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Time flew by during the intensive filming.

Winter is getting colder, but the heat on the set of "Brotherhood of Blades" remains undiminished.

The production was progressing faster than expected, and Lu Yang smiled more often.

Chen Nianbei's scenes have been mostly filmed.

The romantic scenes are with Ye Qing, who plays Zhang Yan, a girl working at a medical clinic.

These scenes may not be many, but they are very important.

That was one of the few bright spots in Jin Yichuan's bleak life.

Ye Qing was a little nervous on the day they filmed their first romantic scene.

She was a few years older than Chen Nian and had acted in some dramas, but she felt a little uncertain in the face of this newcomer who was praised by directors and seniors.

As a result, after filming the scene, she found that Chen Nianbei's reaction was particularly "right".

It wasn't the kind of affection that was deliberately created, but rather the gentleness that Jin Yichuan should have.

There was a light in his eyes when he looked at Zhang Yan, but it was a faint light, like a candle flame in the wind, which could be extinguished at any moment.

He speaks very softly because it is difficult for tuberculosis patients to speak.

In one scene, Zhang Yan is preparing medicine for him, and Jin Yichuan is sitting in the clinic, watching her back.

That scene had no dialogue; it relied entirely on the eyes.

Chen Nianbei's approach was to look first, then lower his head slightly, a faint smile appearing at the corner of his mouth, but that smile quickly disappeared, turning into a deep sorrow.

Behind the monitor, Lu Yang said to the assistant director, "This kid can act in tragedies. He knows how to shatter beautiful things for people to see."

After filming, Ye Qing told Chen Nianbei privately, "It was very comfortable acting opposite you. The rhythm you provided was excellent."

Chen Nianbei just smiled and said, "Sister Ye Qing acted very well too."

They also filmed quite a few action scenes.

Jin Yichuan's action scenes are not long, but every scene is filled with a sense of "desperation".

When tuberculosis patients fight, it's not about being cool; it's about risking their lives.

Chen Nianbei grasped this point extremely accurately.

Martial arts instructor Zhao now treats him like one of his own, often patting him on the shoulder and saying, "You're a natural-born kid."

The crew members gradually became familiar with each other.

Zhang Zhen plays Shen Lian, Jin Yichuan's second brother in the drama.

He doesn't talk much, but he's very serious. He always rehearses silently before filming.

Chen Nianbei didn't disturb them and just watched from the side.

Zhang Zhen finished practicing, turned around and saw him, paused for a moment, then laughed: "Trying to steal my skills?"

"Study," Chen Nianbei said honestly.

Zhang Zhen walked over and looked him up and down: "Director Lu said you're a good actor, and I didn't quite believe it at first, but after watching you for a while, I can tell you're really good."

"You flatter me, Teacher Zhang."

"Don't be modest," Zhang Zhen waved his hand, "You played Jin Yichuan very well."

Wang Qianyuan truly regarded Chen Nianbei as a younger brother, often pulling him aside to discuss plays.

Once, while filming a scene between Lu Jianxing and Jin Yichuan, Wang Qianyuan added a line on the spot: "With your body, you shouldn't push yourself too hard."

This line wasn't in the script, but it was added exceptionally well.

The eldest brother's concern for his third brother is all contained in this sentence.

After filming that scene, Wang Qianyuan shared his experience with Chen Nianbei: "Acting can't just be about following the script; you also have to figure out the relationships between the characters."

Lu Jianxing is the eldest brother; seeing Jin Yichuan looking so sickly, he must be heartbroken.

Chen Nianbei took notes carefully.

Zhou Yiwei is a drama fanatic and often pulls Chen Nianbei aside to discuss the relationship between Ding Xiu and Jin Yichuan.

He once said, "I think Ding Xiu is actually quite envious of Jin Yichuan."

Although Jin Yichuan was ill, he at least had a legitimate identity, brothers, and a girl he liked.

What does Ding Xiu have? Nothing.

Chen Nianbei hadn't considered this angle, but upon reflection, it made sense.

……

The days passed by in this busy routine.

By the end of January, filming for "Brotherhood of Blades" was nearing its end.

Jin Yichuan only has two scenes left to film.

One of the three brothers confronted each other – Shen Lian admitted that he had let Wei Zhongxian go.

One of them is Jin Yichuan's fate.

We need to finish filming by tomorrow.

These two scenes are very important.

In the morning, we were to film the three brothers confronting each other in a guesthouse room. Shen Lian revealed the truth, and Jin Yichuan's reaction was difficult to act.

He was shocked by his second brother's actions, but also understood his brother's predicament, and had to suppress the discomfort of his own illness.

The emotions are layered, each line more difficult to act than the last.

After finishing work in the evening, Chen Nianbei did not go straight back to the hotel, but stayed on set and sat in the inn scene that had been set up.

The props team has already set up the scene.

A table, three chairs, and an oil lamp.

Tomorrow during filming, the lighting technician will dim the lights to create a somber atmosphere.

Chen Nianbei sat in the seat that Jin Yichuan was supposed to sit in, closed her eyes, and rehearsed the scene in her mind.

