Dressed in a black suit with a pair of rimless glasses perched on his nose, Xiao Qishen stood on the makeshift streets of old Shanghai which were created by the crew. He looked like a wealthy man from that time period, gentle as jade, and full of elegance and charm. Standing there, he looked picturesque, as if he was straight out of an old Shanghai period drama.
Shan Yatong changed into his drama costume. It was the costume of a student from that time period. He looked as beautiful as a sunrise with a youthful smile and a refreshing vitality.
On the side, Lin Yiqian smiled brightly. He rolled up the script and said, “Good, good. Tell the female lead to get ready. We will start shooting.”
Xiao Qishen saw that Shan Yatong was dressed like a young student. He approached him with graceful steps, and smiled. “My dearest brother, back from school?”
“Gege, how is sister in-law?” Shan Yatong raised an eyebrow and smiled. He looked like a typical good student who cared about his relatives.
“All right, it would be better for you two to put your energy into the official shooting later,” Lin Yiqian said, walking into the space between them. “Okay, our female lead is here. All of you get ready.”
Looking to the side, Shan Yatong saw someone in a white cheongsam and long hair. She carried a trendy women’s handbag from the 1930s, showing the unique beauty of the East. Walking in like that showed off a particular kind of charm.
Fang Wen, the famous actress who once won the title of film queen. Although she was over 30 years old, everyone in the circle still had to concede; she can indeed be called an actress with both acting and beauty.
Fang Wen, who did not like to talk much, nodded to Xiao Qishen and stood in her own position. As for Shan Yatong, who was still a newcomer, she only glanced at him and did not say much.
Fang Wen was well known in the circle. Xiao Qishen patted Shan Yatong on the shoulder, and gave him a comforting smile, and just followed him.
Shan Yatong’s eyes lowered slightly, covering up the indifferent smile at the corners of his mouth. The cold Empress Fang Wen, who once only got to be a supporting actress by selling her body, could not hide the past no matter how noble she acted now.
He walked slowly to his position and stood still. Closing his eyes, he got ready for the shoot. This scene was supposed to include all three of them. He did not want to be overwhelmed by the other two, especially since one is an emperor, and the other a film queen.
“3, 2, 1… Action!”
A handsome man in a black suit and a beautiful woman in a white cheongsam strolled down the streets while others watched enviously.
The man smiled cheerfully. “Did the baby kick you?”
“You’re stupid. The baby is only two months old, how can it kick me.” The woman couldn’t hide her shyness and joy with her flushed cheeks.
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Seeing her shyness, the man held the woman in his arms and gently stroked her supple hair. “Shurou, I think I am the happiest man in the world. I have the most beautiful wife in the world, and I will soon have the most obedient baby.”
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There was not a trace of gloom in the teenager’s smile, and it was as bright as the warm day, adding a touch of warmth to the gray world.
The lens zoomed out. With the teenager standing on one side of the street, and the couple standing on the other side, the picture was still indescribably beautiful.
“Okay, cut!” Lin Yiqian smiled for the first time today in front of the monitor. “This scene is done.”
The staff currently working on the set were relieved as soon as they saw his expression, and sighed with relief. This was worthy of an Emperor and Empress, and needless to say, their acting was very good. The newcomer also performed very well, no wonder his popularity rose so fast.
The insider knows the ropes, while the outsider is usually along for the ride. Even though Shan Yatong was a newcomer, he was not overshadowed in this scene by the Emperor or Film Queen. As a newcomer, it was very rare.
Regardless of what others thought, Lin Yiqian took out the speakerphone next to him and said, “All right, Fang Wen, Qishen, Yatong, get ready for the next scene.”
Shan Yatong and Xiao Qishen only had half a day on set. He had to finish shooting these scenes before it got dark, to make himself feel better these days.
“Brother, sister-in-law,” The teenager carefully dodged the traffic and went up to the two of them. His eyes seemed to unintentionally sweep over the beautiful woman. He nudged his brother’s arm. “What happened to make my brother and sister-in-law laugh so happily?”
“You little kid.” The man knocked the boy’s head and looked at his wife gently. “Just now the doctor told us that Shurou is two months pregnant. I will be a father soon.”
The teenager was stunned. He smiled happily and pressed his ear to the woman’s belly, also hiding the hopeless love in his gaze. “Ah, let me listen…”
“Silly child,” The woman’s pale fingers brushed the teenager’s forehead. “You’re just as silly as your brother.”
The teenager looked at his sister-in-law’s loving eyes, and the respect for his brother was clear. The older brother’s tender affection for his wife and child, as well as love for his younger brother could be felt, as well as the woman’s love for her husband and his younger brother. With only the conversation and small interactions between the three people, the scene was clearly interpreted so that people watching could not help but feel a fulfilling sense of enjoyment.
“Cut!” The smile on Lin Yiqian’s face was getting brighter and brighter. He walked up to the three people and said, “It’s very good. It really is the Heavenly Emperor and Film Queen.”
Fang Wen smiled and looked at Xiao Qishen. “Not at all, such a compliment from Director Lin.” Having said that, she looked out the corner of her eye and scanned the smiling teenager standing next to them. Was this a newcomer?
