As soon as she saw his expression, Huang Qingyu knew what he wanted to say to her, "You want to talk to me about filming, right?"
"yes."
Since she asked the question herself, it would save trouble. Director Liu nodded readily.
"I really think you're perfect for the female lead role in that drama. Your temperament and everything else are perfect. If you agree to play that role, we can start filming a little later."
Upon hearing this, Huang Qingyu's parents looked at each other in bewilderment, but neither of them interrupted their conversation nor interfered with Huang Qingyu's decision. They respected every decision their daughter made, whether she agreed or refused, they supported her.
Huang Qingyu didn't say anything for a while. She was silent for a long time before she expressed her worries.
"Director Liu, you know what I've been through. If you hire me and let me play the leading female role in 'Across the Stars and Moons,' I'm sure there will be a lot of scandals."
"Director Liu, this is not good for you, nor for the ratings of the TV series. It will also have an impact on the other actors in the crew."
She had read the script of "Treading Across the Stars and Moons" and, to be honest, she was really attracted to it. She liked the leading female role and the plot very much, but she couldn't ruin everyone's hard work just because of her own liking.
If Director Liu lets her play the leading female role, many people will definitely say that he is just chasing after and creating buzz because she has been imprisoned and has attracted a lot of attention. Director Liu only lets her be the leading female role in order to become famous and create a gimmick.
At the same time, those people will question her.
Not for any other reason, but because she has retired for so many years and has been imprisoned, they will question her. Does she really have the ability to play the role of the leading actress well?
In fact, not to mention those people, she herself had doubts about herself. She was also worried and afraid. She was afraid that she would not be able to play the role well and would not be able to bring the role to life.
"You don't have to worry about that."
Lu Yining took two steps forward, shaking his head.
"Director Liu doesn't seem to have a great mouth on ordinary days, but when it matters, he really shines. Look at that sharp tongue of his. Doesn't he usually get angry at people? If someone really questions you, him, or the crew, you'll see if Director Liu will stand up and tear them apart."
Director Liu: “…”
I admit that you have some truth in what you say, but could you please stop making me sound like a bandit?
Uh… “Who is this?”
Huang Qingyu looked at Lu Yining. He seemed... a little unfamiliar?
Director Liu opened his mouth and was about to introduce Lu Yining to Huang Qingyu, but the next second, he heard Lu Yining speak crisply.
"Hello, Sister Qingyu, my name is Lu Yining, Lu as in land, Yi as in thought, and Ning as in peace. Lu Yining, you can just call me Yining."
"I am the second female lead in 'Across the Stars and Moons', and he is the second male lead, his name is Ji Shiyan."
At this point, Lu Yining pointed at Ji Shiyan and continued to cheer Huang Qingyu up: "We all support you in making a comeback and returning to the screen."
Director Liu: This introduction is quite detailed... The words are also very well said.
But none of this matters at this moment. The most important thing is to seize the opportunity and pursue the victory!
"Although what she said just now was biased, generally speaking, it still makes some sense."
"I've never been one to take gossip seriously. If someone dares to spread rumors and stir up trouble, I won't just sit there in the corner like a quail egg, saying nothing."
"Just consider whether you want to play the leading female role. If you do, just focus on filming. I'll take care of the rest. Even if the sky falls, I'll hold it up. You don't have to be afraid."
At the end, Director Liu patted his chest and made a promise to Huang Qingyu.
"Emma, Director Liu, you're quite handsome~" Lu Yining immediately gave Director Liu a thumbs up and praised him.
Upon hearing this, Director Liu flirted with Lu Yining. "Isn't he handsome? My charm has never diminished. The fact that you like me shows that you have good taste."
Lu Yining understood the meaning in his eyes: Yue~ I want to vomit, I really want to vomit... This guy is shameless!
"Although your comeback now would certainly be controversial, this is also the best time. Director Liu has always had a keen eye. If he says you're suitable for the female lead, then you definitely are, and you might even become a huge hit. You should consider it carefully."
Ji Shiyan gave Huang Qingyu a few words of analysis and advice, then stood aside and acted as a background board, without saying anything else.
Huang Qingyu didn't say anything for a long time. She lowered her head, as if she was struggling, or as if she had already made a decision, but she still needed to take a brave step forward.
Seeing her like this, the others remained silent and waited quietly for her decision.
This was her choice to make, and they... had no right to interfere.
Among these people, Director Liu was the most nervous.
It was so hard to find someone who matched the image of the heroine in the book so well. If Huang Qingyu refused, he wouldn't know who to find to play the leading female role.
And most importantly, this is the heroine that Lu Yining recognizes in his heart!
Not a single word she said was false, which means that as long as Huang Qingyu can play the leading female role in "Treading Across the Stars and the Moon", plus the actors who have already been confirmed for the roles, the probability of "Treading Across the Stars and the Moon" becoming a hit is as high as 99%!
Director Liu kept thinking:
"Oh, good, good."
"Please God, please let Huang Qingyu agree!"
"Xin Nan was willing to eat vegetarian food for a month just to get Huang Qingyu to agree to play the leading female role in 'Treading the Stars and Moon'!"
Almost as soon as he finished reciting this sentence in his mind, Huang Qingyu gave his answer.
"Director Liu, I want to play the role of Qiao Qinxue."
"Pah--" Director Liu sat down on the bed behind him with a miserable look on his face.
Oh my God, you are so cruel to me!
Wuuuuuu…I can’t eat meat for the next month…wuuuuuu…
This sudden change startled everyone in the room. Even Huang Qingyu's parents, who were standing further away, couldn't help but stretch out their hands and pretend to support him.
Huang Qingyu propped herself up and looked at him with concern: "Director Liu, what happened to you? Are you okay?"
"Very good, very good." Director Liu waved his hand: "It's okay, I'm just happy."
He rubbed his buttocks with a grin as he stood up from the bed. He walked up to Huang Qingyu and extended his hand: "Welcome to the crew. I will announce the crew information and cast list after you are discharged from the hospital. In the meantime, you can rest here and recuperate."
Hearing this, Huang Qingyu nodded gratefully: "Okay, thank you, Director Liu."
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