The Best Actor in the Vase of Meiyu

Chapter 1877 Head-on Confrontation
The air is burning.

Screams, cheers, shouts, and frenzy filled the air, creating a surging wave of noise that constantly reminded everyone that this was a public place and that countless eyes were watching their every move.

Without warning, Frank looked at Anson, a smile lingering on his lips.

Ryan: Oh no.

The alarm went off, and Ryan was plunged into a vortex of frustration, hardly believing he had been dragged into such trouble. But the next second, he saw the smug gleam in Frank's eyes as he looked down at him with a smug gaze.

It landed on Anson.

Ryan immediately realized that Frank had come prepared.

This is a trap. Regardless of whether Ryan brings up the Oscars, Frank has had his sights set on Anson from the very beginning. The hunter's sole purpose in coming to the Golden Globes tonight may be to hunt this prey.

Recently, there has been much discussion about whether Anson will attend the Oscars, and Frank and the Academy he leads have been under tremendous pressure.

In retrospect, this was Frank's strategy: to checkmate someone in public.

Frank adopted a friendly and cordial attitude, extending an invitation in a generous manner, signifying that all past grievances were wiped clean and that the academy was now extending an olive branch, leaving the rest of the decision to Anson.

However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that Frank's strategy is essentially the same as last year's, just a change in name only.

Frank still looked down on Anson. His invitation was originally for Ryan, and Anson was just incidental. It was like a social situation where Frank originally planned to invite Ryan to the party, but unfortunately Anson was there and overheard. Left with no other choice, Frank could only invite Anson as well. If Anson knew what was good for him, he should have refused.

Condescending, arrogant and rude.

Frank didn't even mention "Anson" by name directly; it was really just something he said in passing.

The problem is that these details are hidden beneath the surface, and even reporters on the scene in the sweltering heat may not be able to clearly capture them, let alone viewers in front of their televisions. The situation is that Frank has taken the initiative to extend an olive branch, and now the choice and decision are in Anson's hands.

If Anson agrees, Frank and Oscar will easily gain the upper hand.

If Anson refuses, he will become a universally condemned sinner, while Frank and the Academy will escape unscathed.

With everyone watching, Anson was caught in a dilemma; in fact, the answer had already been written long ago—

Even if you break a tooth, you can only obediently swallow it.

As for Ryan?

He was just collateral damage.

It has to be said that experience counts. Frank's seemingly humbled demeanor was actually a subtle way of teaching the young and impetuous Anson a lesson once again.

And this is happening tonight, in a special setting.

The more frenzied the cheers at the Hilton Hotel right now, the more etched this lesson becomes in our minds.

Even though Anson is a superstar in the eyes of the general public, he still had to swallow his pride and arrogance and obediently bow his head in front of Frank and the rules of Hollywood.

Even if Anson humiliated Sony Columbia, so what? Frank could still easily tame it.

Wonderful, beyond words.

Of course, Anson wouldn't let this go easily. He couldn't swallow this insult, and his agent and PR team would likely launch a counterattack. But what happens next is another matter. Right now, in the present moment, Anson is facing a desperate situation with no other choice.

If Anson isn't careful, he could put himself in danger.

In a flash, Ryan's mind raced and he immediately understood.

But what should he do?
When whales fight, innocent bystanders are caught in the crossfire. He, a nobody, was swept up in the storm. Although no one else cared about his life or death, he did! Should he help Frank?
No, that's like asking a tiger for its skin. Helping Frank would only be icing on the cake after the deed is done; Frank wouldn't appreciate his contribution.

So, how about helping Anson?
How can we help? How can we get them out of this predicament?

In a short period of time, Ryan's brain started working at high speed. He trusted his intuition, his judgment, and his instincts; he had to show his explosive power.

A crisis can also be an opportunity. If he can control the situation, everyone will see his ability as a host, and he will become an overnight sensation.

In that fleeting moment, countless thoughts surged through my mind.

Think! Ryan, think!
However, Ryan paused for a moment, then immediately realized a terrifying reality—

When he starts thinking, it means he didn't react immediately and missed the opportunity. So what does that mean?
Ryan held his breath, then froze, staring blankly at Frank in front of him.

Then he saw Frank looking at Anson with confidence and smugness, a slight smile playing on his lips, but the smugness hidden within was slowly freezing and turning into embarrassment and awkwardness.

Following Frank's gaze, Ryan looked at Anson.

Anson...smiled.

He maintained a smile throughout, a calm and composed smile, as if he were listening intently to Frank and Ryan's conversation. He was just an insignificant passerby, simply passing by, not intending to participate or interrupt the conversation, quietly diminishing his presence and becoming an observer.

Smile, remain silent, observe.

Frank's olive branch withered away little by little.

Frank could hardly believe his eyes. Anson was standing there, completely unfazed, pretending to be crazy.
But Ryan realized something crucial, and clearly, the reporters, the audience, and everyone else passing by realized it too—

Frank did not mention the name "Anson".

It was indeed an invitation, but since it was a live television broadcast, it could be interpreted as Frank inviting a wide television audience to attend the Oscars.

Ultimately, Frank never formally invited Anson, so it's understandable that Anson didn't respond.

Frank tried to trick Anson, but Anson didn't fall for it. He neither accepted nor refused, and gave no response whatsoever, completely ignoring Frank.

High, it is high!

Now, it's Frank who's in a difficult situation.

If Frank were to casually mention Anson's name, it would be tantamount to lowering his arrogant head in front of the live camera and formally extending an invitation to Anson.

It's not incidental, not an addendum, not casual; it's a formal invitation.

Frank's carefully constructed momentum completely backfired, making the situation even more embarrassing than if he had personally invited Anson in private.

It would be better to just kill him.

But if Frank refuses to respond, it means his intentions will be fully exposed, all the filth, the depravity, and the dark secrets will be revealed to the world, and the previous media condemnations of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will be proven true. Their good days are just around the corner.

Unexpectedly, Anson managed to defuse the crisis!
When Ryan looked at Anson again, a hint of surprise appeared in his eyes.

Anson's courage in confronting the academy head-on, and his ability to adapt to changing circumstances, even threw Ryan off balance, never expecting Anson to remain so composed.

Silently and without warning, they completely took control of the situation.

(End of this chapter)