With the filming location issue resolved, Ling Yichen and Jun Moran threw themselves into the final preparations before the start of filming for their new drama. The crew was bustling with activity, with everyone performing their duties. The props team was busy meticulously crafting and organizing various props, striving to recreate every detail from the script; while the costume team worked day and night, designing and producing exquisite costumes based on the characters' traits and the development of the plot.

However, just a week before filming was scheduled to begin, the props department received devastating news. A small fire broke out in the warehouse responsible for storing important props due to aging electrical wiring. Although the fire was quickly extinguished, some key props were destroyed, especially a prop with special symbolic significance used by the main character in the film, which was almost completely destroyed. This prop was meticulously crafted by prop masters over several months based on ancient records, and its complex craftsmanship made it difficult to replicate in a short time.

"What can we do? Filming is only a few days away, and there's no time to redo it!" The props team leader was anxious, his voice tinged with despair.

Ling Yichen and Jun Moran rushed to the warehouse and were extremely anxious upon seeing the chaotic scene. However, Ling Yichen quickly calmed down and reassured them, "Don't panic, everyone. Let's think of a solution together." He carefully inspected the damaged props and found that although the main body was severely damaged, some key components could still be used with minimal effort.

At this moment, Jun Mo Ran had a sudden inspiration: "Could we find some folk artisans skilled in traditional crafts to help with the repairs? Maybe they can do something." Ling Yi Chen's eyes lit up, thinking the idea was feasible. So, the crew quickly mobilized their connections, inquiring everywhere about folk artisans skilled in the relevant crafts. After searching extensively, they finally found a highly skilled old craftsman in a remote town.

After examining the damaged prop, the old craftsman pondered for a moment and said, "Repairing this prop is indeed difficult, but not impossible. However, it requires some special materials, which are hard to find on the market." Ling Yichen quickly replied, "As long as it can be repaired, we'll find any materials we need."

Under the guidance of the veteran craftsman, the crew began tirelessly searching for the necessary materials. They scoured antique markets and handicraft shops, and even contacted collectors. After several days and nights of hard work, they finally gathered all the materials. The veteran craftsman worked day and night, and with his superb skills, he successfully repaired the props the day before filming began.

Having resolved the props issue, the crew barely had time to breathe a sigh of relief when the costume department encountered another problem. Due to a miscalculation in estimating the amount of a specific fabric needed, a shortage occurred, making it impossible to complete all the costumes. This fabric was imported, and the delivery time from order to arrival would be at least half a month, which clearly couldn't meet the filming schedule.

"This is truly one problem after another." Jun Mo Ran rubbed his temples, looking exhausted.

Ling Yichen frowned and thought for a moment before saying, "Let's contact domestic fabric suppliers first to see if there are any similar alternatives. If not, we'll think of other solutions." The costume team acted quickly, contacting dozens of domestic fabric suppliers. After some screening and comparison, they finally found an alternative with a texture and color very similar to the original fabric. Although this alternative was significantly more expensive than the original fabric, the crew gritted their teeth and decided to purchase it in order not to delay the filming schedule.

However, new problems arose one after another. Just the day before filming, the crew received a sudden notification that the town where the filming location was situated was about to experience a rare downpour. According to the weather forecast, the rain would last for two days, meaning the filming schedule would have to be postponed. Ling Yichen and Jun Mozhan looked at the gloomy sky, their hearts filled with helplessness and anxiety.

"This rain came at the worst possible time. All the preparations are complete, and we're just waiting to start filming," Ling Yichen said helplessly.

Jun Mo Ran sighed, "We can't just wait around; we need to think of a solution. How about we build some sets indoors first, shoot some indoor scenes, and then go to the manor to shoot the outdoor scenes after the rain stops?" Ling Yi Chen thought this was a good idea, so he immediately discussed the indoor shooting plan with the director and other staff.

Just as the crew was making intensive preparations for indoor filming, actor Lin Yu suddenly fell ill with a persistent high fever. As the lead actor, Lin Yu's absence would severely impact the filming schedule. Ling Yichen and Jun Moran rushed to Lin Yu's residence, and seeing his weakened state, they were deeply worried.

"Lin Yu, how are you feeling? You must get better soon," Jun Mo Ran asked with concern.

Lin Yu forced himself to speak and said, "I'm sorry, director, I didn't mean to be like this either. I will recover as soon as possible."

Ling Yichen comforted him, "Don't worry, just focus on getting better. We'll adjust the filming schedule." The crew immediately arranged for a doctor to treat Lin Yu and adjusted the filming order, shooting some supporting roles' scenes first.

After a series of setbacks, the crew finally began filming on the first day after the rainstorm subsided. However, Ling Yichen and Jun Moran knew that this was only the beginning of filming, and various problems might arise during the subsequent production.