Apparently, Matthew didn't like the Beckhams.

But Renli was not surprised at all. Strictly speaking, Matthew did not like most...humans - as a lawyer, he has seen too many ugliness and evil, too many means of using order and laws to seek personal gain, and too many depravity and filth of human nature. In addition, he studied the philosophy of high school, Matthew was a pessimist. It was difficult for him to look at the tragedies in real life with a positive attitude.

Lan Li couldn't blame Matthew. In fact, this is also the reason why Matthew became a lawyer. Lan Li likes such Matthew, and he hopes that Matthew can continue to stick to his true intentions.

At this moment, feeling the calmness in the depths of Matthew's eyes, Lan Kai's smile bloomed, and he looked at the Beckhams and his wife naturally and calmly, "Lan Li, just call me Lan Li. After all, I live in Hollywood, and I can't ask them to abide by the British rules, right, Mr. Beckham, Mrs. Beckham?"

The Beckhams and his wife have lived in Los Angeles for a long time, and their careers are closely related to the United States. When Renly calls them with respect, that humor permeates - in the United States, few people call them like this, because it is too formal, especially in Los Angeles, which advocates freedom and casualness.

"Maybe they should set a title for the egot winner, just like a jazz after the royal family awarded merit." Victoria smiled and said with a bright face. "At least, you have won the respect of professionals, then you should also win the corresponding reward."

Through the content of the words, we can notice that Victoria still remained tense, her smile could not reach the bottom of her eyes, and the content of the words was still flattering and complimenting - more importantly, her obsession with the title of "jazz" was revealed inside and outside, and David was unable to be promoted to the royal medal level. This should be a heart disease of the Beckhams and his wife, and they had even reached the level of obsession. Even without intention, it was still impossible to avoid it.

Lanley could sense Matthew's gaze projected, which obviously could not escape Matthew's sense of smell.

Lan Li didn't care and smiled at Victoria's gaze. "I don't think they have such awareness. Even doctors cannot be called doctors, as if they have no meaning to them. Therefore, America is America, and it is another land after all."

"Haha." David and Victoria both laughed.

Putting aside the royal honors for the time being, titles are a very important thing in the European social and cultural system. "Miss", "Lady" and "Madam" must not be wrong. Reputable titles such as doctors and professors also exist objectively and give high intellectuals a corresponding status; however, in the United States, relevant situations also exist, but have not been truly recognized and social culture has not been paid attention to.

The simplest and most intuitive example is that when buying air tickets or train tickets in Europe, there is "Doctor" in the name options column, and occasionally, you can even get additional discounts; the Wimbledon Open is the only one who still retains different honorific titles such as "Mr.", "Lady", "Madam" and other surnames, and other competitions are directly called by surnames, omitting the "cumbersome" prefix.

Lanley's little joke immediately resonated with the Beckhams.

"Today's auction was really exciting. I tried to buy guitar and music scores, but unfortunately, I still couldn't become the final master after all." Thanks to Lan Li's teasing, David's mood relaxed a little, and he seemed much more comfortable speaking, and he spoke actively.

In the early years, when David and Victoria were in love, Victoria began to transform David one after another, and started to develop projects from hairstyle to style, including a small detail, that is, David's voice.

If "heartthrob" David Beckham has an obvious disadvantage, that is, his voice is slightly flat and slightly sandy, occasionally slightly sharp, which does not conform to the image of a mature and charming man. He is completely the duck male voice during the voice change period of youth, which makes Victoria very dissatisfied, but other parts can be modified, but the voice has no choice; so Victoria came up with a solution, so that David should not speak as much as possible, but smile, and even media interviews can answer in a concise and clear manner to the greatest extent.

In short, Victoria has redeveloped a plan for David inside and outside, and the final result also proves Victoria's intelligence and wisdom.

Such a "ban/order" was not lifted until David became famous all over the world. However, David still retained his habit and rarely attended talk shows or interview programs to avoid revealing himself; he would only be exposed inadvertently when he was nervous or excited.

Obviously, high-level parties are also "ban/order" occasions. In front of real nobles and elites, David does not want to reveal his details, and he often talks more cautiously; but Lan Li's smile like spring breeze made David relax his vigilance, and long sentences jumped out like this.

