Inside Hengdian World Studios.

The costumes, props, and sets are all in place.

The lead actors and extras were all present.

Tonight we're filming a scene for Qixi Festival (Chinese Valentine's Day), which includes the male and female leads, the second male lead, and the second female lead.

This scene depicts the male lead, Crown Prince Jiang Yu, falling in love with the female lead, Sang Yu, during a lantern festival on Qixi Festival, and his chance encounter with the second male lead, Shen Yu, and the second female lead, Jiang Yunli.

This is also a particularly important part of the script, and tonight's scene is crucial.

Everything is ready.

"Okay, Action!"

The actors quickly got into character.

After the Qixi Festival banquet, Crown Prince Jiang Yu emerged from the palace, accompanied by Sang Yu, a seventh-rank female official, for a stroll through the lantern festival.

The reason given for leaving the palace was ostensibly to observe the people's conditions, but in reality, the Crown Prince had ulterior motives.

The two disguised themselves as ordinary people, not standing out much, and the common people did not recognize that this was the crown prince.

The two were simply exceptionally handsome and had an ethereal air about them, making it impossible for anyone to look away. People said they were a perfect match, a match made in heaven, and Jiang Yu's smile widened upon hearing this.

Sang Yu quickly waved her hand, saying it was a misunderstanding and that it wasn't what others had seen.

"Please don't take it to heart, young master. The common people are very enthusiastic. On the day of Qixi Festival, they may have been thinking too much. I hope you will forgive me."

“It’s alright.” Jiang Yu raised an eyebrow. “I’d love to hear it too.”

Sang Yu stood there, bewildered by Jiang Yu's intentions, and then followed behind Jiang Yu without uttering a word.

Occasionally, a woman would pass by and, seeing Jiang Yu's handsome appearance, would stop him, ask his name, where he lived, and how his parents were, and then rush to act as a matchmaker for him.

Jiang Yu had never seen such persistent people before, and for a moment he was unable to get away. Jiang Yu looked at him for help, and Sang Yu found it novel and came up with a plan to tease and amuse himself.

She went up and took Jiang Yu's hand, resting her head on his shoulder, smiling brightly.

“Why is my husband being pestered by you, madam? Do you want me to arrange a marriage between us? My husband and I are deeply in love. What do you mean by this, madam? If this is a matchmaking arrangement, I will not agree. What do you think, husband?” Sang Yu raised her head and looked at Jiang Yu with piercing eyes.

"Is this young lady the young master's?" The woman seemed somewhat skeptical.

"It is indeed my wife." Jiang Yu's deep, mellow voice exploded in Sang Yu's mind.

She loosened her grip on Jiang Yu's hand, but Jiang Yu held it firmly again, preventing her from moving.

"You should have said so earlier..." The woman shook her head and left, muttering something as she went, but Sang Yu couldn't hear her clearly.

The traditional Qixi Festival lantern fair is a lively affair, with lanterns and decorations everywhere, and throngs of visitors. One could easily be swept away by the crowds if one wasn't careful.

Just as he was about to let go, Jiang Yu held on tightly. "Let it be like this. If I let go, I might get lost."

“Alright,” Sang Yu continued, “I overstepped my bounds just now.”

"I do hope you can push your boundaries a bit more," Jiang Yu said in a low voice.

"What did Your Highness just say?" Sang Yu didn't hear clearly.

"It's nothing, let's continue shopping."

"good."

...

"Okay, this scene is good too, cut." Upon receiving the director's order, Xing Jianan immediately returned to her original state.

Cold-hearted and inhumane.

"However, Xiao Xing still needs to pay attention to her micro-expressions. The expression of love should be more genuine and sincere, so that no one can see any trace of acting."

"And Xinran, pay more attention to your lines and practice more."

Having accepted the director's suggestion, they went to touch up their makeup to prepare for the next scene, and in between, they practiced their lines again.

Now it's time to film Lu Jingchu and Shen Shiqing's part.

At the director's command, the crew made the decision and filming officially began.

Night falls.

Using his exceptional lightness skills, Shen Yu carried Jiang Yunli over the wall and out of the mansion.

As Jiang Yunli requested, this little princess always took an unconventional approach.

We walked along the road.

After passing through a small alley, Jiang Yunli became extremely excited upon seeing it.

“We met right here, do you remember, Brother Shenyu?” He was clearly lost in memories. “You suddenly appeared out of nowhere, and I was completely flustered. It was quite a funny moment.”

"Hmm, all dirty, like a little tabby cat."

"Back then you said you'd come to the General's Mansion to see me if anything happened," the little princess said excitedly, grabbing Shen Yu's hand. "See, I've been coming to see you quite often since then!"

The boy looked down at the cheering girl, feeling somewhat helpless. He had indeed said it before, but he didn't know she was a princess at the time, which was why he had "gotten into trouble."

