Huayu 16: I Became the Dream-Fulfilling Master for Young Actresses

Chen Xingzhou reached out and pressed on Meng Ziyi's lower back: "When you turn around, don't put all your weight on the balls of your feet. Use this area to generate power, and let your upper body move with your hands."

"Mmm..." Meng Ziyi blushed slightly and obediently adjusted according to his instructions. Sure enough, her movements became much smoother.

Chen Xingxu, watching from the side, nodded in agreement and leaned over to say with a smile, "Brother Zhou is the most professional."

Just then, Old Zhou came back after finishing his cigarette, clapped his hands, and said:

"Xingzhou, you have many scenes with Xingxu, so take this opportunity to go over your fight routine together."

The two walked to the middle and picked up the prop sword.

When Lao Zhou shouted the clapper, the two of them moved at the same time.

Chen Xingxu's foundation was not bad, but compared to Chen Xingzhou, the difference was obvious.

Chen Xingzhou's every movement carried an indescribable charm, not just simple speed and precision.

After a dozen or so moves, Chen Xingxu stopped, catching his breath while supporting his knees, his face full of admiration:

"Brother Zhou, how did you do that turn around and catch the sword strike? It looked awkward to me."

Chen Xingzhou slowed down and demonstrated: "Don't flip your wrist too early, wait until your body is in position before flipping it."

Chen Xing tried it twice more and got it right away. He immediately gave a thumbs up: "Awesome! Brother Zhou, you must have practiced seriously before, right?"

"I've practiced a little," Chen Xingzhou said casually.

"That's more than just a little."

In the evening, after finishing their practice, the group packed up their belongings.

Chen Xingxu picked up his bag and waved his car keys at Chen Xingzhou and Meng Ziyi: "How are you two getting back?"

"Let's take a taxi," Meng Ziyi said.

"Why take a taxi? I ​​drove here, I'll give you a ride. Come on, grab some noodles while you're at it, I know a good place."

Meng Ziyi glanced at Chen Xingzhou first, and seeing that he didn't object, she smiled and nodded: "Okay, then thank you for your trouble."

The three of them left the rehearsal hall. The evening in Hengdian in March was still cool. When the wind blew, Meng Ziyi subconsciously shrank his neck.

Chen Xingxu walked ahead to find the car, while Meng Ziyi and Chen Xingzhou lagged behind a few steps.

"Chen Xingxu is quite easy to get along with," Meng Ziyi said casually, slowing her pace.

"Yeah, she's quite outgoing," Chen Xingzhou replied, his tone flat.

"I talk more than you," she added with a smile.

Chen Xingzhou glanced at her sideways, then answered calmly without a trace of displeasure: "With him on set, things are definitely much more lively."

His calmness surprised Meng Ziyi.

……

Evening, in the hotel room.

After taking a bath, Meng Ziyi lay on the bed wrapped in a bathrobe.

She closed her eyes, ready to sleep, when the words she had spoken during the day suddenly popped into her head.

Then she sat up abruptly.

wrong.

Why did she blurt out that Chen Xingxu talked more than him?

Could he mistakenly think that she finds Chen Xingxu more interesting?

It's all over, it ......

She grabbed her phone, opened Chen Xingzhou's chat window, and hovered her finger above the screen for a long time.

Should I just say, "Don't misunderstand"?

But that's so strange, especially since he didn't seem to care at all at the time.

After agonizing over it, staring at the screen for a long time, she finally typed a few words randomly and sent them:

Don't be late tomorrow.

After sending the message, she immediately threw her phone aside, pulled the blanket over her head, and buried her face in it, wailing softly:

"Aaaaaah... Meng Ziyi, what are you doing?!"

Suddenly, she thought of Chen Xingzhou's private tutoring today.

The warmth of his palm on the back of her hand, the gentle pressure he applied as he adjusted her posture by supporting her lower back.

And there was the ticklish feeling when he leaned close to her to explain the scene, his breath gently brushing against her ear.

