Huayu: Starting with Rejecting 00s Actresses on a Dating Show

Tan Wen pushed open the door and entered. The conference room was not large, with a long table.

Three people were sitting at the long table. Tan Wen only recognized the director, Han Yan, sitting in the middle. He guessed the other two were casting directors.

Two young men were standing to the side; they didn't look like staff members.

The young woman, who was initially looking tired, instinctively straightened up and smoothed her hair when she saw Tan Wen.

The young man was somewhat bored. He knew that apart from Yi Yang Qianxi, everyone else was just cannon fodder.

Tan Wen had experienced this scene before at the Xiangjiang River, so he adapted quickly.

"Hello teachers, I am Tan Wen, the auditioning actor number 11."

His voice was steady with a hint of stubbornness, which Tan Wen understood to be suitable for the speaking style of Wei Yihang, the male lead of Little Red Flower, though there was an element of gambling involved.

Han Yan and the others, who had been looking down, raised their heads upon hearing this.

"Have you sorted out your relationship problems?" Han Yan asked with a smile.

Instead of directly mentioning the audition, he inquired about Tan Wen's relationship status, drawing strange looks from the others.

Tan Wen was a little confused and didn't know how to answer for a moment.

Han Yan didn't press him any further. "Let's begin."

Tan Wen nodded. The scene he auditioned today was an argument between Wei Yihang and his parents.

His parents found out that Wei Yihang was making money from drug trials and scolded him for not taking care of his health. He felt that he was already a burden on his parents and did not want to use their money.

The two young actors in the meeting room were originally supposed to play his parents.

Tan Wen thought it wasn't a big problem, and he nodded to the two young actors.

A moment later, while the two young actors were still getting into character, his eyes had already changed.

It wasn't just a monotonous stubbornness or loneliness, but a stubbornness that encompassed a complex mix of emotions, including anger, helplessness, and mockery.

"I've already been a burden to you all enough. This time, I want to fulfill my own wish in my own way, is that not allowed?"

Han Yan sat up straight.

Next, it was the father's turn to speak. The young actor didn't speak immediately; he wanted to deliver his lines with even stronger emotion, otherwise he definitely wouldn't be able to keep up with Tan Wen's performance.

But time was of the essence, and he finally spoke: "Wei Yihang, your body doesn't just belong to you, it also belongs to us."

Tan Wen felt that his emotions were wrong; he should have been speaking in a low voice and gritting his teeth, instead of venting loudly.

But he was not affected, nor did he continue to act in the same way as before, otherwise the whole scene would have seemed disjointed.

As the performance continued, the two young actors also got into character, and a few minutes later, the performance ended.

The meeting room was quiet for a few seconds. Tan Wen nodded to the two young actors, who in turn bowed in greeting.

The male actor had mixed feelings; Tan Wen's acting skills were so good, it was such a pity...

Han Yan spoke up: "Because I'm going to play a brain tumor patient, I'll need to shave my head later on. Can you accept that? After all, you have a pretty good image."

The others looked at Han Yan with some surprise. He hadn't asked this question among all the actors before, which meant that Han Yan was interested in Tan Wen.

"I can shave anytime," Tan Wen replied without hesitation.

"Okay, go back and wait for our notification."

Tan Wen bowed to the teachers and then left...

"Director Han, where did you find this treasure?" asked the person to Han Yan's right.

Han Yan: "You wouldn't believe me even if I told you. My assistant saw it on a dating reality show."

To be honest, I was skeptical about using him at first, but Director Ning Hao recommended him to me.

Tell me, how does his performance compare to Jackson Yee's?

The person on the right: "They get into character very quickly, their lines are much better, and their emotional expression is more complete. To be honest, there's not much to compare."

The person on the left said, "But Qianxi's acting was also good, and it was more than enough for this drama. We should be more concerned about its commercial value."

The person on the right said, "But we also have to consider the costs and risks, right? Qianxi's salary is equivalent to dozens of Tan Wen's."

Han Yan waved his hand. He knew all these things; otherwise, he wouldn't be so conflicted.

"Have you noticed how composed he is? He has a great sense of the big picture. When his partner can't keep up with the performance, he doesn't just think about showing off his own skills."

Instead, he adjusted his own state to match his partner's emotions, striving for the integrity of the entire scene.

The two nodded; they had indeed noticed that before.

Han Yan: "It would be very comfortable to work with an actor like this, and I'm really reluctant to let him go."

He thought for a moment, then asked the two of them, "Do you still have any disagreements about choosing Liu Haochun as the female lead?"

The two shook their heads. They already knew that Liu Haochun had acted in Zhang Yimou's new movie, so she was the future "Zhang Yimou Girl".

In this situation, what else is there to consider? Besides, Liu Haochun's acting skills are much better than those of other actresses.

Han Yan nodded: "Sometimes, whoever the female lead chooses determines who the male lead is. Perhaps we can listen to her thoughts."

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When Tan Wen walked out of the building, it was already past one o'clock in the afternoon.

"Shall we go eat first?" Liu Haochun asked Tan Wen.

Tan Wen: "When Meng Ziyi arrives later, let's find a restaurant to eat while we wait for her."

"How about we have hot pot?"

"it is good."

October in Beijing is no longer so hot, especially as Liu Haochun walks with light steps, a gentle breeze lifts her skirt, and sunlight adorns her bright eyes.

Anyone who sees it will unconsciously feel happy and a smile will appear on their face.

The two randomly chose an old Beijing hot pot restaurant, not knowing whether it was authentic or not, and not really caring.

Tan Wen: "It seems you feel you've already passed the test?"

Liu Haochun: "You don't seem to be in much spirits. You didn't perform well, did you?"

Tan Wen shook his head, "I played alright, I was just thinking about other things."

Liu Haochun: "May I ask?"

Tan Wen: "Between Yi Yang Qianxi and me, who would you rather act with?"

Without hesitation, Liu Haochun replied, "Of course it's you! You forgot I like you?"

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Since you enjoy teasing me so much, don't blame me for using the same trick in return.

Tan Wen activated his expressive eyes and looked intently at Liu Haochun.

His eyes held concern, heartache, and a hint of heartbreak.

Liu Haochun felt a little uncomfortable being stared at.

"What's wrong?"

"I'm reconsidering whether I should formally start a relationship with you, since you like me so much."

Liu Haochun clearly didn't expect him to say that, let alone say it so bluntly.

She said somewhat awkwardly, "Didn't I say I'd contact you after I became famous?"

"It was too late by then. I don't accept relationships where everything is prepared beforehand, that kind of weighing of pros and cons, I don't like it."

"Let's drink." Liu Haochun felt like she had messed things up, and she couldn't explain why her heart was racing.

Hmph, she's so awkward at changing the subject. Tan Wen saw through her act and stopped teasing her.

"Go back to the cabin and mess around with other male guests, don't interfere with my dating life."

"But, but the person I like is you."

"...You forced me to become a playboy, so don't blame me for messing with you from now on."

Seeing Tan Wen's annoyed expression, Liu Haochun was pleased to have won back the score when his phone lit up.

It was a short message from a little red flower square. Liu Haochun clicked on it:

If you were the female lead in Little Red Flower, between Yi Yangqianxi and Tan Wen, who would you personally prefer to act with?

Liu Haochun glanced at Tan Wen and calmly typed "Yi Yang Qianxi" into the text message.