"Two billion dollars. ”

"Twenty ...... Ahem, wait, ahem...... Miscellaneous...... Are you sure the unit is 'billion?'" Paul was immediately choked by his own saliva, coughing violently, his whole face flushed, like a ripe shrimp, but his eyes still stared at Lan Li in disbelief, trying to verify further.

Lan Li smiled and nodded in affirmation.

Mei Duo, who was sitting on the side, was already so surprised that she couldn't close her mouth, so she stared at Lan Li blankly, and her stunned expression made Lan Li couldn't help laughing, "Mei Duo, close your mouth, the flies are about to fly in." But Mei Duo still didn't react, and in the end, Lan Li raised her right hand, dragged Mei Duo's chin, and closed it gently.

Paul relieved himself a little, but his brain was still a mess, "You mean, it's just the first start-up capital? I mean, I know it's not easy for a production company, and it takes a lot more money and investment to make a movie, but ...... Is this just the first start-up capital?"

Paul is an actor himself and a former producer, so he naturally knows the specifics of the film production industry very well, but he was still frightened at this time.

Five million dollars can set up an independent film production company, but now Lan Li needs ...... Billion?

Lan Li nodded and replied in the affirmative, "Are you interested in learning about the development blueprint of Sisyphus Pictures now?" Only by understanding Lan Li's conception can you truly understand that two billion dollars is only the first step.

"No......" Paul paused, as if seriously considering Lan Li's proposal, and then repeated again and again, "No, no. Forget it. Even a $5 million proposal would give me a headache, and now it's a $2 billion proposal, and things are obviously more complicated, and reading the proposal just makes me more confused. ”

"But at least you should think about it, it's not a trivial matter. Lan Li returned to the topic just now, and before Paul could defend himself, he went on to explain, "Paul, I know that you don't have much interest in business management, and even the proposal to be a producer in the first place is quite a headache for you, and so am I. However, the Sisyphus Film business is going to require more effort on our part, are you sure you want to be a part of it?"

According to Paul's character, he is bound to hesitate, at least hesitate, but unexpectedly, he directly said, "Remember our last topic: Should I continue to play 'Fast and Thrill'?"

"I've decided that after I'm discharged from the hospital, I'll join up with the crew to finish the finishing touches on the seventh installment, and then I'll officially terminate my contract with Universal Pictures and leave the series. Paul made his decision lightly.

Unexpected, but reasonable.

Mei Duo looked at Paul with a surprised face, and even Lan Li showed a look of surprise - for Paul, the "Fast and Thrilling" series is not just a set of film works, but also a spiritual sustenance, those crew members are his family, and the content of the movie is his passion/affection, but now, he has decided to leave and officially say goodbye to the past, which is not an easy decision.

However, Paul was very carefree, and said with a smile, "I can stay on the set, I'm sure they want me to stay, I can be a legend, I can tie my name to the series forever, but Lan Li, if I stay there, I'll never be able to start over, right?"

Paul looked at Lan Li, and the bright and sunny eyes were so hot that they fell heavily on Lan Li's shoulder, and then Lan Li gently bowed his head in agreement: Break and then stand, do not break and do not stand. This is the simplest truth, but not everyone can do it.

Because human beings are greedy creatures, it is their nature and nature, always thinking about the best of both worlds, always thinking about the blessings of others, always refusing to let go - why can't Paul play "Fast and Passion" and open up a new career? Why does Paul have to give up "Fast and Passion" to be able to open up a new situation?

Here's the problem, why not?

yes, why?

It's not just Paul, look at Vin Diesel, look at Robert Downey Jr., Johnny Depp, Tom Cruise and others, they all forged brilliance because of the success of a role, but also tied hands and feet because of the success of that role. If they don't cut off their strong connection to the character, they will never be able to find a "new" beginning.

Most of the actors in the Marvel franchise are like this.

That's why Lan Li was reluctant to take on a Marvel role from the start – or maybe DC as well. If you choose a superhero or a series of movies, then you will inevitably give up your personality, and if you choose your own personality, you are likely to miss out on those surges of popularity.

Now, Paul is again faced with a choice.

"And I want to start over. Paul said calmly.

