Domination in America, Starting from being a Boxing Champion Chapter 684 - 495: Undermining Operations

Taylor was releasing a new album and didn't have the ti to frequently co over and watch the children, giving Link a bit less pressure when taking care of them, without having to worry about Taylor's disapproving looks.

While taking care of the children, Link also did so work, such as personally going to persuade ryl Streep to act in "August: Osage County." Previously, Catherine had contacted ryl, inviting her to play the lead role of Violet, but ryl had declined after reading the script.

For this reason, Link personally reached out to ryl Streep, ntioning he wanted to have a talk with her. ryl hesitated for a mont, then agreed.

Although the role of "Violet" could be played by soone else, ryl was the best choice. With an opportunity to persuade her, it was not cost-effective to give up on such a "cost-effective" person.

After eting, Mrs. ryl looked at him with complex eyes and asked whether the news spread by the dia at the beginning of the year about her close relationship with Harvey was released by Lionsgate Films.

Link did not deny it, stating it was the truth.

ryl Streep imdiately gasped for air, her face serious, saying that she and Harvey were partners, nothing ssy beyond that.

Link noted that he never said she had any intimate relationship with Harvey, but it was a fact that they got along well.

ryl, annoyed, glared at him, asking why he would seek cooperation with her knowing that she and Harvey got along well. Before he could say much, ryl said she would not work with him.

Link was not angered and asked her if she knew about Harvey's predatory behavior toward many actresses, including past lawsuits against him.

ryl frowned, acknowledging she had heard so things.

Link asked her for her views on the matter.

ryl stated that such things were common in the entertainnt industry and inevitable.

"So, Ms. ryl, do you think this is normal and doesn't need to be delved into? Even if you know Harvey often behaves like this, including sexually harassing and even raping won, it wouldn't change your opinion of him, would you still insist on working with him?"

Link asked.

ryl furrowed her brow, adjusted her reading glasses, and looked at him, "Rape? Is it that serious?"

"Ms. ryl, you're an industry insider, you should know what settling after the event ans? It's that these things did happen, but Harvey managed to resolve them with money, so all I'm saying is factual."

"What does this have to do with your invitation for to act in a new movie role?"

ryl asked.

Link nodded seriously, "When I collaborate with soone, I first look at their character, then their acting. If you knew of the many bad things Harvey has done to actresses and still wanted to work with him, then... pardon the intrusion."

Link stood up, preparing to leave.

ryl was startled for a mont and shouted, "Don't leave!" her face dark as she looked at him, "Are you implying I'm a bad person, unfit to work with you?"

ryl was very upset. She had originally thought that Link's visit was to sincerely discuss cooperation and apologize for the earlier incident, and considering the good script, she would consider collaborating. However, instead of showing any signs of apology, Link hinted that she was of poor character.

It was infuriating.

If it weren't for her age and inability to overpower Link, she definitely would have scratched his face.

Link shrugged his shoulders, "Ms. ryl, I didn't an to offend you, but how Harvey is perceived in the industry is well known. The fact that you not only do not reject him but also maintain a good private relationship with him speaks volus."

ryl was furious, "What does Harvey's character have to do with ? I am an actress; my job is to act, not to be a detective. If I have to investigate the character of every movie company boss, major shareholder, president, or producer before taking a role, how can I work?"

"There's no need for investigation concerning Harvey."

Link took out several newspapers, tapped the table, "ryl, I'm a fan of your work, and I approached you for collaboration to help you. Harvey has done a lot of bad things without showing any restraint, and since you are closely associated with him, the day these matters are exposed, even if you claim ignorance, do you think people will believe you? Will the dia not portray you as Harvey's accomplice?"

"You had the chance to be among the top 100 actors in Hollywood, alongside Catherine Hepburn and Bette Davis, but because of this scandal, it would be such a sha."

ryl looked at the newspapers and frowned, "Is all this true?"

"True or false, you've been in the industry for decades; you should be able to make a more accurate judgnt than I can."

"So, you're saying you ca to collaborate as a favor to ? By refusing to collaborate, am I rejecting your kindness?"

"That's what I believe,"

Link nodded.

ryl glanced at him, feeling that this young man, who could be her grandson, had awfully thick skin, a likely reason for his early fa.

"Even if you're right, and there's a serious problem with Harvey, making him unsuitable to work with, what about you, a world-renowned playboy? Is your reputation in the industry really any better than Harvey's? Is it fitting to work with you?"

ryl angrily asked.

"Of course, firstly, I am a world-class idol. Apart from being a womanizer, I am flawless in all other respects. Also, our age difference is too great; even if I help you win the Oscars for Best Actress, no one would misunderstand our relationship."

Link said earnestly.

ryl was taken aback; it seed to make sense.

She was 62 this year, and Link was 23; even if she worked with Link, there likely wouldn't be any misunderstandings.

However,

discussing "gender relationships" with soone of Link's age felt awkward to her.

ryl looked helplessly at Link, this shaless young man.