Entertainment Industry: I am a top-tier movie star

The next morning, the air in Hengdian was still chilly with the lingering effects of spring.

The conference room that the film crew had booked was already full of people, and the heating was on full blast.

Directors Huang Junwen and Liang Shengquan sat at the head of the long table, with the producer, screenwriter, and other key members of the creative team sitting around them.

The actors sat on either side according to the importance of their roles.

Chen Nianbei's seat was relatively close to the front, next to Li Yifeng, who played Baili Tusu, and diagonally across the table was Dilraba.

She was wearing a cream-colored knitted sweater today, and her long hair was loosely braided, making her look gentle and fresh. When she saw Chen Nianbei come in, her eyes lit up slightly, and she nodded gently.

Not long after, Yang Mi walked in.

She was wrapped in a well-tailored camel coat, and her sunglasses were pushed up to her head, revealing her bright and flamboyant face.

As one of the investors and a special guest star in "Gu Jian Qi Tan", her appearance attracted a lot of attention.

Good morning, Director Huang, Director Liang, and everyone.

Yang Mi greeted everyone with a smile, her voice clear and crisp, exuding a natural aura.

Her gaze swept across the conference room, passing over the main actors, lingering a moment longer on Chen Nianbei's face, her smile seeming to deepen slightly, before she sat down in the reserved seat.

Director Huang said a few polite words, and the reading session officially began.

From the very first scene, the actors read the script aloud section by section.

The atmosphere was relatively calm at first.

Li Yifeng's portrayal of Baili Tusu involves a deliberate attempt to lower his voice to create a cold and aloof demeanor, but his breath control is occasionally unsteady, making it seem somewhat forced.

The performances of the young supporting actors were also mediocre, ranging from tense to bland.

When the plot progressed to the daily life in Tianyong City, and it was Ling Yue, played by Chen Nianbei, who spoke for the first time to admonish his junior brother, everyone was somewhat surprised.

Chen Nianbei did not deliberately raise his voice; his voice was clear and steady, yet it possessed a steadfast and unwavering strength.

Through his voice alone, the image of Ling Yue—dignified, composed, and kind-hearted—is vividly portrayed.

Director Huang Junwen, who was originally leaning back in his chair, unconsciously leaned forward slightly.

He stared at Chen Nianbei, a look of surprise flashing in his eyes.

He knew the kid was a good actor during the audition, but in this kind of rehearsal situation that relies purely on voice and intonation, the other person's performance exceeded his expectations.

Director Liang smiled, nodded from time to time, and occasionally turned his head to whisper to the screenwriter next to him, clearly approving of Chen Nianbei's performance.

Dilraba sat opposite, almost forgetting that she also had lines to say.

She placed her hands on the script, her eyes fixed on Chen Nianbei.

He lowered his eyes slightly to look at the script, his profile clearly defined, his expression focused.

That steady and powerful voice seemed to possess a magical quality, completely drawing her into the atmosphere of Tianyong City.

She recalled his words about understanding the role during dinner last night, which were now fully expressed in his voice.

Yang Mi, who was sitting diagonally opposite Chen Nianbei, raised her eyebrows slightly.

She acknowledges Chen Nianbei's acting skills, having learned about them from the performance and from Dilraba's words.

But her performance in the reading session was still somewhat unexpected.

There are many male actors in the entertainment industry with nice voices, but it is rare to see a young man in his early twenties deliver lines with such depth and emotion.

She thought of the new talents her studio had just signed, and compared them to Chen Nianbei in front of her, and couldn't help but click her tongue in disapproval.

It was a real loss that we didn't sign that kid back then.

She picked up the coffee cup in front of her, took a sip, and a hint of regret appeared in her eyes.

The reading session continued.

Chen Nianbei's performance has consistently remained at a high level.

Whether it was his respectful yet assertive manner when speaking with his master, or his complex interactions with Baili Tusu later on, which were both like brother and friend, he was able to convey these emotions precisely through subtle changes in tone and rhythm.

What's even more commendable is that when he acts with other actors, his reactions and responses are extremely natural, quickly drawing his co-stars into the scene and subtly enhancing the overall effect.

When it was Dilraba's turn to act opposite Chen Nianbei, Dilraba was visibly nervous, and her voice was slightly strained.

After Chen Nianbei finished reading his lines, he looked up at her with a calm and gentle gaze, as if to comfort her.

Reba felt inexplicably at ease. She took a deep breath and when she spoke again, the charming naiveté and dependence that belonged to Fuqu naturally flowed out.

The two exchanged lines much more smoothly than expected.

Director Liang looked at it and nodded.

A good actor who can also elevate their co-stars is a pillar of strength on set.

The morning's reading session ended in a tense yet efficient atmosphere.

