Huayu Entertainment: Starting with Exorcising Evil from a Film Queen

The filming of Chinese Paladin 3 proceeded exceptionally smoothly. Even though there was an initial delay due to an unexpected set-up, the subsequent progress caught up at an astonishing speed.

As the actors and the entire crew worked together more seamlessly, the filming efficiency even exceeded the original plan.

Director Li Guoli, a veteran who has spent many years working on film sets, has repeatedly remarked behind the monitor that this film is the most satisfying one in his directing career.

Tang Yan had thoroughly tasted the sweetness of it.

Whenever the film crew scheduled night shoots and Zhang Ze didn't return to his rented apartment in Hengdian, she would look for an opportunity to sneak into his room.

When she appeared on set the next day, apart from her increasingly superb acting skills, which perfectly portrayed Zi Xuan's infatuation and determination, there was no other sign of her changing appearance.

The scene being filmed that day was the most heartbreaking moment in the three lifetimes of love between Zi Xuan and Xu Changqing. The two made a promise to meet at the Forgetfulness Water, but in the end, they both turned their backs and poured out the Forgetfulness Water.

"I am infatuated with you, I am crazy for you, through three lifetimes of reincarnation, I have no regrets."

Tang Yan, who plays Zi Xuan, is dressed in purple and is incredibly beautiful. Her eyes, when she looks at Zhang Ze, are filled with too many emotions: reluctance, love, and a hint of determination.

Zhang Ze's portrayal of Xu Changqing is characterized by his snow-white robes and otherworldly demeanor.

He gazed at his lover with a complex expression, which finally turned into a sigh.

"Zixuan, in this life, I have failed you."

He raised the potion of forgetfulness in his hand and drank it all in one gulp, his action resolute.

Tang Yan's body trembled slightly, and crystal tears slid down her cheeks, but she forced herself not to turn around.

She raised her glass as well, turned her back to him, and poured out the so-called "water of oblivion."

The two walked back to back, gradually drifting apart. One headed towards Mount Shu, and the other towards Nanzhao. From then on, their paths diverged.

"Click!"

Director Li Guoli suddenly stood up from behind the monitor, waving his arms excitedly, his voice loud with emotion.

"I hereby announce that filming for 'Chinese Paladin 3' has successfully wrapped!"

In an instant, the entire set erupted in thunderous cheers. All the staff, regardless of their position, embraced each other, celebrating the completion of this work that had taken months of painstaking effort.

Zhang Ze's expression relaxed, and a smile appeared on his face.

This film is of great significance to him. It is the work that marked his debut as a true actor, and it is also the film to which he has put the most effort into.

In order to portray the character Xu Changqing well, he spent nearly a hundred reputation points just to improve his acting skills, which shows how much he valued it.

Now that filming has wrapped up successfully, it means the TV series will be airing soon.

At that time, a huge wave of reputation points will be beckoning to him.

Hu Ge strode up to Zhang Ze, patted him hard on the shoulder, and smiled from the bottom of his heart.

"Congratulations on wrapping up filming! Once the drama airs, you'll be a star! Don't forget to give your buddy a hand then!"

Before taking on the role in "Chinese Paladin 3", Zhang Ze had already gained some popularity online with his brief but memorable role as "the most handsome Uncle Fu" in "The Dream of Red Mansions".

Hu Ge knew very well that with Zhang Ze's stunning period costume appearance and near-perfect acting skills on set, once "Chinese Paladin 3" aired, Zhang Ze's popularity would inevitably surge, and might even overshadow Hu Ge, the male lead who had just made a comeback.

Zhang Ze just laughed and punched him in the chest.

"At the wrap party tonight, once you're drunk, I'll definitely give you a hand and pull you back to the hotel."

"Are you helping me or hurting me?" Hu Ge said, both amused and exasperated.

His alcohol tolerance isn't bad in the industry, but compared to Zhang Ze, this monster, it's nothing.

The crew had several dinners together, and he always ended up being drunk and passed out.

Before the car accident, given his status as a popular young actor, he certainly wouldn't have felt any goodwill towards Zhang Ze's behavior.

But after experiencing the coldness and warmth of human relationships, Hu Ge's mindset had changed. He knew that Zhang Ze truly considered him a friend.

In the entertainment industry, where everyone wears a mask and maintains a facade of harmony, the person who dares to joke around with you and get you drunk is the one who truly cares about you.

On the other side, Tang Yan and several other female leads also received flowers prepared by the crew.

Wearing the costume of Zi Xuan, Tang Yan held a large bouquet of beautiful roses. The petals accentuated her face, making her look even more radiant and charming.

But there was little joy in her beautiful eyes.

The wrap-up of filming meant that she and Zhang Ze would have to part ways.

That evening, the wrap party was held at a high-end hotel, and the entire crew was present. The atmosphere was lively with toasts and laughter.

The quality of a drama can actually be glimpsed during the filming process.

Whether the props are of high quality, whether the actors are dedicated, and whether the director is responsible—when everyone works together as one, striving in the same direction, the quality of the show is guaranteed.

Conversely, if something is done perfunctorily and involves backstabbing and infighting, even if it becomes popular briefly due to hype, it is destined to be short-lived.

"Come on! Let's congratulate the comedy crew on their successful wrap-up!" Hu Ge raised his glass high and led the cheers.

"Congratulations!"

Congratulations on wrapping up filming!

Everyone responded enthusiastically, and the clinking of glasses filled the air.

The director was the first to be drunk, which is common, since the director is the one who makes all the decisions on set. At this point, filming was wrapping up and the crew was about to disband. Whether it was flattery or revenge, who knows if this opportunity will come again?

Then there are the behind-the-scenes staff of various film crews. Although these people don't have to act, they are the hardest working on set.

In short, at the wrap party, we didn't eat much food, but we drank quite a lot of alcohol.

Tang Yan was preoccupied with her thoughts, thinking about the impending separation, so she drank one cup of wine after another, trying to drown her sorrows in alcohol.

Yang Mi, on the other hand, was heartbroken after accidentally discovering Zhang Ze and Tang Yan's affair. She accepted every toast offered to her by others, as if trying to numb herself with alcohol.

When the banquet ended, most of the people were already quite drunk and unsteady on their feet.

Fortunately, everyone brought their assistants this time, so there was no need for others to worry about it.

Zhang Ze returned to the hotel room arranged by the film crew, took a quick shower, and was just about to lie down to rest when a gentle knock sounded on the door.

He walked over and opened the door, and a soft figure in a silk nightgown, smelling of alcohol, rushed into his arms.

The visitor was none other than Tang Yan.

Her face was flushed from drinking, and besides a faint smell of alcohol, she exuded a fresh, clean fragrance after her bath. Her charming naiveté and allure were enough to break down any man's defenses.

Tang Yan didn't say anything extra, she just hugged him tightly, looked up at his drunken, dazed face, and murmured two words.

"love me."

The next moment, she took the initiative to stand on tiptoe and kiss him.

How could Zhang Ze let a young girl take the initiative in this kind of thing?

He immediately took the initiative and kissed her, then went on to take control of the situation.

As a result, Zhang Ze found that this initiative was indeed excellent to hold; it was so easy to grasp that he couldn't put it down.

The two quickly fell deeply in love, their passion ignited like a thunderbolt.