Pei Jiangmu, however, shook his head. With a serious look on his face, he analyzed the situation in a well - reasoned manner.
"I think that precisely because he is a white - moonlight figure who loves his country and has a heroic ending, we should maintain a sense of distance and sanctity, like 'admiring from afar but not desecrating'. "
"This deliberately created physical contact is too clichéd. It will only undermine the character's dignity and make it seem a bit stupid. "
"A real white - moonlight figure should be a fleeting glimpse, a spiritual guide and sustenance, and a regret of unrequited love. "
"You can see but not touch, and only in this way can he always be engraved in people's hearts, making the male and female leads yearn for him. What do you think?"
How dare a guest actor dictate the script?
The director's assistant didn't want to listen and was about to scold him for being disrespectful when -
Director Li suddenly slapped his thigh. His eyes sparkled, and his tone was full of admiration and an indescribable respect.
"Right, right, right! Teacher Pei, you're absolutely right. It's a brilliant insight! Truly brilliant!"
"I didn't think it through before. I fell into the cliché! Change it! Change it immediately according to what you said!"
"Delete this physical contact part. Change it to just looking at each other from afar. This will instantly elevate the artistic conception!"
The director's almost obedient and even humble attitude left those around him stunned.
Even if what the young man said made sense, the director's reaction was a bit too exaggerated, wasn't it?
Even the way he addressed the young man had changed.
Was he trying to curry favor with this young man in advance, thinking that he was surely going to be famous?
Pei Jiangmu wasn't surprised by the director's attitude. He just nodded faintly: "It's good if the director thinks it's feasible."
After all, it was very likely that the call the director had just received was from Qi Yu.
This scene was just caught by Meng Ruochao who had just returned from the restroom.
She only heard the director excitedly praising Pei Jiangmu for his "brilliant insight" and saying that he would change the play. She was really happy for Pei Jiangmu, thinking that he was very creative.
Meanwhile, Yi Mo, who had been watching the show on the side, leaned over to Meng Ruochao's ear, lowering her voice with a strong sense of teasing and a knowing smile.
"Ruochao, not bad! Your little wolf - dog is an outstanding graduate from the 'Male Virtue Class'."
"Before anything has really happened, he's already cut off the physical contact in the play."
"He's clearly keeping himself pure for you. Quickly tell your sister how you tame your dog."
Meng Ruochao was completely confused by what she said, but couldn't help blushing.
"What are you talking about? Don't talk nonsense. He did that to make the character more perfect..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Pei Jiangmu had walked over. He grabbed her wrist and led her to a deserted corner.
There was obvious nervousness and unease on his face, and his palms were even a bit sweaty.
"Sister..."
He lowered his voice, with a hint of pitiful dependence.
"I'm still so nervous. I'm going to shoot in a while. I'm afraid I won't be able to control my emotions well and will mess up..."
"Can I charge up a bit now?"
When he made this request, his eyes were clear and innocent.
He looked just like a big boy facing a major test and seeking comfort.
Meng Ruochao had brought him to the film crew in the first place, hoping that he could get more in touch with society and try new things. Maybe it would be good for his condition.
Seeing him so nervous about shooting and even asking for help on his own initiative, how could she refuse?
She immediately threw Yi Mo's teasing to the back of her mind.
"Of course you can."
She opened her arms without hesitation and gave him an encouraging hug.
She patted his back gently, just like soothing a child.
"Don't be nervous. You've already done a great job. Didn't the director just praise you?"
"Believe in yourself. You can definitely do it. Come on!"
Pei Jiangmu buried his face in her fragrant neck, greedily absorbing the energy from her, and the corners of his mouth curled up contentedly.
Well, the "charging" effect was remarkable.
The shooting officially started.
Pei Jiangmu stood in front of the camera. The light shone on him, making the rather cheap - looking military uniform seem a bit more expensive.
He hardly needed much guidance from the director. With just a little hint, he could precisely capture the charm of that young military marshal -
The determination and firmness when facing national righteousness.
The restrained, brother - like guidance and care when facing the female lead.
And the shocking solemnity and no - regret when sacrificing for the country in the end.
His performance was natural and full of appeal, as if that character had truly come to life within him.
The crew on - site were unconsciously drawn into the play.
Even Director Li, who had been a bit worried at first, kept nodding while watching, his eyes full of surprise and a hint of hardly noticeable awe.
Meng Ruochao was standing not far from the monitor. Her eyes involuntarily followed the figure in the camera.
She had to admit that the focused Pei Jiangmu, or rather, the Pei Jiangmu immersed in that character, had a fatal attraction.
That focus and the powerful aura, so different from his usual self, made her feel both strange and her heart race.
Yi Mo somehow crept up to her side again. She nudged her with her elbow, lowering her voice in an ambiguous tone.
"Tsk, you're mesmerized, aren't you? The more you look, the more handsome he is, right? Are you tempted?"
"Let me tell you, a hunk like this will be snatched up if he's out there. Since you're so close to him, you should act quickly."
"Once he really becomes famous or graduates and enters society, you might not have a chance anymore!"
Meng Ruochao's cheeks flushed from her teasing. She glared at her helplessly.
"You're at it again. Stop talking nonsense. He's still a student. He's just a younger brother!"
"I'm at least half his boss. How can I have such thoughts?"
"We're people with principles. We don't do things that are unethical."
"Principles? Ethics?"
Yi Mo burst into laughter as if she had heard the biggest joke in the world.
"My silly Ruochao, you're so innocent that I want to protect you."
"Tsk tsk, you clearly haven't experienced much. You haven't even slept with a man yet, have you?"
"Moreover, love doesn't care about age. "
"By the time he grows up, he'll be someone else's. Listen to your sister. Seize the opportunity when it comes."
She leaned even closer and winked mysteriously.
"How about I find a time to take you to a good place to 'broaden your horizons' in a few days?"
"I guarantee it'll open a whole new world for you!"
Meng Ruochao's face turned red with embarrassment at her ambiguous tone. She quickly changed the subject.
"You're an actress. If you keep thinking about these things all day long, aren't you afraid of being caught by paparazzi and getting involved in a scandal?"
Yi Mo shrugged indifferently.
"Of course I'm afraid. How can I not be?"
"But I'm just an 18 - line actress. Who has the time to keep an eye on my private life?"
"If I reach the level of a first - or second - tier actress, I'll surely have to be more careful."
"Of course, if a handsome and tasteful tycoon takes a fancy to me, I'll also keep myself pure for him. Hehe."
She joked and then seemed to suddenly remember something. She looked extremely curious.
"Hey, speaking of this, do you know Yan Qiubai? He's the young master of the Yan Group. He's a real catch."