Editor:Â Nyoi-Bo Studio
When Gu Huanhuan saw Sister Gao, she had just finished a phone call.
âHuanhuan, great news! I communicated with Director Zheng. He wants you to go for a screen test tomorrow. The filming for âPrincess of Lianchengâ is almost set, just waiting for the lead roles to be cast. Youâve rarely done period dramas, so this is a fantastic opportunity. Go home and prepare well,â Sister Gao said excitedly.
âThank you, Sister Gao,â Gu Huanhuan replied. She knew that every role she had played was secured through Sister Gaoâs hard work, so she always put in her best effort to bring the characters to life.
âDirector Zheng is investing heavily in this project. Iâve heard that the costumes are being specially made, extremely luxurious and exquisite. Many people are looking forward to the characters. You might have a costume fitting tomorrow, so get a good rest tonight and donât show up with panda eyes,â Sister Gao reminded her.
âOK,â Gu Huanhuan agreed. Sister Gao knew her well and always gave precise reminders.
âThereâs a new âprincessâ at the company. Have you met her?â Sister Gao asked.
âMm-hmm, we just had a chat,â Gu Huanhuan replied, frowning slightly. If Sister Gao specifically mentioned someone, it usually wasnât a small matter.
âStay away from her. Sheâs the new favorite of the companyâs vice president. Since he has a family, theyâre keeping it low-key. Be mindful,â Sister Gao, a PR expert with well-connected sources, warned her.
âOh, no wonder sheâs so arrogant,â Gu Huanhuan scoffed.
âYeah, but she does have some popularity. Sheâs just relying on her looks and voice to grab attentionâa vase with no real talent. She wonât last,â Sister Gao observed, having seen many like her come and go quickly.
âDonât worry. I donât like getting involved in such messy affairs anyway,â Gu Huanhuan assured. Since getting married, she was even more cautious about her actions and words, knowing any slip could make headlines and affect her family.
After chatting for a while, Gu Huanhuan decided to go home and quietly study the script. She felt she hadnât quite grasped the princessâs psychological changes yet.
As she left, she saw Qin Wanâer, who greeted her awkwardly. Gu Huanhuan nodded and quickly walked away.
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The next dayâs audition went exceptionally well, as if the role had been tailor-made for Gu Huanhuan.
The princess of Liancheng was spirited, pure, and courageousâall qualities that Gu Huanhuan possessed.
The decision was quickly made: Gu Huanhuan would play the female lead, and the male lead would be played by the Best Actor award winner, Lu Yiming.
Gu Huanhuan was thrilled and immediately shared the news with Wen Chi.
Her joy was palpable in her voice. Since he was still out of town and couldnât celebrate with her, Wen Chi could only express his happiness over the phone.
Soon, the opening ceremony was held. When Gu Huanhuan saw Qin Wanâer on set, she was momentarily stunned, marveling at Qin Wanâerâs resourcefulness.
Director Zheng was known for his impartiality and rarely cast âflower vaseâ actresses. That Qin Wanâer could be here likely meant there was pressure from the higher-ups.
Her assistant quietly approached her and said, âShe went to see the general manager and quickly secured a role in the drama. I heard sheâs playing the princessâs sister, and you two are love rivals.â
The assistant was well-informed, making Gu Huanhuan feel like she was the only one out of the loop.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
âItâs fine,â Gu Huanhuan responded with an indifferent smile.
As long as she wasnât provoked, she wouldnât start any trouble.