Hollywood Director 1992.

Chapter 463 Epstein's Curiosity

Subsequently, many wealthy individuals stated in interviews that they would donate most of their wealth to charity during their lifetime.

Link initially had a good public image as an inspirational figure. After he expressed his enthusiasm for charity, the public's perception of him improved even more, seeing him as a conscientious and responsible entrepreneur, and suggesting that Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and others learn from Link.

"Damn it! If this guy is going to donate all the money he earns, why doesn't he just quit the entertainment industry and let us make money? He doesn't need the money, but we desperately need it."

Harvey threw down the magazine with a look of jealousy on his face.

"Don't take it seriously! For a tycoon like him, donations are usually just a way to evade the 45% inheritance tax, not because he's genuinely passionate about charity. If he had such a strong sense of responsibility, he wouldn't have transferred so many assets overseas, making it difficult for people to investigate how much he actually has."

"I'm smoking a cigarette," Langmeyer said.

"That's right. Rich people like them will do anything to avoid taxes. I heard that in some places where people with the same surname can marry, rich fathers and sons use this method to evade taxes in order to avoid high inheritance taxes."

Barry Diller expressed his disdain, saying that to the common people, he was also a rich man and a wicked capitalist.

But to them, Link, Bill Gates and others are the truly evil capitalists.

"Is that so? The newspapers say that Link donated 6.25 million to multiple charitable foundations over the past two years. Is that true?" Harvey's eyes lit up, and he said excitedly, "Can we think of a way to hype up the idea that Link committed fraud and deceived the public?"

“Don’t waste time. This matter is definitely true, otherwise Link wouldn’t dare to expose it so publicly. What we should be monitoring is whether his future donations can be implemented. However, this guy has hidden a large amount of assets. The 90% of assets he mentioned are only the assets on the surface. The hidden assets may be the real majority.” Ron Mayer slowly exhaled smoke.

"That's true. Many newspapers estimate Link's net worth to be over 40 billion, but the Forbes rich list only counts 20 billion. This bastard has indeed hidden a lot of assets."

Harvey, realizing that Link still had over 20 billion dollars in his name after hiding a large amount of assets, couldn't help but curse Link as a wicked capitalist.

"Stop saying that."

Michael Ovitz tapped the table impatiently. "Speak up, why did you call me here?"

"Of course we need to find a way to deal with Link. Guess what? After the merger of the film company and MGM, it will definitely become more powerful. Also, Link's net worth is skyrocketing. If we don't find a way to deal with him, we'll all have to work for Link in the future."

Harvey said angrily.

"Deal with Link? Link is worth tens of billions now, and guess what, his film company has become even more powerful. What methods do you have to deal with him? If you don't, don't come to me about this kind of thing next time. It's a waste of time," Ovitz said with dissatisfaction.

"Just because we don't have it doesn't mean others don't either."

Harvey waved and greeted the curly-haired middle-aged man walking towards him from the opposite direction, "Hi, Jeffrey."

Michael Ovitz turned to look at the newcomer, his heavy eye bags narrowing slightly. He recognized the newcomer as Jeffrey Epstein.

45 years old, like Harvey, born in New York, of Jewish descent, chairman of Jay Epstein Investment Company, billionaire, well-known political and business broker, specializing in serving billionaires with a net worth of over $10 billion, and rumored to have close ties with big names such as Bill Gates, Clinton, and Thompson.

In 96, to avoid taxes, he moved his companies to St. Thomas Island in the U.S. Virgin Islands and bought nearby Little St. James Island to build a luxury club.

Because of his secrecy, Forbes magazine was unable to calculate his net worth.

Rumors circulate that he is worth hundreds of millions of dollars, while others say he is worth billions. He also has many friends and extensive connections, allowing him to easily mobilize hundreds of billions or even trillions of dollars.

He is a person with immense energy.

He was also one of the founders of this Jewish club.

Ovitz didn't really want to deal with this person, mainly for two reasons.

First, when he was still the most powerful person in Hollywood a few years ago, Epstein asked him for help but he refused. Second, there were some rumors circulating in the club about Epstein, including his special fetishes, his ruthless style of doing things, and his willingness to do anything to achieve his goals.

This person gives off a dangerous vibe; it's safer to stay away from him.

"Haha, sorry I'm late."

Epstein greeted the group with a smile.

"Jeffrey, about that thing we talked about last time, you said you had a way, what way?"

Harvey asked enthusiastically.

"No rush, it's been a long time since we've seen each other, let's chat first."

