Lynch once heard an interesting news story about a wealthy man in his sixties who lamented that he spent his youth struggling and fighting, and when he finally had a free and self-determined life, he turned around only to find himself old.

He wanted to regain his youth, so he advertised for a marriage proposal in society, hoping to find a girlfriend around twenty years old to accompany him for the rest of his life...

Many people might not quite understand this idea, and Lynch wasn't fond of young girls, but now, he felt a breath approaching — it was youth, the scent of youth!

Others' youth can also infect oneself; this is the great power of youth.

Penny shook her hair and sat on a deckchair next to Lynch, picking up a towel to dry her wet hair, while curious and asking, "I heard something about co-production just now?"

The special gleam in her eyes couldn't be ignored. As an eighteen-year-old girl, her hearing couldn't be so poor that she couldn't hear something so close. She heard about the Federation and Gafura's co-production film.

She might not understand the value and importance of this movie clearly, but she knew one thing—Lynch wouldn't do things that were worthless.

Many people ended their heavily indebted lives by jumping in the recent Galir incident, yet Lynch dubbed "Mr. Billion", had no issues, and even the operation of the Darkstone Fund was again included in some articles, showing how sharp his vision was.

If he favored a project, it must be a very good project.

Lynch briefly explained the situation, and the girl keenly captured a crucial word, or rather, a crucial name—Jenia.

"Is it the one rumored to be involved with you?" the girl asked curiously, although feeling somewhat upset inside, curiosity overcame that discomfort.

Jenia is indeed a legendary figure in the global film industry, a royal member making films, and it's especially challenging for her being a woman, let alone being part of one of the world's most powerful royal families, the Gafura Imperial Family.

Wrapped in many colors, she became a legendary figure, and even in the Federation, there were rumors about this lady.

Lynch nonchalantly nodded, "She is the heroine of one of the movies..." Seeing the girl's somewhat expectant gaze, Lynch shook his head, "You can't; these co-production movies are heavily politically colored. Carelessly, you might ruin not just your image in a single movie, but your life in this industry!"

There is still a sense of competition between the Federation and Gafura, and although it may not be strongly expressed, it truly exists.

In these co-production movies, if anyone's acting skills are not good enough and are completely overshadowed, it's highly likely to ruin all the good reputation accumulated with audiences previously and might be regarded as a national disgrace.

National pride and some vanity don't allow actors to be overshadowed by the actors from other countries. Participating in co-productions seems like a good opportunity, but it equally comes with great danger.

Actors from the Federation might be provided by the Actors' Union and major production companies, and eventually reviewed by people like Lynch.

Jenia can participate in co-productions without blushing or attempting to conceal her emotions mainly because her identity is noble and special, her acting skills are recognized by everyone, and although not the best, they are nearly top-tier.

But Penny wouldn't cut it; if she doesn't perform well, she will be completely abandoned by the audience.

The girl seemed to realize these situations too, sighing regretfully.

She untied her swimsuit, stuffed the sunscreen into Lynch's hand, and lay on the lounge chair, "Help me apply some sunscreen; I don't want to get tan..."

It turns out that today's issue is not just the heat, applying sunscreen is surprisingly tedious physical labor, making Lynch sweat all over, but he is a responsible person.

Even though applying sunscreen was tiring and he was covered in sweat, he finished his work conscientiously.

After cooling off for a while, he jumped into the pool, feeling the cool water wash away, and the heat gradually faded...

In the evening, the two attended the premiere dressed to kill, Lynch's appearance led to massive filming. With Lynch as an attention-grabbing "Mr. Topic" appearing on the scene, it better attracts the focus of the main consumer groups.

Handsome man and beautiful woman, the pair became the biggest stars at the premiere — mainly Lynch, "Mr. Billion" famed far and wide.

After the premiere, Lynch did not leave Laridemo but stayed to wait for developments from Nagariel.

