The Hollywood awards season had commenced, and stars, renowned directors, and producers were generously opening their wallets in the competition for Oscars.
"A saying from European professional football fits the Oscars perfectly."
On the lawn of a luxurious villa, Kate said to Louise and Martin, "Those who spend money may not win, but those who don't will definitely not."
Louise said with a smile, "You have multiple brand sponsors behind you, and they are willing to spend money on you."
Kate responded, "It may work this time, and maybe the next, but if it happens too often, the sponsors will abandon me."
Martin gleaned much information from their conversation: when actors aim for major awards, the sponsors behind them are willing to support them.
It seemed a bit like how Adidas and Nike operate in the world of sports.
Seeing no one else around, Louise whispered, "Who's our main competitor this time? I'll deploy Martin to crush her."
Kate replied with a smile, "Good idea."
