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Tycoon Actor C269 Silent Film

Lucas scanned the script of "The Artist" with growing interest. As he read, he glanced up at Michel, his eyebrows raised in curiosity. "This script doesn't have any lines," he observed. "It's all about the actions and expressions."

Michel smiled, nodding in agreement. "That's right."

Lucas furrowed his brow, "Why choose this approach?"

Michel took a sip of his wine before responding, "Tell me, Lucas, are you familiar with silent films?"

Lucas thought for a moment, ...

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Godfather System C94 Tension in NYC

In front of the Lincoln Medical Center, Michael and Enzo eyed the group of men who emerged from a caravan of cars that had just saved them from their pursuers. The tension in the air was palpable as the men in black suits approached.

"You fellas... Corleone soldiers?" Michael asked, his voice laced with apprehension.

Richard, the man leading the group, shook his head. "No," he said, his voice firm but reassuring.

As Michael listened to the man in charge deny that they wer...

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Godfather System C93 Just in time

As Lorenzo's mind was made up to aid the Godfather Don Corleone, a resounding chime echoed in his head. In front of his very eyes, words began to materialize in the air, as if by some otherworldly force.

[You have decided to assist the Don of the Corleone Family! A task has been triggered.]

[Objective: Protect Don Corleone from any potential assailants!]

[Currently, the Don is staying at Lincoln Medical Center, Room 2. Dispatch yo...

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Tycoon Actor C268 Unexpected win

As the Warner Bros. Pictures announcement about their film project with Lucas hit the internet, fans flocked to social media to share their thoughts. "I thought he was just avoiding Ricky Gervais at the Golden Globes," one user wrote. "Turns out, he was busy with this project. Too bad we missed his reaction when Ricky roasted him that night!"

Another fan chimed in, "I wonder if he'll show up at the Oscars now."

Fans were torn about whether or not Lucas would grace the Oscars wit...

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King of Games C43 A beast of a console

The Japanese gamers eagerly watched the KiShin console trailer, as it revealed the games that would be part of the upcoming KiShin console—"Nerve Gear Zero." The lineup of titles was nothing short of enticing, with popular games like "PUBG," "Minecraft," "Undertale," and "Super Mario Bros." making an appearance. However, it was the inclusion of new games that piqued their interest: "Scalebound," "Sword Art Online: Sword & Magic," "B.C," "Propeller Arena," and "LMNO."

The graphics...

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Godfather System C92 After the victory

The once-mighty Cohen Crime Syndicate, a force that had held Los Angeles in its vice-like grip for as long as anyone could remember, was no more. Their empire, built on bribes and bloodshed, crumbled to dust in the blink of an eye. In their place, a new power emerged: Lorenzo's gang, "Wolf Familia". They'd been in the city for mere weeks, but they'd already made their presence known.

Word spread like wildfire through the underworld: the Cohens were finished. Their territory, their rack...

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Tycoon Actor C267 Pressure

The 2012 Grammy Awards were in full swing, but there was one glaring absence that had everyone buzzing. Lucas, the heartthrob who'd been nominated multiple times in previous year, was nowhere to be found. Instead, his manager, Neil Lamb, was the one to gracefully accept the awards on his behalf. The media and fans alike were abuzz with speculation about Lucas's whereabouts and the reason for his no-show.

Despite the fact that Lucas's scorching fame had begun to simmer as the months pas...

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Tycoon Actor C266 Timeskip (R-18)

As the weeks flew by, Lucas's voiceover project for DreamWorks' upcoming animated film wrapped up. With that chapter closed, he dove into producing "Blue Jasmine" with Woody Allen. During the casting process, he met Jennifer, who was chosen for the lead role.

After a long day of filming, Lucas and Jennifer retreated to their hotel room. The two of them were lounging on the plush king-sized bed, scripts in hand.

"So, what do you think?" Lucas asked, his eyes sparkling with antici...

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Godfather System C91 Take over of a powerful syndicate

The clock struck midnight as Lorenzo summoned his men, the caporegimes and their soldiers, to prepare for an audacious invasion. In the dimly lit garage of their hideout in Boyle Heights, the air was thick with tension and the metallic scent of gun oil. The men moved about with practiced precision, arming themselves and climbing into the waiting cars, reminiscent of a well-oiled machine.

Lorenzo's mind drifted back to his days on the battlefields of Europe, where he once ordered an ent...

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King of Games C42 Console announcement

The bright minds of "Tiny World" that Shinro had brought to Earth couldn't help but miss their families. They yearned for the warmth of their loved ones, the familiarity of their embraces, and the sound of their laughter. One day, they mustered the courage to approach Shinro with a request: "Sir, we... we would like to ask you a favor."

