章節 494: Chapter 494: Brooklyn
"Charles, are the Nets really moving from New Jersey to Brooklyn?" Anne Hathaway asked, patting Charles who was lying on her.
Charles, who had his head buried in Anne Hathaway's chest, looked up. "Yeah, once the Brooklyn arena is finished, they'll move right over!"
"Then Brooklyn will finally have its own basketball team," said Anne Hathaway happily, being a Brooklyn native.
"Not just Brooklyn, but all of New York. The Nets will represent the entire city. I'm planning to have a new name for the team through an online poll," Charles said while playfully rubbing Anne's chest, which made her giggle.
"But Manhattan folks won't recognize Brooklyn natives. Manhattan represents true New Yorkers!" explained Anne Hathaway.
"Heh, the New York Mets' new stadium, Citi Field, opened in Queens this March, and the New York Yankees' new Yankee Stadium finished in April in the Bronx. New York Giants and the New York Jets both play at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, their current home. Yet, they still represent New York!"
If Charles could sign the Nets to Brooklyn, why couldn't they represent New York?
Then there's hockey. The New York Rangers, owned by the Dolan family, play in Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, but the New York Islanders' home is still in Long Island, New York!
However, since the Nets moved from Long Island, New York, to New Jersey and changed from New York Nets to New Jersey Nets, Charles also planned to change the name again this time!
"Madison Square Garden isn't just any place; it holds significant meaning. The new Brooklyn arena may not receive the same recognition," stated Anne Hathaway, fully aware of the importance of Madison Square Garden to New Yorkers.
"Basketball Mecca, right? Besides, you have Rucker Park in Manhattan's Harlem. The two American basketball Meccas are both in Manhattan."
Manhattan is the wealthiest neighborhood in the U.S., giving the Knicks unrivaled prestige.
"Don't worry, Brooklyn has a population of 2.5 million, whereas Manhattan only has 1.5 million," Charles said, even if he couldn't gain the support of most Manhattanites, Brooklyn's population was sufficient.
Brooklyn might not match Manhattan, but it's wealthier than many other places.
Finished speaking, Charles rolled off Anne Hathaway, folding his arms behind his head.
"Charles, Capet had another record-breaking summer box office with The Proposal, Iron Man 2 last month, and The Hangover this month. All big hits!
Today is the 15th, The Hangover has been out for 10 days and has already grossed over a hundred million dollars in North America!"
Anne Hathaway rested her head on her hand, drawing circles on Charles's chest, full of affection.
"And Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is coming out later this month. This summer really belongs to Capet."
Charles smiled humbly, "Next month, Warner Brothers' Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and 20th Century Fox's Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs will be released. Tough competition. But Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen will have plenty of time to rake in the box office!"
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen started its global release on June 24th, three weeks before Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Although Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs is an animated film and comes out a week after Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, competition is less of a concern.
...
Colorado, Capet Ranch.
Charles walked out onto the villa's balcony. The beautiful forest scenery was pleasing to the eye. Britney Spears, wearing an open shirt, embraced Charles from behind.
"Michael's London concert is next month. Wanna go?" Britney asked.
Charles shook his head, "Not really interested, too crowded."
All 20 concert shows sold out within four hours; Michael Jackson was incredibly popular.
"So, how's your best-of album coming along?" Charles turned around, holding Britney by the shoulder. She was only in underwear and an open men's shirt, looking quite stunning.
"Releasing at the end of the year, still in preparation," Britney Spears replied. Last year, she had gone on a world tour and released her sixth studio album. This year, it would be her second best-of compilation.
"Sweetie, you're really irresistible," Charles said, leaning in to kiss Britney as his hands roamed over her chest.
Charles had initially planned to head to Washington to meet President Obama in New York, but unfortunately, Obama had gone to Hawaii for vacation. Charles only met with one of Obama's advisors.
The Federal Congress made policies, the White House executed global strategies, the Pentagon held military power, Wall Street manipulated capital, Hollywood exported values, and Silicon Valley drove technological innovation. All these factors cemented America's top positions in global economy, politics, military, culture, and technology.
Charles planned to acquire NBC Universal to become a major player in Hollywood. This would certainly deepen his interactions with Washington, D.C.
Britney Spears passionately responded to Charles' kiss.
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