He plays Feng Yuxiu, and his girlfriend is a fairy-like beauty.

"Director Lu, you're too kind," Ye Mo said with a smile into the phone. "Director Chen mentioned you to me, saying that you're very meticulous when directing, and I've always wanted to find an opportunity to learn from you."

Lu Yang chuckled on the other end of the phone: "Old Chen just knows how to flatter me. Alright, let's put the pleasantries aside and get down to business."

"Please speak."

"I have a role coming up, but something came up at the last minute. The original actor's schedule doesn't work out, and we have to film tomorrow. Old Chen recommended you, saying you have a good foundation in martial arts and your acting is solid. I wanted to ask if you have any free time lately?"

Ye Mo's heart was already churning.

Do you have time?

Of course I have time!

People who haven't signed with a company have plenty of time.

"Yes, Director Lu." He lowered his voice, trying to make his tone sound as calm as possible. "I'm currently in Yanjing."

"Yanjing?" Lu Yang's voice brightened considerably. "That's great! My film crew is located in the suburbs of Yanjing, at the film and television base in Daxing. Can you come over for an audition tomorrow morning?"

"able!"

"Okay, I'll send you the address. Call me when you arrive, and I'll have someone pick you up."

"Okay, thank you, guide."

After hanging up the phone, Ye Mo stood there, his hands trembling slightly.

Liu Yifei leaned over from the side, looking curious: "What director? What movie?"

"Lu Yang, he's in period martial arts films." Ye Mo put away his phone. "He wants me to audition tomorrow."

"Lu Yang?" Liu Yifei blinked. "He's a very well-known director in the industry. I heard he's been making quite a splash with his film lately, with several big names in the crew!"

"Uh-huh!"

"Then what are you still standing there for?" Liu Yifei gave him a push. "Go back and get ready!"

"It's not like we're filming tomorrow, what's there to prepare?"

"At least wash your hair, okay? Look how greasy it is..."

"Liu Yifei, can't you wish me well for once?"

The two bickered as they walked out of the mall, their lips curling up beneath their masks.

……

Back at the apartment, the first thing Ye Mo did wasn't to wash her hair, but to call Chen Desheng.

I answered it after it rang twice.

"Director Chen, thank you." Ye Mo got straight to the point.

"Lu Yang called you?" Chen Desheng's voice was tinged with laughter.

"They called and told me to go for an audition tomorrow."

"Then prepare well. Lu Yang is a demanding person, but once he's made up his mind, he won't change it." Chen Desheng paused, "I told him about your scene with the bullet, and he's quite interested in it. Don't be nervous when you go tomorrow, just perform normally."

"I've got it."

"Alright, no need to thank me." Chen Desheng chuckled. "If you really want to thank me, just don't say you don't know me when you become famous."

"No, that won't do." Ye Mo smiled as well. "Director Chen, I'll treat you to dinner when I get back."

"No need for a meal, just give a good performance, that's the biggest thanks you can give."

After hanging up the phone, Ye Mo leaned back on the sofa and stared at the ceiling.

Chen Desheng was truly good to him.

It wasn't just superficial politeness; they were genuinely paving the way for him.

The recommendation was given to Lu Yang, and the author even specifically mentioned that Lu Yang had acted opposite Zeng Zidan—this was to reassure Lu Yang.

"What are you thinking about?" Liu Yifei came out of the bathroom, her hair still wet.

"Let's think about tomorrow." Ye Mo sat up. "Yi Fei, what do you think if I get this role..."

"Then you'll be filming two movies in a row." Liu Yifei wiped his hair. "The first one hasn't even been released yet, and the second one will start filming. If we're lucky, we'll release both at the same time."

Ye Mo was taken aback.

He hadn't thought of that aspect yet.

With two dramas airing back-to-back, the exposure has doubled, and if Feng Yuxiu's role in "Kung Fu Jungle" can become a breakout hit...

"Alright, alright, stop dreaming." Liu Yifei threw the towel in his face. "Go wash your hair first."

"All you ever do is make me wash your hair..."

"Your hair is so oily!"

……

The next morning, at 9:50.

Ye Mo stood at the entrance of the Daxing Film and Television Base.