Shinro raised an eyebrow, intrigued by their hesitance. "What is it?"

"Well, we... we were wondering if our families could join us here on Earth...

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Tycoon Actor C265 Fast-forward

The indie film "50/50" made waves in the industry, garnering praise and criticism alike.

The movie's impact was undeniable, as evidenced by its impressive box office success. It received a high 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8.9 on IMDb, but some pointed out its share of problems.

However, one aspect that stood out was Lucas Knight's portrayal of Adam, a character battling cancer.

Lucas's performance was so convincing that it sparked rumors on social media about him underg...

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Godfather System C90 The True Grim Reaper

Mickey Cohen stepped through the grand double doors of his mansion, a scowl etched on his weathered face. The meeting with Bugsy hadn't gone as planned, and all he wanted was a stiff drink and a soothing night's rest. As he entered the foyer, a crisp, black-suited attendant rushed to take his hat and coat. Mickey barely acknowledged the man, his eyes drawn instead to a small, white card lying on the polished marble floor.

He frowned, and bent down to retrieve the card. It was the very ...

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Tycoon Actor C264 Overwhelming success

Lucas waved goodbye as the kids and their guardians headed back to Bellevue Hospital, his friends Sam, Liza, and Leo grinning alongside him. The joy on the children's faces was contagious.

"Seems like your movie 50/50 really struck a chord with them," Liza said, nudging Lucas in the ribs.

Lucas's smile widened. "I sure hope so. The film's all about spreading hope to those going through something similar, you know?"

Sam clapped Lucas on the back, a grin splitting her face....

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Godfather System C89 Everything is falling into place

Lenny shifted in his seat, trying to hide his unease as he recalled the meeting with the Wolf Familia's boss. The offer to betray Mickey Cohen and his underboss, Johnny Stompananto, had been tempting, but loyalty was everything in this game. He couldn't live with himself if he double-crossed his own gang.

Lenny just handed over the worn-looking tarot cards, the "Death" card for Mickey and "The Hanged Man" for Johnny.

Mickey and Johnny examined the cards, their faces clouding wit...

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Godfather System C88 Trap

The Cohen Crime Syndicate's boys began to probe into the Wolf Familia, a new power organization that had seemingly sprouted out of thin air in the city. This upstart group had been expanding at an alarming rate, and had even managed to strike deals with the Syndicate. However, every time they met, the representatives from the Wolf Familia were always masked men who took great pains to conceal their identities.

Suspecting foul play, the Syndicate's boys tried to tail these masked figure...

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Godfather System C87 Rival

Lorenzo chatted with Adam and Richard for a while before he sauntered over to Deborah and Mica, a grin tugging at his lips. "Well, well, seems like you two are getting along just fine, eh, Deb?" He chuckled, but his mirth faded when both women continued their conversation with Tiffany and Peggy as if he were invisible.

He wedged himself between the two ladies. "Hey, dolls, what's the matter? Why the cold shoulder?" He placed a hand on each of their shoulders, hoping to lighten the mood...

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Tycoon Actor C263 Hope

The Tribeca Private Screening Room buzzed with excitement as the kids, their guardians, and Lucas himself settled into their plush seats. Liza and Samantha sat on either side of Lucas, while his guards, Jack and Simon, took up spots just behind him. They chatted animatedly, their laughter filling the air until the theater darkened and the screen flickered to life.

As the studio's introduction played, the audience hushed, anticipation thick in the air. The film, "50/50," began with a sh...

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King of Games C41 High-end technologies acquired and talents

Shinro's optics flickered with anticipation as he observed the "Tiny World" civilization. For hours, he had been patiently monitoring their progress, and finally, they had done it. They had developed high-end consoles, far surpassing the capabilities of the world's PS3 and Xbox 360 systems. These new consoles boasted impressive graphical prowess, something that had been unheard of just a few years prior.

But that wasn't all. The "Tiny World" denizens had also made leaps and bounds in A...

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Godfather System C86 C.C

Lorenzo stepped out of his agency building, and slid into his waiting car. Mike closed the door behind him with a polite nod. As they pulled away from the curb, Lorenzo leaned back against the plush leather seat, puffing on his cigarette.

"Mike, take us to the Grauman's Chinese Theatre, will you?" he said, exhaling a cloud of smoke.

"Yes, boss," Mike replied, tipping his hat as he started the engine.

The car rolled to a stop in front of the grand theater, its oriental fac...

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Tycoon Actor C262 Life ultimate goal

Lucas stepped out of the taxi and onto the bustling sidewalk of New York City, Neil close behind.

They entered the sleek glass building that housed Lucas's apartment, the doorman tipping his hat as they passed.

Inside the living room, Neil went straight to the point, spreading out a series of contracts on the coffee table. "We've got some great offers lined up for you, Lucas. Clothing brands, tech companies... they all want a piece of the action."

