HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

"I...I don't know either."

As Shen Qingyue spoke, her mind was replaying the scene from just now:

It's embarrassing, but also very tempting.

She knew that was what men liked, and that was what could keep or even control them.

There's a saying that goes something like that, isn't there?

Men conquer the world through strength, while women conquer the world by conquering men!

Originally, Shen Qingyue was full of confidence, thinking that she could easily defeat Xu Lang, just like the Buddha and the Monkey King, no matter how much he jumped around, he could not escape her palm!

But now, looking at Xu Lang in front of her, she felt a sense of crisis.

When they broke up during summer vacation, Shen Qingyue thought it was Xu Lang throwing a tantrum.

But after seeing Xu Lang twice since the start of the semester, she was almost afraid to recognize him.

"How did he go from a clueless, poor student from a small town to a photographer with celebrities chasing after him in the blink of an eye?"

But the more she did this, the stronger Shen Qingyue's desire to control Xu Lang became.

This has nothing to do with love.

Ultimately, it's all about vanity!

Shen Qingyue took a deep breath, her face flushed, and whispered:

"I want that kind of beauty too, but could you please not dress like that?"

Shen Qingyue's voice was so soft it was like a mosquito's buzz, and her gaze toward Xu Lang was filled with trepidation.

"No problem, that's exactly what I'm good at."

Xu Lang checked his phone; it was almost time. He led Shen Qingyue toward Studio 3.

Upon entering the shed, Song Ming was waiting for him.

"Teacher Xu, how are you? Do you need any help?"

"No need, I can handle it myself."

As Xu Lang spoke, he nodded to Song Ming, "Thank you, senior. Just tell me how much it costs and I'll transfer it to you."

"Hey, it's nothing, no need."

Song Ming waved his hand dismissively and walked out.

Xu Lang walked around the shed, finally stopping at a row of clothes racks, and waved to Shen Qingyue.

"Come on, see if there are any clothes you like?"

"Oh? That's way too revealing!"

Shen Qingyue spoke, but her eyes were shining as she picked up the clothes one by one and measured them against herself.

"It's okay, just pick whichever you like."

"oh."

After hesitating for a while, Shen Qingyue finally chose a long evening dress and headed towards the changing room.

A moment later, Shen Qingyue came out of the changing room, wearing a long black velvet dress, which looked very luxurious.

Seeing this outfit, Xu Lang shook his head inwardly:

"A person's true nature is truly etched into their bones, and it's hard for them to discover it themselves, but a discerning person can see right through her words and actions."

The most distinctive feature of the velvet dress that Shen Qingyue is holding is:

Luxurious.

Photographs exclusively for wealthy women.

But what does Shen Qingyue mean by holding this?

An eighteen-year-old girl from an ordinary family, what about her could possibly be associated with a wealthy woman?

Even if you tried, you couldn't pull it off.

Xu Lang knew that Shen Qingyue was only attracted to the dress's luxury; whether it suited her or not was something she didn't know, or rather, didn't care.

Under the spotlight, Shen Qingyue looked at herself in the mirror with a face full of joy, swaying back and forth, very satisfied, as if she was born to wear such luxurious clothes.

"Xu Lang, what do you think of this?"

Xu Lang was about to shake his head when suddenly he heard a creak, and the studio door was pushed open. A graceful figure walked in, stood in the doorway, and kept looking inside.

"Teacher Xu?"

The man tentatively let out a soft call.

Xu Lang turned his head to look, but because of the dim lighting, the doorway was dark and he couldn't make out the person's face.

"I'm Xu Lang. You were looking for me?"

"You're really here, that's great."

The man's voice was filled with surprise as he strode towards Xu Lang.

Soon, the person stepped into the light, revealing their figure and face.

"Um?"

Xu Lang was stunned when he saw that face. Why did this person look so familiar?

"Who are you...?"

"Ms. Xu, my name is Zhu Zhu, and I am a contracted model for Rayli magazine."

"Zhu Zhu? It's her!"

Xu Lang, this seasoned driver, might not be interested in most female celebrities, but he paid special attention to Zhu Zhu.

In his previous life, Xu Lang spent a period of time searching for Li Na's figure in the TV series "The Elite Lawyer." Her figure and smile really captivated him.

