sbdcsierra Chapter 32: Playing Empress Zhang Yan?
Chapter 32: Playing Empress Zhang Yan?
"The maid is gone too? Even the passerby is gone?"
Jiang Bai stood there, looking at Yu Zheng's "what a coincidence" expression, and knew exactly what was going on.
That old fox is clearly trying to force him into playing Zhang Yan!
Although Jiang Bai was a bit greedy and had a knack for making money.
but!
Gentlemen love fortune, in a proper way.
Anyway, the reward for the mission at the freshman party is one million, which is more than enough to be a wealthy college student in this world.
To earn the million-dollar reward from the system, one has to act in dozens of episodes of melodramatic dramas, and live in constant fear of being exposed and arrested as a psychopath...
This is such a poor value for money!
"Since that's the case..."
Jiang Bai took a deep breath, a perfectly measured look of regret and disappointment on his face.
He lowered his eyes slightly, his long eyelashes trembled, and his voice was soft yet resolute:
"Then let's forget about it."
"Since the crew is full, I won't cause any trouble for the director."
"The role of Zhang Yan is too important. I'm afraid I'll mess it up and ruin your show."
Done.
Jiang Bai didn't hesitate at all.
Turn around.
Lift your skirt.
Take a step and head out.
This set of movements was so fluid and graceful, perfectly capturing the aloof goddess vibe of "I regret it, but I won't force it."
"???"
Yu Zheng was stunned.
The teacup in my hand wobbled again, and scalding hot tea splashed onto the back of my hand.
what's going on?
They're leaving already?
She's the third female lead! This is a big production!
If other actors heard about this opportunity, wouldn't they kneel down and beg for the role?
Why doesn't this girl play by the rules?
Oh no, is this a disaster?! Is the car going to crash?!
"No, no, no!"
Yu Zheng was shocked and jumped up from his chair.
joke!
If he lets Jiang Bai go, where will he find such a perfect "Zhang Yan"?
If they escape, it would be the biggest loss for "Beauty's Rival in Palace"—a huge financial blow!
Yu Zheng rushed forward in two strides, blocking Jiang Bai's path with his arms outstretched.
"Oh my goodness! What's the rush?!"
Yu Zheng's face was plastered with a fawning smile, and sweat beaded on his forehead.
"Don't go! Don't go! Let's talk about it again!"
"Who says you'll mess up? I say you can, and you can!"
Jiang Bai stopped and looked at the old fox blocking his way, secretly amused, but on the surface he still wore an expression that said, "I can't do anything about it."
"Director, I'm really still a student, I have no experience..."
"You can learn if you don't have experience!"
Yu Zheng gritted his teeth and hurriedly tried to find a way to remedy the situation, directly resorting to his trump card:
"so!"
"Go and try out the scene first!"
"As long as you can play Zhang Yan, regarding the salary..."
Yu Zheng held up one finger and waved it in front of Jiang Bai:
"I'll treat you according to the highest standards for a newcomer!"
"One million!"
"This is your package price, as long as you sign!"
boom!
One million?!
Jiang Bai's pupils contracted instantly.
hiss--
As expected of the entertainment industry!
Did this money come from a blizzard?
He originally thought that a newcomer playing a supporting role would at most get a few hundred thousand yuan, which would be considered good.
Unexpectedly, Yu Zheng offered a sky-high price of one million to keep him!
This is...
I'm starting to feel tempted!
One million, plus the system's reward, that's two million!
With these two million, he could basically do whatever he wanted for the four years of university!
Seeing the wavering in Jiang Bai's eyes, Yu Zheng was secretly delighted.
There is a play!
Indeed, there is no problem in this world that money cannot solve; if there is, it's simply because there isn't enough money!
In order to secure this promising talent, Yu Zheng decided to add fuel to the fire and completely cut off Jiang Bai's escape route:
"and!"
"I'll make you a promise!"
"You should try out Zhang Yan first. If you do, I also think you're not suitable..."
Yu Zheng patted his chest and guaranteed:
"Then I'll give Wei Zifu to you!"
Jiang Bai was taken aback and blinked:
"But Director...didn't you just say that someone had already been chosen for the role of Wei Zifu?"
"Was a contract signed?"
Yu Zheng waved his hand, his face exuding domineering arrogance:
"That was just now!"
"Rules are rules, but people are flexible!"
"If you're willing to stay, I'll replace that person!"
