Chapter 134

As a result, both sides escalated further, and the ratings for The Dark Knight and The Godfather both dropped to 9.2.

The Shawshank Redemption took advantage of the situation, quietly climbing to the number one spot on IMDb.

Two consecutive waves of attacks also caught the attention of Warner executives.

"Clearly someone is targeting us! I suspect Disney is behind this."

"I think so too, but there's nothing we can do."

"Do we just have to watch helplessly as the film is unjustly tarnished? Xu Can is completely innocent—his performance is the most perfect I've ever seen."

Just as the Warner executives were at a loss and reluctantly spending money on PR articles,

the nominations for the 65th Golden Globe Awards, known as the "Oscar bellwether," were suddenly announced!

The Batman: The Dark Knight became the first film to receive official recognition from Hollywood's mainstream, earning a nomination!

Two Golden Globe nominations: Best Original Score and Best Supporting Actor!

Xu Can, previously embroiled in controversy, received a nomination from the committee, as if serving as powerful evidence!

"Look, the Xu Can you claimed was worthless just got nominated! His performance has been recognized by professional judges—shut up, trolls!"

If Xu Can wins the Golden Globe, it means he has a chance at an Oscar nomination!

An Asian young actor, with only three acting credits, achieving recognition from the Oscars through a live-action comic adaptation!

It's like accumulating every possible debuff!

It proves beyond doubt that Xu Can's performance is undeniable—not something any troll can just slander!

Of course, all this requires Xu Can to first win the Golden Globe, then secure an Oscar nomination.

Faced with this situation, Xu Can himself was stunned.

"Xu! You got nominated!! That's amazing!"

Taylor Swift was the first to call him to congratulate him.

"Congratulations to you too—you got a Grammy nomination."

Taylor's Fearless received two Grammy nominations: Album of the Year and Best Country Album.

The single Love Story entered the Billboard Top 4 and remained on the chart for 14 consecutive weeks, becoming a super-hit single and an annual platinum song.

Many global casual listeners discovered Taylor because of this song.

2007 was a special year for both Xu Can and Taylor.

Both debuted in the North American entertainment industry around the same time, and rose to fame nearly simultaneously.

This year, each achieved brilliance in their respective fields.

The award ceremonies at the beginning of 2008 might serve as recognition for both of them.

More than their own nominations, they were happier for each other.

"Want to come over tonight? I'll cook you some Chinese cuisine and celebrate together."

"Sure!"

When Chinese cuisine was mentioned, Taylor suddenly remembered that time Xu Can made porridge.

It was her first time drinking millet and pumpkin porridge, her first taste of Xu Can's cooking.

While feverish and dazed, the sweetness in her mouth eased much of her chills.

More importantly, in the moment Xu Can held her in his arms and fed her porridge, she felt utterly spoiled.

She had never experienced anything so wonderful—Taylor Swift suddenly felt the urge to write a song for Xu Can!

Not one of those breakup complaints, but a melody depicting happiness and sweetness.

The day after being fed porridge, Taylor's fever and cold improved significantly; after drinking some chicken soup, she recovered fully.

She developed a great interest in Xu Can's cooking skills,

and this was her first time visiting Xu Can's home.

To avoid a love triangle disaster, Xu Can called Emma Stone before inviting her.

Stone also congratulated Xu Can on his Golden Globe nomination.

"Baby, I'm so happy for you."

"What are you doing? Why do you sound out of breath?"

Xu Can suddenly imagined scenes from some videos… could it be?

The call ended, and a FaceTime video call came through.

When he answered, Emma Stone's fair face appeared on the screen,

behind her a large expanse of mirrors, she stood alone in the dance studio,

beads of sweat glistening on her forehead.

"I'm practicing dance—I'll show you a routine later, help me check it."

Since her heartfelt confession that she had become "Gwen Stacy,"

she no longer clung excessively to Xu Can or lost herself,

but rediscovered the optimistic, cheerful Emma Stone she once was.

She still cared deeply for Xu Can, but now spent her time improving herself—reading, exercising, and dancing.

Her overall appearance improved greatly, her figure became tighter, making Xu Can feel a stirring within him.

"You're training this hard?"

"Of course—for our musical film, I've been working hard. What's the reward?"

"I'll reward you then."

"You-dirty-boy, you're terrible!"

"Don't overdo it—after New Year's, let's find a chance to shoot early next year."

"Alright, I still have a yoga class tonight. After class I'll go drinking with my girlfriends. You can keep the empty bed company yourself."

"Sigh, what's the point of buying such a big mansion if you won't come?"

Xu Can deliberately put on a hurt expression.

"I'll make it up to you tomorrow, let you crave it for a whole day."

Sister Stone hung up the phone with a mischievous grin.

This little girl, she's learned to pull people along now?

Sorry, that hit the bullseye—Xu Can's mouth corner was already twitching, unable to hold it back.

TayTay's coming tonight, this time it's a lamb walking into a tiger's den, right?.