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Tycoon Actor C367 Breaking the break-up rumors

Lucas nodded, a slight smile playing on his lips. "It's very good. I like it."

Roy's face lit up, clearly pleased. "You liked it? So, are you in for voicing the animated film?"

Lucas nodded, his expression thoughtful. "Why not?" Then, with a chuckle, he added, "But the negotiations will be up to my manager."

"Of course," Roy smiled, understanding the game.

With that, Lucas left the building, his mind already racing ahead to the next move. As he stepped out into the...

Lord of Entertainment C83 Hellfire Theme Park opening

(Arthur POV)

The Bryan Brothers exchanged knowing glances before William spoke up, his tone carefully measured. "You'll still need us, Mr. Morningstar. After all, from what we know, your studio has quite a few... shall we say, adversaries."

Daniel nodded, eager to support his brother's point. "Indeed. It'll be quite the challenge for you to break through the promotional barriers with so many media outlets gunning for you."

I tapped my chin, feigning amusement. But deep do...

Lord of Entertainment C82 The idea of Theme Parks

(William Bryan POV)

The performance of "Lord of the Rings" in just one week here in Empirica was nothing short of... well, to be honest, I'm at a loss for words. Speechless doesn't even begin to cover it.

Every time the box office numbers came in, I felt like I was in a dream. The film had raked in 74 million dollars in Empirica alone. Such figures were once thought impossible in our industry. Even the major Empirican or elven studios wouldn't have dared to hope for such astrono...

Lord of Entertainment C81 Rising Star Imkrag

(Imkrag POV)

Since "Lord of the Rings" took off, my family couldn't stop gushing about me. I'd often overhear my mother bragging to the neighbors, "My son's a star now! Go watch 'Lord of the Rings,' he's starring as Gollum!"

But the neighbors would always reply, "Lord of the Rings? We haven't seen it yet. It's so expensive - two whole dollars!"

Living in the outskirts of Ferland City, few could afford to go to the cinema, let alone watch "Lord of the Rings."

One da...

Tycoon Actor C366 A Star is Born

As the clock struck 7 PM on June 10, 2014, "A Star is Born" began its limited release in select cinemas across the USA. Being an indie film, Warner Bros. had opted for a gradual rollout, starting small.

At the Angelika Film Center, crowds had already gathered, eager to catch the latest from Hollywood's golden boy, Lucas. As the lights dimmed and the familiar Warner Bros. logo appeared, the audience was immediately hit with the sound of a guitar and cheering crowds.

On screen, th...

Arthur

Firfel

Lord of Entertainment C80 Reshaping the industry

(3rd Person POV)

Five days after its Morningstar Kingdom debut, "Lord of the Rings" hit Empirican screens. Bryan Brothers, under intense pressure from major studios, had only managed to secure 2,874 cinemas - a far cry from the 4,720 they'd hoped for. The key cinemas remained frustratingly out of reach.

Bryan Brothers was itching to screen the film as widely as possible after seeing its ridiculous earnings in the Morningstar Kingdom alone. Empirican theaters dwarfed their Mornin...

Lord of Entertainment C79 The Mob's Dream

(Anubis Flameworth POV)

Five days. That's all it took for the exiled prince's "Lord of the Rings" to turn the kingdom on its head.

The numbers were staggering - 31 million dollars in just five days, blowing "The Demonfather's" success clean out of the water. Even for a hardened mob boss like me, those figures made my eyes bulge.

I couldn't help but feel a twinge of pride. After all, I'd lent a hand when the prince set up his talent agency. But Arthur and I both knew my he...

K-Producer C83 Rookie of the Year

The host turned his attention to Byul-ho, a playful smile on his face. "The young CEO, Byul-ho — it seems you're quite beloved by your Ascend members!"

Byul-ho just smiled warmly, not bothering to correct the "CEO" title. It had become such a habit for everyone to call him that, he'd grown used to it.

As the ceremony progressed, the anticipation in the room grew palpable. Finally, the moment for the Rookie of the Year award arrived.

The host's voice rang out, "And now, ...

Tycoon Actor C365 So generous

The party had been in full swing for hours now, and the sheer size of the mansion allowed guests to spread out into various private rooms. Some were enjoying themselves in the private theater, while others lounged in more intimate settings.

