Chapter 647: Chapter 407: Someone Has to Do the Unpleasant Things (5200 words)_3

Everything seemed predestined.

Harrison Clark: “Yes, you’re good at this. But we need to focus on another matter.”

Avril Green: “What?”

Harrison Clark: “Our engagement.”

“Huh?”

Harrison sighed, “A harmonious and stable family is important for politicians. For you to make a strong step forward, we need a nominal family. We’ve already announced our engagement, so if we break it off publicly in five years according to the original plan, it could affect your rise to prominence.”

Avril thought for a moment, “I guess it’s not that big of a deal, no need to be perfect. I don’t think it’s a huge problem.”

Harrison recalled what he had read in the historical materials.

Avril’s life was hindered by negative rumors when she only focused on her artistic path. It was not until years later that her diaries were unearthed and her “end times prophecy” was proven true, clearing her name as a member of Solution.

If she were to enter politics, she would need a more impeccable image. So the negative impact might be greater than imagined.

She had already sacrificed so much; there was no need to create additional difficulties for her.

Harrison gritted his teeth, “Fine, I’ve changed my mind. We won’t publicly break off the engagement in five years. Let others guess the truth.”

Avril: “What about your wedding with Carrie Thomas?”

Harrison Clark: “We’ll cross that bridge when we come to it. Adapt as things unfold. Once you’ve reached a high enough position, we’ll find a way.”

Avril: “I need to talk to Carrie about this.”

“No, I’ll go.”

Avril firmly refused, “No way, you don’t understand women. It’s better if I go.”

The two argued for a while, and Harrison finally agreed to let Avril handle the communication.

The next morning at 8 o’clock, Harrison found out the result as soon as he woke up.

It went smoother than he expected.

Carrie Thomas didn’t think much of it, saying while having breakfast, “I agree with Avril. You’re not interested in politics; your focus should be on bigger things beyond the constraints. Among the six members of Solution, one must hold office in order to integrate resources and select talents comprehensively. Nobody else but Avril could do it.”

Harrison: “But…”

“Hey, don’t mention it. I know she likes you, and she should know that I know. It’s not important. I don’t think there’s any conspiracy in her proposal. Avril isn’t that kind of person, and there’s no need.”

Harrison: “Um…”

“Don’t feel burdened. I really don’t like being bothered with such things. I like you, but I cannot expect the entire world not to like you. I can’t do it. It’s not worth my time to protect against this or that.”

Carrie waved her hand, ending the discussion.

Compared to Harrison’s cautious approach, it seemed both women were more indifferent to their feelings, and equally straightforward.

Mr. Clark thought about it.

Perhaps character does determine fate.

In the first timeline, Avril couldn’t really be called a world-renowned figure, but she had made her mark in history.

As for Carrie, there’s no need for further elaboration.

The personalities of these two women were quite distinct, each with their own merits.

Compared to them, in the first timeline, he himself…

Pathetic, not even managing to achieve the status of a famous neighbor.

So there must be some flaws in his character; otherwise, he wouldn’t have been so humble in the beginning.

After breakfast, Carrie returned to Mason Academy and Harrison continued writing “Planning” and new technology summaries.

While working, he received a phone call.

The caller was rather unexpected.

Director James Diaz had heard that Harrison was in Carlisle and invited him to visit the Hollywood set and discuss a new film script.

Previously, director James personally invited Harrison to play a Japanese character with a lot of action scenes in his new film, but was declined.

At the time, Harrison had promised to show James the screenplay and if it didn’t satisfy him, he could even play a Korean character.

Back then, James thought Harrison was just being polite, but recently, the matter had gradually moved forward.

About two or three weeks ago, Julia Lambert asked Summit Ventures–North America Branch to contact James and deliver the first sci-fi movie screenplay “Across the Starry Sky” to him.

After reading it, James was very interested indeed.

Of course, considering James’ slow and steady working style, the whole process from interest to signing, to fundraising, setting up the crew, launching the opening ceremony, shooting, editing, and finally releasing would not be one or two years, and there were many steps to complete.

In the previous timeline, “Across the Starry Sky” took more than four years to complete—from fundraising to release and box office success, which happened in 2025. However, at that time in June 2020, Harrison was not in Carlisle, and their communication took place four months later in London.

James’s new film was still in production, and he was stationed in the Second Film and Television City, located 60 kilometers northwest of downtown Carlisle.

Harrison was quite interested in visiting the shooting site of one of the best film directors of the 20th and 21st centuries, so he left right after hanging up.

Since it was a last-minute plan, he didn’t bother waiting for the driver and decided to drive his own Ford GT supercar out.

Yes, he had just received his UK driving license, so he could drive himself.

While abroad, he represented the image of his country and endeavored to be a law-abiding Chinese citizen.

Hollywood in Carlisle had long represented the pinnacle of the global film industry, with a well-established industry chain, and a vast array of talents with clear division of labor.

The Screenwriters Association, investors association, various film and television post-production companies, agency companies, distribution companies, and the headquarters or important branches of film enterprises were all spread throughout the area.

Several influential film studios built and controlled by media conglomerates, financial groups, and wealthy families had a long history, ranging from a hundred years to several decades. These were also the most technologically advanced modern film bases in the world today.

The Second Film and Television City, though called the second, was actually the largest and most technologically advanced film studio in the entire Hollywood area. In addition to various modern shooting venues and a wealth of professional support for film and television production, it had also developed into a prosperous small town with hundreds of thousands of residents.

It was 10 a.m. when Harrison arrived.

He parked his car in the parking lot outside James’s set.

Luxury cars were everywhere.

The valuable Ford GT sports car hardly stood out, appearing quite low-key.

As soon as he reached the entrance of the set, he saw James approaching in an electric cart.

The old man appeared preoccupied, his eyebrows furrowed, looking full of worries.