Chapter 388

By the end of June, the 2008 UEFA European Championship took place in Austria and Switzerland. In the final match, Spain narrowly defeated Germany by one goal to take the championship.

27 Dresses had been in theaters for over half a month and grossed over $60 million in North America alone. The international markets where it was released later surpassed $50 million!

Director Anne Fletcher started preparing her next film, The Proposal. It's true what they say, "When it rains, it pours."

In a luxurious home in the Westlake Village area north of Los Angeles, Charles Capet embraced Scarlett Johansson as they sat on the couch watching sports news on TV.

"This is just a replay!" Scarlett Johansson occasionally appeared courtside at NBA games, and the TV was broadcasting a replay of the 2008 NBA Draft held at Madison Square Garden in New York.

"Yeah, it's a replay. I forgot to watch it the other day," Charles patted the lady in his arms.

Looking at Derrick Rose, Kevin Love, and Russell Westbrook, Charles felt an even stronger desire to own an NBA club.

The Seattle SuperSonics had picked Kevin Durant second overall last year and took Russell Westbrook with the fifth pick this year.

Kevin Durant had already played one season in the league, appearing in 80 regular season games his rookie year. He averaged points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks per game, with a shooting percentage of 43%.

He was named Western Conference Rookie of the Month five times and was ultimately selected for the All-Rookie First Team and named Rookie of the Year.

In admiration, Charles glanced down again at the stunning woman in his lap. With her 32D bust, she definitely had the kind of allure that could make Kevin Durant exclaim he wanted to drink her bath water.

Years ago, before Kevin Durant entered the league, Charles had already been mulling over whether to save some bathwater when bathing with Scarlett Johansson.

"What's up?" Scarlett looked up and gave Charles a kiss. "Haven't you had enough after all these years?"

"No, I just heard that last year's second overall pick is a fan of yours - the young guy picked by the SuperSonics!" Charles replied.

"I've got lots of fans," Scarlett Johansson laughed. "But aren't the SuperSonics moving this year?"

Charles nodded. "Yes, they're moving from Seattle, Washington to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Next season, there will be no Seattle SuperSonics, only the Oklahoma City Thunder!"

From the 2005-06 to the 2006-07 season, Oklahoma City's Ford Center Arena served as the home court for the New Orleans Hornets for two seasons.

New Orleans was severely damaged by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, forcing the Hornets to relocate for two years before returning last year.

Oklahoma City spent millions of dollars renovating the Ford Center Arena to welcome the SuperSonics.

"So, which team are you eyeing?" Scarlett Johansson, aware of Charles' dream of owning an NBA team, inquired.

"Teams in Los Angeles would be ideal, but neither the Lakers nor the Clippers are for sale. The Knicks and the Heat are also good options, but their owners are wealthy too," Charles admitted. "I already own the Miami Dolphins, so wanting the Miami Heat isn't far-fetched, is it?"

The owner of the Miami Heat is the head of Carnival Cruise Lines. Their family has owned the Heat for years!

"Are there no other options?" Scarlett asked again.

"Sure, but so far, no owners have shown any interest in selling. I guess I'll have to wait until the economic crisis hits harder," Charles replied.

Charles was about to head to England and needed to keep an eye on Arsenal's summer transfers.

"By the way, Mamma Mia! is premiering next month. It's releasing in Europe before North America, right?" Charles remembered that Scarlett Johansson was back to promote her film.

"Yes," Scarlett nodded. "It will have its world premiere in London. It will be released in Europe a week before North America and then expand to a wider release.

By the way, Iron Man 2's scenes are wrapped. The movie is in post-production, and we'll just need to cooperate during promotions," she added.

The effects-heavy Iron Man 2 would take around seven to eight months to complete. It was scheduled for release in the summer of next year, giving them ample time.

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen had started filming earlier, with plenty of special effects as well. Everything should be wrapped up around February or March of next year.

The Incredible Hulk reboot was the latest, with a November release next year. That gave them plenty of time, too.

"When are you heading to England?" Charles was ready to go soon.

"As soon as I get word from the film crew. I have promotional events in several European cities before coming back to the U.S. for promotions," Scarlett explained. After promoting Mamma Mia!, she would dive right into promoting Vicky Cristina Barcelona.

"Do you want to come with me first?" Charles kissed her cheek as he asked.

Shaking her head, Scarlett replied, "I need to record in the studio. I'm releasing an album this year!"

Charles rubbed his forehead, indeed remembering that Scarlett was planning to release an album this year. Almost forgot.

"I'll have to stay in the U.S. to record the album when I'm not promoting movies. I can sing, you know!" Scarlett wrapped her arms around Charles's neck affectionately.

"This year, a lot of artists from our record company are releasing albums," Charles acknowledged. Although he didn't consider Scarlett a professional singer, she was still capable of releasing an album.

"Fine, once we get some free time, I'll take you abroad for a vacation," Scarlett said, kissing Charles on the ear.

"You can even bring someone else to date with, you know I don't mind!"

Charles sensed a hint of excitement in Scarlett's voice. He jokingly whispered in her ear, "What if it's not Keira or Eva?"

"You can also ask Britney or Megan," Scarlett replied nonchalantly, climbing atop Charles.

"As long as you don't mind dying in a woman's arms!"

Immediately, Scarlett passionately kissed Charles, intense and fiery.

Feeling Scarlett's kisses trailing down his neck, Charles pulled off her T-shirt, with Scarlett raising her arms to help.

Once her T-shirt was off, Scarlett continued what she was doing, leading to her chest being completely freed. Charles then flipped her over onto the sofa...

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