53 Chapter 53
Time quickly came to three days later, and the male cultivators who came for the audition lined up in front of the Linglong Pavilion.
Although joining the Hehuan Sect sounds dishonorable, the Hehuan Sect's strength and financial resources are unquestionable as it is one of the five major sects of immortal cultivation. It can skip layers of selection and directly obtain the treatment of inner disciples. There are many weak and impoverished independent cultivators who want to fight for wealth and glory.
Of course, there were also many monks who yearned for the entertainment industry after coming to the City That Never Sleeps, or fans like Hyun Mo who simply wanted to be closer to their idols and came here with a sincere heart to pursue their dreams of entering the entertainment industry. Coupled with the passers-by who came to watch the excitement, the whole square was bustling with people, much like the auditions at that time.
However, unlike the open auditions, this time the participants are male cultivators with various styles.
"Hey! Look! Is that male cultivator really eight feet tall and coming over to sign up?"
"That's nothing. Look at that one! He's fat as a ball, it's not good at all!"
There were passersby who commented on the applicants with great interest, and there were also female cultivators who heard that the applicants were all handsome men and came over specifically to admire them.
"Wow! Look at that male cultivator in armor. He's so handsome~"
"What's that? Look at that guy over there, the one in white clothes holding a long sword. He's a genuine swordsman! Not only good-looking, but also powerful..."
"I know, I know! I watched that battle video he posted of him slaying monsters with a sword several times!"
"He's so handsome, with a beautiful face. I really want him to dance with me with swords every day..."
"Oh, if only these male cultivators could also participate in talent shows, I would be willing to vote for them!"
"Forget it. The Hehuan Sect is composed entirely of female disciples. There's no need for male cultivators to be promoted..."
Just when everyone was talking excitedly, the door of Linglong Tower finally opened. The first ones to come out were ordinary disciples of Hehuan Sect. They first screened out some of those guys whose height and weight did not meet the requirements, or who were ugly. Then Lanxi screened out those monks with average looks, and finally brought those handsome guys who passed the selection into the tower.
This time, the applicants did not stay in the lobby on the first floor for long. Instead, they were taken to the office area upstairs. After they all stood in a row at the door of the interview room, Lan Xi took out the list in his hand and read it out one by one:
"One sword breaks all calamities, the sky and water are far away...you all should go in for the audition in order!"
So Xuan Mo, whose online name was called, was the first to step out. He walked to the door under everyone's envious gaze, took a deep breath to suppress his excitement, pushed open the door and slowly walked into the room.
There was an empty space in the middle of the room that resembled a stage. Opposite the stage, several familiar female cultivators were sitting side by side. The person in the middle was Ning Shu, whom he had been dreaming about.
Xuan Mo walked straight to the stage, lowered his head and looked intently at the girl in yellow sitting in the seat: "Ning Shu, I'm here to keep my appointment."
As expected, no matter what kind of cultivation these men have, they all behave the same in front of women! Zi Xiao, who was automatically ignored, curled his lips in disdain, and his heart was completely disenchanted with sword cultivators.
"Hello, one sword breaks all calamities." Ning Shu was very gentle towards this fan of hers. She smiled with two dimples, and her eyes were filled with a hint of expectation and encouragement:
"I really admire your excellent swordsmanship. You look so handsome in battle. Could you tell me your name?"
"Xuan Mo, a disciple of the Qingfeng Sword Sect." Xuan Mo stood as straight as a young poplar, unconsciously tightening his grip on the sword in his hand. "He's at the middle stage of the Golden Core Realm, but he's successfully defeated cultivators in the late Golden Core Realm."
Generally speaking, this situation means that the golden elixir in his dantian is not ordinary. Even if he reaches the Nascent Soul stage or even the God Transformation stage in the later stage, his cultivation level will still far exceed that of the cultivators of the same level. He is a rare genius in cultivation that can only be seen once in a thousand years.
This handsome young man is truly a perfect protagonist! Ning Shu took a deep breath when she heard this. This cold personality, handsome face, superb talent, coupled with the identity of a swordsman... If this young man was born in those fairy puppet shows, he would be destined to have a passionate love affair!
If I have such a standard "leading actor" joining the cast, my movie will definitely be a box office hit! Ning Shu's eyes lit up instantly: "Xuan Mo, can you join my family... I mean, can you join our Nie Xiaoqian crew? I really, really need you!"
Look at that fair complexion, that straight nose, and those deep, dark eyes like a cold pond! To be so handsome and outstanding in a world of cultivation filled with handsome men and beautiful women, I'll sign you today just for this face! Thinking of this, Ning Shu offered his price with great sincerity:
"If you are willing to sign a contract with our Hehuan Sect, I will immediately arrange for you to play the second male lead. Of course, the subsequent scripts and resources will also be available. We will also cover all the spiritual stones and magic tools you need for your cultivation!
Moreover, we only have a work contract, and you can continue to be a disciple of the Qingfeng Sword Sect..."
Compared to Ning Shu's chattering, Zi Xiao on the side was much more understanding. She looked at this silly boy whose ears had been red with nervousness since he entered the room, and said with a smile:
"Ning Shu is the director, screenwriter, and actor of the crew. If you join us, you can always film with her."
