Liu Yifei turned her anger into joy: "You tricked me again!"
Li Chen chuckled: "Life is like a play. Don't forget, I'm not just a director, but also a qualified actor."
"Alright, how you're going to punish me, we'll talk about it tonight. Don't keep the guests waiting."
"I didn't expect Mr. Chen to be here too!"
Hearing the last sentence, Liu Yifei felt a pang in her heart.
Thinking it was her birthday, Liu Yifei cozied up to Li Chen, sweetly linking her arm through his.
"My godfather is very good to me. For my sake, you're not allowed to show a bad face today!"
Li Chen dotingly pinched her smooth cheek: "Alright, alright, who can say no to our Princess Xi Xi!"
The two said no more. The driver brought the car to a stop, and they both stepped out.
The guests on the lawn all turned their gaze towards them.
Shu Chang, Zhu Yawen, Tang Yan, and Luo Jin all gathered around them.
Liu's Mother and Chen Jingfei stood not far behind the four.
"Xi Xi, happy birthday!"
"Thank you."
After speaking, Shu Chang leaned into her best friend's ear: "Your home is so big!"
Liu Yifei rolled her eyes at Shu Chang, who pretended not to notice.
She smiled at Li Chen: "I wonder what Chen Ge will give as a gift today. I'm so excited."
Li Chen smiled and ignored Shu Chang, leading Liu Yifei towards Liu's Mother and Chen Jingfei.
Upon reaching them, Li Chen and Chen Jingfei nodded in greeting.
Chen Jingfei's expression showed no unusualness.
Liu Yifei linked her arm with her mother's and pouted: "Mom, how could you conspire with Li Chen to trick me?"
Liu's Mother patted her daughter's hand and laughed: "Alright, don't talk anymore. Go change your clothes quickly. Don't keep the guests waiting."
Yang Siwei and Shu Chang came up, one on each side, and escorted Liu Yifei away.
Shu Chang had never seen such a large house in her life.
Upon entering the first-floor hall, the most striking feature was the ornate, figure-eight shaped ebony staircase leading to the second floor, not far ahead.
Looking up, the crown decoration was dotted with stars, making one feel as if they were in a vast starry sky.
The marble floor underfoot was spotlessly clean, so bright it reflected figures, making it feel almost like a sin to step on it.
In the hall, several groups of foreigners stood in twos and threes.
Shu Chang recognized one of them, who had been on Sina's headlines two months ago.
Scarlett, who was named the most beautiful female star in the world by FHM.
To the left, a band played electronic keyboards and guitars, all European and American heartthrobs.
Shu Chang couldn't help but tug on Tang Yan and exclaim: "So handsome."
Her feeling at that moment could be summed up in one word: lavish!
Tang Yan smiled slightly, filled with envy: The wealthy families of the entertainment industry are probably nothing more than this.
Yifei's birthday party today not only invited a host of Hollywood big names but also prepared top-tier ingredients.
Just now, she quietly asked Tim, the organizer of this party.
How much did this party cost?
Tim didn't hide it from her, nearly 3 million US dollars.
Tang Yan gasped in amazement. Last year, Yifei's godfather held her coming-of-age ceremony at Fangfei Garden, which cost less than 2 million RMB.
At that time, domestic media and insiders all marveled at Chen Jingfei's extravagance.
But compared to Yifei's 1y.
Tang Yan didn't know how to describe it appropriately.
She thought it was too extravagant, but Tim told her it was nothing.
For the boss to establish a foothold in Hollywood.
Besides relying on works, it was also a strategy to display economic strength when necessary.
Take this party today, for example.
Many top Hollywood producers, directors, and actors came.
She just saw Nolan, the director of last year's batman.
And Minkoff, the director of The Lion King, which was popular worldwide back then.
There were also some foreigners she didn't recognize, but just by looking at the celebrities surrounding them, she knew they were not to be underestimated.
This kind of occasion was not much different from banquets in China and was also a good opportunity to expand one's network.
Upon arriving at Liu Yifei's bedroom, Shu Chang found everything fresh and new.
Compared to Xi Xi's villa in China, it felt more than one grade higher.
Yang Siwei and Tang Yan helped Liu Yifei change clothes, while Shu Chang looked around.
Even the bathroom gave off a feeling of opulence; the handrails by the bathtub were actually made of Swarovski crystal.
Shu Chang stopped looking. If she kept looking, she would become reclusive.
Finding Liu Yifei and the other two, Shu Chang said sourly: "Xi Xi, Chen Ge is too extravagant! Even a handrail uses Swarovski crystal!"
"She really is a Crystal Princess!"
Liu Yifei shook her head and smiled at Shu Chang in the mirror: "I also think it's too extravagant. Otherwise, you go give your opinion to Chen Ge, that upstart!"
