From Hollywood to Media Empire

On the afternoon of January 15th, the 69th Golden Globe Awards were grandly held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles.

The old-fashioned black-and-white silent film, The Artist, distributed by Capet's Focus Features, was nominated for six awards, including Best Musical or Comedy, making it the big winner of this year's Golden Globe nominations!

But, Charles, who didn't even bother to pay attention to the Oscars, certainly wasn't particularly interested in the Golden Globes either.

However, The Artist still won three major awards: Best Musical or Comedy Film, Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy, and Best Original Score.

"Pregnant?" Charles asked, holding Scarlett Johansson in his arms, "Since when?"

"Two months now," Scarlett Johansson said with a calm expression while lying on Charles.

"And you were just so wild right now?" Charles held his forehead with his hand, "Isn't it said that pregnant women should avoid sex in the first three months?"

"Well, that situation just now, I couldn't help it! Besides, it's not a big deal, it's fine!" Scarlett Johansson said while lying on the bed.

"Alright, you are planning to keep it, right?" Charles asked.

"Of course," Scarlett Johansson bit Charles's shoulder, "With a child, even if you're not around, the child will be with me. I'll take care of this child first!"

Scarlett Johansson knew Charles didn't want to get married right now, and if she left Charles in the future, she probably wouldn't get custody of the child.

Charles Capet's current wealth meant his children would inherit substantial estates, and Scarlett Johansson wanted to have a child by Charles for her security.

"Uh, rest assured, I will set up a fund for our child once the baby is born. No matter what, the child won't lack money," Charles thought that he should set up a fund for each of his children.

"We'll see about the future when it comes. Who knows when you'll settle down? You already have so many women, and you're still not satisfied?" Scarlett Johansson had known Charles for years and understood him well.

At least, Charles certainly wouldn't mistreat his women, especially now that there was a child involved!

"Hehe," Charles laughed, then lowered his head and started kissing the woman on the chest.

Scarlett Johansson was pregnant, yet there was no news of Anne Hathaway being pregnant. They hadn't used any precautions lately.

In late January, the Oscar committee announced the nomination list at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater:

Director Martin Scorsese fulfilled his childhood dream by directing the movie Hugo, based on the famous children's novel of the same name, earning 11 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director.

Meanwhile, the French silent film The Artist, which had been shining throughout the award season, also earned 10 nominations. Compared to Hugo, which had no acting nominations, The Artist did much better!

Since Charles had promised to help Anne Hathaway win this year's Best Actress Oscar, he approved a considerable amount of PR expenses for Silver Linings Playbook.

However, Silver Linings Playbook was indeed worth it. Although Anne Hathaway only got a nomination at the Golden Globes, the movie itself did excellent at the box office.

Right now, Silver Linings Playbook had grossed over $100 million in North America and over $200 million worldwide, making it a huge success for a low-budget drama film.

...

In her Beverly Hills villa bedroom, Charles lay on Anne Hathaway's back, panting, and said, "Having met so many Oscar committee members this time, Silver Linings Playbook should guarantee you a win. At least, your performance in Silver Linings Playbook deserves it!"

"Yeah," Anne Hathaway responded randomly while lying on the bed.

"Whew," before long, Charles carried the woman into the bathroom with him.

"As long as I don't end up like Gwyneth Paltrow, who was ridiculed by almost every media outlet for winning with Shakespeare in Love," Anne Hathaway said, leaning against Charles.

"It won't be, this time it's just Meryl Streep in The Iron Lady who's a strong contender. Either of you winning would be reasonable," Charles comforted. "Rest assured, if it's not you, it'll still be you!"

...

At the end of the year, Skyfall, another global hit, grossed over $1 billion, earning $300 million in North America and $700 million overseas in just a month.

MGM was so thrilled that they threw a celebration party at the Waterworld Hotel in Universal Studios, even Brian L. Roberts specially invited Charles!

"Another work bringing in over $1 billion globally," Steve Burke said, full of admiration.

Charles just smiled and didn't say much because tonight, MPAA Chairman Christopher Dodd was also present.

"Charles, China and the US have signed a new film import agreement," Christopher Dodd told Charles as they moved to a meeting room, handing him a document. "It's signed by the leaders of both countries and will be announced in a few days!"

"Finally, something good done. Last year, China's annual box office was $2 billion, and with a 30% yearly growth rate, it should be $2.6 billion this year. China's market will soon become the second-largest film market globally, right after the US!"

Charles put down the document and smiled.

"Charles, Capet Pictures' Shanghai Universal Resort has contributed significantly too," Christopher Dodd reminded him. "Washington won't forget Capet's role in promoting trade between the two countries!"

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