The Rebirth of a Top Star

Shen Nanqiao didn't want to expose him. She didn't know if it was the director's problem or the actors' problem, but Shen Nanqiao could always find the director's perverse sense of humor.

Like, now.

Shen Nanqiao knew this part by heart and didn't need to look at it again. It was the most important part of the scene, and even the most important supporting character in the entire drama.

Before starting, Shen Nanqiao cleared her throat and glanced at Wang Xiaotong, who was sitting in the first row.

She looked at Shen Nanqiao with her emotionless eyes.

It was all done in a completely businesslike manner.

It's really hard to get used to.

Since becoming familiar with Xiaotong, Shen Nanqiao had never seen her with such a cold expression.

Was she always like this before she met me?

Shen Nanqiao wasted time and was urged by the director.

The director cleared his throat twice, bringing Shen Nanqiao back to her senses. Her eyes were fixed on the other girl; one might have thought she had some ulterior motive.

Everything went smoothly. Shen Nanqiao's work, while not perfect, was also flawless.

At least his delivery was fluent, his emotions were on point, and even his interactions with the main character were portrayed vividly.

This was something the director hadn't expected. Instead of immediately returning the script to Shen Nanqiao, he sat down on his small stool and asked her a question.

"You've handled this relationship very well. Can you share your secrets with everyone?"

Shen Nanqiao didn't know what to say. He couldn't very well say that there was no secret and that all he had to do was practice more.

This way, they don't even have to wait until tomorrow; the news of their diva-like behavior will spread instantly.

Shen Nanqiao smiled modestly, "My performance was nowhere near as good as you say, Director. You can't be so blatant in praising me."

First, she distanced herself from the comparison, not giving others a chance to compare, before continuing, "I've been exchanging acting tips with everyone lately and have learned a lot, not to mention the great atmosphere and environment here."

When it comes to the atmosphere and environment, Shen Nanqiao's smile is genuine.

Now, apart from Wang Xiaotong's cold face, Shen Nanqiao is satisfied with everything.

As for this one with the cold face, there's no need to worry too much. Once you get to know her, in just a few days, she won't be like this when she's around.

Shen Nanqiao is very confident about this.

After Shen Nanqiao finished her performance, it was the director's turn to randomly select other people.

Perhaps it was because Shen Nanqiao had been staring at Wang Ruoqi's face for so long that the director noticed the new actress.

He stammered when he said someone's name, but he was quick to point at them with his chin held high.

Wang Ruoqi wasn't intimidated at all. She went up more directly, without Shen Nanqiao's banter and hesitation. She respectfully handed the script she had already received to the director and waited for the director to randomly select a segment.

The director usually handles things normally, and this time he just casually flipped through the pages in front of everyone. There were some notes marked, but the rest were mostly blank.

Shen Nanqiao, looking at the script through the gaps in the crowd, felt a little worried for Wang Ruoqi. After all, no matter how interesting or playful the director was, his ultimate goal was to direct the drama well.

To put it more bluntly, why are we all gathered together now? It's because the director is making the final selections for his roles.

Shen Nanqiao was worried when she heard Wang Ruoqi's unhurried voice begin.

Her voice was like a cello playing in concentric circles on a gently flowing river, and Shen Nanqiao couldn't help but stare at her face again, drawn by the sound.

The person was both too familiar and too unfamiliar, which made Shen Nanqiao feel a little apprehensive. She didn't know if their future interactions would be as she had hoped.

While Shen Nanqiao was still in a daze, Wang Ruoqi's performance was over. She was more direct than Shen Nanqiao in that Shen Nanqiao imagined the protagonist and herself working together, while Wang Ruoqi interacted directly with the audience below.

This may also be largely due to her background, since Wang Ruoqi studied drama, and interaction with the audience is also very important.

Nan Qiao is different; all her experience comes from the interplay between the screen and the actors.

Shen Nanqiao sat below and applauded her from the bottom of her heart.

The enthusiastic applause made Wang Ruoqi unable to help but look over; this was the second time Shen Nanqiao and she had made eye contact today.

Shen Nanqiao smiled sweetly, a bright and sunny smile returning the smile to Wang Ruoqi.

Those who saw it were completely stunned.

Wang Ruoqi nodded slightly and then found her seat.

Many people came up on stage one after another, some prepared and some unprepared. The most serious one was that he came here to listen to gossip every day, and after enjoying it, he completely forgot why he came here in the first place.

The director didn't hold back and gave her a severe dressing-down, telling her to pack her things and leave right now.

Shen Nanqiao was also startled. She had never seen the director so angry before, and she began to think back on how she had performed.

The study session came to an abrupt end. Shen Nanqiao waited behind, hoping to add Wang Ruoqi as a friend after she finished.

Unexpectedly, Xiaotong, who had just turned around and entered the house, immediately pulled out her suitcase. She had just arrived, which surprised Shen Nanqiao.

Wang Ruoqi stood beside the director, whispering something. As the people around them slowly left, Shen Nanqiao leaned closer to listen.

The director and Wang Ruoqi only glanced at her and said nothing.

It wasn't until she heard that accommodations were being arranged for Wang Ruoqi that Shen Nanqiao rushed up and volunteered.

"I live alone and it's really lonely. Director, please arrange for me to stay at your place."

Shen Nanqiao looked at it again and again, and none of the three of them said anything.

The director looked at Wang Ruoqi with difficulty. He couldn't be sure what Shen Nanqiao was up to. He had noticed the few times Shen Nanqiao had stared at Wang Ruoqi today.

Finally, Wang Ruoqi spoke up: "Sure, I don't mind."

Shen Nanqiao was faster than the other two. She grabbed Wang Ruoqi's suitcase and turned to leave, muttering to herself that Wang Ruoqi should hurry up and follow.

The director was both amused and exasperated.

Shen Nanqiao acted too quickly.

He had originally planned to arrange for Wang Ruoqi to stay in the room she had just left in today.

Shen Nanqiao led Wang Ruoqi through the village. The village paths were not easy to walk on, and Wang Ruoqi's suitcase bumped and rattled along the way.

She felt a little heartache looking at her belongings, but couldn't say anything to stop the jolt.

In the end, Shen Nanqiao had a change of heart and became much gentler.

Wang Ruoqi was arranged to sit next to Shen Nanqiao, with only a simple wall separating them, just like the comfort of lying in the same bed as before.