183: Chapter 183 A New Cashback Plan!

The system quickly gave a positive reply.

According to the system, as long as Monica participated in these movies, all expenses incurred could be cashed back at a 100-fold efficiency.

Shen Zhou's eyes lit up instantly.

"Great! Opening companies and whatnot is just weak; it's far more cost-effective to directly start filming large-scale, big-budget movies."

"Plus, I can use this process to properly cultivate Juliana's fame and even infiltrate the Hollywood scene."

Having made up his mind, Shen Zhou happily returned to the screening hall.

He had just returned when he arrived right at the end of the movie.

"Perfect timing."

Shen Zhou immediately began watching the film before him.

After the movie finished, Monica turned her head and noticed Shen Zhou had returned, so she hurriedly apologized.

"Hahaha, it seems you really liked this movie, Monica; you didn't even notice I had returned."

Shen Zhou teased playfully.

"If it hadn't been you, my bodyguards would certainly have stopped anyone else trying to sit in the seat next to me."

"Besides, I was afraid that turning my head to greet you would have distracted you from the end of the movie."

Monica handled the situation very smoothly; even her apology was handled with such finesse.

Hearing this answer, Shen Zhou couldn't bring himself to be angry at all.

He even felt that what Monica did was truly the best choice.

The two talked about the plot of the movie as they walked out of the cinema.

However, as soon as they stepped outside, they saw a group of bodyguards gathered at the main entrance.

They were looking at the passing crowds with vigilant expressions.

Many of the audience members who had just walked out of the screening hall couldn't help but cast surprised glances their way.

Some people even took out their phones to start taking pictures.

The bodyguards were extremely professional; although they didn't rudely expel anyone, they did their best to use their bodies to block the angles of the surrounding people trying to take photos.

Monica was also very experienced in handling such situations.

"I'm sorry everyone, I've caused you trouble."

Monica first bowed slightly to the surrounding audience, offering an apologetic smile.

Seeing this woman, who looked like a forest elf, apologize so politely, none of the audience members present felt offended at all.

Many people even followed alongside Monica and Shen Zhou, unwilling to leave.

They just wanted to catch a glimpse of Monica's stunning, elf-like beauty.

Of course, some people were also looking at Shen Zhou, who was by Monica's side, with great surprise.

"This Chinese man is also very handsome; no wonder he can walk alongside such a beauty."

"I don't know if these bodyguards belong to the beauty or the Chinese man, but regardless, they look really professional!"

"Look at the bulges at the waist of these bodyguards; they might even be carrying firearms!"

"It looks like the two people being protected are real big shots!"

"Why does this beauty in front of me look a bit like Princess Monica!"

Gradually, some people seemed to recognize Monica's true identity.

But they were somewhat incredulous.

After all, how could a woman as perfect as an angel like Monica easily come to such a place to watch a movie?

In many people's impressions, Monica would only watch in a private home cinema.

When the crowd slowly dispersed, Monica slightly pouted her lips, looking a bit unhappy.

She had finally managed to get this kind of free time.

After all, she was under media exposure all year round.

And this time alone with Shen Zhou made her feel it was very precious.

She was even somewhat unwilling to say goodbye to this special experience just like that.

However, the appearance of the bodyguards and the gathering of the surrounding people were all reminding her that it was time to return to her original life.

She just didn't know if she would have a chance to meet Shen Zhou again after they parted.

"Shen Zhou, would you say we are friends?"

Monica suddenly asked, a hint of pleading in her eyes.

"Of course, we will definitely be good friends forever."

Shen Zhou said righteously, while mentally putting "good friends" in special quotation marks.

"That's good. Then, in the future, when I'm feeling stifled at work, can you, as a good friend, come to visit me?"

"I remember many people call this kind of behavior 'visiting the set'."

Monica suddenly smiled playfully, her eyes fixed tightly on Shen Zhou, filled with expectation.

"Of course. I will go to see you whenever I have time, no matter how far apart we are."

Shen Zhou gave an affirmative reply without hesitation.

"Then I'll be waiting for you."

"Also, in a while, I will be holding an art exhibition in a small country; it's my private art exhibition, and you must remember to come."

A charming smile bloomed on Monica's face, and she issued the invitation without hesitation.

"I definitely will go. I'll even bring some friends along. If the opportunity is right, I will also collect some of your paintings."

Shen Zhou gave his promise decisively.

This further closed the distance in the relationship between him and Monica.

He would not let Monica be disappointed no matter what.

No matter who tried to stop him from going to the private art exhibition, he would spare no cost to clear all obstacles.

Just like that, Monica finally left, looking back every few steps, under the protection of her bodyguards.

When Shen Zhou returned to Pearl Castle that evening, he found Maria still waiting inside the castle.

"Why haven't you clocked off yet? If this continues for a few more days, won't you be complaining in private that I'm a black-hearted boss making you work overtime?"

Shen Zhou couldn't help but tease.

"Boss, even if I work overtime, it's voluntary. Besides, didn't you say you had something to discuss with me tomorrow?"

"Your time is too precious; I might as well wait here to save from taking up your time tomorrow."

Maria smiled happily, watching Shen Zhou with a rather peculiar gaze.

The interaction between Shen Zhou and Monica today really surprised her.

"Why are you looking at me with that look? Is there something dirty on my face?"

For a moment, Shen Zhou was a bit shocked by Maria's gaze.

"Boss, can I ask you a relatively private question?"

After a moment of hesitation, Maria finally bit her red lips and asked boldly.

She was just too curious; if she didn't get a clear answer, she probably wouldn't be able to sleep tonight.

"Maria, perhaps this is your true purpose; otherwise, you wouldn't be waiting for me here late at night."

Shen Zhou shook his head, somewhat speechless, and signaled for her to ask quickly.