[Chapter 484: The Miraculous Elixir, Entering the White House Again]
The host, Stephanie, asked, "So how did you manage to stay so beautiful and look so young?"
"Actually, if you check my footage from four years ago, you'll see I wasn't in this great shape back then. I was just lucky to have met Linton," Madonna replied.
"What happened between you two at that time?"
"Of course, I went all out to pursue him."
"Did you succeed?"
"Definitely. He eventually fell for me."
"Is that connected to your youthful, beautiful appearance now?"
"After Linton started liking me, he gave me two kinds of elixirs to take regularly. Ever since, my skin has become better and smoother, my looks more attractive, and my body feels younger."
"Are these elixirs really that miraculous?"
"Absolutely."
"If they're so amazing, why isn't Linton selling them publicly to benefit everyone?"
"Because these elixirs are extremely difficult to produce and the yield is very limited. Until a mass production method is found, they can't be commercially sold."
"Has he figured out mass production yet?"
"After years of effort, he has solved the mass production problem. The elixirs should hit the market soon."
"Really?" Stephanie couldn't contain her excitement as she asked eagerly.
"Yes. I recently heard he's planning to open a boutique either on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills or at the Santa Monica shopping center."
"That's wonderful! When will it open?"
"I'm not sure about the exact date, but it should be soon."
"I read that you never take off the necklace you wear 24/7. Is that true?"
"You mean this one?" Madonna lifted the necklace hanging around her neck. The cameraman immediately zoomed in for a close-up. The pendant featured a lifelike, adorable little rabbit carved delicately on its surface.
"What's the significance of this pendant?"
"Of course. See the little rabbit in the middle?"
"Oh, there's a rabbit carved on it?"
"It's Linton's finest quartz pendant, personally engraved with this rabbit based on my taste. Naturally, I wear it 24/7, and it also has health benefits for the wearer."
"Quartz? It doesn't seem like a mainstream necklace style here, right?"
"That's right. He bought it from Hong Kong. Wearing this quartz feels very comfortable -- warm in winter, cool in summer. Don't you think it's beautiful?"
"It definitely is. I've also heard you represent Cartier jewelry but that your contract specifically excludes necklaces. Is that true?"
"Yes."
"Why?"
"Since I'm the brand ambassador, I have to lead by example. But I can only wear one necklace at a time. Since Linton gave me this quartz pendant, I can't wear anything else around my neck. So I can't promote any other necklaces from Cartier; that would confuse consumers."
"But I heard that for major events like the Grammys or the Oscars, Cartier has paid you big money to wear their newest necklaces -- and you turned them down?"
"That's true."
"Why?"
"Because this pendant is a gift from Linton. It means a lot to me, and I have to wear it all the time."
"You can't even take it off for runway shows?"
"Of course not. What if it gets lost or damaged?" The host, Stephanie, and the TV audience were caught off guard by Madonna's public display of affection, secretly cursing her for being so clueless -- even with all her money, she didn't know how to cash in.
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"Just a little gossip -- did you see this morning's Hollywood Gossip Daily?"
"Yes."
"Is that article, 'How to Spot Linton's Official Girlfriend,' all true?"
"I can only say the media these days really knows their stuff."
"You mean it's true?"
"Mostly, yes."
"So are all 20 of those big-name stars genuinely Linton's official girlfriends?"
"'Official girlfriends' might be a stretch, but we're definitely some of his closest friends."
"Can all 20 big stars get along peacefully?"
"Why wouldn't we? We're very close behind the scenes."
"Really? You never have conflicts?"
"Nope. And Linton wouldn't allow any drama between us."
"If he doesn't allow it, then it doesn't happen?"
"Exactly."
"That sounds like a dream. Has he hypnotized you or something?"
"What do you think? Look at our everyday lives. Do we seem hypnotized to you?"
"Fair enough. How would you describe Linton?"
"He's tall, handsome, talented, driven, passionate -- there are too many good qualities to count. Simply put, he fulfills every fantasy I've ever had about a man."
"Every fantasy?"
"Yes."
"Even in bed?"
"Of course."
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At the end of the interview, they arranged a live demonstration, building to a thrilling climax.
"Madonna, what cosmetics do you usually use?"
"Actually, ever since I started regularly taking the elixirs Linton gave me, I haven't needed any makeup."
"You mean you're bare-faced today?"
"Yes."
"Can you prove it live on camera?"
"How do you want me to prove it?"
"Why not wash your face on camera so viewers can see if there's any change? How about that?" Of course, this segment was agreed upon before the show, and each participant was paid an extra $200,000.
"Alright."
Soon, the crew wheeled over a compact wash station. On it was a transparent glass sink and a large jug of drinking water.
First, a crew member poured a glass of water and drank it live to prove its purity, then poured the rest into the basin.
Without hesitation, Madonna used a towel to wash her face in front of the camera's close-up shot.
Everyone watched amazed as there was basically no difference before and after washing -- her cheeks remained a soft, rosy glow. She didn't stop there; both hands were soaked and washed in the basin, even her forearms got a quick rinse.
Again, no change -- her skin remained flawless and delicate.
Viewers at home erupted in disbelief. This was beyond anything imaginable -- an already 38-year-old top star appearing completely barefaced, glowing with youthful radiance. You wouldn't find a second one like her anywhere in America -- no, not even the world.
Clearly, the elixirs had miraculous, supernatural effects.
