After slacking off for a few days, the shooting finally began, and Jian Dan and Mu Yi also joined the crew.
With Fang He frequently filming back in the day, Jian Dan had some understanding of how a set worked, as she would often go there to hang out when she had nothing else to do.
âYouâre here?â Ling Yuqian greeted Jian Dan with enthusiasm when he saw her arrive.
âIs this your look for the film? Itâs really dashing!â Jian Dan said upon seeing Ling Yuqian in his ancient costume.
Upon hearing Jian Danâs compliment, a bright smile spread across Ling Yuqianâs face, âOf course, with a handsome face like this, any look is easily supported.â
âYouâre really not modest at all!â Jian Dan jested.
âI wish, only my ability doesnât allow for it!â A charming curve formed at Ling Yuqianâs mouth.
Mu Yi, who had been following behind and standing near Jian Dan, watched everything with a complicated expression.
Ling Yuqian indeed had a very good-looking face, but since Jian Dan faced Chu Liyuanâs incredibly handsome features every day, she naturally wasnât overly impressed by Ling Yuqian, and his self-admiration earned him a big eye roll from her.
âThe way you roll your eyes is really cute!â Ling Yuqian put his hands in his pockets and leaned down to meet Jian Danâs gaze.
âYouâre not that old, how come youâre so slick?â Jian Dan teased mercilessly once more.
âWhy are you so different? Iâm complimenting you, you know. And yet, you call me slick.â It was Jian Danâs uniqueness that made his fondness for her only increase.
âWell then, thanks, I guess!â Jian Dan skirted past Ling Yuqian and walked towards Yuanyuan.
Ling Yuqian watched Jian Danâs retreating figure, his brows wrinkling slightly. Had his charm waned? Why couldnât he stir any interest?
âYuanyuan, how are the preparations going?â
âJian, youâre here?â The first thing Yuanyuan did wasnât to look at Jian Dan but to scan around her, and only after confirming that Qian Lele wasnât there did she relax her tense nerves.
âYuanyuan, youâre really losing your nerve! Youâre scared of a kid!â Jian Dan said with disdain.
âI think we should focus on discussing the film!â
âAlright!â Yuanyuan had now reached a point where just the mention of Qian Lele made her nervous.
âDiscussing the film, shouldnât you be including me, the male lead, in this conversation?â Ling Yuqian walked over.
Ling Yuqian, who had just joined them, hadnât heard the previous conversation.
âThen, letâs do it together! Tell us about your understanding of the male lead!â Yuanyuan turned her head towards Ling Yuqian.
âI think the character of the male lead is quite likable, someone whoâs reserved and lives a detached life. However, his character slowly unravels after meeting the female lead. He could let down everyone in the world, but not her.â As he spoke, he turned his gaze towards Jian Dan and continued, âThat part is quite similar to me.â
âYou? How do you look like the devoted type at all?â Jian Dan mocked again.
âJian Dan, do you really enjoy teasing me? Where do I look unfaithful?â Ling Yuqian retorted.
âYou? How do you?â Jian Dan tilted her head and questioned.
That single statement left Ling Yuqian speechless.
It seemed his first step was to change the preset image she had of him in her mind before there was any chance of further developments with her, Ling Yuqian thought to himself.
Ling Yuqian was so obvious in his display that only the equally oblivious Jian Dan and Yuanyuan failed to notice, but Mu Yi, standing behind, had seen right through Ling Yuqianâs intentions.
âThe director is ready, we can start shooting!â The assistant director approached Yuanyuan and announced.
âGood! Letâs get ready to roll!â
The first scene to be shot was the encounter between the male and female leadsâ¦
âWho wouldâve thought, Ling Yuqianâs acting is really that good?â As soon as Ling Yuqian was in character, he transformed completely. âItâs true, natural talent really does make a difference!â He was born to be an actor.
All of a sudden Mu Yi, who had been standing behind Jian Dan, spoke out, âHe likes you!â