Chapter 384 - 384: The Choice of Female Lead! Impressive Acting (2)

Chapter 384 - 384: The Choice of Female Lead! Impressive Acting (2)

Translator: _Min

Gu Zhinan’s agent noticed Tang Haiqiu’s frown and paused, offering a reassuring smile, “Director Tang, if you have any other requirements, please let us know. Zhinan can endure any hardship.”

“We’ll inform you if there’s anything,” Tang Haiqiu responded formally, not yielding, “Not bad, go back and wait for the news.”

With that, the agent and Gu Zhinan left together.

Gu Zhinan, noticing Tang Haiqiu’s furrowed brow, asked, “Was my performance not up to par?”

“How could it not be?” her agent reassured her with a smile, “Your portrayal of Sui Yan’s soul being extracted moved me to tears. You’re an award-winning actress, why doubt yourself?”

“But Director Tang didn’t seem satisfied,” Gu Zhinan sighed, “It’s my first time tackling such a character, and I feel like I can’t fully grasp it.”

“Don’t worry, among those auditioning for the lead, none are better than you,” her agent assured, “Plus, you agreed to lower your fee for this drama. You’re the only choice; Director Tang has to pick you.”

Somewhat reassured, Gu Zhinan and her agent left the audition venue, brushing past Si Fuqing.

Si Fuqing, with her natural beauty and flawless skin, caught Gu Zhinan’s attention.

“Who’s that? She’s beautiful,” Gu Zhinan couldn’t help but look back.

“Probably a newcomer,” her agent replied indifferently, “Likely auditioning for the second female role. Let’s go.”

At the audition venue, MO Yishan, playing the role of the Celestial Ruler, chuckled, “Director Tang, are you not satisfied?”

“Mhmm,” Tang Haiqiu shook his head, “She didn’t capture the Sui Yan I envisioned. Sui Yan isn’t this weak; it’s lacking.”

Yet, he acknowledged that among today’s auditionees, Gu Zhinan was indeed the best in terms of acting.

“Indeed, it’s lacking,” MO Yishan sighed, “Old Tang, your character design is too complex. Not many can portray it well.”

Let her try.”

The assistant director handed over the script.

Si Fuqing quickly skimmed through it and handed it back.

The assistant director was stunned.

The lines were long, and although they had prepared cue cards, could she memorize them after just one glance?

The first segment was a climax.

Sui Yan’s soul was extracted by the Celestial Ruler, yet she retained some consciousness.

She could only hear his voice, calm and compassionate, “Suisui, you’re a naturally born celestial being, extremely precious, but you refuse to become celestial. Such a waste to use this body.”

“Yes, I killed your family, and I brought you to the Ninth Heaven only to find a suitable body for Hanyu. It’s time you repaid your debt.”

She remained silent, just looking at him.

Her expression was cold and detached, not a single tear shed, no heart-wrenching sobs.

A calmness deep as still waters, so serene it was terrifying.

The assistant director instinctively spoke, “Isn’t she too calm? When Gu Zhinan acted...”

Tang Haiqiu’s voice was stern, “Silence.”

The assistant director immediately fell quiet.

As Sui Yan’s fragmented soul fell into the demon abyss, demons attempted to devour her. She walked step by step, her voice hoarse, “I refuse.”

Fire seemed to ignite in her dark eyes, almost capable of burning the heavens and earth..nove(l)bi(n.)com