flstandardbreds Chapter 152 God, you're being too cruel to me!
Chapter 152 God, you're being too cruel to me!
Seeing his expression, Huang Qingyu knew what he wanted to say to her. "You want to talk to me about filming, right?"
"Yes."
Since she took the initiative to ask the question, that saved the trouble, and Director Liu readily nodded.
“I really think you’re perfect for the lead role in that drama. Your temperament and everything else are just right. If you agree to play that role, we can start filming a little later, no problem.”
Upon hearing this, Huang Qingyu's parents exchanged glances, but neither of them interrupted their conversation or interfered with Huang Qingyu's decision. They respected every decision their daughter made, and whether she agreed or refused, they supported her.
Huang Qingyu remained silent for a long time before finally expressing her concerns.
"Director Liu, you know what I've been through before. If you hire me and let me play the female lead in 'Walking Through the Stars and Moon,' I'll definitely get into a lot of scandals."
"Director Liu, this is bad for you, bad for the ratings of that TV series, and it will also affect the other actors in the crew."
She had read the script for "Treading Through the Stars and Moon," and to be honest, she was indeed captivated. She loved the female lead and the plot, but she couldn't let her own preferences ruin everyone's hard work.
If Director Liu casts her as the female lead, many people will say that he is only doing it to create buzz and generate hype because she was imprisoned and has a high profile. They believe that Director Liu is only casting her as the female lead to make her famous and create a sensation.
At the same time, those people will also question her.
For no other reason than that she has been retired for so many years and has been imprisoned, people will question whether she still has the ability to play the leading role well.
Actually, not to mention those people, she herself has doubts. She also worries and is afraid that she will not be able to play the role well or bring the character to life.
"You don't have to worry about that."
Lu Yining took two steps forward, swaying her head.
"Director Liu's mouth may not seem like much normally, but it comes in handy when it matters. Look at his sharp tongue, how often does he criticize people? If someone questions you, him, or the crew, just see if Director Liu will stand up and tear them apart."
Director Liu: "..."
I admit you have a point, but could you please stop making me sound like a bandit?
Uh… who is this?
Huang Qingyu stared at Lu Yining, who seemed... a little unfamiliar?
Director Liu opened his mouth, just about to introduce Lu Yining to Huang Qingyu, when he heard Lu Yining speak crisply.
"Hello, Sister Qingyu, my name is Lu Yining. Lu is the Lu of land, Yi is the Yi of thought, and Ning is the Ning of peace. You can just call me Yining."
"I am the second female lead in 'Treading Through the Stars and Moon,' and he is the second male lead, named Ji Shiyan."
At this point, Lu Yining pointed at Ji Shiyan before continuing to encourage Huang Qingyu, saying, "We all support your comeback and your return to the screen."
Director Liu: This introduction is quite detailed... and these words are also quite well said.
But none of that matters now; the most important thing is to press the attack!
"Although what she just said was somewhat biased, it still makes some sense in general."
“I’ve never been one to care about gossip. If someone dares to spread rumors or cause trouble, I won’t just sit in the corner like a quail egg and remain silent.”
"You just need to decide whether you want to play the female lead. If you do, you just need to focus on filming. I'll take care of everything else. Even if the sky falls, I'll hold it up. You don't need to be so afraid."
In closing, Director Liu patted his chest, making a guarantee to Huang Qingyu.
"Wow, Director Liu, you're quite handsome!" Lu Yining immediately gave Director Liu a thumbs up and praised him.
Upon hearing this, Director Liu winked at Lu Yining and said, "Am I handsome? My charm has never diminished. If you've taken a liking to me, it means you have good taste."
Lu Yining, who understood the meaning in his eyes: Ugh~ I feel like throwing up, I really feel like throwing up... This guy is shameless!
"Although there will definitely be a lot of controversy if you make a comeback now, it is also the best time. Moreover, Director Liu has always had a sharp eye. If he says you are suitable to play the female lead, then you are definitely suitable, and you might even become a huge hit. Think about it carefully."
Ji Shiyan gave Huang Qingyu a few words of analysis and advice, then stood aside silently as a background figure, saying nothing more.
Huang Qingyu remained silent for a long time. She lowered her head, as if struggling, or as if she had already made a decision but still needed to take a brave step forward.
Seeing her like this, the others remained silent, waiting quietly for her decision.
This is a choice she has to make, and they... have no right to interfere.
Of all these people, Director Liu was the most nervous.
He had finally found someone who matched the image of the female lead in the book so perfectly. If Huang Qingyu refused, he wouldn't know who else to cast as the female lead.
And most importantly, this is the female lead that Lu Yining truly acknowledges!
Not a single word she said was false. This means that as long as Huang Qingyu can play the female lead in "Treading Through the Stars and Moon", and with the other actors already confirmed, the probability of "Treading Through the Stars and Moon" becoming a hit is as high as 99%!
Director Liu kept repeating to himself:
"Oh, Buddha, well done, well done."
"Please, God, please let Huang Qingyu agree!"
"Xin Nan was willing to eat vegetarian food for a month just to get Huang Qingyu to agree to play the female lead role in 'Treading Through the Stars and Moon'!"
Almost after he silently recited the sentence in his mind, Huang Qingyu gave his reply.
"Director Liu, I want to play the role of Qiao Qinxue."
"Thud—" Director Liu plopped down on the hospital bed behind him, looking utterly miserable.
Good heavens, you're being too cruel to me!
Waaaaah... I can't eat meat for the next month... Waaaaah...
This unexpected turn of events startled everyone in the room. Even Huang Qingyu's parents, who were standing a little further away, couldn't help but reach out their hands as if to offer a helping hand.
Huang Qingyu propped herself up and looked at him with concern: "Director Liu, what happened to you? Are you alright?"
"That's great, that's great." Director Liu waved his hand: "It's nothing, I'm just genuinely happy."
He grimaced and rubbed his buttocks as he got up from the hospital bed. He walked up to Huang Qingyu and extended his hand: "Welcome to the crew. I will announce the crew information and cast list after you are discharged from the hospital. In the meantime, just stay here and focus on recovering."
Upon hearing this, Huang Qingyu nodded gratefully: "Okay, thank you, Director Liu."