Lance listened attentively, and at the end of the words, the surprise in his expression slowly seeped out, and gradually evolved into a whirlpool, the dilemma between his eyebrows fell into a whirlpool of contemplation, and the smile on the corner of his mouth also had a touch of apology and hesitation. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 ｉｎｆｏ

Even without saying a word, all the emotions are already written on the face.

Jerry finished his sentence in one go, not noticing the subtle change in Lance's mood. But after the words were finished, the face in his sight was not flattered as expected, but instead hesitated and hesitated, as if he was considering his own words, which made Jerry a little puzzled and didn't understand what was going on.

Then Jerry heard Lance's sincere voice, "I'm sorry. The smile on his lips slowly stiffened, after so many years of rolling in Hollywood, he knew better than anyone what this phrase meant when used on this occasion, "I can't take this directorial job, I think Gore Verbinski has done a great job, which I can't surpass." He would be a better fit for the job than I am. ”

Jerry's facial expression froze completely, and for a moment he couldn't react, and for a millisecond, his brain crashed......

Obviously, Lance is just a fledgling new director, and the opportunity to direct a 500 million project is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and Lance has been trying his best for the past two months, and Lance was also excited when he heard the news just now, and Lance should be grateful to Dade...... But, why do you say "sorry"? What's wrong?

Eric sat next to him, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, obviously he didn't expect Lance to refuse! Considering the efforts of Lance over the past few months, as well as the internal disputes within Disney, it seems that all signs indicate that Lance is eager to take the helm of Pirates of the Caribbean, but has little hope. Now, the director's position has finally been handed over to Lance, but he actually refused! Eric only felt that his head had short-circuited in an instant, and he couldn't react at all.

Subconsciously, Eric turned his head to look at Jerry for help, wanting to ask Jerry's opinion. Then Eric saw Jerry's disbelief and shock, and even a hint of humiliation. Inexplicably, Eric felt a sense of joy and a sense of pleasure, but he quickly suppressed it, quickly withdrew his gaze, and curiously cast an inquiring gaze towards Lance.

Lance noticed Eric's eyes, he turned his head and smiled in return, apologetic with a hint of friendliness, and then he shrugged his shoulders slightly, "Of course, I've already finished working on the previous version of the script, although I haven't revised it. But if you want to use this version, it's my pleasure. ”

Shame, it's a great shame!

Hearing Lance's coquettish words, it was like a loud slap in the face, it was like being spit on by a blonde, which completely angered Jerry, the sense of humiliation was unprecedented, Jerry just wanted to go straight away, teach Lance a good lesson, and let him know what is called proportion!

But, but he knew he couldn't. Jerry is not a fledgling stunned young man, he has been in the industry for more than 30 years, and he knows better than anyone that losing emotional control at this time is losing and losing, and he really falls behind. What's more, the "Pirates of the Caribbean" project is no longer so simple, Michael and Robert are both staring at this project now, and he is stepping on two boats, one is not careful, and he may fall into a ditch.

So, not only could he not leave, but he also had to stay and finish the matter, and even convince Lance to take over the project.

Suddenly, Jerry felt that Eric sitting next to him was in the way, why did he follow? Is it a deliberate desire to see your own jokes? If so, then was Eric sent by Robert, or Michael? If not, then can he shut up when he goes back?

Countless thoughts rushed to the top, but Jerry didn't have time to think, because the priority was Lance in front of him. What was thought to be an absolute opportunity to assert his strong position was now found in a dilemma.

If he continues to persuade Lance, it will be tantamount to lowering his posture and waiting for Lance to keep slapping him in the face; What's more, Lance has already said the reason - he thinks Gore is more suitable, and it was Jerry's decision to choose Gore in the first place, and if Jerry refutes it, it is equivalent to slapping himself in the face.

But if he gives up, how will Disney explain itself? What would Michael and Robert think if they both suspected him of being a hindrance...... Jerry shuddered.

"I never knew you were such a humble person." In the blink of an eye, Jerry's mind was already full of vicissitudes, and he forced himself to show a smile, pushing his stiff muscles away, and letting his expression unfold again, "Hehe, how outstanding your ability is, I think you have proven yourself." ”

Although the words of compliment were completely at his fingertips, looking at the low-key and modest Lance in front of him, Jerry felt like a sore on his tongue, and he couldn't say words of praise at all.

