America Tycoon: The Wolf of Showbiz

That afternoon, the studio swiftly settled Mia's contract issues, secured the rights to the screenplay, and Martin officially named the script "La La Land."

Mia wasn't a qualified screenwriter yet, but she was willing to learn, and the whole story was created based on her romance with Sebastian.

Any editing and polishing would wait until after she finished.

Thomas specifically recommended someone to Martin who was good at editing and polishing scripts: "Kelly Fisher from WMA is the best in Hollywood at this."

Martin felt the name sounded familiar: "Kelly Fisher? Sounds quite famous."

Thomas thought to himself, as a claimed Hollywood star fan, who started watching films at three and put it into practice at ten, how could he not know about America's national myth series.

"Princess Leia!" he exclaimed, fearing Martin didn't remember who Princess Leia was: "Leia Skywalker-Solo."

Hearing the Skywalker surname, Martin understood: "She's good at this?"

Thomas explained, "Actually, Kelly Fisher's acting career has been pretty much stagnant these years, plus she's had a drug addiction. She's been living comfortably on the later royalties from the Star Wars series and her fee for editing and rewriting scripts for others."

He further stated, "She might not be able to write scripts alone. Creativity is a problem, but she's recognized in the industry as a good hand at editing and polishing."

Martin trusted Thomas's recommendation: "You take care of contacting her."

This project couldn't be rushed. Given Mia's current state, it would certainly take at least half a year to finish the script, and editing and polishing would also need time.

After Thomas left, Bruce entered Martin's office and handed him an envelope: "Daniel sent someone to deliver this."

Martin opened it and saw a film list from Warner's archives.

As one of the top six companies in Hollywood, Warner boasted a rich heritage, and Martin saw familiar names like "Casablanca," "The Wizard of Oz," "King Kong," and "The Shining" on the list.

Even the rights to "The Shawshank Redemption" were in Warner Bros.' hands.

As he was looking through the list and recalling related memories, Martin circled three old films right before closing time and asked Bruce to hand them over to Jessica and Emily to talk to Warner about remake rights and to explore the possibility.

The massive personnel changes at Warner Bros. could affect everyone, even collaborators.

Martin was sure to be cautious, even with Daniel, whom he had worked with in recent years.

A person's stance always changed with interests and position.

Bruce soon returned and said, "Before we go to Atlanta, I need to take some personal time off."

"Sure, I'll give you a long break," Martin's initial response was normal, but then his tone changed, "Are you going on a date with Sophia? Remember to bring the number for the hospital's proctology department…"

Bruce directly raised both hands, showing his middle fingers to Martin: "I'm going on vacation with Kim and Khloe!"

Martin said, "Old Cloth, can you be a human being? They're sisters, how could you make a move?"

Bruce was immune to Martin's jabs, just staring at him coldly.

Martin scoffed, "No need for that look, my moral standard is way higher than yours."

No sooner had he said this than his phone rang. Pulling it out, he saw it was Georgina Chapman calling and answered, "Hi, sweetheart."

Georgina on the other end asked, "Are you off work? I'm in your suite at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel."

Martin replied, "Just wait a bit, I'll be there shortly."

"Come early, I have a surprise for you." Georgina cooed before hanging up.

Martin put away his phone and realized Bruce was still watching him, so he announced, "Time to clock out."

As Bruce walked out, he asked, "I remember Georgina Chapman isn't divorced from Harvey yet, is she?"

Martin, with his thick skin, pretended not to understand, "The legal process is underway, should be soon."

Bruce said, "Leonardo's judgment is particularly accurate."

Martin shook his head, "She'll be divorced and single again soon."

Bruce smiled without commenting, thinking his own moral standard was far above Martin's.

The two got into the car, with Bruce driving toward Beverly Hills.

Martin nonchalantly picked up a newspaper and flipped to the entertainment section, where he saw a news snippet the size of a fingerpad stating that Ben Affleck had temporarily left the state prison for a medical checkup and treatment.

It's indeed a slippery world!

That was yesterday's paper; Martin always kept up with the industry's dynamics, but there was no heat to Ben's news.

Or rather, mainstream entertainment media weren't reporting it.

Martin asked, "No trouble with Ben's case, right?"

"No, just some normal stuff inside the prison, where people have no real human rights," Bruce deliberately added, "I heard from Mene that Ben visited the proctology department at the hospital."

Martin nodded, "Continue to take care of him then."

Bruce stated a harsh truth, "I believe Ben will adapt soon and find enjoyment in it."

Arriving at Beverly Hills, the car went straight into the hotel's underground parking garage.

