Before Lucas's involvement, he wasn't very familiar with the film "Like Crazy" from his past life. However, he made a significant impact on the movie's production in this world.
The most significant change was that the film evolved into a musical, thanks to Lucas's role as Jacob, who is a singer and musician and even has his own band.
Lucas brought the memorable songs from his past life to the film, making him believe that "Like Crazy" could be a hit.
After filming ended, the crew members exchanged goodbyes, and the actors, including Charlie, gave their heartfelt farewells. Lucas then said his goodbyes to the two female leads—Felicity Jones and Jennifer Lawrence.
"It's been really great working with both of you," Lucas said as he embraced them.
Jennifer and Felicity shared a quick look before turning back to Lucas.
"You're great too, but sometimes, I wonder what planet you came from," Jennifer said with a sigh, her tone playful.
"What do you mean?" Lucas asked with a chuckle.
"It's just... you have this knack for acting, and then there's your singing and music composition... Really," Jennifer said, still playing along.
"Hehe, I guess Lucas has been blessed by Jesus," Felicity chimed in, teasing Lucas.
"Hahaha..." Jennifer couldn't help but laugh.
Teased by the two charming women, Lucas just chuckled in response.
Lucas had been enjoying his interactions with Felicity and Jennifer, feeling a genuine connection forming between them. As the time came for him to join Drake, who was already engaged in heartfelt goodbyes with the crew, Lucas started to walk away. However, just as he was about to leave, Jennifer called out to him.
"Wait, Lucas! Before you go, could I get your number?" she asked, an unexpected hint of shyness in her voice.
Lucas stopped in his tracks, turning to face her with a puzzled expression. "My number?" he echoed, unsure.
Jennifer nodded, her cheeks tinted with a subtle blush. Seeing this, Felicity chimed in, her own hesitation apparent. "Lucas, could I... could I have your number too?"
Lucas observed them for a moment, their earnest expressions making him pause in contemplation. He could see the slight anxiety flicker in their eyes as they awaited his response.
Jennifer, trying to ease the tension, quickly added, "I just thought it would be good to have your number, you know, in case I need your help with something..."
Felicity nodded in agreement, "Yeah, she's right. It's always good to stay connected."
Understanding their concerns, Lucas smiled reassuringly. "Of course, no problem at all. My number is..." He then shared his contact details with them.
After exchanging numbers, Lucas made his way over to Drake, who was expressing his gratitude to each crew member with genuine appreciation.
Unknown to Lucas, photographs capturing intimate moments between him and Jennifer or Felicity, such as kissing, had surfaced on the TMZ website, causing a whirlwind of speculation and gossip. The paparazzi responsible for these images released them without much context, leaving the public to draw their own scandalous conclusions.
The controversy escalated when the TMZ television program aired the pictures, particularly focusing on Lucas caught in what appeared to be romantic embraces with the rising actresses. This segment quickly became a hot topic of discussion.
The frenzy didn't stop there; on Yahoo Community, the images of Lucas with the two Hollywood starlets sparked widespread debate. Threads popped up overnight, speculating about Lucas's personal life and his relationships with the actresses.
Comments ranged from shock to disappointment:
"Lucas Knight, known for his roles in '127 Hours' and as Dylan in 'Modern Family', is rumored to be involved with two actresses simultaneously!"
"Is he living every guy's dream? Dating two of Hollywood's beauties at once?"
"I had him pegged as the innocent, handsome type. Turns out he's just another player!"
"This guy's barely gotten a taste of fame and he's already acting like a typical Hollywood playboy?"
"People like him don't deserve their success. There are so many more deserving actors out there!"
As the controversy brewed, curiosity about the identities of the women in the photos also grew:
"Who are these actresses caught up with Lucas? The nerve of this guy!"
"Those women are stunning. Lucas sure knows how to pick them."
"Are they both actually with him? Lucas is living the dream."
The scandalous photos sparked by TMZ's paparazzi spread like wildfire, proving once again how quickly negativity can overshadow positivity in the digital age. A person's misdeeds, whether real or perceived, tend to gain traction much faster than their good deeds on social media.
Meanwhile, Lucas was in his hotel room, unwinding after the intense filming of "Like Crazy." He had planned to contact his agent, Vincent, for a relaxed catch-up. However, before Lucas could make the call, his phone rang. It was Vincent on the other line.
"Lucas, are you aware of what's happening?" Vincent's voice echoed through the phone, tinged with concern.
"What's going on? I just wrapped up filming," Lucas replied, his brow furrowed in confusion.
Vincent let out a heavy sigh before responding. "I hate to break it to you, but your name is all over the internet... And not for the right reasons."
"Really? But isn't that typical for actors?" Lucas asked, still not grasping the gravity of the situation.
"It's not typical in the way you're thinking. It's... It's not good, Lucas," Vincent said, his voice heavy with worry. He then proceeded to explain the situation regarding the photographs with the two actresses that were circulating online.
After a brief pause, Lucas finally spoke, "Those photos? They must have been taken by the paparazzi during the shoot..."
There was a note of resignation in his voice as he sighed, feeling the weight of his new reality.
Lucas was quickly learning about the darker side of fame, one that he hadn't anticipated.