American Comics: Something's Wrong with This Superhero World

Chapter 175 Harley Quinn

Quentin Tarantino remained indifferent to Sophie's flattery; if it weren't for Xiao Xian, he would never have come to see Sophie.

Quentin Tarantino merely nodded casually, his gaze seemingly still wandering around. He responded simply, "Oh, hello," before turning to Xiao Xian beside him to ingratiatingly discuss the new film project.

Generally speaking, Quentin Tarantino wouldn't be this obsequious to investors, but now Quentin has signed a contract with Xiao Xian, and his soul will be taken by Xiao Xian after his death. Not to mention making movies according to Xiao Xian's requirements, Quentin would even offer up his own wife to make movies.

As a well-known playboy in Hollywood, Quentin Tarantino didn't really mind this kind of thing; he and Harvey Dufresne and others were all involved in swapping.

Quentin's purpose in coming here is very clear: to curry favor with Xiao Xian. Now that Sophie has come in and greeted him instead of Xiao Xian, it's no wonder Quentin is unlikely to give her a good look.

However, Quentin secretly despised Xiao Xian's taste. He wouldn't even bother with a girl like that, even if offered a sexual favor.

Sophie stood there somewhat awkwardly, feeling as if her enthusiasm had sunk without a trace. If it weren't for her Hollywood dream, Sophie would have really wanted to turn around and leave.

"What do you think of this girl?" Xiao Xian picked up his wine glass to help Sophie out of the awkward situation. "I think she has a lot of talent; she might be a good actress."

"Her? Yeah~ Of course, indeed, now that you mention it, I think so too." Quentin was a little confused, looking at Sophie and finally choosing to praise her against his will, "I didn't see it at first glance, but upon closer inspection, she does have a lot of potential."

She has potential, which is alright. If you think she's ugly, just say so. Xiao Xian was amused by this.

"Thank you for the compliment! Thank you so much, Mr. Quentin!" Sophie didn't catch Quentin's implied meaning and thought he was really praising her, so she thanked him happily.

"..." This is really hard to judge. Is the clown in this world out of his mind? Why would he like this guy? Xiao Xian glanced at Sophie and thought to himself, somewhat speechless.

Even disregarding the potential after turning to the dark and the favor of the world's will, just looking at how the Joker started from scratch, honed his acting skills, and gradually rose from a minor supporting role to one of the most popular supervillains, is it really possible to fall for this guy? Does love truly make people blind?

"Ahem~ Don't thank me, thank this gentleman instead." Quentin naturally didn't dare to steal Xiao Xian's thunder, but he was just about to say that he should thank Xiao Xian when he realized that he didn't even know Xiao Xian's name. He couldn't very well call Xiao Xian the Demon King, could he?

"Thank you." Just like Quentin, Sophie realized she didn't know Xiao Xian's name at all after she opened her mouth, and then she froze.

"You can call me Damon," Xiao Xian said to Sophie, using a pseudonym. "I think you have a lot of potential; you might be able to play the female lead in Quentin's new movie."

"Really?! Mr. Quentin?!" Sophie exclaimed with delight. Still not quite sure which king or queen she was referring to, she looked at Quentin with amusement, for in her eyes Quentin was the one who made the decision.

"Since it's Mr. Damon's idea, of course I agree." Quentin was really exasperated with Sophie. Didn't she realize who was in charge in this room?

"That's great!" Sophie was so excited she almost jumped up. She was confident that once her movie was released, she would definitely become a superstar. Maybe she could even act alongside the most handsome superhero, Xiao Xian, or even become Xiao Xian's girlfriend.

"Don't get too excited yet. You just have the potential, but nothing's settled yet." Xiao Xian poured cold water on Sophie's excitement, saying, "You're still some distance from meeting my requirements."

"Huh? But Director Quentin said..." Sophie immediately frowned and looked at Quentin, wanting him to speak up for her.

"Mr. Damon's meaning is my meaning," Quentin said hastily upon seeing this. This man may not care about his life, but Quentin does. Moreover, having offended Xiao Xian, he would not find peace even after death, and who knows what kind of mess Xiao Xian would make of his soul.

"Oh, I see." Although Sophie was stunned, seeing Quentin's expression, she finally understood that it was Xiao Xian who decided whether she could play the female lead in Quentin's movie.

"Here, Mr. Damon, let me pour you a drink." Sophie finally realized what had happened and remembered Xiao Xian's advances yesterday. After hesitating for a moment, she immediately sat down next to Xiao Xian and poured him a glass of wine. At the same time, she deliberately rubbed against Xiao Xian with a flattering and charming smile.

Silently pulling his hand away, Xiao Xian rolled his eyes at Sophie, then said to Quentin, "You're free for now, get out. Do a good job, I have faith in you."

"Yes, Lord Damon! I will definitely do my best!" Quentin immediately stood up and promised. He naturally understood what Xiao Xian meant by "doing a good job". It didn't refer to making movies, but to collecting sins for Xiao Xian. This was not difficult for Quentin at all. The entertainment industry was full of fallen souls.

Infidelity, promiscuity, and gang fights are nothing to Hollywood.

Quentin gave Sophie a thumbs-up and thoughtfully closed the door behind him as he left.

"Lord Damon?" Sophie then realized that Xiao Xian not only influenced Quentin, but completely overwhelmed him. She had only seen a similar situation with Bruce Wayne.

However, Bruce Wayne is much more handsome than the man in front of her. If Bruce Wayne is not just playing around, Sophie wouldn't even mind marrying him.

Unfortunately, the other party was a playboy who dumped Sophie after he got tired of her. But even so, Sophie still gained a lot and, with Bruce's help, took away most of the Joker's wealth.

"You cuckolded the clown?" Xiao Xian asked, taking a sip of his drink and looking at Sophie, whose gaze was gradually changing as she watched him.

"I wouldn't say he's green, it's just that he's so clueless. He's always busy with work and never makes time for me. So I found someone to fill the void in my heart," Sophie explained, smoothing her hair.

"So that means he was cuckolded?" Xiao Xian rolled his eyes upon hearing this. Why are people so strange these days? But this is a good thing, otherwise where would he get his soul from in his hell?

"If you were to go and get back together with the Joker, would he agree?" Xiao Xian asked Sophie, putting down his wine glass.

"Of course we could, but why would you want to get back together with him? He's taken all his money; he's broke now," Sophie said, completely bewildered. Then, as if suddenly realizing something, she added, "You like married women?"

"Of course not, am I that kind of person? What I mean is, the Joker's girlfriend is a very controversial character. If you can get back together with him, or even marry him, I'll have Quentin make a movie called 'Harley Quinn' just for you. I've even thought of a stage name for you, it'll be Harley Quinn." Xiao Xian explained, not beating around the bush with this kind of person who lacks intelligence.

Help the teacher with chores, make up for it at the end of the month.

(End of this chapter)