Chapter 2: I Was Originally an Artist

The screenwriter responsible for Han Jue, holding a small notebook, asked Han Jue if he knew any of the guests he recorded with, and if there were any amusing anecdotes or little stories.

Han Jue quickly fumbled around his phone, switched it to silent mode, and prayed that the person outside the door had not heard it

With such thoughts in mind, Han Jue, sitting in the car, had already begun to contemplate how to end his acting career

The screenwriter also saw it

This method of forcibly leveraging Lin Yihan's popularity to gain resources, although Lin Yihan did not refuse as per the company's instructions, does not imply that their relationship is good

The door is open

What is this!

One can only pretend to be indifferent

Facing the man's gaze, she changed her clothes and arrived at the entrance. The man pointed to a pair of white sneakers and said

Han Jue noticed the reactions of the two people across from him, and his heart sank, realizing that there must be something wrong with his performance, yet he could not pinpoint where the issue lay

... ...

The audience has already begun to enter

The sound was not loud, yet it was enough to startle Han Jue.

Anxiously, Han Jue was still contemplating how to respond when he encountered acquaintances later

Walking along the way also attracted quite a few glances back

A brief moment of silence occurred between the television advertisement and the transition to the next advertisement

In the dimly lit environment, Han Jue noticed that several guests around him were looking at him with a glint of eagerness in their eyes, as if they were restless and impatient

Han Jue and a group of artists are making final preparations backstage, tidying up their appearances, reviewing their scripts, and the artists are gathering in small groups to chat

Landlord? Or a roommate? It's over, let's run away. Or should we kill him?

A man stands by the sofa, approximately in his thirties, wearing half-frame glasses and having short hair. He is dressed in a well-fitted navy blue shirt and suit, looking down from a height, with an expressionless face and a cold gaze fixed on Han Jue, making Han Jue feel uneasy.

As soon as the words were spoken, the two people opposite were momentarily taken aback, and the cold-faced man beside Han Jue also raised an eyebrow, staring at Han Jue

The cold-faced man did not come in, and the entire lounge was left with only Han Jue.

The screenwriter in charge of Han Jue has come in again. Perhaps the cold-faced male agent has reviewed the script, so the screenwriter handed the script to Han Jue and suggested that he perform without a script before leaving.

Han Jue slowly exhaled a breath, calming himself, turned his head, and feigned composure as he looked out the window, his mind a blank.

Han Jue instinctively walked over to the doorbell. After taking two steps, he suddenly stopped.

However

Dong dong ~

"Just wear these clothes and follow me, there is work to be done"

Han Jue furrowed his brows tightly as he walked with the team to the backstage of the stage, beginning to put on the audio equipment

Without waiting for Lin Yihan to respond, he walked over first

... ...

I was just busy taking notes and didn't come over to greet you earlier

If given another chance, when the cold-faced man asked him to change clothes, Han Jue vowed to trip the man next to him, who was either his manager or his assistant, and then run away from home, find a job, and live his life with the lifelong goal of watching all the television shows, movies, animations, comics, and novels in the world, and playing through all the games.

Han Jue felt that the sound of his heartbeat was almost the loudest sound in the room

It is indeed true that it is not easy for top variety shows to accommodate participants, as even having money does not guarantee the opportunity to use connections.

Then, it is not difficult to find the built-in browser of the system

Han Jue held a mobile phone alone, with a cold expression, waiting for the manager who was not present

Ah, it's nothing, it's nothing. We arrived late, and we have caused you trouble.

Five, four, three, two, one! On stage. The assistant director clapped their hands, and then everyone entered in single file and stood on the stage

Wait a moment, let me see what the situation is!

Han Jue's previous self had more followers on Weibo than his current self

Do not blink frequently, do not breathe rapidly, and endure the itch on your face.

The screenwriter in charge, Han Jue, poked his head in and said

The host is a young person who is quite warm towards others and does not engage in any overt or subtle sarcasm towards Han Jue. After all, they are all artists, and they would not casually put others in an awkward position.

Ah, ah, ah, @ Han Jue, please do not lose hope!

After taking the elevator to the basement, Han Jue took a seat in the front passenger seat of a sedan

Han Jue's position is in the second row, closest to the audience, which is also the farthest from the center of the stage

Han Jue pressed his lips together, first taking a deep breath to calm his wildly beating heart, bringing himself to a state of composure. He then moved slowly, lying down on the sofa like a thief, twisting his head to fix his piercing gaze on the doorway

What is it?

