The Fleeting Years of Chinese Entertainment

The performance major at the Beijing Film Academy doesn't have many professional courses, but it's not exactly abundant either. For example, there are courses on physical performance, Chinese and foreign film history, and analysis of classic works. Lin Mo thinks it's alright.

After all, it's only been a short time since the start of the semester, so laying a solid foundation is the key.

However, the Beijing Film Academy is the Beijing Film Academy after all, unlike the neighboring academy where they couldn't accept roles for the first two years.

It's only been a little over a month since school started, and everyone's acting like they've got acting offers, visiting film sets everywhere. The teachers don't stop them; as long as they say they have a film to shoot, they can easily get leave.

As a result, Lin Mo didn't even get to know all the people in his class in the past month.

But it doesn't matter anymore. Right now, the only person in the class who has a good relationship with Lin Mo is Zhu Yawen, and Zhou Yang, who sits in front of him in class, has also said a few words to him.

As for other people... they're only slightly better than strangers; the kind you can nod and say hello if you bump into them on the street.

It's already the annual National Day holiday, and over the past month, Lin Mo has met even more celebrities and big names.

Chang'e (the Moon Goddess) Yan Danchen, the original scumbag Hong Shixian, the big-mouthed beauty Yao Chen, and Liu Yifei, who doesn't yet have the title of "Fairy Sister".

However, Liu Yifei only saw him a few times during the first few days of school, making him one of the classmates she saw the least. It seems that this older sister's career is about to begin.

With "The Story of a Noble Family" and "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" about to make their dazzling debut, it's practically a perfect start.

"Xiao Zhu, are you interested in Liu Yifei from our class? Whenever she comes to class, you keep peeking at her with those two holes in your eyes."

As Lin Mo became more and more familiar with Zhu Yawen, he naturally learned about the object of Zhu Yawen's affections.

"I admire it! I admire it, you understand?"

Zhu Yawen remained stubbornly defiant, as always.

"Heh... admire? I don't believe you for a second, bro... I'd keep something from you, wouldn't I? I'm not going to steal it from you, what are you afraid of?" Lin Mo continued to tease.

"My God, seriously! Do you think I wouldn't have that kind of self-awareness? Let alone me, even someone like you, a fake rich kid, might not be considered attractive by them, right?"

During the time she spent with Lin Mo, Zhu Yawen also learned that Lin Mo's family was well-off.

Lin's father owns several properties and rents them out, making him a typical landlord. Lin's mother is also a university professor.

You can't say Lin Mo was born with a silver spoon in his mouth... but you could also say he was born with several lumps of iron in his belly.

"Alright, alright, let's leave this topic at that. What? Aren't you planning to go home for the holidays?"

"Why would I go back? My home is so far away, it's such a hassle to go back and forth, I don't want to keep sitting on that green metal seat."

Zhu Yawen shuddered as she thought about the chaotic and noisy environment she experienced on the train.

"But then again, Linzi, your family is quite well-off, haven't you ever thought about bringing your own money to get into the production? I don't see many people in our class who are currently unemployed."

"Yes, they're all very enthusiastic!"

Lin Mo thought about the classroom that was almost never full.

"Call me 'Godfather,' and I'll take you out for a big meal! How about it?"

"Godfather! Your eldest son bows in respect!"

Zhu Yawen felt that hesitating for even a second longer would be disrespectful to the grand meal.

Seeing Zhu Yawen "kneel down" instantly, Lin Mo couldn't help but laugh and cry. This guy was getting more and more shameless.

The two walked arm in arm out of the school gate. In addition to agreeing to make Lin Mo bleed money, Zhu Yawen also suggested visiting the Forbidden City.

Lin Mo, the father, naturally felt embarrassed to refuse his newly adopted eldest son's request to broaden his horizons.

During the National Day holiday, the Forbidden City will never lack tourists, even more than 20 years later.

"Tsk tsk... I'd love to film a scene here someday."

As the tour guide led the way, Xiao Zhu wandered around and exclaimed in amazement.

Lin Mo really wanted to say: "My dear son, don't even dream about it. Given our situation, neither of us are child stars, and neither of us has much acting experience. If we want to act, we'd need to have at least a little bit of acting knowledge! Wouldn't that mean we have to wait until next year or the year after?"

"Filming here is out of the question, but you could try your hand at being an extra. The 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils' production just started, right? You could give it a shot and maybe ease your longing for him." Lin Mo gave this suggestion in a serious tone.

"I'm not going! I, Old Zhu, have a sense of shame, okay? We're all classmates, and she's Wang Yuyan while I'm just an extra? How embarrassing!" Old Zhu said with a look of disapproval.

"Alright, then I can't help you. I can only feel sorry for you, my dear son." Lin Mo spread his hands, his eyes full of affection.

"Don't be like that, what do I have to regret?" Zhu Yawen retorted, "You're the one who should regret it, okay? Don't you understand the principle of becoming famous early? If I had your advantages, I wouldn't even come to class."

Lin Mo was stunned by what he was told.

Perhaps due to his rebirth, Lin Mo always felt that he could live a simple and ordinary life for a few years, get a diploma from the Beijing Film Academy, and then, once he had saved some money, he could use his memories from his previous life to invest in a few dark horses, and finally he could live a life of ease without relying on his family.

The journey was conducted in silence…

Zhu Yawen probably realized she had said something wrong, so during lunch, she tried to make amends.

"Linzi, you know I'm quick to speak. I really didn't mean that. I didn't want you to sponge off your parents."

"It's alright, I didn't mean to blame you. You're right, it's good to have some aspirations in life."

Lin Mo shook his head and smiled, "I am seriously considering whether I should start relying on my parents for financial support earlier."

Zhu Yawen was a little confused, but she didn't say anything more.

After finishing their meal, the two of them went back to school together, mainly because they really couldn't think of anywhere else to go.

But as soon as Zhu Yawen got back to the dorm, before she could even sit down properly...

"Xiao Zhu! I've made up my mind, I'm going to act in a movie!"

Zhu Yawen: ?

"Instead of going through all the trouble of finding a film crew, why not assemble your own and be in charge?"

Zhu Yawen: ? ?

"As for directors, you can just hire a tutor from the directing department. You can also rent equipment from the school. And it's even easier to find actors; there are plenty of them on campus."

Zhu Yawen: ? ? ?

"At worst, I'll get a beating from the old man; I'm going to get rid of this reputation as soon as possible!"

Zhu Yawen wondered if Lin Mo's mouth was dry after talking so much. He certainly felt a bit parched.

"Lin... Linzi, don't be so impulsive. Investing in your own production and assembling a crew is no small matter. Calm down and think it over carefully. Don't... don't just jump into it headfirst. I was just kidding. Fame shouldn't be achieved this early, right?"

Lin Mo glanced at Zhu Yawen, who was constantly swallowing.

How nervous are you? You're the one who's about to get scolded when you get home, and you're the one who's already getting nervous!