Chapter 898: Chapter 50: An Unconventional Approach

Chapter 50

After Chu Chen and Song Yuwan finished.

The role competition began below.

Everyone had only five minutes to perform, so the competition was fierce.

The first role, naturally, was Dongfang Tianqi’s role.

It’s the second male lead!

Although Tianqi’s image was very gloomy, he was also the most sympathetic character in the whole play.

Therefore, not only did he have many scenes, but the plot twist at the end made him deeply resonate with readers.

He has captured the hearts of a large number of readers.

There were twenty people competing for this role.

Most of them had some experience in films and television, and they had works to their name. Although they weren’t big stars, they were much better than newcomers.

Mu Chiheng felt a lot of pressure.

When it was his turn, he clenched his fists and walked onto the stage.

Under everyone’s gaze, he slightly bowed and politely greeted everyone.

The director was impressed with his look at first sight, especially when he was calm, his expression had a rebellious sense that matched Tianqi.

Then, it was time for Tianqi’s performance.

The scene was about him being bullied by those around him, losing his last bit of sanity and kindness, and then killing his tormentor.

The entire process lasted only three minutes, but it was a major test of the actor’s understanding of Tianqi’s character.

Mu Chiheng’s performance was very immersive.

During the performance, he completely demonstrated Tianqi’s inner conflicts, especially when he was beaten and cursed.

He lay on the ground, desperately trying to protect himself and plead for mercy, but the more he begged, the more ruthless the beatings became.

Until he had only one breath left, he felt he couldn’t die like this.

He hadn’t found his brother or his family.

He suddenly got up and punched the youth who was kicking and hitting him to death.

Mu Chiheng especially portrayed Tianqi’s transformation exceptionally well.

His skilled acting didn’t resemble that of a newcomer at all.

The director and all the others were stunned.

Bai Chenxi remained seated, looking somber, no one knew what he was thinking.

Anyway, after Mu Chiheng finished performing, everyone was applauding, except Bai Chenxi, who remained expressionless without any reaction.

Seeing his indifference, Qiao Si asked with a smile, “Mr. Bai, do you find anything inappropriate?”

Bai Chenxi then nonchalantly lifted his head, placed his fingers on the armrest of his chair, and looked at Mu Chiheng, saying, “Scene 468 of ‘Sword Immortal’!”

“Uh!” Mu Chiheng was dumbfounded on the spot.

Scene 468, wasn’t that the finale, the kissing scene between Tianqi and Zhu Luo?

Why did Bai Chenxi suddenly point out this scene?

Yan Yuan also felt that Bai Chenxi was acting strange today.

Especially when he mentioned that scene, her cheeks blushed imperceptibly.

This guy had practiced it so many times at home, yet he actually picked this scene.

Yan Yuan was speechless and couldn’t figure out what Bai Chenxi was thinking.

Now, his serious demeanor left people speechless.

Truth be told.

Mu Chiheng thought the director wouldn’t call for this scene, so he didn’t really study it.

After all, no one ever picked a kissing scene during an audition.

Why was it different for him?

Although the director didn’t understand Bai Chenxi’s intention, if the BOSS wanted it performed, a qualified actor should perform it well.

Failing to perform well wouldn’t do.

Yet, Mu Chiheng stood there for a long time, like a wooden post, smoothly delivering his lines but not going through with the kiss.

Until three minutes passed.

When the director told him to leave the stage, he still hadn’t figured out what exactly to do.

Though his previous scene went exceptionally well, he barely performed the scene Bai Chenxi pointed out.

He thought he was finished, that he would miss out on the role.

He was thinking this way.

The competition for the second role had already started.

That was Zhu Luo.

He sat in the audience, his heart still pounding hard.

He didn’t know if he’d be eliminated.

Yan Yuan looked at Mu Chiheng, worried for him too.

His looks and acting were well-suited for Tianqi’s role; it would be a shame if he missed it because of that kissing scene.

When competing for Zhu Luo’s role.

Su Meili was the first to step onto the stage.

Unexpectedly, the scene she chose was exactly the same as the one Chu Chen had selected for her.

It was the scene where Tianqi was being pursued, and Zhu Luo fell off a cliff with him to save him.

Tianqi was unconscious, and Zhu Luo took care of him.