After the filming is completed, there is not much time left before the recording begins

Stars certainly do not come to take on such roles; whoever wishes to take them on may do so

Intuition told Han Jue that if he were to refuse the man in front of him, who seemed rather difficult to converse with, it would undoubtedly lead to unnecessary dialogue, ultimately spiraling into an uncontrollable direction. At this moment, Han Jue, without having grasped the social relationships of his predecessor, should refrain from excessive contact with acquaintances to avoid exposure

Observing the attire of the passersby by the roadside, it is not merely a textbook-like combination, yet each individual's outfit appears to be coordinated with a certain method. From the small details such as the design of the bus stop signs and shelters to the larger aspects like public art installations and architectural designs, everything reflects the high average aesthetic level of this country and this city

A multitude of unfamiliar mobile applications lay before him, and Han Jue felt a surge of excitement as he rubbed his hands together, preparing to press each one in anticipation of opening a treasure chest.

A person pointed at the object that Han Jue had thrown to the ground and said

He is not a novice; in his previous life, when pressured to submit his work, he feigned illness, pretended to be asleep, and even acted as if he were dead, having been through countless battles.

In the domestic entertainment industry of the previous life, seniority was not particularly important, and it seems to be the same in this life; popularity and works determine everything

Han Jue naturally extended his hand, responding calmly

My goodness... Han Jue felt that the situation was not simple, no wonder that cold-faced man advised him not to lose control

Ah? Is he Han Jue? Is he still in the circle? The voice of admiration immediately turned into one of disdain

Appear on the program

At the beginning of his exploration of the house, Han Jue could not find any clues clearly related to a profession, so he assumed he was some kind of second-generation individual whose occupation was to pass the time leisurely

The truth is finally revealed

Is it possible that this application is not a mainstream social platform

Upon clicking on the message reception section, I found that over one hundred people were tagged in it

Then it is time to download the applications one by one

Han suddenly jumped up, thinking he was under attack, and he flailed his arms to throw off the object that was covering his head onto the ground

Han Jue only learned from the earlier draft that her name is Lin Yihan, and he knows nothing else about her

He discovered a platform called Weite, whose interface and functions are quite similar to those of Weibo from his previous life

It now appears that there is a pit waiting for him ahead, a deep pit

This is not one's own home

Ah, it's nothing, nothing at all. There is a teleprompter on site, and after the rehearsal, there will still be time to memorize it. Let's go over and try out the effect first

I will be appearing on a program shortly

The following is the recording of the entrance VCR. Han Jue is filming with Lin Yihan, who is from the same company, which can be seen as a way to label Han Jue and deepen the audience's impression.

Three

It was only when they met that Lin Yihan politely greeted Han Jue

Before Han could fully experience this world, he heard the cold-faced man beside him say

A man in his thirties, with a composed demeanor yet a beaming smile, stepped forward to shake hands with Han Jue

One

Just as Han Jue was speculating whether the caller was the person outside the door, a sound of keys clashing rang out.

The minimalist building appears to have more than 20 floors. Several individuals are seen transporting photography equipment amidst the bustling crowd, while elegantly dressed people are being escorted into the building. It is particularly lively.

It should not be. This account seems to have a verified badge

Previously, Han Jue was convinced that, barring any unforeseen circumstances, this house would be his foothold in this world

Take out the mobile phone, its design and functions are quite similar to that of a fruit phone, only the brand is different

Han Jue shook his head in ignorance, and even Xiao Han from the company, when asked, also shook her head and said she was not familiar with it

The overall concept of "The Roast Show" is quite similar to the previous domestic "Roast Conference". However, perhaps because stand-up comedy is not as rare and niche in this era, there are many stand-up comedy programs, and "The Roast Show" is not a blockbuster variety show, with its quality being above average.

The entire scene was busy yet orderly. Han Jue stood on the stage and finally spotted his manager. The cold-faced man was chatting with three or four other people, among whom a woman, based on her attire, was clearly recognizable as an artist

In the end, it was the cold-faced man who stepped forward to communicate with the screenwriter

"Follow me." The cold-faced man walked straight ahead.

This error is likely due to actions and behaviors that one has exhibited, which were not characteristic of their previous self

@ Han Jue, why haven't you withdrawn from the entertainment industry yet

I heard this guy next to me say that he must have been a failed artist in his previous life. Moreover, he is almost thirty now, and those once youthful and fresh faces are nearly spoiled, you know

Place the phone back on the coffee table, roll over, and flop back onto the sofa, assuming a sleeping position

Han Jue did not maintain eye contact with the visitor for long; instead, after pretending to recognize who the person was, he lay back down on the sofa

Teacher Han, do you remember how to handle the books? It will soon be our turn for the rehearsal

Lin Yihan was taken aback upon hearing these words

The live director of the outdoor hot scene has already begun the transition.

