Chapter 4, The Woman Who Loves Snacks
Zheng Ying gritted her teeth and reached into the other pockets of her clothing
She held her breath, wanting to turn around and immediately run away, disappearing in an instant
Suddenly, a furious roar cut in from the side
Wan Yuchen obediently assured the director that he could rest assured
Wan Yuchen quickly adjusted his expression, concealing his shock and unease, and made an effort to maintain his usual obedient and endearing demeanor
Zheng Ying thinks that the beautiful young man must be hungry from filming, so he probably went to eat first
Observing her expression, which seemed to make her feel guilty even when speaking of wealth, Shen Yifan nodded subtly without revealing any emotion
Zheng Ying scratched her face and laughed heartily: "To be honest! I have money! It's just that I don't like to carry large bills on me!"
Zheng Ying was unable to catch her breath, her legs weakened, and she nearly fell to the ground.
Zheng Ying hurriedly went to find a piece of board and a stack of bricks
However, Yu Youyi was indeed correct about the false calmness. Just a few days later, someone in the group really caused some trouble
Wan Yuchen's delicate face turned pale in an instant, and his steps involuntarily stumbled backward. His assistant was so frightened that he nearly turned to run away.
She took out a piece of sweet potato dried fruit
Zheng Ying was on edge for two days, fearing that after Shen Yifan finished the sweet potato chips, he would turn against her and, out of boredom, seek amusement by reporting her to Yu Youyi for the incident of kicking the board.
Wan Yuchen was forcibly pulled in front of the brick.
She did not give him the chance to escape, and with a loud "Ah!", she struck down with her hand, the bricks cracking and breaking from top to bottom.
I wonder if the investor's father would look down on someone who enjoys snacking
She noticed a slight change in Shen Yifan's gaze. She quickly said "I apologize for the embarrassment" and intended to put the sweet potato chips away. Just as she was about to move her hand, she heard Shen Yifan ask, "What is that?"
In a few days, everything in the film crew gradually fell into place, and the smooth and harmonious atmosphere made Zheng Ying almost forget that Chen Qing was actually an enemy
Upon hearing him refer to her family as "Penge," she became displeased. Her family’s Penge is certainly not a third-rate agent; at the very least, he is a second-rate half. Furthermore, she is unaware whether Penge and the director have any sort of relationship, but she and her family’s Penge have maintained a pure relationship, having never even touched a single toe.
Oh!
Someone burst into the room where Shen Yifan was staying. It was Shen Yifan's assistant
Zheng Ying almost vomited. She would rather be scolded by Yu Youqing than see him inexplicably sulking.
Zheng Yingmei contentedly held a large crispy radish, nibbling on it while thinking, each bite was as satisfying as if she were savoring the handsome, fair face of Shen Yifan.
Ah? Um, delicious! Incredibly delicious! It's extremely tasty!" She sincerely praised the sweet potato chips, "However, if you eat too much, it tends to..."
What exactly is the background of Zheng Ying? How did she manage to get into the cast? With no acting skills, what kind of role can she play? Every day she appears confused in romantic scenes, confused in love scenes, and still confused in scenes involving schemes and plots. Did she graduate from the School of Confusion? Well, in the confrontation scenes, she is no longer confused but instead displays a violent demeanor. I am truly fed up with her! Every day I have to force a smile while being around her, I have had enough! I really want to know how she got into the cast! You say she is so foolish, why is she even an actress? With her looks and figure, she might as well be a mistress or a third party, it would be quicker to make money that way. Why does she have to act? Isn't this just tormenting the innocent people around her? And what about her third-rate agent? Has he eaten a bomb? All he does is complain and complain. I think either he is having an affair with Zheng Ying or with the director. Speaking of the director, he is also a spineless character. He says no, but in reality, he agrees to everything. When Chen Qing says to add scenes, he adds them; when she says to change scenes, he changes them. How can someone without principles lead a production team well? However, compared to these people, Chen Qing and Gong Jing, that pair of oddballs, suddenly seem much better. Speaking of the director, he is also a spineless character. He says no, but in reality, he agrees to everything. When Chen Qing says to add scenes, he adds them; when she says to change scenes, he changes them. How can someone without principles lead a production team well? However, compared to these people, Chen Qing and Gong Jing, that pair of oddballs, suddenly seem much better. Damn, I am truly fed up with this production team full of oddballs.
The director, feeling helpless and hungry, shouted "Cut".
Zheng Ying, you little rascal! Is that actually Yu Youyi's voice? It seems like you came over just in time for a meal. You cause trouble the moment I can't keep an eye on you! What are you breaking bricks for? Hurry up and clean up the brick dust!
Afterward, under the disapproving gaze of his assistant, he consumed the sweet potato chips one after another in one go
If you are truly wealthy, then continue to seek out more money
After letting go of her worries, she couldn't help but think that Shen Yifan was quite a remarkable person, surprisingly not causing any trouble. It's rare for someone so handsome to also possess a bit of inner beauty.
