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

To reiterate, exchanges of acting skills within the entertainment industry are limited to close senior-junior relationships.

It was indeed a bit presumptuous of Zeguchi to ask the other party directly about core learning techniques.

Seeing the hesitation on Sakamoto Yu's face, Sawaguchi immediately realized he had crossed the line, and a hint of apology flashed in his eyes:

"I'm sorry, I was just too curious and made things difficult for you."

Sakamoto Yu smiled and said it was okay.

"Sawaguchi-san is a senior, and he debuted earlier than me. If you really want to know, I can tell you a little bit."

He deliberately put on a reluctant expression.

Sawaguchi saw this and felt even more embarrassed, as if he was using his seniority to put pressure on her.

Seeing that Sawaguchi was about to decline, Sakamoto Yu quickly spoke first:

"Let's talk somewhere else."

The words that were about to come out of Zeguchi's mouth were stuck in his throat, leaving him conflicted.

She really wanted to know Sakamoto Yu's secret, but seeing him so troubled, she felt bad.

After hesitating for a moment, she gritted her teeth and thought to herself that she could always make it up to him later.

"Okay, thank you for your help." She nodded in agreement.

Sakamoto Yu left after uttering a single sentence.

"See you in the rehearsal room in three minutes?"

Yasuko Sawaguchi stood up and bowed.

She nodded earnestly, indicating that she would go.

After leaving, Sakamoto went straight to Nakamura Katsuji to confirm the rehearsal schedule, and asked assistant director Ishihara Yuichi to witness it.

It wasn't that he was being overly cautious; it was simply that Toho Agency, to which Yasuko Sawaguchi belonged, had such a great reputation.

He only wanted fame, not to be targeted.

After the scandal broke, I knew I would be targeted by Toho Entertainment.

The other party doesn't care about the facts; they'll use any means necessary to quell public opinion.

This is also why he doesn't want to take risks.

Meeting in private or rehearsing alone is practically suicide.

After confirming that AD had included the rehearsal in the day's schedule and filed it.

Sakamoto Yu and assistant director Ishihara arrived at the rehearsal room to wait.

Not long after, Sawaguchi and his manager arrived.

After greeting the others, Sakamoto Yu officially began.

He opened the script:

"Let's rehearse our lines first, and then we can talk about other things."

Sakamoto glanced at the door of the rehearsal room. He deliberately left it ajar, allowing staff members to pass by occasionally.

But not enough to see what happens inside.

Yasuko Sawaguchi, with great professionalism, agreed.

"Please start reciting the words first, and then I will demonstrate them again so you can get a feel for them."

After speaking, Sakamoto Yu turned his gaze back to the script.

Seeing his composed demeanor, Zeguchi felt a surge of anticipation.

"Sawaguchi-san, if you're ready, we can begin at any time."

Zeguchi composed himself and began to gather his emotions. Soon, his expression became resolute.

"My daughter wishes to visit the Grand Master and beg him to forgive Tadashi..."

Before he could finish speaking, Yasuko Sawaguchi noticed him frowning.

Seeing this, she stopped.

She believed there was nothing wrong with her tone.

At the time, the director did the same thing; she was stopped as soon as she opened her mouth.

Then she was asked to go and act with Sakamoto Yu.

"Is there a problem?" Yasuko Sawaguchi asked gently, placing her hands on her abdomen.

Sakamoto Yu pondered for a moment.

She waited quietly, without any impatience.

"I'll demonstrate once," Sakamoto Yu said softly.

Yasuko Sawaguchi raised her eyebrows slightly and listened intently.

"My daughter wishes to see the Grand Master! Please ask him to forgive Tadashi."

The intonation remained distinct, and although the male voice was deep, it didn't have much of an impact. On the contrary, it was precisely here that a more forceful performance was needed.

"Hachihime knows the dangers of going to the Grand Palace; remember this and make it a reality."

Sakamoto Yu is like a precise machine, dissecting the core of a person.

Clearly listed and easy to understand.

Yasuko Sawaguchi was secretly surprised, and her gaze toward him became more inquisitive.

Sure enough, when he said the same lines, they immediately created a strong sense of immersion and engagement.

Moreover, it wasn't just the tone; the other person's delivery of lines was also very skillful.

Sawaguchi calmed himself down and began to recall the details and tone of Sakamoto Yu's words.

Sakamoto Yu was just like a master craftsman, not rushing him, but waiting quietly.

His steady mindset is unlike that of his peers.

"I'll try again."

Yasuko Sawaguchi is ready.

Sakamoto Yu picked up the script and waited.

"My daughter wishes to see the Grand Master! Please ask him to forgive Tadashi."

As soon as she finished reading it, Yasuko Sawaguchi felt a chill run down her spine.

She covered her mouth in surprise, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Sakamoto Yu.

She adopted a girlish demeanor, her expression somewhat excited.