Because Lanley noticed that Victoria's right hand placed on David's waist made a small move. Although it was hidden, it was still captured. He recalled this small detail and the smile on his face couldn't help but briskly. "It's understandable that I also tried to buy Victoria's high heels, but unfortunately, it was not successful in the end. I have begun to doubt whether I will regret it when I turn around and leave."

"Wow!" Victoria's expression became obviously brighter. "I have heard before that Mr. Lan Li... has his own unique insights on fashion and is definitely my honor to be recognized. Unfortunately, I don't design men's clothing, otherwise we should have a common topic."

A simple word can savor many details:

First of all, in the English context, "Mr." is placed first. Victoria can see from the use of the title that she still has not relaxed.

Secondly, in the subsequent discourse, the core of the entire discourse is "self", and the starting point and end point are Victoria herself, which is her comfort area.

Many times, words and deeds are the best mirrors. It can reflect too many things, and it is uncontrollable by its original intention. Therefore, the headline elements of aristocratic social interaction are: observation, careful observation, and as long as you calm down and observe carefully, you can gain something.

"But you designed David, and this is a perfect work." Lanli's response is always just right, a little humor, a little joke and a little wisdom. Since Victoria wants to talk with herself as the core, Lanli is also happy to shift the focus from herself, which is a win-win situation.

Sure enough, David and Victoria both laughed.

The Beckhams paused for a moment, and finally Victoria came to the charge of speaking, "Just, you auctioned two paintings. In addition to music and performance, are you interested in painting?"

"Hobbies." Lan Li didn't talk too much about herself, but then threw the topic back. "It seems that you are interested in painting in your daily life? I mean, outside of fashion?"

"Elementary stage." Victoria's eyebrows were cheering.

"You didn't go to watch that exhibition last time, and you still miss it after you got home." David took the initiative to "reveal the news" and then said to Lan Li, "You should have a deeper conversation with her. She always feels that she has no common topics with me, but I don't feel that this is not my fault, isn't it?"

Victoria noticed Lanley's gaze and took the initiative to explain, "We went to an art exhibition together. He didn't keep his attention throughout the whole process, as if he was wandering outside the universe. Then I was very lonely, standing there alone to appreciate it. After returning home, the inspiration brought by the art exhibition burst out. I tried to discuss it with him, but he had no idea what was going on there, and I didn't know what to do."

"The point is that you like it." Lan Li said with a smile. He could sense Matthew's gaze was again projecting, and the subtext seemed to be saying:

"Look, I told you. From beginning to end, they are the center of the conversation, and such a conversation has no meaning at all."

But Renli didn't mind, in fact, he could understand it completely.

If the conversation is centered on Renli, the Beckhams are very worried that they will not be able to keep up with the rhythm and will accidentally expose their background, which will be embarrassing. On the other hand, they use themselves as the center of the conversation and can take the initiative to raise those topics, those topics that "it seems to fit Renli's level and Renli will be interested in it", so that there will be no mistakes.

This is also a conversation technique, and a very clever technique—provided that they can use it properly.

Unfortunately, the content they discussed is indeed at the beginning of the stage, and even if they try their best, they still cannot make up for the gap in the background. Of course, today is a charity auction, not a private banquet for aristocratic people, so the content of the conversation is relatively relaxed and simple, and it doesn't matter.

Lanli always maintained patience, but he also knew what Matthew meant - this conversation might not end, and someone must end early.

"In the future, we can go to the art gallery to enjoy it and see if the artistic taste can match." After Victoria finished another conversation, Lanli said with a smile, and then without waiting for an answer, she continued directly. "As for now, I need to say sorry, there is a guest there, and I must come forward to say hello, please forgive my misconduct."

Proper advance and retreat, modest and courteous, Lan Li's performance is undeniable.

Then, David and Victoria followed Renly's gaze and then understood, without pursuing the matter, no doubt, nodding to express their understanding.

"Of course, of course." David said.

Victoria was more sensitive, “…that’s that…?”

Although it has no beginning or end, the words are hinting at the mysterious No. 43. If the person coming is him, everything can be explained.

Lan Li did not answer, but smiled and said, "Please forgive me for leaving." Then, he nodded at Matthew, and the two of them took steps together, leaving the Beckhams and his wife behind.
Chapter completed!