### Chapter 192: Emma Stone (For the Readers)

In Los Angeles, on Hollywood Boulevard, the sun was shining brightly, and the palm leaves swayed with the breeze.

Kristen Stewart parked her blue sports car by the roadside, licked a lollipop, and walked into a Mars candy store on the street.

Mars is the world's largest candy company, with over 60 brands, including Dove, Wrigley's, Snickers, Skittles, Extra, Big League Chew, and Tootsie Pops, almost every famous candy brand.

In addition to supplying candies worldwide, Mars also has candy stores in major U.S. cities. They release some new candy flavors every year, inviting customers to taste them. These candies are custom-made, relatively expensive, and considered luxury items.

"Good morning, Mr. Lewis. I'd like a box of blueberry-flavored lollipops."

Kristen removed her sunglasses and said.

Behind the counter, a chubby store manager saw her, put down the candy jar, and smiled, "Ms. Stewart, blueberry flavor has been very popular lately. The blueberry candies we received yesterday are all sold out. Other flavors are also good. Would you like to try some?"

Kristen leaned over the bright display case.

Inside were an array of candies, chocolate bars, fruit chews, crisp sugar beans, nut gummies, etc. Suddenly, she spotted a box labeled blueberry-flavored lollipops, with a few blue-purple blueberries printed on the box, looking mouth-watering.

"Mr. Lewis, you might need to get your eyes checked."

Kristen tapped the glass.

The fat store owner, rubbing his belly, laughed heartily, "This box was pre-ordered by a customer. He called and said he'd come by this afternoon. Would you like to check out the other options?"

"No, I just want blueberry flavor. Mr. Lewis, remember to save me one box next time, no, two boxes."

Kristen put on her sunglasses, was about to leave when she saw a familiar figure entering.

Tall, handsome, dressed in a brown shirt and gray and white plaid pants, wearing a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses, looking very fashionable, like a celebrity out for a street shoot.

And indeed, he was a celebrity, a big star whose news had been all over the papers recently.

"Hey, Kris, are you here to buy candy too?"

Link was surprised to see Kristen here, removing his sunglasses and greeting her.

Kristen was a friend of Taylor's friends, and had been to a party at Taylor's house once, so they were somewhat familiar.

"What brings you here? Buying chocolates for Taylor?"

Kristen asked, holding her lollipop.

"Taylor likes soft sweets, not candies. I like candy, so I'm here to restock."

Link pulled a lollipop out of his pocket, put it in his mouth, and went to the counter to pick up the pre-ordered box of blueberry lollipops from Mr. Lewis.

Kristen stared at the box of lollipops for a few seconds, then looked at Link, licking her lips and asking, "You, a grown man, like lollipops? Aren't you afraid of being called childish?"

"Not at all. It's just a little hobby."

Link smiled.

Kristen scratched her ear. How could a world boxing champion, a tough guy, like lollipops?

"Don't you buy any candy?"

Link noticed Kristen following him as he walked out.

Kristen shook her head, her eyes fixed on the box of blueberry lollipops in his hand, her face cold and indifferent as she said, "I only like blueberry flavor. What about you?"

Link looked at her empty hands, smiled lightly, opened the box, grabbed a handful, and handed the box to her.

"No need, I don't need it. I'll buy it next time."

Kristen turned her head, waved her hand, but was firmly handed the box by Link. She had no choice but to accept it reluctantly, feeling that Link was a bit overbearing.

Kristen unwrapped a blueberry-flavored lollipop and put it in her mouth, immediately feeling the tangy and sweet blueberry flavor. It was made with real blueberry puree, a hundred times more authentic than artificial flavors, and tasted great.

"Link, you haven't answered my question. What flavor of lollipops do you like?"

"I don't have a preference. Blueberry, citrus, mango, strawberry, all are fine."

"Really? I heard that men who only like one flavor of lollipops are more dedicated in love. Men who aren't picky about flavors are playboys. You seem to be one of them."

Kristen said, looking at him.

Link laughed, "I've also heard that men who only like one flavor are often very dull and monotonous in life. They are generally not liked by anyone. Would you date such a man?"

Kristen thought about it seriously and concluded that she probably wouldn't. However, she wasn't going to admit it in front of Link, so she decided to change the topic.

"Link, why are you here? Did you come specifically to buy candy?"

"No, I'm filming an album MV at the Universal Film City next door."

Link and Kristen drove to a filming location at Universal Film City.

The crew was filming the MV for "Believer," which, when aired on TV music channels, could increase the song's exposure and deepen its meaning, making it more beloved by fans.

"Wow, that girl is so pretty."

Kristen's eyes lit up when she saw the female lead of the MV.

The female lead was Emma Stone, a new actress signed by Palm Bay Agency, also known as Stone.

