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

Her fair face pressed tightly against Chen Xingzhou's arm, a sweet smile on her lips, like a triumphant kitten.

A while later, Tian Xiwei returned home, slammed her workbook on the table, and handed a pen to Chen Xingzhou:

"From now on, you're my personal tutor, so don't get distracted!"

As she spoke, she deliberately wrinkled her nose: "If you dare to get distracted by thinking about other people, I'll tell Aunt Zhou right away that you're bullying me and ruining my college entrance exam!"

Chen Xingzhou smiled helplessly at her assertive manner: "Alright, let's look at the questions first."

Tian Xiwei smiled contentedly, snuggling close to him as she listened to his explanation of the knowledge points, occasionally stealing glances at his profile.

A few rays of sunlight shone through the curtains onto the two of them, and Chen Xingzhou's light fragrance lingered in the air, making Tian Xiwei feel sweet inside.

For the next few days, Chen Xingzhou stayed at home and tutored Tian Xiwei.

The little girl seemed to have finally claimed her own treasure, sticking to his side all day long and never leaving his side.

The two chairs were close together, with the exam papers spread out between them. Whenever Chen Xingzhou touched his phone even slightly, she would immediately lean over to check on him.

On the morning of May 25, Chen Xingzhou's luggage was already packed.

The audition is in Kyoto this afternoon, and he has to fly there immediately.

Tian Xiwei waited outside his room early in the morning, her eyes red and swollen.

"Is it really time to leave..." she muttered softly, stepping forward to take his arm, like a kitten reluctant to part with its owner.

"Can't we stay one more day? I still have so many questions to ask you."

"The audition date is set, we can't delay it." Chen Xingzhou ruffled her hair. "Study hard for the exam, and I'll give you a surprise when you get into the Shanghai Theatre Academy."

Upon hearing this, Tian Xiwei's eyes lit up, but she still felt disappointed.

A while later, Tian Xiwei was still worried and insisted on going with Zhou Huifen to take Chen Xingzhou to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport.

Only when she saw him preparing to go through security did she grab the hem of his shirt, her voice complicated:

"Brother Xingzhou, don't forget... I not only want to get into the Shanghai Theatre Academy, I also want to..."

She stopped abruptly halfway through her sentence, and finally just glared at him fiercely: "Just come back sooner rather than later!"

Upon hearing her words, Chen Xingzhou couldn't help but misunderstand.

What else is this girl planning? It can't be that, right?

He nodded, then looked at Zhou Huifen: "Mom, I bought you shoes and clothes, remember to wear them. And the same goes for Dad, please tell him for me."

He actually earned quite a bit of money this time, 60 yuan, and he had considered transferring the money to his parents.

However, after careful consideration, he still felt that this wouldn't work.

He knew their personalities very well, and he figured the money he transferred would probably become his future dowry and money for buying a house.

Since that's the case, why not buy them something they can't refuse?

Zhou Huifen smiled and waved her hand: "I know, Xiao Zhou. Act well, I'll wait until I see you on TV."

"Okay, I'll be going then."

After saying goodbye to the two, Chen Xingzhou turned and walked into the security checkpoint.

The plane took off, broke through the clouds, and flew towards Kyoto.

……

In the afternoon, Chen Xingzhou arrived in Kyoto. After putting his luggage away, he took a taxi straight to the Taiyo Palace Hotel.

Guo Jingyu had already made arrangements with Wu Jinyuan, the director of "Princess Agents," to reserve a priority audition spot for him.

After signing in and verifying his information, Chen Xingzhou sat on the sofa in the waiting room, his phone screen still displaying the message Tian Xiwei had sent that morning.

Almost all of them were nagging him not to get too close to other actresses and to remember to let them know he was safe.

Chen Xingzhou touched his nose, about to reply, when a hearty laugh came from beside him:

"Hey bro, are you here for an audition too? Judging by your demeanor, you're probably not auditioning for Yuwen Huai, right?"

Chen Xingzhou looked up and saw a man wearing a simple black hoodie with a casual air about him.

Chen Xingzhou thought about it carefully for a while and remembered who the other party was.

Isn't this Wang Yanlin, the older brother who was disliked by his own mother and scolded by netizens after filming "Princess Agents"?

However, after "Rebirth in the Ice Lake" was released in 26, he was allowed to return to port.

Chen Xingzhou nodded in response, "I'll try Yan Xun."

"Yan Xun?" Wang Yanlin's eyes lit up, and he patted him on the shoulder. "Not bad, bro! The role of Yan Xun is highly sought after, but the competition is fierce!"

"I'm here to audition for Yuwen Huai. If we both get selected, we'll have plenty of scenes to film together."

"A scene with someone else?" Chen Xingzhou's lips twitched.

He thought of Wang Yanlin's impromptu performance, in which Yuwen Huai stepped on Yan Xun's head with a perverted look on his face.

Does that mean he's going to get stepped on?

Chen Xingzhou is a man of principle; how could he possibly submit to someone else? Unless he gets paid more!

After Chen Xingzhou and Wang Yanlin exchanged a few pleasantries, another light-footed figure walked in, with a bright smile.

As soon as he came in, he approached me familiarly: "Oh, so many competitors? I'm Deng Lun, auditioning for Xiao Ce."

"If you two, one Yan Xun and the other Yuwen Huai, both get together, the three of us will be the 'love-hate' trio from the drama."

The group chatted casually for a few minutes, mostly about their understanding of the characters.

Chen Xingzhou doesn't talk much, but he always manages to pinpoint the core of a character, earning the secret admiration of Wang Yanlin and Deng Lun.

Not long after, the staff called out Chen Xingzhou's name.

Inside the audition room, Wu Jinyuan and the producer sat with Chen Xingzhou's resume in front of them.

The lamp on the table focused on the open space in the center, exuding a professional solemnity.

As Chen Xingzhou entered, the producer remarked, "This is the person recommended by Producer Guo."

Wu Jinyuan nodded, then smiled and looked at Chen Xingzhou, his eyes scrutinizing him:

"Chen Xingzhou, right? Producer Guo had a very good impression of you. Since you're here to audition for the role of Yan Xun, please tell us your understanding of the character."

Chen Xingzhou nodded and said, "I don't think Yan Xun is just a simple 'blackened villain.' He is a person who is pushed along by fate, and he is also a person with flesh and blood, obsessions, and struggles."

In the early stages, he was a dashing and spirited young prince of Yanbei, unaware of intrigue, unwilling to harm the innocent, hopeful for the future, and attached to his family.

But because of the emperor's dream, the Yan family was wiped out.

The Marquis of Dingbei died in battle, and his seven-month pregnant sister was killed by an arrow through the heart, resulting in the deaths of both mother and child.

On the Nine Nether Platform, he watched as his father's head was wantonly humiliated and as his mother smashed her head against a wall to her death.

After the massacre of the entire Jiuyoutai clan, he became a lonely, solitary soul.

He wasn't born a ruthless leader; he simply had no other options but to grit his teeth and become a weapon in his own right.

I didn't want to portray him as a stereotypical ruthless character. I wanted to show his vulnerability, his struggles, and the genuine sincerity that never truly died behind his hatred.

These words were well-organized and accurately captured the core of Yan Xun's character.

A hint of approval flashed in Wu Jinyuan's eyes. He exchanged a glance with the producer and said:

"Well said. It seems you've done a lot of research on the character."

"So, you'll act out a scene right here after the Nine Nether Terrace incident, where Yan Xun gathers his old troops and rebels."