The difficulty of this scene lies in the "conclusion".

Jin Yichuan can't have too many emotions; he's an introverted person and also a patient.

But you can't hide it too much; you have to let the audience see the turmoil in his heart.

It's difficult to strike the right balance.

Chen Nianbei rehearsed in her mind over and over again.

Shen Lian said, "Wei Zhongxian is not dead."

How should Jin Yichuan react?

First, I was stunned, then incredulous, and then... was it disappointment? Or understanding?

The script reads, "Jin Yichuan remained silent and lowered his head."

But Chen Nianbei felt it wasn't enough.

Jin Yichuan should have a subtle change in expression.

From shock to disappointment, and then to a deep sense of exhaustion.

That kind of "I see, no wonder" kind of weariness.

He took out his notebook and, in the dim light of the film set, wrote down a few keywords:

"His breathing stopped for a second, his pupils contracted slightly, his fingers unconsciously dug at the edge of the table, then he let go, and his shoulders slumped."

After finishing writing, he wondered again, what kind of feelings does Jin Yichuan have for his second brother?

It's respect, it's dependence, it's taking the second brother as a role model.

Now that this role model has fallen, what should he do?

Chen Nianbei suddenly remembered something she had experienced in her past life.

One of the veteran actors he respected was later embroiled in a scandal.

At that moment, he didn't feel anger, but rather an indescribable disappointment and loss.

Perhaps Jin Yichuan is like that too.

Just then, I heard footsteps behind me.

Chen Nianbei turned around and saw Zhang Zhen and Wang Qianyuan walking over.

"I knew you'd be here."

Wang Qianyuan said, carrying a plastic bag, "I brought you a late-night snack."

Zhang Zhen sat down opposite Chen Nianbei, looking at the oil lamp on the table: "Putting your mind on the play?"

"Hmm." Chen Nianbei nodded. "I'm a little unsure about tomorrow's scene."

"What part are you unsure about?" Zhang Zhen asked.

"Jin Yichuan's reaction."

Chen Nianbei said, "How shocked? How disappointed must he have been? Or... did he actually already guess?"

Zhang Zhen and Wang Qianyuan exchanged a glance.

"What do you think?" Zhang Zhen asked in return.

Chen Nianbei thought for a moment: "I think he might have vaguely sensed that something was wrong, but he was unwilling to believe it."

Now that my second brother has said it himself, he's being forced to face reality.

Wang Qianyuan nodded: "That's the right understanding. Jin Yichuan isn't stupid; he can sense that his second brother is hiding something from them."

"So, that scene tomorrow,"

Zhang Zhen continued, "In Jin Yichuan's shock, there should be a hint of relief, like 'I knew it.'"

It's not that I didn't think of it at all, it's just that I didn't want to think about it.

Chen Nianbei's eyes lit up: "Yes, that's it!"

Wang Qianyuan opened the plastic bag, inside were three servings of fried noodles: "Eat first, we can chat while we eat."

The three of them ate a late-night snack in the inn by the light of an oil lamp.

The fried noodles were still hot, and their aroma filled the air.

While eating, Zhang Zhen said, "I'm also under a lot of pressure for tomorrow's scene."

Shen Lian's decision ruined everything for the three brothers.

Wang Qianyuan said, "Lu Jianxing's reaction is easy to act; he's just angry and feels betrayed. But Jin Yichuan... will be more complex."

Chen Nianbei listened silently.

After finishing their late-night snack, Zhang Zhen and Wang Qianyuan left first.

Chen Nianbei remained alone in the scene and sat there for a while longer.

He took out his phone, checked the time: 10:30 p.m.

Naza probably hasn't gone to sleep yet.

He sent a text message: "Are you asleep?"

A few seconds later, Naza replied, "Not yet, just got back to the hotel. How was your filming today?"

"We're shooting the main scene tomorrow, so I'll work on it out on set tonight," Chen Nianbei typed.

"What play?"

Chen Nianbei gave Nazha a brief explanation.

Naza replied, "Don't be afraid, you can definitely act well."

"You trust me that much?"

"Yes," Naza said, "you are Chen Nianbei, you can definitely play the role well."

Chen Nianbei smiled and typed, "How about you? How's filming going?"

"I'm exhausted. Jackie Chan is so strict; we have to film a single scene more than ten times. But he's a really nice guy; he teaches me personally."

"That's good."

"Oh, right."

Naza suddenly said, "I heard from others that casting for 'Gu Jian Qi Tan' seems to be starting soon. How's your audition preparation going?"

Chen Nianbei paused.

He was so busy with "Brotherhood of Blades" that he almost forgot about this.

"We haven't started preparing yet," he said honestly.

"Then you'd better hurry."

Naza said, "I heard that many people are vying for the role of Ling Yue."

"Okay," Chen Nianbei said. "We'll get ready once we finish filming here."

The two chatted for a few more minutes, then Naza said she was going to sleep because she had to get up early the next day.

Chen Nianbei replied with "Goodnight" and put away her phone.

He looked back at the inn scene.

The light from the oil lamp flickered, casting swaying shadows on the wall.

Tomorrow, the main event.

He has to act well.