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Now that he was discovered, Chen Jun had no intention of hiding and waved in response.

Johnny saw this, said a few words to the stocky director next to him, and ran over excitedly. Vivien Leigh hesitated for half a second and walked over.

The film's two leading actors left, and Hitchcock had no choice but to follow, along with the entire film's leading actors and production staff.

No one among them knew who the handsome young man was, and they were all secretly speculating. However, no one who can succeed in Hollywood is a fool. The two leading actors and the director took the initiative to talk to him. He must be a big shot, especially

The big star Johnny Fontane also serves as the film's producer and is responsible for most of the film's investment.

Hitchcock vaguely heard the famous star Johnny Fontane talk about the source of the funds, and he could guess that the young man in front of him with an impressive demeanor, a smile at the corner of his mouth, and mature charm was the big financier.

Chen Jun did not expect that everyone would come. After nodding to Johnny and Vivien Leigh, he first shook hands with the director and other staff behind him to briefly recognize each other.

In fact, among all of them, Chen Jun is most interested in the great director Hitchcock.

This is a very awesome director, equivalent to the modern Spielberg + James Cameron. Whether it is the number of films produced by an individual director or the box office of each film, he is basically guaranteed, and his various

These avant-garde film shooting techniques have had a great impact on later generations, and he is a figure who is the founder of suspense crime movies.

He could not watch many of his films, among which the script of "Vertigo" was written by him based on the film directed by Hitchcock later.

However, he has no mood swings. He has seen many historical figures of this era, and he is more interested in how much benefit this movie can bring to him.

After chatting with each other for a while, the director and related personnel walked into the room they had reserved.

Europeans and Americans don't have the habit of sharing tables, so they would join Chen Jun when they saw him eating, but Johnny and Vivien Leigh were exceptions.

Johnny asked: "When did you come back?"

"Two months ago." Chen Jun said calmly.

"Why didn't you call me to tell me you were coming to Los Angeles?"

"I've been busy lately, so I just came."

Johnny curled his lips, secretly feeling that William's temperament had changed slightly compared to before.

This kind of temperament is awe-inspiring. It seems that just sitting there and tasting delicious food casually and indifferently gives off an inexplicable feeling that cannot be ignored.

Johnny felt that if he sat with him to eat, when the waiter brought the bill, he would immediately take the initiative to hand it to the unknown William.

What happened that caused his temperament to change so much? Johnny was secretly stunned.

"William, thank you for choosing me."

At this time, Vivien Leigh smiled sweetly and expressed her gratitude to him.

"It's nothing, I just think your acting skills are suitable for that role."

Johnny and Vivien Leigh left after chatting for a while. This table could accommodate two people, not to mention that the original director and important crew members were still waiting for them. Necessary etiquette must be taken into account. As veteran actors, they knew this very well.

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After they left, Marlena asked: "Who is she?"

"Johnny, a big Hollywood star, the old man's favorite godson, is also a Sicilian." Chen Jun replied.

"You don't know, that beautiful actress I'm talking about?" Marlena turned her head, "I see her eyes have never left your side."

Women are always so keen on what they pay attention to. Chen Jun sighed in his heart and then smiled, "Maybe I'm very handsome and she likes me?"

Marlena didn't ask about her identity and just tasted the food quietly. Johnny came again in the middle of the trip and said that he would visit to discuss the film production and company in the future.

After dinner, when we walked out of the restaurant, it was already raining moderately.

The patter of rain was whipped up by the cold wind, driving many rain-soaked pedestrians on the black street to speed up their pace. Some people held colored newspapers to cover their heads. You could tell at a glance which newspaper they were readers of.

"Don't look at the rain, it's getting colder."

Like a sudden drizzle, Chen Jun took off his black suit to cover it up, draped it over Marlena's body, and ordered the bodyguard: "Please go to the restaurant owner and buy some umbrellas."

It's a pity that the current Rolls-Royce doesn't have that big silver umbrella in the mezzanine. Chen Jun suddenly thought that otherwise his car might have to be replaced by another one.

The bodyguard heard this and was about to take action when a clear and graceful voice came from behind, "We have a few extra umbrellas here, take them. The weather in Los Angeles is always changeable."

Hitchcock's crew came out, Vivien Leigh walked in front, handed over an umbrella, smiled lightly, "I'll lend it to you, I hope you can return it."

The crew members turned a deaf ear and pretended they didn't see anything. Chen Jun took it, responded, and walked to the car after the bodyguard also got the umbrella.

The driver drove to a suburban manor villa in Los Angeles. This was specially selected by Chen Jun among the many luxury properties of the Corleone family. Currently, the location here is not as good as Beverly Hills, where Hollywood stars and powerful people gather, but the price is high.

, is better than being secretive and low-key.

The Corleone family's security system, servants, butlers, etc. were put in place a month ago. After entering the villa, Malena was already used to the various luxurious decorations inside.

After getting familiar with the environment inside, he took the initiative to take over the servant's job and took on Chen Jun's catering.

