HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

"The best role?"

When the topic of the role came up, Liu Yifei really forgot about being jealous and quickly took the book to look at it.

After all, there was something hidden in her heart that even Xu Lang didn't know, and that was:

She needs to hurry up and film to earn money so she can pay off Xu Lang's debt as soon as possible!

"That way, I feel like I'm on equal footing with him."

Liu Yifei looked at the document and saw that it read on the cover:

A fantasy film, "Painted Skin".

"I have high hopes for this movie, and I plan to cast you as the female lead, the fox spirit Xiao Wei."

"A fox demon?"

Liu Yifei probably knew the story of "Painted Skin," as it originated from a ghost story in "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio."

"Can I do it?"

Liu Yifei was a little unsure.

She said this not because she lacked confidence, but because the characters she had played before, whether it was Zhao Ling'er or Xiaolongnu, had relatively simple personalities and images.

After all, they all belong to the "fairy sister" category, with ethereal and spiritual qualities as the main characteristics, and a cool and aloof demeanor combined with the temperament of a celestial being, which makes up a large part of it.

But things are different when you reach the level of a demon.

What makes a demon a demon is that it is often more complex and harder to control!

It's generally accepted in the entertainment industry that someone who can play a deity well may not be able to play a monster well.

Take "Journey to the West" for example. Most deities only need to maintain a certain air of propriety, but the portrayal of demons is much more complex. Their demonic nature (animalistic nature) is mixed with human nature, and their emotions are also more difficult to depict: greed, ruthlessness, cunning, seduction, ferocity, and cruelty...

Neither of them can be accomplished simply by maintaining a respectable demeanor.

Therefore, when Liu Yifei saw the role of Xiao Wei in "Painted Skin," she felt it was full of challenges.

"Xu Lang, isn't this such a stark contrast to my previous image?"

"It's truly revolutionary."

Xu Lang nodded in agreement.

Before the drama "Struggle" was released, Liu Yifei's image was completely that of a "fairy sister," aloof, distant, and unapproachable.

Let her play the fox demon Xiao Wei in "Painted Skin," to seduce and bewitch men, and to dig out hearts and eat people?

I reckon Liu Yifei's die-hard fans will be the first to jump out and object.

But the more Xu Lang thought about it, the more excited he became. Looking at Liu Yifei, he imagined her, high and mighty, seducing men.

Xu Lang didn't even get to enjoy this kind of treatment!

"But what man wouldn't want to?"

Xu Lang couldn't help but want to see Liu Yifei's state of mind.

But the first thing we must do is convince Liu Yifei.

"Xiaowei's character is not simply evil; she is a blend of naivety and cruelty. She doesn't understand human ethics and only feels that 'I like him, so I have to have him.'"

Xu Lang, having said this, looked at Liu Yifei again and advised:

"Think about it, your current character is either a cold and aloof fairy, or even Mi Lai, who is the kind of person who is resentful and silently endures pain."

What you're lacking right now is that animalistic wildness and madness.

Xu Lang then lifted Liu Yifei's face with one hand and praised her:

"How beautiful!"

But this kind of beauty lacks a down-to-earth quality. If you add the "seductive charm" of a fox spirit, then your face will have a multiplier effect.

"Just wait and see, who can withstand that?"

At this point, even Xu Lang himself couldn't hold back any longer, so he leaned close to Liu Yifei's ear and whispered something.

"Three days won't be enough; I'll have to 'imprison' you for at least a week."

Upon hearing this, and recalling the three days she had spent with Xu Lang at the secret base, Liu Yifei's face flushed bright red.

Those three days were absolutely wicked!

Liu Yifei dared not recall it; even the slightest thought of it made her feel like her whole body was on fire.

"Hmph, is this what you wanted? I knew you weren't up to any good!"

Liu Yifei playfully punched Xu Lang in the chest.

"Honestly, how could I have done this for myself?"

Xu Lang knew Liu Yifei was interested, so he continued to persuade her:

"Think about it, if you can play this role well, what role can't you play?"

Take them all, it's like a game.

Don't you think so?

"Giggle~~~!"

Liu Yifei giggled as Xu Lang amused her, "I've never played such a complicated role before, you'll have to help me."

Upon hearing this, Xu Lang immediately became interested.

"No problem, I'll find a quiet place right now, and we'll practice together, uh, no, I'll help you improve your acting skills."

With that, Xu Lang stood up, pulled Liu Yifei along, and walked out.

Liu Yifei, of course, knew what Xu Lang meant, and reluctantly followed him out, muttering complaints under her breath.

"Oh my god, are you trying to kill me? In broad daylight!"

Having just tasted the forbidden fruit, Liu Yifei's resistance to such things was getting weaker and weaker, and she kept reminding herself...

"It's over, Sisi, you're going to fall into depravity!"

But this warning was completely useless.

It's like a foodie who vows to lose weight, but is constantly surrounded by another glutton who eats incessantly—it would be a miracle if they actually lost weight.

Xu Lang then dragged Liu Yifei straight to the secret base.

This time, Xu Lang brought his camera, video camera, and some necessary lighting equipment.

After all, while being shameless, one still needs to do some serious work.

Moreover, for Xu Lang, so-called serious business was also an important part of his shamelessness.

Once inside the secret base, the two, like dry wood meeting a raging fire, immediately began rolling around together.

Two hours later, the two exhausted people finally lay down to rest on the empty bed.

"Xu Lang, you're so mean! You said you'd help me study the character, but look at you, is this how you study the character?"

"Don't rush, the character research has only just begun."

At this point, Xu Lang stood up, picked up his camera again, and said with great regret,

"Sigh, I was so eager to get straight to the point that I forgot my profession as a photographer. I haven't studied your body measurements in detail yet."

Seeing Xu Lang's serious expression, Liu Yifei also got up to put on her clothes.

But soon, Xu Lang stopped her from putting on her clothes.

"Sigh, if you're already wearing it, what's the point of me studying body measurements?"

"Come on, you be my model for once."

"what?"

This time, Liu Yifei not only blushed, but her neck and chest also turned red.

When you're intimate, it's something you can't help but do.

But is this how it's being displayed now?

That's so embarrassing!

"What are you afraid of? Didn't you study art? Haven't you ever seen a nude model before?"

Under Xu Lang's combination of coercion and deception, Liu Yifei resigned herself to her fate and became Xu Lang's model.

Xu Lang's expression immediately turned serious as he picked up the camera.

This is a basic quality of a photographer.

Otherwise, how can you take boudoir photos while setting up a tent?

Through the camera viewfinder, Xu Lang carefully observed Liu Yifei.

"What a gem! Liu Yifei truly lives up to her reputation as a timeless goddess for men over the past twenty years. Her figure and looks are absolutely stunning!"