The Film Emperor Asks For Divorce Every Day 影帝每天都想离婚[穿书] Ch. 34

Translated by Neirith

As a fellow colleague of the same company, this method of treating newcomers is extremely unbecoming. 

As he gazed tenderly at Qin Yanyu, he ran after her and pulled her into his arms as soon as she was within reach. 

Surprised, Qin Yanyu was momentarily stunned before she pushed him away, saying angrily, “What are you doing?! This action isn’t in the script. Are you doing this on purpose?”

She surveyed the person in front of her, not expecting that he would be so indiscriminate so as to change the script and try to embrace her once shooting started. 

This kind of person was undeserving of Yu Chen’s special treatment!

The director hurriedly called “cut.”

All of Qin Yanyu’s assistants as well as her agent gatthere around, staring at Ling Qing in displeasure. “Mr. Ling, please have some self-respect.”

Ling Qing smiled, idly turning the fan in his hand as he said coolly, “You’re thinking too much. It’s only because I saw that Sister Qin was about to go out of the frame, so I stopped her before the director could.”

“You’re just a newcomer, how would you know this?” Qin Yanyu sneered.

Remaining unperturbed, Ling Qing said calmly, “Not only do I know this, I also know that He Chaoyang wouldn’t have wanted Zhao Anning to leave at this time, so he would have held her before she left. Thus, holding you fits He Chaoyang’s frame of mind, so I did just that. The scene was coming to an end and I helped it move forward a bit, but it makes sense along those lines.”

“So you should have my gratitude?” Qin Yanyu asked ironically.

“Frankly, I think you should thank me.” Ling Qing said, neither humble nor haughty. 

“As soon as you came in, the mood of the scene hasn’t been right. I’ve been working hard to save it, so even if it’s just you walking out of the shot, I did my best. I’m new, so I might not always notice the camera, but you’re a veteran. Why didn’t you notice? I’m afraid this type of mistake is an insult to your status.”

When Qin Yanyu heard this, her lips automatically pursed. 

And when others heard this, they all responded by coming over. 

It wasn’t Qin Yanyu’s first time shooting, and the director had already mentioned her position prior. Therefore, for Qin Yanyu to go out of the shot truly wasn’t rational.

If Ling Qing hadn’t pulled her back, then the only way to ensure that the two remained in the same frame would have been for Ling Qing to follow her. 

If that were the case, then it was only necessary for Qin Yanyu to stop before she reached the security barrier. 

Nevertheless, it wasn’t guaranteed that Ling Qing would be able to exercise as much control as her. If that were the case, then if Ling Qing went out of the shot, it would be he who was scolded.

Thinking this, everyone couldn’t help but glance twice at Qin Yanyu. 

It was surprising that this pure and beautiful goddess could harbor such thoughts. 

Seeing that the atmosphere had become tense, the director hurriedly said, “Yanyu, you might have been too engaged in the scene and lacked some control. That’s why you failed to notice the camera. Xiao Ling, don’t think too much.”

Immediately grasping this, Qin Yanyu said, “I didn’t notice, I’m sorry. The mood was too intense, so I got too into it.”

Hearing this, the director said, “Yanyu, restrain your emotions a little. You’re too emotional. You don’t hate him, the two of you are only fighting. You just want him to understand you and hope that he changes for you, not vent your emotions.”

This was essentially affirming what Ling Qing had stated previously, that Qin Yanyu’s mood was incorrect.

When everyone heard this, they couldn’t help but peer at Ling Qing to see that he had remained calm and relaxed. 

Not like a newbie at all.

Although Qin Yanyu had wanted Ling Qing to make mistakes for the director to scold him. Unexpectedly, she was the one who was scolded instead. 

She was currently popular, so hastily replied, but didn’t dare to face the director or Ling Qing. 

“Let’s start over.” The director instructed.

All of Qin Yanyu’s people retreated. Raising her head, she looked at Ling Qing with obvious dissatisfaction in her eyes. 

Taking no offense, Ling Qing smiled, “Let’s go, Sister Qin.”

Qin Yanyu said nothing. Having just been criticized by Director Li, she wanted to recover as soon as possible. Therefore, she no longer tried to deliberately embarrass Ling Qing, and performed normally.

The scene was completed so smoothly, that those who watched it almost didn’t believe it. 

If, at first, everyone’s eyes were still wandering between Ling Qing and Qin Yanyu, by the end, they were firmly cemented on Ling Qing.

He acted too well for a newcomer, not at all like someone who had never acted before. When he gazed at Qin Yanyu with affection despite their arguments, one could feel his helplessness and restraint.

In the end, He Chaoyang failed to stop Zhao Anning as she broke free from his embrace. He took half a step forward, but stopped. Taking one sentimental, reluctant look at her, he silently sighed and slowly lowered his head. 

At this time, Li Caiwei and the other girls couldn’t help but desperately cry out, “Zhao Anning, are you blind?! Can’t you see everything he’s done for you?! Why are you leaving! Why don’t you understand him?!”

Director Li looked back and forth twice, his gaze returning to Ling Qing. 

