Alfonso Cuarón, who was standing in front of him, was really a little embarrassed. A black trench coat and jacket tightly wrapped around the body, still unable to stop the wind from raging, the whole person was shivering, and the neat slightly curly short hair was now messy into a bird's nest, and even the beard had become a lot of vicissitudes.

In just half an hour, Alfonso seemed to be rapidly aging ten years old, and his black-rimmed glasses could not hide his embarrassment.

When Lan Li was waiting for the traffic light at the crosswalk, he noticed a figure approaching from the entrance of the Almeida Theater, and his first reaction was to think it was a homeless man, and then when he realized that it was Alfonso, he was really startled, "Mr. Cuarón, are you okay?" Lan Li hurriedly stepped forward, "Are you okay now?"

Alfonso waved his hand and shook his head again, unable to make out what he meant, before he spoke again, "I just want to...... Suddenly, he sneezed heavily, and he quickly covered his mouth with his hands, "I'm sorry, I'm really sorry, I just want to talk to you." ”

"What?" Lan Li couldn't help but be stunned, I don't know if it was because I was too tired today, or because it was too cold in the middle of the night, and the speed of my brain was obviously not very fast.

Such a scene is really too absurd and funny, so that deep down I feel the urge to laugh, but Lan Li knows that Alfonso's physical condition is not a joke, so he controls his smile, "We can talk tomorrow, or you come to the theater, but ......"

But it's too late to say anything now.

Raised his head and looked back and forth. It's nearly two o'clock now, the West End is quieting down, London is not a city with a lot of nightlife compared to New York, bars are the common choice, and not far away, fans are hailing taxis, and taxis are expected to be short for a while.

In the wee hours of the morning, everything is not very convenient.

Look back and see Alfonso's poor form. After all, the words of refusal could not be spoken, and at this point, Lan Li still expressed his friendliness, "You need to keep warm now." Otherwise, you'll get sick. April and May in London are always so troublesome that you have to pay attention to your body again and again. ”

"Lan Li?" On the street, the sound of engines came from far and near, and Matthew's shout rang out in the cold night, asking with concern, "Is everything alright?"

Lan Li nodded and gestured, just thought for a moment, and then politely extended an invitation to Alfonso, "Otherwise, let's sit in the car first, you need to warm up, what's the situation, let's talk slowly, what do you think?"

"God, I'm sorry, I'm so sorry. Alfonso's face was full of apologies, but as he spoke, he sneezed twice more and suddenly became incoherent, "I'm sorry." Uh, I mean, thank you. ”

Lan Li waved his hand to indicate that it was okay, and quickly came to the side of the car and opened the rear door, "Don't worry. You need a warm place right now to relax and unwind. I'm just a little bit of a hand. "As for the specific situation after that, after such a chaotic state has calmed down, they can communicate slowly.

After seeing Alfonso get into the car, Lan Li went around to the passenger seat, and then got into the car.

As soon as he got in the car, Matthew took the initiative to hand Lan Li a tissue, and then skillfully played the steering wheel and slowly left the Almeida Theater.

……

After using up a dozen sheets of paper, the heating slowly blowing in the carriage gradually restored Alfonso's vitality. He seemed to have only a slight cold, and was fine for the time being, but with his messy hair, red nose, and haggard countenance, it was evident that he had indeed suffered a crime tonight.

"Welcome to London. Lan Li joked. Although the weather in New York is also very bad, the unpredictability of London is always unpredictable. It's hard to imagine that June is now within reach.

Alfonso let out a long breath, and when he came back to his senses, his brain began to spin again, "God, God, what the hell did I do." I'm sorry, Lan Li, I'm really sorry, please forgive me for my faux pas. I know you're going to perform tomorrow and you're tired tonight, so you're going to need a good rest, and I'm really sorry for the inconvenience caused by my actions. ”

Alfonso rubbed his temples, "They always say, I was too impulsive, and now I finally understand what it means." ”

"Calm, calm. Lan Li could truly feel Alfonso's apology and chagrin, and he couldn't help but chuckle, "For now, you didn't cause any inconvenience, you just got into my car." If you're embarrassed, you can say thank you, this is Matthew, my friend, and this is Alfonso, a great director. ”

In Lan Li's relaxed introduction, the panicked atmosphere gradually returned to normal, Matthew and Alfonso simply greeted each other, and then Lan Li continued, "You chose to stay and didn't leave, is there anything else?"

