Huayu Entertainment: Starting with Exorcising Evil from a Film Queen

Perhaps it was a long-awaited reunion, or perhaps it was because Zi Xuan's costume was paired with black stockings.

In short, their battles were exceptionally intense every night.

During halftime, Tang Yan breathed softly.

"You're getting better and better."

Looking at the various things scattered around the bed, Zhang Ze couldn't understand where she had learned so many tricks.

"Your fever is getting higher and higher."

"You don't like it?"

Tang Yan tilted her head slightly, gently swayed the fluffy fox tail behind her, and looked at Zhang Ze with an innocent expression.

"I love it!"

He flipped over, and the two were fighting again.

It has to be said that for celebrities, running around for gigs is a necessary part of maintaining their popularity in this era.

Thanks to the tireless efforts of Zhang Ze and the other lead actors, the ratings for "Chinese Paladin 3" have been soaring, almost securing its place as the top drama of the year.

However, the price was that as the promotion entered its second half, everyone started to feel the strain, with Tang Yan being the first to give up.

She worked non-stop during the day and had to have in-depth discussions on profound principles with Zhang Ze at night. She didn't have Zhang Ze's superhuman physique, and after several days in a row, she felt somewhat listless.

Even when rushing to attend events during the day, she was not in good condition, and once she almost fell asleep on a show.

Therefore, she wisely chose to surrender.

Although Zhang Ze was somewhat disappointed, he did not insist.

He calculated the time; it would only be a few days before Li Xiaoran returned from the film set. He could take these few days to rest and recharge, and prepare for the tough battle ahead.

The only thing that bothers Zhang Ze is that he is now considered a public figure.

Although his role as Uncle Fu in "The Dream of the Red Chamber" brought him some initial fame, it was ultimately short-lived, and the hype quickly faded.

Not many people know him.

But now that "Chinese Paladin 3" has been broadcast, the influence of the character Xu Changqing has been phenomenal.

Zhang Ze felt like he was walking down the street and everyone around him knew him.

Without wearing a mask and sunglasses to disguise yourself, it's almost impossible to move an inch.

He gradually got used to this life where he had to be fully armed when he went out, and he would directly ask his assistant Xiaowen to run errands for him.

That evening, Zhang Ze had just finished his last public appearance in Beijing and dragged his tired body back to his hotel room, ready to get some rest.

I had just finished showering when my phone, which was on the bedside table, rang.

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Upon seeing the name on the caller ID, Zhang Ze's heart skipped a beat.

Could it be that there's some news about that movie?

He pressed the answer button, and Zhou Xun's unique and recognizable voice came through the phone.

"Zhang Ze, you're really popular lately, congratulations."

"Not at all, I'm nowhere near as good as you, Sister Xun," Zhang Ze replied politely, then added with concern, "There shouldn't be any recurrence of the previous situation recently, right?"

"You're completely healed. You're amazing."

After a few brief pleasantries, Zhou Xun got straight to the point.

"Do you remember the audition I mentioned to you before?"

"Of course I remember."

"It's settled." Zhou Xun's voice carried a hint of a smile. "The crew of 'The Message' has invited you to audition for a role named Bai Xiaonian. The audition is scheduled for three days from now."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Ze's spirits immediately lifted.

Bai Xiaonian!

He thought it would be great if Zhou Xun could help him get a supporting role with some screen time, but he didn't expect it to be the role of Bai Xiaonian.

This is like a windfall!

He knew better than anyone how outstanding the character Bai Xiaonian was in the film.

That was a character with extremely rich layers and full of tragic elements.

A famous Kunqu opera singer, the commander's male favorite, arrogant and sarcastic, yet cowardly and weak at heart.

In the closed and oppressive Qiu Manor, every outburst and every breakdown of his captivated the audience.

If you can play this role well, the impact will be no less than that of the male lead in a hit TV series.

Even ten years later, it will still be talked about with great interest.

This was a dream springboard for Zhang Ze, who wanted to transition from television to film.

"But don't get too excited yet." Zhou Xun's words poured cold water on his burning enthusiasm.

"This role is very compelling, and many people are eyeing it. Besides you, several other actors will also be auditioning, all of them are very talented."

"So you'd better prepare well. Whether you can win or not depends entirely on your own abilities."

"I understand." Zhang Ze immediately calmed down and solemnly agreed.

He expressed his sincere gratitude to Zhou Xun.

"If you really want to thank me, then show your true abilities and snatch this role for me." Zhou Xun chuckled on the other end of the phone. "Then tell me in person on set."

"I won't bother you any longer. I think the production crew will call you soon. If there's anything you want to say, we can talk when we meet."

A few minutes after hanging up the phone, I received a call from the crew of "The Message". After arranging an audition in three days, they sent me the address and part of the script.

Zhang Ze turned on his computer and checked, finding that the character was not much different from his previous life.

Following the script, Zhang Ze gave it a try, only to find that while he could act, it would be difficult for him to deliver a standout performance with his current acting skills.

Posture and facial expressions are easy to describe, but acting with the eyes is difficult.

If Zhang Ze can immerse himself in the role, his current acting skills are more than enough.

But the problem is that it's easy to get involved, but difficult to break free.

Some actors become so immersed in a role that they can't detach themselves from it for years.

If Zhang Ze deviates from the role and causes problems, it will be bad for him. Don't forget, in the movie, Bai Xiaonian is a famous actor's male favorite.

He doesn't want to be a Chengdu resident.

Finally, he focused his attention on the control panel.

"We still need to use cheats!"

Name: Zhang Ze

Age: 20

[Cultivation Level: Refining Essence into Qi (28/100)]

Acting Skills: Intermediate (18/200)

[Reputation: 317]

Thanks to the popularity of "Chinese Paladin 3" and the fame Zhang Ze gained from his appearances on various shows.

At this point, the reputation on the panel had accumulated to a full 317 points.

And this is not the limit. As "Chinese Paladin 3" continues to be rebroadcast, Zhang Ze's fame will continue to rise, although the increase will not be as exaggerated as it is now.

With this reputation, I can definitely improve my acting skills to a high level and also boost my cultivation.

Zhang Ze has already experienced the benefits of being in good health.

Even after a busy night, I can still be full of energy.

With that in mind, Zhang Ze no longer hesitated and immediately maxed out his acting skills and cultivation!

[Acting Skills: Intermediate (26/200)] → [Acting Skills: Advanced (1/400)]

[Cultivation Level: Refining Essence into Qi (28/100)] → [Cultivation Level: Refining Qi into Spirit (1/1000)]

Zhang Ze felt a thunderous roar like a morning bell within his body, and then his mind went completely blank.