I'm not a drama freak, I can really see through the script

Chapter 206, Come with me to the battlefield!

"Ancient China, a civilization, I like it, I admire it."

Kim Sun-hee used sign language and eye contact to express her feelings to Lee Heon, then smiled, displaying remarkable poise and grace.

Li Xuan nodded, a hint of pride in his voice.

Even stripping away the characters' personal feelings, the Qin Empire remains a source of pride for most Chinese people. Standardizing writing, unifying cart axles, and unifying the six kingdoms—its greatness needs no further explanation.

Myth is not myth.

Based on the Qin Dynasty background.

The 'fantasy' that arose from real history.

"So, what were the generals like in the Qin Dynasty?"

At this moment, Kim Sun-hee glanced at Lee Hyun.

He was imposing and had a radiant, sun-like aura. Was this what generals of the Qin Dynasty were like?

honestly.

If it were Cheng Shilong, Kim Sun-hee wouldn't object. He's very masculine, handsome, has status, and is very capable. Half of the people on the entire peninsula, and even the island nation, are his fans. Many people would be willing to offer themselves to him in real life. If he were to play General Meng Yi, she wouldn't object, but she feels that this General Meng Yi is too aggressive, and his eyes are a bit... untrustworthy.

In fact, Kim Sun-hee was used to that kind of look.

There was even a slight numbness.

Even if he has such a high status, Kim Sun-hee can't just offer herself to him.

in case.

This is what the general from the Qin Dynasty said.

It's not that difficult to get into character.

At least.

I won't dislike someone younger than me.

Young general.

When Shao Bing brought Li Xuan back to the film set, they had almost finished discussing the script for the next stage.
Next, we'll be filming scenes set in the ancient Qin Dynasty.

The script is about General Meng Yi—or rather, Princess Yu Shu.

Princess Yu Shu is the real killer move in the past! It's also when she and Cheng Shi Long sing "Beautiful Myth".

At this moment, when Cheng Shilong saw Princess Yu Shu return, his eyes burned with desire, making no attempt to conceal his lust.
"Don't call me Chengshilong anymore, call me Fangshilong instead," Liang Jiahui said, not bothering to hide his slight disdain.

Cheng Shilong then said this as a matter of course.

"My fair lady, a gentleman likes to be brave."

“You’re not a gentleman, you’re a lecher,” Liang Jiahui teased from the side.

"Hehe, I also value mutual affection, okay? If it's not mutual affection, I won't make a move. I'm different from some people. I'm horny, but I have principles."

Cheng Shilong is someone who does things openly and honestly, even when it comes to being a lewd person.
Cheng Shilong, who is still unmarried, is different from Zhou Xingxing, who is also still unmarried.

Stephen Chow is someone who missed out on love, while Jackie Chan has never loved any woman.

At this moment, Tang Jili looked at Cheng Shilong's appearance and was somewhat speechless: "I asked you to play General Meng Yi back then, but you didn't. Now that the female lead is here, you regret it, don't you?"

"How could I possibly regret it!"

"There are kissing scenes and intimate scenes."

"hateful!"

Cheng Shilong seems to have a little bit of regret. Who knew that the number one beauty on the peninsula would be so beautiful in person?

at this time.

Tang Jili looked at Li Xuan.

This is the character design from the script.

Li Xuan glanced at the character description in the script that was handed to him and said...

I want to see it for myself and experience this character firsthand.
At this moment, Li Xuan used paper and pen to write and draw on it. Some were graphics, some were words, and some were even ripples with unclear meanings.
Brief biography of a person.

The meaning is actually quite obvious.

Back then, Stephen Chow was the same. When faced with a script and character background handed to him by the director, he would often read the script without saying a word and then say, "You don't understand, I don't, I understand the character!"

Back then, he often drove the directors and screenwriters half to their wits' end, although in the end it was proven that Stephen Chow was right, and that the choice made by this king of comedy was correct.

But for the creators, this is definitely a troublemaker.