Shen Yifan sat in the chair, holding a teacup and looking at her, neither stopping her nor speaking, with an inscrutable expression in his eyes, making it impossible to discern whether he was interested or disdainful.
She left the room with a face full of gratitude. As soon as she stepped out the door, she took off running, fearing that even a slight delay would cause someone behind her to change their mind and not go through with it.
He hurriedly asked, "Young Master... Mr. Shen, are you alright?"
Zheng Ying contemplated Yu Youyi's words and highlighted what she considered the key points: "Friendship Brother, this is where you are wrong! Knowing full well that the production team is not an easy one, you still pushed me into it. What exactly are you trying to train me for?"
Zheng Ying listened in a daze, and finally understood that the person behind the incessant chatter was actually Wan Yuchen. He was rapidly and smoothly criticizing every member of the crew without any interruptions or repetitions, all while conversing with his assistant.
Zheng Ying, just a second ago, was like an arrogant female bully, but in the next moment, she immediately became dejected and began to look around for a broom in a dispirited manner
Zheng Ying retracted her neck awkwardly and said, "Well... if you have nothing else, I will take my leave first, hehe..."
Zheng Ying suddenly felt a bit embarrassed ... In front of such a handsome man, she really was quite aggressive ...
Zheng Ying clapped her hands, her face beaming with a smile: "Am I impressive or not? From now on, if anyone is inconsistent in their words and actions, I will strike them down as if I were breaking bricks!"
Zheng Ying was taken aback
Zheng Ying nodded and bowed apologetically, indicating that she understood and comprehended the message
What is wrong with passing gas? Flatulence is a natural part of life; how could one not release it? Making a fuss over it and even mocking her, it would be better for them to perish instead.
"It is... sweet potato chips." she replied with a fearless attitude towards death
In fact, when Zheng Ying heard the little white rabbit's complaints about herself, she felt a sense of guilt and embarrassment. Although his words were sharp and harsh, he was not wrong; her acting skills indeed needed refinement
Young Master Shen, I will compensate for this board! Please do not contact my agent! If he finds out, I will be doomed; he will surely spray me to death with that high-pressure water kettle!
Oh dear, the voice is trembling a bit
At this moment, he is in stark contrast to his usual obedient and adorable demeanor; his tone is as sharp as it can be, and his words are as incisive as they can be
However, her calm elegance caused Shen Yifan's assistant to stifle a laugh beside her.
She always portrays the second female lead, who should be weak and delicate, as incredibly fierce, making one doubt whether she will suddenly start a fight the moment she delivers her lines about confrontation
Everyone, let's have lunch first! After lunch, we will shoot the scenes with Chen Qing and Gong Jing! The director reminded Wan Yuchen, "After lunch, you help Zheng Ying think about it and find the right feeling, okay?"
Shen Yifan淡淡地嘱咐着他的助理
Then ... ...
She steadied herself, took a deep breath, turned around, and ran swiftly, circling around the wooden wall to the door of Shen Yifan's room. She ran in and stood firmly in front of Shen Yifan, striving to smile brightly like a blooming flower
Zheng Ying secretly cast him a glance
Shen Yifan still wore an expressionless face, exuding a cool and distant demeanor that made it difficult to discern his true emotions
Shen Yifan did not respond and took a dried sweet potato stick, putting it into his mouth
After kicking her legs a few times, she heard a cacophony resembling the sound of a thousand troops charging from the dilapidated house nearby. Upon listening more closely, it turned out not to be the sound of a thousand troops, but rather the voice of a single person. However, the speed of that person's speech was so rapid, their emotions so intense, and their critiques so heartfelt, that it created an impression of a thousand voices clamoring together.
She decided to first ponder what the feeling of that showdown scene should be like
After several days of filming, Zheng Ying gradually improved her performance under the loving and patient guidance of her professional partner, Wan Yuchen. Her progress exhausted Wan Yuchen, but fortunately, the handsome young man was not only good-looking but also kind-hearted, showing no complaints and being obedient and humble
Shen Yifan raised an eyebrow slightly as he looked at her meager handful of coins
However, the more anxious she became, the less she could find her state. When the director shouted "action," the momentum of her female bandit character immediately burst forth unconsciously.
Zheng Ying, feeling guilty, bowed and apologized to each member of the crew. The director, seeing her remorseful expression, could not bear to say anything further and went directly to the dining area.
Zheng Ying grabbed Wan Yuchen and said: "Xiao Wan, Xiao Wan, don't rush to leave. Come, wait for me to finish splitting this stack of bricks, and then we can go have lunch together"
Zheng Ying rummaged through each pocket right in front of him. When she turned to her jacket pocket, she pulled out a large handful of coins. The amount of money was considerable, but the denominations were meager; there wasn't even a one-hundred-yuan note, let alone a fifty.
