Chapter 56 Live Streaming Antics

Ling Wei responded frankly: "I know we may look somewhat alike. But I can assure you that I brought Wanxing here today purely because I appreciate her talent, and there is absolutely no personal reason that you might be thinking of."

Chen Jing didn't say anything more, but simply picked up a slender cigarette from the table, lit it, took a slow drag, and exhaled a wisp of smoke.

After a few seconds of silence, she waved her hand: "Alright, I understand the situation. You guys go back and wait for news. I'll find an opportunity to bring it up with the production company."

Ling Wei bowed and thanked the director, saying, "Thank you!" Then she saw Xiang Wanxing, who was standing there in a daze, and pressed her head down to bow as well.

Watching their movements, Chen Jing suddenly chuckled and teased in a low voice, "They're more like an empress and her subjects."

Her gaze lingered on Ling Wei for a moment, and she said half-jokingly, "Why don't you play the role of Chief Minister Ling? It just so happens that we have the same name."

Ling Wei could only respond with an awkward but polite smile.

Fortunately, Chen Jing seemed to have only mentioned it casually, and then waved her hand again, indicating that they could leave.

On the way back, Xiang Wanxing seemed a little uneasy: "Sister, do you think... there's a chance?"

Ling Wei didn't offer any false comfort, but truthfully replied, "I don't know."

Remembering a practical issue, she suggested, "By the way, Wanxing, you still need to find a suitable agency as soon as possible; it will be important for your future development..."

“Sister,” Xiang Wanxing stopped and turned around, looking at Ling Wei with clear and firm eyes, “I want to follow you.”

Ling Wei was stunned for a moment: "Me? But I'm still a working person, I haven't even established myself yet."

“It’s okay, I can wait!” Xiang Wanxing’s tone was unusually firm. “Ever since I saw your short film, I knew your destination wouldn’t be there, it would definitely be the big screen. There are quite a few directors setting up their own studios to train actors these days, and I think… you can do it too!”

Ling Wei was stunned.

Huh?

Now that you mention it... wait a minute?

As if a ray of light had pierced through the fog, a possibility that had never been considered suddenly became clear before my eyes.

Looking at the girl in front of her, at the unreserved trust in her eyes and the determination to stake her entire future on her, she felt a sudden surge of warmth in her heart.

She suddenly smiled, a smile that ignited her fighting spirit and carried a solemn promise:

"good."

"You won't have to wait too long."

She would never allow this once-brilliant Ziwei star to deviate from its destined path of dazzling brilliance.

Meanwhile, photos from the casting ceremony were uploaded to a mobile phone.

"It's her!!" Su Yuqing's fingers trembled violently, and she almost dropped her phone.

The figure in the photo instantly overlapped with the radiant figure in my memory standing on the podium.

That young actress, Heung Wan-sing, swept all the major awards and won the Best Actress Grand Slam!

"The Legend of Xiao Yue" was as important to Su Yuqing as a lifeline. Ever since she saw Xiang Wanxing's face in Ling Wei's short drama, she had a vague feeling that something was slipping out of her control.

However, she quickly forced herself to calm down.

Lu Yan had already agreed to help her get the lead role. This time, she put aside all pretenses and used the favor she owed him from back then to put pressure on him. Since he was a man who valued his promises, he shouldn't be able to take the role away from her again.

But soon, the member she had bribed to gather inside information about the film crew brought her bad news that nearly froze her blood:

"The director... is trying his best to negotiate with the producer to replace the female lead."

"Replace me?!" Su Yuqing roared uncontrollably, gripping her phone tightly.

She stared intently at Xiang Wanxing's young and vibrant face in the photo, her gaze filled with resentment. Then, she noticed the profile of the woman standing next to Xiang Wanxing.

Ling Wei!!

"By the way, the girl next to her... the director invited her to play the second female lead."

First variety shows, then short dramas, and now, even her highly anticipated "The Legend of Xiao Yue" is trying to get involved?!

A terrifying thought flashed into her mind: Had she also been reborn?!

A wave of immense panic gripped her heart for a moment, but she managed to calm herself down quickly.

impossible.

If Ling Wei were truly reborn, she would know how smooth and bright her path would have been if she had followed the path of becoming an actress in her previous life. She would never have ended up like this, going to the directing department and making some low-brow short dramas.

But regardless of whether she is a reincarnated person or not, there is only one conclusion—

She will eliminate everyone who dares to stand in her way, one by one.

Instead of launching a direct attack, Su Yuqing meticulously arranged a live-streamed book reading event themed "Dialogue with History".

The camera focused on the large wall of books behind her, with various historical books and biographies arranged meticulously, creating a strong visual impact.

She deliberately selected several dramatic historical episodes about Xiao Yue and, in a highly engaging tone, eloquently shared her understanding of the character.

She avoided the political maneuvering and historical background analysis that require a deep understanding of history, and instead talked at length about Xiao Yue's "resilience," "wisdom," and "helplessness" as a woman—labels that are easy for ordinary viewers to relate to.

"I believe that Xiao Yue's greatness lies not in the power she ultimately gained, but in her courage to fight her way out of every adversity..."

Her words were sincere and her eyes were firm, successfully establishing herself as someone "cultured," "insightful," and "respectful of history."

During the discussion, some netizens became interested and asked questions, but her prepared content was not up to par.

Fortunately, with the live stream administrator controlling the comments and the assistant taking the lead, the direction of the live stream quickly turned into what she wanted.

[Sissi truly understands history; this is the Xiao Yue we want to see.]

If "The Legend of Xiao Yue" can achieve this level of depth, I'll immediately subscribe and lock in the subscription.

[Film crew, open your eyes! Su Xi is Xiao Yue herself!]

In the fickle world of entertainment, the ability to calmly read history books truly demonstrates an actor's self-cultivation.

Towards the end of the live stream, while interacting with fans, she glanced at a comment asking about her recent work, and smiled slightly, seemingly unintentionally, her tone carrying just the right amount of longing:

"I've been working on a very important project recently, about a historical figure I admire very much... well, you've probably guessed it, it's Xiao Yue. I hope to have the opportunity to present her magnificent life to everyone."

She didn't explicitly say she had participated in the casting process, but her words like "working hard" and "hoping for an opportunity," combined with her previously established image, were enough for fans to imagine a scenario where "an excellent actress and a perfect role are mutually pursuing each other," raising their expectations to the max.