Yang Siwei chuckled: "Yifei, it's estimated that Hollywood media will report on your birthday party tomorrow. Crystal Wu won't be able to stay hidden anymore."
Liu Yifei nodded: "I know. I was a little worried at first."
"But then your boss said something that I think makes a lot of sense."
Tang Yan and Yang Siwei exchanged a smile: "What did he say?"
"He said that ever since he got together with me, he never planned to keep a low profile. Even if he wanted to, my fans wouldn't agree!"
Shu Chang burst out laughing, clapping her hands: "Chen Ge is right! Not only your fans won't agree, the media certainly won't!"
Half an hour later, Liu Yifei appeared by Li Chen's side in a white sequined floral strap dress.
Without makeup, she exuded an ethereal aura, and her chic short hair added a touch of heroism.
Li Chen began to introduce her to the guests, while Tim acted like Liu Yifei's assistant.
After a round of socializing, Liu Yifei was exhausted.
Especially since everyone praised her as beautiful, and she smiled and thanked them until her face almost cramped.
However, she understood her boyfriend's intentions.
The people she had just socialized with were either directors and producers or high-level executives from several major Hollywood film companies.
Tim's social skills were displayed to the fullest. Warner was the distributor of the thieves and would definitely be there tonight to support Li Chen.
New Line and Lionsgate had also successively distributed lurking and buried. Two high-level executives from Disney and Legendary also appeared at Liu Yifei's birthday party.
Ultimately, this Crystal Wu estate was the biggest facade, and attending a party in such a place was not embarrassing.
Moreover, these people also wanted to see how much strength Li Chen, the big boss behind Chiyou Films, possessed.
Perhaps they could cooperate in the future.
Liu Yifei chatted and laughed with Charlize Theron and the other lead actors of the thieves.
Li Chen, Tim, and Robert Iger were having a pleasant conversation.
"Li, your girlfriend Crystal is very beautiful."
"Thank you. Hong Kong's Disneyland is also very beautiful, the only pity is that this project was not generated during your tenure."
Robert Iger was slightly taken aback, and Tim also glanced at his boss.
He didn't know why his boss would suddenly say such a thing.
When Robert Iger took over Disney from Eisner last year.
Many people mocked him as a simplified version of Eisner.
In other words, they said he was an assistant to his former superior, lacking his superior's foresight and charm.
His boss's words wouldn't be subtly mocking Robert Iger, would they?
However, Tim saw his boss's confident and spirited eyes, a look of being in complete control.
He still swallowed his doubts.
Robert Iger smiled, seemingly unconcerned by Li Chen's words: "Eisner indeed had great foresight and is someone I look up to."
Li Chen nodded and smiled: "Of course I believe that. Forgive my abruptness, Mr. Robert, I didn't mean to belittle you."
"We have an old saying in China: 'It is better to retreat and weave a net than to envy fish by the pond.'"
"I very much look forward to Mr. Robert being able to establish the sixth Disney theme park in the world within our China during your tenure!"
"At that time, if there's anything I can help with, I will not hesitate."
Robert was stunned, not expecting Li Chen to say such a thing. Even Tim was surprised.
So that was the boss's intention!
"Xi Xi, come here for a moment." Li Chen ignored Tim and Robert's surprise, instead waving to Liu Yifei not far away.
"I'll go over for a moment." Liu Yifei greeted Charlize Theron and her boyfriend, then walked over with a smile.
Not knowing what Li Chen wanted, Robert looked at the oriental girl walking towards him, whom he had already greeted.
"Mr. Robert, both of us are loyal fans of Disney."
"Especially my girlfriend, who has loved Disney animated films since she was a child, especially the many dream-filled characters within them."
Liu Yifei glanced at Li Chen in surprise, maintaining her smile, but in her heart, she wondered how he knew she liked Disney.
"Taking this opportunity today, I sincerely invite Mr. Robert to focus his attention on China in the future, for example, Shanghai, which is known as the 'Paris of the East.'"
Robert suddenly felt that he hadn't come for nothing tonight.
Li Chen's suggestion seemed tailor-made for him.
He, of course, also wanted to be like his predecessor and build the sixth Disney theme park in the world during his tenure at the helm of Disney.
Especially breaking the norm by building a Disney theme park in a developing country.
And China was definitely the only choice.
Robert extended his hand and said meaningfully: "Li, it's a pleasure to meet you as a friend. I believe we will meet again."
Li Chen chuckled, shaking hands with Robert: "Definitely, because the earth is round!"
Robert laughed heartily. An Oriental with a Western sense of humor was a charm in itself.
Li Chen also laughed heartily, and their handshake attracted the attention of many people.
The birthday cake was custom-made with nineteen layers, and at the very top, there was a crystal princess statue crafted in Liu Yifei's likeness.
