Su Junmo’s eyes instantly sparkled. “Really? That’s great.”
He was not interested in celebrities. He was interested in their autographs.
Autographs could be sold for money.
Anything that could be sold for money was a good thing.
Yes, including himself.
Su Junmo let out a soft chuckle.
Life was like a play. It all depended on acting skills.
In this world, every soul was half human and half ghost. If you looked too closely, you would not like what you saw.
So Su Junmo never got too close to anyone.
He was afraid others would see through his true self.
When they arrived at the film set, Su Junmo finally understood what real hell felt like.
No one had told him that the female lead of this movie was Shen Wanwan.
And the assistant director was Song Qianqian.
Was this not like Mars colliding with Earth?
Was this not like bananas paired with cantaloupe. Even if you slipped, you still had to laugh it off.
Hahaha.
Su Junmo forced out two awkward laughs.
He saw Shen Wanwan sitting beside her nanny van, attended by two assistants bustling around her.
He immediately turned his head away, pretending he had seen nothing.
At that moment, the director standing beside Shen Wanwan waved his hand. “That young man. The handsome one. Come over here.”
As long as there was no eye contact, it was not directed at him.
“Su Junmo, right? I’m calling you. Hurry over.”
It had been fine before, but now the director called him out by name.
Su Junmo immediately raised a bright, perfect smile and walked quickly over. “Director, you called me?”
Shen Wanwan paused mid-sip, looking at Su Junmo with confusion.
Su Junmo kept facing the director, not daring to turn his head.
“You were recommended by Qianqian. I have expectations for you. The role I’m giving you is the fifth male supporting character. Your appearance fits the character setting well enough. You received the script, right? Go back and memorize your lines carefully. My film is aiming for awards. All actors must use their original voices.” This chapter was taken from novelping dot com without permission.
The director spoke earnestly.
Several actors nearby cast him meaningful glances.
It was not hard to see what those looks meant. Another person who got in through connections.
In most productions, getting in through connections was normal.
But this was Director Li’s award-contending film.
Every actor here had trained in professional camps.
They had been carefully selected by directors. Even the smallest roles had gone through layers of screening.
And now suddenly a connected newcomer had appeared.
It was hard not to feel uncomfortable.
Moreover, this connected newcomer looked like an inexperienced university student. Probably backed by a wealthy woman.
Su Junmo felt the needle-like stares but showed an innocent, eager-to-learn smile. “Director, don’t worry. I will work hard. I think my character, Su Yan, appears sunny on the surface and is kind to everyone, but the darkness in his heart has clear traces. A mother who went missing in childhood. A gambling father. A bedridden younger sister. These are all reasons he strayed onto the wrong path. His disguise is just his protective color. His final downfall is already the best ending he could choose.”
On the way here, Su Junmo had already read the script. After years of honing his acting skills, understanding this script was not difficult.
Especially analyzing a character’s psychology.
The wealthy patrons around him were all unpredictable.
After long exposure to them, he had learned to read people’s minds quickly.
As Su Junmo finished speaking, the surrounding people silently gasped.
Terrifying to this extent.
You are just someone who got in through connections. Did you really need to work this hard?
After hearing his analysis, Director Li nodded. His brows relaxed and his expression softened. “Not bad. You’re a thoughtful kid. Did the rest of you hear that? Learn from Xiao Su. One by one, stiff as wooden boards.”
Su Junmo smiled. “Director Li, you flatter me. I’ve watched your films before and even studied your analysis of cinema. You’re already so famous, yet you remain so serious. When I think about how I’m just an unknown nobody, I feel restless and eager to improve. Being recognized by you truly makes me happy.”
The moment Su Junmo finished speaking, silence fell around them.
The other actors thought, fine, fine. Are you a reincarnated simp wolf?
But why did his expression look so sincere? Director Li was almost moved to tears.
Su Junmo gave a shy smile and turned to leave.
Director Li looked at him with appreciation. “It’s been a long time since the entertainment industry has seen someone this hardworking. You should all learn from Xiao Su. Perseverance and understanding a character’s mind are what bring results.”
The actors collectively fell silent.
Shen Wanwan had not heard those words. She thought the director had scolded him and sent him away. She immediately stood up and followed after him. “Su Junmo, stop.”
Shen Wanwan let out a soft laugh. “You clearly saw me just now. Why did you run?”
Su Junmo’s expression instantly dimmed. “You’re a big star. If I stand next to you, it will affect you. I’m afraid of rumors spreading and damaging your reputation.”
Shen Wanwan’s expression softened.
Love made people humble.
Su Junmo was actually thinking so much about her.
“It’s fine. The security system here is very strict. No paparazzi can sneak in. Why are you here filming?”
She stepped closer as she asked. The two assistants behind her were staring at Su Junmo, seemingly wondering which minor celebrity he was and whether to ask for a photo.
Shen Wanwan’s face darkened slightly. “Why are you dressed so handsome? Do you want to become a celebrity too? Don’t daydream. If it were Song Yuan, maybe. But someone like you won’t make it in this industry.”
Shen Wanwan was speaking in reverse.
She felt Su Junmo did not need to act and attract so much attention.
He only needed to be an obedient stand-in, staying in the villa and accompanying her.
However much money he wanted, she could give him.
There was no need for him to come out and attract others.
Had she not seen the assistants at the set practically sticking their eyes onto him?
It was irritating.
“The director must not have been happy just now, right? You don’t even have much acting skill. Everything shows on your face. How can you act like that?”
Her tone softened slightly.
Whatever Su Junmo was thinking was written all over his face.
For example, right now. He was clearly hurt by her earlier words.
His expression looked gloomy and deeply wounded.
“Wanwan, you’re right. But I’m here to help my senior. Since she invited me to play this role, I will definitely perform it well. If there’s something I don’t do well, will you teach me?”
Su Junmo lowered his gaze, gentle and faintly dependent.
It seemed as though he had not taken her hurtful words to heart at all. Instead, he only cared about her and relied on her deeply.
Shen Wanwan’s heart skipped a beat.
Su Junmo depended on her so much. He simply could not leave her.
Even her delicate makeup could not conceal the blush on her cheeks. She could not stop the smile that curved on her lips. “If I don’t teach you, who will? If you act poorly, it would embarrass me too. Don’t worry. I’ll teach you properly.”