Amidst the hectic filming schedule of "Legend of Star and Moon," the breaks between takes were like a tranquil harbor in a weary voyage, bringing Ling Yichen and Jun Moran moments of relaxation and warmth. These seemingly ordinary daily moments, like a gentle stream, nourished their hearts as they struggled in the ancient entertainment industry.
As dawn broke, the first rays of sunlight gently bathed a corner of the film set, announcing a temporary break from filming for the day. Taking advantage of this rare moment of leisure, Ling Yichen and Jun Mozhan strolled to a quiet garden beside the set. The garden was a riot of color, with vibrant blooms vying for attention. A gentle breeze carried their rich fragrance, a truly delightful experience. Jun Mozhan, who had always cherished a deep love for flowers, leaned down, his gaze fixed intently on a delicate peony. His slender fingers lightly touched the smooth petals, his voice soft and full of admiration: "Yichen, look at this peony. Its colors are vibrant, its blossoms full and round. Truly, 'Only the peony is the true national beauty, its blooming season stirs the capital.' In ancient times, only the imperial court and wealthy families were fortunate enough to witness such a magnificent sight. Its elegant and luxurious beauty truly makes it the pinnacle of flowers."
Ling Yichen leaned against Jun Moran, watching his focused and absorbed expression, and a faint smile unconsciously appeared on his lips: "Brother Jun has such profound knowledge and insight into flowers and plants. Today has truly broadened my horizons. In the world I come from, although there are many kinds of flowers, peonies that carry such a deep ancient charm and cultural heritage are rare to see."
Jun Mo Ran straightened up, turned to look at Ling Yi Chen, and smiled warmly: "If the opportunity arises, I will definitely take you to see all the rare and exotic flowers and plants in this world, so that you can deeply appreciate the unique charm and elegant sentiment contained in ancient flowers and plants." After speaking, the two strolled leisurely along the winding flower path, basking in the fresh and pleasant morning air, feeling the tranquil flow of time. Among them, several colorful butterflies fluttered among the flowers, their light and agile figures like fairy spirits in a dream. Ling Yichen, suddenly seized by a playful impulse, reached out to catch the fluttering butterfly with childlike innocence. Jun Mozhan, watching from the side, couldn't help but chuckle, "Yichen, you look just like an innocent child right now." Ling Yichen, however, didn't mind, his eyes sparkling brightly, "Brother Jun, these butterflies are so delicate and lovely. I just wanted to get a little closer to them and feel the lively beauty of these creatures of nature." Although he ultimately failed to catch the butterfly, Ling Yichen's radiant smile, as bright as the rising sun, shone in the morning light, dispelling all regret and disappointment.
As noon approached, the sun grew increasingly scorching, hanging high in the sky and casting its intense rays. The two returned to the film set's rest area. Jun Mo Ran took out several exquisite pastries from his bag, pastries he had specially instructed the kitchen to prepare that morning. "Yi Chen, these are pastries I specially prepared for you. Please try them." Jun Mo Ran handed the pastries to Ling Yi Chen, his eyes filled with concern and expectation. Ling Yi Chen gladly accepted the pastries, took a small bite, and the sweet flavor instantly filled his mouth, leaving a lingering fragrance: "Brother Jun, these pastries are absolutely delicious, soft, sweet, and fragrant. You've truly gone to great lengths." Seeing Ling Yi Chen's satisfied expression, Jun Mo Ran's heart was also filled with joy and pleasure: "Since you like them, that's good. These days of filming have been incredibly tiring; you need to eat more to replenish your energy so you can be in better condition for the rest of the filming."
Inside the rest area, they often shared anecdotes from their lives. Ling Yichen enthusiastically described the modern world's towering skyscrapers that pierced the clouds; the convenient transportation that sped across vast distances in an instant; and the dazzling array of novel technological products that left one breathless. Jun Moran listened attentively, his eyes sparkling with curiosity and longing, as if he had been transported to that distant and mysterious modern world: "Yichen, the world you describe sounds like it's full of endless wonder and possibilities. I truly yearn to experience it for myself someday." Ling Yichen smiled and replied, "Brother Jun, if the opportunity arises, I will certainly take you to experience the wonders and excitement of that modern world."
In the afternoon, as the heat intensified, a sense of stuffiness and weariness permeated the air on set, and the staff all looked exhausted. Seeing this, Ling Yichen suggested, "Brother Jun, everyone is a bit tired right now. How about we play a little game to pass the time and ease this dull atmosphere?" Jun Mo Ran readily agreed, "That's a great suggestion, but I wonder what kind of game you'd like to play, Yichen?" Ling Yichen thought for a moment, then his eyes lit up, "Let's play word puzzles! This game can both stimulate the mind and relieve fatigue, it's quite suitable." So, Ling Yichen took the lead and gave a word puzzle: "Bite off the cow's tail in one bite, what character is it?" Jun Mo Ran frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and then calmly answered, "The character is '告' (gào)." Ling Yichen nodded in praise, "Brother Jun is exceptionally clever, you guessed it right away." Then, Jun Mo Ran also gave a word puzzle: "Half green, half purple, what character is it?" Ling Yichen pondered for a moment, then smiled and said, "It must be the character '素' (sù) without a doubt." The two went back and forth, gradually increasing the difficulty of the riddles. The surrounding staff were also drawn in by their game, gathering around to join in. Soon, the rest area was filled with laughter and chatter, the previously somber atmosphere instantly dissipating into a relaxed and joyful scene.
As dusk fell, the soft glow of the setting sun draped every inch of the film set like a golden veil, bathing the entire world in a mesmerizing golden hue. Ling Yichen and Jun Moran, having finished their day's filming, strolled hand in hand to the tranquil lakeside near the set. The lake, reflecting the setting sun, shimmered like a giant golden mirror, mirroring the magnificent sunset and the surrounding green mountains and trees—a breathtakingly beautiful scene, like a natural landscape painting. Willows swayed gracefully by the lake, their slender branches dancing in the breeze, as if nature itself had gently painted this dreamlike and exquisite landscape. Jun Moran bent down, picked up a flat pebble, and with a flick of her wrist, flung it forcefully into the lake. The pebble bounced a few times on the surface, creating shimmering ripples. Seeing this, Ling Yichen was eager to try as well. He imitated Jun Mo Ran, throwing the pebble with all his might. However, his technique was a little clumsy, and the pebble only bounced once on the surface of the lake before quickly sinking back into the water. Jun Mo Ran, seeing this, smiled gently and patiently said, "Yichen, skipping stones is a skill. You need to skillfully use the strength of your wrist, and the angle of the throw is also crucial." He then demonstrated several times. Ling Yichen watched intently, and after several attempts, he finally succeeded in making the pebble bounce several times on the lake's surface. At that moment, he excitedly leaped up and shouted, "Brother Jun, I've learned it!" Jun Mo Ran, seeing his ecstatic expression, couldn't help but laugh heartily. His cheerful laughter echoed across the lake and carried far away.
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