[Chapter 311: Nicole Kidman Wants to Join the Inner Circle]
After discussing the TV network acquisition strategy, Linton continued to focus on filming the music videos. During the shoot of the last two songs, despite the lead actress's various attempts to seduce and entice him -- even sneaking into Linton's trailer at noon -- they ultimately failed to get into his bed and left feeling frustrated.
It wasn't that they weren't beautiful or sexy enough. The truth was, Linton was surrounded by so many gorgeous women that it was like the saying, "Once you've seen the ocean, no other water will do; once you know the real thing, everything else pales in comparison." That was exactly his reality now.
Though Vivian Chow had already gone on a promotional tour arranged by Universal, his home was graced by the likes of Madonna and Kate Winslet -- gorgeous beauties in their own right.
Besides, as long as he was in Los Angeles, other women would quietly come by at night. There were exciting parties every day, so other temptations were less effective on him.
...
But on the very day he finished shooting the music video, he got a call from Nicole Kidman inviting him to spend the evening together at the Four Seasons Hotel.
The last time they dated was back in November of the previous year. After returning from India, Nicole had called him several times, but he was too busy to make time until now.
Considering she had been divorced for over five months, it felt a bit unreasonable to refuse her again, so he readily agreed.
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Following the usual routine, Linton asked his assistant to book a room on the same floor as Nicole at the Four Seasons.
After filming, Danny drove him straight into the hotel's underground garage. Linton took the elevator to the 13th floor, and entered the room Nicole had prepared.
Upon entering, Linton saw dinner set up on the dining table with a bottle of red wine opened.
Before he could move toward the table, Nicole threw herself into his arms and passionately kissed him.
Faced with such a stunning beauty, Linton embraced her warmly and returned the kiss.
"Darling, love me now," Nicole whispered breathlessly, squirming in his arms.
"You prepared dinner already. Shouldn't we eat first?"
"You bad boy, you didn't visit me for so long. I couldn't wait anymore; I want to have you first."
"Then let's see who wins."
Linton lifted Nicole and walked into the inner room, with both exchanging passionate words along the way.
Soon, sweet and joyful laughter filled the room...
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Two hours later, as they rested, Nicole lay on top of Linton, her face flushed, her delicate hands stroked his chest unconsciously.
"Honey, you're amazing. Being with you feels wonderful."
"Baby, you're amazing too."
"Then why have you been so heartless for so long, not coming to see me?"
"I've just been really busy lately."
"No matter how busy you are, you can't ignore me for ten whole months. Do you know how I managed?"
"Alright, this time it was special. You should know I traveled alone for half a year recently, and when I came back, there were so many things piled up."
"But it's been over a month since you returned. Why didn't you respond when I asked you out before?"
"Didn't I just say that? Being away for six months caused a backlog at the company. Just now, I've sorted things out and came to be with you."
"I don't care. Do you know how I survived these ten months? I haven't had sex for 10 months. It's like being a widow. Look, my skin has aged; you have to make it up to me."
"What do you want as compensation?"
"I have two requests," Nicole said happily, planting a kiss on Linton.
"Oh? Tell me."
"First, you have to spend three consecutive nights with me this time."
"No problem, I can agree to that. What's the second?" Thinking of the wonderful moments they just shared, and how much accumulated popularity he hadn't absorbed, Linton agreed eagerly.
"Great," Nicole responded, flipping over to lie fully on him, kissing him sweetly. "Second, I want to move into your estate."
"Move into my estate?"
"Yeah, I've been divorced for nearly half a year as you asked. You can't just abandon me now, can you?"
"I didn't say I would abandon you, but aren't you worried about media speculation and fans' reactions if you live there?"
"What does it matter? The media and fans can't stop me from finding another boyfriend."
"But I can't publicly acknowledge you as my girlfriend."
"Why not?"
"You know I have a lot of women around me. I can't acknowledge anyone officially; otherwise, what about the others? Haven't I never formally admitted to having a girlfriend?"
"You bad boy, womanizer. So what do you suggest? I can't keep dating you secretly every few months like before."
"That's unnecessary. Let me ask you a question first."
"What question? Why is it so mysterious?"
"Are you sure you want to be loyal to me from now on?"
"Absolutely, do you doubt it?"
"Even with many women around me, you wouldn't mind?"
"As long as you are sincere with me, I don't care."
"Alright, then join my inner circle and be one of my girlfriends."
"Inner circle? How many girlfriends do you have now?"
"Including you, eighteen."
"Eighteen? Wow, that's a lot. Can you handle that many? Can your body take it?" Nicole was shocked, even though she had been somewhat prepared.
"Don't worry. You know how strong I am."
"But can you really spend time with all of them? If it's one per day, in a month, some won't even get two days."
"It's not like that. Whenever anyone is free, we can all go to my estate to party together."
"Party together? You're the only male lead."
"Right, didn't you want to join before?"
"The issue is, partying every night -- can your body last?"
"Trust me, I've been blessed by God with special abilities."
"That's true. After being with you, I look younger, feel energetic. Do you really have magic?"
"Magic? You can say that. Anyway, no need to worry about my health."
"Okay, I'll join."
"But first, I have two conditions."
"What conditions?"
"First, loyalty -- no relations with other men from now on.
Second, members of the inner circle must care for each other. Conflicts should be solved openly and peacefully, with no backstabbing or fighting."
"Can they all do that?"
"They must. If not, they can leave anytime. Anyone violating the rules will be immediately removed."
"Alright, I accept. I'm already hooked on you."
"Good. Tomorrow I'll take you to the estate and introduce you to the other ladies."
"No, you promised these three days are just for me."
"Okay, then we go after three days."
Nicole was about to reply when a sudden rumble from her stomach embarrassed her, and she buried her head in Linton's chest.
"Don't be shy, I'm hungry too. Let's go eat out."
"Then carry me to the dining room."
"Sure thing."
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