Chapter 48 Charity Dinner

  Today is March 30th, although it has been five days since Oscar night, but when the two of them got in the car and left, several cars and motorcycles immediately followed behind, without looking, Ryan also knew that the paparazzi waiting outside the villa had caught up.

  Strictly speaking, today's charity dinner has a great deal to do with him. It was the orphan topic that exploded two days ago that prompted the entertainment and media circles to take action together, led by Time Warner, to organize this donation event for orphans across the United States.

  At nightfall, Ryan and his wife arrived at the venue of the dinner party, Hilton Hotel on Beverly Hills.

  Like all public charity dinners, there was a short red carpet before entering the hotel, but Ryan and Nicole didn't stay for long, just letting the reporters take a few photos before following the waiters into the grand banquet hall.

  This is a super-large banquet hall with hundreds of square feet, and it is said that the Golden Globe Awards ceremony was held here sometimes. There is not only a spacious stage, but also many independent rest areas on both sides.

  Because the media was present on site to report, the dinner party was very formal. As they listened to the soothing music played by the band on stage, Ryan followed the waiter to their table for two, which wasn't in a great location and was somewhat off to the side, but perfectly suited their current status in Hollywood.

  Everywhere I looked were unfamiliar faces, and even when I did see someone I knew, Ryan just waved at them. The presence of the media made this a serious public event rather than a casual charity party.

  "It's a bit boring." Ryan shrugged and started chatting with Nicole.

  "Alright, dear, don't be like that, you're a big star now." Nicole smiled and happened to see Jin Silie walking into the banquet hall, so she quickly stood up and waved at her.

  Ryan glanced at the several large cameras set up and thought to himself, "They're not going to do a live broadcast, are they? Is this really for charity or just a show?"

  Alright, the truth is that he's very clear about it, for the vast majority of people in this circle, charity is just a show, after all, there are very few people like Michael Jackson who truly want to help others.

  Not to mention others, just talking about him and Nicole, they are absolutely not the kind of people who genuinely care about charity. However, donating a sum of money that allows them to put on a halo is something that anyone with a normal brain wouldn't refuse.

  "Are the items you're donating ready?" Jin Silie asked as she sat down.

  The gala is not about directly donating money, which would make the show meaningless. Instead, after a small performance prepared by the organizer, a charity auction will be held, and the items to be auctioned off are donated by the celebrities present at the scene.

  "This is mine." Nikki pulled out a jewelry box, which was a pair of emerald earrings.

  "The original manuscript of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'." Ryan pulled out a file from Nicole's handbag and handed it directly to Ginny, who was more than capable of handling such matters.

  "Rye, you're really generous." Jin Silie's eyes twitched, in her opinion, this manuscript might not be impressive now, but as Harry Potter became more popular, it would surely become a treasure.

  "It doesn't matter, in my mind Harry Potter has many more volumes, besides I can buy them back." Ryan waved his hand carelessly.

  After Jin Silie left, Ryan was quickly drawn to a man at the next table who was dressed differently from the other gentlemen in formal attire. He wore a black high-necked sweater, blue Levi's jeans, and sports running shoes on his feet, which made him stand out or look out of place in such a formal setting.

  Especially with his round glasses, this image has become a classic that countless people in past lives have worshipped.

  "The future must be an information age, the IT industry will not always be depressed, at most two to three years, it will enter a period of rapid development, just like now..."

  This Apple founder is facing the people around him, giving a sermon-like speech, with his saliva flying and his passion surging, which indeed leaves a deep impression. Fortunately, he still knows what occasion this is and tries to lower his voice.

  "Who is he? He looks a bit crazy," Nicole Kidman asked curiously.

  "Steve Jobs! The founder of Apple Computers." Ryan was very interested and listened for a while.

  It has to be said that although Jobs was arrogant, paranoid and hot-tempered, with a bad reputation and a long-standing scandal over his illegitimate daughter, he is indeed an extraordinary figure. Even after being kicked out of Apple and now at the lowest point in his life, he never gave up.

  "Apple is stuck in the quagmire of losses, Microsoft is lukewarm, and Intel and Texas Instruments' chip technology has not made any breakthroughs. I don't think the IT industry will thrive." The people at the same table obviously disagreed with his opinion and began to refute him.

