Chapter 233: Caught by Paparazzi, Cheng Long and Lin Mo Apparently Collaborating on a New Film?

I stayed at Cheng Long's villa for a while and looked around.

Then.

Lin Mo took him to a decent private restaurant.

This place was where Xu Zheng once treated us; we ate here before and the food was good.

As soon as we sat down, Cheng Long smiled at Lin Mo and said, "I heard Wang Jing and Dan Zai say your drinking capacity is incredible—you knocked them all flat!"

Re Ba covered her mouth and laughed at the remark; she could still vividly recall the drinking scene from that day.

Lin Mo quickly waved his hand and said, "No way, they're exaggerating, exaggerating!"

Cheng Long laughed heartily, "When we have time we should have a proper drink, but for today let's skip that and eat first!"

Long Shu is the type who loves making friends, and his drinking capacity is top‑notch—no guessing needed.

Soon.

The dishes arrived all at once.

While eating and chatting, the two sipped a little wine, stopping when they felt it was enough.

The main purpose was to discuss business.

As for Re Ba,

she quietly listened and then took charge of devouring the food.

"Oh? You said you still want to invite Jason?"

When Cheng Long heard Lin Mo was still planning to invite Jason Stansen, he was a bit surprised.

Then he added, "Your film has a huge investment, huh?"

Indeed.

Shi Tai Long, Pierce, and now Jason Stansen.

plus a bunch of movie stars.

That investment must be sky‑high!

Lin Mo smiled and explained, "Long Shu, I have very high standards for a film's quality; the actors must be top‑notch, the special effects must be the best, and any part that can be shot live must be shot live, so we can give the audience the most stunning visual experience!"

Cheng Long, upon hearing that, teased, "That's the behavior of a newly rich guy; I heard you still shoot movies on film reels, yet your box office is undeniable—tens of times the profit!"

He was also envious.

Don't be fooled, Cheng Long's reputation is known worldwide.

But the actual box office isn't that high.

The better ones only reach a few tens of billions in ticket sales.

"Let me see, it's 7:30 pm now, Jason is in Los Angeles, so over there it should be around 4 or 5 am. After we finish eating I'll call him; he should have an opening, I haven't heard he's taken any role!" Cheng Long thought for a moment and said.

"Alright, if we can get him it's best; if not, I'll find someone else later!" Lin Mo nodded.

"Honestly, I'm already super excited for the film to start shooting!" Cheng Long said, getting a bit excited himself.

"Long Shu, don't talk about yourself; I'm also a bit excited!"

Lin Mo laughed heartily.

Four world‑class megastars—just thinking about it is thrilling!

They ate and chatted until nearly 10 pm before finishing.

The main focus was Lin Mo and Cheng Long discussing the script.

As for Re Ba,

she was fiddling with her phone nearby, listening to their conversation.

Chen Zhongming.

A reporter.

To be precise, a paparazzi reporter.

His focus, of course, is the Entertainment Circle.

A while ago, after much effort, he snagged some explosive material on a Top Stream star allegedly dating—those photos, that video…

According to industry rules, he first contacted the star's agency, haggled, and walked away with a full pot of profit.

But if they couldn't reach a deal, he'd have to post it online.

So.

Having made a chunk of money, he had to celebrate.

So he went to a private restaurant recommended by a friend.

He heard that many stars dine here.

If luck's on his side, maybe he'll run into more news.

It's a matter of whether to say it or not.

Chen Zhongming's luck has been exploding lately.

After the meal, he realized he'd left his coat in the private room, went back to fetch it, and as soon as he stepped out the door he saw this scene.

At first he thought his eyes were playing tricks.

But on a closer look,

Whoa!!!

Isn't that Cheng Long?

Who are the man and woman beside him?

The man wore a hat; he didn't recognize him.

But the woman, from her profile he instantly knew who she was.

Dilireba!!!

That is to say...

That guy..

He is Lin Mo, Director Lin!

Cheng Long bro and Lin Mo director...

These two are together..

Could it be that there's a movie plan?

Although online, netizens have been guessing whether Lin Mo's next film will collaborate with Cheng Long bro.

But...

No evidence!

Now, this evidence has come.

Anyway, the hype is definitely there; first, we don't care whether they actually collaborated.

Chen Zhongming hurriedly pulled out his phone!

Tomorrow's hot search will definitely be his; he can't escape!

This kind of thing.

It's just creating hype for exposure, gaining some traffic.

If you ask people for money, they won't even bother with you.

It's not something shameful.

Of course.

He can sell this news to those platforms and make a big profit!

Here.

Lin Mo just parted ways with Cheng Long bro.

They had no idea; they were just caught by the paparazzi a moment ago.

However.

Even if Lin Mo knew, it wouldn't matter.

Anyway, netizens will find out sooner or later.

After Cheng Long returned to his villa.

He immediately called Jason.

It's now 10:30 PM.

Los Angeles is already 8 o'clock.

He knows Jason does morning exercises every day.

Action actors like them all have similar habits!

Jason, far away on the other side of the Pacific.

He just finished exercising and is getting ready to eat breakfast.

The private phone rang.

As a celebrity, especially a world-renowned one.

They definitely have private phones, with life and work separated.

Jason was still wondering, who would call this early in the morning?

Seeing this note.

Jason first froze for a moment, then reacted and hurriedly answered the call.

"Hi, Jason!"

After the call connected, Cheng Long laughed and shouted.

"Jackie!"

Jason was very happy.

He really likes Cheng Long a lot and admires him greatly.

It should be said that most of these Hollywood action stars are little fans of Cheng Long.

On the call.

Cheng Long first chatted with Jason for a while.

For example, asking about his life.

How have things been lately?

After chatting for a while, they then got to the point.

"Jason, it's like this: you know I'm about to collaborate with Shi Tai Long on a film, right?"

"Yeah, I've heard!"

"Our film has a role that's perfect for you, and there are lots of fight scenes between us two; I don't know if you're interested..."

Saying this.

Jason obviously got a little excited.

He's too interested!

"Jackie, you know, I've wanted to collaborate with you for a long time!"

Hearing this.

On the other end of the phone, Cheng Long bro also laughed.

This matter is settled!

"Haha, that's perfect; for this film, me, you, and Shi Tai Long, the three of us can cooperate well!"

"I'm really looking forward to it!"

Of course.

This matter, Cheng Long also told Shi Tai Long over the phone.

He was just as happy!

Shi Tai Long and Jason are also good friends.

The Expendables series they collaborated on is well known worldwide.

Nothing unexpected happened.

The next day.

The internet exploded!

That's right, it's the photos and video secretly taken by the paparazzi last night that were uploaded online.

It went viral in minutes!

"#Cheng Long and Lin Mo suspected new film collaboration#"

Top of the hot search list!

The comment section below, netizens went crazy.

"Holy crap!"

"Real or fake!"

"It should... be real, right?"

"@Lin Mo, Director Lin, give us a straight answer~"

"Looking forward, looking forward!"

"Cheng Long bro and Director Lin collaborating, that's awesome!"

"My favorite actor and my favorite director, I hope it's real!!!"