Chinese entertainment: What's wrong with actresses wanting to improve?

Chapter 70 Unexpected Visitor

On March 20, the casting for "Empresses in the Palace" was basically completed, and newly signed actresses Yang Rong and Yan Danchen were also given important roles.

Although casting is basically complete, there is still some time before filming officially begins.

Because these actors need to undergo unified training to learn proper court etiquette.

Similarly, the costumes, props, and props also require careful study of reference materials.

On March 22, casting for "Soldiers Sortie" was completed, and pre-production preparations entered their final stage.

Fu Yibai had seen the cast of "Soldiers Sortie," and it was almost identical to the cast in his previous life.

Although Zhang Yi won the Best Actor award in Berlin, he still readily accepted the audition invitation for "Soldiers Sortie".

Not only because "Soldiers Sortie" was Chenxi's project, but also because the show was very appealing to him while he was still in the military.

On March 25, 2004, filming for "Love is Not Blind" was more than halfway complete.

Spring arrived in Beijing unexpectedly. Just a few days ago, the wind was still chilly, but now, with the sunshine, the poplar trees along the roadside have sprouted fuzzy buds.

Fu Yibai sat behind the monitor, watching Fan Binbin and Wen Zhang bicker in front of the camera.

This scene depicts Huang Xiaoxian and Wang Xiaojian's daily bickering in the company's break room. The dialogue is dense and the pace is fast, with the two exchanging words like a stand-up comedy routine.

After finishing work that evening, Fu Yibai had just returned to the hotel where the film crew was staying.

There was a knock on the door.

After the door opened, Liu Yan walked in, dressed in business attire.

"Mr. Fu, Ms. Liu Yifei would like to visit the set tomorrow and called to ask if that's alright."

"Visiting the set? Let her come if she wants."

Fu Yibai did not refuse. The filming of "Love is Not Blind" was progressing quickly, and even if someone came to visit the set, it wouldn't cause any delays.

"Okay, I'll reply to her right away."

After saying that, Liu Yan was about to leave.

"No rush, come take a bath with me."

Looking at the stunning beauty before him, Fu Yibai picked her up by the waist and carried her towards the bathroom.

Liu Yan gasped, her cheeks instantly flushing red, but she did not struggle.

The steamy air in the bathroom quickly blurred the glass door, and two figures could be vaguely seen overlapping.

The sound of the showerhead drowned out the alluring panting.

The next day, Fu Yibai was watching a scene when Liu Yan leaned over and whispered something.

"Mr. Fu, Ms. Liu Yifei has arrived."

Fu Yibai raised an eyebrow and turned to look at the entrance.

Liu Yifei was wearing a white sweatshirt and jeans, with her hair in a ponytail and no makeup, looking like an ordinary college student.

Beside her was her mother, Liu Xiaoli, carrying several bags of fruit and drinks.

"Brother Yibai!"

When Liu Yifei saw him, her eyes lit up instantly, and she jogged over, her ponytail swinging behind her.

"How come you have time to visit the set?"

Fu Yibai stood up and took the things from Liu Xiaoli's hands.

"The cast of 'Chinese Paladin' happened to be filming on location in Beijing for a few days, so I asked Mr. Cai for half a day off to come and watch you film!"

Liu Yifei smiled with her eyes crinkling, but her gaze couldn't help but drift towards the monitor.

"May I take a look?"

"Look around as you like."

Fu Yibai gestured for Liu Xiaoli to sit down and then asked Liu Yan to bring a chair.

Liu Yifei crouched behind the monitor, her eyes glued to the screen showing the ongoing filming.

Fan Binbin and Wen Zhang are acting out a scene together.

"That's amazing..."

Liu Yifei muttered softly, her eyes full of envy.

"Sister Binbin acted so well..."

Fu Yibai turned his head to look at her.

"Want to make a movie?"

Liu Yifei was stunned for a moment, then nodded vigorously.

"think!"

But then she immediately lowered her head, somewhat embarrassed.

"It's a pity about my acting skills..."

Fu Yibai spoke in a flat tone.

