bdsm-fiction Chapter 41: A Crisis Lurks!
Chapter 41: A Crisis Lurks!
When the two arrived at the film set, most of the staff were already in place, and the assistant director was using a megaphone to direct the extras to their positions.
The makeup artist, with her sharp eyes, spotted them immediately and quickly pulled them into the dressing room, brushes and powder puffs at the ready.
"Teacher Xu Lang, let's go over the script here. We'll have dialogue scenes in the morning and action scenes in the afternoon."
Qiao Zhenyu let the makeup artist work on him, holding the script in his hand, seemingly completely unaffected.
Xu Lang had already thoroughly read the script and memorized his lines perfectly, saying:
"Let's go through it once!"
About forty minutes later, just as the two finished their makeup and styling, the assistant director came over and told them to go over and rehearse.
Xu Lang quickly got into character, walked to the stream, closed his eyes, and began to rehearse silently.
The story has progressed to the point where Yin Qianshang has fully recovered and is now acting as Feng Guangmo.
Feng Guangmo appears carefree and unrestrained, but in reality, he carries the mission of Youdu and has a heavy sense of responsibility.
This kind of performance, which is inconsistent with its inner and outer self, is a great test of acting skills. It requires subtle emotional changes, and if you are not careful, it will turn into making faces and look awkward.
"Actors in position, Action!"
The camera slowly zooms in.
Feng Guangmo stood with his back to the camera, gazing at the babbling brook. Footsteps sounded, but he didn't turn around; his voice carried a hint of weariness.
"You've arrived."
Ouyang Shaogong walked to his side, his tone calm:
"Since Brother Guangmo invited me, how could I not come?"
Feng Guangmo turned around, his gaze sharp as he stared at him:
"Qingxue has been restless lately; is it related to you?"
Xu Lang's gaze was perfectly controlled; it wasn't a question, but rather a question posed with an answer in mind, yet without the intention that his answer was correct.
Director Liang, behind the monitor, nodded slightly, quite satisfied with the expression.
Xu Lang has a strong sense of the camera; he knows which angle of his profile, backlit, best reveals the struggle in his eyes.
Ouyang Shaogong smiled faintly, but there was no warmth in his smile:
"Brother Guangmo, you are overthinking it. Miss Qingxue has her own destiny."
"Shao Gong!" Feng Guangmo stepped forward, his voice low but firm:
"We've known each other for many years, and I know you have extraordinary ambitions, but if your path requires the sacrifice of others..."
He paused, took a deep breath, slowed the pace of his lines, and delivered them with resounding force:
"I, Feng Guangmo, am the first to disagree."
His voice hardened, his expression subtly changed, and a conflicted struggle of emotions flashed in his eyes.
It is difficult to express these emotions naturally and in a way that makes them seem authentic.
Ouyang Shaogong remained silent for a moment, then slowly raised his eyes, his usually gentle gaze becoming unfathomable:
"Brother Guangmo, how can things in this world always go as planned? Once you've chosen a path, there's no turning back."
He took half a step forward, and the distance between them instantly became oppressive.
Qiao Zhenyu has a solid foundation in delivering lines; his voice isn't loud, but it carries a coldness.
"Your protection of Qingxue is righteous; my pursuit of what I desire is also righteous. Today, you cannot stop me."
"Click!"
The director yelled "cut," and the set fell silent for a moment.
"You seem to be in good spirits!" Director Liang walked over and looked at the two of them.
"However, you two were a bit too physical just now. You should tone it down a bit. Feng Guangmo is reserved; Ouyang Shaogong is gentle yet ruthless."
"We'll give you one thing: try to express more emotions on your face, especially changes in your eyes."
The two nodded: "Understood, Director!"
This is the rhythm of a professional film crew: no nonsense, straight to the core of the performance.
Re-set the board and start the second one.
As instructed by the director, the two slightly restrained their physical movements and focused their emotions on their facial expressions, especially the changes in their eyes.
His eyes were like a drawn sword, instantly conveying the message, "I still have feelings for you, but I will never back down in the face of righteousness."
"Cut!" the director yelled again, but this time he didn't come over; instead, he held a megaphone and looked relaxed.
"This take was excellent. The emotions were spot-on, the dialogue was powerful, and the camera work was superb."
