My Fortune-Blessed Leading Lady
Chapter 230: I’ll Go Buy It for You

Chapter 230: Chapter 230: I’ll Go Buy It for You

Yuran had been capturing the attention of the interviewers ever since she entered the performance world. In the eyes of Director Lin and many others, she was Xie Qingcheng herself, perfect in gaze, emotion, and everything else.

But in Bo Yan’s eyes, the person on stage was Fu Yuran.

All the uncertainties before had, at that moment, suddenly cleared up like the clouds parting to reveal a bright clear sky.

He greeted Director Lin alone, taking the lead to leave. Director Lin teased, "Not watching anymore?"

Bo Yan gazed at the person on stage, shaking his head, "I’ve seen enough. Do you really think, Director Lin, that with her acting like this, I still need to beg you?"

Director Lin: "...Your words are really harsh. Get out, just get out."

Bo Yan smiled and turned to leave.

The area below the stage was dimly lit, and as Yuran was immersed in her performance, she naturally didn’t notice. Only after the siege scene had ended did all the lights in the large conference room brighten. For some reason, she instinctively looked at the spot where the heavily wrapped-up person had been sitting.

But it was now empty, devoid of anyone.

She wasn’t disappointed, though. After bowing, she stood on the stage waiting for feedback.

The role was something she was determined to get.

Speaking of which, even if she didn’t get the role, receiving guidance from Director Lin wouldn’t be bad.

Director Lin, looking at the young girl’s remarkable eyebrows and eyes and recalling Bo Yan’s words, couldn’t help but smile, "Very well done, it’s indeed rare for someone to dare perform the siege on site."

No props, no sets, no lighting, no counterparts, everything had to come from herself. Performing well was seen as acting genius; botching it was seen as madness. Such scenes, generally destined to fail, were not chosen by many.

How confident must one be in their own acting abilities to choose such a scene?

As far as he knew, this young girl wasn’t formally trained, hadn’t been involved in this circle before, and her acting skills hadn’t been honed—could this be what they call a natural-born talent?

Perhaps in a few years, standing shoulder to shoulder with Bo Yan wouldn’t be impossible. No wonder she had caught the attention of such a picky person; there were traces to follow, indeed.

Yuran grinned, addressing Director Lin’s puzzled look, "Director Lin, you flatter me. I just chose a different path, betting on the impossible, contrary to the usual way."

"Hahaha..." Director Lin liked the young girl’s way of speaking—straightforward, upfront. Several other panel members silently smiled as Director Lin continued, "Very successful, this different path you’ve chosen seems to really work."

Yuran smiled slightly, her politeness tinged with confident arrogance, "Thank you, Director Lin, I’ll take that as a compliment."

"And it is a compliment," Director Lin admitted without stinginess. "However, I can’t give you a definite answer now. You’ll need to wait for a notification, usually available after three days. In the meantime, let’s discuss something else."

Yuran was puzzled. Had Director Lin become so amiable? Did he have time to chat randomly with interviewees?

Although curious, she nodded without interrupting Director Lin’s enthusiasm, "Please, go ahead."

"If you receive notification that you’ve gotten the role, you’ll need to join the crew for over four months. How would you arrange your studies? Looking at your resume, it seems you are still in school?"

She had thought this question would only arise after receiving the notification, but now she was facing it directly. Before he could continue, Director Lin went on, "Also, I heard you’re currently shooting another drama. My crew doesn’t allow actors to overlap projects. How will you manage that?"

Yuran, under many watchful eyes, pondered for a moment and then answered honestly, "I’m sorry, Director Lin, but I don’t want to deceive everyone, nor can I persuade myself. Thus, I will consider this as I am.

I will not overlap projects. That’s a principle. The drama ’Glory’ that I’m currently filming is also being shot during my regular holiday time. If I’m fortunate enough to land the role of Xie Qingcheng, naturally, I’d be very pleased.

However, if it requires halting my studies to shoot ’Emperor Shun of Tang,’ I would give up the role of Xie Qingcheng."

Her response was candid, straightforward, and resolute.

There wasn’t a single trace of regret.

All the interviewees were stunned; Director Lin clearly didn’t anticipate it either, and after a brief moment of astonishment, he burst into laughter.

"This young girl is different from the others; asking this question obviously means that her chances of getting the role are high, yet she still doesn’t consider it—truly unexpected."

Director Lin, "Alright, since you’re prepared, go back and wait for the notification."

Bowing to everyone, Yuran turned and left.

"What a pity."

As soon as Yuran’s figure disappeared, a producer whispered to Director Lin, "With the young girl’s talent, working hard for a couple of years would be incredible. ’Glory’ is no small production. Given her acting skills, she would definitely shine in ’Glory.’ Temporarily pausing her studies isn’t that big of a deal."

Director Lin didn’t agree, "Old Zheng, you are mistaken. Look at the artists in the circle who started halfway through; once they become famous, how many of them have the time to go back to studying? Can you count how many?

There’s a time for everything, this is discipline. Although it’s true that fame should be pursued early, good food is worth waiting for, isn’t it? It all depends on how one treats their life, this is an attitude issue.

"I actually admire this young girl’s decision," he added.

The producer was puzzled, "But sometimes, once an opportunity is missed, it’s gone."

Director Lin, "That’s true, but with her ability, she won’t lack opportunities. Just wait and see, a shallow beach can’t trap a real dragon. Her chance to shine is still yet to come. Even if she doesn’t become an actor, she won’t have any issues with employment."

The producer, looking through Yuran’s profile, agreed with Director Lin, "I see, a high-caliber student indeed!"

Director Lin gathered the documents on the table and picked up his water cup, "I’ll be leaving first then. As for the decision on who to choose, let’s discuss it later, after I look at the others."

"Yes, Director Lin."

...

Yuran stepped out of the hotel, got into her car, and sent a message to Bo Yan.

[Yuran: Brother Qi, the role of Xie Qingcheng might not come my way.]

Bo Yan was also on his way back to the set when he saw the message from the young girl followed by two sad emojis. He couldn’t help but laugh, and his long fingers quickly replied.

[Bo Yan: The final decision hasn’t been made yet, and you’re already feeling down? Where’s my little girl’s confidence?]

[Yuran: If Diyang were mine, I’d film whenever I wanted and choose whatever role I desired. Alas, it’s just a thought...]

[Bo Yan: Pfft... Daring to dream is already very impressive. That’s good, it shows you have ideas, and I really support you.]

[Yuran: I’m just rambling, and you just casually listen—your cooperation makes me hesitant to continue.]

Bo Yan’s call came through just then, and Yuran answered instantly, "Hello..."

Bo Yan, "You sound upset, what can cheer you up when you’re feeling down?"

"Tengluo Alley’s Liu Ji, I love their fried chestnuts; they always make me happy when I eat them."

Tengluo Alley’s Liu Ji?

"I’ll go buy some for you."

Yuran hurriedly refused, "No need, Brother Qi, it’s too far, don’t go."