Huayu: Enjoy Yourself

Chapter 46 This is exactly the feeling I wanted.

However, it wasn't that Zeng Li's performance was bad, but rather that she wasn't quite used to it, and her expression was somewhat off.

After adjustments, filming continued.

Chen An finished setting everything up, turned on the lights, and began filming.

Standing in the sunlight, Zeng Li stood quietly at the doorway. This time, she didn't have many thoughts; she was simply waiting patiently.

Her tall and slender figure was outstanding, and the form-fitting dress accentuated her graceful curves. Her hair swayed slightly in the sunlight on her fair and beautiful face.

People bustled about in front of the door beside her, while she stood quietly, only a gentle breeze stirring her, waiting for those who came.

He looked thoughtful until Chen Kun appeared, then turned around and smiled. The two walked out the door together and down the stairs.

Then a few friends stood in the back watching the commotion.

"Click! Done."

After adjusting her mindset, Zeng Li performed well, and this part was finally over.

"Chen Kun, get ready, it's your turn to be called out in the next scene." After filming this scene, Chen An immediately arranged for other filming.

"No problem, director." After finishing filming, Chen Kun immediately ran over to change clothes, preparing to film the next scene.

Chen An asked Zeng Li to change her clothes as well, and after they finished, they watched the next part of the filming together.

When the teacher calls roll, Chen Kun answers in different voices for his friend, which is one of the comedic moments in the film.

As Zeng Li's condition changed, the filming speed also increased, although she still occasionally developed muscle memory in her dramatic performances.

But compared to the beginning, they've gotten into the swing of things.

After filming this segment, quickly change the filming location.

Of course, Chen An also felt that the visuals were not good enough, so they reshot the scenes.

Overall, it was much slower than previous shoots.

During filming, besides thinking about the filming process, Chen An would occasionally invite Chen Wei and two of his company's top talents to go out for late-night snacks.

"Junior brother, after you finish filming, don't go around doing commercial performances all day long. The company won't help you get any for now. Focus on learning at school and improving your acting skills first."

Chen An said to Chen Kun at the table while drinking his wine.

Chen An and Yu Jinghong originally thought their acting was just so-so, even compared to their junior brother, it was still pretty good.

Although he entered the acting department with the highest score in his major, he is still quite inexperienced at this stage. It's not without reason that the Central Academy of Drama initially didn't allow him to go out and film.

Chen Kun didn't refute him, saying, "I listened to you, senior brother. After my first attempt at filming, I did realize that I still have many shortcomings."

At first, Zeng Li wasn't in the zone and couldn't break her old habits, so Chen Kun seemed to perform better.

However, once Zeng Li adjusted, he was outshone, since he had studied acting since childhood and had a much better foundation than Chen Kun.

"Pear, you're in the same boat. Although you're doing a little better, you're studying Qingyi (a type of female role in Peking Opera), so you need to work even harder."

"Okay, Uncle An."

Sitting next to Chen An, Zeng Li nodded quietly; she was rather quiet by nature.

She silently poured drinks for Chen An and the others, only taking small sips herself, as the three men were the main drinkers and conversation take place.

She sat quietly to the side and listened.

She only speaks when Chen An asks her a question, or after Chen An has explained her performance to her.

After finishing their drinks, the four of them walked back to the hotel together, enjoying the warm breeze.

The warm summer breeze made them feel dizzy instead of comfortable.

Upon arriving at the hotel entrance, everyone went back to their respective rooms.

"Go to sleep early, there will be some difficult filming tomorrow," Chen An reminded Zeng Li after seeing her inside.

As Zeng Li entered the room, she turned around and replied, "Okay, Brother An, you should get some rest too. Thank you for your guidance all this time."

"Haha, it's nothing, it's nothing. You should go to sleep early, I'm leaving now." Chen An waved his hand to indicate that it was nothing to worry about.

After saying that, he turned and left the door, closing it behind him as he hurried to his room.

But just as he turned to leave, Zeng Li opened the door again, looked at Chen An who was leaving somewhat unsteadily, and said nothing.

