Chapter 208 208 Beverly Hills
Located in Beverly Hills on the west side of Los Angeles, the terrain is not high, but here you can overlook the charming scenery of Sunset Boulevard, enjoy the magnificent picture of the sunset falling on the ocean, and savor the comfortable enjoyment of life. Known as "the most prestigious residential area in the world", Beverly Hills is surrounded by prosperous neighborhoods such as Wilshire Boulevard, Rodeo Boulevard, and Farmer's Market, making it the most prosperous area in Los Angeles and even the entire West Coast.
Beverly Hills' prime location and outstanding surroundings have attracted top stars from all over the world to buy real estate again, including Hollywood movie stars, NBA basketball stars and chaebols from all over the world. They gather in this area, showing off their wealth and status, expanding their popularity, standing on the pinnacle of luxury and showing people a colorful dream.
This makes Beverly Hills a gathering place for fame and wealth. The stars are hidden in the garden-style villa buildings. People can't detect the truth behind the high walls. They only know that every inch of the land here represents wealth. , reputation and prestige.
The best are the trees here, some dated, some not. People can't even name these trees, just like those mansions, towering trees and fruit-bearing trees, walking on both sides of the mountain road, are quiet and fresh, like a paradise. But this is not a "Taoyuan" isolated from the world, but a garden located in the center of the prosperous world, looking down at the road below, as if every stone is shining with the light of gold.
The mountain roads of Beverly Hills are like a labyrinth, circling and staggering to the top of the mountain. Looking around, Los Angeles unfolds flatly at the foot of the mountain. The so-called Beverly Hills is actually only 100 meters, but it is like a peak comparable to Everest telling all people who come to Los Angeles: This is the gathering place of wealth and fame.
Too often, fame and fortune show its power and appeal only when they come together. What is not shown, can only be treasured deep inside: perhaps compelled to treasure. And Beverly Hills is such a platform for display. It seems to be a platform covered with red velvet cloth, showing the richness, fame, and prestige, and then attracting countless people like moths to the flames.
Living in Los Angeles for nearly a year, Hugo passed this hill countless times, but he never really looked at this place, maybe because it was so far away from him that Hugo didn't think he belonged to this place at all. The land where wealth is piled up; perhaps because there are no familiar friends of Hugo here, making him like countless tourists in Los Angeles, he just sighed at the quietness and luxury here when passing by, and then turned and left with a sigh.
Hugo, Joseph, and Uma got out of the car, handed the car keys to the waiter who parked at the door, and walked into the carved door in front of them under the gaze of six black-clothed bodyguards in two rows. The door was so big that it felt like Hugo couldn't touch it, and he was like a hobbit entering the world of giants.
The bodyguard at the door raised his hand to stop Hugo and others from advancing. After looking at Hugo carefully, he whispered into the walkie-talkie, "Hugo Lancaster, bring two companions." At such a private party On occasion, Hugo's face is the invitation letter, and there must be a guest list inside the party, which can only be released after confirmation.
Hugo originally thought that he didn't have a computer. It would be very troublesome to look up the list, and it would take more time, but unexpectedly, after standing there for less than five seconds, the bodyguard put his hand down and said with a smile, "Good evening, Mr. Lancaster."
Hugo smiled and nodded in response, and then took his own steps. Uma took Hugo's right hand and walked side by side, while Joseph followed behind Hugo's left and followed closely behind.
After entering the gate, I saw a huge parking lot with a circular arc fountain in the center. At this time, a few people were walking around with champagne, but these people did not gather to chat, but seemed to be contemplating Enjoying the silence here, when two people meet occasionally, they just talk in a low voice. But Hugo could clearly feel that when he came in, the eyes of these people were all projected towards him at about the same time.
Joseph lowered his voice in Hugo's left ear and said, "A third-tier actor seeking opportunities." Hugo immediately understood.
These people are either actors who come with invited guests like Uma, but due to some special reasons, the guests have to leave temporarily, and they can't find a conversation partner, so they can only be alone; or they rely on private The relationship got the opportunity to enter the party, but because there was no referrer, I had to find a way out... Unfortunately, I couldn't find a suitable opportunity in it, so I chose the entrance of the parking lot to see if I could get along with It is also good to have a director, a producer, or a senior reporter or magazine editor.
Although Hugo has two good movies, he is not a powerful actor in Hollywood, and he has never set foot in director, screenwriter, producer, etc., so there is no attraction for these people. Naturally, no one came to greet them, but after confirming who was coming, they withdrew their gazes and continued to act in a contemplative manner.
