You Xiaoxia had never revealed the original female lead’s identity, but Song Linlang could vaguely guess who it was!
Ye Yutong, some unknown third-tier actress from who-knows-where, had been enjoying skyrocketing resources lately. Rumor had it someone was backing her, and she’d even tried snatching Song Linlang’s opportunities a few times. Fortunately, Song Linlang’s acting skills and popularity far surpassed Ye Yutong’s, so neither commercial nor film projects were successfully taken. But if Ye Yutong truly was some kind of protagonist, then she’d have to stay vigilant!
Lost in thought, Song Linlang stole glances at You Xiaoxia. If only she could arrange a meeting between You Xiaoxia and Ye Yutong! Then whatever schemes or secrets Ye Yutong harbored would be exposed!
The RV stopped at the Film City. Collecting herself, Song Linlang brought You Xiaoxia and Qingqing out.
You Xiaoxia wasn’t entirely unfamiliar with film sets – before transmigrating, she’d visited Shu Dian as a tourist. A quick stroll for novelty’s sake, and with luck, you might even spot a celebrity or two.
Song Linlang was currently filming a big-budget historical drama as the female lead. The set was crowded, and the moment she arrived, all eyes turned toward her – clearly, everyone had seen the trending searches.
But being adults, no one tactlessly approached to inquire.
Song Linlang never truly treated You Xiaoxia as an assistant. Taking the work pass from a staff member, she personally hung it around You Xiaoxia’s neck. “It’s your first time here, so everything must seem fresh. I’ll be filming soon – let Qingqing show you around.”
The makeup room was full of people who, while busy with their hands, were all ears. Seeing Song Linlang’s intimate treatment of You Xiaoxia, they turned to look curiously: Just what was this assistant’s background to warrant sister-like treatment from Song Linlang?!
The Film City was similar in scale to Shu Dian, with plenty to explore. Flipping the work pass back and forth, You Xiaoxia nodded. “Keep Qingqing with you. I’ll explore on my own.”
Time to gather gossip – everyone here would become my Guazi!
Thinking of the Wish-Fulfillment Emporium, You Xiaoxia grinned. This melon-field owner’s future looked promising!
As Song Linlang was pressed into the chair by the makeup artist, You Xiaoxia turned to leave but suddenly got shoved. Stumbling, she nearly fell until Qingqing quickly steadied her.
“Move aside! Whose assistant is this? So clueless! Can’t you see Brother Tao’s here? Why block the doorway?!”
Hey, the guilty party filing first?!
After regaining her balance, You Xiaoxia saw the pusher was a short man followed by someone in sunglasses – probably that so-called Brother Tao!
Qingqing stepped protectively in front of You Xiaoxia. “Zhu Dazhuang, who are you pushing? This is Sister Linlang’s person!”
The short man peered inside and indeed saw Song Linlang sitting grim-faced. Wu Tao removed his sunglasses and raised an eyebrow at his assistant. “Dazhuang, how could you push Sister Linlang’s people? Apologize, now!”
The short man snorted dismissively. “Sorry, Sister Linlang, didn’t realize she was yours!”
Song Linlang coldly replied, “You didn’t push me!”
Reluctantly, the short man muttered an apology to You Xiaoxia.
Qingqing tugged You Xiaoxia’s sleeve, whispering in her ear, “Brother Tao plays the second male lead. We’ll have to work together later – better not burn bridges.”
The entertainment industry is just like this—no matter how much you hate someone in your heart, you have to pretend to be friendly on the surface!
Clearly a scrawny chicken, yet named “Dazhuang” (Big and Strong). It’s true that people tend to emphasize what they lack the most!
You Xiaoxia mimicked Mr. Dazhuang’s earlier deadpan expression and sneered, “It’s fine. After a night of anxiety, I’ll just assume you were dizzy and confused earlier.”
Zhu Dazhuang scratched his head, not quite understanding what You Xiaoxia meant. Meanwhile, Brother Tao plopped down into the chair next to Song Linlang and let out an exaggerated yawn.
“Sorry, Sister Linlang. It’s just that while you were on leave these past few days, the director adjusted the schedule. We filmed late last night and were exhausted, so I didn’t get a proper rest afterward.”
Song Linlang immediately asked the crew to bring her the updated schedule. Sure enough, several of her scenes had been cut again!
Although she played the female lead in this drama, the original work was a male-oriented political intrigue novel. The female lead’s storyline was already weak and had been revised multiple times by the second male lead and the screenwriter. After just two days away, she had lost three more scenes!
Song Linlang’s face instantly darkened. Just as Brother Tao was feeling smug, a bizarre voice suddenly echoed through the set.
[Yeah, the night shoot ended at eleven, and then he went back to battle it out with the assistant director for three hundred rounds. Oh, and by the way, the assistant director is a man! No wonder his butt is sore and he couldn’t rest well!]
The entire set froze. Brother Tao’s hands trembled uncontrollably as he looked up in disbelief, clinging to the faint hope that he was the only one who had heard that voice.
But as his eyes swept across the room, he realized everyone was staring at him in shock. Some were even sneaking glances at his backside.
It’s over! he thought.
But You Xiaoxia wasn’t done with him. The inner monologue continued: [Wow, playing for both teams, huh? No wonder he’s so impressive—climbing the ladder by selling his a**! He’ll cozy up to anyone with resources. Ew…disgusting! And he has the nerve to accuse others of sleeping their way to the top! Guess he’s just projecting!]
As the strange voice exposed more and more secrets, Brother Tao grew frantic. He hurriedly shot Zhu Dazhuang a look. Initially startled, Zhu Dazhuang caught on and opened his mouth to speak, but before he could utter a word, the next thought arrived!
[Wow, they were photographed last night! Truly, the devil finds work for idle hands. These paparazzi are something else!]
What? They were photographed?!
Brother Tao instantly became as restless as an ant on a hot pan. He shot up from his chair, sending makeup supplies scattering everywhere.
You Xiaoxia jumped in fright, wide-eyed: [What’s he doing? Is he trying to start a fight?!]
Brother Tao had no intention of fighting—all he wanted was to contact his agent immediately to deal with the photos from last night!
Seeing that he wasn’t about to throw punches, You Xiaoxia continued her gossip feast: [Tsk tsk, this generation of paparazzi is useless. I just praised them, but they finally get the shots and don’t release them? Just because it’s two guys, they assume they were discussing the script all night?!]
Brother Tao brightened up and relaxed. That’s right—what’s there to fear if two men are photographed? He had a hundred excuses ready!
Those who rise in this industry are all cunning foxes. Brother Tao’s eyes darted around. This inner voice was too extraordinary—no wonder Song Linlang was acting differently! But if this person couldn’t be used for his own benefit, she had to be eliminated!
The moment the thought of “elimination” crossed his mind, Brother Tao was suddenly struck by a sharp, excruciating pain in his backside!
“Ouch, ouch, ouch, ouch!” He didn’t care that there were many people around and immediately covered his buttocks with both hands.