Martin took the private elevator to the suite upstairs. As he opened the door, he immediately saw two black stockings.

Georgina, a former model, struck a pose that showcased her figure and was extremely alluring.

Martin walked over briskly.

Georgina was utterly seductive and didn't forget to mention, "I insist on paying for today's room. I want to use Harvey's money to settle the bill."

How could Martin refuse? "As you wish," he said.

Georgina clung to him automatically.

Of course, Martin was not about to be polite.

While busy, she didn't forget to add, "Help me think of more ways to make Harvey's punishment harsher, so I can get a larger share of his fortune."

"No problem," Martin replied.

Georgina then said, "I'll give you a generous reward!"

Martin asked, "Where is the reward?"

Georgina became even more proactive and, like Joan of Arc, she raised a banner high with one hand and wielded a sword with the other, mounting her horse: "Is this reward enough? There will be more to come."

She was especially enthusiastic and said, "I've met some new supermodels and have introduced them to the Fashion Supermodel Group. I'm planning to pull them into the group. When do you have time to assess them?"

Martin thought she was being too eager in recruiting new people and immediately said, "After the New Year."

"I know the rules," Georgina said as she prepared to contact AA, KK, and Old Cloth, a group that loved to have fun: "I'll have them bring their latest health check reports."

Martin praised, "You're getting more understanding."

Back to the earlier topic, Georgina said, "Can we take down Harvey? That way, I'll be the primary heir."

Martin reminded her, "It's fine to think about these things, but don't act rashly. To compromise your own future because of him would be very foolish."

Georgina was just probing and had not lost her senses. She said, "Then let's make Harvey out to be a long-term domestic abuser towards me!"

Martin assured, "I promise you, Harvey will spend ten years in prison."

Georgina cheered jubilantly, shaking wildly as if a motor had been installed in her body.

Suddenly, Martin realized that he and Georgina were closely communicating on how to make things worse for Harvey...

Why did he feel like he was Ximen Qing? Harvey, taken your medicine?
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That was not a big deal. Martin was very clear that men disliked encountering a Ximen Qing, but all wanted to be one.

After taking a shower in the washroom, the two went to have dinner to refuel for the next intense battle.

In the restaurant, Georgina inquired, "I'm a bit eager to have them come over, wouldn't the Christmas holiday work?"

Martin thought, is it that hard to take a break? He said, "Christmas won't work; I have to go back to Atlanta. I'll return around New Year."

Georgina shrugged, "Alright then, let's wait until after the New Year. I'll talk to them."

Martin advised, "For now, you should focus on the divorce case. Only when the assets are in your hands do they truly belong to you."

Georgina nodded repeatedly, "I understand, what belongs to me can't be taken by anyone else."

The number of victims in the Harvey case had surpassed one hundred, and the case had become a worldwide sensation. Mitu and the media constantly watched, and the Federal Department of Justice even sent a team over.

Every lawyer in America was eager to try, not to defend Harvey, but to serve as the victim's legal counsel.

Beyond the criminal lawsuit, there would inevitably be civil lawsuits involving huge compensation.

Even the currently released "Avatar" couldn't compare in heat and attention to Harvey Weinstein.

Up to that point, new victims were still emerging, with the earliest cases going back to the late seventies.

Among them were people close to power figures like Jennifer Siebel.

Martin no longer needed to do anything more; he could just stand by and enjoy the show.

Georgina said, "The lawyer I've hired was Nicole Kidman's attorney during her divorce from Tom Cruise, and is the best at handling celebrity and tycoon divorce lawsuits. When Nicole Kidman divorced, not only did she carve at least $70 million from Tom Cruise, but she also put all the blame on him."

Martin commented, "This lawyer sounds really good."

Georgina suggested, "I'll introduce you to him someday."

Martin immediately shook his head, "I don't need such a lawyer."

Georgina understood, "Okay then, great bachelor."

After eating, the two went straight back to the suite. The room was big enough to find plenty of entertainment.

During the next few days, Martin frequently attended film screenings and rallies organized by David Fincher and took the opportunity to campaign for himself, hoping to secure an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.

"The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" had consistently received good reviews, and its box office trend was stable. Before the coming of the new weekend, it easily surpassed $100 million in North America, with industry insiders commonly predicting the film's North American box office to land around $200 million.

At the current North American box office, "Avatar" swept everything. Its second weekend box office was almost equal to the opening weekend, with James Cameron nearly recreating the miraculous box office surge of the old major film.

Before Christmas arrived, Martin and Lily left Los Angeles and returned to Atlanta.