enjoyebooks Chapter 38 Meng Ziyi visits the set!
Chapter 38 Meng Ziyi visits the set!
Ancient road, thatched cottage, bamboo forest—
Amidst the ancient-style setting, modern equipment is hidden from view, capturing everything.
The director sat behind the monitor, his eyes glued to the characters' movements on screen, afraid of missing a single detail.
All staff members performed their duties efficiently and in an orderly manner.
Yang Mi's portrayal of Feng Qingxue and her brother's reunion was perfectly executed, conveying the emotions perfectly. The scene of the siblings recognizing each other was both touching and heartbreaking.
Qiao Zhenyu stood in the crowd, observing carefully, and greatly admired Xu Lang's acting skills, which were very steady.
Even when acting alongside a veteran like Yang Mi, she held her own, with both actors exchanging blows and building suspense layer by layer, completely immersed in the role.
at this time!
Outside the film set, a security guard stopped a girl pulling a suitcase. She was strikingly beautiful with fair skin and striking features, and she seemed to have a halo around her in the crowd.
She tiptoed, her gaze darting eagerly through the gaps in the crowd, locking onto Xu Lang, who was in the center of the filming. She waved vigorously, but failed to attract attention.
"I really came to visit the set, it's him..."
She pointed to Xu Lang, who was filming, and said:
"That...the guy who's filming, I'm his friend."
The security guard glanced at it but still didn't agree.
"He has to come pick you up; the rules can't be broken."
"He's filming, how could he come to pick me up!" Meng Ziyi had a sudden inspiration, clasped her hands together, and instantly transformed into a sweet girl:
"Uncle, please, let me in."
"No!"
Upon being firmly rejected, she immediately stopped acting cute and stood by with her pouting lips, waiting.
However, Qiao Zhenyu arrived.
He saw that the girl was very beautiful, the kind of beauty that could be spotted at a glance in a crowd.
"Miss, who are you looking for?"
Upon seeing him in his theatrical costume, a handsome and elegant ancient man, Meng Ziyi immediately stood up:
"You are... Ouyang Shaogong? You are even more handsome in person than in photos."
Qiao Zhenyu smiled smugly, assuming it was one of his fans who had come after him, and basked in the girl's praise.
But the girl made no attempt to hide her gaze as she looked him up and down, then pulled out her phone and handed it to him.
"Teacher Ouyang Shaogong, I need to see him!"
Qiao Zhenyu looked at his phone screen, where a still image of him and Xu Lang filming a scene was displayed.
The girl was pointing at Xu Lang.
Are they here to see Xu Lang?
Film stills are not usually leaked on set, so the fact that she was able to get them and specifically sought out Xu Lang suggests that their relationship is not ordinary.
"Are you looking for Professor Xu Lang?" Qiao Zhenyu, his gossipy nature piqued, asked.
"What's your relationship?"
Meng Ziyi thought for a while... Classmate? No; Lover? No; Friend? Would that be a good enough reason to get in?
"Cousin, I am his cousin. I came all the way from our hometown to stay with him."
If we're related, I should be able to get in.
"Cousin?" Qiao Zhenyu looked at her seriously, then glanced at Xu Lang, who was engrossed in filming.
One is handsome, and the other is beautiful!
The family has great genes.
He looked at the security guard, took out a pack of cigarettes, and handed it to him:
"Please make an exception and I'll take her there."
The security guard shoved him a few times, then accepted the cigarettes without making things difficult.
Meng Ziyi followed him inside, her eyes fixed on Xu Lang, who was filming, and she kept asking him questions about him.
Qiao Zhenyu was a little annoyed!
I'm such a handsome man standing in front of you, yet you act like I don't exist. I'm one of the "Four Beauties of the World," and your behavior is really discouraging, isn't it?
Despite being hurt inside, he still put on a warm, older brotherly smile and answered her questions about Xu Lang.
Upon entering the core filming area, Meng Ziyi was immediately stunned.
This is a real professional film set; multi-camera coordination, the movement of the track vehicle, the director's concise instructions through the headset, the highly focused collaboration of all staff... a world apart from her previous dabbling in filming at school.