Epstein sat down, took a sip of his drink, and said, "I heard that Hollywood has become Link's territory now, and even if you join forces, you can't do anything to him?"

“Yes, Guess what? Their movies are amazing. They have blockbusters every year, taking up almost a third of the box office revenue in North American theaters. The remaining two-thirds come from the seven major studios, all independent film companies, and foreign films. If this continues, Hollywood will truly become Link’s territory.” Harvey drank his bitter beverage, his expression growing even more bitter.

"Not only that, Link has also intervened in the talent agency field through various means, and has a great deal of influence in agencies such as CAA, WMA, and UTA. His prestige in Hollywood is also growing."

"I'm smoking a cigarette," Langmeyer said.

"In addition, this guy has more than a hundred girlfriends, all of whom are popular actresses. His girlfriends have almost monopolized the leading and supporting roles in all Hollywood movies. Now Hollywood is his backyard, or even his kingdom."

Baridil complained.

"More than a hundred girlfriends? Is this true or just a rumor?"

Epstein looked incredulous.

Harvey shrugged. "In fact, his girlfriends include those from the European and American entertainment industry, the Chinese entertainment industry, and the Japanese entertainment industry. The officially recognized number is more than seventy, and there are probably more that haven't been exposed. It is said that this scumbag has at least three girlfriends around him every day."

"More than a hundred girlfriends, all of whom are celebrities, how can he possibly handle them all?"

As a lecherous scoundrel, Epstein also desires to be surrounded by dozens of beautiful women every day. However, women are not dolls; they have thoughts and souls. It is extremely difficult to keep them firmly by your side using love or money.

In his experience, the more famous and mature a woman is, the more difficult she is to deal with and the less likely she is to be controlled.

Like Link, who simultaneously dated dozens of female celebrities and even had them live under the same roof, living together harmoniously.

This is too difficult.

Epstein admitted he couldn't do it, and couldn't help but feel a mixture of admiration and curiosity.

Harvey said, "Rumor has it that this guy is very generous to women. After becoming his girlfriends, they can receive millions of dollars in bonuses from his company every year. Also, this guy exercises regularly and has excellent physical fitness. In addition, he is very talented. After those women tasted the sweetness, they were devoted to him and did not want to leave him, and even ignored other men."

"It's unbelievable. I only knew he was rich, good at making movies, and a womanizer. I never imagined he was so good at dealing with women too."

Epstein exclaimed in admiration, his face betraying barely concealed envy. "Perhaps I should find a chance to talk to Link and ask him how he did it. Many men are interested in this kind of technique. If I could learn it..."

Epstein narrowed his eyes, but didn't say anything more.

But everyone understood what he meant. If people could learn this technology, many wealthy people would be willing to pay a high price to buy it, and this technology would become one of Epstein's means of winning over the wealthy.

It's fair to say that this technology can only be truly effective in the hands of a high-level broker like Epstein; in Link's case, he only uses it to pick up girls.

"Jeffrey, let's stop talking about that. You said you have a way to beat Guess the Movies movies and help our seven major studios regain the box office market. What is it?"

"Ovitz asked impatiently."

Epstein glanced at him. "I'm going to talk to Link about this later."

"Do you want to learn a skill from him? If he has that skill, what makes you think he'll teach you?"

Ovitz sneered.

“Everyone has weaknesses, and Link certainly does too, such as lust. We just need to cater to his interests and find ways to satisfy his hobbies and desires. In this way, he will become one of us. Once he becomes one of us, everything will be negotiable.”

Epstein smiled confidently.

"Honey trap?"

Ovitz chuckled, swirling his wine glass, and said, "I advise you not to use that trick. Link is surrounded by all sorts of beautiful women: Monica Bellucci, Sophie Marceau, Jennifer Connelly, Brooke Shields, Nicole Kidman, and so on. Each one of them is a beauty among beauties. This trick might work on other men, but it won't work on Link."

Ovitz shook his head, recalling how he had used Nicole Kidman and Cameron Diaz to lure Link.

He initially thought that using a seductive tactic to deal with a lecherous man was the right approach, but now he realizes that using a seductive tactic on Link is tantamount to sending a lamb to the slaughter, feeding a hungry wolf with fresh meat.

Epstein frowned and said, "While you have a point, I will find an effective solution."

"Okay, I really hope you succeed."

Ovitz said no more. He disliked Epstein and Link, so whether Epstein succeeded or not was good news for him.

(End of this chapter)