boxer to hollywood

"With so many lawsuits, do I need to appear in court?" Link asked, flipping through the documents on the dining table.

"No, the attorney can represent you in court," Ms. Anna replied.

Link nodded, feeling a bit relieved.

Litigating in the US and UK was a long and complicated process. If he had to attend every court session in person, it would cause him a lot of trouble.

After reviewing a few documents, he flipped through his work schedule for the week, which was still packed.

It included promoting the album, boxing training, shooting a new music video, attending a press conference, a special interview on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", the IBF World Boxing Championship title defense, and the upcoming filming of "Midnight in Paris", for which he needed to study the character and memorize his lines.

"Make some more time for me to deal with my relationship with Taylor," Link said, putting down the schedule.

Ms. Anna nodded and took out her notebook, asking, "Boss, how do you plan to handle it? Break up with Taylor or try to win her back? Different decisions require different amounts of time."

"Link, what are your plans regarding you and Taylor?" Catherine asked while clearing the table.

Link shrugged and said, "It's my fault, I hurt Taylor. I can't just walk away like this. I plan to find a time to talk to her again, even if we have to break up, at least leave each other with a good ending."

"Link, it's good that you think that way. It shows you're a responsible man. Do as you said, deal with your issues with Taylor first, and other things can be postponed."

Catherine patted his shoulder.

Link gave a helpless smile. Some things were easier said than done.

Others thought Taylor was breaking up with him because of the video, but in reality, during their year-long relationship, they had accumulated many problems and hidden issues that hadn't surfaced.

The video was just the trigger.

Once the trigger was lit, boom, all the problems exploded, and it was difficult to resolve them.

Link thought seriously for a moment, "Anna, contact Emily and help me arrange a time with Taylor. I want to talk to her again."

"Okay, I'll contact her right away!"

Ms. Anna nodded and left.

Ding-dong!

The phone on the table rang once. Link picked it up and saw it was a message from Katy Perry.

She asked if he was free today, as she was having a party at home in the afternoon.

She also invited Blake Lively, Rihanna, and Emma Roberts, and they would all chat together.

Link replied that he had taken on a script and had to meet the director in the afternoon, politely declining her invitation.

He was having problems with Taylor, and going to Katy Perry's party at this time would not only seem disrespectful to Taylor but also show that he didn't value their relationship, making him a complete scumbag.

Ding-dong!

Another message came.

Emma Roberts asked if he was going to the boxing gym for training at noon, as she had time today and wanted to practice.

Link was a bit confused. Katy Perry just said she was having a party at home and had also invited Emma Roberts, so why did Emma say she wanted to come and practice boxing?

After thinking for a bit, he replied that he would be training at the gym between 10 am and 2 pm.

Ding-dong!

Another message came. Lady Gaga texted to say that the recording of "Legends Never Die" was completed and asked when he would come over to listen and give some feedback.

Link asked her when she planned to release it, and Lady Gaga said next week.

Link looked at his schedule and replied that he had time on the weekend. 

Ding-dong! Ding-dong!

Two messages arrived in quick succession.

Michelle Rodriguez asked if he had time to go racing together, inviting Paul Walker along.

Link said he needed to contact Paul first, as the guy was a busy man.

The other message was from supermodel Doutzen Kroes, whom he had worked with before, asking when he would be shooting the music video for his new album and not to forget her, an old friend.

Link said okay, that he was currently working on the music video script and would invite her if there was a suitable role.

Ding-dong! Ding-dong!

In addition to Doutzen Kroes' reply, he also received messages from Amanda Seyfried, Lindsay Lohan, and others. Even Amber Heard, who had broken up with him over a year ago, sent a message saying she was ready to return the one million dollar deposit to Taylor and asking if she could still be his girlfriend.

Seeing the word "deposit", Link was a bit confused. Was he being treated as a tool?

According to Amber, Taylor paid a one million dollar deposit last year to "borrow" him from her. Now that the year was up, she wanted to return the money and take him back.

Link shook his head and told her to contact Taylor's assistant.

"What's wrong?"

Catherine came out of the kitchen and put down a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice.

"Many girls are texting me today, it feels a bit strange," Link said while replying to the messages.

"Isn't that normal? You're the best boy in the world, and there are many, many girls who like you. Before, with Taylor around, they didn't dare to be too obvious. Today, the media is reporting about your breakup with Taylor, and you've become a single man. They all have a chance now, of course they'll text you to see if they have a chance to be your next girlfriend," Catherine said with a slight smile.

"Is that so?"

Link was a bit surprised. If what Catherine said was true, did that mean even Lady Gaga and the tomboy Michelle Rodriguez were interested in him?

That was too exaggerated.

Ring! Ring!

This time it wasn't a text message but a phone call. It was Selena calling.

"What's up? It's almost nine o'clock, don't tell me you're still dreaming in bed."

"Of course not, I woke up early, at eight o'clock. I didn't sleep in. I'm calling to ask if you're free at noon. Miley and I are planning to drive to Huntington Beach in Southern California. Do you want to come with us?"

Selena asked in a lively voice.

Link chuckled, "Are you really going for fun? I just got a lot of messages from girls inviting me to their parties. Catherine said it's because the media reported that I'm single, and those girls who are interested in me are all asking me out. You're also asking me out, don't tell me you're interested in me too? That won't do, we're siblings."

"Ahhhh! Jerk Link, what nonsense are you talking about? It's Miley and Ke$ha who asked me to call and invite you, not me, not me! I wouldn't be interested in you. I like puppies, I like crabs, but I wouldn't like a shameless guy like you,'(◣_◢)' jiiiiiiii !"

Selena was like an ignited powder keg, bombarding him through the phone, then hung up angrily without even saying goodbye.

"What's wrong with Selena? Did something trigger her?"

Link asked in confusion.

Catherine didn't say anything, just turned and walked to the outer living room, bursting into laughter.

Link shook his head and sent a message to Selena, saying he was busy today and didn't have time to go out, but next month, when Annie arrived, they could have a family trip.

He also reminded her to be careful on the road, not to go to remote places, and to bring an assistant if possible.

He sent three messages in a row before Selena finally replied with one.

"Got it, naggy. Don't want to talk to you."

Link smiled slightly and put away his phone.

(End of Chapter)