Taking advantage of the handshake, Shang Yechu openly sized up his competitor.
Wei Xuan had a rugged appearance, with neatly styled shoulder-length hair. His features weren't particularly refined, but they were harmonious and clear, pleasing to the eye. He wore a gray-black stand-up collar wool coat with only one large button at the collar, giving it a simple yet elegant look. He was about the same height as Shang Yechu, but with a more athletic build.
She is an elegant and serene woman, like ebony and sandalwood.
Before meeting Wei Xuan in person, Shang Yechu had a 30% chance of winning. After seeing Wei Xuan in person, she silently added another 1% to her chance, making it 82%.
Many people have a misconception that spies and other undercover agents are like those depicted in movies or TV dramas—handsome and dazzling like diamonds. They believe that a single glance can captivate all, bewitch enemies, and make them serve them like slaves.
Such things might happen abroad. But in China, the disciplined Communist Party strictly prohibits assassination and seduction, whether by male or female spies.
Many male and female spies in movies and TV dramas are dressed flamboyantly, swaggering around and openly moving freely among various forces, exuding an air of suave charm—it's as if they have "I'm a big fish, come and investigate me!" written all over their faces. It's utter nonsense.
Many spy dramas present a bizarre fallacy: the more prominent, daring, and unconventional a character is, the less suspicious they are. This is supposedly a psychological blind spot for the enemy. This is truly a bizarre misconception.
Aside from the inherent dangers of undercover work, the factional struggles and infighting within the Kuomintang were extremely brutal. Today's nail-biter is tomorrow's scorched earth. In such a harsh environment, standing out and highlighting one's "individuality"—if you have connections, that's fine; if you don't, you're just asking for trouble!
Moreover, not many people in this world possess contrarian thinking or profound strategic acumen. Most Kuomintang agents are simply going through the motions. They follow the established procedures, arresting whoever seems most suspicious in the linear deduction. Whether right or wrong, they arrest someone first to get the job done.
An undercover agent who can draw everyone's attention to himself is better suited to be a blackboard than an undercover agent.
Shang Yechu had studied a lot of materials during this period and knew that this kind of acting wouldn't work. "Half a Day" is a serious drama, not an idol spy drama or a martial arts spy drama. The character of Li Yiming needs to have a dignified and generous appearance, but without any aggression and with a very approachable demeanor. He shouldn't leave too deep an impression, but he also shouldn't be completely lost in a crowd.
In this respect, Wei Xuan's physical appearance was clearly superior to Shang Yechu's. Shang Yechu touched her hair, somewhat regretting not having cut it short before coming. It was all Ji Juntao's fault.
Wei Xuan was also sizing up Shang Ye Chu.
As competitors, it would be hypocritical for Wei Xuan to have any goodwill towards Shang Yechu. But he wouldn't stoop to belittling his opponent—belittling one's opponent is also belittling oneself.
Upon seeing Shang Yechu's appearance and demeanor, Wei Xuan felt reassured.
Shang Yechu is beautiful and gentle, yet possesses a stubborn streak that is not readily apparent. Moreover, for some reason, she appears excessively haggard and thin. Such features might be suitable for a fantasy romance drama, but compared to the legendary Li Yiming, she seems utterly unsuitable.
The two exchanged a few perfunctory pleasantries before returning to their seats.
At nine o'clock sharp, the staff member walked out of the audition room with a smile and went straight to Wei Xuan.
"Teacher Wei, Director Liu said you can go in now."
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