Domination in America, Starting from being a Boxing Champion

Taylor, raising a child like you do isn't suitable. Hand them over to us. The children will receive extra love. What do you say?"

Taylor bowed her head, thinking seriously about Ivanka's words. Ivanka was making sense; having Link take care of the children seemed appropriate.

However, this would also mean losing the children, and Link would get two beautiful little angels without doing anything. More importantly, handing the children over to Link meant she would lose the game. In the future, to see the children, she would need Link's permission.

Taylor shook her head firmly, "Ivanka, you've got one thing wrong. In your scenario, the children would become a burden in my life, causing inconvenience to my work and personal life. But in my plan, the children are part of my beautiful life. I have already included them in my blueprint for the future. They are not trouble to me, and I don't want to be separated from them."

Ivanka nodded, then suddenly tilted her lips into a smile, "Link says you're a very, very stubborn person; no one can persuade you, and to this, I agree."

Taylor's delicate cheeks flushed red, and she huffed lightly. She was very dissatisfied with Link for speaking ill of her behind her back. If that bastard were here, she would definitely punch him a few times.

"I just insist on doing what I think is right."

"Yes, you are a very brave and opinionated woman. It's admirable. Now that you have your own plans, are you ready to go public with the news, to offer a public apology?"

Ivanka inquired.

Taylor nodded silently. This sort of thing sounded simple, but the mere thought of the media and fans' reactions once the news broke was enough for her to feel a wave of public pressure bearing down on her.

"Taylor, while the news hasn't broke yet, we have enough time to discuss strategies. If needed, Link Music and Lionsgate Films' PR departments can coordinate with your side. Also, at the Nashville mansion, we can arrange for someone to investigate which media reporters are lurking around, what they know, and if they don't know much, we can send someone to handle the media, buying more time."

Ivanka stated methodically.

Taylor nodded in agreement, feeling increasingly calm.

Ever since learning of the news from her bodyguard, Mitchell, she had been tense and anxious, thinking all day about the public reaction once the news exploded and how to resolve the situation.

But she hadn't thought of investigating the identities of those outside the mansion, of dealing with these people first and then slowly finding a way to solve the children's issue, keeping the initiative in her hands, thereby buying herself a bit more time.

Reflecting on this, she couldn't help but look at Ivanka, who had long held roles as CEO and Chairman. The way she viewed problems was different, and her approach to dealing with issues was more comprehensive.

"Ivanka, thank you!"

Taylor said, raising her coffee cup.

"You're welcome!"

Ivanka smiled slightly, clinking cups with her.

The two continued discussing specific plans.

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Not far away, at a booth, Leonardo turned his head to look at the poker table and asked how many were still betting. James Franco said it was just down to him and Tobey Maguire.

"Showdown!"

Leonardo tapped the table with his finger.

Tobey Maguire revealed a dimpled smile, turning over two hearts, Jack and 8, combined with a queen, 10, and 9 of hearts from the five community cards, he formed the largest possible hand: a straight flush, queen high.

"Impossible! I just saw the Jack of hearts in James's hand. How did it end up with you?"

Leonardo asked, frowning.

"Mine is the Jack of diamonds."

James Franco laughed, leaning back in his chair.

Tobey Maguire shrugged and smiled, "Leonardo, let's see your hole cards."

"No need, you've won."

Leonardo threw his two hole cards into the deck in annoyance. He had a king of hearts and a jack of spades, the largest possible hand being a straight: king high. It was far inferior to Maguire's hand.

While he didn't lose much on any single hand, the constant losses were irksome, and he swore that today he would win back some from Tobey.

"Hey!"

"Shut up! No making weird noises while we're playing cards."

Not long into the new round, Tobey Maguire suddenly exclaimed again while looking at his cards, also glancing up behind Leonardo with a surprised expression. The rest of the players turned to look in the same direction, curious.

Eva and Taylor walked out of the cafe shoulder to shoulder, both wearing smiles, looking very harmonious.

Additionally, both women were over 180 centimeters tall with stunning appearances.

One a cold and domineering CEO, the other a fresh and artistic goddess.

As they walked together, they instantly drew the attention of everyone in the room, and nearly all the men saluted them with their gazes.

Once the women left, the café erupted with chatter, with many beginning to discuss their relationship and adding in Playboy Link, the topic became even juicier.

"What's going on, why has it suddenly become so lively? I heard someone mention Link, did Link also come?"

Leonardo asked curiously.

"It's nothing, let's keep playing cards."

Tobey Maguire laughed.

"It can't be nothing, Tom, what happened?"

Leonardo looked toward Tom Hardy, who was sitting diagonally across from him – the two had worked together in "Inception."

"Miss Thomp and Miss Taylor have left together."

"The two of them, together?"

Leonardo frowned slightly but couldn't resist glancing back, only to find that the two women had already walked far away.

"Eva and Taylor were chatting as they walked; their relationship seems much better than the rumors."

James Franco said.

"Yes, maybe there was some misunderstanding before, but now it's been cleared up."

Woody Harrelson added, having played important roles in movies such as "Rampart," "Indecent Proposal," "No Country for Old Men," "Messenger," and also being one of the card players.

"Link isn't really cut out to be a playboy. To be a playboy, you need to take it slow, one per year. The way he finds several at once, and with the likes of Eva, Taylor, and Marion Cotillard – trust me, he's eventually going to crash and burn."

Leonardo said confidently.

"Probably not, Link and Eva have already exchanged rings, and I heard they're planning to get engaged."

Tobey Maguire said.

"Even married couples can divorce, let alone two people who aren't even engaged yet. Alright, enough talk, let's deal the cards; I'm sure to win this time."

Leonardo knocked on the table.

James Franco's girlfriend dealt the fourth community card, which was the ten of clubs.

Ding-dong!

Leonardo's phone, which was on the table, rang. He picked it up and saw a message from Link, asking if he needed anything.

Leonardo asked him if he had time to come play Texas Hold'em.

Link replied that he did not know how to play as he was working out in the training room.

Leonardo shook his head and asked why he was still training since he was already a champion boxer.

Link replied, "The path to strength is endless."

Leonardo twisted his mouth, feeling the guy was putting on airs.

He initially wanted to tease him about his ex-girlfriend and current girlfriend dating, but then thought better of it. Maybe the guy already knew, so he simply texted back about hanging out together sometime to pick up girls, offering to introduce him to some very pretty models.

Link replied with an 'okay.'

Leonardo put down his phone and told the others that Link was training at home and didn't have time to come play cards.

Everyone marveled at how diligent Link was – so accomplished yet still so hardworking. Compared to him, they all felt like slackers.

Inspired by Link, the mood for playing cards among the group was greatly affected, and they ended the game early after a couple more rounds.