She couldn’t help recalling the newcomer’s performance just now. There was no trace of weakness from the newcomer. She felt very comfortable with him, like he was an experienced old actor. It didn’t feel like he was overwhelmed by the movie, but it also didn’t feel like he would let anyone steal the show. This is the first time she had seen such an excellent younger generation.
Lin Yiqian patted Shan Yatong’s shoulder. “Kid, is there any pressure filming with our beautiful Film Queen?”
Shan Yatong gave a harmless and shy smile. “Wen-jie is very beautiful. She really is like an older sister.” After saying this, the boy’s cheeks flushed prettily.
“Oh, oh! Kid, are you blushing in front of a beautiful woman?” Lin Yiqian laughed. “Our Wen Wen is a famous beauty within the circle. There are many who adore her. So don’t try to go down this difficult path, kid.”
As a result, the teenager’s face became even redder and his head ducked lower.
Fang Wen actually saw two Shan Yatong. His expression wasn’t as cold as before, and he was more or less smiling.
Xiao Qishen had a perfect smile on his face, but at the bottom of his heart he wanted to grab Shan Yatong and leave at once. What’s so good about an old woman nearly thirty years old?
What famous beauty, her eyes weren’t even as beautiful as Shan Yatong’s!
Damn Shan Yatong, why are you blushing? He could be ten years younger. Even as a cradle snatcher, the age gap was too big.
“So, kid, you should learn from Qishen. Even if you see beautiful women, you should act casual.”
Xiao Qishen’s smile twisted. Act casual?!
He must… restrain himself. He must endure!
“I tell you, in fact, a man like him who has lived among thousands of flowers, not even a leaf can touch him. This is because only a white lotus will do. They can only be viewed from a distance, not meant to be played with.”
Mary's next door! Xiao Qishen gritted his teeth and said, Director Lin, it would really be a shame if you weren’t a paparazzi!” He glanced at Shan Yatong’s expression. It was not bad. There wasn’t any particular reaction.
“Indeed, men who are too flirtatious can’t be trusted,” said Shan Yatong with a smile, “in a way, Xiao-ge is not a white lotus. He’s more of a butterfly.”
Xiao Qishen felt like he was struck by lightning. He… did he really misunderstand him? He looked at the gentle smile of the teenager. For the first time, Emperor Xiao regretted his image as a perfect man. Heavens, please give him a chance to change.
Just as Emperor Xiao was lost in the chaotic whirlwind of his mind, the third scene was ready to be filmed.
The speeding car, the teenager pushed away by the man, the man who fell in the pool of blood, and the desperate cry of the beautiful woman. The scene became more and more bleak, until it finally turned into the darkest gray, no longer a trace of light.
All three scenes were filmed once, and it already made up for Lin Yiqian’s second day with the female actress. He watched the monitor with satisfaction. While chatting with Xiao Qishen and Shan Yatong, he waved to indicate to the field crew to clean up the set.
“Qishen, I heard you’ll be shooting a gay movie?” While chatting, Lin Yiqian suddenly remembered the rumors in the circle. “Is it true?”
Emperor Xiao smiled. “Of course it is.” He glanced back at Shan Yatong, and continued. “Director Lin must also be familiar with the director. It is Li Nan.”
Lin Yiqian nodded and thought about it carefully. “Well, although the subject matter is quite special, the writers, investors, and directors are guaranteed. It will be a good experience to try a different style.”
“Right, who will be the other lead?” Lin Yiqian remembered that the other protagonist had not been named by any media yet.
Xiao Qishen raised his eyebrows and looked at Shan Yatong silently, with a smile.
Lin Yiqian couldn’t hide his surprise. “It’s this kid?”
Shan Yatong nodded. “It’s me. Does Director Lin find it very strange?”
Director Lin was blunt. He patted Shan Yatong’s shoulder. “I know your acting skills, but in terms of popularity, I really did not expect it to be you. But,” he paused. “Li Nan doesn’t like when screenwriters or producers appoint the actors. You don’t have to worry because he’s already worked with Qishen. You have to perform well to prevent him from changing the cast. This will be a good opportunity, and it would be a pity to lose it.”
Shan Yaxuan ducked his head and smiled, “I understand, Director Lin.” He accepted Lin Yiqian’s kind intentions.
“All right, I won’t say too much more. You two can go if you have something to do. I’m going to get ready to shoot another scene.” Lin Yiqian did not feel how excessive his behavior of crossing the river and tearing down the bridge was. He swaggered away with his hand behind his back.
Xiao Qishen was used to his behaviour. He turned to Shan Yatong and said, “I’ll take you back. Tomorrow we can take the full makeup photos. Tonight, let’s go back and get a good rest. You don’t have to worry about what Director Lin said, all you have to do is act well.”
Shan Yatong continued to smile. This Xiao Qishen was really hard to dislike, but… at the thought of a man with the same surname, Xiao, his smile gradually changed.
Edited by Kyou
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What with the xiao again…
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So the one in the past is not Xiao Qishen?
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