This scene appeared simple, but the degree of sorrow needed to be well-controlled.

If performed too intensely, it would be over-exaggerated, and if not sorrowful enough, it wouldn’t show Zhu Luo’s affection for Tianqi.

Su Meili’s performance was flawless; one could tell she was professionally trained. Her expressions and actions were very star-like.

Yan Yuan felt that if she wanted to win, she had to perform even better.

Otherwise, with the two of them being evenly matched, she wouldn’t be able to compete with Su Meili’s background.

When choosing, they would naturally choose Su Meili.

She could only take an unconventional path and find another way.

After seeing Su Meili’s performance, Chu Chen also broke into a cold sweat for Yan Yuan.

After all, what he taught Yan Yuan was very similar to what Su Meili performed.

He understood that since Yan Yuan had someone to teach her, Su Meili would have had guidance too.

At this moment, he couldn’t help but worry for Yan Yuan.

After Su Meili’s performance, she looked at Yan Yuan and arrogantly raised her chin, “Hmph!”

Yan Yuan scornfully glared at her, crossing her arms, her gaze becoming deeper.

Several female performances were in between.

When it was Yan Yuan’s turn.

Yan Yuan walked onto the stage with big strides; at this point, she’d long ignored Bai Chenxi’s presence.

She focused solely on getting the role.

This was her first step to rise in the entertainment industry; if she missed it, who knew how long she’d have to wait.

When the director asked her to start her performance.

Yan Yuan closed her eyes, imagining herself as Zhu Luo.

A noble princess, pure and kind-hearted, yet a bit spoiled and willful.

What would it be like for a princess to fall in love with someone, without ever expressing it, not even realizing it herself?

The crowd saw Yan Yuan just closing her eyes, not taking action.

Everyone curiously looked on, wondering why she picked the same scene as Su Meili but chose to close her eyes instead of immediately performing—what was she doing?

Bai Chenxi was also puzzled by her actions.

After a full minute.

Yan Yuan finally composed her emotions.

She looked at the camera and started performing.

“Tianqi, what’s wrong with you?” Zhu Luo’s face was full of worry. She clutched Tianqi’s sleeve, looking at the blood on him, her eyes shrinking in fear.

“Tianqi, open your eyes and look at me. It’s so dark here, I’m scared. If you die, what will I do?”

…

The director looked at Yan Yuan; even though she slightly changed the dialogue, it obviously made Zhu Luo’s character more three-dimensional.

The others also widened their eyes.

Su Meili showed an evil smile in her eyes.

Yan Yuan changed the lines—this was a daring move!

If done well, it would stand out, but if not, the screenwriter would curse her.

Sure enough, when Yan Yuan changed the dialogue.

The screenwriter beside her frowned deeply, his face turning dark.

“Tianqi, quickly find water for me, I’m so thirsty! If you don’t wake up, I’ll have the emperor sentence you to death!” Zhu Luo muttered, but her hands were busy.

She tore apart her favorite clothes to bandage his wounds.

While tears flowed, she bandaged him.

Although her words were domineering, spoiled, and willful,

her actions honestly betrayed her affection for Tianqi.

Even if others said he was bad,

she didn’t care and was willing to wander with him, clinging to him, and following him.

The performance didn’t last long, ending quickly.

Many in the audience had a smile they couldn’t suppress.

Yes, they felt Zhu Luo’s affection for Tianqi.

It was sensed through Zhu Luo’s sharp words.

This performance was more vivid than the traditional act just now.

When Yan Yuan finished performing, there was no applause from the audience.

Instead, the screenwriter stood up, nodded, and said excitedly, “Yes, I’ve always felt this part was too bland. If Zhu Luo only knew how to cry, it would just be a superficial performance. If these lines can be changed, it would deepen the plot. Zhu Luo becomes more adorable.”

Since the screenwriter said so, the director naturally wouldn’t blame Yan Yuan for changing the lines.

During filming, the screenwriter is usually present to adjust any bugs in the script.

With the changes, Zhu Luo’s character became more memorable.

Only then did the director and others begin to applaud.

Bai Chenxi looked at Yan Yuan, thinking that with her performance yesterday, if she got the role, he feared he would have to exert more authority.