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Chapter 162 Gu Qing, the Sleep Aid Expert
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Filming from daytime to evening,
The film crew served dinner and temporarily wrapped up work.

Gu Qing, who played the male lead for the first time, experienced the pain that Sister Zhao suffered in Hua Qiangu.

He wanted to film all the side stories.

After finishing his meal, he still had to continue filming his scenes with Zhao Liying.

"You only processed a few throughout the day?"

"Is Sister Liying not feeling well?"

"Don't worry, Director Liang, I'll come back and check on things."

I learned from the director that the crew's progress was terrible that day.

Gu Qing was still quite puzzled, and then worriedly wondered, "Could he be sick?"

He said goodbye and left.

Zhao Ya and Xiao Yu, the two assistants, had already tacitly brought their dinner to a small table.

"Second Master, you're back!"

After sitting down on a small stool, Zhao Liying received a hint from her assistant, turned around sharply, and sure enough, saw Gu Qing. She immediately put down her chopsticks and waved happily.

Are you in a bad mood today?

Gu Qing took her hand, patted Sister Zhao's head, and sat down opposite her, speaking softly.

"No, I'm quite happy."

Zhao Liying bit her chopsticks, stammering, and glared at her innocent-looking assistant, as if to say, "Did you, you brat, leak the secret?"

"Stop glaring at me, Director Huang told me that."

Gu Qing chuckled and picked up her chopsticks. "What exactly is the reason?"

"I told you... but don't be angry."

"You say it."

"In my opinion, this script..."

Zhao Liying kept talking, pouring out all her unhappiness.

"If you put it that way, it seems to be true. Why should I eat vegetarian noodles while my apprentice can eat crab roe noodles?"

Gu Qing suddenly realized, and then said, "It needs to be changed, otherwise the audience will think that I was being abused."

Zhao Liying was amused and smiled broadly, her sullen expression completely gone.

"Second Master, do you know how to put on makeup?"

"will not."

Gu Qing shook her head.

"In the next scene, you'll be helping me with my eyebrows and makeup in front of the mirror."

Zhao Liying spoke up to remind them, as she was really looking forward to the evening's scenes.

In ancient times, it was considered an elegant affair for a husband to draw his wife's eyebrows.

This can be seen from the idiom "Zhang Chang paints eyebrows".

This refers to the story of Zhang Chang, an official in the Han Dynasty, who painted his wife's eyebrows, and is used as a metaphor for the deep affection between husband and wife.

This idiom comes from the "Biography of Zhang Chang" in the Book of Han, and is also known as "Jingzhao Huamei" and is recorded in historical records.

"Don't draw me as an ugly monster for something so romantic."

Looking at Zhao Liying, who was pouting and shaking Gu Qing's arm,

Xiao Yu, the assistant standing next to him, shivered slightly.

Is that the cute and coquettish tone of hers Zhao Xiaodao?
Sister Liying, wake up!
Didn't you want to be the leading lady?!

"That's true. We can't fool the audience. I'll go find Sister Xu to learn from her after dinner."

Gu Qing didn't feel that anything was wrong.

Perhaps they unconsciously got into the role and thought that such intimate behavior was normal.

"Second Master, you are so kind."

Zhao Liying chuckled and helped Gu Qing pick up some food, saying, "This is delicious, you should try it."

after eating,

Gu Qing sought out a makeup artist to learn from.

They happened to run into director Liang Shengquan, and the two went into the dressing room together.

"Xiao Gu, you've come to the right person."

Sister Xu was very excited and couldn't wait to try it out, saying, "Just learning how to draw eyebrows isn't enough. How about I teach you how to braid a hairpin?"

Will this affect the filming schedule?

Gu Qing hesitated.

"It won't affect anything, absolutely not."

Liang Shengquan dispelled his doubts, "Xiao Gu, nowadays, what audiences want to see in dramas is the male and female leads showing affection, but how to show it in a sweet way is a very deep skill."

The audience is tired of seeing the same old spinning, wall-slamming, and eye contact scenes; the brain won't release dopamine anymore.

If you can learn how to draw eyebrows and style hairpins, I guarantee I can film this scene beautifully.

He was also very excited. This scene in front of the mirror had a long monologue, but all he did was draw his eyebrows.

Liang Shengquan had long felt that things were a bit monotonous, but now his worries have been resolved.

"It's fortunate that Xiao Gu is willing to learn. If it were any other actor, they would be too tired to even memorize their lines. They wouldn't know how to draw eyebrows and style hair. They would probably just do a quick sketch."

