novellhall Chapter 46 Joining the cast of "Gu Jian Qi Tan"
Chapter 46 Joining the cast of "Gu Jian Qi Tan"
In the following days, Chen Nianbei's life returned to a regular routine.
Wang Hao, Zhang Lei, and Li Xiang all returned to school one after another, bringing local specialties and gossip they had accumulated during the Spring Festival, making the small dormitory lively again.
Zhang Lei was a bit tanned, but he was full of energy. As soon as he put down his luggage, he pulled Chen Nianbei aside to chat about the later stages of "Brotherhood of Blades," his eyes full of a sense of accomplishment.
Chen Nianbei spends most of her time immersed in the script.
He had already thoroughly studied the script for "Gu Jian Qi Tan," but as he approached joining the production team, he still meticulously analyzed Ling Yue's character logic and emotional development, filling the blank spaces with detailed notes.
On the second day after Xiao Yang checked in, Sister Li took Nazha to Shanghai ahead of schedule, saying that the magazine shoot was being moved up and that they also needed to meet with a few partners.
In the rush of leaving, even packing his things back at school was done by Xiao Yang.
On the phone, Naza's voice was muffled, carrying obvious resentment:
"Sister Li must have done it on purpose... Xiao Yang must have reported it to her."
The schedule in Shanghai is incredibly packed; there's not even time to catch my breath.
After complaining, she lowered her voice, her tone slightly coquettish.
"Do you miss me?"
Chen Nianbei stood on the dormitory balcony, looking at the gradually greening lawn below, and smiled:
"I do. You should focus on your work."
"Okay..."
Naza drew out the last word, then quickly added, "Once I'm done with things here, I'll find a chance to come see you in Hengdian..."
Chen Nianbei put away her phone and shook her head.
Sister Li's preventative action was swift and decisive.
But it's good that Naza should accumulate more exposure and works at this stage.
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Time passed slowly but surely until February 28th.
Chen Nianbei packed her simple luggage.
A few changes of clothes, the essential script and notes, and two large bags of Shandong pancakes that Wang Hao insisted on giving him "in case the food in Hengdian didn't suit his taste."
After saying goodbye to Wang Hao and the others, he boarded a flight to Yiwu, and then took a car from Yiwu to Hengdian.
It was already afternoon when we arrived in Hengdian.
The hotel arranged by the production crew wasn't top-tier luxury, but it was clean and tidy.
The lobby was mostly filled with young people, their expressions showing either excitement or trepidation at joining a film crew for the first time.
Chen Nianbei was checking in at the front desk when she heard a clear, slightly surprised voice coming from beside her.
"Chen Nianbei?"
He turned his head and saw Reba walking in through the revolving door.
She wore a beige short down jacket, jeans, and a light brown scarf, with her long hair flowing smoothly over her shoulders.
Her bright face showed some fatigue from the journey, but her eyes lit up the moment she saw him, and she walked over quickly.
"Reba? You're here today too?" Chen Nianbei was a little surprised.
"Yeah, just arrived."
Reba stopped in front of him, took off her scarf, revealing her fair face.
She seemed a little thinner than during the audition, but her features were even more refined and defined.
"What a coincidence, running into you at the hotel."
"It's quite a coincidence."
Chen Nianbei waved the room key in her hand. "Are you alone?"
"My assistant won't be here until tomorrow, so I'll come by myself first."
Reba explained, glancing at him.
"Have you eaten? I... I know a place around here that's pretty good."
She spoke a little faster than usual, her eyes were bright, and her voice was filled with excitement.
Chen Nianbei glanced at the time; it was indeed almost lunchtime.
He had been to Hengdian countless times in his past lives, but this was his first time in this life.
"I haven't eaten yet. Could you please recommend something?"
he laughed.
"No trouble at all!"
Dilraba immediately smiled, her eyes crinkling, "Wait for me a moment, I'll get the room key first."
She quickly completed the formalities and jogged back: "Let's go, it's not far, just on the street behind."
The two walked out of the hotel.
The evenings in Hengdian are bustling and full of life.