She looked exactly like Snow White from a fairy tale.
When cutting the cake, Li Chen passionately kissed Miss Liu for half a minute in front of all the guests.
Miss Liu, with her flushed face, appeared even more radiant and beautiful.
After the party ended and the guests were sent off, Li Chen and Miss Liu also returned to their room.
Once in bed, Miss Liu curiously pulled Li Chen and asked about Disneyland.
Li Chen didn't hide it from her: "The conditions for this are not yet mature, but in a few years, both our film market and tourism market will make it impossible for Robert to refuse."
Miss Liu flipped over, suddenly straddling Li Chen, and inflicted "cruel punishment" on him: "Were you planning this all along?"
Li Chen's lower body reacted, and he arched his back, pushing Miss Liu beneath him with a mischievous look: "Yes! But not for Disney, for you!"
With that, his fingers moved, tearing off Miss Liu's extra clothing.
He roughly kneaded her buttocks twice.
Miss Liu also enthusiastically wrapped her arms around Li Chen's neck and gave him a passionate kiss.
Both were in high spirits, and after exhausting themselves, they fell into a deep sleep together.
While they were still asleep, the birthday party from that night was already online.
Several major domestic portals immediately reposted the news.
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Reposted from Hollywood Report
Chiyou Films CEO Tim Smith and Chinese director Li Chen hosted a grand birthday party for Chinese actress Crystal Liu at a luxurious estate named Crystal Wu on Hollywood Boulevard.
The event was attended by many big stars, with German dance group Moving Fairies and American pop singer Britney, among others, performing live.
Below the news were photos of Crystal Wu and pictures of various celebrities from that night.
Especially prominent was a photo of Li Chen, Liu Yifei, Tim, and Robert chatting and laughing.
Gossip media also revealed that this luxurious estate, valued at 25.5 million US dollars, is currently owned by Liu Xiaoli and was purchased in 2005.
This caused an uproar among netizens and within the industry.
"Britney's appearance fee is at least seven or eight hundred thousand US dollars! Li Chen is indeed extravagant!"
"Crystal Princess Crystal Wu! Is anyone still saying that Li Chen and Fairy Sister fell in love because of a play?"
"Purchased in 2005, that means they might have been together a long time ago, and he even won over the mother-in-law!"
"You all wronged Big Liu before; it turns out there's someone else who's a female celebrity sniper!"
"I've been on countless dates in my life, but this is the first time I've seen such a straightforward and crude way of winning over the mother-in-law like Li Chen's. I've learned a lot!"
"Her godfather gave her Red Star House and Fangfei Garden for her coming-of-age ceremony, and her boyfriend gave her Crystal Wu and a luxurious birthday party. She got all the good things; I want a godfather and a boyfriend too!"
"I just checked, that white man is the new head of Disney. Could Panda be collaborating with Disney?"
The online discussions were endless, and Li Chen's blog was once again flooded with comments.
Liu Yifei's fans, unwilling to scold her, all flocked to Li Chen's blog to vent.
"You scoundrel, so you had ulterior motives all along!"
"It's better to be with you than with a godfather. If you dare to be a heartbreaker, I'll send pineapples to your house!"
"Tell me, when did you start setting your sights on our Fairy Sister!"
Yang Siwei and the others all stayed at Crystal Wu. Waking up early, Yang Siwei received many messages and missed calls.
Checking online, well, now there was no need to hide anymore.
Li Chen and Liu Yifei had also woken up.
The group, including Liu's Mother, had breakfast together.
Liu's Mother also learned a thing or two about the online discussions from Yang Siwei.
Even she was dragged into it. Liu's Mother, feeling uneasy, asked: "Li Chen, won't this kind of online discussion be bad?"
Li Chen knew what she was worried about and said with a smile: "Auntie, what the netizens are saying isn't wrong. To win Xi Xi over, I definitely had to get past you first."
"Back then, when I was penniless, I really didn't dare to see you."
"As for those nasty words, don't take them seriously. Taking them seriously will only make you unhappy."
Liu's Mother gave Li Chen a glare, not knowing what to say.
Liu Yifei also secretly pinched Li Chen under the table, her eyes clearly saying: "It's all your fault; you made Mom upset too."
Shu Chang laughed heartily, but was immediately glared at by Li Chen and quieted down.
Seeing that Liu's Mother's brow was still furrowed, Li Chen stood up and went to open his computer: "Alright, alright, I'll say a few words to stop these idle people from buzzing endlessly."
Liu Yifei, Shu Chang, and the others stood up and curiously gathered behind Li Chen, watching him open his blog.
He typed out a line of text with a flurry of keys.
"My love for her was never an impulse, but a long-planned intention…"
"Beginning in 2002, ending at the end of the world!"
Liu Yifei, standing behind him, was stunned.