Los Angeles, Hollywood, Chief Stone Theater.
The poster occupying the entire wall of the theater featured Martin, coldly holding a gun with one hand, staring down at the world.
Beneath the poster was already a sea of black and red.
The black ca from the fans of the "John Wick" series; by now, the concept of the suit-wearing gangster had firmly taken root in people's hearts. Those who ca to the premiere were all dressed in black suits and white shirts.
The red was the mbers of the Cola Cult. This pan-faith organization had tens of millions of followers across the US, and whenever Sect Leader Martin had a new release, they were the biggest group of supporters.
Even if only one-fifth of them watched the film, it would bring in nearly a hundred million US dollars to the North Arican box office.
Martin's success was like sweeping all the major Oscar categories, not only on the film front.
The male mbers of the cast, without exception, all wore black suits as they walked the red carpet.
Martin, in particular, took to the carpet in full Jonathan's guise, exuding utter coolness.
"Eternal Cola Cult, eternal Cola War God!"
After finishing his coke, Martin arrived at the theater entrance, t up with ne, and after a short wait, director Chad ca from behind, and the three of them entered the dia area together.
In front, Blake Lively was being interviewed. Besides talking about "John Wick: Chapter 3," she also ntioned the new film she was working on with Martin, praising it as a thriller that would scare the wits out of everyone.
When Martin, ne, and Chad approached, the host imdiately turned to their side.
"So I hear after this one, you're planning to expand the 'John Wick' universe?" the host asked, all questions pre-communicated, "When did these ideas first co up?"
Martin pushed Chad forward, "Our director had plans for this quite early on."
Chad, smiling, said, "The first one was a huge success, and it was a wonderful surprise to us."
His words, too, were prepared in advance; "John Wick: Chapter 3" was already a surefire hit, and now the most urgent task was to raise the profile of the upcoming "The Continental New York": "After we finished the first one, Martin, ne, Marcus, and Chen Hu got together to discuss how far the film's universe could be expanded. Apart from Jonathan, the male lead, could we delve into other character's stories?"
The host asked, "Did you decide right then to make a film centering around Winston?"
"We hadn't at that ti." Chad then pulled ne over, "At that point, we hadn't really realized that the biggest push cos from the audience. The character Winston, played by ne, was extrely popular, and the audience's passion for this series, their love for the character of Winston, gave us the possibility to continue filming."
The host then asked ne, "I understand you're Martin's most loyal fan?"
"That's right, I've known Martin for ten years, and we were friends from the start, and on top of that, I'm his first fan." ne's words felt sincere, "Because of Martin, I joined the series. I dread of challenging myself physically in new ways, like Martin did, and wanted to recreate everything he did."
He was all about Martin, "Working with Martin for so many years, he's done more than ninety-five percent of the action scenes himself. In an age where computer CG is everywhere and actors only need to go through the motions, the computer can do the rest, but Martin insists on doing those stunts himself. He has made people look at action movies in a completely new way."
The host continued, "Are you ready for the new movie?"
"Yes, I've been preparing in various ways for years," ne admitted candidly, "To portray this character well is a huge challenge. I have to do a lot of action training and can't separate the drama from the action scenes. It's the most difficult and strict preparation work for any role I've had. I hope I can reach half of Martin's level."
Having finished their interviews, the three joined the rest of the main creative team for a photo in front of the sponsor's backdrop.
Clara automatically ca over, taking hold of Martin's left arm.
Blake Lively cursed under her breath and clung to Martin's right side.
Nobody was surprised or even taken aback, as the main creators and dia reporters present were all very aware of the Hollywood ecosystem.
After taking photos, the group entered the theater together.
Clara stayed by Martin's side, asking while they walked, "Will you co to my place tonight?"
Martin thought for a bit, "You go to the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, sa room as before."
Seeing Clara nod, he then asked, "Did you finish your part in 'Avengers 2'?"
"It's done," Clara said briefly, "Dr. Zhao doesn't have much screening ti, but in the new season of 'Agents of SHIELD,' she'll be an important character. Marvel Studios and Disney have both told to keep playing her."
Martin said, "I've spoken to Disney Studios, just focus on your work, and don't get involved in the ssy stuff in the crew."
There was a growing rift between Marvel, Disney, and the "Avengers" series director Joss Whedon, with both sides embroiled in major financial disputes that could escalate at any mont.
Clara's agent was Natasha, who had also warned her, and she quickly responded, "Understood."
Blake Lively, who had been talking with her agent behind, now rushed forward, took hold of Martin's arm, and said, "Let's talk in private."
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