Liang Shengquan was filled with emotion.

He was increasingly satisfied as he watched Gu Qing diligently learning from the makeup artist.

What makes that blond-haired kid's crew next door think they can beat them?!
"Yes, Xiao Gu, you must remember the details of combing a girl's hair. First, wash the comb with soapy water, then dry it with a towel before you start combing."

"Remember, never comb your hair all the way through, as this can easily cause tangles and pull out a lot of hair."

Sister Xu talked on and on, even demonstrating with her own hair: "First, hold a section of hair and comb out the messy ends. Then, comb from the middle of the hair to the ends, and finally, slowly comb from the roots to the ends."

"The movements should be gentle and slow. Divide the hair into several sections, such as the top of the head, the forehead, and the sides. Then comb it slowly from the outside in, touching the scalp."

Gu Qing did as instructed.

As the comb gently brushed against her scalp, Sister Xu squinted her eyes in pleasure.

Having a handsome young idol help you with your makeup is a double pleasure for both mind and body!

Cool!
So cool!
five minutes,
"Sister Xu, it's all done, Sister Xu..."

Gu Qing called out softly twice.

"Whoosh-"

"Xiao Gu, she's asleep."

Huang Shengquan suppressed a laugh and said, "You go ahead and do your work. I'll go back and have someone find the props."

Gu Qing had no choice but to wake the person up.

Startled awake, Sister Xu was embarrassed. "Come, come, let me teach you how to tie a ponytail and use hairpins. This hairstyle is a traditional Chinese style that I've researched. It's very beautiful."

After everything was done,
It took about thirty minutes.
Having mastered the skills, Gu Qing went to the room where the filming was being conducted.

Zhao Liying was covered with a blanket, lying in a rocking chair listening to the director explain the scene.

"Liying, just close your eyes and lie down for a while."

"Xiao Gu will come in from outside, cover you with a blanket, and then you will slowly open your eyes and the two of you will start a conversation."

After Liang Shengquan finished speaking, Gu Qing walked into the room and asked with a smile, "Little Gu, are you done practicing?"

"Ah."

Gu Qing nodded and swatted away the little hand that reached out to touch her.

"I'll use sulfur soap instead of regular soap. There's water in the basin, and a dry towel is hanging on top. You can use whatever you like."

"Come on, get ready,"

The employees hung the blankets on the coat racks, and Liang Shengquan picked up the walkie-talkie, shouting, "Action!"

"Squeak~"

Gu Qing pushed open the door. It was late at night, and just as he was about to step out, he saw a beautiful figure lying on the rocking chair.

With gentle eyes and a slowed pace, as she passed the wicker chair,
He paused, his pity growing stronger, before picking up the blanket and gently covering the maid with it.

"Second Master..."

With her long eyelashes trembling slightly, Zhao Liying slowly opened her eyes, her joy and affection overflowing. Just as she was about to get up, a pair of hands gently pressed down on her shoulders.

"Get some rest."

Gu Qing asked with concern, "I heard from Tao Hua that you went out today?"

"Yes, with Chenpi by my side, Second Master, don't worry."

Zhao Liying gently touched the back of Gu Qing's hand and said softly, "I went to get some things for you."

"What a coincidence, I also prepared a gift for you."

Gu Qing took out an eyebrow pencil from the exquisite box and offered to help the maid with her makeup.

First, I picked up the comb from the dressing table, wet it with soap to create foam, and then dried it with a towel after washing it.

Moonlight slanted through the carved window lattice into the dressing room, and two blurry figures floated in the bronze mirror.

Gu Qing lifted a strand of dark blue hair with her fingertips, and as the sandalwood comb teeth disappeared into her hair, the copper bells on the eaves were struck by the breeze and produced a clear, trembling sound.

"Tell me if it hurts."

His voice trailed off gently, his breath lingering on the girl's burning ears.

The ebony is infused with the calming aroma of soapberry, the comb teeth gently touch the scalp, and the warmth of the palm seeps into the skin.

"Um…"

A tingling sensation caused Zhao Liying to let out an uncontrollable whimper.

She couldn't take it either!

Gu Qing's wrist froze, but she didn't hear the director's 'cut', so she had no choice but to continue washing and grooming.

After cleaning your hair, put it up in a bun and braid it, securing it with a hairpin.
And the ending,

The two leaned against the thrush, whispering to each other.

When Gu Qing finished reciting the last line of dialogue
A small head rested heavily on his shoulder.

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(End of this chapter)