"Gentlemen, take a break and get ready for the next shot, a close-up reshoot."
Xu Lang and Qiao Zhenyu gave each other a high five; this acting duel was exhilarating.
The two walked towards the rest area.
Qiao Zhenyu's assistant hurriedly brought water and towels to wipe his sweat, and the makeup artist quickly touched up his makeup.
"Mr. Xu Lang, I heard you haven't signed with a company yet?"
Xu Lang took a sip of water, then said, "Hmm, didn't sign!"
Qiao Zhenyu glanced at his assistant and said, "Whether you're signed with a company or not, I suggest you find an assistant first. We get really tired when filming, and we can't do everything ourselves."
"If you're willing, I'll recommend you to the boss, and he definitely won't refuse."
"No need!" Xu Lang waved his hand with a smile and said:
"The company doesn't have any plans yet, but we definitely need to find a personal assistant."
We arrived at the rest area.
The two sat down and chatted, noticing that staff were already setting up a scene in the bamboo forest not far away.
The action scenes in the afternoon will be filmed in the bamboo forest.
After catching his breath, the assistant director came over to call for help.
Filming continues!
At this moment, Yang Mi received a mysterious phone call. During the call, her eyes kept glancing at Xu Lang, who was engrossed in filming.
This guy... his luck with women is just too good!
But this time they've really messed with a thorn in their side.
After thinking about it, I decided to talk to him after filming today, otherwise it would affect his condition today.
I thought about it for a while.
I need to make a phone call; there are some things I need to verify.
……
At lunchtime.
Meng Ziyi arrived just in time to see Xu Lang finish filming, and hurriedly grabbed a bottle of water and an ice pop and went up to him.
He acted as an assistant and even wiped Xu Lang's sweat.
This attracted the attention of many girls, but Meng Ziyi didn't care at all, and didn't care what others said.
Have you had lunch yet?
Xu Lang was concerned about this; the crew's boxed meals had already begun to be distributed.
Meng Ziyi smiled brightly: "I came here specifically to eat, hehe, no need for you to take me to eat."
"Come over here!" Pulling Xu Lang towards the rest area, she took out a boxed lunch and handed it to him:
"I also packed one for you; it'll definitely taste better than what the crew makes."
Xu Lang opened the lunchboxes and found three lunchboxes. One contained braised pork and a large duck leg, another contained a poached egg, another contained half vegetables and half melons, and the third contained white rice.
That's truly a feast!
"How is it? Not worse than your crew's, right?" Meng Ziyi smiled smugly, her smile quite infectious.
"Eat quickly, it won't taste good if it gets cold."
Xu Lang felt a warmth in his heart!
This carefree girl also has such heartwarming moments.
Eat it all up!
"Hey, Teacher Xu, your food treatment is way over the top!"
Qiao Zhenyu was carrying the crew's lunchbox when he passed by. He saw the braised pork and couldn't help but make a joke, his eyes revealing genuine envy.
Xu Lang chuckled and pushed the box of braised pork towards him:
"Here, you should try some; it's really good!"
Qiao Zhenyu picked up a piece and put it in his mouth, instantly switching into acting mode, giving an exaggerated thumbs-up:
"Delicious. Xu Lang has a wonderful younger sister."
Although his expression was exaggerated and somewhat acted, Meng Ziyi was still very happy.
Lunch is ready!
Xu Lang was going to test the wire work and rehearse the martial arts scene.
Meng Ziyi immediately switched into "loyal fangirl" mode, following closely behind, her eyes only on Xu Lang's agile figure, even Qiao Zhenyu, who was known as one of the "Four Beauties of Tianya," became a background figure.
She also secretly raised her phone and snapped many photos of Xu Lang practicing diligently.
"oops--"
Suddenly, a cry of surprise rang out!
It attracted the attention of everyone in the crew, especially the director and Yang Mi, who all looked over.
Above the bamboo forest, Xu Lang suddenly lost his balance. The wire seemed to be out of control, and he fell straight down from a height of several meters!
"Bang!"
The heavy thud struck the ground, and it also struck the hearts of everyone present.
Meng Ziyi's scream almost went off-key. Her mind went blank, and her body, before her consciousness could react, rushed towards the falling figure.