Lucas had seen it all, and he couldn't help but notice how natural the politicians and celebrities seemed in this environment. It was clear they'd attended William's previous birthday bashes - they were comfortable, at ease with the opulence and the...

Lord of Entertainment C78 Rings Craze

(Arthur POV)

The studio buzzed with excitement as I welcomed Fart and Kyle.

Kyle had just flown in yesterday, curious to see how "Lord of the Rings" was performing in the Morningstar Kingdom.

His eyes were wide with disbelief as he blurted out, "It's incredible! Seven million in a day with only two thousand cinemas? And without even securing the major theaters? How in the name of all that's unholy did we pull that off?"

I couldn't help but smirk, glancing at Fart t...

Lord of Entertainment C77 LOTR Box Office Success

(3rd Person POV)

The streets of Ferland City hummed with early morning activity. Demons, elves, and dwarves bustled about, starting their daily routines. On every street corner and shop window, film posters fought for attention, but one dominated the landscape: "Lord of the Rings."

A group of demon workers who knew one another paused in front of the large poster, whispering quietly among themselves.

"Isn't this the film that won all those awards at the elf festival?" sto...

K-Producer C82 First award

As Byul-ho trailed behind Ascend, he couldn't help but smile at the growing recognition his group was receiving. He was content to blend into the background, letting his artists shine.

Suddenly, a voice cut through the crowd noise. "Byul-ho!"

Startled, Byul-ho turned towards the sound. Near the front of the crowd, a small group of young women were waving enthusiastically at him.

"CEO Byul-ho! Over here!" one called out, her face beaming.

"You're so handsome!" anoth...

Tycoon Actor C364 Party II

As confusion rippled through the crowd, William finally clarified, his voice filled with emotion: "As a grandfather, I am truly proud of what you've accomplished, Lucas Cavendish Knight."

The room fell silent for a moment before erupting into surprised murmurs. Lucas stood there, stunned.

"Anyway, please enjoy yourselves," William concluded, leaving the platform.

As the guests began to buzz with this unexpected revelation, Neil leaned in close to Lucas. "You didn't tell m...

Lord of Entertainment C76 Hellfire Agency

(Arthur POV)

Lucy's interrogation felt like it lasted for half an hour. I kept circling back to one point: "Come on, I've paid a fortune in taxes from 'The Demonfather.' You can't throw me this one bone?"

She sighed, her expression a mix of exasperation and something else. Pity, maybe? "I can't just bend the rules for you, Arthur. You're a civilian now, remember?"

Her words hit like a bucket of ice water. I was about to slink out when she dropped another bombshell: "By th...

Lord of Entertainment C75 Agency?

(Arthur POV)

Seeing Rocky, I couldn't help but think about the other cast of "The Demonfather" - Johnny Devilkin, Charles Flirt, Vivienne Westwood, Richard, and the rest. Word on the street was that they were all riding high on the film's success, their schedules packed with new projects.

Oddly enough, Rocky was the only one I hadn't heard much about since the film blew up. I'd just assumed he was cashing in like the others, enjoying his newfound fame and fortune.

As I po...

Lord of Entertainment C74 I'm back, honey

(Arthur's POV)

As I made my way down the sidewalk, the whispers followed me like a bad smell. They weren't even trying to be subtle about it.

"Is that Arthur Morningstar? The one who supposedly rigged our prestigious film festival?"

"Must be. Despicable demon, isn't he?"

I kept my face neutral, pushing down the urge to roll my eyes. Then an elf nearby decided to get bold.

"Go back to your kingdom, demon," he spat.

I turned, meeting his gaze coolly. "T...

King of Games C80 Life and death game

Nogi leaned back in his chair, a glint of understanding in his eyes. "Very well, Suzuki-san. The Kengan Association can assist with providing the... necessary documentation for a large number of new identities. Our connections in various government offices should make this process smooth and discreet."

Shinro nodded, his face impassive.

Curiosity got the better of Nogi. "If I may ask, why do you need so many new identities? The scale is... unusual, even for our circles."

...

Godfather System C156 Be a man

Lorenzo patted Alexandro on the head as he saw him off to school. Michael Jr., the son of his driver Mike, stood nearby, ready to walk with Alexandro.

As the two boys set off, their conversation quickly turned animated. Michael, his eyes bright with excitement, regaled Alexandro with tales of his after-school adventures.

"You wouldn't believe it, Alex," Michael said, his voice hushed with conspiratorial glee. "Yesterday, I managed to swipe old man Grunwald's wallet without him e...

