Despite their mental preparation - the script was world-class, the director world-renowned, even the acting newcomer Jesse Smith was a powerhouse - they were still shocked speechless when they saw the half-finished film, stammering and distracted. How could there be such an amazingly brilliant movie in this world? The realistic special effects immersed you right in it, while the filming techniques completely defied human comprehension. This was surely an unprecedented magnum opus!Did I really act in this movie? How did I do so well!No no no, actually my acting wasn't as good as Jesse Smith's!It must have been Jesse Smith's filming skills that were far beyond my acting, completely covering up any flaws.These internet celebrity hosts all covered their mouths with their hands. Could they rocket to fame with this movie and step into the entertainment circle to become huge stars?On August 27th, Age of Immortal Heroes passed the review of six dumbfounded reviewers, who also unanimously
Ava was very very disappointed, even more disappointed than she felt about Evan looking down on her. After all, this movie was a chance to rocket to fame. She definitely hoped Evan would have an even better future than her. But Evan didn't get this opportunity.Soon however, her disappointment turned to hope - Evan was the hero of her heart. One day he would stand atop the world, armor clad and mounted on a rainbow cloud!If he missed this chance, then wait a period of time for the next opportunity. He would eventually stand at the peak looking down on all things!"Ava, stop standing around in a daze, the presser is about to start!"Adam supported the distracted Ava and brought her backstage. He could see her dejection, but didn't understand why Evan kept deceiving this kind girl. He couldn't help shaking his head - perhaps Mr. Smith had his own considerations.After Ava entered backstage, Michelle, Paige, Violet and crew members also trickled in one by one. All of them looked excited
The emcees bristled in shock. "Who are you?""Does it matter who I am?" Sean glanced dismissively at them. "What matters is you've pissed off our boss. Have you even seen our trailer yet? Watch first, then decide!"With that, he waved Ava, Michelle, Paige, Violet and the others off the stage to take seats in the audience, leaving just himself at the podium."Want to bully our company's girls? Our boss says no way!" Sean scoffed.Evan nodded approvingly. "Sean knows my mind well.""Hmph, as you wish - roll the trailer!"The emcees crossed their arms skeptically. "Put it on the big screen!"On the stadium's giant screens, the trailer for Age of Immortal Heroes began to play, capturing the attention and cameras of all present, including the TikTok and YouTube livestreams.The trailer opened with the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas, a fantastical immortal landscape of misty peaks and soaring clouds, striking a chord in the hearts of viewers who harbored dreams of a mythical world.
The real money sink was market penetration. TikTok was aggressively securing screens for the premiere across Elysia's 338 cities, paying top dollar to monopolize the 5pm-11pm golden time slots in major theaters.Money paves the way - over $8 billion spent on theater bookings exemplified their extravagant style!August 26 - premiere day.A movie theater in Elysia.4:46pm.The seconds ticked by as Ava, Michelle, Paige and Violet's fans lined up outside in anticipation, abuzz with excitement."Why isn't it 5pm yet? I can't wait!""Hope it's as good as the trailer!""So thrilled to finally see Violet on the big screen in my lifetime!"In truth, these diehard fans were a minority. Livestream popularity doesn't directly translate to box office draw. With Elysia's enormous population, most people tuning into the livestream press conference were still unfamiliar with Age of Immortal Heroes.So the vast majority milling about the lobbies were casual moviegoers, cash in hand but still wavering.
"3 years?" Evan scoffed. By then, he'd have long failed the mission."Yes, seems we're also limiting their films here. Many hit European movies already screened there, but zero news here in Elysia." Evan cut him off. "Get a 720p high definition copy of our film and just upload it to social media!""Mr. Smith wants us to use piracy to conquer foreign markets?"Adam understood, but was confused. "Wouldn't that mean no earnings for TikToc, just boosting pirates?""Who says that!" Evan chuckled. "I said 720p right? Facebook has 2.5 billion users. If people make enough fuss, I bet foreign theaters will pressure their governments to let them license and show it - capitalists won't pass up any chance to profit!""Got it! I'll get right on it. Devin's our resident hacker, he'll handle it.""Oh?" Evan smiled knowingly on the call. "I might know some hacker friends too, but this is small time. Wouldn't want to bother them and lose face."Adam had an epiphany. "Mr. Smith, you were behind the nu
"Huh? School's starting already?""Yup, tomorrow's the first day! Feels like our 10 day Himalayas trip was just yesterday." Girls tended to be sentimental about time flying.But her words reminded Evan of the earthquake day. He flushed, realizing he hadn't had a chance to test out his Bedroom Technique power yet. What a shame... Ava had such long, shapely legs too..."So will you still be my date for the Gala?" Ava brought him back on track, derailing his wandering thoughts."Hmm? You want me to come?"Evan cleared his throat to compose himself. "If you want me there, I'll come. I'm the guy always napping in the last row anyway - even teachers ignore me.""Hey! You should make the most of school to learn while you can. It'll help a lot in future." Ava sincerely advised, though she knew his future would be golden regardless."Don't worry Ava, I'll be at your school's Welcome Gala," Evan yawned sleepily. "I'm tired now though, gonna sleep. Girls need beauty rest, but this handsome guy d
"No way!" Abbie regained her composure first. "Cars can be leased nowadays. Yours is leased too, right? Leasing a $23 million car isn't that expensive!""You clearly don't understand cars, Professor Rose!" Dunn lectured pedantically."Let me explain - leased cars max out at 5 years. With 30% down, that's $6.9 million upfront for this one. Minimum $260,000 monthly payments, not counting interest!"Everyone sucked in a shocked breath. Even the professors only earned $6,000 - $8,000 a month."I'm here to register, Professor," Evan calmly stepped around Dunn with a smile. "And just FYI, that car wasn't leased. It was bought in cash.""Evan, is that Pagani Zonda yours?" Vincent Dunn astutely noticed the information revealed in Evan's words, rendering him speechless."Evan, are you saying that car belongs to you?"Abbie Rose, Trinity, and those few students were filled with shock—how was this possible!Was this really the same Evan they knew? The broke loser student Evan from last semester,
"Should've just gone straight to student affairs for move-out procedures!" Evan murmured at the kettle alone in the corner."Heheh, the three broke losers are back! I heard someone talking about buying LOL skins as gifts? Hilarious, I must've misheard. How could destitutes afford skins?"Just as Evan finished, a horde of people crammed into the doorway, blocking it. He frowned, peering over—the last roommate had arrived!"Speak of the devil." Cameron and Joshua also grumbled softly.It was none other than Spencer Palmer, deemed the "Fake Prefect" in the dorm and class—flanked by over ten lackeys bought by his parents' money.The Palmer family was in prime real estate, top echelon in Lumina City, second only to the Daisys. Reputedly open to both light and shadow. Spencer himself was opportunistic, a bully but a coward. Devious and insidious!"Yeah, I did say I would buy skins for my roommates and get them the latest iPhone 15 Pro Max. What about it?"Evan looked at the horde blocking