Chapter 23 Los Angeles and New York

 Just like Harvey Weinstein said, Ryan's life has undergone earth-shaking changes in a short period of time. Although the taste of becoming famous makes people complacent, it also brings countless troubles. Fire and theft prevention Preventing paparazzi has become a compulsory subject for him.

  Three weeks after the release of "The Sixth Sense", Alien Publishing took advantage of this hot wave and launched the second part of the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets."

  Kingsley gave the original manuscript of this novel to the publisher a long time ago. The reason why she has been pressing it until now is to let the first part ferment for a longer time. There is no doubt that the publisher chose the best time. One week After that, the novel successfully appeared on the bestseller list.

  "Ryan, the publisher has called me several times, asking when the third volume will be completed?" sent Kingsley to the apartment specifically, obviously being rushed by the publisher.

  After "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" was released, the sales of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" were also increasing. Anyone with a discerning eye can see that this is just the beginning of a whole series, and the little one waving a magic wand The wizard also gradually exerted his power, causing considerable repercussions in Britain and the United States, especially the United Kingdom. After all, the scene in the novel is in the Kingdom of Great Britain.

  Although many people said sourly that it was just the whims of a weird boy and a simple children's book, it could not stop its rising sales and ever-increasing influence.

  Of course, Ryan is not in a hurry to release the third part. He plans to wait for a while to finish the manuscript. After all, his age is a big problem.

  Ryan is a little troubled now, not because of the paparazzi guarding the apartment, but because of some minor problems between him and Natalie who are far away in New York.

  Since the Los Angeles Times published that report, Natalie hasn't replied to a letter for more than half a month. Even when he called, it was her parents who answered the phone. She always put on various pretense. For this reason, Mr. Avner and Mrs. Shirley both asked them on the phone if they had quarreled.

  quarrel? They quarreled almost every time they wrote or called each other. Ryan actually didn't have much thought. It was just that the feeling of becoming friends with his favorite star in his previous life and watching her grow step by step was really wonderful.

  In fact, from Natalie's past words, Ryan could guess to some extent that a smart and precocious child like her was not popular among her peers. The fact was just as he guessed, except for him, Natalie had almost no friends.

  And for such a girl with her own pride and ambition, one day she suddenly found that her only friend was standing where she could only look up. You can imagine the shock and loss.

  Okay, little loli who is having trouble, I won't argue with you. Ryan looked at the time, picked up the phone, and dialed New York.

  Walking into the house, Natalie took off her schoolbag and threw it on the sofa, but her face was full of displeasure, as if she wanted to have a big quarrel at any time.

  "Asshole!"

  Looking at the letter in her hand, Natalie had the urge to crumple it into a ball and throw it into the trash can, but after hesitating, she opened the envelope as usual.

  The familiar handwriting, familiar tone and writing style are just like the four books she bought specially, but the letter is less sharp than before and more sincerely apologetic.

  Although she still felt a little awkward in her heart, Natalie still had a smile on her lips after reading the letter. She could completely imagine how careful that annoying guy was when he wrote the letter.

  snort! I still overwhelmed you! There is a little more pride in the girl's heart.

  The phone in the living room rang at this time. Her parents were not at home, so Natalie had to put down the letter and answer the phone.

  "Hello, this is Heshler."

  "Na...Nate?" The person on the other end of the phone seemed a little hesitant, and seemed a little unsure.

  "Ryan!" Natalie subconsciously wanted to press the phone.

  "Wait, Nat."

  "What's the matter?" Natalie's words were obviously thorny.

  "I'm sorry, Nat..." Natalie interrupted directly before the other person could finish, "Ryan, did you know that children who lie will have their noses grow longer!" "

  Okay, if it makes you happy. , then I will be Pinocchio, Your Highness Snow White!" Unable to openly argue, Ryan simply launched a counterattack secretly.

  "Hmph!" Although Natalie snorted coldly, her eyes curled up. This was the first time that the guy opposite had surrendered to her.

  "Nat, are you still there?"

  "Uh-huh~"

  "I know there are some things that I shouldn't hide from you, but I have an agreement with Harvey Weinstein of Miramax Pictures, and there are some things I myself You can't make the decision either..." It was obvious that Ryan was telling lies again, shifting most of the responsibility to the publishing house and the film company, "You know, Nat, you are my only friend, and I don't want anything to happen between us. Any unpleasantness will arise."

