Rebirth of the Cannon Fodder in the Entertainment Circle

Chapter 131 - 131 131 No Compromise

?Chapter 131: Chapter 131: No Compromise Chapter 131: Chapter 131: No Compromise After Luo Ning’s performance ended, the directors looked at her without saying a word.

So she took the initiative to break the silence, “Director Zhu, was that okay?”

It was then that Director Zhu came to his senses, his smile becoming more genuine. “Not bad, why don’t you try the part where Su Youling turns evil and meets the male lead again?”

Luo Ning did not refuse and performed the scene.

The smiles on the faces of Director Zhu and the others deepened as they watched; it was evident that Luo Ning had thoroughly grasped the character of Su Youling and was very familiar with the script and lines, clearly having prepared seriously in advance.

They had a favorable impression of such a dedicated actor, especially since her acting had given them a great surprise.

The effect of the performance closely matched their vision and feelings for Su Youling.

After the performance, Director Zhu marked Luo Ning’s name twice under the list of names.

Then, smiling, he said to Luo Ning, “Thank you for your performance, Teacher Luo. Please go home and wait for our notice.”

Luo Ning nodded, “Okay!”

After she left, the eyes of others waiting for their audition explored her curiously.

Given that Luo Ning had stayed inside for double the time of the others, it inevitably led to speculation.

Just as Yu Chunjiao was about to leave, she directly approached Luo Ning and asked, “Why did you take so long to come out?”

Although the financier had indicated that the role of the second female lead was hers, she was still afraid of any unforeseen changes.

Luo Ning looked at her indifferently, “What’s it to you? Are we that close?”

Yu Chunjiao, displeased, retorted, “What’s wrong with just asking? Are you feeling guilty?”

She wondered what Luo Ning had been doing inside with the director for so long.

“Good dogs don’t stand in the way,” Luo Ning said, uninterested in dealing with a woman who became arrogant and brainless at the hint of support.

Since Yu Chunjiao had gained the financier’s support, no one had dared speak to her that way.

Her face turned ugly, “You just wait and see.”

Luo Ning didn’t look at her again but walked away directly, “As you wish.”

Back at the audition set, Director Zhu and the others were also discussing.

The three felt that Luo Ning had truly brought Su Youling to life and it would be a pity not to select her.

Especially since none of the other actresses who came in to audition for the role of the second female lead managed to convey the sultry allure of the transformed witch that they were looking for, which made them even more certain about Luo Ning.

However, they also had to accommodate the investors, so Director Zhu decided to discuss thoroughly using Luo Ning for the role.

After all, they all hoped the drama would achieve good results, and besides a good script and quality production, actors were very important.

As for the role of the lead female, Director Zhu and the others settled on Bo Xiangxiang.

Firstly because the CEO of Star Entertainment had personally intervened; if they cast Bo Xiangxiang, they would also receive additional investment.

Secondly, Bo Xiangxiang’s appearance fit the lead female role well, and her acting was decent.

Thus, they made the decision outright, the only controversy being over the role of the second female.

It must be said, Bo Xiangxiang’s luck as the lead female was very good.

The original lead actress for this drama had suddenly gotten injured a few days ago and had not come to the audition.

Yu Chunjiao, with her connections, had her eyes on the role of the second female lead and did not compete for the lead.

With operations by Yuan Hanyi and her own decent acting skills, the lead role effortlessly became hers.

Sitting in the nanny van, Fang Yan smiled at Luo Ning and said, “Ningning, your acting is very good. If nothing unexpected happens, the role of the Second Female is definitely yours.”

As Luo Ning’s agent, Fang Yan was able to watch her audition performance.

Because of Luo Ning’s performance on the live variety shows, combined with their usual interactions, Fang Yan didn’t believe the rumors online.

But he truly did not expect Luo Ning’s acting skills to be so good, completely beyond his expectations.

With such acting skills, coupled with her rising popularity, she didn’t need to worry about fame.

Luo Ning leaned back in her seat, drinking water, “I saw Yu Chunjiao acting as if the role was hers to take, there might be some unexpected developments with this role.”

This large-scale Fantasy Martial Arts Drama was particularly costly; the investors were like the bosses, so whether Director Zhu would compromise with the financial backers behind Yu Chunjiao remained unknown.

Fang Yan frowned upon hearing this, “The financial backer behind Yu Chunjiao is indeed a problem. I’ve heard that person acts very arrogantly and is very protective.”

Ever since Yu Chunjiao was supported by that individual, two people who had offended her were directly sidelined in the industry by her backer, so her actions in the circle became more and more arrogant.

Hence, although Yu Chunjiao was not a top player, not many people dared to offend her.

He could see that Luo Ning really liked this role, so he said, “I will try my best to secure this role for you.”

Being able to sit in the golden seat of Xinghuang’s top agents, Fang Yan had strong connections.

So, he was still prepared to try, even against Yu Chunjiao’s financial backer, because protecting his own artist was also his priority.

Luo Ning smiled and said, “Then, I’ll have to trouble Brother Fang.”

Despite being an agent, Brother Fang didn’t hesitate to help her fight for the role, even if it might offend someone powerful.

If it were Yan Qiuping, he would definitely have forced her to submit and give up right away.

The difference was significant.

The next day, Luo Ning received a call from Fang Yan.

“Ningning, Director Zhu got back to me, he and the screenwriter both think highly of you, so they discussed with the investors and want you to play the Second Female.”

“But the financial backer behind Yu Chunjiao is not giving in.”

“I’ve found two more investors to talk things through, and in the end, that person expressed a desire to meet you before deciding.”

Luo Ning was somewhat surprised, “Why would he want to meet me?”

Fang Yan replied, “I’m not sure either, but I found out that after he met with Liu Shaoxian of the Liu Family before, he called Director Zhu requesting to meet you.”

“By the way, the main role of the female lead has been confirmed with Bo Xiangxiang.”

He was rather speechless; who would have thought that the role of the Second Female would be more coveted than the leading role? This was very rare.

But since it was his artist’s preferred role, and Luo Ning was completely capable and had great acting skills, he strangely felt the role of the Second Female was more appealing.

He added, “That Yu Chunjiao has already been campaigning in the circles that she has secured the role of the Second Female, claiming that you were not selected because of poor acting skills.”

“So I suggest you meet him and see. If that person insists on using Yu Chunjiao, we will think of other methods.”

This matter definitely couldn’t be compromised.

In fact, not getting this Second Female role wasn’t a big deal since he could help Luo Ning find better scripts to play the lead.

But if they compromised now, Luo Ning would likely be taken lightly in the circle in the future, and everyone might think they could push her around.

Especially since Yu Chunjiao deliberately released such a message; if Luo Ning didn’t get this role, wouldn’t it confirm the rumors that she wasn’t selected because of poor acting?

Luo Ning was not surprised that Bo Xiangxiang’s leading role was confirmed, but she hadn’t expected Liu Shaoxian to also get involved.

She narrowed her eyes and said, “Alright, let Director Zhu set a good time with that person, and we’ll go to the meeting.”

She was indeed curious to see what they were up to.