"I'll pay the penalty for breach of contract! I'll offend the person!"
"How about it? Is this enough sincerity?"
Listen.
Is this even human language?
This is the true face of capitalists!
but……
Jiang Bai likes it!
"You should have said so earlier!"
Jiang Bai mentally complained.
If you had told me earlier that you had a million and left me a way out, why would I have bothered to put on this "wanting to leave" act?
Now that we have a way out, if we don't succeed in the audition, we can still play Wei Zifu to get the job, and if we go forward, we can still get paid.
Why don't you give it a try?
Regardless, let's get the guaranteed one million from the system first.
Jiang Bai's troubled expression vanished instantly, replaced by a feeling of being "touched by sincerity."
He nodded, his voice clear and crisp:
"Director, since you've said that..."
"I'll try!"
"For the sake of art, I'm willing to take on the challenge of playing Zhang Yan!"
Upon hearing this...
Yu Zheng's tense body relaxed instantly, and a smile bloomed on his face like a chrysanthemum.
Successfully retained!
Fearing Jiang Bai might change his mind, Yu Zheng quickly called to his assistant, Xiao Liu, who was already dumbfounded:
"Quick! Xiao Liu!"
"Give her the script, Zhang Yan's solo script!"
After speaking, he turned his head to look at Jiang Bai, his eyes becoming incredibly gentle, even carrying a hint of doting:
"Jiang Bai, don't be nervous."
"Although it's an audition, we're not in a rush."
"Go and familiarize yourself with the script first, and get a feel for it."
"Take it slow. We'll start when you feel ready."
"The entire crew of several hundred people is waiting for you. They can wait for hours. We're not in a hurry."
These words were spoken.
The surrounding staff gasped again.
Take your time?
No rush?
The entire crew is waiting?
This treatment...
Even top-tier celebrities wouldn't receive this kind of treatment, right?
This looks like a newcomer auditioning.
This is clearly like worshipping an ancestor!
……
After Jiang Bai's figure disappeared through the doorway.
The assistant director and several casting directors sitting next to him were stunned.
"Director Yu..."
The assistant director wiped his sweat and asked cautiously:
"One million? Isn't that a bit too high?"
"We're promoting a newcomer so much; what if she messes up? Wouldn't that be a double loss?"
Yu Zheng sat back down in his chair, picked up his teacup, and blew on the tea leaves with a cheerful expression.
He watched Jiang Bai's departing figure, his eyes gleaming with a sharp light:
"You guys don't know anything."
"What you see is just a beautiful newcomer."
"But what I saw was ratings! It generated buzz! It became a hit!"
Yu Zheng put down his teacup and pointed to the door:
"The way she looked back just now, that confident yet humble demeanor, and that face of hers."
"She is the living, breathing Empress Zhang Yan!"
"Actors who naturally exude an aura don't even need much acting skill; just standing there, the audience believes them!"
"As for one million?"
Yu Zheng sneered:
"If this show becomes a hit because of her, what's a million dollars?"
"Whether she plays Wei Zifu as a fleeting cameo or Zhang Yan as a heartbreakingly beautiful character..."
"As long as we keep her here."
"We're making pure profit!"
Yu Zheng's words resonated powerfully throughout the photography studio.
The casting directors exchanged glances, carefully recalling Jiang Bai's appearance just now.
cool.
Aloof and proud.
And there was that gentleness and sorrow in that lowered head.
indeed.
Although it was only for a moment, the feeling was exactly the same as Zhang Yan in the script.
"Director Yu is right..."
The assistant director swallowed hard, imagining Jiang Bai dressed in a phoenix coronet and embroidered robes, sitting alone in the deep palace.
"If it were her..."
"That's definitely the most attractive face in our show!"
"Regardless of how well he acts, his face alone is enough to make the audience's values follow his every move!"
"yes!"
Another director chimed in, "Her portrayal of Wei Zifu, though only lasting a few seconds, gave me goosebumps."
"This girl was born for this!"
"Director Yu is brilliant!"
"Good choice!"
Several people gave him a thumbs up, expressing their utmost admiration for Yu Zheng's vision.
Yu Zheng hummed a little tune smugly as he picked up the script again.
"Just wait and see."
"She'll be auditioning for the role of Empress Zhang Yan later."
"Now you'll know what it means to be absolutely amazing."
"We've got this one in the bag!"