Chapter 46: Two Jennifers

In the dimly lit bar's dance floor, many men and women swayed to the rhythm, and the singer on stage sang their heart out.

"Arthur, are you really planning to produce your own movie?" Jennifer Connelly chatted with Arthur on the sofa.

"That's the plan," Arthur smiled. "I'm still seeking investment; it will take time."

"I heard you've written several scripts, and people have high regard for you. What do you think I should plan now?" Jennifer Connelly actually felt quite troubled. Moving in the direction of a sex symbol was not her original intention, but it was unavoidable.

Hollywood's competition was fierce, and Jennifer Connelly didn't have much of an edge!

Arthur looked at the voluptuous and beautiful Jennifer Connelly beside him and felt she resembled the future bombshell Scarlett Johansson a bit.

However, Jennifer Connelly's current scripts seemed to lack control over her roles. Her works were only showcasing her body without other substances.

"It depends on what you want. Is your agent suggesting you take on more scripts and increase your exposure for more recognition, even if it means showcasing your body in films, right?"

Jennifer Connelly nodded, "Not many people know me now, and the scripts I've received since I became an adult are all like this."

Arthur suddenly asked, "What do you think about The Hot Spot?"

"I don't know," Jennifer Connelly shook her head, looking at Arthur. "What do you think?"

"A film is successful either if it has box office success or critical acclaim," Arthur said with a helpless shrug. "In my opinion, The Hot Spot has a worthless script."

"With a budget of $13 million, I estimate it won't even make a fraction of its investment when it releases this year!"

Arthur indeed had no doubt why Orion Pictures faced serious financial deficits. Films like The Hot Spot led to millions in losses per project - it was tough.

"Ah, is it that bad?" Jennifer Connelly was surprised. It was like the film would bomb badly.

"Don't believe me?" Arthur smiled. "You'll see when it releases later this year."

Arthur, of course, knew some of Jennifer Connelly's thoughts. She had gained fame from her brief but sensational appearance in Once Upon a Time in America and entered the entertainment industry.

Afterward, she starred in a few failed movies. During college, she realized she still loved life under the spotlight.

But as an adult, apart from her looks and body, Jennifer Connelly had no other significant advantages. Selling sex appeal was a choice many actresses made unless she was willing to take minor roles in other works.

The once pure and innocent girl had started transitioning to a wild goddess.

Jennifer Connelly didn't quite believe it. This was her first work after dropping out of school, and she already had to strip. Could it be that bad?

Jennifer Connelly looked at her watch and reminded, "Arthur, we should leave. It's very late!"

"Alright," Arthur nodded. "Let's go."

After driving Jennifer Connelly near her house, Arthur reluctantly said, "Don't you want to come to my place for a while?"

Jennifer Connelly smiled and kissed Arthur on the cheek. "My mother recently came to Los Angeles from New York. I'll call you when I have time!"

With that, Jennifer Connelly unbuckled her seatbelt to get out of the car. Arthur pulled her close and kissed her lips.

"Mm..." Jennifer Connelly responded by wrapping her arms around Arthur's neck.

Kissing her, Arthur's hand roved over Jennifer Connelly's 34D chest, pondering why her future self's figure would shrink significantly.

Even if she lost weight, the change was too drastic!

"Arthur," after the kiss, Jennifer Connelly leaned in Arthur's arms, holding his hand, her face flushed. "I really need to go home. I'll call you when I have time."

"Alright," Arthur nodded, kissing Jennifer Connelly on the forehead. "Remember, when choosing scripts, review them carefully. Flaunting your sex appeal and acting as eye-candy is fine, but don't sacrifice too much. Many scripts with no highlights won't yield good results just based on a good figure. If you're typecast, you'll need to seek a transition later!"

"Arthur, I..."

"Shh," Arthur kissed her again. "Just give me some time, maybe a year or two, and I won't be a nobody by then. You're mine. By then, I'll personally get you a script!"

"You're something else," Jennifer Connelly, a year younger than Arthur, laughed. "I'm not 'yours.' How many women do you want to claim as yours? I'll seriously consider what you said, but I don't have many script offers now. My choices are limited. Is there any suitable role for me in Sleeping with the Enemy?"

Arthur shook his head. "It's a major female lead film with Meg Ryan, and there aren't any other significant roles for women. But I have a low-budget horror comedy script that I want to develop myself. I'll show you the script later; if you're interested, you're in!"

It wasn't The Silence of the Lambs, but Scream. Arthur planned to fund it himself.

"Ok, I understand," Jennifer Connelly kissed Arthur on the face again. "You'd better work hard. Once you're successful, you can secure women whenever you want!"

Arthur pursed his lips. "Am I that kind of person?"

After that, Jennifer Connelly laughed, "I'll go now. You should rest early too."

"Good night!" Arthur wished Jennifer Connelly as she got out of the car.

Back in Northridge, Arthur returned a call to Jennifer Aniston in New York, asking what was up.

"It's about Sleeping with the Enemy, I received the official notification!"

Arthur smiled, "Just two or three scenes, it won't really help you much."

"But I get to have scenes with Meg Ryan, and I have a few minutes of screen time," the voice on the phone was cheerful. "It's much better than an extra with no lines. Your movie is going to be a hit!"

"It hasn't even started filming yet," Arthur replied, modest for once. Though confident, he didn't want to jinx it.

After chatting a bit more, Arthur hung up and went to shower and rest. It seemed he knew two Jennifers now...

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