Superstar's Development Diary
Chapter 438 - 439: People Can’t Be Cowardly

Chapter 438: Chapter 439: People Can’t Be Cowardly

It was just a moment, but Luo You figured it out—Wilson’s assistant was setting him up!

If he had been lucky, he would have seen the email in the morning, and he could have come up with a plan. But he usually read his emails in the afternoon or evening. Now he was really in trouble, caught off guard by the timing.

Seeing Luo You’s grim expression, He Jinxia couldn’t help asking, "What happened?"

Luo You looked at her, "Have you had any conflicts with Wilson’s people, or did you offend this director?"

He Jinxia thought for a moment and shook her head, "No conflicts. I only know the director personally; I don’t know anyone around him. The only one I do know is a relative of his, and I have a pretty good relationship with that relative."

She considered whether Xie Jiahui might have sabotaged her, but knowing Xie Jiahui’s character, even if she was hostile, she wouldn’t resort to sneaky tricks to harm her, not to mention that it was Xie Jiahui who had initially helped her secure this opportunity.

"What exactly happened?"

Luo You rubbed his temples and said irritably, "The audition time was moved up by half an hour. They demanded we arrive within five minutes, saying there was no reason a whole group should wait for a few of us. If we couldn’t make it, we shouldn’t bother coming at all."

Cheng Xiaohua said indignantly, "That’s bullying, they changed the audition time at the last minute!"

Luo You spoke sternly, "Not exactly last minute. They sent an email at eleven last night about the change, but I was already asleep. In the morning, I was too busy picking up Jinxia and heading to the audition site to check my email. This time I was trapped by the assistant."

He asked He Jinxia again, "Are you sure you have no issues with this assistant?"

He Jinxia shook her head, "I don’t know Wilson’s assistant at all."

Luo You, "That makes it tricky then, this assistant clearly has a problem. Why is she targeting you?"

Cheng Xiaohua voiced a thought, "Could it really be our side’s fault?"

Luo You confirmed, "Impossible. They wouldn’t just send an email for something as critical as changing the audition time; they would at least call to notify."

Finally, he added, "That’s basic protocol. The system is well-established in the industry, both domestically and internationally, as not many people use email for communication anymore."

Cheng Xiaohua, "So...should we still go?"

Luo You was silent.

Suddenly, He Jinxia smiled, "Of course we should go."

Luo You looked at her, "But..."

He Jinxia interrupted, "No buts. Even if I’m late, I do not want to give up this opportunity!"

"They have a large group, right? The audition won’t end quickly. At least it won’t be over by the time we get there. We’ve come this far, there’s no reason to give up now."

Cheng Xiaohua said in a low voice, "But we are late. Some directors in the industry value punctuality, and I’m afraid even if you get there, he might not let you audition."

He Jinxia tapped her fingers lightly on her leg and said determinedly, "I still don’t want to give up."

"I’ll explain the reason for being late to the director. I’ve trained a month in ballet and foreign language for this role; giving up is not an option, If I’m defeated by another in the audition, I have nothing to say, but if I’m beaten due to schemes and tricks, I’m not content."

"Alright, then let’s go!"

Luo You supported her, scoffing, "I’m not content either. I’ve managed talents for so long. I’ve encountered last-minute changes of the audition location, the audition time, and roles, but never an email notification for changing the time. They’ve really opened my eyes."

"Go? Why wouldn’t we? Not only will we go, but we’ll also make a big impression! I will personally ask the assistant about this. If I don’t get a satisfactory response, well, I still have the power to make some noise. They want the Hua Country market, right? Let’s see them try to get it!"

When the people of Hua Country have a negative impression of the film, the initial viewer numbers will be reduced. If they want to recover later, they can only do so through good reviews.

But who can predict what the reviews will say?

He Jinxia gave him a look, "Take it easy, he’s a well-known director. We really shouldn’t tear into him."

Luo You’s expression was proud, "That’s why I’m just speaking hypothetically."

Cheng Xiaohua, "..."

He Jinxia, "..."

A real character!

They arrived at the audition site at seven fifty. After asking at the reception, He Jinxia and her group hurriedly made their way to the designated floor.

The audition process was not as complicated as He Jinxia had thought. As soon as they arrived, the door to the conference room swung open, and many celebrities walked out.

He Jinxia glanced briefly, recognizing mostly second-tier celebrities; Deng Zhaoyan, being top tier, stood out remarkably among them.

The two sides soon faced each other.

Ignoring the celebrities, He Jinxia went straight up to Director Wilson and sincerely said, "Director, I received the email about the change in audition time from your assistant at eleven last night. By then I was already asleep, and I received no phone calls. In the morning, I didn’t check my email so I missed it."

"Although I’m late, I sincerely ask for a chance. If I am inferior in the audition, I have nothing to complain about, but to be rejected without even auditioning, I would not be content."

Wilson was stunned, glancing at his assistant.

The assistant’s heart raced, his face paling—he had never met He Jinxia and Luo You as they had all communicated by phone.

If he had known they were here to complain, he wouldn’t have given them a chance to speak!

Seeing this, Wilson’s expression darkened slightly and he turned to He Jinxia, "I’m pressed for time."

He Jinxia immediately said, "Just five minutes, please. I’ve taught myself a bit of ballet—I ask you to watch."

Without any fuss, she took off her outer coat and then her sweater underneath, revealing a base layer, and began dancing right there in the hallway.

Any dance requires showcasing the physique, and wearing bulky clothes would lose the essence of ballet, so she had no choice but to wear something thin.

Fortunately, He Jinxia was well-prepared. Wearing long jeans on her lower body perfectly showcased her legs.

She pointed her toes, straightened her foot arches, held her chest high, and stretched her arms upward. Like an elegant swan, she gracefully moved about.

Wilson’s eyes lit up.

The assistant became even more nervous, instinctively turning to look at the star standing behind him.

As soon as five minutes were up, Cheng Xiaohua signaled to He Jinxia. Instantly, she stopped her movements, smiled at Director Wilson, and did not mention whether she had passed the audition, only saying, "Thank you for giving me a chance."

She stepped aside, clearing the pathway.

Wilson didn’t say much, only four words, "Wait for my notification."

As soon as he had spoken, he headed for the elevator, confirming that his earlier statement about being rushed was not a lie.