Kevin Spacey looked at the card in his hand, and after he raised his head, the smile on the corner of his mouth became intriguing, as if he was thinking about what kind of reaction the winner would bring. He paused for a moment and glanced at the audience below, as if he was enjoying the happiness of only himself knowing the answer to the mystery. His smile couldn't help but become brighter, and then he pointed at the microphone and said:

"The winner of the 72nd Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay..." Is it Michael Mann or Anthony Mingella? It should be John Irving that chances are greater, everyone is speculating, and countless thoughts are surging, "Hugo Lancaster of the 'Beautiful Heart'."

"Oh, it turns out to be Hugo..." Everyone's first reaction was like this, nodding, but then they realized what the name meant. Expressions that were uncontrollable because they were too shocked appeared on the scene, so that there was a moment of pause. Almost everyone was looking at each other, and their eyes were asking in disbelief, "Did you vote for Hugo?"

Not to mention others, even Hugo was stunned. His first reaction was that Kevin was joking with him, but then his sight collided with Kevin in the air. Kevin seemed to say again, "It's you, it's you." This made Hugo's first reaction feel incredible.

At this time, Charlize finally reacted, stood up and gave Hugo a big hug, "I told you, I told you!" The ecstatic emotion burst out like the rising sun, and spread to Hugo, causing the smile on his lips to bloom.

Leonardo, who had just returned to his seat, jumping up and down from the side, as if he had obtained this little golden man, using every muscle in his body to vent his emotions, and it seemed even more fanatical than Hugo, the person involved. The crew of the "Supernatural Sixth Sense" next to him also rushed up and congratulated Hugo one after another.

"Mr. Hugo Lancaster, please come on stage to receive the award?" Kevin's teasing sound came out of the microphone, causing everyone in the audience to chuckle. Only then did people realize what was going on. The applause was intermittent and scattered, but in the blink of an eye it became a whole. When Hugo stood on the stage, the applause of the mountains and tsunamis truly reached its peak and could not stop at all.

Indeed, Hugo is now a "Hollywood cancer". He has shown his unique dominance in the past eight years and has completely changed the development route of the entire film industry. He has led to the emergence of a club of 20 million. He has contributed the first work in film history with a box office of over 500 million. He occupies the throne of the first North American album sales history. He has opened the era of blockbusters. He has redefined the "box office appeal". He has become the first Oscar winner in film history under the age of 30. He is also the first film history in film history to gain both the actor and screenwriter Xiao Jinren. He has led to the resurgence of the golden age of rock. He stands on the top of the world in Maracana...

Just the name "Hugo Lancaster" has become an existence that everyone looks up to. As many professionals are concerned, Hugo's existence is a disaster for other peers, because it is unimaginable that other people want to break through Hugo's blockade.

But the reason why Hugo was able to become a unique top superstar in film history is definitely not because of his outstanding works, which not only made huge breakthroughs in box office, reputation and commentary, but also because his social influence is difficult for others to reach.

No one can ignore the excellence of the work "Beautiful Mind". Even if people are tired of Hugo's wonderful performance every time, people still have no way to deny this fact. Therefore, Hugo's screenwriter Xiao Jinren, who once again won the Oscar, was the best adapted script award this time, pushing Hugo's powerful momentum to the peak, which made other screenwriters return in a miserable way again, which is indeed disappointing, but... but think about it in turn, the judges who voted this vote are creating history with their own hands. They are the witnesses and founders of Hugo's brilliant dynasty.

At this moment, everyone's blood was boiling. Even though they were helpless, they were still convinced. Thunderous applause suddenly rose up, echoing continuously throughout the scene, shocking endless echoes, so that Hugo, who was standing in front of the microphone, tried to speak three times before and after, but failed to succeed.

Hugo turned his head and looked at Kevin standing next to him with some excitement. Kevin also raised his hands high and gave Hugo a round of applause. This made Hugo's smile gently outline. Looking at the noisy and shocking crowds under the stage, happiness slightly rippled.