Han Jue took a deep breath, then, with a face that reflected the aloofness expected of a star, followed the cold-faced man towards the entrance of the building

Han Jue furrowed his brows tightly and silently picked up the clothes from the ground

It took Han Jue 10 seconds to confirm what he had just heard

On stage, feeling the warmth of the spotlight is a fresh and even particularly frightening experience for a screenwriter who has spent years behind the scenes. However, Han Jue approaches this with an attitude of "I am here to ruin my own career," stepping into the light where the sense of novelty is most pronounced

Han Jue, are you worried about becoming complacent, which is why you remind yourself to stay true to your original intentions?

Teachers, you may come to the stage now! The assistant director has come in to inform everyone

And now, perhaps the unexpected has arrived

When Han Juexing eagerly opened Weite, he found that his account had not published a single post.

Fingerprint unlock successfully opened the phone

This is not at all otherworldly; it is even more mundane than the standards of my previous life, Han Jue thought

Next, we will be on the show "Tucao Daxiu". Initially, only Xiaohan was supposed to be a guest, but in the end, they lowered the price and packaged you together for the program. When the time comes, you just need to follow the script and speak accordingly. When others make jokes at your expense, control yourself. If you lose control on stage, the production team will not cut out those topics.

However, observing the enormous traffic on the homepage, it can be confirmed that this is a product of substantial scale

What kind of work requires such attire? Pretending to be an ordinary person

Looking at the screen, a peculiar caller ID displayed as [Number 7343] appears

However, gradually, as the vehicle drove onto the bustling street, everything in my heart was set aside

The car is parked in the parking lot next to a large building

The mobile phone on the coffee table has stopped vibrating

During the makeup process, Han Jue experienced considerable pain. However, because his agent, the cold-faced man, stood behind him, watching through the mirror, Han Jue could only pretend not to care

Click to open

Ding dong ~ ding dong ~

All units prepare, countdown.

The audience below was very enthusiastic. Every time a guest's name was called, everyone erupted in intense applause. Han Jue also received a warm welcome.

Is it a small number

There are only two hours left until the recording of the program

However, the mobile phone placed on the coffee table suddenly rang

Han Jue was still holding his phone in his hand. Upon seeing the screenwriter arrive, he finally picked up the script from the table.

After Han Jue sensed the gazes directed at him through his peripheral vision, he felt awkward and guilty. This was because he had no understanding of his predecessor and could not guarantee that his actions were in line with the behavioral habits of his predecessor

The door in front of them opened with a creak, and amidst the stirring music, everyone waved their hands as they walked out, taking their seats in their respective places.

However, Han Jue distinctly saw a kind of eager schadenfreude in the eyes of some excited audience members

Han felt a sudden tingling sensation on his scalp

There are tasks and illustrations in the book, which must have been planned with others beforehand, right? It would be too late to feign illness, and refusing would seem quite strange.

Han Jue suddenly forgot that he had always considered himself a struggling artist, which is why he did not check his information immediately

Line

The VCR filming is not complicated, at least not as awkward as in previous lives, where advertisements were forcefully inserted.

Han Jue took out his mobile phone, officially using a phone from this world for the first time, feeling a surge of excitement in his heart

Han Jue had previously looked through the wardrobe, and the quality of the clothes at home was quite good. Fashion magazines, entertainment magazines, and gossip tabloids were scattered everywhere in the house, but there was not a single serious book. There was a small gym, and there was also a study, but it contained a computer and a home projector, with the small bookshelf cluttered with various items, yet devoid of any books. Finally, there was a separate room lavishly filled with numerous musical instruments. There was also a study, but it contained a computer and a home projector, with the small bookshelf cluttered with various items, yet devoid of any books. Finally, there was a separate room lavishly filled with numerous musical instruments.

Han Jue continues to play on his phone, and he is now browsing content on social media.

Han Jue finally understood; the strange occurrences from earlier now all have explanations

There is also no attention, with only 3,000 followers.

The aesthetic charm and exquisite design immediately captivated Han Jue's heart, causing an involuntary smile to appear on his face, and he began to marvel internally. He now personally experiences a sense of being abroad, feeling the cultural nuances of a foreign land.

Then there was the sound of the cabinet opening and closing. A few seconds later, the person returned to the side of the sofa.

