Chapter 662: Water Gun Fight!

In an opulent enclave nestled in the heart of Malibu, four sleek commercial vehicles glided to a stop outside a sprawling villa.

As the car doors swung open, a bevy of actresses stepped out, making their way to the imposing main door guarded by Bruce.

Having prearranged their arrival, Son Yejin led the way, swiftly stowing her belongings in a bag offered by Bruce, sealing it securely before passing it on to Jun Ji-hyun and Song Hye-kyo.

Following suit, the others completed the ritual.

Crossing the threshold, the girls were greeted by Martin, clad in snug swimming trunks and armed with a lengthy water gun.

"Ladies, it's time to change into your swimsuits," Martin announced, removing his shades. "Today's party theme: a sport made famous by Leonardo."

Song Hye Kyo eyed the water gun curiously. "Water gun fight?"

"Bingo!" Martin snapped his fingers. "Five of you will join my team, eight with Leonardo, and the rest with Jack Nicholson."

Han Jiaren eagerly volunteered, "I want to be on Martin's team!"

Martin's tone turned serious. "Listen up. My team will be besieged by Leonardo's and Nicholson's teams. The first team to lose will perform live."

Jun Ji-hyun inquired, "What's the performance?"

"A hundred-meter dash!" Martin declared.

His explanation left the others puzzled.

Martin clarified, "Sprint into the valley with a gun," tapping the water gun for emphasis. "Think it over while changing."

Before departing, Son Ye-jin questioned, "Why endure being besieged by the other two teams?"

"Because I'm fast, strong, have endurance, and shoot accurately," Martin replied, his meaning clear to the seasoned actresses.

Emerging from the locker room, Jun Ji-hyun, Son Ye-jin, Song Hye-kyo, Han Jia, and Lin Yoona aligned with Martin's team, while the others divided into Leonardo's and Nicholson's teams.

The villa's grand banquet hall became the battlefield, three teams of men and women in swimsuits poised for action.

Leonardo outlined the rules, designating the entire first floor as the battleground. Participants were divided into red, yellow, and blue teams based on water cannon bullet colors. Being hit colored the target, who could remove the color by discarding a piece of clothing, but each hit eliminated a man from the game.

The water gun Martin wielded was formidable, yet his team faced overwhelming odds.

Soon, Son Ye-jin and Song Hye-kyo fell victim to successive hits, reverting to their original state.

Celestial warriors fell, one after another, casualties of the fierce skirmish.

Martin emerged as a tactical mastermind, employing guerrilla tactics to strip the opposing teams of their defenses, systematically eliminating Leonardo's team members before facing off against Nicholson's group. In a valiant effort, he fought until the end, ultimately succumbing to the onslaught.

Martin's voice echoed across the villa grounds, commanding attention. "Leo, lead your team for the talent show!" With a flourish, he beckoned, "Ladies, gather 'round and enjoy the spectacle."

Leonardo, conceding defeat, found himself joined by the Korean actresses from his team, drawn in by the excitement.

But Nicholson, ever the provocateur, couldn't resist needling Leonardo. "Come on, 100-meter sprint! Leo, beat your 20-second record!"

Martin interjected, setting the record straight. "Leo's latest sprint time is 22 seconds!"

Nicholson whipped out a stopwatch theatrically. "For Leo's sake, I'll time it precisely!"

In response, Leonardo flipped him a gesture, earning a round of laughs.

Martin seized the opportunity to rile him further. "Let's cheer for Leo Smith!" he rallied, clapping his hands.

Quan Zhixian led the chant, "Leo Smith!"

The group joined in, chanting their encouragement.

Despite his initial reluctance, Leonardo soon found himself swept up in the performance, giving it his all.

Nicholson, ever the antagonist, scrutinized Leonardo's performance, stopping the stopwatch abruptly. "Leo, you've improved. Martin's claim was off. Your sprint was actually 24 seconds!"

Martin admitted his error with a grin. "My mistake, my mistake. I underestimated our star athlete, Leonardo!"