"Thank you, thank you, thank you very much." Hugo's three consecutive words of thanks gradually calmed down the applause. He let out a long sigh, "It seems that I have nothing to say except thank you. Because no matter how gorgeous the words are, they cannot express my excitement and happiness at this moment, and of course there is also thanks." Hugo looked at the crew of "Beautiful Heart" sitting in the audience, "I should express my gratitude one by one like the crew members, and of course there are people who always accompany me during the adaptation of this story."

Although this sentence was obscure, there were ambiguous shouts on the scene. Everyone knew that Hugo was talking about Charlize. Listening to such cheering, Charlize tried to remain calm and tried his best to ignore it, but his cheeks still had a thin pink color uncontrollably. Then Leonardo patted her arm and cast a look, as if saying, "Hey, Hugo is talking about you."

Charlize gritted his teeth, simply widened his eyes and pointed his chin, and his eyes seemed to say, "Yes, it's me, are you jealous?" This made Leonardo touch his nose in embarrassment, with a frustrated look, which made several friends next to him who saw this scene chuckled.

Hugo, who was standing on the stage, did not find such a small episode. He continued, "But I want to thank another person here, my friend, Allen Strello." At this time, Allen, who was sitting in front of the TV, suddenly became stunned. Without warning, "I know that this name is very strange to many people, but without him, there would be no script of "Beautiful Mind". I remember that it was an afternoon. Allen found me with the materials he prepared, hoping that I could adapt John Nash's story into a movie. The reason was not because of how ups and downs John Nash's story was, but because he knew the pain and struggle of suffering from mental illness, and also knew the wrong vision of this society towards this vulnerable group, so he hoped that I could adapt a story so that we could truly feel the story behind those miracles John Nash created. So, this was the "Beautiful Mind."

Hugo's words calmed everyone on the scene, and everyone looked at Hugo with concentration and listened carefully. "I hope to express my views, listening, caring, and trust through this story. This is very important to us, and even more important to those who are suffering from mental illness for different reasons. They are no different from us."

"So, I must express my gratitude again. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to tell this story, and thank you for giving me the opportunity to stand here and tell my thoughts. Thank you!" Hugo nodded slightly, then stepped back and prepared to leave. The whole scene was silent, and no one could react at all. It was as if all the audience in front of the TV were completely in deep thought, and no one responded. But suddenly, Hugo paused, walked back to the microphone, and said with a smile, "Also, Mr. Ernst Lehman, congratulations on winning the award."

This time Hugo really left.

All the audience was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter, and then the applause rang again, resounding throughout the sky. However, the influence of Hugo's words just now had just begun to spread, and was affecting the historical process of society bit by bit at a speed that people cannot see with their naked eyes.

Alan was still sitting quietly, until the cigarette burned to his fingers. The hot temperature made him quickly throw the cigarette into the ashtray. Looking at the scalded blush on his fingertips, he did not rush to flush the water, but sat quietly on the chair again, as if the whole world had quieted down.

With the announcement of the Best Adapted Screenplay Award, the biggest suspense of the Oscar tonight has basically been announced to be lifted. "Beautiful Mind" includes three small golden men, Best Supporting Actor, Best Photography, and Best Adapted Screenplay. Among the other four competitors, only "Supernatural Sixth Sense" won the Best Supporting Actress Award. It can be said that "Beautiful Mind" won a huge victory tonight as the number one seed. If nothing unexpected happens, there is no suspense about the final award.

When Hugo walked to the side stage, he saw Steven Spielberg coming towards him. He was about to present the Best Director Award. Steven gave Hugo a big hug and showed a bright smile, "I heard that you are about to start writing scripts recently. So, should the director consider me this time?"

This made Hugo laugh happily, "I will think seriously!" Then Steven went on stage to present the awards, and then Hugo saw Charlize who had just arrived in the backstage, which surprised Hugo, "Why are you here?"

Before Charlize could answer, the staff next to him called Hugo who was about to leave the side stage, "Hugo, the Best Director Award is the Best Actress after the Best Actress Award is over. You are the award presenter. Are you ready to speak the words?"
Chapter completed!