Huayu: That year, I withdrew from the Super Boy competition.

By the end of the morning's physical education class, Su Wei's forehead was already damp with a light sheen of sweat.

His physical coordination isn't bad, but compared to his classmates who have been dancing since childhood, the difference is immediately noticeable.

Others can stretch their legs and bend their backs smoothly, but he can feel his ligaments screaming every inch he pushes down.

Vocal lessons are not easy either.

He has the ability to be fifth in the entire "Super Boy" competition; his pitch and rhythm are both perfect.

But the teacher immediately pointed out that his vocalization was too forward and that he needed to lower his voice to his diaphragm to correct it.

After a class, my lower abdomen was sore and bloated, and even my breathing felt shaky and labored.

Every day, she takes several classes in rotation, including physical training, dialogue, and vocal music. It's really tiring, but Su Wei feels at ease.

I never had the chance to experience acting in my past life, but I can now sit in a classroom and learn about it in this life.

Compared to struggling in society, this is already a rare and comfortable life.

He's not in a hurry to stand out; he'll gradually improve his foundation. There's a saying, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."

After the last class that morning, Su Wei didn't go back to her dormitory, but went straight to the homeroom teacher's office.

A few days ago, the class monitor notified us to submit a family information registration form. He filled it out but hadn't had time to deliver it yet.

The office door was ajar. He knocked twice, and Gao Jinyu's voice came from inside:

"Come in."

Gao Jinyu is their performance class teacher, and she rarely appears except when teaching classes.

Most university teachers are like this; they all have their own projects and research topics, keeping them extremely busy.

"Teacher Gao, I'm here to hand in my form."

Su Wei walked to the desk and handed over the form.

Gao Jinyu took it, glanced at it, and casually placed it on top of the pile of documents. She then looked him up and down.

"Have you been keeping up with your classes lately?"

"good."

Su Wei answered honestly.

"You have a good foundation and a good image, but you can't let your guard down."

Gao Jinyu tapped the table with her fingertip, her tone indifferent.

"Now that you've been accepted, focus on building a solid foundation and stop thinking about opportunities outside."

Su Wei knew that the teacher was afraid that he would become arrogant and conceited because of his fame.

He nodded in agreement: "I understand, Professor Gao."

"Okay, that's all. Go back now. Come find me anytime if you have any problems."

Su Wei thanked him and turned to leave the office.

The hallway was dimly lit, with most of the daylight from the windows blocked by the corridor walls, making it seem somewhat dark and secluded.

He looked down at his phone.

As he was looking, he heard footsteps approaching, and by the time he realized what was happening, they were already very close.

Su Wei subconsciously stepped aside and nodded in acknowledgment.

His movements were light, his posture upright, and his eyes clear and sharp, without the awkwardness and evasiveness that ordinary students would show when encountering strangers.

In the fleeting moment as they passed each other, he caught a glimpse of a woman in her thirties out of the corner of his eye.

Wearing a dark-colored work jacket, with her long hair neatly draped over her shoulders, she exudes a capable and professional aura.

This face looks strangely familiar.

The thought only flashed through his mind; he didn't dwell on it and continued walking.

I had just descended two steps when a voice suddenly came from behind me, sounding rather abrupt:

"Excuse me, student, please wait a moment."

Su Wei stopped and turned around.

The woman stood on the two steps above, her gaze fixed on his face with a mixture of scrutiny and deliberation.

The hallway was empty; there was no one else there. They were obviously calling him.

"Hello, is there anything I can help you with?"

Su Wei's tone was polite, but carried a hint of distant wariness.

Being stopped by a stranger out of the blue, especially in the school's office building, made him naturally wary.

The woman hesitated for a moment, seemingly considering how to begin, then smiled and spoke in a gentle tone:

"I need to go upstairs to see one of your school leaders about something; it should only take about twenty minutes. Could you please wait here for me? I'd like to talk to you about something."

Su Wei was even more puzzled.

He was certain he didn't know the other person, but the more he looked at the face, the more familiar it seemed. The name was on the tip of his tongue, but he just couldn't remember it.

However, the other party spoke politely and did not seem like a scammer, especially since it was in the school's office building.

He hesitated for two seconds, then nodded in agreement: "Okay."

"Then please wait a moment."

The woman nodded, turned, and went upstairs.

He walked slowly but steadily, without any panic as if he were afraid the person would run away. He just turned around and looked back at him once he reached the corner.

Standing on the stairs, Cai Yinong was not at peace.

She came to Beijing Film Academy today for two reasons: first, to discuss school-enterprise cooperation with school leaders, and second, to ask the head of the acting department to recommend a few second- and third-year students.

The filming of "Chinese Paladin 3" has been underway for almost half a month, and most of the other characters have been cast, except for Chonglou, whose casting has been pending for almost a month.

This character is too special.

The Demon Lord must be aloof, domineering, and imposing without anger. He must possess the aloofness of a natural superior, and cannot be portrayed as a reckless brute who shouts for battle, nor can he be too gentle, which would make him seem lacking in presence.

We auditioned more than a dozen actors, including newcomers and artists with some fame.

These actors either look too delicate to carry off the demeanor of a demon lord, or their performances are greasy and contrived, completely lacking the coldness and arrogance inherent in the characters.

The production team was in a hurry, so she came this time hoping to find some hidden gems among the newcomers.

But she never expected that before they could even discuss the important matters, she would run into someone in the stairwell.

The boy who stepped aside to let me pass had a clear and sharp look in his eyes, a taut jawline, and an upright and graceful posture, without a trace of the timidity of a student.

In that brief second, the first thought that popped into her mind was: perfect.

With a well-defined bone structure and sharp features, she would look absolutely stunning in period costumes.

He has a calm and composed demeanor, and his presence exudes a sense of aloofness.

Having worked in the industry for so many years, her judgment of people has never been wrong.

If this kid is properly trained, he can not only play Chonglou, but he has the potential to be a leading man in the future.

So she called out to them almost instinctively.

I only realized how abrupt my actions were when I called out to them.

But the words have already been spoken, and it's impossible to take them back.

As she went upstairs, she already had a plan in mind: finish the important business first, then come down and have a good chat, even if it's just to exchange contact information, she couldn't let the person get away.

Downstairs in the corridor, Su Wei found a chair against the wall and sat down.

He didn't frequently check his phone to pass the time, nor did he look around impatiently. He just sat quietly with his back straight, slowly sorting through recent events in his mind.

As for academics, it's only been a little over a month since the start of the semester. The focus is on basic courses, so keeping up with the pace isn't too difficult. The main challenge is to work hard on physical expression and dialogue.

As for acting...

He had considered finding an opportunity to join the crew, but he planned to wait until the end of his freshman year and when he had a more solid foundation before doing so. He didn't plan to do it so soon.

Just then, footsteps came from the stairs, much faster than when they were going up.

Su Wei pulled herself together and stood up.

The woman walked over quickly, a smile on her face, more enthusiastic than before.

"Sorry to keep you waiting, classmate."

It's not convenient to talk here. There's a decent coffee shop near the school gate; shall we go sit there for a while?

"it is good."

Su Wei didn't ask any further questions and nodded in agreement.