Do you have Stephen Chow's talent? You're just going for this kind of edgy style.

This was also the moment when Tang Lili's impression of the young people on this continent began to decline.

I originally thought that Cheng Shilong's recommendation must contain profound insights.

In the end, he was just a mediocre talker. Who do you think contributed to the success of "Kung Fu Hustle"? It was nothing more than taking advantage of Stephen Chow's character development skills. Everyone knows that Stephen Chow is best at this. He directly saves you the input and understanding part and analyzes the essence for you. Do you think it is your own achievement?

It's kind of funny.

The people next to them also found it strange. Liang Jiahui and Cheng Shilong were actors who could modify the character settings to some extent. It was just a matter of whether they wanted to or not.

The director and screenwriter will then grant them authority.

Absolutely sufficient permissions.

Or rather, enough power.

Most child actors are not qualified for this.

Li Xuan is a typical example of a child actor.

It's both laughable and infuriating that an unqualified minor actor is demanding permissions here.

Liang Jiahui laughed and said, "He's quite an interesting actor with aspirations; that's how he should be."

Liang Jiahui also went through the same process back then. He participated in revising any scripts that had a bit of fame, or rather, making the characters more suitable for him.

Now, acting is no longer about money or fame for him. He has reached the limit on this path, and in terms of winning awards, he is the ultimate chameleon actor.

She can portray a thousand different characters and handle any type of role.

They can win all kinds of awards.

We've reached our limit.

He is on the same level as Cheng Shilong. Although he is slightly less influential than Cheng Shilong, he is still a top figure in the same category.

It can only be said that its overall influence is slightly inferior.

Box office influence is also a factor.

However, Leung Ka-fai knows that he has reached his limit. His influence and box office appeal cannot be improved any further. He can only continue to win awards or enjoy the fun of filming itself. What he likes most is acting and competing with people of the same level. This time, "The Myth" was made because he paid too much money and also helped Cheng Shilong support the film. The next film, "Election," is his main battlefield.

Just thinking about acting alongside an actor like Simon Yam made Leung Ka-fai's mouth water.

It's a kind of professional instinctual pleasure.

"Don't act crazy in front of me."

Cheng Shilong felt a little disgusted with his old friend when he saw Liang Jiahui like this.

However, to put it another way, which person who has reached this level in this professional field doesn't need pleasure to sustain them?

Only those who can personally experience enjoyment in this matter.

Only those who focus on fame and fortune can go further and achieve greater heights, while those who focus on fame and fortune have limited potential.

On the other hand, he is both the screenwriter and director.

"Don't mess around, this is a script I've polished over three years, and you're writing your notes here."

Tang Jili thought that writing character sketches was useless; if you really wanted to change your understanding of a character, you might as well just copy it yourself.

Otherwise, the characters you create will be completely mismatched.

"Alright, alright, kids these days have their own way of acting." Cheng Shilong said cheerfully, "Isn't there a saying that goes, 'If you make a mistake, you have to correct it, instead of saying that someone is wrong before you've even started doing it'?"

"When did you become so easy to talk to?"

The truth is this.

Liang Jiahui was somewhat surprised that Cheng Shilong had become so easy to talk to, even though his temper wasn't exactly good.

At this moment, Cheng Shilong patted Li Xuan on the shoulder, smiled, and said...

"It's alright, just take a look at it your way first."

"Ok."

Just as Cheng Shilong had thought.

Those who reach the pinnacle all have their own personalities and their own understanding and love for the script. If they were simply acting for fame and fortune, they would be more obedient than anyone else on set, and more obedient to director Tang Jili than anyone else.

But he didn't have the words of the most authoritative person in the entire server.

This is a kind of spirited and energetic feeling.

A kind of self-confidence.

interesting.

If it weren't for this incident...

Cheng Shilong may have thought he was just an ordinary, excellent young actor, just like Wu Yanzu and Xie Jinfeng, who worked with him. He was very respectful to the director, listened to his every word, and tried his best to perform, rather than focusing on his own and the expression of the character.