  "Okay, Ryan, forget it this time. If there is a next time, I won't talk to you again." Listening to the boy's words, Natalie suddenly remembered the news about Ryan's life experience published in the newspaper. According to reports, although she could not imagine the life of an orphanage and an orphan at her age, she still felt that she should not treat him like this.

  "I promise, Nat, as long as you ask."

  In any case, this chapter was closed, and after a few more insults between the people who were used to last names, Natalie asked about Ryan's current situation.

  "Forget it, I can only stay at home now. The school has taken a long vacation, and those crazy paparazzi are blocked below the apartment. Not to mention Nicole and I, even the neighbors have been harassed many times by them. "

  This is the price of fame!" Natalie sarcastically said.

  "But I got on the big screen, and many people praised my acting skills." Ryan naturally started to fight back.

  "That's because they haven't seen me yet, Ryan Jenkins. Just wait and see, one day I will surpass you!" Unknowingly, Natalie started to compete again.

  "Then I'll wait and see, dear Nat." The voice over there was completely triumphant, "Even if you surpass me in acting, you still can't write so many stories."

  "Stories? Ryan, you are so shameless. It's really thick. I've already read those four books, but they are just children's books." Natalie was very unconvinced.

  "Really? Do you think The Sixth Sense is a children's book?" The guy on the phone was so angry that he couldn't bear to die.

  "Ryan, you are good at writing stories and scripts, right?" Natalie gritted her teeth.

  "Of course. In fact, after filming The Sixth Sense, I completed two more scripts." The other side was completely showing off.

  "Okay, Ryan, don't forget, you have deceived me twice." Natalie put her hat back habitually, "In order to make up for the psychological damage you caused me, you must write me a letter in the future. Hundreds of scripts!"

  "One...hundred?"

  Listening to the surprised voice from the other side, Natalie finally felt the pleasure of succeeding in her prank. After saying goodbye hastily, she hung up the phone.

  At this moment, the door opened with a click, and it turned out that Mrs. Shirley had returned home.

  "Nate, are you happy? You haven't smiled so happily in a long time." Mrs. Shelly noticed the letter on the coffee table, "A letter from Ryan? It looks like you have reconciled?" "

  Yes. , Mom. There is nothing between us, we just have different views on certain issues." Natalie quickly put away the letter, picked up her schoolbag and prepared to go back to the room, "Mom, I'm going back to the room first."

  Mrs. Shelly sighed. She never thought that her daughter's only friend, the boy who had been to their house, could achieve such jaw-dropping results.

  Returning to her own little world, Natalie habitually looked around at the photos hanging on the wall. These were photos of her when she was learning dance and when she was performing in the troupe, but compared to dancing, she I still like performing more.

  Although she is still nine years old in more than a month, she knows that she is different from other children. She knows that she has ambitions and knows what she likes and wants, so she has been working hard for it. For this reason, she He also spent his school holidays participating in drama camps.

  Shaking her head and dispersing the thoughts in her mind, she couldn't help but think of the boy far away in Los Angeles. This boy, who was only one year older than her, was stunned by his acting skills in "The Sixth Sense". To be fair, she was stunned. , she felt that it was no exaggeration to say that his performance in it was the best among child stars.

  If it were me, I could... okay! She admitted that she was indeed a little awkward and unhappy during this period, firstly because her only friend had hidden so many things, and secondly because she was jealous!

  Who doesn't want to be the center of attention, who doesn't want to be the darling chased by the media, and who doesn't want to be a dazzling star!

  There are always opportunities! Natalie told herself in her heart, Ryan, just wait and see, I will surpass you soon!

  Listening to the disconnection sound coming from the phone, Ryan scratched the back of his head. He didn't know why, but as long as he got close to Natalie, he couldn't help but argue with her and show off triumphantly. Like a proud little peacock.

  A hundred scripts! Ryan rolled his eyes. Of course, he knew Natalie was joking and taunting him, but there were a hundred scripts that were difficult, and ten would still be no problem.

  Recalling the only meeting, Natalie was obviously much thinner than she remembered. If she acted in that movie now, age would become a more sensitive topic than in her previous life, so we should wait a few years.

  Luc Besson has become quite famous now. It seems that he should ask Kingsley to find his address. He must write the script before him and mail it to France!

  Um! This is definitely a good idea! The unscrupulous Ryan smiled brightly. ;