However, it has been calm and peaceful these past few days. She gradually began to relax her mind
Yu Youyi could not help but earnestly remind her: "Zheng Ying, you need to be more vigilant. Do not think that the current calm is genuine; this calm is a false tranquility before the storm! Do you think your life is that easy, that you can complete a film without any setbacks or difficulties? Do you think Chen Qing's cunning nature is just for show? You need to stay alert!"
Yu Youyi unexpectedly adopted an artistic tone: "It is not I who want to temper you, but life that wants to temper you"
If Yu Youyi were to see her secretly hiding and eating sweet potato chips again, she would surely be torn to shreds.
Two seconds later, she heard Shen Yifan pose such a question
She mumbled, "Um, I apologize, Young Master Shen... I didn't know there was someone behind the board. Um, I hope I didn't startle you too much?"
Zheng, Zheng Ying, you are also here...
Wan Yuchen has already turned into a pale-faced fool
Shen Yifan lowered his head to look at a piece of dried sweet potato in his hand. The assistant, a bit nervous, cautiously advised beside him: "Young Master, this kind of thing is probably not very clean; perhaps you should not eat it."
The director is going crazy, telling Zheng Ying: "Zheng Ying, now he wants to return to his ex-girlfriend, and you need to persuade him not to leave. You have to plead, do you understand? It's not about violent threats!"
He had just lifted the wooden board and steadied it according to Zheng Ying's instructions when Zheng Ying exclaimed "Ah!" and swiftly turned around to kick. Her foot struck the wooden board with precision and force, causing it to shatter into pieces instantly
Then she resolutely stepped forward and stuffed a handful of sweet potato chips into Shen Yifan's hands
Zheng Ying shook her leg and sneered: "Not at all, it's not that difficult, it can just deal with various forms of disobedience!"
Zheng Ying began to search her pockets for money while speaking with a positive and sincere attitude
Zheng Ying listened to his small trembling voice, smiling as she stood up straight and waved at him
She stealthily searched along the wall for a hidden corner, and her efforts were rewarded as she finally discovered a seldom-trodden nook.
After pondering for a while, she realized that her abundant energy had not been released, which made her always eager to resort to violence. She decided to find a corner to kick her legs and break some bricks to vent her energy, so that she could be exhausted and weakened by the time she was filmed in the afternoon
"Father Shen... Shen Gongzi, I have reluctantly compensated you for the sweet potato chips, so you must not go and tell my agent about the incident with the broken board!" She expressed her gratitude to Shen Yifan with a deep bow, "I will remember your great kindness and virtue!"
Xiao Wan, come here and help me take this piece of wood
She strives to respond to this word with composure and elegance
Just as she turned around, the sound of Shen Yifan's deep bass voice came from behind: "Go and calculate how much this board is worth, and prepare an invoice to send to her agent."
Then she began to stretch and warm up. After a while, the door of the corner room creaked open, and Wan Yuchen walked out with a look of shock on his face, as if he had accidentally seen a ghost.
Zheng Ying thought for a moment and decided to perform a show for the little white rabbit.
Zheng Ying stopped her movements after struggling for one second
Zheng Ying suddenly realized. It turns out this kid is two-faced! Thinking about it, how could someone who can win a fight against other young idols to snatch this role possibly be a pure little rabbit?
Zheng Ying struggled for a moment and replied: "Nonsense"
Wan Yuchen forced a smile, clapping his hands vigorously and tremblingly praising: "Zheng Ying, you are amazing. Not only do you look good, but your punches and kicks are also impressive. It is truly rare and wonderful!"
Faced with the unwavering gaze of Master Shen Yifan, Zheng Ying awkwardly and slowly retracted her leg that had been raised high and extended.
After the director left, Zheng Ying discovered that Wan Yuchen, who had been entrusted by him with the important task of teaching her acting skills, had also disappeared.
That morning, Zheng Ying and Wan Yuchen filmed a confrontation scene, but Zheng Ying struggled to find the right feeling, leading to yet another wave of NGs. Fortunately, Yu Youyi had other matters to attend to and did not come to supervise, otherwise her poor performance would surely have been criticized by the agent. In fact, she has been improving her acting skills significantly lately, with even the director praising her for having found her breakthrough, and her acting has been advancing by leaps and bounds. However, for some reason today, she just couldn't seem to find the right feeling.
Wan Yuchen stood by, watching her transformation back and forth, unable to help but bulge his eyes.
Is it delicious
Before she could retract her gaze, Shen Yifan suddenly spoke again
Zheng Ying truly admires this talented individual. However, the tone of this talented person's voice sounds incredibly familiar to her, and the content of their remarks gives her a sense of grand participation.
"What do you love?" Shen Yifan surprisingly asked with a strong curiosity.
Shen Yifan waved his hand at him, his gaze consistently falling on Zheng Ying's face through the large hole in the wooden wall
After he furrowed his brows, the speed of his chewing gradually increased from slow to faster
This question nearly left Zheng Ying bewildered
"Just use it for compensation," Shen Yifan said, putting down the teacup and looking at Zheng Ying.