Chapter 004: Opportunity Arises

Such an environment is nothing to Hugo. Having left home for ten years in pursuit of his musical dreams, Hugo even spent nights sleeping rough in the wilderness alongside vagrants during his days of performing gigs. Therefore, having a place to stay is not something to complain about. However, it is hard to imagine how miserable his previous life must have been, given that the body he inhabits now, before his crossing over, could have been the protagonist of a film, yet has fallen to such a state, and he has to live with his agent.

Joseph sighed and nodded. A weary smile appeared on Hugo's face as he walked with unsteady steps toward the bathroom door, but Joseph blocked Hugo at the entrance, prompting Hugo to look up at his manager in confusion. "Hugo, I warn you, this is the last time I will warn you, do not get involved with drugs again"

In 2014, the twenty-five-year-old Chen Hugo traversed time to become the twenty-five-year-old Hugo Lancaster living in 1992. Previously, Hugo had not been afforded many opportunities to showcase his talents. Could this time travel be the best opportunity for him?

Hugo only felt Joseph take a large step forward, his robust figure immediately blocking all the flashlights in front. In fact, Hugo's height of 6 feet (1.83 meters) and weight of 160 pounds (73 kilograms) was not weak, but Joseph's massive size easily overshadowed all the light and shadow. It was only then that Hugo was able to open his eyes and see the situation outside through Joseph's shoulder. In fact, Hugo's height of 6 feet (1.83 meters) and weight of 160 pounds (73 kilograms) was not weak, but Joseph's massive size easily overshadowed all the light and shadow. It was only then that Hugo was able to open his eyes and see the situation outside through Joseph's shoulder.

As he watched Joseph start the engine of the car, Hugo finally felt the wave of the 1990s rushing towards him. Joseph was driving the first generation Volkswagen Golf, a classic model of the Volkswagen civilian car, which was likely produced in the 1970s. After entering the 21st century, this car has become a rare sight. The weathered paint, muddy tires, and rusted front of the car made Hugo not only sense the passage of time but also the harsh reality of his own difficult existence.

Hugo remembers that the reporter mentioned at the elevator entrance that this is not the first time Hugo Lancaster has been nominated for the Golden Raspberries for Worst Actor. It seems that this actor has had many acting opportunities in the past, including an audition for "River Love" tomorrow

The scenery of Los Angeles outside the car window no longer captured Hugo's attention. Gazing at the starry sky, Hugo's mind went blank, the shock of the journey still resonating in his mind, rendering him largely incapable of thought.

Joseph furrowed his brow, gazing at Hugo with surprise, his eyes filled with uncertainty This startled Hugo momentarily, wondering if Joseph had discovered that the soul within this body had been replaced However, Joseph quickly averted his gaze, attributing Hugo's abnormality to the side effects of drugs

Joseph did not leave Hugo much time to think; he directly forged ahead, dispersing the reporters. Hugo hurriedly followed, unsure of what to say even in front of Joseph, let alone to the reporters. He was particularly at a loss for a reasonable explanation for the earlier blunder, as he certainly could not tell the reporters, "Hey, I'm just a hapless guy who crossed over."

However

However, it can be imagined that Hugo Lancaster winning the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor will certainly make his future in the entertainment industry fraught with difficulties. Hollywood has never lacked handsome men and beautiful women, and the fact that Hugo had never heard of this actor's name in 2014 indicates that this actor is nothing more than a complete pretty face. Therefore, the audition for "River Love" tomorrow is likely to be fraught with misfortune.

When Hugo returned home, his consciousness vaguely returned to Los Angeles in 1992. He discovered that the car was in relatively good condition, but the road leading to his residence clearly displayed the dire state of his situation. The feces, urine, syringes, and trash on the street outside the door were nothing compared to the homeless people and the filthy tents that filled the dark night with the rich colors of "Sin City." In this space of less than 400 square feet (38 square meters), there were only two mattresses, a desk, and a wardrobe, with no other furniture in sight. Hugo even felt like cheering for having a private bathroom, relieved that he did not have to use a public shower. Dirty clothes were strewn everywhere, and the ashtray on the bedside table was nearly overflowing. A spider nimbly jumped down from above the light fixture, landing on the mattress before scurrying towards the bedside table, as agile as Tom Cruise in "Mission: Impossible."

Before the time travel, Hugo, born in 1989, was about to celebrate his twenty-fifth birthday in 2014. He had been involved in the underground rock music scene for ten years and had struggled as a supporting actor for five years. After running away from home at the age of fifteen, he never returned. The only motivation that kept him going was his unwavering dedication to his dreams. He aspired to work as an artist under the spotlight, wanting to become an outstanding singer and an excellent actor. After running away from home at the age of fifteen, he never returned. The only motivation that kept him going was his unwavering dedication to his dreams. He aspired to work as an artist under the spotlight, wanting to become an outstanding singer and an excellent actor.

Hugo heard this statement and was about to argue that he would never touch drugs. However, Joseph did not wait for his response and directly turned around to sit down beside the mattress, picking up a thick book from the ground—looking very much like a script—and began to flip through it.

