In America, the Best Actor award starts with stereotypes.

Early April, Sydney.

The forests are ablaze with color, and the whole city is ablaze with red leaves.

This is Sydney's peak tourist season, but Chen Zhuo didn't have the chance to visit or enjoy the sights.

After just one day of rest, he went straight to Fox Studios.

Compared to the prosperity and hustle and bustle of Hollywood, this newly built "Southern Hemisphere Hollywood" appears quiet and closed off, filled with a cold and avant-garde atmosphere.

The massive gray concrete park resembles a newly manufactured industrial module, exuding a futuristic feel throughout.

It's no wonder that so many science fiction movies choose to film here.

Chen Zhuo, dressed in a dark gray work uniform, sat quietly in the waiting area.

At this moment, a dialogue scene between Morpheus and Neo is being filmed in the studio.

Neo made no expression; he simply lay there on his side, exuding an inexplicable sense of coldness and loneliness.

Without any prior context, even just looking at this one scene, people would perceive him as a confused, mysterious young man with a story to tell.

That's what makes Keanu Reeves unique; while most actors play a role, he's being himself.

That unique charisma is simply impossible to imitate.

I wonder how my "Mysterious Man (Blue)" entry conveys a sense of mystery and story, and how it differs from his.

Chen Zhuo picked up a mirror, his gaze gradually deepening.

He stared at himself in the mirror, his gaze gradually breaking, as if piercing through time and space, having a conversation with himself across time.

That sense of detachment and loneliness made him feel somewhat sad.

It has lost some of its aloofness, but gained a touch of loneliness.

So this is what a story feels like?

No, it seems that adjustments can be made based on the performance.

Chen Zhuo thought for a moment, put down the mirror, and suddenly a bald man appeared beside him.

"Hey George, you got Alicia with this trick, didn't you?"

This is Joe Pantoliano, the actor who plays Cipher.

Although he looks like a bad guy, he is actually a nice person with a good personality.

"No, that's not it."

Chen Zhuo shook his head.

"So it's all because of your pretty face, right?"

Pantoliano stared at Chen Zhuo for a moment: "Speaking of which, you seem even more handsome than when I saw you in Los Angeles. Is this the nourishment of love? What a lucky lad."

Chen Zhuo blinked. Since unlocking the [Peerless Beauty (Purple)] entry, he had also noticed the changes in himself.

Besides the immediate change in his demeanor, his appearance also underwent subtle and gradual changes over the following period.

Although his skin did not turn white, it appeared healthier and more radiant, and his facial features became more defined.

If he was previously rated 85 points for looks, he's now rated 95 points.

"Perhaps, Mr. Pantoliano. I think you would be much more handsome if you weren't bald."

"What's the use of being handsome? I'm already married anyway, so I might as well act like a bad guy and get more roles."

"But it can't be too scary, can it? You can't be like Anthony Hopkins and scare all your girlfriends away."

Is that true?

Pantoliano was taken aback; he had never heard of it before.

"Chen, it's your turn." The script supervisor interrupted their quiet conversation.

Chen Zhuo looked up and met Keanu Reeves' lonely black eyes.

He knew that Keanu Reeves was in great shape at that moment.

Acting out scenes in these moments is both a challenge and a pleasure.

Chen Zhuo took a deep breath and stood up.

In my mind, a host of terms flashed before my eyes.

As he walked step by step into the set, his demeanor changed.

The relaxed feeling of sitting in the audience gradually faded, replaced by a sense of calm and reliability, as if one could entrust their back to him at any time.

"Action!"

Chen Zhuo pushed open the dilapidated iron gate.

Inside the door, Keanu Reeves was sitting with his knees drawn up to his chest. He looked up at Chen Zhuo with a cold gaze and remained silent.

Good morning! Did you sleep well last night?

Chen Zhuo gave a friendly smile.

Keanu Reeves didn't reply, but simply shook his head, exuding an aura of loneliness.

Chen Zhuo did not remain standing still. He slowly took a small step forward, leaned slightly forward, and moved closer to Keanu Reeves.

At this moment, their positions changed.

After he lowered his head and leaned forward, Keanu Reeves was no longer looking up at him; instead, the two maintained a near eye-level gaze, and the distance between them shortened considerably.

He flashed his white teeth, still sporting that friendly smile, but the change in position gave off a special sense of security.

"You'll be able to sleep tonight, I promise."

As Chen Zhuo spoke, he extended his hand.

"I am Tank, your operator."

Their eyes met in mid-air, and their hands clasped together.

Keanu Reeves' next line was supposed to be asking Chen Zhuo why there were no groin holes on his arm.

But when he saw Chen Zhuo's eyes, he was stunned for a moment.

Those eyes...

There was no scrutiny, no pity, and not even expectation.

There was only pure goodwill and a sense of equality like that of good friends.

"Thanks."

Although Keanu Reeves still didn't smile, his expression was much more relaxed.

This line was not originally in the script.

His tone shifted naturally from the originally intended coldness and loneliness to a relaxed feeling of initial integration into the group.

The director paused for a moment behind the monitor.

Should we change the wording at the last minute?

But he didn't call it a day.

Although it wasn't written like that in the script, this natural feeling is what touches the audience the most.

Chen Zhuo did not panic because of the last-minute change of lyrics. Instead, he squatted down next to Keanu Reeves.

His gaze was deep, carrying a hint of reminiscence and pride, allowing that sense of mystery to envelop him.

"No, as a child of Zion, I should be the one thanking you."

"Zion?"

"When the war is won, Zion will rejoice."

Before they knew it, their lines had returned to the script.

"Okay! Cut!"

The director's voice was filled with satisfaction, "Keep this take for now, let's hurry up and do another one."

"Chen, you really are a reliable person."

Keanu Reeves reached out his hand to Chen Zhuo, who was squatting down.

Chen Zhuo blinked. Just now, he saw Keanu Reeves seem to have a slight smile on his lips.

In the blink of an eye, it disappeared again.

But the system doesn't lie.

Within the favorability rating system, Keanu Reeves' favorability rating has increased from 32 initially to 35 now.

This guy is really quiet and reserved.

But this is not his fault; everyone's personality is formed by their life experiences from childhood.

The blame mainly lies with his parents.

Chen Zhuo took Reeves' hand and was pulled up by him.

If I can take this opportunity to become good friends with him...

Does this mean there will be no more "Sad Keanu Reeves" in the future?

Chen Zhuo seemed to be deep in thought.