001 ultimatum
“It's too late, it's too late.”
Renly glanced at the clock on the wall of the hall and wailed in pain. His habit of sleeping in should really change. Although there is no time limit for today's audition, it is from 9 am to 6 pm, all day long. You can arrive at any time, but if it weren't for his laziness about being in bed, he would have been waiting in the queue at this time. Who knows if the people queuing up for auditions today will fill the entire theater.
At this moment, the mobile phone rang suddenly. The melody of Bach's unaccompanied cello suite was mellow and melodious, flowing slowly in the golden sunshine. But for Renly, it only made him more panicked. He picked up the mobile phone. He glanced at it, then threw it directly into his backpack. He took the keys on the TV table at the door and quickly left the room, leaving only a "bang" sound and the wooden door buzzing and accusing..
I ran downstairs, raised my hand, and a yellow taxi quickly stopped on the side of the road. The only advantage of getting up late is that it avoids the rush hour. Otherwise, in a big city like New York, taxis Thousands and thousands of them, but not one of them can be stopped in an emergency..
“Broadway, Sixth Street." Renly shouted, then opened the door, and the taxi immediately started the engine again..
The mobile phone in the backpack was still thinking tirelessly, and the melody like a river of moonlight kept calling for Renly's favor. He raised his chin and looked in the rearview mirror to briefly tidy up his messy hair. Her short, slightly curly brown hair stretched out stubbornly. Her slender fingers ran through her hair, trying to comb them in the same direction. Then she buttoned up all the top buttons of her shirt and made sure that her clothes were not perfect. relieved.
“Hello, this is Renly-Hall." After picking up the phone, Renly said quickly.
“Renly, what the hell are you doing! You should know that it is very rude to refuse to answer my call." A dignified, elegant yet stern voice came from the other end of the phone..
Renly could effortlessly picture the figure of the other party in his mind, a white lace shirt paired with brown straight suit trousers, a sky blue suit jacket spotless, with today's "The Times" in front of him, and next to him It’s the fragrant black tea and desserts.
“Mother, you should know that there is a time difference between us. It is ten-thirty in the morning here." Renly slowed down his speaking speed, calmly and gracefully, with gentlemanly etiquette. There was a hint of hidden sarcasm in his words, and he fought back..
The person on the other end of the phone was none other than Renly's mother in this life, Elizabeth-Hall. She lives in London, on the other side of the Atlantic, and owns an art gallery located on Piccadilly Street, 15 miles from Somerset. Not far from Smoerset-House.
“Are you telling me that you just got up? Elizabeth's voice rose slightly, with an air of calmness and authority, "You shouldn't let yourself live like this, you know this." Renly pursed his lips, and there was a trace of disapproval in his eyes, but There is no intention to refute. They have argued enough. There is no need to repeat it..
Elizabeth seemed to realize this, took a deep breath, readjusted her emotions, and said again, "I know your dream of being an actor. After careful consideration, your father and I believe that we should give you a chance to show yourself, at least Let you prove your talent. So, buy your ticket today and come back to London. In March next year, 'Hamlet' will be staged again in London's West End. We have secured the opportunity for you to perform..”
“What? 'Hamlet'? "Renly's eyes suddenly lit up. As one of Shakespeare's four most famous tragedies, the name of this drama is naturally loud enough. If you can become a member of the regular cast, it will definitely be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity..
However, after the surprise, Renly began to question. Growing up, his father and mother had never supported his dream of becoming an actor, or even strongly opposed it. Why did he change his attitude today? He has been in New York for three months. Even if he wants to change, he has missed the opportunity. Is there anything special today?？
“Are you serious? "Renly's brows couldn't help but frown slightly, "Then what's wrong with your professional prejudice against actors? Aren't you worried that after I become a real actor, I will never have a chance to look back?？”
“Are you really prepared to consider being an actor a lifelong career? "Elizabeth's tone seemed a bit stiff. Even if she didn't deliberately raise it, there was no doubt about the coldness hidden in it. "You are going to be out there all your life, and then beg for job opportunities in a low voice, and betray yourself in the spotlight. Live in privacy, use yourself to entertain others, and become the talk of the world? As an actor, you are always just someone else's plaything! It's always just a joke! Renly Hall, you should know that your last name is far more noble than this.！”
Demeaning people completely in an understatement, without even using a single curse word, is enough to make people tremble with anger. But for Renly, he has long been used to it..