Xu Lang sized up Zhu Zhu, who looked to be around 20 years old. She had a slender and graceful figure, wearing a fitted off-white knitted suspender dress with a loose-fitting white washed shirt over it, the sleeves casually rolled up to her forearms, and strappy low-heeled sandals.

Her head was covered in thick, dark brown waves that cascaded over her shoulders. Her eyes were naturally upturned at the corners, giving her a nonchalant and lazy charm. Her lips were full and sharp, and when she smiled, her dimples were shallow. Yet, her eyes were incredibly clear, with a touch of nobility and sexiness, but all perfectly balanced and not at all ostentatious.

Perhaps because of her work as a model, she has lost the naivety of a young girl, and this outfit gives her a mature and sophisticated look.

Young people don't know the value of married women, and mistakenly take young girls for treasures!

Upon seeing Zhu Zhu, this phrase suddenly popped into Xu Lang's mind.

"This Zhu Zhu is born to play a young married woman; she's the kind of woman who's irresistibly charming!"

At that moment, Xu Lang suddenly understood Cao Mengde.

"It has to be Old Cao, he knows his stuff, a true expert!"

"Teacher Xu?"

Seeing Xu Lang's somewhat stunned expression, Zhu Zhu waved his hand at him and said with a smile:

"I've seen the cover photos you took for Hot One, and they're really stunning. I just heard from Song Ming that you were here, so I made a special trip to see you."

Did I disturb you?

As she spoke, she glanced at Shen Qingyue not far away, and couldn't help but laugh after just one look.

Not knowing the relationship between Xu Lang and Shen Qingyue, she didn't dare to be presumptuous, and just covered her mouth and chuckled.

Xu Lang knew the reason for her smile, of course. Zhu Zhu was a former model and had extensive experience in dressing and taking photos.

"Shen Qingyue, my classmate, insisted that I take some nice, sexy photos of her."

Xu Lang didn't mince words and instructed Zhu Zhu, "She's a newbie, go talk to her and help her adjust."

"Yes, no problem."

Zhu Zhu's purpose in coming here was to get to know the photographer Xu Lang. After all, as a model, she needed a genius photographer to create photos that could break into the mainstream.

Zhu Zhu walked up to Shen Qingyue and looked her over, making Shen Qingyue feel uncomfortable.

"Little beauty, you have great assets, why are you wearing this? It doesn't suit you."

As Zhu Zhu spoke, he led Shen Qingyue to the clothes rack, rummaged through it, and picked out a few pieces of clothing.

"Come on, I'll go with you to change."

"Huh? Oh!"

Shen Qingyue blushed as red as an apple and timidly followed Zhu Zhu into the changing room.

Xu Lang heard a hushed conversation coming from inside, but he didn't know what the two people were saying.

A moment later, Zhu Zhu pulled Shen Qingyue out of the fitting room.

"Teacher Xu, what do you think of this outfit?"

Xu Lang looked at Shen Qingyue, whose long hair, which had been tied up, was now loosely draped behind her head and beside her face.

She was wearing a black low-cut halter dress, the fabric of which was extremely soft and thin, clinging tightly to Shen Qingyue's slender figure.

It has a bit of a stepmother's skirt feel to it.

But it's more revealing than a stepmother's dress.

From the front left side, at the top of her thighs, the suspender dress splits, revealing Shen Qingyue's long, slender legs.

On her feet were a pair of classic black stilettos with red soles, nicknamed "cannon shoes".

"Hmm, much better than before, let's give it a try."

Xu Lang continued to instruct Zhu Zhu, "Have her strike a pose."

"Okay!"

Zhu Zhu brought Shen Qingyue into the spotlight and patiently taught her.

"Don't look so timid in the eyes, make them a little dreamy."

"Bite your lip lightly, okay."

"Don't be so stiff, relax."

"Lift your legs up, yes, that's much better."

Shen Qingyue was indeed talented; in no time, she learned it quite well.

Her eyes shone with confidence and excitement, and her body became increasingly relaxed.

Xu Lang held the camera, moving it back and forth, watching Shen Qingyue's changes through the viewfinder.

"This girl, if you train her properly, she'll really be a stunner!"

"Click!"

Xu Lang pressed the shutter and took the first photo of Shen Qingyue.