This scene should have been evenly matched, with the male and female protagonists employing their own reasons. They would undergo a brief period of separation, both of them in the wrong. Both loved each other deeply, but right now, the performance…”

Director Li inspected himself. He was a man, so he was more partial to Qin Yanyu as he was repelled by the same sex.

However, when he watched through the lens, he felt that Zhao Anning, played by Qin Yanyu, was not only unreasonable, but not as deeply affectionate towards He Chaoyang as he was to her.

Based on his actions and the look in his eyes, He Chaoyang loved the person before him. Yet, Zhao Anning didn’t really seem like she liked him that much. 

This won’t do! Director Li had a headache. This was entirely different than what the novel was trying to express!

Director Li instructed Ling Qing and Qin Yanyu to do a retake. 

Puzzled, Qin Yanyu asked, “Is there a problem?”

Director Li began to analyze Zhao Anning’s psychology while instructing her about the scene. He concluded, “You need to show your love. You can’t let people think that you don’t like He Chaoyang that much.” 

Qin Yanyu hadn’t expected there to be a problem with herself. Thus, she was unwilling to admit this and said, “It’s probably cause I haven’t filmed with a newcomer for a long time, so I was affected by him.”

Director Li: …

Director laughed inwardly while complaining to himself. Haha, this newcomer performs better than you and won’t be affected by you.

He looked towards Ling Qing, who was too lazy to deal with Qin Yanyu. Ling Qing smiled at Director Li, who could only smile back embarrassingly and pat him on the shoulder to cheer him on.

The two engaged in another shot. This time, Qin Yanyu did better, but still couldn’t match Ling Qing. 

By just watching the scene, it was obvious that the male lead loved the female lead more, and that the female lead’s feelings weren’t deep. 

Thus, the director made them take another shot. Feeling annoyed, Qin Yanyu deepened her emotional expression. This time, the feelings were equal, and the overall scene was good, but when it came to the overall situation, it felt more like a daughter throwing a tantrum.

Director Li: …

He went back to the previous shot. That should be fine. 

In the meanwhile, he became more curious and surprised by Ling Qing. 

Against Qin Yanyu’s background, Ling Qing’s acting capabilities remained outstanding and stable. Not only did he perfectly portray the character, but he pressured his partner, forcing people to lock their eyes on him. 

This was really something that was not easy to do. 

“You’ve really never acted before?” Director Li asked.

Nodding in reply, Ling Qing said, “Never.”

“But you know how to position yourself, your lines are perfect, and your control of emotions are better than veterans. You’ve really never acted?”

Ling Qing snapped the fan and said calmly, “The positioning is because of what you taught me before. As for my lines and my emotions, maybe I’m just talented.”

Director Li: …

Director Li felt that he was truly shameless.

Indeed, Ling Qing was truly unashamed. Over the years, he’d learned many tricks to attract others’ attention. His age, his appearance, and his background of an uncultivated talent, were all perfect for creating the image of a genius actor. 

He had already formed this image a while ago, so there was nothing to be ashamed of. 

Despite feeling that he was too shameless, Director Li had to admit that he was very talented and a natural born actor. 

Performing artists had arrogance in their bones. This was something he had, so it was only natural that Ling Qing also had it. When viewing it this way, he felt that his evaluation was quite accurate. 

“Go find the martial arts instructor, Instructor Gao. The next scene will be yours and Zhong Huan’s action scenes, so go to him to practice.”

Ling Qing nodded and went off to find the martial arts instructor.

Gao Feng was busy adjusting Zhong Huan’s movements. Seeing Ling Qing approaching, he smiled and said to Zhong Huan, “Your opponent is here.”

Zhong Huan had been practicing swordplay with Gao Feng after he applied his makeup, so he naturally had not seen Ling Qing’s act with Qin Yanyu. 

Striking out the tip of his sword, he said contemptuously, “I’m afraid he won’t be able to block my sword.”

Saying this, he looked at Ling Qing, who gave him a polite smile. Zhong Huan sneered and said nothing.

Gao Feng rushed over to Ling Qing’s side and instructed, “Zhong Huan, go practice by yourself once you’re done. I’m going to teach Ling Qing now. Later, the two of you will fight with each other.”

“Okay.” Zhong Huan cast a glance at Ling Qing. “I’ll be waiting.”

Watching him turn and go somewhere not too far away, Ling Qing felt the urge to laugh.

When he’d first entered the entertainment industry, he’d encountered cast who disliked him and would ridicule or bully him. 

At the time, Ling Qing was enraged, thinking that one day, when he became popular, he would make them apologize for what they did. 

However, when he saw these people now, he only felt they were silly. He had stood at the top of the entertainment industry and basked in the glory of thousands of people, so it was only obvious that his mentality had changed.

When thinking of people like Qin Yanyu or Zhong Huan, he felt they were naive, like children, immature juniors who, because they were young and had shortcomings, could still be forgiven.

As long as the other party didn’t go too far, he didn’t really care. 

Picking up a fan similar to Ling Qing’s, Gao Feng began to guide Ling Qing’s movements. 

In the fight between himself and Zhong Huan was on the ground, so there was no suspension. In order to make their movements more visible, Gao Feng had designed motions that appeared very beautiful. This was especially true for He Chaoyang. 