Hearing this, Xuan Mo finally took his eyes off Ning Shu's face. He stared at the smooth floor in front of him, his thick eyelashes fluttering twice: "I have never learned acting, but I will work hard."
Ning Shu was stunned for a moment, then immediately patted his chest and promised: "It's okay, it's okay. It just so happens that the role you are going to play is also a ruthless and taciturn swordsman. Just play it yourself. It's not difficult at all. I will teach you, don't worry!"
Acting, lines, and all that stuff aren't important! What matters is that Hyun-mo is handsome enough and has a unique aura! Aren't those young actors on Earth so incredibly talented and still incredibly popular? Besides, Hyun-mo actually has real talent! Unlike those who rely on special effects and body doubles!
Thinking of this, Ning Shu's attitude became more friendly. She looked at Xuan Mo as if she saw a cash cow. "If you agree, go with our staff to have a rest. We will sign the contract after the interview is over!"
Xuan Mo nodded in agreement, but didn't move. Under the increasingly puzzled gazes of the crowd, he lowered his head and remained silent for a while. Suddenly, he mustered up the courage to look up and said, "Then... can we take a photo together?"
"Sure, of course!" Ning Shu stood up confidently, leaned next to Xuan Mo, raised the Spirit Shadow Stone, and made a gesture with his hand: "I can even sign it for you!"
After taking a photo with his idol who had not been in public for a long time and even getting Ning Shu's autograph, Xuan Mo was finally satisfied. He held the paper tightly in his hand and left the room, looking back every few steps, under the guidance of Lan Xi.
Looking at his reluctant back, Zi Xiao couldn't help but laugh and joke, "Young Sect Master, I knew you were gifted, didn't I? You've even captured such a talented swordsman~, so what? Do you want to have a romantic relationship?"
"And after the Tianyan Sect, we'll have the old man from the Qingfeng Sword Sect block the gate of the Hehuan Sect and curse for seven days and seven nights, right?"
Ning Shu rolled her eyes: "That handsome guy is obviously just here to chase stars. Besides, I never engage in office romances."
Although the actress for Yan Chixia had been decided, considering that the Hehuan Sect would definitely not have only female actors in the future, Ning Shu continued to interview subsequent contestants and signed several male cultivators who performed well as backup actors for the next movie or TV series.
But it is a pity that perhaps because most cultivators in the world of cultivation respect strength, Ning Shu still has not found a suitable candidate to play the nerdy Ning Caichen after interviewing all the applicants.
"Alas, I've searched the entire city that never sleeps but still can't find a suitable male lead. How can we continue filming this movie?" Ning Shu held her cheeks with both hands and sighed in the conference room. "And the second male lead is that handsome boy Xuan Mo. If the male lead is not chosen well, it will easily be overshadowed by the supporting role. What should I do?"
Zixiao had no way to deal with this. Every time she looked at a job applicant, she couldn't help but imagine the other party and Ziqiu in love. Then her evil mother-in-law mentality would periodically flare up, and she felt that none of those mediocre men were worthy of her own apprentice.
"Oh, if this continues, do I have to ask Tieying to play the opposite role?" Ning Shu sighed and leaned on the table: "But her healthy wheat-colored skin doesn't look like a scholar at all... Will I have to revise the script before filming starts? This is really an ominous sign..."
Just as the two of them were sitting opposite each other with sad faces, they suddenly heard hurried footsteps outside the door: "Miss, Miss! It's terrible! Outside, outside..."
"Xiao Cui? Aren't you filming the music video for the Nichang girl group?" Ning Shu climbed up from the table: "What's wrong? Why are you so flustered?"
Xiao Cui, like Ning Shu, was a newbie in the Qi training stage. Her flying spells were sometimes effective and sometimes not. She must have been too anxious at this time and simply ran all the way over. When she heard Ning Shu's question, she gasped and said, "Outside, there's a man outside..."
"Another old man cursing in front of the sect gate?" Zi Xiao was already accustomed to such situations: "Let him curse as much as he wants, anyway..."
"No...it's a young male cultivator..."
"A young male cultivator is also here to curse? Maybe one of the sisters dumped him. No need..."
"That male cultivator collapsed in front of our sect's gate, covered in blood! His body was covered in gravel and dirt, and he's now lying there, his life or death unknown!" Xiao Cui finally caught her breath and finished her words.
"Ah? Covered in blood?" Zixiao looked at Ning Shu in confusion: "He couldn't have been unfaithful and was raped by one of the sisters..." She gently stroked her neck with her thumb: "He was raped, wasn't he?"
"You can't just dump the body right out the door!" Ning Shu slammed the table in anger. "Our Hehuan Sect's reputation has finally improved thanks to the previous talent show. Now is the critical moment for us to clear our name and expand our market. How could such a serious incident happen?"
Having said that, Ning Shu could no longer sit still and simply ran towards the sect gate: "No! We must deal with this matter quickly before the news spreads! If we delay it any longer and it becomes a public relations crisis, all our previous efforts will be wasted!"
"Oh, what a headache." Zixiao also sighed and stood up: "I'll go with you to take a look."
【Author’s words】
Guess the guy lying at the door with no prizes? [狗头]
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