Tycoon Actor C363 Party I

Neil had just arrived at Lucas's apartment when Lucas informed him about the invitation to William Cavendish III's birthday - the founder of Cavendish Entertainment and former senator.

Neil's eyebrows shot up in surprise. "You're going to the 78th birthday bash of the Cavendish Entertainment founder?"

Lucas nodded, "Yeah, I'm invited. Want to tag along?"

Neil looked skeptical. "Is that allowed?"

"Yep," Lucas confirmed, tapping the letter. "I read the full invite. I...

Lord of Entertainment C73 Controversy

(3rd Person POV)

The room held its collective breath as Herold Green fingered the envelope containing the winner of the Lunar Laurel for Best Director. He cleared his throat, milking the moment for all it was worth.

"And the award goes to... 'Lord of the Rings' directed by Arthur Morningstar!"

The announcement hit like a thunderclap. A beat of silence, then a cacophony of reactions.

"This can't be possible," an elf filmmaker muttered, his face a mask of disbelief.<...

K-Producer C81 Korean Music Awards

As the days rolled by, Byul-ho found himself juggling multiple responsibilities. While ensuring Ascend was ready for their big night at the Korean Music Awards, he was also knee-deep in university preparation materials.

Late one night, Byul-ho sat at his desk, surrounded by textbooks and practice exams. His eyes were tired, but he pushed on, knowing the stakes were high.

"I can't slack off like I did in high school," he muttered to himself, flipping through pages of business the...

Lord of Entertainment C72 Sweeping Through the awards

(Kyle Love POV)

Across the table sat a thin human with an absurd mustache that might have been funny if not for the cold calculation in his eyes. His suit probably cost more than my car, and those golden-framed glasses weren't just for show. This was a man used to getting his way.

Ed Louis took a long drag from his cigarette, deliberately blowing the smoke in my face. "So, you're rejecting our offer?" His voice was casual, but I could hear the threat underneath.

I waved a...

Tycoon Actor C362 Letter

The "Modern Family" set buzzed with its usual energy, but there was an extra spark of excitement among the newer crew members. They were thrilled to be working with the famous Lucas Knight, a star who had proven himself not only incredibly talented but also considerate and down-to-earth.

It had been a week of filming, and despite not being as fully committed to the series as some of the other cast members, Lucas slipped back into Dylan's character with ease. His ability to do so while ...

Lord of Entertainment C71 Proverb

(Arthur POV)

It all happened in a blur. One moment, Thorne Silverleaf was spewing accusations, and the next, he was scurrying away with his tail between his legs. As the dust settled, I found myself face to face with Caedan Aegis.

Camera flashes popped like miniature lightning bolts around us. I glanced at Firfel, making a mental note to thank her later, before turning to Caedan.

"Thank you," I said, genuinely grateful for his intervention.

Caedan waved it off with...

K-Producer C80 Preparing for the music awards

The next morning, Byul-ho's eyes cracked open, immediately assaulted by the harsh sunlight streaming through his window. As he tried to sit up, a wave of nausea hit him like a truck.

"Oh god," he groaned, stumbling out of bed and barely making it to the bathroom before emptying the contents of his stomach.

From the doorway, Seon-woo watched with a mix of concern and disapproval. "Aish, look at you. Is this how a chairman behaves? You're not a high school student anymore, young m...

Lord of Entertainment C70 Aroma of Jealousy

(Arthur POV)

As the credits rolled and the applause thundered through the theater, I couldn't wipe the grin off my face. Firfel, Imkrag, Kurt, and I made our way to the stage, basking in the glow of our success.

The audience settled into their seats as I stepped up to the microphone. I took a deep breath, savoring the moment before speaking.

"Well, folks," I began, my voice warm with genuine emotion, "it seems we've managed to keep you entertained this evening."

Th...

Tycoon Actor C361 Declining

Lucas looked at Kevin, his eyebrow raised slightly. "How so? Why do you guys think I fit the role of Deadpool at all?"

Kevin chuckled, leaning back in his chair. "We've seen your acting, Lucas. You're really great, and we think you can portray Wade Wilson very well, especially before he became Deadpool." He paused, a hint of amusement in his eyes. "Plus, we've reviewed your interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from other films. Your sense of humor matches Wade Wilson's pretty close...