At this moment, in Beijing, at China Film Group, the head of the company, Han Ping, is the current head of China Film Group, a producer, executive producer, director, and supervisor, and a leading figure in the Chinese film industry.

Even the chairman of Huayi could only be considered a junior in front of him; he was the biggest figure in Beijing's entertainment circle.

But he doesn't represent the Beijing elite circle; including him is just a way for the circle to gild its image.
He has a dual background: partly government and partly a legal representative of China Film Group.

It was the pinnacle of public-private partnership.

"The Myth has already started filming. Will the Xi'an side give us the time of day?"

"Let alone your influence, Mr. Han, even Cheng Shilong himself has enough influence to get Xi'an to give him the green light."

"It's not about seeking special privileges or anything, but the significance of this 'Myth' is quite different, so we need to treat it with caution. Besides, the Xi'an Culture and Tourism Bureau is happy with this, as it benefits them as well."

Han Ping smiled at this moment.

The person next to me is Ge Pengyan, a producer in the Northwest film circle. She's not well-known and likes to make TV dramas set in rural areas. She's currently preparing to film a TV series called "Fugui"—an adaptation of the novel "To Live" by the famous writer Yu Hua.
This trip to China Film Group was purely to have tea with Han Ping.

"Yes, I know. China, South Korea, and India have all produced superstars. Works produced with China as the main producer are of extraordinary significance. It's cultural export."

"You really do understand me. Haven't you noticed that Western films have been making up a larger and larger share of our box office rankings in recent years?"

This year's "Kung Fu Hustle," "House of Flying Daggers," and "A World Without Thieves" are all hotly contested.

However, films like "The Lord of the Rings," "Troy," "Spider-Man," and "The Day After Tomorrow" also occupy a significant share of the box office charts—a trend that cannot be underestimated. It's worth noting that films like "Kung Fu Hustle," "A World Without Thieves," and "House of Flying Daggers" all had targeted marketing campaigns for the domestic market. Those films didn't have any marketing campaigns for the domestic market; they were entirely driven by audiences going to see them on their own initiative.

This trend should serve as a wake-up call for someone of Han Ping's stature.

From this position, he needs to see things from a higher, farther, and more macro perspective.
The Terracotta Army, such a magnificent cultural wonder of Chinese civilization, is more complete and culturally significant than any pyramid. If we don't let outsiders know about it, wouldn't it be like a pearl being shrouded in dust?

Foreign exchange, yes.

Cultural influence is essential.

"I can't see that far ahead. As a TV drama director, I don't have that kind of vision. I just want to find the right person to make the TV drama suitable. Finding my 'Fugui' is not easy."

"Yes, that's true. Works like 'To Live' are indeed not easy to find. Let me give you a suggestion: the casting criteria for this TV series."

"Oh, Mr. Han, what suggestions do you have?"

"Find someone with a good mental state and strong stress resistance. If you want good results, find someone who is immersed in the process. If you want to avoid lawsuits, find someone who uses methods."

"You seem to have some opinion about 'To Live'."

"Do I have a problem with 'To Live'? I have a problem with Yu Hua!!!"

Han Ping's lips twitched as he spoke.

Having opinions about Yu Hua is perfectly acceptable, even bordering on resentment. After all, from a creator's perspective, this novelist is a bit too much.

In particular, Yu Hua's ever-sunny smile made Han Ping feel an urge to slap him.

"Forget it, just cast the actors however you want. I'm going to Xi'an."

For Han Ping, this time "The Myth" is quite significant, especially the storyline of the ancient Qin Dynasty.

Perhaps from a business perspective, having Chengshilong's connections is the truly important route that needs to be refined and mastered, but Han Ping's thoughts are not entirely commercial; there is much more to consider than just commercial content.
Terracotta Army, Xi'an, ancient times, the charm of the Qin Dynasty.