Lucas flopped onto the c...

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Tycoon Actor C261 Be lowkey

In the filming set, at Quoile River in Downpatrick, Lucas, as Robb Stark, stood alongside Michael, who portrayed Roose Bolton.

They were filming a pivotal scene where Robb expressed his concern about Theon Greyjoy having his brothers hostage. The tension was palpable as Robb wanted to storm the castle, but Roose Bolton, tried to assuage his fears. "Theon wouldn't dare harm the boys," he said, his voice low and reassuring, "They're his only hope of escaping the North with his head intac...

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Godfather System C85 Lucky Bastard 2 and Opportunity

Lorenzo strolled down Santa Monica Boulevard, a smirk plastered on his mug. It had been a few days since he'd had the mayor of Los Angeles in his pocket, and boy, was it paying off. His business was booming like never before. He'd managed to get his mitts on an "Entertainment Agency," two brothels, a couple of swanky clubs, and a few small casinos in Boyle Heights and Hollywood. But it was the properties he'd snatched up along this very strip that had him feeling like a million bucks.

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King of Games C40 Civilization speed run

Shinro glanced around the employees workspace, his eyes darting from one cubicle to another. He breathed a sigh of relief as he realized that none of his employees had noticed the tiny speck of light floating just above his shoulder. It was Angel, the spirit he'd created a few days ago using his skill, Spirit Creation.

Initially, he'd been worried that someone might spot the ethereal creature, but it seemed either they were too preoccupied with their own work or simply couldn't see the...

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Tycoon Actor C260 Sensation

Lucas entered Neil's hotel room, where his manager had already arranged a flight from Los Angeles to Northern Ireland, the filming location for "Game of Thrones."

They boarded the plane and as they flew over the Atlantic, the video Lucas had posted on Twitter hours earlier started to gain traction. The clip, titled "Whisper Challenge," featured Lucas and his co-stars, including Taylor Swift, Danny DeVito, and Ed Helms, attempting to guess movie titles or famous quotes.

The tweet...

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Godfather System C84 Terror

Mayor Fletcher narrowed his eyes at his middle-aged secretary, Ronald, suspicion etched on his face as he held up the worn, ancient-looking tarot card depicting "The Fool." "You... Don't play dumb with me, Ronald. You must be part of that 'Wolf Familia,' aren't you!?"

Ronald's hands flew into the air in genuine confusion. "I don't know what you're talking about, Mayor."

Fletcher snatched the card from Ronald's hand and locked his gaze with a steely glare. "I'm onto you, see? I'v...

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Update

For those readers of "King of Games", I'll not update today. But I'll update it tomorrow, I apologize for not being consistent with this novel update.

This is a bit unrelated, but I felt like sharing it. Someone was just got shot in my neighborhood, drug related, just near my place.

My country is becoming more unsafe this days.

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Tycoon Actor C259 Challenge

As Lucas finished his voice acting work for the animated film, he didn't leave right away. Instead, he stayed back to chat with the voice cast and staff, as well as the Illumination Entertainment crew who were interviewing them for the behind-the-scenes featurette that would be released when the movie was about to screen.

Lucas and Taylor were interviewed the most, sharing their opinions on the film and their experiences. Lucas even said, "This is the kind of animated film that will br...

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Godfather System C83 New Dog

Fletcher's eyes narrowed as he studied the mysterious masked man before him, his annoyance barely concealing the faintest flicker of fear. Leaning in, he lowered his voice to a conspiratorial whisper, ensuring the patrons of the lounge remained oblivious to their conversation. "You... you stole such important information from me..."

The masked man, revealed to be one Lorenzo, let out a low chuckle. "Indeed, I did. And that there information is going to cost you... dearly."

Fletc...

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Godfather System C82 Grand Plan

The gang was all gussied up, their mugs impressed by the swanky mansion. Deborah and Lorenzo, a couple of lovebirds, were eyeballing a room that could be his new office. Deborah, a real looker, watched as Lorenzo plopped himself down in the chair like he owned the place.

"What do you think, babe? I look more respectable, don't I?" he said, smoothing out his suit.

Deborah chuckled, "You'd look even more the part if you'd leave your lawless life behind."

Lorenzo grinned, "N...

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Tycoon Actor C258 Missing a point

Thneedville - Fletcher Sheridan (Original Demo)

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Lucas sat in the plush leather chair, headphones resting on his ears. It had been a few days since he started voice acting for "The Lorax," and he'd already seen most of the movie's scenes, including those featuring the other voice cast members.

Today, he and the other voice cast members—Taylor, Ed Helms, Danny, and others—were about to record the songs from the original demo of the film. But before that, they were a...

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