Bell Gru played an audio recording on his phone.
["Director Bell, I have an idea that can make this movie a blockbuster."
"Let's hear it."
"Do you remember Paul from 'Furious 7'?"
"What are you implying? Clarify."
"Since everybody in the crew thinks it was me who died, why not just go with the flow and accept it as the truth? A movie actor being killed in the manner of a movie plot will definitely create a buzz, potentially even more so than 'Furious 7.'"
There was a moment of silence before Bell's voice came again, "What if the police find out?"
"You've seen the stand-in, he looks a lot like me, and even the crew occasionally gets us mixed up, let alone the police.
Moreover, dead men don't talk, but we, the living, can.
After a few days, when the hype has died down, I will go to the police station myself to report that I am not dead.
If the police ask why I didn't clarify the facts sooner, I'll say I went on a solo hiking trip and wasn't aware of what was happening in the outside world.
I know a few guys who like hiking; they do this often, and even if the police don't believe it, as long as there's no evidence, they can't do anything to me."
Another pause followed.
Bell asked, "What do you need me to do?"
"I need you to convince the producer Rossi. As long as he agrees, this plan can succeed.
Moreover, once the police confirm my death, immediately stir up publicity to quickly amplify the impact of this event.
I don't want to drag this out too long; the longer it takes, the higher the possibility that the police will discover me.
It would be best to have three to five days; that would be more reasonable.
After three to five days, I will come forward and announce to my fans and to the world that I am not dead, I am back."
Bell said, "Not a bad idea, you'll definitely become more famous when the time comes."
"Director, it's not just me who will benefit, but everyone involved with this movie.
Didn't you always want to make a movie that surpasses 'Special Warfare'? Here's your chance."
Another silence followed.
Bell said firmly, "OK, I will contact Rossi."]
The audio ended.
Bell sighed deeply and lowered his head; he wouldn't have resorted to this recording if it hadn't been absolutely necessary.
If it got out, his reputation in the circle would be ruined.
He pleaded, "Please don't leak this recording; I am willing to cooperate with your investigation and will tell you everything I know."
Luke pressed, "Is it true that Abu Gela was killed by Lucas and his wife?"
"I don't know, that couple is cunning, they wouldn't tell me."
"Was the assistant director involved in this?"
"I didn't tell him explicitly. But he is very close to Lucas and his wife; I am not sure if he knows."
"Thank you for the evidence. I lied earlier, 'Special Warfare' was actually very good. And that movie 'Brazilian Lover', my mom really loves it."
Luke was in a good mood, with this audio, it was clear that Lucas and his wife were the masterminds behind the false evidence.
Bell Gru sighed lightly, "Thank you for the kind words.
But... 'Brazilian Lover' wasn't directed by me."
Luke "..."
...
Raymond and Jenny also concluded the interrogation of Rossi.
Rossi's testimony was essentially consistent with Director Bell's.
Producer Rossi was not deeply involved; he knew to accept the situation and provided some cooperation on the publicity front.
Following that, Luke and others re-interrogated Lucas and his wife.
With the audio evidence, the couple couldn't resist anymore.
They admitted that they were the masterminds behind the fraud case, a couple that would stop at nothing for a comeback in fame.
Luke suspected that they might be the real killers of Abu Gela, although there was no evidence to prove it at the moment.
By the time the interrogation was completed, it was five in the morning, and the sky was beginning to lighten.
Reid considerately brought breakfast.
And coffee.
Luke "..."
I'm not drinking that stuff; I need to sleep.
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