Actor in Hollywood

The studio was bustling with activity. Despite having been busy the entire day, from sunrise until the dead of night, everyone was exhausted and sleepy, feeling dizzy with ringing in their ears. But the work wasn't finished yet, and they had no choice but to push through, dragging their tired bodies to keep going.

Creak.

The studio door slowly opened, and a head cautiously peeked in. After looking around, the person turned back with a wry smile, asking, "Are you sure this is the place?"

"Did you see them taking photos? If so, then this is it."

After a brief, hushed discussion, two figures entered, one after the other. They stood at the entrance, observing from a distance until the staff finally noticed their presence. When they saw who was approaching, both of them broke into smiles.

"Anna…"

When they saw Anna Wintour, they didn't seem nervous at all. Instead, they warmly opened their arms to give her a hug—even though Anna, with a look of disdain, refused the hug and kept a polite distance, still completing a cheek kiss greeting and grumbling, "Did you really have to choose this time? After a whole day of work, I'm oily and sweaty. God, I feel like a hobo. I shouldn't be in anyone's sight right now."

Her rambling complaints still carried an air of competence, and the familiarity in her tone naturally revealed their closeness without needing any introduction.

Edgar noticed Anna's movements and instinctively glanced around. The studio lights were all focused on the set, leaving the other corners dim and hard to see clearly at first. As he was about to look away, he sensed the lighthearted atmosphere and took another look.

Wait… wait!

Edgar was stunned, his mind racing. He couldn't believe he was seeing these two industry giants here. The lighting was dim, but Edgar was certain his eyes weren't deceiving him.

So why on earth were Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks here in Paris, at a photoshoot for *Vogue*?

In Hollywood, people might not recognize Anna Wintour, but there's no way anyone wouldn't recognize these two titans at the top of the pyramid.

Steven Spielberg, one of the four major directors of Hollywood in the 1980s, is in the same league as Martin Scorsese, George Lucas, and Francis Ford Coppola. From the *Indiana Jones* series to *Jurassic Park*, and from *Schindler's List* to *Saving Private Ryan*, he's a legendary director whose films have dominated the box office and awards circuits, making him one of the most popular and acclaimed directors of all time.

Then there's Tom Hanks, one of Hollywood's legendary "Toms" (the other being Tom Cruise). But Hanks is even more remarkable. With *Philadelphia* and *Forrest Gump*, he became only the second actor in history to win back-to-back Oscars for Best Actor. Beyond awards, his movies like *Sleepless in Seattle*, *Cast Away*, and *Apollo 13* have been box office hits.

It's also worth noting that Tom Hanks served as the president of the Screen Actors Guild for a long time, tirelessly advocating for actors' rights, making him one of the most respected and influential figures in the entire union.

So, what happens when Steven Spielberg meets Tom Hanks?

*Saving Private Ryan*.

Interestingly, the two giants didn't collaborate until 1998 with *Saving Private Ryan*, but this marked the beginning of a golden partnership.

Just last month, the HBO series "Band of Brothers," produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, garnered widespread acclaim across the industry.

This series has been hailed as one of the most expensive productions in Hollywood history, with a budget comparable to that of a major film. However, from the moment it aired, it became an instant hit, receiving rave reviews and strong viewership. It has undoubtedly been the most significant and captivating work of the past month, sparking widespread discussion and continuing to rise in popularity.

Both Steven and Tom have résumés that extend far beyond this series, spanning from the 1970s well into the 21st century. Even after 30 years, they remain at the pinnacle of the industry, showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, they continue to expand their influence.

Anyone who encounters these two titans would be foolish not to take them seriously; no one would want to miss an opportunity with them. But the real question is—why here?

Are we sure about this?

Because these two are pure filmmakers, and they rarely cross over into other fields, especially fashion. They have almost no connection to the fashion world. Not only do they seldom participate in fashion shoots, but they also rarely give interviews to fashion magazines.

After all, it just doesn't seem to fit their style.

Occasionally, during the promotion of their projects, there might be an interview in a fashion magazine, but they themselves rarely appear on the covers or in the pages of such magazines.

So, their presence here feels particularly strange.

Of course, there's no doubt that Steven and Tom know Anna Wintour, and judging by Anna's demeanor, they must have a good relationship. But this still doesn't explain why these two titans are here.

Edgar's mind was filled with questions, none of which had answers.

Could it be… that they're here for Anson?

Edgar calmed down and thought about it carefully. It was a possibility, but after considering it from various angles, Edgar dismissed the idea. There hadn't been any industry rumors or even whispers about such a collaboration.

Moreover, if Steven and Tom were interested in working with Anson, all it would take is a phone call. Edgar would rearrange schedules to ensure that Anson met with the two titans. There's no way these two would need to fly to Paris for that.

It's important to note that these two have absolutely no connection to fashion. In the past 20 or 30 years, Edgar had never seen Steven or Tom at any fashion week shows. Outside of film production, they have no reason to be in Paris—especially not during fashion week.

Vacation? If they were on vacation, they certainly wouldn't choose to be in Paris during fashion week.

Calming down, Edgar analyzed the situation from different angles and concluded that Anson was likely not the reason for Steven and Tom's visit.

But that made things even better.

Because it meant there was an opportunity.

An opportunity to bring Anson into the orbit of these two industry giants—a golden opportunity.

Edgar's mind began racing. He couldn't afford to seem too eager or pushy. There were thousands of people in Hollywood trying to cozy up to these two titans, and being too obsequious might leave no lasting impression. On the other hand, he couldn't afford to be too passive or aloof either. If he appeared too detached, like someone untouched by the mud of ambition, the two titans wouldn't take the initiative to get to know Anson.

This was a chance—one he couldn't afford to miss.

Taking a deep breath, Edgar quickly organized his thoughts.

However, he didn't immediately approach them. Instead, he turned his attention back to Anson.

The greater the opportunity, the more one needs to remain calm and calculated. Charging in recklessly without a plan wouldn't do. In the blink of an eye, Edgar was already in battle mode, ready to execute his strategy.