Laughter erupted among the group.

Martin's earlier remark about the 22-second sprint now made sense to everyone.

With the talent show concluded, Martin suggested a change of scenery. "Let's head to the reception room on the east side," Son Yejin proposed, linking arms with Martin as Jun Ji-hyun and Song Hye-kyo followed suit.

As they departed, Han Jiahe and Lin Yuner trailed behind.

The water gun battle may have ended, but the festivities continued into the night.

For Martin, the experience provided a glimpse into the opulent world of South Korean chaebols.

Navigating the social dynamics, Martin noted the clear distinctions between his team and Nicholson's.

The following morning brought more hilarity as Nicholson struggled to differentiate between individuals.

Thankfully, Leonardo had arranged for a lottery draw and a slew of generous gifts, from Hollywood connections to film roles.

As they left the villa, Martin escorted Son Ye-jin and Jun Ji-hyun to WMA's headquarters, eager to explore new opportunities.

Martin also learned from Thomas that WMA had plans to expand its business into Asia.

Since these individuals expressed interest in joining WMA, Martin found it effortless to recommend them. However, the intricacies of recruiting and business development were beyond his purview.

At Thomas's request, Martin provided contact information for five individuals, which Thomas promptly forwarded to the head of WMA's Asian division with strong endorsements.

Later, Martin personally chauffeured the five individuals back to their hotel, naturally exchanging contact information along the way.

Although "John Wick 2" didn't premiere in South Korea, Martin speculated that his next film might.

With the completion of filming for Samsung's commercials, the Korean actresses prepared to return to Seoul.

In addition to Leonardo's rewards, Martin and Nicholson generously gifted them souvenirs.

By afternoon, the trio convened at Nicholson's residence.

Nicholson reclined on the sofa, appearing dazed, prompting Martin's admonishment. "I've told you before, one companion is sufficient. Yet you insist on bringing a whole entourage."

Leonardo inquired cautiously, "Old friend, you're not getting into trouble, are you?"

Nicholson retorted, his gaze sharpening. "It's you who's heading for trouble! I'm merely reminiscing. While they may possess some tech savvy, they're undoubtedly more appealing than Leo's previous companions."

Martin interjected, proposing a solution. "I footed the bill for Leo's previous companions; let him attend the party solo this time."

Nicholson applauded the suggestion enthusiastically. "Brilliant!"

Leonardo challenged, "Do you think I can't distinguish genuine beauty from the superficial standards of the media?"

Martin reassured him, giving Leonardo a hearty pat on the back. "My friend, head to Thailand; you'll find an abundance of beauties there."

Leonardo, however, saw through Martin's ploy. "You're trying to trick me again! Remember Bill from 'Kill Bill,' aka David Carradine? He met his end in Thailand."

Nicholson interjected with a cryptic remark. "There were rumors of foul play. A rope was involved, strangling him and his brother."

Martin recalled the news coverage of Carradine's mysterious demise. In the midst of filming in Bangkok, the actor's tragic end had captivated headlines.

Leonardo continued, "In terms of compensation, everything's arranged. Some will feature in 'The Wolf of Wall Street,' while others have secured roles in two other projects."

Martin reiterated his plan to Leonardo. "When either of our new movies premieres in South Korea, let's throw a party there."

Nicholson, ever enthusiastic, chimed in. "Count me in!"

Thus, the trio forged a new understanding: Leonardo would host parties for European models or actresses, Martin would handle affairs in Asia, and Nicholson, with age, would assume a supportive role.

In late May, Samsung launched its new ads globally to favorable responses.

Media outlets in South Korea even speculated about Martin Davis's Korean heritage, prompting swift action from Samsung to dispel any misinformation.

As May drew to a close, preparations for "The Martian" were complete, and filming commenced at Disney Studios.

Prior to joining the cast, Martin attended a celebratory event for "John Wick 2" hosted by Disney Pictures.

After four weeks in theaters, the film grossed over $200 million in North America alone, with an additional $233 million from international markets, solidifying its status as a global hit.