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

Chapter 77 Filming Progress

In the following period, the filming of "Hello, Old Times" progressed more smoothly than expected.

Chen Mo's condition on set is getting better and better.

Every glance he gave was precise and accurate. The undisguised affection Lin Yang showed when he looked at Yu Zhouzhou, the disappointed avoidance after being rejected, and the complex emotions when they reunited after many years were all vividly expressed in his eyes.

What surprised the director even more was that when he acted with Li Landi, Li Landi was able to get into Yu Zhouzhou's character more easily.

The two actors displayed remarkable chemistry, capturing the innocent flutter of first love, the tentative explorations, and the inner turmoil of conflicting emotions.

However, the phrase "joyful and smiling" had an unexpected effect in campus dramas.

Chen Mo doesn't need to perform; he can naturally exude Lin Yang's sunny and cheerful smile.

That smile was clean, warm, and without any impurities—just what a young person should look like.

Director Shamo sat behind the monitor, watching Chen Mo's performance, and often couldn't help but nod in approval.

"Chen Mo is truly born for this job."

He told the producer, "He can play any role convincingly. Look at his smile, how natural and clean it is."

Many young actors these days, when playing sunny characters, either become greasy or affected, but he doesn't. He *is* Lin Yang.

The producer was also very satisfied: "Yes, and he can also motivate his co-stars. Look at Lan Di, he's noticeably more relaxed when acting opposite him, and his performance is more natural."

"These are the qualities of a good actor."

Director Shamo couldn't help but exclaim, "Not only can he act well himself, but he can also help others act well."

The scene being filmed that day was a key moment in the drama.

Lin Yang confessed his feelings to Yu Zhouzhou on the basketball court but was rejected.

This scene is rich in emotional layers, from the courageous confession to the disappointment of being rejected, and then to the stubbornness of forcing a smile.

"All departments, get ready!" the assistant director shouted.

Chen Mo stood in the center of the "basketball court," holding a prop basketball in his hand.

He took a deep breath and composed himself.

Before filming began, he had already mentally rehearsed the scene countless times.

"Scene 38, Shot 1 of 'Hello, Old Times,' Action!"

The clapperboard is struck.

Chen Mo dribbled the ball a couple of times, then looked up at Li Landi who was walking over.

His eyes changed in that instant, from their usual sunny and cheerful look to a cautious anticipation.

A smile played on his lips, but there was a hint of nervousness hidden beneath it.

"Zhou Zhou".

Chen Mo called out to her.

Li Landi, who plays Yu Zhouzhou, stopped and turned to look at him, her eyes showing a evasive look as if she sensed something was amiss.

Chen Mo put down the basketball and walked up to her.

The two were so close that they could feel each other's breath.

He looked at her, his eyes full of sincerity: "I have something I want to tell you."

The voice was soft, but firm.

She could feel the emotions Chen Mo was conveying to her, and she completely entered into Yu Zhouzhou's state.

I like the person in front of me, but I don't dare to accept their affection because I'm afraid of losing them and getting hurt.

"I like you."

Chen Mo said that he pronounced each word clearly and solemnly, "I've liked it for a long time."

When he said this, his eyes were bright, and his pure affection almost overflowed.

The sunlight shone on him, gilding his features with a golden edge.

Li Landi looked at him, her lips moved, but no sound came out.

After a few seconds, she whispered, "I'm sorry—Lin Yang, I—"

She didn't finish her sentence, but her meaning was already clear.

Chen Mo's smile froze.

The change in his eyes at that moment was textbook perfect.

From anticipation to shock, then to disappointment, and finally to a calm acceptance of reality. But beneath that calm lies an undeniable sadness.

He didn't shout or yell, nor did he ask why; he simply lowered his head and remained silent for a few seconds.

Then she raised her head again, forcing a smile: "It's okay."

The voice was soft, but firm.

Li Landi looked at him, her eyes reddening.

She opened her mouth as if to say something, but in the end she said nothing and turned and ran away.

Chen Mo stood there, watching her retreating figure.

The sun was still shining brightly, and the basketball court was still empty, but as he stood there, he felt an indescribable loneliness.

He bent down, picked up the basketball, patted it twice, and then threw it forcefully towards the basket.

The basketball arced through the air and swished precisely into the net.

He stood there, staring at the basket, without moving for a long time.

"Cut!" Director Shamo called out.

The scene was quiet for a few seconds.

Then director Shamo stood up and applauded: "Perfect! One take!"

The staff members applauded.

The emotional tension in this scene was so strong that many people were drawn into the emotions.

Chen Mo snapped out of character and took a deep breath.

Acting in such emotionally intense scenes is very energy-consuming; he could feel his heartbeat hadn't completely calmed down yet.

Li Landi also came back, her eyes still a little red: "Brother Chen Mo, you acted so well—I really felt like a bad person just now, hurting such a good person."

Chen Mo smiled and handed her a tissue: "You acted very well too. You portrayed Yu Zhouzhou's conflicted feelings very well."

Director Shamo walked over and patted the two on the shoulder: "This scene can be used as a sample. Chen Mo, especially your last basketball throwing motion, it was added perfectly."

It contains both the catharsis of youth and a stubborn "I will not give up" attitude.

"Thank you, director. You did a great job directing and explained the scenes to us very clearly."

"Come on."

Director Shamo said this, but his eyes were full of smiles. "Alright, take a break and get ready for the next scene."

During halftime, Chen Mo sat on a bench drinking water. Li Landi sat down next to him and whispered, "Brother Chen Mo, how did you manage to act that disappointed look in your eyes just now? It was so realistic."

Chen Mo thought for a moment and said, "It means completely putting yourself in Lin Yang's shoes."

Imagine you've liked someone for many years, finally mustered the courage to confess, only to be rejected. That feeling—"

He didn't finish speaking, but Li Landi understood.

"I see."

She nodded. "It's about truly listening, truly seeing, and truly feeling."

"Yes, acting, at its core, is about sincerity. Only when you are sincere can the audience feel it."

Just then, Chen Mo's phone vibrated. He took it out and saw a message from Tian Xiwei: "Teacher Chen Mo, I received the autographed photo! I'm so happy! I've already put it on the wall in front of my desk, so I can see it every time I look up! [Image]"

The picture shows Chen Mo's autographed photo pasted on a wall covered with inspirational sticky notes, next to a course schedule from the Shanghai Theatre Academy.

Chen Mo replied, "Good to receive. Study hard and act well."

"Definitely! Teacher Chen Mo, you also need to take care of yourself and not overwork yourself!"

Putting down his phone, Chen Mo looked towards the filming location in the distance.

The sun shines brightly, and youth is in full bloom.

To be able to play such a story about youth at this age, and to bring emotion and resonance to the audience through one's performance.

This is probably the most precious thing about being an actor.

The assistant director called out, "Chen Mo, Lan Di, get ready for the next scene!"

"Here I am!" Chen Mo stood up.

A new shoot is about to begin.

The story of Lin Yang and Yu Zhouzhou continues.