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

After the promotional video went viral, the publicity team for "Kung Fu Jungle" struck while the iron was hot and arranged the first round of roadshows.

Zeng Zidan left, Fan Shaohuang left, and Shi Xingyu also left.

The lead actors took turns appearing at various events, giving interviews, and interacting with fans.

On the poster, Zeng Zidan stands in the center, flanked by Fan Shaohuang and Shi Xingyu. Feng Yuxiu's face is squeezed into a corner, so small that it's hard to spot unless you look closely.

Ye Mo didn't go.

It wasn't that he didn't want to go, it's that no one invited him.

An agent? He doesn't have one.

The company? He didn't sign it.

The list submitted by the investors only included names that were "hot topics, had high traffic, and had a strong background."

A newcomer who has just finished filming one movie is not worth taking up a promotional spot.

"Anyway, he's just a villain, not the main character."

"What would he say if he went? Does anyone know him?"

"Let's see how it goes after the movie is released."

Ye Mo didn't hear these words, but he could guess them.

The investors' logic is simple—whoever can sell one more ticket for a movie deserves to stand on the stage.

Ye Mo doesn't have that kind of influence yet.

He didn't care.

It doesn't matter.

In my past life, I spent ten years playing minor roles. What kind of sidelined role didn't I play?

If they don't want us to go, then they don't want us to go. It saves us the trouble of dealing with all those polite formalities.

Liu Yifei was even more anxious than him, asking several times on the phone, "They really won't let you go? You're the main villain!"

"Even the number one villain is still a villain." Ye Mo leaned back on the sofa, his tone relaxed. "He's not the male lead, so it's normal that people don't call me that."

"You're really missing out! You had the most screen time in the promotional video, and the online buzz was the highest, but you're not allowed to go to the roadshow?"

"What's the use of discussion? It can't be exchanged for money." Ye Mo smiled. "Alright, don't worry about me. Once the movie is released and the word-of-mouth comes out, people will naturally come to me."

Liu Yifei was silent for a few seconds on the other end of the phone, then sighed.

"You're too easygoing."

"What else can I do? I'm not an investor. If they don't include me, what can I do?"

"...Okay, you're right."

After hanging up the phone, Ye Mo stared at the ceiling for a few seconds.

It would be a lie to say I'm not upset.

But being depressed won't help.

That's how this industry works—when you're popular, everyone revolves around you.

When you have no connections, you don't even have the right to step onto the stage.

But he wasn't in a hurry.

He has a system, a script library, and ten years of experience from his previous life.

What he lacks now is just a work that can solidify his position in the industry.

"Kung Fu Jungle" is one such example.

just wait.

……

In the afternoon, at Daxing Film and Television Base.

Today is Ye Mo's last scene in the "Brotherhood of Blades" film crew.

After filming this scene, the role of Ding Xiu was officially finished.

Lu Yang specifically scheduled this scene for the afternoon, saying it would give you enough time to prepare.

Ye Mo knew that Lu Yang wasn't worried about him not acting well, but rather that the scene was too important to be filmed in one take.

This scene is a duel between Ding Xiu and Jin Yichuan.

Shen Lian was not present, but the character played by Liu Sishi was.

In a dilapidated wooden hut, Ding Xiu and his junior brother Jin Yichuan faced off, their emotions a mixture of hatred, resentment, and an inexplicable bond of brotherhood.

The script simply states: Ding Xiu teases Jin Yichuan in a flippant tone.

But Ye Mo knew the significance of this performance.

The phrase "very smooth" from his past life made Zhou Yiwei memorable to many.

Although Lu Yang's script didn't include this line, Ye Mo had been pondering it for days—should he add it? And if so, how?

"Ye Mo, come here."

Liu Sishi's voice came from the doorway of the dressing room.

Ye Mo walked over, and Liu Sishi had already changed into her costume. She was dressed in a plain-colored ancient costume, her hair was tied up, and her makeup was very light.

"Sister Sishi."

"It's the last scene, are you nervous?" Liu Sishi looked at him with a slight smile.

"I'm not nervous," Ye Mo said. "I'm just afraid I won't be able to keep up with your performance."

"You can't keep up with my acting?" Liu Sishi laughed. "Don't be modest. Nie Yuan said that your Feng Yuxiu can kill with his eyes."

"That's Teacher Nie exaggerating..."

"He wasn't exaggerating," Liu Sishi interrupted him. "I've seen the trailer; it really is scary."

Ye Mo scratched his head, unsure of what to say.

Li Dongxue walked over from the other side, already changed into his costume—Jin Yichuan's attire, making him look much younger than usual.

