Entertainment: Starting as a Succubus, Taking Hollywood by Storm

Sharon Tate was a student of Bruce Lee. She sought him out to learn martial arts for an upcoming action film that required extensive fight scenes. Since she had no prior martial arts experience, she wanted to train. Bruce Lee happily agreed, patiently teaching her basic punches and kicks, often wearing his signature dark sunglasses while explaining techniques. Their bond was close—Sharon admired Bruce almost reverently, and he was fond of his beautiful protégée. When her action film began shooting, Bruce frequently visited the set to guide her, earning her deep gratitude.

After Sharon's murder, police found a pair of sunglasses at the crime scene. Through investigation and a photo of Sharon with Bruce Lee, they confirmed the glasses belonged to him, making Bruce a suspect. When contacted, Bruce explained that Sharon had accidentally left his glasses behind during a training session and provided an alibi, insisting they were good friends and he'd never harm her. Roman Polanski, however, refused to believe him, publicly accusing Bruce of killing Sharon out of jealousy over her beauty and success.

Further police investigation led to a breakthrough when a female inmate, hoping for a reduced sentence, provided information linking both murders to a cult. The motive for Sharon's killing was likely tied to her role in a film critical of the cult, prompting their retaliation. Her friend, caught in the crossfire, became a sacrificial victim.

"So, how'd you get tangled up with Roman Polanski?" Martin asked, confused.

"Well, you know we're both Jewish," Robert Iger replied. "Recently, the Hollywood Jewish community has been pushing to have Polanski's charges dropped, and I signed the petition."

"What the fuck!" Martin thought, barely containing his frustration. These people have no shame. No matter how talented Polanski is or what tragedies he's endured, his actions are backed by ironclad evidence and hurt countless people. Just because he's Jewish, they want to protect him?

This was what Martin despised most about some Jewish groups: their blatant double standards. When Jews were persecuted, they pursued justice relentlessly—hunting down Nazi officers past the statute of limitations and assassinating those who harmed Jewish communities, even their innocent descendants. But when Jews caused harm, they turned a blind eye. Israel's establishment of the world's largest open-air prison in Palestine? "Normal," they'd say—it's for criminals. Israel's creeping expansion in Palestine? "Normal"—Jews need living space. Israeli forces killing civilians and children? "Normal"—they're potential enemies.

Compared to that, protecting Polanski was small potatoes. And don't forget their ingratitude: Oskar Schindler, who spent over a million dollars saving Jews, died penniless. In 1948, he sought aid from the American Jewish Committee and received a measly $15,000. Classic case of the dragon-slaying hero becoming the dragon.

Of course, not all Jews were like this—many opposed Israel's actions in Palestine.

Back to the point.

"Get the full board's support," Iger said. "You know it's not just Drew; there are other shareholders quietly backing you."

Martin chuckled. "Your intel's sharper than Roy Disney's, old man. I can help, but what's in it for me?"

"Uh, what do you need?"

"I hear you're tight with some of Elbit Systems' top execs in the U.S.?"

"Well, yeah, I know a few. So…?"

As the world's leading "tech transformation" company, Israel's Elbit Systems held countless tech patents. Iger feared Martin might use him to bribe or poach someone for trade secrets—a suicidal move. Even with Martin's status as the world's richest man and his vast empire, Elbit was backed by the Weizmann Institute, which in turn was backed by the Israeli government. Iger doubted Martin could take on Israel itself. If Martin's request crossed a line, he'd refuse without hesitation.

"No problem. I'm hosting a small party at my place in a few days. I'll invite them for you," Iger offered.

"Great, thanks," Martin said with a smile.