Hugo doesn't know what the chance of success is by sitting on the sidelines like this, but it must be admitted that there are opportunities everywhere at such a top party, just to see who can seize it.
Walking across the parking lot and entering the open gate of the villa, the bright light immediately made Hugo enter another world, a burst of warmth rushed towards his face, his cheeks flushed instantly, and the sight was full of people coming and going, everyone They are all holding wine glasses or dinner plates, and they gather together in twos and threes to chat and laugh. Crystal glasses, dazzling chandeliers, bright roses, quaint furniture, elegant murals, and exquisite carpets pour into the sight, making people dizzy.
Hugo was a little overwhelmed standing at the door. Attending such a luxurious party was a brand new experience, but Hugo generally knew that in fact, such a party needed self-confidence, calm and calm with others from the weather, food, etc. topic to start small talk and then make some new friends. It would be great to be recommended by someone, if not, don’t panic, it’s the truth to socialize boldly and confidently. But knowing is knowing, when you really want to do it, your palms will inevitably sweat.
Joseph whispered to Hugo, "I'm going to find Sidney." This was the strategy they made before they left today. Joseph went to find the owner, while Hugo stayed in the hall to meet new friends and look for opportunities. , I hope I can talk to Sidney, and I'll talk about other things later.
After watching Joseph leave, Hugo turned to look at Uma, and the two exchanged glances. Hugo also saw a trace of tension in Uma's eyes, and then Hugo felt Uma's left hand tightening slightly. After a moment, Hugo couldn't help showing a smile and gave Uma a little encouragement.
Before Hugo could take a step, someone stepped forward to say hello, "Hey, Hugo!" He raised his eyes and saw that it was Tom Cruise! It was a surprise.
"Good evening, Tom." Hugo suppressed his inner thoughts - for example, standing next to Tom Cruise is Nicole Kidman, they really look very affectionate; let's say Tom Cruise Hugo's height, according to Hugo's eye, was only five feet five inches (one meter sixty-eight) at most, and he certainly did not have the five feet seven inches mentioned in the information. Hugo smiled and said hello, and then looked at Nicole Kidman next to him. Sure enough, Nicole was not wearing high heels tonight, "Good evening, ma'am."
"Please call me Nicole." Nicole's temperament has always been glamorous with a hint of arrogance, even when she smiles, but it is undeniable that she really shines, she is definitely a super beauty. "Don't know who this beautiful lady is?"
"Uma Thurman, ma'am, you can call me Uma." Uma took the initiative to introduce herself, neither humble nor arrogant, humble and polite. Although Hugo could feel the muscles of Uma holding his left hand tense for a while, he couldn't hear it in Uma's voice at all, "Good evening, Mr. Cruise."
"You make me feel old, miss. Tom." Tom shook Uma's right hand with a gentleman's smile. Although limited by his height, when Tom was in his prime at this time, the handsome young man had to be amazed. "Nicole and I watched your work not long ago. You and Jack's performance was really amazing, so when we saw you, Nicole and I felt we had to say hello to you."
I didn't expect Tom to actually bring up the matter of "Yihai Xiongfeng". Judging from the rumors in the circle, Tom is actually a relatively high-profile actor, in other words, a relatively big name, but his big name is not to boss the staff or to be right. The show team makes things difficult and so on. On the contrary, it has always been rumored that he treats the staff and reporters with a kindness; the pretence or big name here means that he is always picky, or it is more appropriate to use arrogance to describe him. Work has always had an inviolable insistence. For things like "Righteous Sea Heroes", Tom was robbed of the role by Hugo, so according to conjecture, Tom will definitely not be happy - in fact, no one else will be happy, and Tom is now in the circle. Status, it is also appropriate to describe it with rage.
But looking at the smile on Tom's face now, it was so sincere indeed. Hugo couldn't tell whether Tom was wearing a polite mask or whether he was sincere, but for Tom not only being friendly on the surface, but also taking the initiative to say hello, Hugo still had a good impression, at least this kind of bearing was rare. .
"Thank you, I'm just trying to do my job as an actor." Hugo said with a smile, "You know, it's not that easy to reach a standard in front of Jack, and you can screw up the movie if you're not careful. , in order not to be the culprit, I spent a lot of energy." After saying that, Hugo curled his lips and wiped the sweat from his forehead. This childish little gesture made Tom and Nicole laugh. Of course, There is also Uma standing next to him, and Uma's inner tension has also been relieved a lot.