Chapter 79: Chapter 79: Can It Be Published?Chapter 79: Can It Be Published?

    In the lounge, Meng Chao captured Lin Qin in a fiery kiss. Lin Qin was kissed so breathlessly that Meng Chao only let go of him after a long while.

    He pinched Lin Qin’s flushed earlobe and couldn’t help teasing, "How long has it been, and you still don’t know how to breathe properly?"

    Lin Qin retorted in a quiet voice, "You’re the one who kissed for too long!"

    Looking at Meng Chao, Lin Qin’s eyes were misty from the kiss, as if he’d been thoroughly ravished. If they weren’t on the movie set, Meng Chao surely wouldn’t hesitate to take him right here and now.

    Lin Qin understood Meng Chao all too well. The way Meng Chao gazed at him made his thoughts crystal clear. With a sly grin, Lin Qin said, "Heh, Brother Chao, come on then!" After he spoke, his gaze lingered briefly on Meng Chao’s abdomen.

    Lin Qin had gotten much bolder now. Although he was still shy at times, he could also crack harmless jokes when he was with Meng Chao, no longer treading so cautiously.

    Of course, Meng Chao was delighted by this change. However, being teased at such moments was something Meng Chao couldn’t tolerate. In one swift motion, he pulled Lin Qin into his arms, kissed his reddened earlobe, and whispered in a hoarse voice, "Do you believe I’d really take you right here?"

    Lin Qin froze and immediately backed down, "I believe you, I do."

    With a light chuckle, Meng Chao asked, "Still daring?"

    Lin Qin obediently shook his head, "Not daring, not daring!"

    Meng Chao ruffled Lin Qin’s fluffy hair and said, "That’s more like it."

    They joked and laughed for a while before Meng Chao picked up Lin Qin’s notebook. This wasn’t the first time Meng Chao had seen such a notebook—Lin Qin always carried two with him. One was for journaling, and the other contained character backstories for his projects, like the one for "Undercover War." Whenever Lin Qin rehearsed lines, he would refer to the backstory alongside the script to get a deeper understanding of the character’s emotions and mindset.

    No one knew better than Meng Chao how much effort Lin Qin put into acting. Sёarch* The N??eFire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    The notebook in question held the backstory of Lin Qin’s role from his previous film, "Dual Persona." The character had a split personality, and Lin Qin had thoughtfully imagined plausible reasons and circumstances for the condition.

    At this point, it could barely be called a simple backstory—it was practically a short novella, with a well-crafted plot full of twists and turns.

    Thanks to this in-depth backstory, Lin Qin brought the character with dual personalities to life in "Dual Persona." From temperament to tone of voice, it was as if two entirely different people were playing the role; without seeing his face, one wouldn’t believe it was the same actor.

    The same dedication was evident in "Undercover War." Lin Qin had filled another notebook with the new character’s backstory, written in neat handwriting that radiated care and patience.

    "Qinqin, let’s publish it," Meng Chao suggested as he held Lin Qin’s notebook. He wanted the whole world to see Lin Qin’s brilliance.

    Lin Qin let out a surprised "Huh?" and took a moment to process what Meng Chao meant. He asked hesitantly, "Can it really be published?"

    Meng Chao replied, "I’ll contact the rights holders of ’Dual Persona’ and buy the publishing rights. It should be doable."

    "But would publishing it even mean anything?"

    For Lin Qin, the backstories were tools to help him interpret characters better. In his eyes, they had no entertainment value. Even if people bought the book out of admiration for him, wouldn’t that just be a waste of money?

    "You’re underestimating yourself," Meng Chao tapped Lin Qin on the forehead. "It’s not up to me to decide if it’s meaningful. Why don’t you ask the people who’ve read it?"

    Lin Qin’s notes contained many of his insights on acting, making them invaluable resources for other actors.

    Moreover, Lin Qin’s writing was straightforward yet emotionally genuine. To ordinary people, these could even serve as engaging short stories for leisure reading.

    Of course, it carried significant meaning.

    Lin Qin thought about it and realized that Meng Chao, who viewed him through rose-colored glasses, might not be objective. Other readers, however, would be different.

    The only person who had read the backstory notebook so far was Zhang Yue, so Lin Qin decided to ask him whether publishing it was worth considering.

    Lin Qin sprang into action and left the lounge immediately. Meng Chao chuckled and followed him.

    When Lin Qin found Zhang Yue, the latter was discussing upcoming scenes with the director.

    Seeing Lin Qin and Meng Chao approaching together, Zhang Yue’s expression flickered briefly. Even though he had mentally accepted their relationship, seeing them together still felt a little strange.

    But Zhang Yue quickly concealed his emotions and greeted them respectfully, "Senior Meng, Senior Lin."

    Lin Qin walked over and got straight to the point. "Brother Chao said my character backstory could be published. I think it sounds unreliable. You’ve read it—what’s your opinion?"

    Zhang Yue’s eyes lit up instantly, and he said eagerly, "Absolutely, it’s a great idea! If it gets published, I’ll definitely buy a set for my collection!" Only those who’d read the backstory knew how invaluable it was. Even the smallest insights offered revelations that left Zhang Yue feeling enlightened. Once published, it could benefit countless actors.

    Zhang Yue had even considered photocopying Lin Qin’s notes for personal reference but refrained without Lin Qin’s permission. If the backstory were officially published, he’d buy it, and he’d encourage his classmates and friends to do the same!

    The director, who had been listening beside them, chimed in, "Why not compile the ’Undercover War’ backstory too for publication?" He had once glimpsed Lin Qin’s notes on the characters in "Undercover War" and was awed by how lifelike the portrayals were—it seemed as if Lin Qin had truly known the characters’ entire lives.

    If Lin Qin were willing to share these notes, it would be a groundbreaking contribution to the film industry.

    The director and Zhang Yue proceeded to shower Lin Qin with praises, leaving Lin Qin slightly lightheaded, almost eager to publish the notes immediately.

    However, the excitement was fleeting, and Lin Qin quickly regained his composure. He still hesitated.

    Seeing this, Meng Chao pulled out a trump card. "How about this? I’ll annotate your backstory notes. If we collaborate, surely it’ll be worthy of publication, don’t you think?"

    Lin Qin’s eyes instantly lit up. Collaborate on a book with Brother Chao? Just thinking about it made his heart race a little!

    Besides, Brother Chao’s annotations would undoubtedly enhance the notes, giving them that final, masterful touch. This book could work—no, it would work!

    Zhang Yue and the director exchanged a glance, excitement sparking in their eyes. If this book were truly published, it would undoubtedly cause a sensation in the acting world!