"As long as there are roles that match your skills, acting ability will not be a problem."

You would be perfect to play Zhao Ling'er right now; she's innocent, carefree, and detached from worldly affairs, which matches your own personality.

In two years, we can try something more sophisticated.

Liu Yifei listened attentively, her eyes sparkling.

"Will Brother Yibai cast me in his movies in the future?"

Fu Yibai looked at her; her face was so young it seemed like you could squeeze water out of it, and her eyes were as clear as mountain spring water.

"meeting."

Liu Yifei's face instantly lit up with a smile, like a flower in spring.

"Thank you, Brother Yibai!"

Not far away, Fan Binbin had just finished filming a scene and was walking this way.

Upon seeing Liu Yifei, she raised an eyebrow and then put on a professional smile.

"Yifei's here? Long time no see."

"Hello, Sister Binbin!"

Liu Yifei immediately stood up and greeted them politely.

Fan Binbin approached, his gaze sweeping over her face before glancing at Fu Yibai, his eyes holding a profound meaning that only Fu Yibai could understand.

"Yifei is getting more and more beautiful."

"No way~"

"Binbin is the prettiest."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Liu Yifei and her daughter took their leave.

Before leaving, Liu Yifei turned back to look at Fu Yibai and waved.

"Brother Yibai, I'm going back to filming. Come visit the set sometime!"

Fu Yibai nodded.

After the person left, Fan Binbin leaned close to his ear and whispered.

"My little beauty."

Fu Yibai turned his head to look at her.

Are you jealous?

"No, I didn't."

Fan Binbin rolled her eyes, but couldn't hide the smile on her lips.

"I'm just reminding you, her mother is always by her side."

Fu Yibai didn't reply, but simply patted her waist.

"Go touch up your makeup, get ready for the next step."

On the night Liu Yifei left, another uninvited guest arrived at the "Love is Not Blind" crew near the end of filming.

"President Cai? What brings you here?"

"Director Fu, did I disturb you?"

Fu Yibai put down his script and looked at the person who had come in.

Tonight, Tsai Yinong wore a dark green trench coat with a belt that accentuated her slender waist. Her long hair was draped over her shoulders, and her makeup was lighter than when she attends formal occasions, making her look much softer.

"Is Mr. Cai traveling incognito?"

Fu Yibai's tone was slightly teasing as he gestured for the stagehand to bring over a chair.

Cai Yinong smiled and sat down beside him, her gaze sweeping over the crew members who were packing up their equipment.

"Director Fu, please stop teasing me."

I happened to be running errands nearby and thought I'd drop by to see what you, the great director, were up to.

Fu Yibai didn't respond to that, he just looked at her.

Tsai Yinong felt a little uncomfortable under that gaze and coughed lightly.

"Actually... I have something I'd like to ask Director Fu."

"explain."

"It's not convenient here. How about I treat you to a simple meal after you finish work?"

Fu Yibai glanced at the time, then looked at the crew wrapping up their work.

"Half an hour left."

"Then I'll wait."

Cai Yinong arrived suddenly, but left in no hurry.

Half an hour later, the crew of "Love is Not Blind" wrapped up filming.

When Fan Binbin came out after removing her makeup, she saw Cai Yinong still sitting next to the monitor, whispering something to Fu Yibai.

She raised an eyebrow and walked over.

"It's rare for Mr. Cai to visit the set, how about we grab a late-night snack together?"

Fan Binbin smiled politely, but his gaze intentionally or unintentionally swept over Fu Yibai.

Tsai Yinong smiled and waved her hand.

"I won't disturb your rest. I just want to talk to Director Fu about something."

I'll treat Binbin to dinner another day.

Fan Binbin didn't press the matter and nodded to Fu Yibai.

"Then I'll head back to the hotel now."

Before leaving, her gaze lingered on Cai Yinong's face for a second longer, and only Fu Yibai could understand that look in her eyes—"She's here to steal my food again?"

Fu Yibai gave her a look: Don't overthink it.

Fan Binbin pursed her lips, turned around and left.