As Yu Yunzhi had guessed, the real key figure behind Shao Wenyan's return to the screen and his role as the lead actor in this drama was none other than the talented screenwriter Xie Ershu.

In fact, when Xie Ershu began writing the script, she closely associated the image of the male protagonist with Shao Wenyan.

It can be said that this role was almost tailor-made for Shao Wenyan.

That's why, after the drama was confirmed to be filmed, Xie Ershu didn't hesitate to call Shao Wenyan first and strongly invited him to play this important role.

However, due to scheduling conflicts, negotiations have been ongoing, and the deal was only finalized recently.

"Teacher Yu, Director Zhang said that the first formal script reading will begin in ten minutes. You can prepare now."

There was a gentle knock on the door of the dressing room, and crew members peeked in.

As soon as I entered, I saw that pretty little face filled with shock and disbelief.

"Okay!" Yu Yunzhi's eyes, which had just been slightly dazed, finally focused again because of these words.

She has already accepted the fact that Shao Wenyan is the male lead.

But my heart started pounding even faster.

I never imagined I'd be acting alongside my idol.

Yu Yunzhi has always kept a secret in her heart: her idol is Shao Wenyan.

They debuted around the same time, both eight years ago.

However, Yu Yunzhi initially pursued an idol career, but later, due to her outstanding looks, the company began to plan and arrange for her to take on acting roles.

Shao Wenyan started his career as an actor, and by the time Yu Yunzhi took on acting roles, he had already begun to focus on the big screen.

Six years ago, when Shao Wenyan's starring role in "The Passerby" became a huge hit, Yu Yunzhi also watched it and was deeply impressed by Shao Wenyan's acting skills.

Yu Yunzhi has watched all of his subsequent movies and TV series more than once.

It's not just about liking an idol, but also about analyzing his acting skills. I've always hoped to work with Shao Wenyan.

Unfortunately, the difference in their status is too great.

The only thing I've had contact with is probably the various gala events.

But they were merely nodding acquaintances, let alone any kind of cooperation.

I never expected that I would actually have the opportunity to work with Shao Wenyan this time.

Yu Yunzhi only gave her a minute to compose herself. She slightly raised her hand and pressed her beating heart, as if to say: Behave yourself.

Ten minutes later, all the main actors were seated in their places.

Yu Yunzhi glanced at Shao Wenyan sitting opposite her without making a sound.

The second male lead next to him was talking to him, and Shao Wenyan tilted his head slightly, nodding from time to time, showing that he was listening attentively.

Yu Yunzhi only glanced at it and dared not look any longer.

Fortunately, Director Zhang and screenwriter Xie arrived shortly afterward.

Let's all relax and start by introducing ourselves.

"Hello everyone, I am Shao Wenyan, and I play Ji Ziyan in the drama."

"Hello everyone, I am Yu Yunzhi, who plays Xing Yixin in the drama."

"Hello everyone……"

...

After all the main actors were introduced, Director Zhang gave his final concluding remarks.

"Okay, thank you all for trusting me and screenwriter Xie to act in this drama together. Screenwriter Xie and I will definitely not let you down and will do our best to live up to your trust. I hope we can work together to achieve great success."

"Next, we'll begin our first script reading. Please keep your phones on silent for now! Let's finish this quickly and get home! Hahahaha..."

Everyone was infected by Director Zhang's hearty laughter and unconsciously smiled.

This can be considered a break in the ice, and the atmosphere is no longer as awkward as before.

As soon as Director Zhang finished speaking, screenwriter Xie stood up and began to introduce the plot to everyone.

"First, let me briefly introduce this drama. The script revolves around Ji Ziyan and Xing Yixin. Xing Yixin has always lived an ordinary life, going to work every day without any interest in anything. She lives like a robot. The pressure from her family of origin has left her exhausted and unable to spare any energy. Until one day, she meets a mysterious man, Ji Ziyan, and her life is like a calm pond that has been splashed with ripples..."

...

The script reading time passed quickly; in the blink of an eye, the day was over, except for meals, drinks, and bathroom breaks.

"Thank you all for your hard work today!" Director Zhang said, seeing that many people were getting restless. He finally decided to end the reading session. "Tomorrow morning at nine o'clock, we will begin our second script reading session. I hope everyone will arrive on time! You've all worked hard, so please go home and get some rest!"

Hearing this closing speech, which sounded like the school bell ringing out, the workers packed up their things, finally feeling liberated.

Yu Yunzhi also picked up his things and prepared to go home.

"Wen Yan, come here for a moment."

Shao Wenyan was packing his things when he heard Director Zhang call him. He had no choice but to hand them over to his assistant, Xiao Pang, and head towards the director.

Yu Yunzhi looked at Shao Wenyan with pity. He was so pitiful; he had to get off work overtime even after he had already finished his shift.

She quickly packed her things and prepared to leave, afraid that if she was even a second late, she would be called back.

I was almost at the main entrance when I reached into my pocket and realized I hadn't brought my headphones; I'd left them in the lounge before the reading session.

After the reading session ended, Yu Yunzhi told her assistant, Xiaoyu, to leave first, saying she would walk home herself.

So now we have to turn back, but thankfully we didn't go too far.

As Yu Yunzhi walked to the door of his dressing room, he bumped into Shao Wenyan, who had just finished talking with the director and was returning.

Because they are the male and female leads, their dressing rooms are across from each other.

Having just finished reading together, the two had become quite familiar with each other and exchanged a brief nod of greeting.

After exchanging greetings, Yu Yunzhi didn't dare to raise his head and tried to turn the handle to go inside.

But then she suddenly realized that the door was locked, and she didn't have the key, so she couldn't get in.

It was so embarrassing, especially with Shao Wenyan standing behind her. Just as she was thinking of giving up,

A deep, magnetic voice came from behind: "Need any help?"

It was the same voice I had heard countless times during the reading session, but without the surrounding noise, it sounded even better in this quiet environment.

The heat on Yu Yunzhi's body started rising from his feet and even reached the tips of his ears.

I don't know if it's because of the awkward situation or something else.

"No, no, it's not necessary. I'm not in a hurry, so please don't bother. Thank you, Teacher Shao!"

"It's no trouble, Teacher Yu, I know where to find a spare key."

Shao Wenyan's assistant spoke up from the side, then ran out.

Usually, film crews have spare keys to their dressing rooms, but they are kept by a designated person. Currently, apart from the lead actors, most of the other staff members are still there.

Shao Wenyan's assistant left, but he forgot that he didn't open the door for his brother Shao! He also took the key with him in his pocket.

So Shao Wenyan and Yu Yunzhi were left at the door, looking at each other in bewilderment.

Upon seeing this, Yu Yunzhi couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Hearing the laughter, Shao Wenyan slightly raised his eyes, hidden under his hat, and glanced at the smiling girl across from him.

The person opposite him seemed to notice his gaze, and the smile on their lips faded slightly.