“Call me." A majestic voice came from the side, from far to near, and then the strong and steady voice came over, "You should know that this is your last chance..”
This is his father in this life, George Hall (Gee-Hall), a down-and-out British aristocrat and the current holder of a hereditary baronet title. He works at Barclays Bank and is responsible for managing the trust funds of the wealthy family..
“I have already planned everything for you to join the cast of 'Hamlet' and play the role of Laertes. As for whether you will be in the first team or the second team, it depends on your ability." George's cold voice was unsatisfactory. With any temperature, he gave the order vigorously and resolutely, "This play will be performed in the West End of London for three months. After the three months are over, you will go back to Cambridge University to complete your studies. We will arrange your future work for you.".”
I see.
They had arranged everything, gave him three months to realize his dream, and then obediently returned to the development track they expected. This was what they called a compromise, and they expected him to accept it happily, Then worship them with gratitude.
But, he doesn't want to, and he can't.
“No! "A short but powerful answer, Renly once again firmly stated his position..
“What? Are you crazy? "Not only did George's voice not explode, but it became deeper and deeper, and the anger hidden in it began to gurgling, "We have already agreed to your ridiculous request and given you three months to achieve that stupid goal, and you don't even know it yet. foot？”
“I want to be an actor, a real actor." Faced with his father's oppression, Renly did not flinch at all, with a shining light bursting out of his eyes, "I will work tirelessly towards this goal, even if the end Even if it is an abyss, I will never regret it.”
“Ha." He laughed angrily, and the deep laughter rolled in George's throat, "Should I say you are naive or stupid? You should know that there are not one million, but eight hundred thousand people in the world who want to be actors. But how many of them can truly reach the top and create great careers? five hundred? Or eight hundred? Everyone thinks they are special, everyone thinks they are a genius, everyone thinks they are unique, but I tell you, no. They are not, and neither are you. There are not that many geniuses in the world, and there are not that many. What a miracle. You are just a fool daydreaming. The chance of success is zero.！”
“This is my dream." Renly said every word, like a lighthouse in the storm, about to be destroyed, but indestructible..
“A dream that will never come true! George said coldly, not caring that the person on the other end of the phone was his son, sparing no effort to hit the other person, "You are not a genius, never have been!" A true genius should know how to measure his own talent, he should also know how to position himself, and he should also know the difference between choosing to give up and choosing to persist. You are not, you have seen what a real genius should be like, from childhood to adulthood, There are too many geniuses around you. Therefore, you should understand that unnecessary persistence is stupidity. It is not only a waste of your time and energy, but also a hindrance to everyone around you. You are not stupid, you are at least You should know how to give up.”
Facing his father's bombardment, Renly did not respond. He just listened quietly, as silently as a statue. An ultimatum from the other side of the Atlantic came from the other end of the phone, "Did you hear that? You heard that?" If you don't have the talent for acting, you should give up! If you don't know how to give up, then it's time for us to give up on you. So, come back to London and participate in the performance of 'Hamlet'. This is my concession and your last chance..”
After talking to himself, George hung up the phone without waiting for Renly's response. The "beep-beep" busy tone hit Renly's eardrums like a drum. , earth-shattering.
Renly exhaled softly and looked at the prosperous scene of the city outside the window, feeling a little lost. Ultimatum, today, he finally had his first audition opportunity in New York in three months, but he also ushered in the opportunity at home. ultimatum.
He knew the majesty of his father, and George was a man who kept his word. Although in the past three months, he had relied entirely on his own hands to persevere and did not take a penny from the family; but he knew that today The ultimatum is different, it may very well mean that they give up and completely banish him. Even if he is not expelled from the house, it should not be far away..
Maybe, as George said, knowing how to give up is the ability of a smart person, but giving up dreams and freedom, does it mean giving up life? In his last life, he chose to follow the rules and regulations; in this life, will he continue to make the same mistakes?？
No, he refuses! God gave him a chance to come back, and this time, he would not miss it！
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