Chapter 194: Sexy Cover

In the luxurious villa of Evelyn Capet located in the Bel-Air community, Charles Capet drove over.

He found Scarlett Johansson was also there at his mother's place, dressed in a red low-cut evening gown, incredibly seductive.

"Charles, congratulations! Both Evelyn and I know No Country for Old Men won the award," Scarlett Johansson said as soon as she saw Charles, rushing up to hug him.

Charles embraced the lady and kissed her for a while, then let go of her. "Thanks. Where's my mom?"

Scarlett Johansson pointed to the back. "She's on the terrace making a call. We were just about to head to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party at the Sunset Tower Hotel to celebrate!"

"My mom is indeed busy. Her actresses Charlize Theron and Keira Knightley both got nominated for Best Actress," Charles said, smiling as he sat on the couch.

"Too bad, the Best Actress went to Reese Witherspoon for Walk the Line, a Capet Pictures production," Scarlett Johansson said. Last year, she was involved in two commercial films that didn't get many nominations.

"Tonight, you should have several places to celebrate, right?" Scarlett Johansson said, sitting beside Charles.

Charles nodded and smiled, "Capet Pictures had a big haul tonight. I'll first drop by the Vanity Fair party and then check out the celebrations for No Country for Old Men."

After all, the Vanity Fair party is quite exclusive, not just anyone can get in.

Suddenly, Charles noticed a copy of Vanity Fair magazine with a cover shot featuring Tom Ford, Scarlett Johansson, and Keira Knightley.

He picked it up and looked at it for a moment. Scarlett Johansson and Keira Knightley were naked on the cover, while Tom Ford was fully dressed in a suit.

"When did you shoot this?" Charles asked Scarlett Johansson, intrigued by the nude, very sexy photos.

"Just a few days ago. It's for the March issue. Originally, it was supposed to feature three actresses, but Rachel McAdams heard it involved nudity and refused to do the shoot, even arguing with her agent," Scarlett Johansson replied casually. After all, many actresses have done nude covers for Vanity Fair.

Rachel McAdams shot to fame quickly with the 2004 romantic drama The Notebook, and she also played a major role in Mean Girls the same year.

Known for her romantic comedies, the Canadian sweetheart!

Charles honestly didn't know much about it, just that Vanity Fair puts out a Hollywood special issue every February, gathering nominated stars for a group cover photo.

"Tom Ford is one lucky guy," Charles commented wryly, even though Ford is gay.

Scarlett Johansson laughed and playfully hit Charles' leg. "Does my body still have any secrets for you?"

Charles reached out and pinched her ample, fair chest. "After the party, I'll come to see you!"

"I'll be waiting for you at home!" Scarlett Johansson said, picking up Charles' little golden statuette and playing with it.

"Oh, darling, you're here!" Evelyn came over after finishing her call, kissing her son on the cheek.

"I'm so proud of you!" Evelyn Capet exclaimed, tightly hugging her son.

"This is the Best Picture Oscar," Scarlett Johansson handed the statuette she was playing with to Evelyn.

"It took Capet Pictures four years to get this award, kind of a shame," Charles honestly didn't feel much about the Oscars.

"It's not a shame. Many people never get this award in their lifetime. Hollywood releases 400 to 500 films in theaters each year, but only about 150 to 200 get a wide release. And this award, there's only one Best Picture each year!"

It was also Evelyn Capet's first time holding a Best Picture Oscar. The more she looked at it, the more she liked it.

"Mom, are we heading to the Sunset Tower Hotel?" Charles asked.

Evelyn nodded. "Yes, quite a few of my people are there now!"

The Vanity Fair Oscar Party is often held at the Sunset Tower Hotel.

Soon, the three of them drove to the Sunset Tower Hotel's banquet hall in West Hollywood. As an annual Oscar celebration, the party never disappoints.

"Charles, congratulations!"

"Awesome, Charles!"

After Capet Pictures won Best Picture, Charles experienced what it felt like to be in the spotlight.

Tom Hanks and his wife, Will Smith and his wife, and Brad Pitt with Angelina Jolie all congratulated Charles.

Looking at Angelina Jolie's big belly, it was clear she got pregnant before Pitt's divorce was finalized.

Reese Witherspoon, the newly crowned Best Actress, was the most talked-about star. For newly crowned Best Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, her news and popularity overshadowed his.

"Congratulations, Reese," Charles said, hugging Reese Witherspoon at the Walk the Line gathering.

"Thank you, Charles, and congratulations to you. You're the biggest winner tonight!"

"It's all the result of everyone's hard work. My contribution was very small," Charles smiled modestly, not seeing Reese Witherspoon's husband. Since Legally Blonde catapulted her to fame, her actor husband seemed unbalanced.

He even publicly joked at the awards ceremony that his wife made more money than him. Now that Reese Witherspoon had won the Best Actress Oscar, a divorce seemed imminent.

The teams from Walk the Line, Little Miss Sunshine, and No Country for Old Men all attended the Vanity Fair party. As the boss, Charles was diligent in giving praise and greetings to everyone.

Later, he took photos with Charlize Theron and Keira Knightley, as they were all Evelyn's actresses.

"What's the matter? Are you feeling tired?" Charlize Theron joked, having just posed with Charles and Keira Knightley.

"I'd be lying if I said I wasn't. My mouth is dry from saying thank you all night," Charles wiped his brow, exhausted from all the congratulating.

"That's the Best Picture Oscar for you. And you're so young, of course, people will congratulate you," Keira Knightley laughed, joining in the fun.

"You aren't doing bad yourself! A Best Actress nomination at just 20," This period was certainly a highlight for the British actress.

With Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man's Chest and Pirates of the Caribbean 3: At World's End releasing back-to-back this year and next, countless fans were eagerly awaiting these sequels.

As the leading lady, Keira Knightley's popularity continued to soar.

"Why don't we go over there and take a break?" Charlize Theron suggested, pointing to a nearby lounge area with sofas and drinks.

"Sounds perfect!" Charles readily agreed.

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