But reality does not allow him to catch a breath

Looking for criticism? Are you desperate for fame? @ Han Jue

This subtle awkwardness only dissipated after the screenwriter sat down beside Han Jue

During the rehearsal process, the production team would occasionally come up to offer suggestions, but they found that no matter how they taught, Han Jue's performance remained the same, and thus it ended up unresolved.

Ah. This is the voice of a man

I will first check this program, "The Roast Show". I wonder if it is the same as the previous "Roast Conference".

This may take a long time, or it may be just a moment

As Han Jue was lost in thought with his eyes closed, someone entered the bedroom

Even if I am a failed artist, it cannot be that everyone is against me

Hello, Teacher Han. I am the screenwriter responsible for your segment. The other guests are already reviewing the script, and we must hurry as well. I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience

Fortunately, neither party became entangled in this unexpected matter. After Han Jue greeted another director, he was led away to get his makeup done

Hello, Teacher Han

The album contains selfies as well as photos of women. If it weren't for the watermarks on the pictures, Han Jue would almost have thought that his past self had close relationships with these beauties. The album also includes other random and messy items, which are quite dull.

Upon reaching the floor, two individuals approached directly.

Wear these shoes

Han Jue felt guilty about his performance, to the extent that he was completely unaware of what the passersby were saying

Han Jue suddenly felt that something had happened. It flew onto his face

Hello

A person walked up to Han Jue, and Han Jue could even feel a burning gaze lingering on his face. This made his face feel a bit itchy

Han felt a silent sense of苦, and he swore that he was merely engaging in polite conversation with *图*书 in a manner typical of what any normal celebrity would say

It is time for the official recording

"So handsome! Which company is this from?" A girl desperately pulled her friend beside her.

Then, he looked around and pointed ahead, saying

I

From Monday to Sunday, you are so fragile

If it were not for the car speeding down the road, he would probably want to open the door and run away

A white shirt paired with jeans is a combination that is never wrong

The doorbell rang several times, and finally it stopped ringing

Han Jue propped his head up and listened for a while, then let out a sigh of relief

Wow, this man is quite handsome, another woman raised her eyebrows and complimented.

At this moment, Han Jue had just made up his mind, and coincidentally, they had also arrived at their destination

Rehearsal? I haven't memorized it yet

Tsk tsk, how shabby it is

Facing the teleprompter, remaining completely still, and reading in a flat tone, one might realize that the level of sarcasm expressed was perhaps a bit too gentle

It should be an artist from the same company named Xiao Han

It seems that something is not quite right

"Do even the shoes have to be specified? Oh dear, don't tell me this is my boyfriend... or am I being kept? No, no, no, let's think positively, maybe it's for a blind date?" Han Jue, with a blank expression, was guessing wildly in his mind

This attitude is a normal response after being disturbed from sleep

Han Jue understood that it was definitely the mistake made earlier that had drawn the cold-faced man’s attention to him

Why is Han Jue's attitude so stubborn? Is it to lighten the creative workload for the other guests and the production team?

Two

The ringtone is a segment of a female voice singing a cappella, the sound quality is not very good, and it is clearly recorded. The voice is very pleasant to hear, but Han Jue has already lost interest in this aspect.

No valuable information or communication records were found

The interior of the car is not luxurious, but it is very clean

In a previous life, I was also a member of this circle and I understand the considerable discomfort that lies beneath the glamorous surface of being a star

At present, Han Jue is immersed in the disappointment of no longer being able to be a slacker; as for what the man beside him continues to say, he can no longer absorb it.

As for the words of a failed artist, that makes things easier. One might as well just drift through life until retirement, first getting a clear understanding of what this world is like

The screenwriter's small eyes were instantly filled with sorrow, almost disappearing from sight

Let us go.

First, look at the album

The obvious insincerity was evident to everyone in the entire program, yet no one said anything

Oh, it's nothing. Speaking of which, I really have to thank you for my appearance on this program

This person seems to be Han Jue

Because Han has a good foundation, applying makeup is not troublesome and was completed quickly

The person came in without changing their shoes and walked straight in. A cheerful advertisement was playing on the television, but the sound of leather shoes on the floor still clearly reached Han Jue's ears. Han Jue felt that he was already sweating from behind.

In his plan, if someone were to open the door and enter, he would immediately pretend to be asleep

Dah!

It is unfortunate. Han Jue once again forgot that he should not speak too much before understanding the character of his predecessor

Apart from some numbers, there is nothing else in the memorandum

Be designated to change clothes, designated to change shoes, and leave when there is work to do