The crew of "Brotherhood of Blades" booked a large area of ​​the period drama set. Several large trucks were parked at the entrance, and staff members were busy coming and going.

Ye Mo straightened his collar, took a deep breath, and went inside.

The film set looks bigger inside than it does from the outside.

The street, made up of several ancient-style buildings, with its bluestone pavement and wooden gate towers, clearly dates back to the Ming Dynasty. Cameras, tracks, cranes—all sorts of equipment are scattered around.

As Ye Mo walked and looked around, he secretly sighed: This scale is no less impressive than that of "Kung Fu Jungle".

As he passed a rest area, he saw several familiar faces.

A man sits in a chair reading a script. He has a square face, thick eyebrows, and a calm demeanor—Wang Qianyuan.

Standing opposite him was a young man, with a refined appearance and wearing glasses, demonstrating moves with the martial arts instructor—Li Dongxue.

Beside her, a woman dressed in ancient costume was touching up her makeup. She had delicate features, a gentle temperament, and a classical beauty—Liu Sishi.

Ye Mo glanced at her again.

Liu Sishi is a top-tier actress in China, having starred in numerous period dramas and enjoying great popularity.

In this world, her status is similar to Liu Yifei's; both are top celebrities.

There was another man she hadn't seen, but Ye Mo knew he was also in the group—Zhang Zhen.

These names together represent the main force of "Brotherhood of Blades".

Ye Mo's heart suddenly skipped a beat.

Wang Qianyuan, Li Dongxue, Liu Sishi, Zhang Zhen... This lineup is definitely full of powerful actors.

So, who is the role he's auditioning for?

……

"Excuse me, where is Director Lu Yang?" He stopped a stagehand.

"The tour guide is over there, in the third tent," the stagehand pointed in the direction.

Ye Mo walked over, reached the tent entrance, and knocked on the door frame.

"Come in."

Lu Yang sat at a folding table with the script and storyboards spread out in front of him.

He was in his early forties, with somewhat long hair, and wore round-framed glasses, looking like an artsy young man.

Upon seeing Ye Mo, he sized him up.

Then, his brow furrowed almost imperceptibly.

young.

too young.

And this face... is so clean-cut, it has a bit of a youthful, fresh look to it.

Lu Yang's heart skipped a beat.

This is the person Old Chen recommended?

He wasn't discriminating against young actors, but "Brotherhood of Blades" wanted a tough, rugged, and江湖-style feel.

The young man in front of me looks more like the male lead in an idol drama than a swordsman in a martial arts film.

However, we still have to give Old Chen face.

Since we're already here, giving it a try won't hurt.

"You're Ye Mo?" Lu Yang put down his pen and leaned back in his chair.

"Hello, Director Lu, I'm Ye Mo." He bowed slightly, his attitude respectful.

"Old Chen praised you to me for ages." Lu Yang pointed to the chair opposite him. "Sit down."

Ye Mo sat down, feeling a little nervous, but he didn't show it on his face.

Lu Yang picked up the script, flipped through a few pages, and then handed it to him.

"Take a look at this character first."

Ye Mo took it and glanced at it.

The script cover has two words written on it—Ding Xiu.

His pupils suddenly contracted.

Ding Xiu?

Ding Xiu from "Brotherhood of Blades"?

Ding Xiu, who "needs extra money"?

Ding Xiu, the one who said, "If I kill you, how will I make money?"

Ye Mo's mind went blank for a moment.

He had seen "Brotherhood of Blades" in his previous life and was deeply impressed by the character Ding Xiu.

That enigmatic swordsman, both righteous and wicked; that ronin who talks a lot of nonsense but possesses superb martial arts skills; that contradictory figure who both hates and protects his junior brother—

"Very moisturizing."

"You'll have to pay more."

"The luckiest thing that happened to you in your life was meeting me."

Every line of dialogue is a joke, and every shot is a performance.

Zhou Yiwei achieved legendary status with this role.

And now, this role is placed before him.

Ye Mo took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down.

He looked up at Lu Yang.

Lu Yang's expression was calm, even somewhat scrutinizing.

"How about it? Interested?" Lu Yang asked.

Ye Mo gripped the script tightly, his fingers trembling slightly.

"interested."

The voice was steady, but the heart rate had already soared to 180.

......