Chapter 422

Hong Kong Island, Repulse Bay Villa.

"Oh, she went to Taiwan for an event? You're back in Hong Kong? Okay, I'll come visit you in a couple of days!" Arthur finished the call with Rosamund Kwan.

He had just learned that Vivian Chow recently went to Taiwan for an event and was preparing for a new album. During her time at Polygram, she released seven or eight albums a year; it was like she wasn't even human.

"Hmm, what about Oishi?" Arthur came out of the study and saw Norika Fujiwara alone on the couch, her sensual silk nightgown failing to hide her curves.

"She just went for a bath."

"You've got an amazing figure!" Arthur kissed Norika Fujiwara, caressing her 34E assets.

"Everything about Norika belongs to you, Oniisan," Norika wrapped herself around him, responding passionately.

Arthur then pressed her down onto the couch, as her nightgown slipped, revealing her ample figure. A while later, Arthur, lifting his head from her embrace, suggested with a smile, "Let's take a bath too."

Norika had no objections, "Yeah, I can't wait!"

...

In the Jardine's Lookout area of Hong Kong, Arthur visited Rosamund Kwan's home.

"Your investment style is pretty simple and direct, isn't it?" Arthur remarked, knowing Rosamund had several properties in Hong Kong, including two high-rise luxury apartments at Jardine's Lookout.

Rosamund laughed, "I don't know much about investment analysis; I just buy properties and wait for them to appreciate, then sell them when the time is right to buy more."

"That's nice," Arthur said as he pulled Rosamund down onto the couch with him. "Has the movie finished filming?"

"Almost. We've a few more days left to shoot in Hong Kong. We wasted some time in the US and Thailand," Rosamund said as she kissed his neck. "So, what brings you here suddenly?"

Arthur sighed slightly, caressing her thigh, "The incident in the Tokyo subway a few days ago; you know I was there too. Who knew what might happen next? So, I came to Hong Kong."

Rosamund nodded, "I see. That event caused a major impact, and there were quite a few casualties. I'll be heading to Beijing later this year for another action movie shoot with Jet Li."

"Jet Li, huh? I saw his action film Fist of Legend last year. it was pretty good," Arthur contemplated as he laid back on the couch. 

"You're considering acquiring his films for Hollywood distribution? Lately, the papers have been buzzing about Jackie Chan's Supercop made a lot of money at the US box office!"

Arthur chuckled. Police Story indeed made $16 million, and Galaxy Entertainment easily earned a few million dollars from it, thanks to the excitement over Rumble in the Bronx piquing American curiosity about Jackie Chan.

"Let's wait and see. More and more Hong Kong filmmakers are heading to Hollywood. With Jet Li's skills, he will definitely do the same!" Arthur said, sharing a kiss with Rosamund.

...

At Jardine's Lookout, the morning sunlight pierced through the curtains and into the room. Arthur was lying on top of Rosamund Kwan, kissing the beauty's chest.

"Arthur, aren't you getting up yet? The Oscars results are definitely out. Aren't you interested?" Rosamund Kwan embraced the man on top of her, exuding an irresistible charm.

"Hmm," Arthur raised his head and kissed her again, "It's certain that Galaxy is the biggest winner. What's there to be curious about?"

"Is that so?" Rosamund rubbed her leg against the man's body. 

Rosamund leaned onto his chest. "If I don't really want to continue shooting movies now, do you have any good suggestions?"

"Not interested in making movies?" Arthur caressed her softly. He knew that Rosamund loved money. "You're doing great with real estate investments, aren't you?"

"But I can't be buying buildings all the time. Is there something I can take on as a career?" Rosamund prompted.

"A career?" Arthur was a bit surprised, stroking her gently. "You're not interested in movies, so what career do you have in mind?"

"I don't know. Other than advertisements and movies, I haven't really tried anything else."

"How about starting an entertainment company in Hong Kong?" Arthur casually suggested.

"Me?" Rosamund smiled bitterly, "Do I even know how to manage that sort of stuff?"

Arthur shook his head, "You are the investor. See if you can find a seasoned agent you're familiar with, and start a personal studio for your work first. Once you find promising talents, you can sign and nurture them!"

Rosamund nodded, "If it's a personal studio, that could work. I also have some commercial endorsements and contracts for ads and movies to handle."

"Yeah, anyway, the Hong Kong film market is declining. Keep an eye on the Chinese market. Entering early is better than late. The small Hong Kong market can't support that many artists," Arthur said, suddenly thinking of something else. "Actually, I have high hopes for the upcoming Korean entertainment market!"

When he thought about the Korean wave of idol culture, Arthur found it terrifying. America's policy of feminizing Asia has been quite successful. Japanese idols have already replaced the macho image, and Korea will follow.

"Korea?" Rosamund smiled, "Joey Wong is super popular in Korea, and she has lots of fans all over Southeast Asia!"

"Oh, she's not interested in the entertainment circle now, living a retired life in Canada," Arthur moved closer to Rosamund, "Do you want to retire too?"

"That would be too boring, having no friends. I could occasionally stay over in California to keep you company," Rosamund was different. Was she going to take university courses like Joey Wong?

Arthur smiled, "How about investing in making a movie yourself, but with a smaller budget?"

"Make a movie?" At the suggestion, Rosamund shook her head like a rattling drum. "I'm not investing in that."

"In Hong Kong, the competition is fierce, and many film companies have backgrounds tied to gangs," Arthur rested his head on his hand, "Start a studio to manage your business, and eventually, you can expand into the China market. You're not short of money now, so you can take your time exploring what you like!"

"Alright then, if there's any investment, I'll consult you," Rosamund smiled.

...

With the Oscars ceremony ended, Galaxy's release of Forrest Gump became the biggest winner of 1994, securing six awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Adapted Screenplay.

Pulp Fiction won the award for Best Original Screenplay, and its overseas box office broke a hundred million, reaching a total of $210 million!

Tom Hanks, who won Best Actor last year for Philadelphia, won the award again this year for Forrest Gump.

Winona Ryder was also finally recognized with a nomination for Best Actress for Little Women, though she did not win, it was still an acknowledgment.

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