People dressed in ancient costumes, Republic of China era costumes, fantasy costumes, and other styles passed by from time to time.
"You seem to know this place quite well?" Chen Nianbei asked casually.
"I'm not really familiar with it, I've just been here a few times before."
Reba spoke in a light and cheerful tone.
As she spoke, she glanced at Chen Nianbei.
He was dressed in a simple black down jacket and dark trousers, with an upright posture and a calm demeanor that seemed out of place in the bustling crowd.
Compared to his formal attire during the audition, he looks more casual now, but also... more handsome.
And he smells so good...
Dilraba's heart raced, and she quickly looked away.
The small restaurant is tucked away in a narrow alley. It has a small storefront, but it is very clean.
The proprietress warmly invited them to sit down.
We ordered several of their signature dishes.
While waiting for the food, Dilraba couldn't help but ask about the script:
"Nianbei, how are you preparing for the role of Ling Yue?"
I watched your audition, and you acted exceptionally well.
I've been thinking about how to portray Fuqu more naturally, without making her seem so "pretentiously cute."
She asked the question very seriously, her eyes revealing curiosity.
Chen Nianbei took a sip of tea and thought for a moment: "The core of Ling Yue's character is 'responsibility' and 'protection'."
He is the eldest disciple, the future of Tianyong City, so all his emotions and actions are based on this foundation.
Even when reprimanding his junior brothers and sisters, his sternness stemmed from his desire for their well-being.
He paused, looking at Reba:
"As for Fuqu, 'cuteness' is not something she acts out; it's part of her personality."
You don't need to deliberately "pretend," but rather find out why she's adorable.
It could be her dependence on her senior, her curiosity about the world, or her own innocence.
"Grasp these core elements, and then let them flow naturally."
Reba's eyes lit up as she listened, and she quickly took out her phone's memo app to jot it down.
"You're right... I was always thinking about how to 'act' cute, which made it awkward. I must have misunderstood the direction."
She looked up, her eyes filled with admiration. "You're so professional. Your perspective is completely different."
"Think more, practice more, and you'll find your own method."
Chen Nianbei found it somewhat amusing to see her acting like such a well-behaved student.
The food arrived, and the two ate and chatted.
Dilraba asked some minor questions about acting, which Chen Nianbei answered one by one, but without any lecturing or pretentious talk; he simply shared his experience.
Reba listened intently.
She discovered that Chen Nianbei was not only handsome, but also had clear and insightful professional knowledge, far surpassing that of her peers, and even more practical than what her teachers taught.
"What movies or books do you usually watch to study?"
Dilraba asked curiously, "You seem to know a lot."
I watch all sorts of random things.
Analyzing classic films repeatedly, reading good novels, and observing people in real life are all important.
Chen Nianbei said, "In the end, what actors compete with is their understanding and sensitivity."
Reba nodded and silently made a mental note of it.
After finishing the meal, Chen Nianbei paid the bill, but Dilraba insisted on splitting the bill.
"We should definitely split the meal we eat together."
She was very insistent on her stance.
Chen Nianbei didn't argue with her.
Stepping out of the restaurant, night had completely fallen, and Hengdian was ablaze with lights.
Back downstairs at the hotel, Dilraba was still somewhat reluctant to leave, but felt too embarrassed to bother them any further.
"Um... see you at the reading session tomorrow."
She waved her hand, her smile bright, "Thank you for sharing so much experience today, I've benefited greatly."
"Learn from each other."
Chen Nianbei nodded. "See you tomorrow. Get some rest."
"The same to you!"
Watching Dilraba walk into the elevator, Chen Nianbei turned and walked towards her room.
The door opened, and the room was quiet.
He put down his luggage, walked to the window, and looked at the illusory yet real night view of Hengdian.
Tomorrow, it will officially begin.
He took a shower, dried his hair, sat on the edge of the bed, and opened the script again.
Ling Yue had already memorized his lines, but he still recited them softly, searching for the more precise emotional anchor and rhythm behind each line.
Under the light, his profile appeared calm and focused.