Chapter 109 The Talented Actor Used as Cannon Fodder (Part 6) Because of Director Yu…
Because Director Yu was keeping a close eye on things, the main shots for the variety show had already been filmed, and he just wanted to leave this awful place that afternoon.
Unfortunately, an accident happened on his first day, and he couldn't do much of the work. He still had to do some extra shots for the evening.
For example, the deep and desolate atmosphere of the old house under the moonlight, the cautiousness of the guests after entering the house, and the scene where everyone comforts Song Yu after he is frightened by a prank.
The reshoot took place, of course, in the house where Song Yu stayed yesterday, the same place where he encountered the blanket ghost and Lin You.
Song Yu had a psychological aversion to this place, but due to the circumstances, he had no choice but to stiffen up and walk in.
Of course, from other people's perspective, they just think that this person got into character in a second and portrayed fear and lingering unease very well, which makes him a very talented actor.
Yesterday's prop blanket has been completely destroyed. With limited funds, Director Yu couldn't find an exact replacement, so he simply added a line of dialogue to cover it up.
Fang Hao stood by the door with his arms crossed, looking at Song Yu sitting on the bed with a pale face, and said succinctly, "Don't be afraid, that blanket was just a prank prop. I've already taken it out and burned it. There was a remote control mechanism inside."
He also took out a blackened part that was impossible to identify. If Song Yu hadn't known the truth, she probably would have believed it.
Chen Miaomiao poured him a glass of water, showing her gentle and thoughtful nature. "Take a break, it's okay. How could there be ghosts in this world?"
Liu Peizhi held a small player, pressed the switch, and sure enough, a familiar, soft, and charming singing voice came out. He only showed it for a moment, and seeing that Song Yu was still a little scared, he quickly turned it off.
"Look, this is just a prop, but this voice is quite good. I wonder where the director found it. It matches the theme of my new album very well. I wonder if we could invite it to sing a duet."
Liu Peizhi is an all-around singer who can play instruments and dance. The black music player flew up and down in his hands, making his fingers look exceptionally long and fair. He also took the opportunity to promote his album.
Xu Yufeng chimed in, "Our director used to play this kind of joke in his previous shows. This time, the joke went a bit too far. We'll definitely have to make him give you a big red envelope later."
These words seemed like advice, but they also subtly pointed out that Song Yu hadn't understood the past of the program and was spoiled and irresponsible. Chen Miaomiao and Liu Peizhi couldn't help but glance at him after hearing this.
Xu Yufeng maintained his gentle and refined smile, as if he were truly just offering advice, while Song Yu appropriately appeared to have been persuaded.
First, he thanked everyone for their concern, then apologized for disturbing them, and said that it was already very late, so he wouldn't keep them from resting any longer.
Once everyone had left and they pretended to go back to their rooms, the charade was over.
Lin You watched in awe. These were just a group of relatively unknown actors, yet their acting skills were so amazing. It's true that no profession is easy to succeed in.
Originally, Director Yu had planned to include scenes where he would intimidate other guests, since it would be too targeted to only scare Song Yu. However, the old house was not very safe, so he felt it was better to behave himself.
For everyone's safety, the director rented another house and arranged for everyone to stay there, explaining that the place had been uninhabited for a long time and was near the mountains, so there was a risk of snakes and insects appearing.
As for why no other accommodations were arranged before, it was of course to save money. He had inspected the old house before, and it was kept very clean and tidy, so there was no problem with people living there.
Right now, compared to money, the safety of personnel is definitely more important.
Unfortunately, some things won't stop happening just because you behave yourself.
While everyone else had gone to rest, and only Director Yu was left with his assistant setting up cameras to take pictures of the night scene in the courtyard, his assistant, a young and strong man in his twenties who often stayed up late, suddenly fell asleep on a stool.
It was only a little past eight o'clock, and it had just gotten dark. This kid should have been full of energy, but he actually fell asleep sitting up, and even started snoring softly.
Director Yu felt uneasy. He had only come to set up a fixed camera and shoot some footage; of course, the right angle for night scenes could only be found at night.
He was too embarrassed to ask a master to accompany him, even though it was something that could have been done in ten minutes. Who knew things would turn out so unexpectedly!
The moon, bright and clear as water in the camera lens, seemed to be veiled by a light gauze. The moon-white gauze floated and swayed like smoke and mist, vaguely forming a human figure.
A figure swayed gracefully, her robes fluttering, as she emerged step by step from the moon. Wherever she went, white petals fell in abundance, making her look like a fairy from the moon palace.
Of course, her deathly pale face and frail body still revealed her true identity.
Although he was terrified, Director Yu still felt that the person who appeared today was better at creating atmosphere and was much more sophisticated than the two from yesterday.
"I didn't expect you to be such a discerning gentleman. I just wonder where my two poor companions are now?" The ethereal female voice came from afar, as if it had arrived in front of him in the blink of an eye. Director Yu subconsciously took a step back.
Yu Mingsi graduated from the Directing Department of the Film Academy. During her university years, she filmed many short dramas and became famous at a young age due to her unique artistic talent.
He is now over forty years old and has been in the entertainment industry for twenty years. He can tell at a glance whether someone is genuinely sincere or just putting on an act.
Moreover, the person in front of him wasn't a professional actor, and the gloating in his tone was completely undisguised.
"Those two are hardly worthy of being your companions, young lady. You are of heavenly beauty, peerless in elegance, and as beautiful as Chang'e. Those two are not even worthy of being your attendants!"