Liang Jiahui also left Xi'an; he was going to India with the film crew to handle some filming matters. However, as soon as he arrived in India, he needed to take three days off due to excessive E. coli, gastroenteritis, and hospitalization. The crew members, who frequently filmed in India, were already adept at recommending hospitals.
If I had told you not to be greedy, and you had just eaten the water and food the crew brought, you wouldn't be in this state.
When Cheng Shilong heard on the phone that Liang Jiahui had been hospitalized, he sighed and said, "You can't even handle this much hardship? You still need more training, my Thousand-Faced Actor."

Cheng Shilong still had some reservations about Liang Jiahui's physical condition. "How are you going to keep up with me when we go back to Hong Kong to film action scenes?"
Liang Jiahui: Me? Keep up with you? Me?

I'm an actress who acts in dramatic scenes!

Are your expectations of me a bit too high?
at this time.

Cheng Shilong stayed in Xi'an first.

It's not because he has a film to shoot here. After all, he is a co-producer, and the work has a part of his personal style, so it still needs to be vetted.

Moreover, it's also necessary to have a connection with Meng Yi, since, given the setting, how could there be no connection between their past and present lives?

He also wanted to flirt with Kim Sun-hee, after all, the reputation of the number one beauty on the peninsula was no joke. Unfortunately, the number one beauty on the peninsula didn't respond much to his advances.

At this moment, Li Xuan was writing a script, his consciousness blurred...
The image of Meng Yi is becoming increasingly clear.

Or rather, it paints an increasingly clear picture of a loyal minister of the Qin Dynasty.

I am the son of Meng Wu, a famous general of the Qin Dynasty.

My father once led troops with Wang Jian to kill Xiang Yan, capture the King of Chu, and destroy the State of Chu.

Because of family background.

My elder brother Meng Tian and I held important positions in the Qin state in our early years.

Although I am a civil official, my martial arts skills are also extraordinary. After all, I am the son of Meng Wu, and the blood of a warrior flows in my veins, along with my loyalty to the Qin Empire.

My father always told me about his loyalty to the country: "The emperor you serve is a great man. Even King Wu and King Wen of Zhou are not as great as my emperor."

At first, I didn't understand any of this. All I knew was that my family had received imperial favor and that my family members were all famous generals of the Qin state.

Grandfather Meng Ao: Assisted King Zhaoxiang of Qin in his eastern expedition against Han and Zhao, capturing dozens of cities and establishing the Meng family's status;

Father Meng Wu: Participated in the war to destroy Chu, killed Chu general Xiang Yan, and captured King Fu Chu of Chu;
My elder brother, Meng Tian, ​​led the northern campaigns against the Xiongnu, built the Great Wall, and became a powerful figure on the frontier.

After my father died, my elder brother Meng Tian and I became the heads of the Meng family.

All I remember him saying before he died was, "Great. Great."
I am puzzled. I have met many people who say that my emperor is a tyrant and an evil ruler. Meng Jiangnu cried day and night to mourn her deceased husband. Such things happened frequently at the Great Wall, yet the First Emperor still carried out large-scale construction. When one Meng Jiangnu died, another was put in charge. There were always thousands upon thousands of lives in the Qin state to fill the Great Wall.

But I know that the Great Wall was built to fight against the Xiongnu.
This is a deed that benefits people for generations to come.

They don't understand, but I do, and the First Emperor did.

He never expected others to understand him. As long as I could understand him, that was enough. I had risen to the rank of Grand Minister. At that time, I was already the highest-ranking civil official. I could accompany the First Emperor, ride in the same carriage when he went out, and be in the emperor's presence when he entered the palace. I was the emperor's most trusted and favored person.

I am also the one who understands him the most.

Looking at this emperor in his black robe, who was gradually aging and growing white hair...
He recounted the past, the number of people who died each year during the wars between the six states, and how many people the Xiongnu, who invaded the Central Plains, would plunder and kill.

The six kingdoms were embroiled in civil war, strife, and infighting. In the sweltering summer heat, the stench of decay permeated even the king's palace.

