I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

"I heard you had a cameo role in Director Gu's film 'Springtime'?"

Cheng Sheng asked.

"Mm." Zhang Jingchu nodded.

“Zhang Jing, since we both graduated from the Central Academy of Drama, don’t blame me for being nosy, but you and Director Gu should break things off, otherwise it will affect your future,” Cheng Sheng said.

He shouldn't have said anything about this, but he didn't want Zhang Jing to ruin herself because of Gu Changwei's matter.

According to the original storyline of Zhang Jing's career, which was supposed to happen next year, she starred in Gu Changwei's "Li Chun". However, when the movie was released, everyone discovered that her scenes had been almost completely cut, leaving very few.

When reporters asked why the scenes were cut, Director Gu stammered and didn't give a clear answer, which only fueled further speculation.

Given that his wife, Jiang Wenli, didn't look too happy, everyone felt that something was definitely going on, and that there might be some unclear relationship between the three of them.

Rumors started circulating online that the "Empress" was unhappy and had squeezed Zhang Jing out of the production crew.

The rumors of a "ban" started around this time.

However, the matter didn't escalate too much at that time. What really made things ferment was another incident later on.

In 2016, Jiang Wenli's niece, Ma Sichun, won the Golden Horse Award for Best Actress, which many people found unacceptable at the time.

I think Ma Sichun won the award because Jiang Wenli and Gu Changwei helped him behind the scenes.

This dragged Zhang Jing into the mess again.

In order to prove that Jiang Wenli was the "mastermind behind the wives' group," everyone started digging up old grievances and looking for all sorts of "evidence," just like solving a case.

They claim that Huang Xuan was promoted by Jiang Wenli, that Ma Sichun won the award through her connections, and that Zhang Jing was blacklisted because she offended her.

They were just rumors, but they had a great impact on Zhang Jing.

Starting from that year, Zhang Jing's high-quality resources disappeared, and she was constantly plagued by negative news.

Although she won the lawsuit in the end, the impact did not subside. Under the pressure of constant scandals, a career slump, and public opinion, she had no choice but to go to the United States to study.

Cheng Sheng really didn't want her to repeat her old mistakes because of this movie.

If she hadn't starred in "Li Chun," perhaps her future could have been different.

Moreover, Jiang Wenli is the lead actress in "Li Chun," and Zhang Jing will always be resented by Jiang Wenli for staying on set.

“Director Gu has helped me a lot. He invited me to make a cameo appearance in ‘Li Chun’ (Springtime), and I couldn’t refuse,” Zhang Jing said hesitantly.

“I heard that director Derek Yee’s film ‘Protégé’ is auditioning for the female lead. I can have someone recommend you for an audition,” Cheng Sheng said.

The original female lead for the movie "Protégé" was Zhang Jingchu, and it was Director Gu who recommended her to audition.

Although he did not know Derek Yee, Lau Tak-wah did know Derek Yee, and Lau Tak-wah was also a key member of the creative team for the film "Protégé".

He recommended Zhang Jing to audition without any problem.

"May I?"

Upon hearing that Cheng Sheng could recommend her for an audition for "Protégé", Zhang Jing immediately became interested.

She certainly knew about the movie "Protégé," which was directed by Derek Yee, produced by Chan Ho-sum, and featured a cast of talented actors including Lau Tak-hua, Ng Yin-zu, Koo Tin-lok, and Yuen Yung-yi.

If I could play the female lead in this movie, it would definitely make all the female artists in the industry swoon.

"I believe your acting skills are good enough for the female lead role," Cheng Sheng said solemnly.

In another timeline, although Zhang Jing was recommended by Director Gu to audition, she truly won the role of Afen with her own acting skills.

Zhang Jingchu truly went all out to portray this role well. In this film, Zhang Jingchu's character, Afen, makes a huge sacrifice. She not only has to face the struggles and pain of her husband, played by Gu Tianle, who is an addict, but also has to personally try drugs to prove their quittability.

However, the outcome was regrettable; Afen ultimately failed to quit drugs.

Even more appalling is that Afen's husband has gone so far as to exploit her and their daughter to engage in drug trafficking in order to satisfy his own drug addiction.

Afen, struggling in a difficult situation, has a chance encounter with Ali, played by Wu Yanzu.

As their relationship deepened, an indescribable feeling gradually blossomed between them.

In the development of this relationship, Zhang Jingchu and Wu Yanzu jointly presented a highly dramatic bed scene, which is undoubtedly a highlight of the film.

This also became an important sacrifice for Zhang Jing in shaping the character, adding more dramatic tension to the plot.

There is an even more shocking plot in the film: Ah Fen is forced by her husband to test poison, and ultimately dies.

Incredibly, after her death, her body came into close contact with rats.

When Ali visited Afen again, he found that Afen had passed away, and her body was covered with rats.

This plot point undoubtedly adds more thrills and suspense to the film.

But one can imagine the courage and dedication required for an actress with a goddess-like aura to play a corpse and have intimate interactions with rats.

Although Zhang Jing made great sacrifices, she received very positive feedback.

At least after "Protégé", she earned the title of a powerful actress.

"Thank you, Brother Sheng." Zhang Jing was deeply moved and, in her excitement, grasped Cheng Sheng's hands.

Click!

Just then, a bright light flashed, followed by the sound of a camera shutter.

Cheng Sheng turned his head and saw a person taking pictures of the two of them with a camera. When he realized he had been discovered, he immediately grabbed the camera and ran out of the coffee shop.

"I'm sorry, Sheng-ge, I'm afraid I've dragged you into this." Zhang Jing let go of his hand and said with an embarrassed look.

Cheng Sheng shook his head with a wry smile and said, "This has nothing to do with you. It's all because these reporters are so hateful. I never expected them to follow us."

Now that this photo has been taken, it's likely that his affair with Zhang Jing will soon spread throughout the entire Chinese entertainment industry.

However, Cheng Sheng wasn't too afraid, since he and Zhang Jing really didn't have anything going on.

"This is Lau Tak-wah's contact number. I'll speak to him later. You can contact him when you get back, and he'll naturally recommend you for the lead role in 'Protégé'."

"Ah."

Zhang Jing added Liu Dehua's phone number to her contact list and nodded.

After being photographed by reporters, Cheng Sheng lost interest in staying at the coffee shop. He said goodbye to Zhang Jing and went straight home.

He needed to consult with Zeng Li before the reporter posted the photos online.

I checked the time; Zeng Li should be on set at this hour.

Cheng Sheng didn't call Zeng Li immediately, but sent her a message first.

A few minutes later, Zeng Li replied: 【What is it?】

Upon seeing the reply, Cheng Sheng immediately dialed Zeng Li's number, and the call was answered instantly. (End of Chapter)