Director Liang gave a brief summary, specifically mentioning that "some actors were very well prepared and deserve praise." Although he did not explicitly point his gaze at anyone, everyone knew who it was.

Lunch was a simple boxed meal for the film crew.

Ma Tianyu and Li Yifeng huddled next to Chen Nianbei, asking him questions while eating, their attitudes warm and friendly.

Chen Nianbei handled the situation appropriately, neither being overly cold nor overly enthusiastic.

Yang Mi, carrying a lunchbox and accompanied by her assistant, passed by their table, paused, and smiled at Chen Nianbei, saying:

"Nianbei, long time no see, you did a great job."

The sound wasn't loud, but it was loud enough for several people nearby to hear.

"Thank you, Sister Honey," Chen Nianbei replied politely.

Yang Mi nodded, said nothing more, and gracefully left.

But the appreciation in his tone undoubtedly added to Chen Nianbei's importance in the crew.

The afternoon was for makeup trials and photo shoots.

The dressing room was bustling with noise and filled with the smells of hairspray and foundation.

Chen Nianbei's makeup and hair took quite a while.

The appearance of the senior disciple of Tianyong City emphasizes "uprightness and integrity".

When he finally got dressed and walked out of the dressing room toward the photography studio, the staff who saw him along the way couldn't help but slow down.

His blue and white robes, typical of high-ranking disciples of Tianyong City, accentuated his tall and straight figure.

With calm and deep eyes and slightly pursed lips, he exudes an aura of unapproachable dignity and a composure beyond his years simply by standing there.

Dilraba had just finished creating the adorable lotus pose when she caught a glimpse of Chen Nianbei walking by in the mirror, and she froze.

She could imagine that Chen Nianbei's ancient costume look wouldn't be bad, but the impact of seeing it in person was still very strong.

The solemn Taoist robe he wore did not make him look old; on the contrary, it amplified his unique aloofness and righteousness to the extreme.

Yang Mi has just finished trying on her own look and is discussing the details with the stylist.

When she looked up and saw Chen Nianbei walking by, an undisguised look of amazement flashed across her eyes.

She has worked with countless handsome men and beautiful women, but those with Chen Nianbei's temperament are extremely rare.

In particular, the "righteousness" and "stability" that emanate from within are rare qualities among young actors.

She crossed her arms, looked Chen Nianbei up and down a few times, and couldn't help but laugh and praise him loudly:

"Great! This look is amazing! Nianbei, the moment you step out as Ling Yue, the senior brother's aura is confirmed! Director Huang, Director Liang, you've really struck gold this time!"

Her words were straightforward and resounding, carrying her characteristic frankness, praising both Chen Nianbei and the director.

Huang Junwen and Liang Shengquan were not far away, and they looked over when they heard this.

Huang Junwen smiled, a rare sight on his face, and nodded: "It's not bad."

Liang Shengquan even shouted directly to the photographer, "Shoot Ling Yue first! He's in perfect condition!"

Chen Nianbei stood in front of the camera, the lights shining on him.

He quickly got into character, requiring little guidance from the photographer. Sometimes he stood with his hands behind his back, gazing into the distance; sometimes he held a long sword, his brows conveying authority; sometimes he lowered his eyes, deep in thought with concern in his expression…

Every pose is natural and fluid, showcasing Ling Yue's different facets of his temperament to the fullest.

The photographer kept pressing the shutter button and shouting.

"Good!" "Keep it up!" "Great!"

Dilraba waited in the distance, her gaze fixed on the figure bathed in light.

That focus, professionalism, and the captivating charm of being in character made the feelings in her heart grow quietly like a spring stream.

Yang Mi watched Chen Nianbei, who was posing confidently in front of the camera, then glanced at Dilraba not far away. Her eyes narrowed slightly. It seemed she needed to find an opportunity to talk to Dilraba, otherwise…

The photoshoot went exceptionally smoothly.

When Chen Nianbei changed back into casual clothes, washed off his makeup, and transformed back into that refreshing young man, the aura of "Ling Yue" on his body slowly dissipated.

A cool night breeze blew as Chen Nianbei returned to her hotel room alone.

He opened his notebook and took one last look at the script for tomorrow's shoot.

His phone screen lit up with a message from Nazha, asking how his first day on set went.

He simply replied, "It's alright, it went quite smoothly."

There was another new message from Wang Churan, containing only one sentence:

"Brother Nianbei, I've registered at school, and everything is going smoothly so far."

As Chen Nianbei looked at the message, the image of that bright and beautiful girl appeared before his eyes.

He replied with "Keep it up".

He put down his phone and looked out the window.

The filming of "Gu Jian Qi Tan" will officially begin tomorrow when the sun rises.

The story of Ling Yue is about to unfold.