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

Chen Xingzhou smiled, just watching her rambling on and on.

Zhou Huifen's gaze immediately fell on the shoes he was carrying, and she realized that they were specially bought for her. She immediately began to scold him playfully:

"You're back, so why waste money like this? Mom has piles of shoes, more than you can wear, you know?"

Chen Xingzhou didn't call Zhou Huifen out on what she was saying, and casually handed her the shoes.

His family is actually considered well-off, but his parents have always been reluctant to buy clothes and shoes. Sometimes his mother even wears shoes that he can no longer wear.

"You usually go out for walks and go to the market every day, walking a lot. These shoes have soft soles, so they won't tire your feet."

Holding the shoes, Zhou Huifen felt a warm and tender feeling in her heart. After placing the shoes in the bedroom, she turned and walked towards the kitchen.

"Take a rest first, you must be tired from the flight. I'll make you some food right away."

She quickly tied on her apron and went into the kitchen.

"Okay," Chen Xingzhou nodded, then casually asked, "By the way, Mom, where's Dad? Did he go fishing again?"

"Yeah, your dad went fishing by the river early this morning with his fishing rod. He's been so bored lately, he goes every day."

While busy at work, Zhou Huifen turned around and said, "Give him a call and tell him to come back early, okay?"

Chen Xingzhou leaned against the kitchen doorway and said with a smile, "No need to rush him, let him fish more. I'm not in a hurry. He rarely comes back, let him have his fun."

"That won't do!" Zhou Huifen turned around and glared at him. "You finally came back, how can we let you wait for him? Call him right now!"

After Chen Xingzhou finished his call, Zhou Huifen remembered something and turned back to mutter:

"By the way, your dad listened to your advice and really tried hard to quit smoking. He used to carry a pipe with him every day, but now he carries sunflower seeds and chewing gum instead."

Chen Xingzhou was slightly taken aback and asked, "Really? He used to be such a heavy smoker, how could he resist?"

"Why can't he resist? Quitting won't do him any harm."

"He secretly smoked one a few days ago, and I saw him. I nagged him for a long time, and he threw away the pipe and said he would never smoke again."

She muttered to herself as she chopped vegetables, and soon the sounds of chopping and cooking filled the kitchen.

The once quiet home was suddenly filled with the warmth and aroma of cooking.

……

After finishing his meal, Chen Xingzhou leaned back in his chair in the bedroom when a message popped up on his phone.

Guo Jingyu: [Xingzhou, didn't I tell you before that I would let you know if there was a suitable drama for you? It just so happens that there is a drama that is recruiting recently.]

It's called "Princess Agents," you can try it out first.

Guo Jingyu then sent over a series of internal audition information, including the time and location.

Upon seeing this news, Chen Xingzhou was both delighted and somewhat shocked.

Guo Jingyu said this to him just two days ago, and the news came today?

This luck-boosting ability is a bit too strong, isn't it?

He then replied: "Thanks, producer."

Guo Jingyu: [It's a small matter. The most important thing is that I think you're suitable. Do your best in the audition; I have high hopes for you.]

Chen Xingzhou checked the audition time and location, then put away his phone and began to carefully consider how to portray the character Yan Xun.

Yan Xun is a highly representative "curve-shaped" character in Chinese dramas. There are five key points to playing him well:

Extreme contrast and wide range of roles, top-notch emotional outburst and control, precise micro-expression empathy, noble and domineering aura etched into the bones, sufficient youthful spirit and appropriate age.

Chen Xingzhou previously received the "Micro-expression - Empathy" rating, and given his young age, he is very confident of landing the role.

As he was thinking, another message popped up.

Bai Mengyan: [Xingzhou, has filming wrapped up for *The Legend of the Condor Heroes*? I'll have some free time and come see you!]

Just seeing that sentence, Chen Xingzhou could imagine the expression on her face behind the screen.

However, remembering Meng Ziyi's earlier mention of visiting him in the capital, he rubbed his chin and replied:

Sure, but I'm visiting my parents these next few days. Do you want to come?

Bai Mengyan: [This...this...I...I'm not ready yet, Xingzhou, I'm sorry.]

Chen Xingzhou: [It's okay, I haven't even visited Auntie yet, I should go first.]

Chen Xingzhou: [If you want to come see me, then come to Kyoto on the 26th of this month. I'll be all clean and ready for my silly girl's arrival.]

Bai Mengyan: [What did you say...shy.jpg.]

The two chatted for a while longer, and then Chen Xingzhou put away his phone and began to think about auditioning for Yan Xun.

boom--

Just as he was thinking carefully, the door to the room was suddenly pushed open with tremendous force.

He immediately turned around and saw Tian Xiwei running in, wearing the Tongliang Middle School uniform.

Her cheeks were flushed from running, her forehead was covered in a fine layer of sweat, her high ponytail swung lightly, and she still held a pen that she hadn't put down yet.

Without any hesitation, she went straight to Chen Xingzhou, like a kitten clinging to its owner for affection, her tone tinged with a hint of complaint:

"Brother Xingzhou! You came back without telling me! If Aunt Zhou hadn't called me, I would still be completely in the dark!"

Before he could reply, she pulled up a chair and sat down right next to him.

The next second, she narrowed her almond-shaped eyes and said blankly, "By the way, a while ago, Sister Ziyi messaged me and asked me to be your love strategist."

She deliberately emphasized the word "older sister" and continued, "Does she really consider me her younger sister? I just wonder if you feel the same way~."

Brother Xingzhou~ How's your relationship going? Is Sister Ziyi going to be my sister-in-law in the future?

Listening to her string of words, Chen Xingzhou helplessly rubbed his forehead.

He knew Tian Xiwei would react this way when he got home.

He gently tapped Tian Xiwei's forehead, his tone soft: "You've been focusing all your attention on this, haven't you?"

"Ziyi and I are just friends, why is there so much nonsense?"

Tian Xiwei pouted and turned her head away from him. "Hmph, that's for the best."

Chen Xingzhou ruffled her high ponytail and glanced at Tian Xiwei's wish on the system panel:

[I hope I can get into the Shanghai Theatre Academy; I hope Xingzhou can spend a few more days with me, tutor me for the college entrance exam, and stop thinking about auditions and other women.]

Yan Xun's audition is in a few days, so it would be nice to spend these next few days with her.

He immediately reassured her, "Alright, stop focusing on these things all day. Focus on preparing for the exam. I happen to be free these next couple of days, so I can help you with your studies."

"Really?!" Tian Xiwei stared at Chen Xingzhou with wide eyes, and immediately wrapped her arms around his.

Feeling the soft touch on his arm, Chen Xingzhou raised an eyebrow, glanced at Tian Xiwei, and nodded: "Of course."

"Very good!"

Tian Xiwei smiled broadly, dimples appearing on her face, and she tugged at Chen Xingzhou's arm twice.