Alfonso had a look of embarrassment, "Jesus Christ." I should go back to the hotel, sorry, I sincerely apologize. You leave me on the side of the road, I'll stop a taxi and go back to the hotel. If there is any situation, I will contact you formally through your agent later. Please forgive me for being rude and reckless. ”

Alfonso Cuarón is not a casual nobody in the industry, he has been nominated for an Oscar, he directed "Harry Potter", he has worked with many big names, he is not a top director, but he is not an unknown director. At this moment, Alfonso's performance is not at all arrogant, showing a pure heart without concealment.

Yes, Alfonso was reckless, impulsive and created chaos. If you can, Lan Li just wants to go home now, take a hot shower, and then rest early, all of this, Lan Li will not deny. But now, Lan Li is willing to give Alfonso a chance to listen attentively, as an actor to a director.

"Director. Why don't you continue to apologize for the time being, but tell me why you chose to stay, are you waiting for me? Lan Li raised his gaze, looked at Alfonso in the dim sight through the rearview mirror, and said sincerely.

The lights in the carriage had been turned off, only the street lamps outside the window were on, but in the dimness, Alfonso could feel Lan Li's sincerity and seriousness, he raised his hands, as if to express something, but they still fell heavily and slapped on his thighs, making a crisp sound.

"I ...... Uh......" Alfonso hesitated, gathering his thoughts before speaking.

"I just thought, I know that your current schedule is full, and I also know that you may not be able to arrange your itinerary in a short time, but I can wait. I mean, this movie, you're the best person. Honestly, I can't think of a better fit than you. So, you can rest assured that after the West End, Broadway, it's no problem, when you have a schedule, I'll start filming when you have a schedule. ”

After repeating the rambling on and on, Alfonso did not hear an answer, and then he became a little weak, and added, "I just wanted to tell you this; The subordination of the two statements seems to be wrong, and it should be reversed, and there are no conjunctions, but the meaning is still clear.

Lan Li couldn't help but open his mouth slightly, not knowing how to express it for a while, and then saw Matthew cast a meaningful gaze, which made Lan Li smile dumbly and looked at Alfonso again, "Thank you." I'm serious. But...... Are you sure? I may not be available until September, October, or even ......."

"No problem! absolutely no problem!" Alfonso said categorically without waiting for Lan Li to continue, "This film is different from all my previous works, all the focus is on the main character, it is no exaggeration to say that the success and failure of the performance determines the quality and height of the whole work, I need a good actor." Now, I've found it, so, it's worth the wait, you're the perfect choice. ”

There is such a small detail. When talking about the topic of the movie, Alfonso's words are endless, although the grammatical errors are still there, but the whole conversation flows smoothly without pause, the excitement and excitement, the concentration and devotion, as if the Big Bang has been detonated in the brain, and all the excitement/emotion is vented.

"I must admit that it is an honour for any actor to receive such praise. Lan Li chuckled, "You know, you remind me of another director, Drake Doremus, the director of 'Love Crazy'. The same was true when he was in Telluride...... Enthusiastic. ”

Alfonso and Drake are two completely different looks, but at this time, the simple and simple temperament of the two people, as well as the fanaticism of obsessing with movies, awakened the memory in Lan Li's mind.

"So, I thought, maybe we should sit down and talk. Lan Li stretched out an olive branch, and in the rearview mirror, he could see Alfonso who was extremely excited, almost jumping up, Lan Li quickly added, "But not tonight." I need to rest tonight. Well, Sunday, Sunday we'll make an appointment and sit down and have a good talk. ”

Immediately, Lan Li thought of Sunday's appointment, Bill Skarsgård, Tom Holland, they would all come over.

"On Sunday morning, let's have brunch together, can you?" Lan Li made a decision on the spot.

"Of course, there is no problem! All my hours are open, just choose according to your itinerary. Alfonso still looked actively cooperative, and the excitement between his words could no longer be hidden, and he began to grind his fists.

Although it was only the first time they had met today, Lan Li had already begun to like Alfonso. This director, kind of cute.

"Director, where is your hotel? We'll send you back now. Lan Li said with a smile, and before Alfonso refused, he continued the conversation, "In the early hours of the morning in London, taxis are not easy. Now that you're sitting in the car, why don't you drop by? At the very least, give me a chance to say thank you. ”

Alfonso doesn't seem to have a reason to refuse.