1646 More Birds

ound smile. "Women today are getting more and more thoughtful."Ancient City Cheng frowned unhappily as Ye Nifei put down the red wine glass and walked towards that woman.Ling Ning believed this couldn...164 Chapter 6: Birds, Birds

When Ruo Nuan arrived at the shooting location, as expected, she was scolded by Director Zhang. They were late for an hour, and Director Zhang hates lateness more than anything else. He requires everyone in his crew to arrive early.

Ruo Nuan was reprimanded for about ten minutes. She then showed a puppy-dog expression with tearful eyes looking at the director. This was her first time being scolded so harshly by Director Zhang, but he didn’t curse or say anything too outrageous.

He did this much in consideration of Cai Xiao Jing’s face.

"Alright, alright. Don't think you can get away with playing the innocent card every time. You brat, go and get your makeup done quickly, Li, hurry up and finish her makeup. Chen Hang, Peng Yuming, come over here. Let's start shooting Scene 3." Director Zhang rolled his script into a scroll, waving it around as if commanding an army of thousands. The two main actors hurriedly went to their positions on the stage.

Cheng Ying and Peng Yu Ming were chatting with Chen Xue Ru and Zhuo Bing Bing. Since they had worked together before, Cheng Ying and Peng Yu Ming talked more with Chen Xue Ru. As they spoke, they touched upon the topic of Chen Xue Ru being sidelined in the industry.

Chen Xue Ru's expression changed slightly but she didn’t continue to talk about it, and everyone else refrained from asking further questions. Zhuo Bing Bing then asked for acting tips from them, and Cheng Ying and Peng Yu Ming patiently taught her everything they knew.

Zhuo Bing Bing's achievements in acting were comparable to Chen Xue Ru’s, yet she was much more famous than Chen Xue Ru.

Since two years ago when Chen Xue Ru had been sidelined, her fame plummeted and it became rare for anyone to mention her. She also rarely appeared in the tabloids due to her low profile. The entertainment industry is a place where things change rapidly.

Without new works and exposure, many female stars would be buried.

In these two years, Chen Xue Ru hadn't starred in any decent works; she only took on minor roles that weren’t well-received. Her agent had basically given up on her.

The roles she has taken on have all been poor.

This time, when director Zhang approached her for the drama "Qinglian Princess," it was through her agent. Her agent brought three artists to him, and initially recommended someone else to play the role. However, after watching Chen Xueru's performances, Director Zhang insisted on having Chen take the part, which is how she managed to join the production team; it wasn't easy.

It was very rare for veteran actors Cheng Ying and Peng Yuming to encounter such a harmonious set where everyone gets along like family. They also enjoy chatting with these younger colleagues in a warm and friendly environment.

Cai Xiaojing, standing by the side watching Chen Xueru, had heard some of the gossip about her over the past few years. At that time, Chen Xueru was almost at the top tier of stars but was sabotaged behind her back.

Indecent photos were leaked, and there were rumors about being kept as a mistress. Ye Feimo usually doesn't interfere with his artists' personal matters; it was Gu Xiaobei, the general manager of the entertainment department, who felt that these incidents had a very negative impact. As a result, many contracted advertisement endorsements for Chen Xueru were canceled.

Gu Xiaobei then planned to put Chen Xueru on ice until things calmed down before promoting her again. However, this lady has quite an attitude; she got into an argument with Gu Xiaobei over some dispute and was subsequently sidelined.

Cai Xiaojing had heard a bit about the conflicts between artists and executives. Under安寧國際 (An Ning International), most of the artists have unclear relationships with the company's top brass—some are arrogant and aloof, but eventually they all succumb to the prevailing practices.

Chen Xueru can be considered an exception among them.

The price one pays for sticking to principles is this: being ignored. Even with outstanding acting skills, good looks, and natural talent, she will gradually fade into obscurity.

Chen Xueru was also a promising talent.

Cai Xiaojing knew all about it but wouldn't pry into these matters.

This is the rule in the entertainment circle.

No sentimentality involved.

After warming up, she was immediately called to the performance area by the director, along with Chen Xieru and Zhu Bingbing. This was a very important scene.

Nalan Prince, due to his identity being exposed as a prince from an enemy state, infuriated the emperor who wanted him executed. Princess Qinglian, Lady Fragrant County, and others discussed strategies to rescue Nalan Prince.

Chen Xieru played the role of Princess Qinglian's elder sister who adored Male Lead No. 2, Taixue Mister Li Chengming, and also participated in this rescue operation. Originally, Gu Yiting’s character had been completely rewritten, leaving Chen Xieru with not much screen time, but her portrayal of love-struck wisdom left a deep impression.

Princess Qinglian was brave yet reckless; Lady Fragrant County was intelligent and courageous; Princess Qilan possessed an elegant and refined demeanor. Together with Taixue Mister and other friends, they were discussing how to save the prince, ultimately deciding on a daring plan to free him from execution.

This scene had many highlights.

Princess Qinglian and Lady Fragrant County both shared passionate love scenes with Nalan Prince at the execution ground, different from previous versions where Nalan Prince was indecisive between the two women.

He appeared to deeply love Princess Qinglian but also had an ambiguous relationship with Lady Fragrant County.

The former represented his true self while the latter symbolized his aspiration.

To him, they meant different things.

The two characters in the drama are also good friends but fall in love with the same man, creating a delicate emotional dynamic that alternates between biting sarcasm and mutual support.

In the execution ground, more and more soldiers arrive; they are about to be defeated by them. The Mr. Flying Snow cuts through the chains. In the critical moment, Prince Nalan protects Princess Xiang first, which angers Princess Qinglian greatly.

During the chaos, she gets herself into danger again. Prince Nalan rescues her as an arrow is about to hit him; instead, Princess Xiang throws herself in front of them and takes the arrow in her chest.

Lee Chengming and a group of martial arts experts arrive swiftly, saving everyone from the perilous situation.

Princess Xiang is critically injured with an arrow in her chest.

Holding her, Prince Nalan expresses worry, urgency, affection, gratitude, amazement... all sorts of emotions pouring out. She thinks she's going to die and speaks a lot of touching lines before parting.

Princess Qinglian is beside them feeling heartbroken, regretful, grateful, envious...

The two actresses deliver an impressive performance that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats; they finish shooting this scene without many retakes.

Princess Qinglan gazes at Mr. Flying Snow helplessly as he suffers for Princess Xiang, deeply and unrepentantly in love.

Zhuo Bingbing and Wanning's acting is top-notch; with Chen Xu'er's powerhouse performance added to the mix, even veteran actors find it exhilarating.

Wanning's performance has great intensity. Whether she is strong or brave, her portrayal is just right, very natural. What's most impressive is how emotionally rich and dimensional her character is, making one feel that she isn't acting but truly embodies Princess Xiang at this moment.l agents in Mexico and instruct them to put down their current tasks and assist the leader.""Yes!"Moschen turned back and said, "Keep close tabs on the anti-terrorism squad. As soon as there's any mov...