"What are you talking about?" Li Dongxue asked.

"He's talking about Feng Yuxiu," Liu Sishi said. "Have you read it?"

"I've seen it." Li Dongxue nodded, looking at Ye Mo. "Your performance is completely different from Ding Xiu's. Feng Yuxiu is an outwardly frenzied man, while Ding Xiu is an introverted scoundrel. It's not easy for you to play two completely different roles well at the same time."

Ye Mo was a little embarrassed by the praise: "Teacher Li, if you keep praising me, I'll get arrogant."

"You can't float." Li Dongxue smiled, a rare occurrence for him. "You don't look like someone who can float."

The three of them stood at the door of the dressing room and chatted for a few minutes.

Liu Sishi suddenly said, "By the way, don't add any lines to today's scene. Last time you added them, you had to pay extra, and Nie Yuan almost couldn't handle it. If you add them again today, Dongxue and I won't be able to afford it."

Ye Mo was taken aback: "Sister Sishi, are you putting pressure on me?"

"I'm just giving you a heads-up," Liu Sishi laughed. "The director said that if this scene doesn't get right in one take, you'll be responsible for adding scenes."

"Did Director Lu really say that?" Ye Mo looked in Lu Yang's direction.

Lu Yang was sitting behind the monitor, holding a walkie-talkie, talking to the director of photography.

Seemingly sensing Ye Mo's gaze, he raised his head and glanced in their direction.

Then he laughed.

That smile meant: You guys talk your way, I don't care.

……

At the edge of the film set, a few staff members huddled together.

"Is today Ye Mo's final scene?"

"Yes, the last one."

"Do you think he can get it right in one take?"

"It's going to be tough. This scene has a lot of lines and complex emotions, and I also have scenes with Sister Sishi and Brother Dong."

"That's right, didn't Director Lu say he'd treat Ye Mo to dinner after this scene was filmed?"

"I heard about it, it seems to be tonight."

"Tsk, Director Lu really spoils him."

……

Ye Mo walked over to Lu Yang and squatted down.

"Director Lu, this is the last scene. Is there anything you'd like to say?"

Lu Yang glanced at him: "No."

"Really not?"

"Really, no." Lu Yang picked up his teacup. "Just act as you're supposed to. I won't interfere. Even if you change all the lines, I'll accept it."

Ye Mo opened his mouth, as if to say something, but then swallowed it back.

Lu Yang put down his teacup and looked at him.

"Ye Mo".

"Um."

"I've entrusted the role of Ding Xiu to you." Lu Yang's voice wasn't loud, but every word was clear. "How you act is how it will be; I trust you."

Ye Mo felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

"Director Lu, I won't let you down."

"Don't try to convince me," Lu Yang waved his hand. "Go get ready. Filming starts in ten minutes."

Ye Mo stood up, took two steps, and then turned back.

"Director Lu."

"What's wrong now?"

"Please don't scold me if this scene doesn't turn out well in one take."

Lu Yang was amused by his words: "You haven't even filmed yet, and you're already thinking about giving up?"

"I'm just giving you a heads-up," Ye Mo chuckled and ran off.

Lu Yang watched his retreating figure and shook his head.

But the corners of his mouth were turned up.

……

Ten minutes later, the set was cleared out.

Camera in place, lights in place, sound recorder in place.

Liu Sishi stood in the corner of the wooden house, Li Dongxue stood at the door, and Ye Mo stood in the center of the house.

The three took their places.

Lu Yang sat behind the monitor, holding a walkie-talkie in his hand.

He looked at the footage on the monitor and then at the people at the scene.

He was thinking to himself: Can we get this scene right in one take?

Suspended.

It's not the actors' fault; the scene itself is difficult.

The emotions are complex, there are many lines, and the three actors need to work together seamlessly.

Lu Yang took a deep breath and raised the walkie-talkie.

"On your marks, get set—"

Liu Sishi glanced at Ye Mo, and the corner of her mouth twitched slightly.

Li Dongxue lowered his eyes and entered the state of Jin Yichuan.

Ye Mo closed his eyes.

one second.

two seconds.

three seconds.

When I opened my eyes again, Ding Xiu was back.

He tilted his head, a faint smile playing on his lips, his eyes languid, but something unreadable lurked beneath.

Lu Yang stared at the monitor, holding up a walkie-talkie.

He didn't shout "Start".

He is waiting.

Once everyone is ready.

The set was so quiet you could hear the cameras running.

Lu Yang pressed the button on the walkie-talkie.

"Action!"

......