In the center of the shot, Xu Lang and Yang Mi are engaged in a silent standoff after an emotional outburst, every subtle expression and glance brimming with a sense of story.
She was completely absorbed in watching, and the theories taught in class found their most vivid interpretation at that moment.
"Click!"
Director Liang picked up the walkie-talkie and shouted.
The silent crowd breathed a sigh of relief and remained silent, waiting for the director to continue.
"Feng Guangmo, do the emotion again. I'll take another take; I want a close-up."
Some people secretly breathed a sigh of relief; there was no mistake!
"Okay, director!"
Xu Lang nodded, and when he turned his gaze away from the director, he saw Meng Ziyi in the crowd.
She clearly noticed Xu Lang's gaze sweeping over her, and flashed a bright smile, waving incessantly.
Xu Lang smiled slightly to indicate that he understood, but he couldn't show too much emotion, otherwise he might forget the emotion the director had asked for.
"Actors, take your positions!"
……
After this shot is filmed, we can change scenes and take a short break.
Xu Lang and Yang Mi nodded to each other, detaching themselves from their characters in the drama and returning to reality.
He then looked at Meng Ziyi, gestured for her to wait a moment, and went to the director to ask about the details of what had just happened.
"Teacher Xu Lang, you're doing well." Director Liang glanced at the girl over there, took out a scooter key from his pocket, and handed it to him, saying:
"Don't rush the next scene. Let's shoot the scenes with Teacher Zhenyu and Teacher Yang Mi first. I'll give you half an hour."
Xu Lang took his car keys and said gratefully:
"Thank you, Director Liang. I'll be right back."
As he spoke, he strode toward Meng Ziyi.
"Xu Lang, your...your beard is quite a radical change." Meng Ziyi stared at his tattered costume like a curious child, even reaching out to tug at it.
Yin Qianshang has just regained his memory and returned to the role of Feng Guangmo. Although he is back in form, his appearance and makeup have not changed. He is still a ragged and disheveled wanderer.
Xu Lang took her suitcase and said:
"As you can see, I'm very busy. I'll take you back to the hotel to rest first, and I'll come find you after I finish work."
He pulled her suitcase toward where the electric scooter was parked, and Meng Ziyi followed behind him, a little reluctant to leave the film set.
"I'm not waiting for you at the hotel; I've come here to watch you act."
Xu Lang stopped and looked at her, and she immediately explained:
"What's the difference between me waiting at the hotel and sleeping at school? I want to watch you film, and also learn about the real film set process beforehand. I promise to be quiet and won't cause any trouble!"
Looking at her face, which was filled with longing and seriousness, Xu Lang hesitated for a moment before finally speaking:
"Okay, then you stay here and watch quietly, don't run around, and don't bother anyone else."
"OK!" Meng Ziyi immediately smiled and gave an OK sign.
Xu Lang placed her suitcase on the footrest of the electric scooter, then straddled it with his long legs:
"Take your luggage over and put it down; get in the car!"
Meng Ziyi hurriedly sat in the back seat, her hands instinctively reaching forward as if to wrap around Xu Lang's waist, but she immediately pulled them back and hit Xu Lang's shoulder instead.
"Alright, let's go!"
Xu Lang twisted the throttle, but to his surprise, the electric car's power was unexpected, and it suddenly surged forward!
Xu Lang slammed on the brakes, and the immense inertia caused Meng Ziyi in the back seat to slam into his back, her chest deformed from the impact.
"Ah... Xu Lang, are you sure you can handle it?"
"An unexpected turn of events. I'm not very familiar with Director Liang's car." Xu Lang coughed lightly, his ears slightly flushed, and said, "This time, hold on tight!"
This scene was seen as very ambiguous by the other crew members.
Qiao Zhenyu looked annoyed and muttered to himself:
"What kind of cousin is this? Mr. Xu Lang is so young, yet he's already a master at flirting. This trick reminds me of a scene from a certain superstar's movie!"
Besides him, many people on set also noticed this scene, after all, Xu Lang had a significant presence in the crew, especially since the girl paid special attention to him.
It seemed as if some little gossip was spreading.
In the entertainment industry, even the slightest movement can become a story.