1994: I Became a Literary Master in America

Chapter 49 Let Hayashi die!

Any society, whether it is surnamed Zi or She, is a society based on human relationships.

Sometimes Xu Shengjie was also glad that if he hadn't transmigrated into the body of the original owner, he wouldn't have had so many interpersonal relationships.

Although it is an unfamiliar world, it is not lacking in human interaction.

The relationship with James Huang must be maintained.

Although he is unlikely to become the New York Police Department Commissioner, and in Xu Shengjie's memory, until 26 years ago, it seems that no other major city except San Francisco had a Chinese-American police commissioner, including New York.

Basically, James Wong's police career has reached its peak.

Even if he is transferred to the General Administration in the future, his career advancement will be very limited.

However, he is Giuliani's man.

And he's a member of the Donkey Party.

It should still be possible to win a seat on the New York council in the future.

James Huang has no shortage of experience or connections. He was born into a wealthy Chinese family, and not just any newly immigrated family; he enjoys high prestige among older immigrants. What he lacks is financial support.

And this point...

In Xu Shengjie's view, it is not the most important thing.

Susanna works as a screenwriter for ABC, but Xu Shengjie is unsure of her specific role.

But after all, it's within that circle.

Given Susanna's understanding of the industry and her connections within it, Xu Shengjie doesn't know anyone more suitable than her, at least for now.

Let's ask her for help to resolve the immediate issue.

Xu Shengjie also needs to devote more energy to scriptwriting and storyboarding.

At the same time, the investment budget, which includes all kinds of expenses and expenditures, needs to be compiled as soon as possible.

Fortunately, he had done this kind of work in his previous life, so he was quite familiar with it.

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"Run Julie Run" is an adaptation of the German film "Run Lola Run".

The plot is not complicated: a girl must raise 100,000 marks in twenty minutes to rescue her boyfriend.

Three time periods, three possibilities.

A change in smile can lead to different outcomes.

Well, 100,000 marks have now become 100,000 US dollars.

Filming took place in Chinatown, but Xu Shengjie is still considering whether to choose Manhattan's Chinatown or Brooklyn's Eighth Avenue.

But there's no rush.

The most urgent task is to produce the script, storyboard, and budget.

Don't be fooled by the fact that this is a simple story; it involves more than 1500 camera transitions and over seventy minutes of moving shots.

Xu Shengjie recalls that the female lead developed hip problems while filming this movie.

Moreover, the camera angles are varied and complex, requiring advance planning.

This is a craft that requires practice.

Xu Shengjie was blacklisted in 09 and completely withdrew from the industry in 13, not touching a camera for a full thirteen years.

He also needs to familiarize himself with things again!

Making movies is never a simple task.

For the next two days, he stayed at home, writing and drawing non-stop, and rarely went out. He even ate mainly takeout that Julie brought back.

However, as the script and storyboard were continuously improved, Xu Shengjie felt that it was all worthwhile.

Julie would also discuss things with him from time to time.

It gave him a lot of unexpected inspiration...

Julie was not home on the evening of the 22nd.

After completing a set of shot designs, Xu Shengjie went into the kitchen, took a can of iced cola from the refrigerator, and prepared to treat himself.

The weather is getting hotter and hotter.

Xu Shengjie habitually turned on the air conditioner, and the room was very cool.

Americans talk about energy conservation and environmental protection all the time, but in fact, the United States is the world's number one wasteer of energy.

The air conditioning in those skyscrapers in Manhattan runs almost all night long.

Of course, residential electricity costs are slightly higher than commercial and industrial electricity costs, by about 20%.

Moreover, electricity prices vary from area to area. In Manhattan, for example, the price is about 13 cents per kilowatt-hour.

It seems alright.

Xu Shengjie was planning to turn on the TV to clear his head when the phone suddenly rang.

"This is Jeffrey Xu."

"Jeff, you're fucking NewBee, so incredibly NewBee!"

4:1，4:1！瑞士队真的4:1赢了！」

Through the receiver, Zhang Ping'an's frantic shouts came through.

"Tonight, at the Liwan Bar, it's my treat."

"How much did you buy?"

"Uh, I bought three thousand dollars worth."

Xu Shengjie remained silent.

"It's not that I don't trust you, it's just that I only have three thousand dollars on me, and I'm too lazy to go to the bank to withdraw money, so..."

Zhang Ping'an explained shyly that he also felt embarrassed.

