In a mansion oskirts of Los Angeles, a wild Hollywood party was in full swing, with the fever and madness of Hollywood palpable in the air. Women in barely-there attire, men sprawled in chairs, their druate evident on their bodies—everyone had their reasons for indulging.

  -Billy. - slurred a drunken Winona, hand-in-hand with a brue Christina Ricci, both exuding their brand of charm. Hollywood's elite were all present; Billy spotted Ethan Hawke in the distah Ben Stiller, alongside a youthful Alicia Silverstoill vibrant aiful as any '90s i.

  I didn't think you'd show up at parties. - Winona blushed.

  I wouldn't have, but someone called me about something important. - Billy replied.

  Not long ago, he received a st-minute call that Liam Neeson would be attending, introdug Billy to some on acquaintances. Billy had accepted a role in Star Wars, and before that, decided tthen his retionship with Gee Lucas, who asked him to keep a closer eye on Liam.

  -Ohhhh who are you looking for? - Winona asked, blushing, as Drew Barrymore arrived—a bold and youthful presence, known for her Pyboy appearand ret return to the limelight.

  -You're Billy Carsht? I've heard a lot about you. Why don't you join us? - Drew suggested.

  -I've got someoo meet, but maybe ter. - Billy casually brushed off Drew, not many dared to front him face-to-face; the younger geioated in his presence.

  -e, I'll help you find him. By the way, you should meet Christina; she's a good friend of mine. - Winona suggested.

  -Pleasure, Billy Carson. - Billy replied.

  -o meet you, Billy. - murmured the bck-haired woman, Winona's gothic style plemented by her dark locks, parted by bangs c her forehead.

  -Pleasure's mine. Didn't expect to see you here, Wina. - Billy said, embrag the brue.

  -Well, been a bit stressed, and decided to take a weekend off. - Winona replied.

  ***

  Gwyh was secretly discussing matters with Leonardo in a private room, both tense despite their nont attitudes. Leo simply wao sleep with her, while Gwyh hoped he would propose something more serious.

  They were in a small closed room, hidden behind gss.

  -I think we should go out. - the blonde said, cheeks flushed.

  -e on, woman, don't deny what's between us. It's simple; we're attracted to each other, and it's not good to suppress it. - Leo remarked, lightly biting her shoulder. She sighed, melting into Leo's arms.

  But as she opehe door that fihem, she disappeared a her way. She spotted Billy with a couple of older actors but shook her head; despite her foolish ambition, she knew she had to prioritize her well-being above all else.

  -I don't like being ignored so much. - Leo remarked, grabbing her waist and walking out with Leonardo.

  He found what Leonardo called the gang: Alicia Silverstoobey Maguire, Kevin, Luke Hass, and Kate Moss.

  -So this guy is loaded, huh? - Kate Moss asked.

  -Well, he owns a film produ pany, something called Pixar, and he's been making money year after year without losses. Some say the day he faces a flop, it'll be secutive, but no oalking about that since he sold a pany for 500 million dolrs. - Luke Hass ented, a handsome blond actor often seen with Leonardo as his wingman.

  -Who are you talking about? - Leonardo asked, seemingly disected from the social se, though the blonde by his side bit her tongue, but in the end, it didn't matter much. Or did it?

  -Billy Carson. He was seen arriving at the party in a suit like he just e from work. - Tobey opened up for Leo.

  -Ahhhh, that's the guy who beat us to the role. You know him, Gwen? -

  -Yeah, he's visited my godfather's mansion several times, and they have various business dealings. They're starting a film pany together; the price tag must be insane. - Gwyh ented cautiously, mindful of her words—after all, they could bounce ba her, and Billy would move on, but her career was just beginning and couldn't afford a sdal.

  Kate Moss grabbed her arm. - What else do you know about him? - she asked closely.

  -He's disgustingly rid good at business. We did a movie... He's a good actor, but business-wise, he's in a league of his own. He has that air of power that even the big shots respect; he talks to the CEOs of Warner, Universal, and Paramount—holy, it's kind of ridiculous. - Gwyh replied.

  -Wow! He must have some serious guts. - Leonardo joked.

  -Hahaha, Leo, man, what have we doh our lives? - Luke Haas chimed in, elig smiles from everyone.

  -I think just being human... in my opinion, he o loosen his tie knot, but let's ge the subject; this gathering is b. We could visit the lounge. - Leo suggested.

  The lounge was aic club where all kinds of acts took pce. Gwyh relutly joihem, still resentful, her eyes occasionally darting towards Billy who was deep in versation with two men she didn't quite uand why.

  -Sure, let's go then. - Gwyh said, as Kate Moss chuckled.

  ***

  -Mr. Lucas mentioned we should start filming by December. I'm itted to being part of it, but I find it hard to believe you're doing this just for the pride of produ. - Liam Neeson remarked.

  -Well, I don't have a role, and I'd rather not get into these types of films right now. - Billy replied, not wanting to seem intrusive, but his role in Star Wars was demanding a triple schedule—perhaps Anakin Skywalker? With stant revisions to explore a dark yet intriguing theme, it ossible for Billy.

  -Shame we won't be w together. - Liam ented, smiling as he sipped his soda. He gestured, and his wife smiled back, surrounded by some friends.

  -I think our chat has e to an end. Thanks for clearing things up. - Liam said, anticipating his tract would arrive at his doorstep in a few days. He took his wife's hand as Billy gnced around; the music was quieter now, nearing midnight.

  Before he could sit, an older proached, seemingly here on business. With a heavy sigh, Billy greeted her, w where this enter would lead him.

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