After drinking a cup of scented tea made by Marlena, he entered his own private office, which was filled with a variety of books. There were also wine cabinets, cigar cabinets, etc. that could be used as private meeting rooms, and the overall style inside was also like

The classical Western-style office in the movie is dim, dark, and full of historical atmosphere with mottled books.

Chen Jun quickly got into work mode, and the task waiting for him was not easy.

First, deal with the transfer of various assets sold in New York, including overt assets such as New York liquor company shares, real estate buildings, hotel chain shares, etc., and covert assets such as horse racing betting, high-value loan businesses, sports betting and other businesses.

These assets totaling nearly 100 million US dollars will be transferred to several banks controlled by the old godfather, then transferred to financial securities companies controlled by Wall Street, and finally returned to Los Angeles and Las Vegas in the West.

Half of the funds were spent on Old Godfather, who had already completed most of the hotel chain business, legal gambling, etc. in Las Vegas. Tom Hagen was responsible for supervising and establishing relationships. Half of the funds were used on film, television, and broadcast media production in Los Angeles.

A small amount of money will also be spent on pharmaceutical companies that Tom Hagen acquires and to bear the costs of developing new drugs.

Moving the Corleone family's focus to the west is a big project. Fortunately, the old godfather has strong connections in financial and legal circles, and his holding companies have professional elites, so he does not need to worry about specific matters.

In addition, the above is only a small part of the work. Chen Jun still has to do a lot, including conducting inquiries on the performance of banks controlled by Godfather Holdings and Wall Street financial securities companies. These are assets that are more valuable than real estate.

After the end of World War II, the U.S. economy took off. In terms of economics and finance, it was like riding a rocket. As long as no big mistakes were made, money could be collected while lying down.

What we also need to do is to frequently communicate with major top law firms, provide various business reports, and establish good relationships on a regular basis.

These days, Chen Jun is often busy at work. From time to time, he will inspect the work progress of DC Comics and Marvel Comics, and assign professional financial management and personnel management to them. This is an essential procedure. In addition to shares, major operational decisions are made.

, Financial management, personnel management and other powers must be grasped, otherwise, what kind of company would it be?

But he didn't expect that Johnny Fontane's visit would come so early a week later.

Marlena looked at the office door that was slowly closing. She knew that during this period, people of all kinds would often enter that office.

She has never gone in, even if she could enter if she wanted to.

"Is your movie gig over?"

Chen Jun bowed and poured Johnny a glass of Scotch whiskey. The amber color revealed the sweetness of the spirit.

"It's almost there."

Johnny stood up and hurriedly took the wine glass. He accidentally glanced at the chair opposite the desk. He breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, he was not sitting on that chair to discuss business with him.

He still treated him the same as before.

No!

Johnny immediately dismissed the idea of ​​killing himself. He was no longer the William he was before, and a trace of complexity flashed in his eyes.

These days, he doesn't understand where the momentum that William can influence people and suppress him comes from.

Three days ago, he called Tom Hagen and understood the reason. The godfather chose to abdicate, and the Corleone Empire was now helmed by William.

He was dissatisfied with Hagen and the Corleone family for not telling him earlier.

Hagen's voice was indifferent as he replied: "That was the godfather's decision."

Johnny didn't understand why his godfather didn't reveal the news to him earlier. He had secretly speculated on his thoughts, but also understood from a kind perspective. After struggling for three days, he finally chose to visit William.

The godfather once promised him that he could become a powerful figure in Hollywood, not just a big star, like Waltz, the movie tycoon who controlled his destiny.

Johnny Orchid held the wine glass with his fingers and glanced over. As an actor, he was very good at analyzing the psychology and temperament of characters.

William leaned back easily on the sofa chair, put his legs on his knees, and put his hands on both sides. Behind him was an antique yellow bookshelf, with whiskey beside him. The overall attitude was very casual towards his friends.

Johnny took a sip of wine and sat upright in his heart, but slightly slouched on the outside.

Even though William looked leisurely and relaxed, he still felt that there was a sense of manipulation affecting him at all times. He exuded a vague charm and temperament, which instantly caused his star aura to collapse.

what is it then?

Power!

A man can have no money, but he must not have no power!

Money and power are connected but also very different. Sometimes when money comes, power also comes, but when money and power come, they will be dominated by higher-level power.

The power in William's body is different from the ordinary accumulation of wealth. It is composed of a coquettish deep red, extreme black, and bright white, exuding a special charm.

This kind of charm will make women intoxicated and take the initiative to climb into his bed.

This kind of charm can make men covet and fear you, just like facing a predator at the top of the food chain wearing a noble suit in a world of jungle.

This desire for power is the primitive animal nature of men.

he!

William Corleone, with just a gesture, you can make others lose their fortune; with just a smile, you can turn a war into a piece of jade.

He controls the fate of many people, including himself.

Johnny knows that the relationship between the two may be friends in the future, but they are also subordinates and the ones he needs to be loyal to.

He suddenly understood the godfather's intention.