Behind such a simple sentence, it is intricate - no one can really understand how much the accident affected the trajectory of Paul's life, not even Lan Li. Only Paul himself knew that all the vicissitudes and intricacies were hidden in this simple sentence.

Meadow was still a little unresponsive, and fell into a brief blank state.

To this day, Meadow still remembers the first time she watched her father perform on the big screen.

Although Paul was not absent from Meadow's childhood, Meadow did not have much of an impression of Paul's work, and both his father and mother were reticent - occasionally mentioning that Paul was an office worker who needed to travel a lot. Hawaii is a place with simple folk customs and simple life, but the Internet is developed but the children cannot be left in the room, Mei Duo still prefers to play outdoors, surfing, climbing, rock climbing and other outdoor activities fill her life, which also makes Mei Duo never have the opportunity to learn about her father's fame.

So much so that later, when Meadow accidentally heard the name of "Paul Walker" from her classmates, she also foolishly joked with everyone, "Hey, that actor is exactly the same as my father's name", and then a group of their friends were still whimsical there, pretending that Meadow was the heroine in the "Princess Diaries", and accidentally found out that her father was really the famous actor Paul Walker, and then triggered a romantic and wonderful trip to Hollywood...... Etcetera.

Laughing and laughing while fantasizing, Meadow and her friends went to the cinema in high spirits to watch "Fast & Thrill 4" - Meadow was only nine years old at the time, and the film was rated PG-13, which also meant that they were not allowed to watch the movie, and as a result, a group of little ones sneaked into the screening room in the dark, and the thrilling story is still vivid in my mind.

But more importantly, when Meadow saw Paul on the big screen, that moment is still vivid today.

The "Fast & Thrill" series is obviously more than just a set of movies for Meadow, but now, Paul has decided to officially leave the series?

Paul seemed to sense Meadow's surprise and bewilderment, and he threw a shallow smile at his daughter, "I want to be able to watch Meadow grow up, watch her stumble and break her head and bleed, watch her get back on her feet and create a world with her own hands." The simple words are moving, but that's not all. "I also hope to be able to become an actor and rediscover the passion I had at the beginning, maybe I won't be a master of acting skills, but I can still interpret a different life on film. ”

For the sake of Meadow and for his own sake, Paul made the decision to turn around and leave.

Mei Duo met her father's gaze, a thin layer of warmth couldn't help but appear in her eyes, she bit her lower lip lightly, and nodded vigorously to express her affirmation.

Paul's smile bloomed, and his gaze returned to Lan Li, "So, I decided to join. No matter how much risk there is to be faced, I have no problem. ”

Lan Li could feel Paul's firm conviction, and he didn't say anything more, just gently bowed his head in agreement.

"Going back, I need to meet with my accountant to see how much I have on hand right now. Over the years, all my expenses have been concentrated in the garage, and maybe, I can transfer some of my collection to my friends......" At this point, Paul noticed the surprise in Lan Li's eyes, and he quickly explained.

"It's not about smashing pots and selling iron, it's just about sharing with each other. You know, for our car lovers, to be able to meet the same people who appreciate good cars, this is also one of the values of the collection, my collection has more than 50 cars, the future is bound to not run out so often to drag racing, Meadow will definitely not agree. ”

Without saying anything, Lan Li and Paul could see that Meadow put on a "dominatrix" look, as if to say: If you dare to drag racing again, you will do it?

Lan Li and Paul both laughed.

"So, I can transfer some of my collection to my friends. The value of a good car should be on the road, not in the garage. In addition to that, I'll sort out some working capital and I'll write you a check at the end. Paul said simply, "I may not have much here compared to your assets, but at least, I can help get closer to the goal of two billion." ”

Lan Li could feel Paul's full support, no need to say too much, thanks were pale, their friendship had far surpassed those polite words, so Lan Li chuckled and quipped, "This is too bad, the responsibility is getting bigger and bigger, originally I just thought, it doesn't matter if I break myself, anyway, I don't care too much." But now the problem is serious, and I should roll up my sleeves and work hard for the sake of Meadow. ”

Not for Paul, but for Meadow...... of the dowry?

"Lan Li!" looked at Lan Li and Paul, who were overjoyed, Mei Duo rolled her eyes and exclaimed.