"That's amazing..."

Sakamoto Yu nodded in agreement with a light laugh:

"Sawaguchi-san has great talent, and his progress in this period has been very obvious."

Sawaguchi smiled upon hearing Sakamoto Yu's praise.

She acknowledged Sakamoto Yu's strength, and Sawaguchi didn't feel uncomfortable at all being recognized by him.

"Yes! I will continue to work hard!"

Sawaguchi clenched his fists and shook them as if he were pumping air into his chest.

"Then let's move on to the next section." Sakamoto Yu pointed to the next section.

Next, she read aloud, and he listened.

The two stopped every now and then, and Sakamoto Yu would point and she would read it again.

My condition is getting better and better.

As Yasuko Sawaguchi looked at Yu Sakamoto, her eyes gradually lit up.

It was as if they had discovered some kind of treasure.

He has a perfect grasp of both tone and emotion.

After rehearsing their lines, the two gradually became familiar with each other.

Yasuko Sawaguchi looked noticeably more relaxed.

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, Yasuko Sawaguchi and he grew closer and closer.

From a distance, they appear to be next to each other.

Sakamoto Yu turned his head slightly and glanced at Sawaguchi Yasuko's manager.

Her agent was chatting with the assistant director and didn't notice anything amiss.

It seems they feel particularly at ease when someone is present.

Another ten minutes passed.

Sakamoto Yu clapped softly:

"That's good enough. This level is sufficient for acting this scene well."

Yasuko Sawaguchi had a faint smile on her face at that moment.

She took two steps back and bowed deeply to him.

"Thank you so much for your guidance."

Sakamoto Yu quickly bowed in return, his tone humble:

"It's just an exchange."

Seeing his calm and composed guidance just moments before, but now his slightly hesitant return of the greeting, Zekou felt a pang of tenderness and couldn't help but chuckle softly.

"Sakamoto-san, have you forgotten something?"

Sakamoto Yu pretended to forget, putting on a blank expression.

"Hmph, Sakamoto-san isn't trying to renege on his debt, is he?"

Sawaguchi, unusually playful, joked.

"Oh... my study technique." Sakamoto Yu nodded in realization. "Then I'll make a fool of myself."

Sawaguchi waved his hand, "No, no, Sakamoto-san is too modest. So, how shall we begin?"

"My techniques aren't exactly secrets; they boil down to three key points."

"Capture the emotions, pay attention to the tone of your lines, and curb your habitual movements."

"Take the character of Hachihime, for example. She is not an ordinary young lady. She is someone who dares to confront the Grand Palace for Tadashi. Her core obsession is to save her husband."

"Before reciting your lines, hold onto this one thought, and let all your emotions revolve around it, so you won't get flustered."

"Secondly, it's about the breath control in your lines. You need to breathe deeply from your diaphragm and finish your sentences with a clear, natural tone. Your previous use of modern spoken language made it sound weak and unnatural."

Before he could finish speaking, Yasuko Sawaguchi interrupted him:

"Sakamoto-san, you don't need to be so polite in private."

She smiled sweetly, "We're about the same age, so let's skip the honorifics."

Sakamoto Yu paused for a moment, then nodded to indicate that he understood.

"Let's get back to the main topic."

"Finally, there's the inertia of movement. Taiga dramas require restraint. Shoulder movements, gestures—try to put all your emotions into your eyes and lines."

"Next, I will use the honorific..." Sakamoto Yu subconsciously used the honorific, but after seeing Sawaguchi Yasuko's eyes, he paused and immediately corrected himself.

Seeing this, Yasuko Sawaguchi smiled with satisfaction.

"I will read Zhonghui's lines. You are still Hachihime. Remember, you don't need to do anything special later."

"If you feel anything, don't resist it, try to accept it."

He paused, then added, "Just think of it as filming a movie."

"Yes, I understand." Yasuko Sawaguchi composed herself, her face focused.

Sakamoto Yu made a gesture, indicating that they could begin.

Yasuko Sawaguchi took a deep breath, incorporating all the techniques she had just learned, and parted her red lips slightly:

"I have been separated from you, my lord, for a long time. I have now returned from Edo."

After reading it, her eyes held a mixture of trepidation and anticipation as she stared intently at Sakamoto Yu.

Sakamoto Yu certainly didn't disappoint her.

The moment Sakamoto Yu opened his mouth, an immersive feeling that was hard for others to replicate washed over her, instantly enveloping her.

"Why have you come back? I have already written a letter of divorce and abandoned you."

With his mastery of dialogue and vocal delivery, Sakamoto Yu easily drew Sawaguchi into the play.

Through the lens of Sakamoto Yu, Yasuko Sawaguchi seemed to be gazing upon her beloved husband.

Beneath his cold, hard tone lay surprise, worry, and deep love for his wife's return.

In an instant, waves of emotion surged within her heart.