  "No, no, no." Ryan suddenly leaned forward and interjected, "I think everyone has used a computer before? How do today's computers compare to those from ten years ago? As time goes on, the updates in computer technology will only get faster and faster. In some not-too-distant future day, at most ten years from now, computers will become an essential part of our work and daily lives."

  "But now many companies have problems, for example, Apple, which is continuously losing money." The man was somewhat shocked to see that the person refuting him was just a kid, but more than that, he had ill intentions.

  "It's indeed the case, Apple is not what it used to be." Ryan nodded first, and just as the guy was about to show off his smug smile, he added, "Because Apple has encountered major problems in technological updates, now they're just relying on their past achievements. They want to get out of this predicament, which I think is quite simple."

  "Is it very simple?" The man curled his lip, obviously not taking a little kid's words seriously.

  "Of course." Ryan looked at Steve Jobs, "Apple just needs to bring back its founder and all this will be over."

  It seemed as if to match him, Jobs' chin slightly lifted up, but Ryan was clear that it was just a habitual action.

  That person didn't want to argue with a child about this matter either, so he hummed softly and left the table.

  "Hello, Mr. Jobs." Ryan didn't lean in, just slightly bowed his head, "I'm Ryan Jenkins, nice to meet you."

  Steve Jobs just nodded at him, although the other's words were to his taste, but he was not interested in dealing with a teenager.

  Although the information from past life may not be reliable, it can reflect some of Jobs' personality. Ryan doesn't mind, even if he is five years older, he will still go and get close to Jobs, talk about the future, but now, who cares about an eleven-year-old kid?

  "I don't like him, he's too arrogant." As Ryan turned around, Nicole gave a glare in that direction without leaving any trace.

  "Indeed, there aren't many people who like him."

  Ryan shook his head. If Jobs hadn't offended everyone, how could he have been swept out of the company he founded?

  He has a treasure in his hands! However, he is currently losing money and bleeding in his heart, and it is said that he wants to get rid of it.

  The dinner party officially began soon, and a few celebrities briefly said a few words. The song and dance performances kicked off, with several popular singers singing one after another. Ryan also saw a few familiar faces, such as Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, and Celine Dion.

  After a brief song and dance, it was time for the charity auction, which was hosted not by a professional auctioneer but by Ubi Goldburg.

  To be honest, her style is not suitable for hosting such an occasion. Ryan glanced at the directors of Time Warner in front and thought to himself, "Have they gone mad?"

  It's hard to see the real bidding frenzy here, even if someone is competing fiercely, but it's just a brief taste. However, this situation was soon broken, and the reason is simple.

  "Wow, the item below is absolutely one-of-a-kind in this world." Ubi Gordenburg's eyes widened, "If possible, can I take it home?"

  "Alright, no more joking around. The next item up for bid comes from Ryan Jenkins, the original manuscript of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'."

  It's really unique, especially for families with children, their eyes lit up.

  This auction had no reserve price and a bid was quickly raised.

  "20,000 dollars!"

  But then more brands stood up.

  "$50,000!"

  "One million dollars!"

  "$1.5 million."

  "Nikki raised the sign in her hand without hesitation, '2 million dollars!'"

  Whether or not twenty million dollars is worth buying a hot manuscript, nobody knows. But those who came to the scene were not only adults but also minors.

  The little girl at the front row belonging to Hilton family whispered a few words in her father's ear and then raised the sign, "2.5 million dollars!"

  Nicole Kidman wouldn't let Ryan's manuscript fall into someone else's hands again, and bid once more, "300 thousand dollars!"

  The little girl whispered a few more words in her father's ear, but he shook his head firmly. The girl turned around and glared at Nicole with a puffed-up face that was quite adorable.

  The original manuscript of Harry Potter is indeed precious, but it can't be compared with the artworks donated by celebrities in terms of value. If it's brought out again after ten or twenty years, the situation will be reversed.

  Besides, in other people's eyes, he is only eleven years old and has already been so prolific, who knows how many manuscripts there will be in the future.

  Similarly, Ryan wouldn't let Nicole's personal belongings fall into someone else's hands, and after a round of bidding, he put the emerald earrings in his pocket.

  As the two checks were handed out, their task could be said to have been completed successfully. Ryan whispered a sentence in Nicole's ear and walked towards the bathroom, only to find a little girl waiting by the sink when he came out.

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