The door was closed only after the other person had entered the room.

After waiting a while, I washed up and went to bed.

She couldn't understand her feelings. They had only known each other for a short time, but something felt off.

I originally thought this genius director was the kind of genius who could spout all sorts of theories and principles and perform all sorts of things.

But when you get along with them, they seem no different from ordinary people. There's no barrier to communication, just like an ordinary senior.

He also jokes around, and once even posted a photo of himself online, staging a whole scene that led to netizens discovering his identity.

Afterwards, she was embarrassed and asked herself not to reveal it. When she found out, she couldn't help but laugh.

Yet this is the same person who can make such good movies, with such beautiful visuals, and even win the first Best Director award for a Chinese-language film at Cannes.

At the prime of his life, he accomplished something that others wouldn't even dare to dream of.

It makes me a little curious, and I always wonder what he's like.

"How are the high heels? Do they fit?"

Chen An said this with a hint of sarcasm, but not to Zeng Li, but to Chen Kun.

Chen Kun, who was standing unsteadily in high heels, said with a bitter expression, "Please spare me, director. I can't even stand properly, and I still have to film in these clothes."

He struggled to his feet and helped others up, his legs trembling, making it impossible for him to imagine running.

Even Zeng Li, who was standing next to her, couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh: "Then you've had a hard time. You didn't even have time to practice beforehand and experience what it's like to be a girl."

"That's right, let you experience what it's like to be a girl, so you can be more considerate of girls in the future. Walk around more when you're dressed like this, and we'll film this scene again tomorrow." Chen An found it quite amusing to see Chen Kun looking so pained.

Let the photographer document it, and later we can make it into behind-the-scenes footage and release it; that's a kind of record.

"Director, I will definitely be more considerate of girls in the future. I'll take a break now."

After walking for a while, Chen Kun couldn't take it anymore and begged for mercy.

"No way. I'm being understanding, but we're filming tomorrow. You need to get used to it today. You'll have to suffer a bit first." Chen An rejected his request without any hesitation.

Chen Kun said with a helpless expression, "I've already suffered enough, getting beaten up by the female lead every day, and now this."

This made everyone present burst into laughter.

Chen An patted him on the shoulder: "Very good, very energetic. This is exactly the state I want. Your current expression perfectly matches this. Keep it up, hahaha."

After saying that, he couldn't help but burst into laughter when he saw Chen Kun's pitiful appearance.

Thus, the world where only Chen Kun was injured was created.

Even so, Chen Kun did not really refuse. Although it was a bit tough, he still practiced and was serious about this performance.

Zeng Li would often ask Chen An about acting techniques, since she didn't know much about this type of girl.

They like to be physically active, but if they go too far, it might cause offense, so they need to control the intensity of their performance.

As for how to perform, the best person to ask is naturally the director.

"Regarding this, you should know that although she may seem a bit violent, it's just a facade, a strong exterior. Inside, she's still just an ordinary girl."

"So she respects the elderly, asks people to give up their seats for them, and is understanding. Putting everything else aside, she is just a girl who has just lost her beloved boyfriend, a girl who buries her sadness in her heart and appears strong on the surface."

Chen An sat in the director's chair and explained to Zeng Li.

Looking at Zeng Li's slightly bewildered and adorable appearance, he changed his mind and said, "Of course, the most important thing is that she has to be a good-looking girl, otherwise our male lead will run away after being beaten up once."

"Ah~"

Zeng Li, who had been listening attentively and thinking deeply, was caught off guard by the director's praise and blushed instantly.

"Director, don't talk nonsense. I'm listening carefully to your explanation of the character."

After getting to know each other for a while, Zeng Li realized that the other person was joking again.

"I'm not kidding, otherwise why would I have chosen you from two schools? In the end, the only person who can turn violence into cuteness is someone who is good-looking."

Chen An directly dismissed Han Sanping's role, revealing his keen eye for talent.

Thank you to both bosses for the generous donations, and thank you to all the big shots for the monthly tickets and recommendations. New Year's dream, author, I ask for everything!

(End of this chapter)