Hugo hesitated for a moment, said nothing further, and walked into the bathroom, closing the door behind him. The small space, referred to as a bathroom, actually contained only a showerhead and a washbasin; if three people were to squeeze in at the same time, it would likely be impossible to turn around. Hugo turned on the faucet, and when the washbasin was full, he held his breath and submerged his entire face beneath the water.

Joseph turned to look at Hugo in front of him, his complexion appearing extremely pale, to the extent that even the makeup he had meticulously applied for the award ceremony could not conceal the fading color from his cheeks. His amber eyes were now restless and unfocused, and the melancholy between his brows slowly spread like that of Romeo from Shakespeare's pen.

"Please make way, please make way." Joseph's voice came through, interrupting the reporters' pressing questions directed at Hugo

Reflecting once more on the great blunder of tonight, Hugo's still-recovering mind began to spin again. God knows how many drugs this body had consumed before it departed from this world, allowing Hugo's soul to traverse over.

Hugo suddenly lifted his head from the surface of the washbasin, realizing that this might be his opportunity

The film "Hudson Hawk" had an investment of 65 million dollars, making it a top-tier blockbuster in the early 1990s. Hugo Weaving snatched the lead role from Bruce Willis, and starred alongside Andie MacDowell, who gained fame from "Sex, Lies, and Videotape" and later from "Four Weddings and a Funeral." Unfortunately, this film, which combined action, comedy, and attractive leads, not only suffered a dismal box office performance, earning only 17 million dollars, but also received a terrible reputation, plummeting to the bottom. At the 12th Golden Raspberries Awards, it garnered multiple nominations for Worst Picture, Worst Director, Worst Actor, and Worst Actress. Ultimately, Hugo emerged victorious.

"You should get ready to rest early, tomorrow..." Joseph turned to look at Hugo, who was standing at the door in a daze, and couldn't help but shake his head. Hugo had been acting unusually tonight, but upon further reflection, Joseph suspected that the pressure from the Golden Raspberries might have caused Hugo to overdose on drugs and ultimately faint in the bathroom.

At this point, Joseph found himself at a loss for words. Even though he wanted to comfort Hugo, he could not muster enough language to do so. In the end, he could only attempt to ease his tense tone slightly, saying, "There is a movie audition tomorrow. Robert Redford is quite a tough nut to crack, and casting director Elisabeth Leustig is even more particular."

Hugo stopped Joseph, who was about to enter the bathroom, and said, "May I use the bathroom first?" Hugo finally used the first person, and although it still felt quite strange, it was at least a step forward

Joseph's words gradually awakened the memories in Hugo's mind; he was receiving the original memories of this body. It seemed that after Hugo had crossed over, he still had not completely achieved the integration of his soul and body, and he needed the stimulation of real circumstances to fully immerse himself in life in 1992

Approximately ten journalists were gathered at the elevator door. Although the number of people was not large, it felt as if a vast army had blocked the narrow entrance. Hugo had been involved in the underground rock music scene for ten years and had never witnessed such a spectacle. Previously, he had always been an observer, but this time he had become the center of attention—this was not a good thing, making Hugo feel quite uncomfortable. He was unsure whether to be pleased about finally receiving attention or to complain about facing such a dire situation after his arrival.

"A River Runs Through It," a film adapted from the autobiographical novel by Norman Maclean, directed by Robert Redford? Joseph raised his tone, attempting to awaken the memories in Hugo's mind with his words. Hugo stood still, raised an eyebrow, and displayed a look of understanding, which caused Joseph to curl his lip.

The world beneath the water is so quiet, and this is the first moment of tranquility that Hugo has experienced since his journey. He has finally recalled some memories; the owner of this body is not an unknown figure in the entertainment industry. Born in 1967, Hugo, who has not yet turned twenty-five this year, gained notoriety as the male lead in the film "Hudson Hawk," for which he received the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor.

Hugo looked at the unfamiliar face in the mirror, with light brown eyes and dark golden hair, the damp hair slightly curled and hanging down. He tugged at the corner of his mouth, and the man in the mirror revealed a vibrant smile, then exhaled deeply, "Hugo, this is your opportunity, seize it." He spoke in clear and precise Mandarin, temporarily suppressing the unease and anxiety within him. Thinking this way, perhaps crossing over wasn't so bad after all.

Surprisingly, the reporters did not make things too difficult for them. Although questions and flashes of light poured in incessantly, they did not hinder the progress of the two individuals. Soon, Hugo successfully followed Joseph into the car. Hugo speculated that the reason the reporters were willing to let them go was that the attention on the Golden Raspberries was currently not as significant as that of the 21st century, and the topics the reporters wanted to cover had already been sufficiently addressed at the awards ceremony, making further entanglement unnecessary. So, does this mean that the impact of the news on the front page tomorrow will not be as significant as imagined? With this thought, Hugo's chaotic mind after the transition finally settled down a bit.

The life of an actor does not seem to be as glamorous as it appears; or rather, has this body squandered its wealth elsewhere? This is certainly not a good beginning

Hugo shifted his gaze from the chaotic room in front of him to Joseph, instinctively asking, "What audition?"