Director Yu's mouth is usually more for criticizing than praising, but now when he's praising someone, it sounds exceptionally sweet. The female ghost was overjoyed by the praise, and even the cold aura around her softened considerably.
Director Yu quickly opened the footage shot yesterday on his computer and showed this person the shabby state of the "quilt ghost" and the ugly state of the "actor ghost."
Then, the director showed the beautiful and dreamy entrance that had just been filmed, and to buy time, he even added some background music on the spot.
"If this video of yours were released, it would probably gain tens of thousands of followers in a day. If you don't mind, could you let me add the video to the variety show as the closing scene?"
To demonstrate his sincerity, he gave another presentation on "Tracing the Footprints," and even showed fans online on the spot, indicating that his show was definitely not a third-rate program.
As for Director Yu, he deeply regretted renting the house so far away. He originally thought it would be safer to stay away from the house, but who knew he would end up getting himself into this mess!
I wonder if Master Lin can sense something's going on from this distance. If I manage to escape death this time, I'll definitely stick by Master Lin's side from now on!
Looking at his little assistant sleeping soundly beside him, with drool still dripping from the corner of her mouth, he really wished he could be unconscious too!
While Director Yu gently explained the variety show to the young woman, he was frantically tagging Lin You in his mind, hoping that Master Lin could hear his prayers.
Lin You did notice the anomaly here, and even Song Yu got the news; his cheat device was buzzing non-stop.
[Ding! A level 3 ghost has been detected within 300 meters. Host, please proceed to capture it. Reward for this mission: 300 points.]
[Ding! Sensing the host's limited abilities, a beginner's gift pack is hereby issued: 3 Beginner Exorcism Talismans, 1 Beginner Purification Talisman, and 1 Intermediate Protective Talisman.]
[Ding! This intermediate-level amulet can withstand attacks from level four ghosts. Please use it with confidence.]
[Ding! Ghosts and monsters lingering in the human world are mostly guilty of heinous crimes. For the sake of all living beings and for peace on earth, please step forward, host, and forge ahead bravely. Perseverance is victory!]
[Ding! …………]
Lin You and Song Yu fell silent. Was this cheat system a little too talkative?
"Let's go. If we wait any longer, Director Yu might be in danger." Although the ghostly aura we sensed was relatively peaceful, ghosts are always unpredictable. Who knows how long Director Yu can hold out?
Song Yu did not want to go. Fear is not something that you can simply stop being afraid of just because you know there will be no danger.
For example, he is afraid of snakes. Even if he encounters a non-venomous rat snake, he will still feel uneasy. So even if he has a talisman, he will still be afraid of ghosts!
But his cheat system has started reciting all sorts of patriotic education, even including "serving the people." I wonder what the creator did to the cheat system.
Song Yu followed Lin You with a look of utter despair, and it took them ten minutes to walk the three hundred meters.
Inside the old house, Director Yu was giving a performance, and when he got excited, he even gave a demonstration. The listener was very intelligent and was able to perform it perfectly after just one look.
"Yes, raise your left arm slightly, turn your head a little to the right, and then raise your head a little more. Very good. Let's move on to the next movement. Would you like to change your clothes? Or touch up your makeup?"
While organizing the photos and short videos he had taken, Director Yu asked the woman in front of him a question.
Song Yu looked at the woman. Although she was not someone he knew, she had a rosy complexion and looked perfectly normal. She should be a living person. The female ghost mentioned by the system had probably already run away.
Before he could even catch his breath, the woman in front of him suddenly turned around, and the layered purple ancient-style gauze dress she was wearing transformed into a pale yellow modern dress.
Song Yu couldn't help but gasp. He suppressed the urge to turn and run, turning his head away and not daring to look at the female ghost again.
Director Yu finally breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the two of them arrive. He grabbed his assistant and stood behind Lin You. "Master, this person's cultivation level seems to be quite high. Can you handle him? Do you need me to get some black dog blood, donkey hooves, or something?"
"Although most of what's written in online novels is nonsense, even if it's just a fictional setting, donkey hooves are for dealing with zombies, right?" Lin You checked the two of them to make sure they were both alright before making a comment.
Song Yu asked curiously, "Does black dog blood really work against these things?"
Lin You didn't know anything about these things. In her previous life, she always used a sword to fight monsters. Her natal sword was specially made for her by the Second Elder. The blade was as beautiful as flowing water.
Unfortunately, she was already in the late Foundation Establishment stage at that time, and the spiritual power required to wield her natal sword was too great, something that a novice like her who hadn't even reached the Qi Refining stage could not do.
"Heh, a man's mouth can really fool even a ghost!" The female ghost sneered at Director Yu, losing all interest in filming. Her clothes gradually faded, and the rosy complexion on her face disappeared, returning to a moonlit white.
Her light clothes moved without wind, and the long ribbons swayed around Lin You, entwining and lingering, like a living white snake.
Song Yu, who was afraid of snakes, had not yet recovered from seeing the ghost and was once again dominated by fear, feeling completely awful.
Before she could even get close, she was severed by a cold light, which then transformed into a chain that bound the female ghost tightly.
This is not an ordinary chain formed from spiritual energy. It was a spoil of war from a secret realm that Ye Zhen acquired during her time in the cultivation world. She gave it to Lin You because it was shiny and beautiful, and she gave it to her to wear as a bracelet.
Her cultivation level is too low now; she can't wield her natal sword, nor can she use even low-grade spiritual weapons, so she can only use this little thing as a weapon.
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Author's Note: Barring any unforeseen circumstances, there will be one more chapter.
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