"I'm in Tokyo, and this is some kind of movie star comeback system?!"

Chapter 12 Recommendation

After several rounds of drinks and five courses of food,

Everyone took turns refilling their glasses and sipping slowly. After a few cups of sake, the atmosphere at the table completely relaxed, and everyone started talking more.

Museum casually tugged at his collar, picked up a mouthful of fish roe and put it in his mouth, then looked up at Sakamoto Yu:

"Your performance today, wow, you don't look like a newbie who's never acted before."

"I heard from Asano-san that you haven't had any formal acting opportunities before?"

Sakamoto Yu nodded slightly, his tone calm: "I've only ever been an extra or a background actor before."

Upon hearing this, the museum curator gently shook his head, his tone tinged with regret:

"It's a pity." He paused, then comforted her, "But at least we've made it through now, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future."

Shibata silently took a sip of his drink, and after putting down his glass, his face began to turn red.

"With Sakamoto-kun's acting skills, he'll definitely be able to stand on his own in the future!"

As the alcohol took effect, he became more relaxed than usual, patting Sakamoto Yu on the shoulder:

"Don't be discouraged!"

As he spoke, he couldn't help but let slip: "A friend of Guan Bojun's has a role in a film that's been offered to him. He wants Guan Bojun to help recommend the male lead. You'd better seize this opportunity."

Upon hearing this, Sakamoto Yu paused slightly in the hand holding the cup, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes, but he did not lose his composure and quickly regained his calm.

Hiroshi glanced at Shibata with annoyance and shook his head helplessly: "He's so impatient, even though he's usually so quiet."

Sakamoto Yu immediately sat up straight and leaned forward:

"Thank you both so much, I truly appreciate your kind gesture!"

"As for the opportunity, I will do my best to seize it, but no matter the outcome, I am grateful to the two seniors for their kindness, and I look forward to their guidance in the future."

His words were perfectly watertight.

Museum Director Gu revealed a satisfied look, pondered for a moment, and then gave Sakamoto Yu a heads-up:

"There's no need to thank me right away."

"After all, this role might be very challenging for you."

Sakamoto Yu composed himself and waited quietly for what was to come.

"This is an urban romance drama that tells the story of a female celebrity who falls in love with her former teacher."

"This teacher is raising three children on her own. Her eldest son is a high school student, her second daughter is very opposed to this actress, and her youngest is a fan of hers."

"The emotional entanglements are very complex, completely different from the yakuza dramas you're currently acting in."

Hiroshi Tate stared at Sakamoto Yu's face: "So, are you confident?"

Sakamoto Yu did not immediately give a guarantee, but instead calmed down and began to think about it seriously.

These types of roles are indeed very challenging, but not entirely unplayable.

Shibata's cheeks flushed red. He picked up his wine glass, took a sip, and casually asked:

Who will play the female star in this movie?

"You should have heard of Miho Nakayama, she's that idol actress."

Museum Director's gaze returned to Sakamoto Yu's face:

"However, you have one very prominent advantage, and that is your appearance."

Sakamoto Yu was slightly taken aback: "My appearance?"

Guan Bo nodded: "That's right. The producers don't want to cast someone older. They hope the male lead looks more compatible with Nakayama Miho."

"Your face is the most handsome I've ever seen."

"If we're talking about who can have a spark with a woman, I think you definitely can!"

After saying that, the museum curator suddenly laughed, as if he had thought of something.

Shibata, emboldened by the alcohol, also laughed in a daze.

The two exchanged a knowing glance, a meaning only a man could understand.

Sakamoto Yu could roughly guess what the two were thinking, so he didn't laugh along and just kept a pure and innocent look on his face.

"Oh right, I almost forgot."

Suddenly remembering something, Guan Bo walked out of the private room and returned a short while later, holding a script in his hand.

"Here, this is the script for that play. Go back and study it carefully."

Sakamoto Yu accepted the gift with both hands and thanked him.

Shibata understood that Sakamoto was about to open it on the spot, so he quickly picked up the sake bottle and said, "The script, I'll read it when I get back."

"Come on, have some more."

Sakamoto Yu chuckled, put the script down, picked up his wine glass, and agreed.

After several more rounds, the three of them finally finished their dinner together in the early hours of the morning.

After seeing his two seniors off in a taxi, Shibata had just gotten in when his head tilted to the side, while Hiroshi Kan looked quite energetic.

"Alright, I'll take him home. You should go home and get some rest too."

The museum seemed normal, but judging from the way he leaned out of the car window to wave, the two were probably equally bad.

"Will it work?" Sakamoto asked repeatedly.

"It's nothing! Don't look down on me!" Guan Bo waved his hand with his eyes closed.

The car door slammed shut, and the taxi's taillights blended into the night traffic, soon leaving only a dim yellow glow.

Sakamoto Yu stood at the door and watched them leave.

...

The night breeze swept through the plane trees lining the street, and the neon lights of Shinjuku were still dazzlingly bright, with the giant GG sign casting a flickering light on the road.

The night sky was tinged with a dark red by the city lights, and no stars could be seen; only the silhouettes of tall buildings stood silently.

Sakamoto glanced at the clock in the shop; at this time, the trams were no longer running.

Although he can take a taxi, he currently cannot afford the taxi fare in Japan.

It's still too expensive. It would cost about 5,000 to 6,000 yen to get from Shinjuku to Adachi Ward late at night.

However, judging by the timeline, he will soon receive his first installment payment for the film.

Looks like we'll have to find a place to spend the night.

Sakamoto Yu murmured.

So he walked toward the red-light district.

As Japan's most famous red-light district, Shinjuku Golden Street, located on the west side of Kabukicho, is also brightly lit.

The alleyways are deep and secluded, with countless shop signs flickering in the night, exuding a languid and dreamlike atmosphere that belongs only to the dead of night.

If you're looking for cheap accommodations for the night, you naturally have to follow the supply chain.

Sakamoto Yu walked down the street.

The air was filled with the smells of alcohol and cigarettes, mixed with cheap perfume.

A drunk man in a suit staggered past, his arm draped over a woman. A man lay fast asleep in the corner, surrounded by filth and empty bottles.

Several shops also had men in black standing in front of them, expressionless, with arrogant eyes, their cold and intimidating gazes sweeping over passersby.

"Hey buddy, we have a special performance tonight!"

"Wow, this guy is really handsome! We have a new girl tonight! How about I give you a discount?"

The two women soliciting customers had their faces painted deathly pale and their lips a deep, purplish red.

As soon as you get close, a strong smell hits you.

Sakamoto Yu's expression changed, and his arrogant and fierce gaze swept over the other person, who immediately stopped.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, he quickly left.

After walking for twenty minutes, Sakamoto-ya finally found the shop.

No. 12, Sanko Town.

A hotel and lodging establishment that offers short-term overnight stays.

This was also a place he visited when he was an extra and there was no tram to get home; a senior colleague had taken him here.

Billed by the hour or overnight, no ID registration required.

I booked a room at the counter and was about to go up.