Even though it was just normal acting guidance, when she thought about it late at night, she felt her whole body getting hot and her heart pounding wildly.

She belatedly covered her face, her mind filled with the focused look in Chen Xingzhou's eyes as he looked down at her.

Meng Ziyi blushed, wrapped herself in the blanket, curled up, and unconsciously slid her fingers to her thighs.

……

The next morning, Chen Xingzhou raised an eyebrow as he looked at Meng Ziyi, who had slightly dark circles under her eyes.

Did that kid go steal chickens last night?

Sensing Chen Xingzhou's gaze, Meng Ziyi's eyes darted around.

But then he thought about how he didn't even know what he had done, so why was he being so cowardly?

She looked up at Chen Xingzhou and stubbornly said:

"What's wrong, Chen Xingzhou? I... I practiced swordsmanship for a while after I got back yesterday, isn't it normal to have some dark circles under my eyes?"

"That's perfectly normal."

Chen Xingzhou nodded.

However, upon noticing her trembling thighs, he touched his nose and then subtly averted his gaze.

"That works, doesn't it?!" Meng Ziyi said, arms crossed.

After saying that, she walked towards the rehearsal hall. "Let's go, it's time to practice."

Chen Xingzhou smiled as he watched Meng Ziyi walk away.

Could it really be what he thinks? However, his investigation authority is still pending, so it's not easy for him to investigate her yet.

Suddenly, a message popped up on his phone.

Bai Mengyan: [Xingzhou, have you been particularly busy lately? You haven't told me what you've been doing, but don't overwork yourself.]

I miss you so much. When can you come see me? Even just for a short while would be fine.

Upon seeing this message, Chen Xingzhou paused, his gaze softening slightly.

He has already landed the role of Guo Jing; he hadn't visited her before because he was too busy.

I've practiced enough now, so I really need to find some time to go see her and fulfill her wish.

He typed back: "[Mengyan, I'm free for a bit now, I'll be there in about two and a half hours.]"

Really? That's great! Be careful on the road, drive slowly.

Seeing how gentle and considerate this girl was, Chen Xingzhou felt a warmth in his heart.

This girl is still the same; she works so hard, yet she keeps it all to herself and instead shows concern for him.

He replied: 【Don't worry.】

Putting away his phone, Chen Xingzhou headed towards the rehearsal hall.

Seeing Old Zhou smoking by the door, he immediately walked over and said:

"Director, I have something to take care of and may need to ask for a day off."

"Are you taking leave?" Old Zhou blew the cigarette out the window and turned to look at Chen Xingzhou.

He assumed Chen Xingzhou needed to adjust his state, so he immediately nodded, "Okay, Xingzhou, go ahead."

Although he was just a martial arts instructor, it was only a one-day leave, so it could still be approved.

"Thanks for the guidance," Chen Xingzhou said, and walked outside.

He had only taken a few steps when he encountered Meng Ziyi, who was carrying a bottle of mineral water.

Seeing him walk away, Meng Ziyi immediately said, "Chen Xingzhou, where are you going? Aren't you going to practice?"

Chen Xingzhou didn't stop walking and replied, "I need to take leave. I have some personal business to attend to and will be away for a day."

"Personal matter? What personal matter?" Before Chen Xingzhou could speak, she continued, "But if you leave, who will teach me swordsmanship? I haven't learned it yet..."

Upon hearing this, Old Zhou couldn't hold back any longer: "If Xingzhou leaves, I'm still here! I'm the martial arts instructor!"

Hearing Lao Zhou's complaints, Meng Ziyi finally realized what was happening, and her face turned bright red.

She stood there awkwardly, clutching the bottled water, speechless for a long time.

Chen Xingzhou smiled at her, didn't answer, and walked straight out.

Meng Ziyi stood there, watching Chen Xingzhou's departing figure, her little mouth immediately drooping.

Only after Chen Xingzhou was out of sight did she come to her senses and look at Lao Zhou:

"Then teach me again, I still didn't understand what you just said."

Old Zhou smiled helplessly, but still began teaching.

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