At 21 this year, she debuted in 2005, and in the past two years had only had minor roles. This year, she appeared in low-budget comedies "Ghosts of Ex-Girlfriends" and "Paper Man."

Catherine noticed her good performance in movies and potential, and consulted with Link about it.

Seeing that it was Stone, Link didn't want to miss it.

Emma Stone had starred in "Birdman," "La La Land," and "The Amazing Spider-Man," and was a two-time Oscar winner. Signing her before she became famous was undoubtedly a very worthwhile move.

After signing the contract, Emma Stone naturally became the female lead in several of Link's MVs.

"Kris, today's shoot is quite intense. I don't have time to chat. If you're bored, you can leave early without saying goodbye."

Link said.

Kristen nodded, licked her lollipop, and lay on a sofa next to Director Herryk, taking out her game console to play games.

Link didn't mind her and continued filming with the crew.

Originally, the "Believer" MV was about two boxers competing, with one beating the other into submission, turning him into a believer through pain and punches. However, the marketing department of Link Music suggested avoiding boxing scenes in the second album to prevent the audience from associating his songs solely with boxing.

They thought it would seem monotonous and not diverse enough.

Link agreed with their suggestion and accepted a new script.

In the new script, Link plays a rock climber, who, while conquering cliffs, is battered and bruised. He loses his soulmate, played by Emma Stone, during a climbing accident, causing the male lead to become a suffering believer.

The MV director, Stephen Herwick, was chosen for his good track record, especially in capturing beautiful imagery of people and landscapes.

The MV had a budget between $500,000 and $1,000,000, not less than a small film.

"Cut!"

"Emma, you did a great job. Link, try to be more natural in your performance, show more emotion in your eyes. For the next set of shots, we need close-ups of your face."

Director Stephen called out.

Link gave an OK gesture, sat back down, and continued filming daily interactions between the male and female leads.

When acting opposite Emma Stone, he truly experienced what acting talent meant.

Emma Stone could instantly deliver what the director wanted as soon as he said "action," without needing rehearsal. Her immersion was incredibly quick.

Link couldn't quite match up and was often overshadowed by her.

Fortunately, she didn't know he was a major shareholder of Palm Bay Agency, or it would have been too embarrassing to be overshadowed by his own employee.

After the afternoon shoot, when Link came out, Kristen was still lying on the sofa playing games, her posture unchanged, still holding the lollipop, with a pile of candy wrappers on the floor.

"Don't you have to work today?"

Link sat down, offering her a bottle of water. Kristen shook her head, taking out her lollipop and said, "I finished filming 'Twilight Saga 2.' I'm on vacation for now."

"Lucky you. I haven't had a break in six months."

Link said as he drank water.

"I don't sympathize with you."

Kristen shook her legs and said.

"Uh, I was just stating a fact, not asking for sympathy."

Link looked at her. With her short hair, denim jeans, and loose T-shirt, though her looks were delicate, her figure good, with a curvy backside, she came across as quite tomboyish.

"Link, goodbye!"

Emma Stone came over to say goodbye, carrying a small bag.

Link waved and said goodbye.

"Hey, Emma, wait!"

Kristen threw down her game console, got up, and ran after Emma. After a while, she returned with a tissue with a phone number written on it, her face showing a happy smile.

Link looked at her curiously. He had heard she had a boyfriend, so why was she interested in a girl? 

He didn't mind same-sex attraction, but it was odd

 to see a pretty girl trying to hit on another girl right in front of him, as if he and all the other men in the world were completely unappealing to her.

Such a girl felt like a mockery to all men.

"Did you wait for so long just to get Emma's contact information?"

"No, I had a question for you."

Kristen sat across from him, looking into his blue-gray eyes, blinking.

"Go ahead!"

Link unwrapped a lollipop.

Kristen scratched behind her ear, noticing no one else was around. She leaned in, the blueberry scent around her as she asked, "What's your favorite position in bed?"

"What?"

Link looked at the young girl in front of him, confused about why she would ask such a question.

Kristen blushed slightly under his gaze, turned her head, and said expressionlessly, "It's not that I want to ask, it's that Blake, Emma, and Katie want to know what position you like. I'm just asking on their behalf. I think since we're friends, talking about this isn't a big deal. Don't be too stingy."

Link's mouth twitched, "You like a certain position?"

Kristen blinked, thinking for a moment, "I like the front."

"Okay, I get it. It's getting dark. Are you staying here for the night?"

Link stood up, picking up his clothes.

"Wait, you haven't said what position you like."

Kristen tugged at his arm.

"We're the same."

"You also like the front?"

Kristen scratched her chin, puzzled, "But Katie said you liked the back. That's why Taylor's butt is getting curvier."

Link put a hand to his forehead.

These women really like to discuss these things all the time?

It's too intense.

He wasn't good at such topics.

"Link, slow down, I have a few more questions for you."

Kristen called out.

Link walked even faster.

**(End of Chapter)**