Today, the Epang Palace no longer smells of such extreme decay.
I.

The one who understands my father best is the one who knows what "greatness" means.

The unification of the six kingdoms was forged on a bloody path. Even now, assassins and spies still frequently attempt to assassinate the First Emperor.

Before they die, they roar, their throats ravaged by torture uttering a pitiful wail: "You killed our people, destroyed our country, exterminated our clan, and now you want to destroy our ancestral temples, our writing system, our gods, our culture, everything about our nation! Why! You've taken everything from us, even these things!"
The First Emperor never bothered to talk to them about these things.
This will only allow them to continue to be tortured.

I do not blame these assassins. They sought revenge for their country, their families, and their relatives, prepared to die. This was their choice, and this was their path.

They sacrificed their lives for their families and their country.

But I, Meng Yi, still have to protect this 'tyrant'.

Because I think I understand now.
If the six kingdoms had not been unified, if there had been no standardization of writing and cart axles, if there had been no demolition of licentious shrines, conflicts and wars would still have continued unabated, with endless killings.
Only when he was alone would he declare with great pride, "Tyrant is the name of my time!"
A thousand years later.

I am the greatest emperor of all time!
It's a pity.

I will not see it, not for eternity.

I.
I.
Yes, you can.

I hope.

you.

you can!

The filming schedule for this part was set. Once the set, actors, crew, and everything else were ready, the Qin Kingdom storyline was also ready to begin filming.

"He was a loyal and righteous man who sought the elixir of immortality for the First Emperor and escorted this foreign princess to the Qin state. He was both loyal and brave."

At this moment, Tang Jili was telling Cheng Shilong about Meng Yi's character setting: a person who cannot be both loyal and righteous, but ultimately chooses loyalty.

Cheng Shilong, standing beside him, stroked his chin and nodded: "Hmm, even if a blindly loyal person goes through hardships with Yu Shu and develops feelings for her. Sigh, Yu Shu is so beautiful, back when the two of them were on the mountaintop, they could have run together, right?"

"If it were you, you'd run away together, right?"

"Hey, hehehehe"

Tang Jili suddenly felt that not letting Cheng Shilong play Meng Yi might not have been such a big mistake.
Of course, it was just a joke. Cheng Shilong wouldn't let his personal feelings affect the character. He was now curious about what kind of person the modern-day 'Jack Cheng' was and how similar the 'Meng Yi' of the past was.

After all, it was a dream from a past life.

Cheng Shilong wanted to see what kind of person Meng Yi was in this dream from his past life.
This filming was a big investment, with a whole host of spirited horses transported from Beijing. They were all strong and healthy, the kind of spirited horses that even Cheng Shilong would be afraid of.

However, in order to express the power and majesty of the warhorses, only the finest and strongest horses were used.
There are a lot of long, single-shot running scenes.

The equestrian instructor said that these horses are all professionally trained, and it doesn't matter if you can't ride a horse. As long as you can hold onto the horse, it can take you flying.

Saying
The lead actor has slim arms and legs; does he look good?
The equestrian instructor had also seen Li Xuan before, and to put it simply, he felt that this general might look too young and inexperienced, and he wasn't sure if he could handle the horses.

Tang Jili said it was okay; if the lead actor couldn't perform, they could just shoot more still photos and use a body double. There's always a way to overcome difficulties.

Originally, it should be like this.

Until Li Xuan came out.
Click, click, click.

That was the sound of armor pushing against the ground, the friction against the yellow earth, which was somewhat teeth-grinding.

The loess land of Northwest China, the homeland of the valiant Qin people.

When everyone present saw Li Xuan emerge from inside, a general dressed in Qin-style armor.

Before everyone's astonished eyes, Li Xuan stood before the spirited horse.

That thoroughbred wild horse, whom no one wanted to listen to in the eyes of the riding instructor, was bowing its head and nudging Li Xuan.
Follow my lead.

Go to the battlefield.

Kill the enemy.

(End of this chapter)