to have a gang background.

Ordinary outsiders dare not cause trouble here.

The boss attaches great importance to safety and does not allow gang members to enter.

So, when a large number of Japanese gathered outside St. Mary's Cathedral to cause trouble, this hotel was particularly peaceful.

Liu Jin met Mr. Zhang here.

She arrived in San Francisco half a month earlier than Liu Jin and has been working hard for this exhibition.

Many influential scholars from the West Coast were invited to participate, but at the same time, it also suffered attacks from many Japanese people.

She looked very tired.

But his eyes were full of determination.

"I didn't expect you to live here. I thought you'd live downtown."

"It's too noisy over there. It's quieter here."

In his previous life, Liu Jin had only seen her in photos.

Unlike those Chinese Americans who wear squinty eyes and dress in a stylish way, Ms. Zhang always maintains the gentleness and elegance that are unique to oriental women.

The impact of her debate with the Japanese ambassador to the United States flashed through her mind.

She angrily questioned the ambassador of her daily life, and her sad and angry tone left a deep impression on Liu Jin.

"open……"

"Just call me Iris."

"I still think I should address you as Mr. Zhang."

"I wouldn't dare accept that title... By the way, I haven't congratulated you yet on winning the first place on the New York Times Book List."

Liu Jin smiled and said, "What's there to congratulate? Haven't you won it before?"

There was a hint of shyness on Mr. Zhang's face, but you could see that she was also proud.

"I only write stories that cater to Western tastes, purely commercial activities, while you are campaigning for the 300,000 innocent souls... This is what I admire most. I was born in China and am the descendant of a military family, but I can't do what you do. Before I came to San Francisco, my father specifically told me to convey his respects to you.

A veteran’s tribute.”

Mr. Zhang smiled brightly.

"Aren't you doing that right now, Amos?"

She said softly, her tone gentle.

“I’ve read your manuscript…it’s a story that fills people with hope.

I love so much. "

I love so much!

These four words made Liu Jin feel extremely satisfied.

Mr. Zhang said, “But you have to be careful, the Japanese have been desperately trying to conceal this history.

As your fame grows with your work, it will surely arouse their fear. To cover up this history, they will resort to all means to discredit you, attack you, and even threaten your life. You must be careful."

"That's why I chose to look for allies."

"But they..."

"As long as there's enough interest, they'll agree."

"Amos, can I help you? I know some people in America."

"The people you know are all honest gentlemen. Gentlemen cannot defeat villains and scoundrels. Only those who are more shameless than them can make them behave themselves."

Liu Jin said this, stood up and walked to the suitcase, and took out a few books from it.

“I know you’re under a lot of pressure, sir.

I don't know how I can help you, so after much deliberation, I've only brought a few books as gifts, hoping you can draw strength from them. You're facing a nation of utter shamelessness... I'm here to visit you, and to let you know that you're not fighting this battle alone. I'll be there with you, fighting to the end.

"X selection?"

After Mr. Zhang saw the books clearly, he was stunned.

"The leader once used his command to defeat Japanese imperialism.

I also hope these books can help you. They contain great wisdom and may be of some help to you."

Mr. Zhang was a little amused.

She really didn't expect that the gift Liu Jin gave her was "X Selection".

She respects the leader, but to be honest, she has not watched "X Selection".

Putting the book away, she smiled and said, "Thank you for your gift. I will definitely read it very carefully."

……

(End of this chapter)