Chapter 610

In the evening, in Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Charles Capet and Kristen Stewart attended a party at the Chateau Marmont Hotel.

"Hey, that's David Beckham!" Kristen Stewart and Charles sat on the sofa, and they saw the Beckhams in the distance.

Charles also glanced over. Indeed, it was them.

"What's next on your schedule?" Charles asked.

"Running promotions, marketing the film, and filming! Each year I do one Twilight movie, and usually one or two other film projects," Kristen Stewart said, taking a sip of her drink.

After Twilight Saga: Eclipse premiered in November, they would immediately start filming The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1. Kristen Stewart had to participate in other filming and promotional activities, keeping her schedule quite busy and fulfilling!

Charles sighed, "A bit of a pity..."

"Why? Feeling nostalgic these days?" Kristen Stewart leaned over to Charles' ear.

"Too bad Blake had to go promote Gossip Girl Season 4; otherwise, you could've enjoyed this a bit longer!" she teased.

Charles chuckled, "You don't like it?"

"I don't care. Next time, you can find someone else to join in if you want!" Kristen Stewart shrugged.

Charles nodded, "There will be opportunities."

Charles quickly thought of the four Hollywood starlets from the magazine earlier: Emma Roberts, Kristen Stewart, Blake Lively, and Amanda Seyfried!

"Alright, I need to go say hi to some people. Want to head back with me tonight?" Kristen Stewart stood up and asked.

"Of course, let's go to your place tonight!"

Kristen Stewart nodded and left. After that, Charles ran into Kate Beckinsale at the party.

"Charles, congratulations! NBC spent more than 10 billion to secure the broadcasting rights for NCAA. It's all over the papers," Kate Beckinsale said, giving Charles a hug.

"Has The Green Hornet finished filming?" Charles asked.

"Last month, it wrapped up. We're in post-production now, and the movie is looking good with plenty of comedic elements," Kate Beckinsale smiled.

"It's even more fun than Click!" she said.

Click was a few years old, a comedy starring Adam Sandler and Kate Beckinsale. Although compared to The Green Hornet's action-comedy elements, there were bound to be differences.

"I thought you went to the Venice Film Festival?" Charles smiled.

"Lily has come to America, so I've been with her for a few days. I'll head over afterward," Kate Beckinsale mentioned that her daughter, Lily, was now ten years old.

Charles nodded, "Why not have Lily study in the U.S.? Easier for you to take care of her!"

"She has many friends in the UK and doesn't want to leave them," Kate Beckinsale mentioned her daughter with a smile.

Over the past few years, with Charles' help, Kate Beckinsale's career flourished, and money flowed in. Her daughter Lily's life was well arranged. As Charles' exclusive lover, Kate Beckinsale was quite satisfied, with all needs, physical and emotional, met!

Suddenly, Kate Beckinsale spoke up, "Charles, David and Victoria are coming over."

David Beckham and Victoria Beckham approached. They were friends with Kate Beckinsale. As for Charles, he wasn't that familiar with the couple, only acquaintances.

They quickly exchanged pleasantries and started chatting. David Beckham had been on loan from LA Galaxy to AC Milan for the past two years to participate in the World Cup. Unfortunately, in March, David Beckham got injured in Serie A, missing the England squad for the World Cup, attending as an England FA official instead. England was knocked out by Germany in the round of 16, missing the quarterfinals!

"David, are you all healed now?" Charles asked with a smile.

David Beckham nodded, "Yes, fully recovered now. I'll be able to play in the remaining 7 MLS matches; I'll be on the field for the LA Galaxy vs. Columbus Crew match on the 11th!"

"Great, the people of Los Angeles must be thrilled to see you back," Charles said, spreading some good cheer.

Last year, David Beckham spent the first half of the year on loan to AC Milan until the season ended, returning to LA Galaxy to boos; This year again, he went on loan to AC Milan in January; and had just recovered from injury after a month-long break; Fans might be eagerly waiting, but there could be quite a few waiting to boo him!

"Charles, congrats on Miami FC signing Thierry Henry! He's one of the best players in the world," David Beckham acknowledged that while he joined MLS mostly for commercial reasons, stars like Henry joining must have a positive impact.

Charles looked at David Beckham meaningfully, "David, who knows, one day you might be an MLS owner..."

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Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles was hosting the regular season game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. This stadium, located in the hills of northern Los Angeles, had always been a symbol of the city's spirit.

More than 50,000 spectators heated up the atmosphere. Baseball truly was America's second favorite sport, just after football!

Alan H. Selig, the current president of the MLB, was sitting with Charles Capet in a private box, enjoying the game.

With the stadium offering a panoramic view of Los Angeles, Charles remarked, "No wonder Dodger Stadium has become one of Los Angeles' iconic landmarks!"

Alan H. Selig chuckled and replied, "Charles, you're a Los Angeles native; it must hold a special place for you."

"Isn't Frank McCourt in the middle of a divorce from his wife? They're dividing their assets, and the Dodgers aren't in great financial shape," Charles said flatly.

"The Dodgers should be managed by someone local to Los Angeles," he added.

"If Frank truly can't manage the Dodgers anymore, his first choice will definitely be a local businessman," Alan H. Selig smiled.

"CSE owns teams in the NFL and NBA; they definitely have the capability to make the Dodgers great again," Alan H. Selig continued.

"But, Frank and his wife's divorce proceedings are still ongoing, and we don't have evidence of his financial troubles," he added.

Dona Williams had inquired Frank McCourt about Los Angeles Dodgers for Charles, but McCourt didn't seem interested in selling the Dodgers.

Alan H. Selig's words meant nothing to Charles. Cities like New York and Los Angeles never lacked buyers for their sports teams; it always came down to a bidding war with the highest offer winning.

Charles gestured to the fans around them. "You can tell from the fans' reactions. Can't the league put a little pressure on?"

Alan H. Selig knew all too well about the Dodgers' state. But without Frank McCourt making a serious mistake, what pressure could the league exert?

"Charles, you should have a serious talk with Frank McCourt," Alan H. Selig advised.

Given Charles Capet's Hollywood background, his involvement would certainly help boost the league's notoriety.

Sports and entertainment naturally go hand in hand.

"Alright," Charles nodded. How could he buy what he wanted for the least amount of money? He really wanted the goods but didn't want to pay the price.

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