The paparazzi, sprinting in the direction Matt indicated, caught a glimpse of three figures darting away. Instantly, they recognized the man with blonde hair accompanied by two young women as Lucas.
Kyle dashed with impressive speed, oblivious to the curious glances of passersby in Central Park as he yelled, "There's Lucas—hurry up, let's go!"
They pursued the trio, but their efforts were in vain; the three had already hailed a taxi and disappeared into the traffic. Despite their attempts to follow, the taxi quickly outpaced them, leaving them far behind.
Being left behind filled Kyle and the rest with profound disappointment.
As Matt approached, he asked, "You couldn't stop them?"
Kyle, turning to Matt, retorted, "You could've at least tried to prevent them from running off."
"What? It's just me against three of them. Even if I tried, they could've easily slipped away..." Matt explained, trying to justify his inaction.
Kyle sighed, "Such a missed chance. I was so eager to ask them if working on that project together sparked any feelings among them."
This comment made Matt and the others recall that Lucas, Jennifer, and Felicity indeed collaborated on a project that seemed to have romantic undertones, fueled by various photos circulating of Lucas kissing either Jennifer or Felicity.
"Damn, I forgot to ask them about the movie they're in!" Matt suddenly realized, his voice laced with regret.
"Really? You had Lucas and his co-stars right there, and you forgot to ask about the movie they're all in?" Kyle couldn't help but be somewhat astonished.
"Well, I did ask them a few questions about their personal lives, but then my entire focus shifted to Lucas. After all, he's an actor whose fame has skyrocketed in just a year or two..." Matt admitted, sounding a bit rueful.
The other paparazzi just gave Matt a look, clearly thinking that had they been the first to encounter Lucas with the actresses, they wouldn't have missed the chance to inquire about the movie project. After all, it was still a hot topic of controversy, especially with those photos of Lucas kissing his co-stars floating around. Even though it's been half a year since those images surfaced, social media was still abuzz with speculation. Were those kisses just part of a movie project, or was there something more to Lucas's relationships with these young and beautiful actresses?
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Meanwhile, Lucas, Jennifer, and Felicity had successfully evaded the prying eyes of the paparazzi.
As they caught a taxi to escape, Jennifer and Felicity noticed the silhouette of a few men with cameras slung around their necks running in their direction, just moments before they made their getaway.
Their hearts pounded from the adrenaline rush of running, fleeing from the intrusive paparazzi. At the same time, they were relieved and grateful that Lucas had quickly spotted the paparazzi before they could get any closer.
"Hah, ha, that was actually kind of thrilling," Felicity managed to say, a bit out of breath from their escape.
"Ha, it definitely had its moments of fun, but if they had caught up to us, I bet they would've gone to extremes to stop us, maybe even daring to block a taxi just to get us to stay—they're nuts," Jennifer said, unable to hide her astonishment at the lengths the paparazzi might go.
Lucas and Felicity shared a quiet chuckle. They hadn't yet felt the full force of paparazzi attention since they weren't widely recognized, but they were well aware of the paparazzi's notorious persistence to unearth any snippet of an actor's life.
Thankfully, they managed to evade any complications this time, with Lucas ensuring both women were safely returned to their hotel before he headed back to his own apartment.
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On January 11, 2011, Jennifer made an appearance at the NBR 2011 awards, while Felicity also departed New York.
By January 13, news outlets buzzed with stories of Lucas, Jennifer, and Felicity spending time together, including a picnic in Central Park. A misleading headline on a news website, coupled with a photo of Lucas with Jennifer and Felicity, sparked a significant amount of interest and clicks, propelling the story across social media platforms like Yahoo! and Twitter.
The reactions on Yahoo! and Twitter to the image of Lucas with actresses like Jennifer Lawrence and Felicity Jones were mixed. While some users were excited at the prospect of a new celebrity relationship, others expressed skepticism, especially after Lucas and the actresses clarified that they were just friends. Despite their statements, both journalists and social media users harbored doubts. Some speculated about the nature of their relationship, hinting at something more than friendship, while others debated the authenticity of their declarations. The conversation swirled with speculation, skepticism, and intrigue, as people dissected every detail of the news footage and their public statements, demonstrating the public's insatiable curiosity about celebrities' personal lives.
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On platforms like Yahoo and Twitter, users are buzzing with gossip about Lucas allegedly being involved with the two young and beautiful actresses.
In the Yahoo! forums, threads regarding the latest news regarding Lucas also gain attention, since there are few news regarding Lucas, despite his rising fame in the Hollywood.
JacksonD: Did you see that pic of Lucas with Jennifer and Felicity? They look so cozy together!
StephensonChew: Yeah, but are they really just friends? Seems suspicious to me.
ClayYahoo: I don't know, they could just be hanging out. People read too much into these things.
On Twitter, discussions about Lucas, Jennifer, and Felicity's outing have exploded, with the hashtag #LucasKnight soaring to the top ten trending list.
Jason Ball: "Lucas, Jennifer, and Felicity spotted together in Central Park. Are they more than just friends? 🤔 #LucasKnight #Gossip"
Rolling Stone: "Lucas is denying any romantic involvement, but the pics tell a different story. #LucasKnight #Inception #127Hours"
MathAlgebra_Official: "Let them live their lives! Maybe they're just enjoying each other's company. #LeaveThemAlone"
Variety: "Despite their claims of friendship, the recent photos of Lucas, Jennifer, and Felicity have raised eyebrows among fans and media alike. Is there more to this trio's relationship than meets the eye?"
The Hollywood Reporter: "The timing of their public outing, combined with the intimate nature of the photos, certainly leaves room for speculation. Could this be a case of Hollywood romance in the making, or simply a platonic hangout?"
New York Times: "While Lucas and the actresses maintain that they're just friends, the lingering doubts and scrutiny from fans suggest otherwise. It's a classic case of he said, she said, but the truth may be more elusive than it seems."
JohnDoe82: "Lucas living the dream with Jennifer and Felicity 😂 #Threesome?"
MemeMaster24: "Lucas out here living his best life with two gorgeous ladies by his side! #Goals #Threesome? #LucasKnight"
Brooklyn_Beard: "Props to Lucas for juggling Jennifer and Felicity! #Player #Threesome? #LucasKnight"
On Twitter, some users, particularly men, are admiring Lucas for allegedly being involved with two beautiful women at the same time, with a touch of humor.