The little boy had already fed the food right to his mouth, but...

If he had known this would be the outcome, he would have withdrawn all his savings from the bank and used it as collateral.

That's two hundred and fifty thousand dollars!

And so we watched helplessly as the spring river flowed eastward.

"Ah Jie, I bought eight thousand."

"Panther, shut up."

Roger, standing next to Zhang Ping'an, stabbed him in the back.

He didn't have $50,000, but after listening to Xu Shengjie's words, he bet all his savings of $8,000 without hesitation and reaped a considerable reward.

Zhang Ping'an's underling, Tommy, chuckled and said, "I only have two thousand dollars, but I've bet it all."

"You two, get out!"

Zhang Ping'an was stabbed twice and was in excruciating pain.

Xu Shengjie remained silent on the phone, seemingly unperturbed.

"It's settled then, bring Julie tonight, it's on me."

"I'm not going!"

"what?"

"I can't even drink if I go there, and that little devil might still be watching me."

By the way, did you find out why Harris was giving me trouble last time?

"I've heard a bit about this matter."

It's said that the General Administration is transferring a deputy director over, presumably to check and balance James Huang...

He's a Japanese devil.

Hayashi guessed he had some ideas.

"But why are you causing me trouble?"

"I'm not quite sure about that... Maybe it's because you were hit by the Powerball before, which made him feel uncomfortable?"

Zhang Ping'an then chased Roger and Tommy away, and said in a low voice, "Zi Hua Yang has taken care of that old servant's matter."

He coaxed the old slave into betting on the Argentina vs. Bulgaria match, predicting an Argentina victory.

However, I still think it's unlikely. Is FIFA really going to target Maldini? If the news is inaccurate, Argentina will definitely win.

"Let's wait and see."

"Then, I'll bet everything I have, how about that?"

"I don't think it'll be a big problem. We can give it a try before the Argentina vs. Nigeria match starts."

"I'll listen to you this time, Jeff. I'm betting my life savings."

"And me!"

Count me in.

"You three, don't go to the bar."

The whole city is in an uproar, and I can't find peace.

If you win, don't make a fuss... Once you get the money, keep a low profile.

"We'll sneak into the village, no shooting, understand?"

Xu Shengjie's reminder was like a bucket of cold water being poured on Zhang Ping'an and the other two.

"We understand!"

"Also, I only bet on five games this time. The odds for the other two games aren't high, so I won't be including you guys."

"good!"

"In short, everyone should keep a low profile and at least wait until after this year to talk about it."

"Whatever you say goes, you're the God of Wealth, aren't you?"

"There's one more thing. I'm planning to film in Chinatowns in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Could you help me find some connections then?"

"Are you really going to make a movie?"

"Nonsense, if I say this in front of so many people and can't do it, I'll be seen as bragging."

When white people brag, they call it ambition; when black people brag, they call it perseverance; but when Chinese people brag, it's just plain bragging.

"I see!

In Manhattan, I'll take care of the connections for you; no one will cause you trouble.

But in Brooklyn… we'll have to go to Roger; he has more connections and influence there.”

"Okay, it's settled then."

Xu Shengjie hung up the phone and let out a long sigh of relief.

This World Cup will most likely turn out like this.

He bet on five matches in total. It wasn't that he didn't want to bet on a straight run, but rather that many of the matches had been played over the years and he no longer remembered them.

In this competition, there were only a few dark horses: Romania, Bulgaria, and Switzerland.

Italy's loss to Ireland was memorable because of Baggio; the rest is the final, Germany vs. Italy, where Baggio missed a penalty and left the world with his silhouette.

Speaking of back views, Xu Shengjie only remembers three great back views.

The back view of Zhu Ziqing's father; the back view of Baggio; and the back view of Zidane in 06.

In total, he can earn a little over ten million in prize money from these five games.

However, after deducting the European spinach tax and adding the handling fees from Guibo, Xu Shengjie's share is estimated to be only a little over seven million.

There are also US taxes and New York State taxes...

Xu Shengjie has already made up his mind that he will donate to the Fifth Branch in his personal capacity.

This way, they can offset part of the tax and also get his maximum support in Chinatown.

The condition is that Hayashi be sent to the 75th Precinct to patrol Cypress Mountain.

Hehe, that's a famous slaughterhouse in New York.

It is said that if you call the police in Cypress Hill, they will not show up for at least twenty minutes.

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