Even if it means "playing with fire," he's willing to do it, since he's already doomed to this girl for life.

"Okay, just don't sneak out next time." Shen Yu patted her head and gently instructed her.

The little princess turned a deaf ear. If she didn't sneak out, would she have to ask her father for permission? It's always such a big fuss, with so many formalities to follow. It's so boring.

Besides, she didn't leave the palace to show off her princess status; she just wanted to see Shen Yu.

That's all.

She skipped and hopped all the way, and Shen Yu played with her the whole way. He wasn't a lively person, but when he was with her, he couldn't hide his youthful spirit.

They solved riddles, released river lanterns, bought rabbit lanterns and candied hawthorns, watched acrobatics and bought storybooks. They explored every place in the market that offered entertainment and food, always venturing into the bustling crowds. If I hadn't been holding the boy's hand tightly, I probably would have been lost in the crowd.

The little princess was happy, and the little general let her have her way.

Finally, we arrived at a jewelry stall.

The vendors called out to the passersby.

"Young master, why don't you buy one? It would be perfect as a gift for Madam on Qixi Festival."

Upon hearing this, the little princess turned around and went to the stall.

"My lord, I want this." The little princess blinked as she looked at the young general beside her, her voice soft and sweet.

"You two are truly a perfect couple, a match made in heaven. Among all the people coming and going today, you two are the most outstanding." The little princess listened to the stall owner's words with great joy.

"Young lady, you have excellent taste. This is a pair of jade pendants, made from a thousand-year-old Kunlun jade. It is flawless white jade. If you two love each other and are of one heart, this jade will not break." The vendor spared no effort in promoting the product. "If lovers wear this jade, they will surely be of one heart and mind, and their love will be unwavering."

As if afraid they wouldn't believe him, he added another sentence.

"Do you really want it?" Shen Yu looked at the little princess in front of him, whose eyes were full of anticipation.

"think."

"Okay, we'll take this bracelet."

She paid quickly and decisively, and the boss even offered several words of blessing, making the little princess feel dizzy with admiration.

Shen Yu paid a thousand times the price of the jade pendant, yet he still felt unworthy of his precious little princess.

She deserves better.

Shen Yu personally fastened the jade pendant to the little princess's wrist, and the little princess happily fastened it for him as well.

"Is this considered a token of love?"

"Yes, but I'll give you something even better in the future," Shen Yu said hurriedly, like a reckless young man facing someone he admires.

"This is great, I like this the most."

"Um."

...

"Brother Shenyu, come with me." The little princess grabbed Shenyu's hand and ran forward, crossing several streets and alleys, finally stopping in a courtyard.

"Look!" Shen Yu had no idea when her little princess had bought this secluded courtyard. At that moment, the door opened, and the things inside flew out.

Shen Yu instinctively stepped in front of Ali.

But the flying object landed on his shoulder.

It was an eagle, a free-spirited eagle, now resting firmly on his shoulder.

"Brother Shenyu, this is a gift for you. Do you like it?" The little princess's voice pulled Shenyu back from his reverie.

"He seems to like you a lot!" It took a long time to train this little eagle princess to make it a little obedient, but as soon as Chen Yu came, it came up to him. Could it be that he is just an eagle that only cares about appearance?

"Why did Ali give me an eagle?" Shen Yu had once raised an eagle, but it had been a long time and the eagle had died on the battlefield. He had never raised an eagle since.

"Of course, it's to watch over Brother Shenyu. If anyone dares to get close to Brother Shenyu, let it scratch their faces." The little princess deliberately put on a fierce look, which unexpectedly made Shenyu laugh.

"Okay, enough joking. I just wanted something to replace me to keep Brother Chenyu company, so it would feel like I'm right beside you," the girl replied sincerely.

"Thank you, Ali, I like it very much."

Leaving the courtyard and walking on the street, it was still bustling.

"Brother Chenyu, my feet hurt~" The little princess squatted on the ground, her voice full of grievance.

Spoiled since childhood and usually traveling by horse-drawn carriage, the little princess can be quite spoiled at times, just like right now.

Shen Yu chuckled helplessly and knelt down in front of the little princess.

"Come on, I'll carry you."

The little princess happily pounced on it, and suddenly realized that her foot didn't hurt at all.

The little princess whispered in Shen Yu's ear, breathing heavily. Shen Yu's ears turned bright red, but the little princess was completely unaware. At that moment, Shen Yu's heart was like rainwater gathering and bursting its banks.

The little princess remained restless on Shen Yu's back, fidgeting and moving around, completely captivating Shen Yu's heart.

"Brother Shenyu, am I being annoying?"

“I’m willing.” Shen Yu said without the slightest hesitation.

"You haven't given me a straight answer." The little princess gently tugged at the boy's ear, persisting relentlessly.

"Your thoughts are my answer."

It would be nice to live like this for the rest of my life.

Shen Yu thought.