Lance, as if he hadn't noticed Jerry's anomaly, chuckled and shook his head, "I don't think so. 'Pirates of the Caribbean' is a work with a unique style, and I don't think I'm up to it. What's more, Gore performed very well in the first work, the crew worked very well, and in a harmonious atmosphere, they were bound to be able to create better works, and no one else could do better than him. Lance shrugged, the light in his eyes flickering. We don't like 'Pirates of the Caribbean' to be another 'water world of the future', do we? ”

Grass!

Jerry only felt as if he had broken the armrest of the couch, and only a week ago, he had meaningfully mentioned "Future Water World" in front of Lance, just to scare Lance, but now he was shooting himself in the foot. If Lance doesn't know anything, Jerry cuts himself on the spot! That means ...... Lance did it on purpose, Lance deliberately humiliated himself!

Knowing this, Jerry felt like he was about to explode, the other party had already slapped him, but he was still going to send it to the other cheek with a smile. It was even worse than killing him.

"Haha." Jerry laughed dryly, his throat was uncomfortably dry, and his voice was like sandpaper, "You're right, no one wants that." Hollywood is a very small circle, going around and around, and in the end we find that the people we work with are always the same group, so we always want the atmosphere of the crew to be more harmonious. After all, even if it's not this work, the next work will continue to collaborate, won't it? ”

Jerry's words were almost squeezed between his teeth, half threatening and half persuading, hoping to make Lance understand the truth: if you offend him, no one will please him in the end. If the fish dies and the net is broken, it is Lance who suffers, which is 100% certain.

But Lance didn't seem to be eating oil, just smiled and nodded again and again, as if to respond to his words, but he didn't say anything. Jerry gritted his teeth, and finally managed to calm down his emotions again, maintaining the arc of his smile that was almost collapsing, "Trust me, we chose you because you are suitable." Your talent has amazed all of us, and with 6,000 people in the Academy, you have already won the hearts of most of them, and this is the best proof of this. "Jerry is complimenting Lance, with an Oscar nomination.

"What's more, your script is so good that it can be described as stunning. God, bold and delicate, brilliant and accurate, this is a good script that is rare in ten years for a commercial film. Therefore, no one is more suitable than you, you will direct this movie, for the framework of the script, the control of the rhythm, and the creation of high/climactic scenes, I believe you will give a perfect answer. We can't wait! ”

Jerry found that he was almost out of words, racking his brains to praise Lance, and almost said "It's all you", and then the sentence came...... "We all firmly believe that you are the director of this work!" ”

Eric was on pins and needles, and he suddenly realized that Jerry had been completely humiliated today, and he was the only bystander. Jerry can vent at Lance, and that's fine; If he can't, he'll be a scapegoat, that's true...... There is no calamity. However, when I think about it, Eric thinks it's worth it, because Jerry hasn't been treated like this for seven or eight years, and if Jerry hadn't been involved in the Disney power struggle, he would have had to be cautious, and he wouldn't have to face the situation he has today, but this is life, and if you want to win more, you have to pay more, which is fair - or arguably, self-inflicted.

Thinking of this, the corners of Eric's mouth quietly raised.

"Wow, Jerry, you made me blush." Lance sat down and listened to all Jerry's compliments, and then sighed dryly, but his words were not sincere at all, but like mockery, "I really appreciate your compliments. However, I can't get on schedule at the moment, and another job is stumbling on my feet. Lance's gaze glanced at the comics in the room, meaningfully, "So, while I really want to join the Pirates of the Caribbean crew, unfortunately we can only look forward to the next time." However, I must thank you again for your kind invitation, which is an honour for me. ”

Jerry almost spurted out a mouthful of old blood. Therefore, Lance did it on purpose, he could have refused early on the grounds of schedule conflict, but he never said it, hung his appetite, watched him say those fleshy words hard, and humiliated him in such a way.

Jerry's hands clenched into fists, trembling slightly from too much force. However, Lance did not give him a chance to vent, still maintaining a bright smile, and said sincerely and modestly, "But, as I said, if there is a place in the script that can be used by me, I am more than willing to contribute." ”

That smile made Jerry just want to tear it apart! (To be continued.) )