With everyone's joint efforts, the rebels attempting to overthrow the state regime and murdered the old king and queen were driven out of the Royal Capital territory, with over a thousand killed throughout the process.

The Eldest Prince, escorted back to Nagariel, also stated he would track down those related to anti-government armed organizations based on these people's appearance information nationwide, hoping everyone would stand up and actively report.

Even though the Eldest Prince has returned to the Royal Capital and regained control of the Royal Palace, this doesn't mean Nagariel should revert to the state before everything happened. Since so much effort was spent finally toppling the Nagariel government, letting Galir become history, how could the Federation Government and United Development Company let Galir revive from the ashes?

With the collaboration of the Eldest Prince and various local independent rulers, Federation Sol has now become the legal currency in Nagariel, entirely replacing Galir as the sole currency.

This also means the Federation Government and the six major banks can better interfere in the economics and finance of this region, fundamentally controlling the lifeline of this country.

Next, there will be multi-party negotiations to finalize the new Nagariel political system.

Given the current Nagariel situation with numerous regions declaring independence from the United Kingdom, this negotiation will last some time, but this doesn't prevent societal changes, such as... overseas labor.

While everyone's focus is on this country, Akumal, who drove a truck through the Royal Palace's walls, has run back goofily to Mengwu Province, trembling under Lynch's company.

No one expected things to turn out this way; not long ago, his superior told him success was achieved in the business, and he and those he knew were celebrating. Although not understanding why things suddenly changed so drastically, as long as reform succeeded, it was good.

A more honest and efficient group from the people would definitely understand this country better than the privileged classes of yesteryear, knowing what the citizens need.

Akumal even thought from this day forward, it would be the moment when Nagariel changes its fate, but surprisingly, those in high places quickly vanished, their leader gone, with the Federals flooding in.

Those professionally military-trained soldiers and private arms make killing these amateur players as easy as breathing. They couldn't hold the Royal Palace for a day before being routed, some died, some escaped.

Thanks to his driving skills, he managed to escape the initial manhunt for survival, instinctively fleeing back to the company.

The newly instated Prince and local negotiations further deepened his confusion; despite their efforts, they couldn't change the country, why was this all happening?

Royal captures continue, with all Provincial Governors actively complying with the New King's request to arrest dangerous anti-government armed members.

There's continuous capturing of those who escaped back to hide, the hopeless atmosphere fills the organization internally with more people falling out of contact, more stepping out to surrender, more denouncing others, every day is dark.

Akumal also felt terrified, the constant fear of being captured at any time or shot on the spot haunted him.

He wanted to run but didn't know where to go, for him, there was nowhere to escape in this world.

On such a scorching afternoon, he just finished a transportation task and was resting in the shade when two military vehicles appeared from afar.

Everyone sitting under the tree couldn't help but stand, fearing those uniformed armed men.

Led by foreigners, these soldiers quickly approached, and Akumal's heart sank when he saw his superior, the Federation convoy dispatcher, pointing at him, knowing it was all over.

It was all over!

His mind went blank, his life's flashes were fragmentary images, passing through his mind.

He wanted to run but didn't know where to, couldn't move, just standing there dazed.

Two armed soldiers came up to him, scrutinized him, one asked, "Are you Akumal?"

Akumal thought of his family, squeezed out a miserable smile, sighed heavily, then looked up, "Yes, it's me."

Since there was no escape, face the tragic life.

"Can you drive engineering vehicles?" the soldier asked again, "The ones often used in engineering projects."

Akumal nodded again; he had applied for advanced technical class before, trained in advanced techniques, including driving various engineering machinery, such as excavators, which he was adept at and picked up quickly.

The soldier had a more satisfied smile, even turning amicable, "Do you have family?"

Akumal's heart tightened, wondering if they were trying to eliminate everything.

He lightly bit his lip and shook his head, "No, just me."

The soldier was even more pleased, turning almost affable, "Are you willing to go abroad?"

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