Huayu Entertainment: It was the young actress who took the initiative.

Chen Mo added the WeChat of the assistant director of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" through Li Yitong.

The other party was very polite and sent me the time and place for the audition.

Three days later, at 2 PM, in the conference room of a film and television company in Chaoyang District.

Then another PDF file was sent, which contained the scripts for Yang Kang's two audition plays.

"Mr. Chen, please prepare for these two scenes in advance. Also, would it be convenient to send you a copy of your resume and portfolio?"

Chen Mo replied, "Okay, I'll send it to you later."

He opened the script and began to read it carefully.

The first scene is a dialogue between Yang Kang and Wanyan Honglie in the Prince's mansion, showing his struggle with his identity.

Because he was a prince of the Jin Dynasty but had the complex mindset of someone of Song Dynasty descent.

The second scene is the first encounter between Yang Kang and Mu Nianci. It requires portraying the dashing and debonair demeanor of a young nobleman, while also subtly revealing his inner arrogance.

Both of these scenes require a high level of acting skill and are not easy to perform.

Chen Mo took a deep breath and began to ponder slowly.

He barely went out for the past three days.

He practiced his lines in front of the mirror, studied his micro-expressions, and tried to understand the inner world of the character Yang Kang.

Occasionally, when I get tired of practicing, I'll drive Reba's car for a spin to clear my head.

Chen Mo arrived at the audition location at 1:30 pm on the third day.

A number of people were already waiting outside the film company's conference room; they were all there to audition for the role of Yang Kang.

Chen Mo glanced at them and recognized some of the faces.

They are all young actors who will gain some fame in the industry later, but are not yet famous.

The competition is fierce.

He found a corner seat and sat down quietly.

A young man wearing glasses sat next to me, and he looked a little nervous.

"Are you here to test Yang Kang too?"

The other party initiated the conversation.

"Um."

Chen Mo nodded.

Have you acted before?

"It's been filmed but hasn't aired yet."

"I've never acted in one."

The young man smiled wryly, "I heard they auditioned for a lot of people for this role. The director has high standards; you have to be good-looking, have the air of a noble young master, and be good at martial arts... Sigh."

"Martial arts?"

"Yes, Yang Kang has a lot of action scenes. Although stunt doubles can be used, the director hopes that the actors at least have some basic skills and that they can do the action scenes themselves."

Chen Mo's heart skipped a beat.

I have a pretty good advantage, after all, I have [Martial Arts Proficiency].

The two chatted for a few more minutes. The young man's name was Wang Yu. He was a recent graduate of the Central Academy of Drama and had been working on film sets for half a year, but had not yet landed a decent role.

"I don't think it's going to work out."

Wang Yu sighed, "Look at those people over there, they all have previous works like you. Newcomers like me are just there to make up the numbers."

Chen Mo looked in the direction he pointed, and there were several actors who looked familiar. They must have played supporting roles in some dramas.

Just then, the meeting room door opened.

A staff member came out with a list: "First one, Li Ming, please come in."

A young actor stood up, took a deep breath, and went inside.

Auditions were held one after another.

Some people went in and came out after ten minutes, looking rather unwell.

Some people stayed longer, and when they came out, their expressions didn't reveal whether they had succeeded or failed.

Wang Yu was the seventh. He went in for fifteen minutes, and when he came out, he shook his head and gave Chen Mo a wry smile.

"It's probably hopeless."

When it was Chen Mo's turn, it was already 3:30 pm.

"Thirteenth, Chen Mo."

Chen Mo got up and straightened his clothes.

Today he wore a simple white shirt and black casual pants, neither too formal nor too casual.

Just as I reached the conference room door, I heard footsteps behind me.

"Chen Mo!"

He turned around, and there was Li Yitong.

She wore a light blue dress with a white knitted cardigan today, looking fresh and gentle.

People waiting for their auditions all looked over, their expressions varied.

There was curiosity, envy, and jealousy.

"Yitong? What brings you here?"

Chen Mo was somewhat surprised.

"I didn't have anything to do today, so I just came to check it out."

Li Yitong walked over to him and lowered her voice, "Don't be nervous, just perform normally. The director is a very nice person, but he has high expectations."

"Thanks."

Chen Mo smiled.

"come on."

Li Yitong gave him an encouraging gesture, then turned around and walked to the rest area to sit down.

Whispers could be heard from those around them.

"Isn't that Li Yitong? The one who played Huang Rong?"

"Why is she here? And why is she talking to this person specifically..."

"It's because of connections. These days, you can't get a role without connections."

Chen Mo heard it, but didn't pay attention.

He pushed open the door and walked into the conference room.

The meeting room was small, and three people were sitting behind a long table.

The person in the middle is director Jiang Jiajun, around fifty years old, wearing glasses, and with a serious expression.

On the left is the producer, and on the right are the casting director and martial arts choreographer.

"Hello everyone, I am Chen Mo."

Chen Mo walked to the center of the room and bowed slightly.

Jiang Jiajun looked up at him, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.

It looks good.

Which two scenes should we try out?

The casting director asked.

"Scene 1: Dialogue at the Prince's Palace; Scene 2: First Encounter with Mu Nianci."

"Let's begin."

Chen Mo nodded, closed his eyes, and activated [Expressive Eyes].

When I opened my eyes, my gaze had already changed.

It turned into Yang Kang's gaze.

Arrogant and aloof, yet harboring a subtle struggle.

"Father, there is something I do not understand."

He spoke, his voice cool and aloof, carrying the haughty air of a noble young master, "Why must I marry that Song woman?"

He seemed to be speaking directly to Wanyan Honglie, his tone respectful yet questioning, the sense of identity rift conveyed through subtle shifts in his voice.

Jiang Jiajun sat up straight.

Chen Mo's performance in the three-minute scene was very solid.

The dialogue was clear, the emotions were on point, and especially the air of a noble young master seemed to come naturally, not from acting.

The extraordinary and refined temperament described in the phrase "ethereal and otherworldly" has a unique charm when applied to a character like Yang Kang.

"The second match."

Jiang Jiajun spoke, but his tone was devoid of emotion.

Chen Mo adjusted his demeanor, and when he spoke again, his tone was more flippant, carrying the air of a young master from a prominent family.

"Young lady, you have excellent skills. May I ask your name?"

This scene depicts Yang Kang flirting with Mu Nianci, requiring the actor to portray a cynical and irreverent attitude while ensuring the audience doesn't find the character dislikeable.

Chen Mo handled it very well.

His eyes held admiration and a hint of teasing, but deep within them lay a trace of loneliness.

That sense of arrogance, of being the only one sober while everyone else is drunk, perfectly suits the character of Yang Kang.

After the two scenes were performed, the meeting room was quiet for a few seconds.

Jiang Jiajun looked at Chen Mo and nodded: "You acted well."

He picked up the resume on the table: "You just finished filming 'Eternal Love'?"

"Yes, director, I will play Donghua Dijun."

"Lin Yu-fen's plays."

Jiang Jiajun nodded, "She's very picky about who you're choosing. You're quite capable to be in her group."

He continued reading the resume, then suddenly paused.

"I saw your special skills here, saying you're good at... martial arts?"

"Yes, director."