As he was unsure how much Ling Qing could handle, he first demonstrated three different movements to Ling Qing, each of decreasing difficulty.

“Which one do you feel more confident learning?” Gao Feng asked. 

“The first one.” Ling Qing replied, unhesitating.

Gao Feng was surprised. “That’s the most difficult one. It’s the most extravagant, but it’s also the most difficult. You’ve never filmed before, and you don’t do martial arts, so you might not be able to learn this by today.”

Ling Qing smiled. “Let me try. For book fans, He Chaoyang is their idol. In their perspective, his fighting must look the best. Therefore, it makes the most sense to pick the first one.”

Gao Feng felt that this was in line with the role, but he didn’t know if he would be able to learn it.

However, after forty minutes, Gao Feng had no choice but to remain silent.

“You really don’t know martial arts?” Gao Feng said with disbelief. 

“No.” Ling Qing, who was dead set on appearing like a genius actor, replied. 

Gao Feng was still in disbelief. “That’s impossible. This is a combination of several moves that are not at all easy. How could you learn it perfectly by watching?”

“Maybe because I’m a talented actor.” Ling Qing played the omnipotent card. 

Gao Feng felt wronged. “Even if you’re a talented actor, how could you know martial arts?”

Ling Qing thought about it for a while, before saying seriously. “Then maybe I’m extraordinary. Maybe I have innate skill.”

Gao Feng: …

Gao Feng wondered how the person across from him, who looked so young like a university student, could have such thick skin that he could open his mouth so shamelessly. 

“You’re not humble at all.” Gao Feng said ruefully.

“To have excessive humility is prideful. I can only say it as it is. Otherwise, wouldn’t it be unfair to everyone else?”

Gao Feng: … It really seems like there’s no problem with this.

Nobody liked competing with geniuses, but everyone felt a sense of crisis when they felt they were competing with equals. Just now, he had felt that Zhong Huan, an actor of the new generation, was a bit weaker in comparison to Ling Qing. 

However, if he accepted that Ling Qing might just be talented, then Zhong Huan might not seem weak. He was normal, it was Ling Qing who was abnormal. 

“Then, let’s do it again. Gao Feng said, “Do you still remember the actions?”

“I remember.” Ling Qing noded.

Hearing this, Gao Feng performed the entire set for Ling Qing. 

By the second repetition, Ling Qing had already learned it and no longer needed to watch him. 

Gao Feng wanted to repeat it for a third time, but was stopped by Ling Qing. “No need, I remember it. I’ll show you once more and you can tell me if I’m doing it correctly.”

Gao Feng: …

Gao Feng felt he had taken a critical hit. 

Nevertheless, once Ling Qing had finished his demonstration, Gao Feng felt that he knew what a real critical hit was. 

Ling Qing’s “once more” was not a simple demonstration like he’d expected. Rather, he’d changed his expression, his eyes becoming sharp, and appeared as if he were He Chaoyang fighting against his opponent.

When he was striking, his movements became softer, as if he had found his opponent were quite interesting and he was teasing them.

After watching for a while, Gao Feng felt he had just finished watching a scene. At the end of it, Ling Qing turned around and stood still, opening his fan naturally with a smile in his eyes. “Don’t fight me again if you can’t beat me. It’s too boring.”

His tone was natural and his expression was light. Standing on the noisy set, he appeared like a nobleman in a chaotic world. 

It’s no lie. Gao Feng thought. He’s a bona fide talent in both acting and martial arts.

This type of person was born to act, destined to become popular.

Applauding, Gao Feng suppressed his surprise and said, “There were no issues. Your actions were very good. I’ll call Zhong Huan over and you guys can practice.”

“Great.”

Gao Feng instructed his assistant to call Zhong Huan over as he chatted with Ling Qing. 

Hearing Xiao Li call him over, Zhong Huan was surprised. He looked at his phone and said, “It’s been less than an hour and Ling Qing already learned it?”

Xiao Li nodded in response, his eyes shining. “He learned it and his movements are really fluid and beautiful. Instructor Gao was surprised. I’ve followed Instructor Gao for so long, and it’s the first time an actor has learned so fast. It’s amazing!”

No wonder he’s the male lead, Xiao Li said to himself in amazement.

Zhong Huan looked at him suspiciously. That fast? That good? He didn’t believe it.

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The author has something to say: 

Zhong Huan now: Really? I don’t believe it. Newcomers like to bullshit, they don’t know their own weight.

Zhong Huan tomorrow: !!! What’s going on?! What the fuck is up with this newcomer? Are all newcomers freaks?!

Ling Qing: Be good, you still have one day to surrender~

Director Li and Instructor Gao: I don’t know why, but I feel our male lead is abnormal. He is completely unlike a traditional newcomer!

[Small Theater]

Yu Chen: How long has it been since I’ve seen my wife? It feels like it’s been a while!

Steward: It’s been a day.

Yu Chen: …

Steward: One day without meeting feels like three autumns, I get it!

Yu Chen: Does he miss me?

Steward: No, the Madam is happily filming. He’s ready to pick up some little brothers. 

Yu Chen: !!!!

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