On the stage of the Beijing Grand Theatre, Ling Yichen and Jun Mozhan's fame was at its peak. However, with great success comes great scrutiny, and their dazzling brilliance attracted the jealousy and challenges of other actors.
One of them, an actor named Lin Yu, was quite prestigious in the capital's entertainment circle. He was skilled at playing the role of a refined gentleman and had always held himself in high esteem. Seeing Ling Yichen and Jun Mozhan stealing the spotlight, he was extremely resentful and deliberately provoked a conflict.
Lin Yu first publicly criticized Ling Yichen and Jun Moran's performance style, claiming that although their performances were innovative, they violated the essence of traditional opera and were nothing more than empty showmanship, unworthy of serious consideration. His remarks attracted the support of some conservative audience members and actors, and for a time, public opinion turned against Ling Yichen and Jun Moran.
Ling Yichen knew that if they didn't respond directly, their foothold in the capital would be seriously threatened. He was a strong and proactive person, and having worked in the modern entertainment industry for many years, he had his own set of strategies for dealing with such disputes.
He decided to take the initiative and use their own methods against them. Ling Yichen began to carefully study Lin Yu's performances, watching his past plays and analyzing their strengths and weaknesses. Soon, Ling Yichen discovered that although Lin Yu was quite elegant and refined when playing a gentleman, he lacked depth in expressing the character's emotions, and his performances were rather one-dimensional, always confined to a fixed pattern.
Therefore, during a public rehearsal of a theatrical troupe, Ling Yichen cleverly selected a scene similar to one of Lin Yu's frequently performed plays. During rehearsals, he incorporated modern acting techniques, focusing on a multi-layered exploration and portrayal of the character's emotions. When faced with a choice between love and loyalty, his character's eyes conveyed both reluctance to part with his lover and unwavering commitment to national duty. Subtle changes in facial expressions and expressive body language vividly portrayed the character's inner conflict and struggle.
The rehearsal attracted many fellow opera troupes and some curious spectators. After watching, everyone was full of praise for Ling Yichen's performance. They clearly felt that the character Ling Yichen portrayed was more vivid and three-dimensional, while Lin Yu's performance seemed somewhat pale in comparison.
The news quickly reached Lin Yu's ears. Enraged, he decided to challenge Ling Yichen to a duel at an upcoming opera competition. This competition was highly anticipated in the capital's entertainment circle, and performers from all walks of life saw it as an excellent opportunity to showcase their talents.
Jun Mo Ran said to Ling Yi Chen with some concern, "Yi Chen, Lin Yu has a deep-rooted foundation in the capital. He will definitely go all out in this match. We still need to be careful."
Ling Yichen slightly raised his chin, his eyes revealing a confident glint: "Brother Jun, rest assured, I have my own plans. I will not only win, but I will also make him admit defeat wholeheartedly."
In the preparation stage before the competition, Ling Yichen trained even harder. He repeatedly pondered every movement, every line of dialogue, and even meticulously designed his stage positioning and coordination with other actors. At the same time, he actively discussed strategies with everyone in the troupe, leaving no detail overlooked that could affect the outcome of the competition, from costumes and props to stage setting.
Jun Mo Ran also fully supported him, providing him with suggestions on ancient opera culture and audience preferences to help him improve his performance.
Finally, the day of the opera competition arrived. The grand theater was packed, and the audience eagerly awaited this exciting showdown.
Lin Yu was the first to take the stage. He put in extra effort today, trying to redeem his reputation with his superb skills. His performance maintained his usual high standard, and his elegant posture and melodious singing won applause from many audience members.
However, when Ling Yichen appeared on stage, the atmosphere in the entire theater instantly reached a climax. His unique stage presence immediately captivated everyone's attention. During the performance, he flawlessly presented everything he had prepared. His singing was sometimes soaring and passionate, like a grand, resounding bell, deeply moving; at other times, it was melodious and gentle, like a flowing stream, touching the heartstrings. His movements were clean and precise; every gesture and every glance was intimately connected to the character's emotions, as if he himself were that person struggling with love, hate, and passion.
Especially in a scene with his co-star, Ling Yichen skillfully controlled the rhythm and emotional progression, presenting the conflict and contradictions between the characters in a captivating way. His performance not only immersed the audience, but even the judges in the audience couldn't help but nod in approval.
After the performance, the entire audience stood up and applauded, with cheers and applause resounding throughout. After a serious discussion, the judges finally announced Ling Yichen as the winner.
Lin Yu stood to the side, his face pale. He never imagined he would lose so decisively. Ling Yichen walked up to him and said with a smile, "Brother Lin, opera should always be innovative and developing. We should learn from each other and make progress together, rather than slander each other."
Lin Yu, though unwilling, had to admit that Ling Yichen's performance was indeed superior. He lowered his head slightly and said, "Young Master Ling, I am completely convinced of my defeat today, and I will definitely learn from you in the future."
In this battle of wits between actors, Ling Yichen, through his strategic approach and exceptional acting talent, successfully resolved the crisis and solidified his and Jun Mozhan's positions in Beijing's entertainment industry. This incident also made them realize that in the fiercely competitive entertainment world, only by constantly improving themselves and bravely facing challenges can they go further in their careers. Afterwards, they continued to shine on Beijing's stage, embracing more unknown challenges and opportunities, writing their own legendary story.
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