The host was stunned. "Madonna, can you confirm these results are from the long-term use of the elixirs?"
"Yes."
"Oh my God, when these elixirs come to market, I'm going to be the first customer."
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Next, Naomi and Monica came on, following similar procedures and questions.
One after another, the three women proved to the entire nation that Linton had extraordinary romantic luck, surrounded by 20 goddess-level superstar girlfriends.
And they possessed two miraculous elixirs with out-of-this-world effects. Even more exciting was that these elixirs were about to be released for sale.
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Meanwhile, MCA Television aired near-identical interviews with Sophie Marceau, Cristiana Reali, and Nicole Kidman. The impact was equally explosive.
Thanks to days of intense media hype, at 7:30 to 8 PM tonight, most American households were tuned into UPN and MCA's special tribute shows.
Though live ratings were not available, both networks were confident they'd hit sky-high viewership.
Most Americans now understood that Linton had developed two miraculous elixirs making people younger and more beautiful, and that these would soon be on the market.
Public opinion of Linton changed immediately. He was not only a mega superstar and the top boss of Universal Group, but also the genius behind these amazing elixirs.
With his legendary talent, insanely good looks, and a stunning lineup of beauties, suddenly his past flaws seemed forgivable -- he might just deserve this.
Maybe his success and countless admirers were inseparable. And he hadn't hurt anyone.
Forget it -- he deserved not just tolerance, but to be a role model for young Americans. He embodied the American Dream.
In fact, after the shows, Linton's image in the public and especially among mainstream audiences flipped completely -- from a notorious playboy back to the symbol of the American Dream.
When the show ended at 8 PM, countless young people flooded the internet, joining forums to express their excitement and awe.
Yahoo's largest forum, even after multiple expansions for its 3 million concurrent user capacity, once again crashed under the load.
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This night was destined to be sleepless. After UPN and MCA's shows, starting at 8:30, nearly every TV station across America invited the 20 stars linked to Linton to live studios.
They repeatedly told viewers that a new era was dawning, heralded by two miraculous elixirs about to go on sale.
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The next morning, newspapers nationwide splashed the interviews across their front pages.
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Leveraging the Oscar platform and sizzling rumors, Linton had staged a stunning publicity blitz for the Beauty Pill and Vitality Pill across all America.
The effect surpassed his wildest expectations.
Starting that night, his phone rang nonstop -- mostly calls inquiring when the elixirs would launch, and offers for partnership.
His assistant Li Xiaoran said the calls were overwhelming -- after ten or so, Linton told her to just turn off the phone. Urgent matters could still be reached via the estate's landline.
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The next morning, Winnie called, "Both Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills and Santa Monica's shopping center management called -- they can meet our conditions and can clear space within a week. They're offering the best rental prices. Which one do you want?"
"How quickly can they clear out the space we need?"
"About a week for either location."
"Given equal terms, let's go with Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills."
"Okay, I'll visit both places today and try to sign the lease."
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Not only that, President Clinton himself called to confirm the elixirs' authenticity.
After receiving a positive answer, he invited Linton to the White House for what he called "a very good reason."
Since it was truly important, Linton took his private plane straight to Washington. Besides, Clinton had already been marked by his Soul Slave Mark, so no harm could come his way.
The plane landed at Dulles International Airport in Washington. Riding in a car arranged by Clinton's team, Linton traveled through open roads without a hitch directly to the White House.
Inside, staff led him to the Oval Office, where besides President Clinton, Vice President Al Gore, Secretary of State Warren Christopher, and White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta awaited.
The appearance of the Beauty Elixir and Vitality Elixir clearly had tremendous impact -- the top political figures had gathered immediately.
After Clinton introduced Linton to the other officials, he got straight to the point.
"Linton, we all watched last night's program. We invited you here today to learn more about the two miraculous elixirs, discuss export policies, and talk about how the government might support you."
"Thank you, Mr. President. Please feel free to ask any questions."
"Can you explain the effects of the two elixirs in detail?"
"Absolutely." Linton took out two small glass bottles, each containing a single pill -- one green, one yellow.
"The green one is the Beauty Pill. After taking it, wrinkles fade, skin becomes smoother and more hydrated, and your looks improve."
The yellow one is the Vitality Pill. It strengthens the body's essence, enhances vitality, and with long-term use, restores health and youth, even extends lifespan."
"Wait, the Vitality Pill can extend life? Really?"
"If taken consistently over a long period, 4 to 5 extra years is doable."
"Great! How are they taken?"
"Just swallow them. Under normal natural environments, one Beauty Pill lasts for 10 days of effect, and one Vitality Pill lasts for a month."
"What do you mean by 'normal natural environment'?"
"For example, in desert air, extremely dry, or on high-altitude mountains where the air is thin, the effects would last a shorter time."
"What about production capacity?"
"We produce 120,000 bottles of the Beauty Pills annually, each bottle containing 18 pills, enough for six months of use."
"For the Vitality Elixir?"
"We produce 4,000 bottles a year, each with 12 pills, enough for a full year's supply."
"That's a low output."
"Unfortunately, yes. The material requirements are very high and the production process is complex. This is the best we can do so far."
"How are they priced?"
"$100,000 per bottle for the Beauty Elixir, and $6 million per bottle for the Vitality Elixir."
"The price isn't a problem, but with such low output, the U.S. market can't meet demand, right? Can you strictly control exports and only sell domestically?"
"Is there any benefit?"
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