novelraw Chapter 323: What kind of onion is he!
Chapter 323: What kind of onion is he!
No one expected Xu Youxi to get so furious and actually threaten to quit the cast to pressure Director Zeng into letting her pass.Director Zeng was not one to back down easily, waving his hand, "If you don’t want to act, get out now and stop holding back the progress of the crew."
The atmosphere was tense between the two sides, and Xu Youxi felt awkward, preparing to leave.
The producer quickly stepped in to mediate, "It seems the weather is too dry, everyone is a bit irritable. If the acting isn’t good, take it slow. Why rush?"
He noticed Xu Youxi’s unpleasant expression and immediately said, "Of course, I think Youxi did pretty well."
Xu Youxi’s expression slightly relaxed; her talk about leaving was just an angry outburst.
The series had a thirty million investment from her family, boosting her to the lead role; she was counting on it to be a hit.
Director Zeng, however, showed no sign of concession, which made the producer extremely anxious.
Just when everyone was unsure how to proceed, suddenly a voice broke the silence, "I don’t think it’s Youxi’s fault for not acting well. After all, she doesn’t have a reference."
Hearing this, Xu Youxi felt more relieved; surely, it wasn’t her fault.
Mu Yan looked at He Jianzhou, wondering what he was up to.
He Jianzhou winked at her, then looked at Director Zeng, "I propose getting someone to demonstrate. This way, it will be easier for Youxi to find her position."
"Who?" the producer asked.
Mu Yan had a bad premonition.
"Mu Yan, of course. Director Chen has praised her acting skills," He Jianzhou smiled slightly, "And she acts alongside Youxi, so she’ll surely know how to act."
Mu Yan looked at him, her face darkened; he was putting her in a tight spot.
The producer found the suggestion good and looked at Mu Yan, "Mu Yan, could you demonstrate?"
Xu Youxi looked at Mu Yan with an unfriendly expression; she didn’t believe Mu Yan could outdo her portrayal of Han Jia Ning.
She bluntly stated, "Alright, if she acts better than me, then I will humbly ask for guidance and admit my lack of acting skills."
Mu Yan was internally cursing, but she couldn’t say it aloud.
She looked at Director Zeng, "Director, I..."
Director Zeng also found the suggestion agreeable, saying, "Mu Yan, it’s up to you; otherwise, the progress of the crew will halt here."
Mu Yan understood she couldn’t escape this time and had to give it her all.
She nodded, "Alright."
This scene was about a quarrel between Han Jia Ning and Song Liuli.
Mu Yan had memorized the lines long ago. She took a moment to prepare and began.
Her eyes were sharp, "A pampered young lady like you doesn’t understand, doesn’t understand the desire to survive."
Having said that, she turned away, her eyes showing a hint of pain, muttering softly, "If there were a choice, who would want to die early?"
"I’m sorry, I didn’t mean it against you."
After saying that, she turned and ran off.
Mu Yan took two steps and stopped, looking at Director Zeng, "Director, I’ve finished."
"Very good!" Director Zeng immediately started clapping.
People around quickly followed, their eyes full of amazement.
Everyone knew for more than half a month that she portrayed Song Liuli really well, but they hadn’t expected her performance of Han Jia Ning to be so impressive.
In comparison, Xu Youxi’s performance seemed childish.
"As expected of Mu Yan, impressive," He Jianzhou said with a smile, "I think the role of Han Jia Ning suits you well too."
Mu Yan glanced at him and smiled, "Brother He, do you want to act in a romantic scene with me? I think Miss Xu matches you quite well."
A glint of coldness flashed in He Jianzhou’s eyes, he pulled a wry smile, "I was just kidding."
Xu Youxi was burning with anger; not only was she slapped in the face by Mu Yan’s acting, but that guy He had the nerve to disdain her. Who does he think he is!