I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

Most importantly, those eyes weren't the kind that were dazzlingly bright; instead, they were like two calm, deep pools, and looking into them seemed to reveal many stories.

When she's not smiling, there's a cool distance between her brows and eyes, as if there's a thin mist between them.

But once she smiles, well, the fog dissipates, replaced by the warm afternoon sun of spring, making one feel especially comfortable and at ease.

This skill is a treasure for an actress; it allows her to convincingly portray any role. When playing an ancient lady, she exudes a reserved elegance, while when playing a modern white-collar worker, she displays a dashing and spirited demeanor.

Her skin was as white as fine porcelain, with a natural glow; she was truly blessed with natural beauty.

In the entertainment industry, where looks and physique matter, Li Xiaoran has an exceptionally good appearance.

She is tall and has a well-proportioned figure; wherever she looks, she exudes a graceful and poised demeanor.

Cheng Sheng had seen many stunning photos of Li Xiaoran online, especially those of her attending events. Whether it was simple and casual casual wear or a gorgeous and formal evening gown, everything looked perfect on her. There was no forced, contrived feeling; instead, there was a natural and sophisticated elegance.

Of course, Li Xiaoran's future success and lasting fame will not solely depend on her appearance.

She has her own 'core'.

In the entertainment industry, one person is trending on social media today, another is embroiled in scandals tomorrow; it's as lively as a pot of boiling water.

But Li Xiaoran? She always seems to stay quietly by the pot, focused on brewing her own pot of tea.

Throughout her many years in the industry, Li Xiaoran has rarely engaged in hype. Instead, she immerses herself in scripts, studying and analyzing each role one by one.

From gentle to fiery, from fragile to strong, she brought to life a series of completely different lives.

Li Xiaoran has acted in many works, but the role that truly impressed Cheng Sheng was not the princess she would play in the future, but the role she played in a 'taboo' film in the Chinese-speaking world.

Li Xiaoran's works are not numerous, but each character has her own unique charm and flavor, making her unforgettable.

However, what truly showcases Li Xiaoran's beauty is the film she will star in next year, a French-Canadian co-production titled "The Botanist's Chinese Girl."

The film's investors and producers are Luc Besson, who wrote and directed the action-drama film "Léon: The Professional".

Luc Besson is no ordinary man.

He is a famous French director, producer, screenwriter and actor.

Throughout his career, Luc Besson has been known for his prolific output and versatility, directing numerous acclaimed works such as Léon: The Professional, The Fifth Element, Joan of Arc, and Lucy. These works span a variety of genres, including action, science fiction, crime, and history, showcasing his broad creative abilities.

He also founded EuropaCorp and actively participated in international co-productions, such as collaborations with the Asian market.

In terms of personality, Luc Besson is known for his frankness and straightforwardness. He has expressed his views openly in public, such as denying that he has "been to Hollywood" and emphasizing that he always focuses on the creative process rather than commercial considerations.

He maintains the habit of writing every day, drawing inspiration from daily life and dreams. This passion for film drives him to constantly explore new genres, such as animation and international themes.

Although the protagonist of "The Botanist's Daughter" is a Chinese girl, the film was not made into a Sino-French co-production due to the sensitive subject matter. Even in the director's original concept, the story, set in Yunnan, China, could not be filmed domestically, forcing the film to be shot in Vietnam, a country with a similar setting. The film had already scouted locations in Vietnam as early as 03, but struggled to find an actress with a suitable temperament and schedule.

The casting process dragged on for three years before finally settling on Li Xiaoran, with the other female lead being a French-Chinese model.

The issues of actors and filming locations were resolved, and the film was finally completed, but it was banned after filming and could not be released in China, so it could only be shown in France.

In fact, even if it were twenty years later, let alone a movie from 2007, Li Xiaoran's film with its daring performance would still be considered one of the most explicit in Chinese cinema, and it still wouldn't be able to be released openly.

This is not only because of the film's daring nudity, but also because the story reveals the tragic plight of women at the time and criticizes the unspeakable ideas of the old era.

In another world, Cheng Sheng watched the movie "The Botanist's Daughter" from a pirated copy online, and he only watched it because of Li Xiaoran's name.

But after watching the whole series, Cheng Sheng only remembered Li Xiaoran's big bear and fair skin.

Although this film won the Best Artistic Contribution Award at the 30th Montreal International Film Festival, it's really not that great.

What's also appealing is Li Xiaoran's portrayal of a lesbian character in the film, as well as her nudity.

Although the entire duration was only a few seconds, and the key parts were covered up, the dark-toned exposure still made many people talk about it.

The story of "The Botanist's Daughter" takes place in the 8s and 90s. Li Ming's parents died in the Tangshan earthquake, and she grew up in an orphanage.

As she grew older, it was time for her to leave the orphanage and support herself.

Through the orphanage director's introduction, she came to Kunlin to work as an intern at the home of a renowned botanist, Professor Chen. The director promised her that once her internship was completed, she could return to work at the orphanage.

Professor Chen's home is on a small island, hidden in a huge botanical garden. Apart from students coming to class on a daily basis, most of the time only Professor Chen and his daughter An'an are in the botanical garden.

An'an was responsible for all of Professor Chen's daily life, while Professor Chen focused on taking care of all the plants in the botanical garden.

An'an had almost no friends, so the arrival of Li Ming, who was about the same age as her, was undoubtedly a very happy thing for her. She even prepared a room for Li Ming because she wanted him to be happy.

Professor Chen didn't have any special feelings towards Li Ming, this "intruder." In fact, Li Ming was severely reprimanded by Professor Chen once for mistaking aconite for he shou wu in class.

Li Ming was both ashamed and angry, and went to the train station with his luggage.

An'an, who happened to witness the entire process of her father scolding Li Ming, also came to the train station. With An'an's encouragement, Li Ming did not leave and returned to the botanical garden.

As they spent more time together, the two girls grew closer through their daily laughter and playful interactions.

They went up the mountain together to find medicinal herbs and dig for ginseng. An'an would subconsciously protect Li Ming, who was new to the area, while climbing the mountain, and Li Ming would start helping An'an with housework.

Gradually, their feelings for each other changed... (End of Chapter)