Chapter 2022

"I never wanted to accept something like that. I don't know what it means. Anyway, it is not my goal in life. Otherwise, I should choose to stay in Cambridge at that time. Now I can have a completely different life. "

Lanli's smile was filled with a calm and indifferent atmosphere. It seemed that he had never changed from small to large. He always knew his dreams and wishes, and never wavered. So he ran all the way to the present. Lanli is still lanli. Even though the world has changed, he still sticks to his original self.

Just as Langley said, if it's for money or status, he should stay in London. He doesn't need to face all the difficulties, keep the title of "Hall" and make full use of his ability. Arthur believes that Langley can also make a breakthrough in London.

Similarly, for the sake of fame and glory, he should have gone to the audition of Raytheon at the beginning, which is a great opportunity to ascend to the sky. Even if he can't play Raytheon, he can show his strength to top producers through the audition stage, and then make an impression in front of large film companies, so as to open up more possibilities for his career, Maybe he could be a super hero in Marvel Universe now.

But these are not the pursuit of lanli.

Actors are just actors. Lanli's dream has never changed, and the accompanying awards are just extra rewards. For lanli, it's still not equal to the weight of the actor's dream. The same is true of present awards, which may be the goal of the whole career in the eyes of others; But for Langley, it was never in his planning. He didn't even understand the significance of the medals.

It's like the title of "hereditary aristocracy".

These practical problems are very important, very important, and Langley never denies this: if there is no money, he will starve to death in the street; Without fame, Sisyphus pictures and Don Quixote channel would not have been established. These are extremely realistic and cruel problems.

But for lanli, the difference lies in the priority of things.

Money? Food and clothing are enough. He doesn't dream of living in a luxury house or driving a sports car. He doesn't dream of owning an island or buying a company. The work in the Pioneer Village is enough; fame and prestige? It doesn't need to be too high, so that he can find more performance opportunities. Even if it's an independent film, it doesn't matter. That's enough. He never thinks that he can have a large number of supporters like little Robert Downey.

Everyone's life has countless choices, and everyone's choice will lead to a different life, there is no need to envy others' life, there is no need to imitate other people's footsteps, obedient to their own heart, choose a most suitable road for their own, and then unswervingly go on; As for other problems and things, contentment is good.

Refuse to receive a medal?

It sounds like an artist who is self righteous and self conceited, as if he is a lotus out of the mud. The posture of "everyone is drunk, I wake up alone" seems to be high, like a thorn in the palm, not too painful but uncomfortable.

But Arthur and Edith know that Langley is not posing, but from the heart.

If the medal and the honor represented by the medal are the goal of Langley, he hopes to surpass George and Elizabeth, show his success and prove his value in this way, then it is better to stay in London or even Cambridge; Even if it's still an actor, the west end is a better stage, easier to get in touch with London's elite and quickly open up the situation.

Lenley didn't.

Lanli devoted himself to the world of actors and polished himself slowly. He didn't care about the difference between commercial films and independent works, but continued to explore more possibilities on the acting level. Like "crazy Don Quixote", he walked alone on this dream road.

Medal, which was never the goal of Langley.

"But..." Arthur hesitated for a moment, but he could not help saying, "this is an opportunity, an opportunity to surpass his father! You can prove your strength. Even if you don't have the title of nobility, you can also create achievements that your father can't achieve in his whole life, or even surpass his title. "

Imagine that if Langley is awarded the order of commander, then "Lord Langley" will evolve into "Sir Langley", which also means that Langley can sit with George, which is undoubtedly a fatal blow for George and Elizabeth, and can easily destroy all their insistence——

This is also the fundamental reason for Elizabeth to send blank postcards: they feel the threat of the pain of the skin, and may be equalled or even surpassed by blue Lee at any time, so that they can not continue to steal, otherwise, the beautiful scene they maintain may fall apart at any time.

Arthur's words made Langley laugh briskly, "ha! But that's the problem. "

Edith immediately responded, "what? Not the order of commander? "

As an actor, the medal lenley was awarded is probably the lowest level of the British Empire Medal, which is consistent with the royal style; However, in the same order of the British Empire, Edith and Arthur all took it for granted that Langley should be awarded the order of Lord Commander, that is to say, he can be formally called "Sir", and his status is basically the same as that of Baron, which also means that Langley can directly sit with George.

But now, isn't it?

Not only Edith, but Arthur also showed a look of great surprise, even more shocked than the letter of invitation.

Blue Li nodded in affirmation, "commander's medal."

In the order of the British Empire, but... Why is that so?

Whether it's box office or awards, whether it's artistic contribution or business performance, Langley has delivered a perfect answer. It's no exaggeration to say that he is Hollywood now. As for age?

It seems too early for 25-year-old Adele to be called "Jazz". Similarly, 25-year-old Adele was only a member of the order in 2013. Langley has now been promoted to two levels, which is an unprecedented progress. There has never been such a precedent in the royal family. But from another point of view, it is precisely because lanli is young that he has made such a great achievement at such an age, which can not be copied in the whole long history. This also proves that lanli is very valuable. Shouldn't he be awarded a higher honor?

Now, Langley is awarded the commander's medal, which is not like a reward, but more like... Comfort.

"What is that?" Edith rolled a big white eye mercilessly and sat down heavily. "I'm so excited. I told you so. Commander's medal, no matter. What's the matter with the royal family? Comfort? Comfort in being kicked out of your house? How do I feel like a handout? Jesus Christ, that's pathetic. "

Arthur could not help shaking his head. "They are still so conservative."

Even though Langley has created countless histories -- the youngest and fastest egot winner in history, this honor alone is enough to be proud of others, which also means that it is only a matter of time before Langley is honored; However, when the royal family chose the medal, they still stuck to their original position, did not dare to break the situation easily, and did not dare to make history casually.

In a horizontal comparison, young actors like Eddie Redman and Keira Knightley were awarded the rank of aide after winning the Oscar nomination and repeatedly making charitable contributions; Kate Winslet, Tom Hardy, Benedict Cumberbatch, Catherine Zeta Jones and other actors who let fans know about British culture through their works were awarded the commander's medal.

And Langley?

It is obviously unreasonable and disappointing that he was also awarded the commander's medal.

In the rapid progress and change of the times, their decision-making also appears to be unable to keep up with the pace, just like George and Elizabeth.

The problem is that the royal family and the nobility also know this clearly, not that they can't change, but that they refuse to change. That persistence is their definition of honor and dignity. Tradition means being old and classic, which will never change.

Arthur thought about it carefully, although it was still hard to avoid some stranglehold - the commander's medal, only 25 years old, which was shocking enough, but still could not reach the height of expectation, but the disappointment had gradually subsided, and he also felt that it was better to refuse than to make do with it, Is that part of the reason for that