Qin Qiaoer briefly told Zhao Youting that her scenes in the movie had been deliberately reduced. After hearing this, Zhao Youting reacted just like Brother Zhi. He instantly became extremely indignant.
Zhao Youting knew exactly how hard Qin Qiaoer had worked. She came back very late every night. As her partner, he would go home early every day to take her place and accompany their children.
Qin Qiaoer cherished her two children very much. She had sacrificed a great deal for this movie. But all her efforts were in vain with just a single sentence.
"If you don't do it, we'll replace you." It was a blatant threat, as if telling Qin Qiaoer that she was not indispensable to the movie.
Although it was true, Qin Qiaoer was still somewhat unconvinced. She had thought that in the entertainment industry, only strength mattered.
Since her debut, she had never encountered such a situation. The variety shows she had participated in before were not so cruel.
Even when she was being criticized by the whole network, she wasn't this depressed. At that time, she naively thought that as long as she worked hard, she would surely be recognized.
It was not until today that she realized how dangerous this circle was. To gain a foothold here, she might have to pay much more than she had imagined.
The more Qin Qiaoer talked, the more aggrieved she felt. When facing Brother Zhi, she could still calmly say it was okay. But when facing Zhao Youting, she just couldn't bring herself to say that.
Zhao Youting watched as Qin Qiaoer's eyes gradually filled with tears. He tenderly reached out his finger to wipe away the teardrop that rolled down from the corner of her eye.
He then opened his arms and hugged Qin Qiaoer tightly, gently patting her on the back.
He roughly understood what had happened. If it was a matter of acting skills, Zhao Youting might not be able to help. But for this kind of thing, he believed he could solve it for Qin Qiaoer.
Zhao Youting didn't know who was behind this yet, but no matter who it was, he was determined to make Qin Qiaoer the leading actress of this movie.
No matter what the cost, he would make Qin Qiaoer's wish come true. He believed that Qin Qiaoer would surely have a positive impact on this movie and would never be a burden.
Qin Qiaoer quietly stayed in Zhao Youting's arms and gradually calmed down.
Then she sat up straight and said to Zhao Youting somewhat awkwardly, "Am I being too naive? I thought I could be the leading actress on my first acting try. No wonder they cut my scenes."
Hearing Qin Qiaoer say this, Zhao Youting felt extremely heart - broken. "I won't allow you to talk like that. You are fully capable of being the leading actress. It's not you who is stupid, but them. They cut the scenes of an actress who is beneficial to their movie. They are the ones who will suffer losses.
I watched your performance on site last time. To be honest, I didn't expect you to be so outstanding. Although I don't know much about acting, I've at least acted in plays before. I can tell that you're really great.
Not only me, but even Li Fanjin praised your acting skills." To comfort Qin Qiaoer, Zhao Youting even mentioned Li Fanjin's name. Although he was still a bit jealous, he had to admit Li Fanjin's strength.
Seeing Zhao Youting struggling and hesitating to mention Li Fanjin's name, Qin Qiaoer found it a bit funny. The sadness she had felt just now was instantly reduced.
Then Zhao Youting continued, "I don't know exactly what happened, but trust me. I'll help you solve this problem. I'll definitely help you get the leading role in this movie."
Qin Qiaoer stared blankly at Zhao Youting, unable to tell what she was feeling. On one hand, she looked down on those who climbed up by using improper means. On the other hand, she was truly touched.
Qin Qiaoer was very conflicted. She was afraid that if Zhao Youting really helped her, she would become the kind of person she hated the most, just like the second - female lead who stole her scenes.
Zhao Youting knew what Qin Qiaoer was hesitating about. Before, Qin Qiaoer had told him that she hoped to be recognized by others based on her own strength.
Zhao Youting always remembered this. He still remembered the angry look on Qin Qiaoer's face when he wanted to sponsor every show she would participate in later.
At that time, Zhao Youting knew that Qin Qiaoer was completely different from the other women he had met before. Those women always wanted something from him when they met him.
At first, he didn't quite understand why Qin Qiaoer was so reluctant to take the shortcut that could help her achieve her goal faster.
After a long period of thinking, Zhao Youting finally understood Qin Qiaoer's thoughts and gradually began to respect her opinions.
He explained to Qin Qiaoer, "This matter is completely different in nature from those before. You can choose to do nothing, but others have already bullied you. I can't bear to see the woman I love being treated like this.
I promise you, I'll only help you get back the leading role in this movie. And you've already proven your strength. When I didn't do anything, you passed the audition on your own and were praised by the director.
This time, I'm just helping you regain the honor you once had. And in the end, the whole crew will benefit from this. They can shoot the movie they originally wanted."
After hearing what Zhao Youting said, Qin Qiaoer was also a bit shaken. She thought Zhao Youting made sense. As the saying goes, "Don't do unto others what you don't want others to do unto you." She had done nothing wrong but still suffered such treatment.
Qin Qiaoer finally hesitated for a while and said, "You must stop at the right time. And it's better not to let others know it's for me."
Zhao Youting promised Qin Qiaoer, "Don't worry. Others still think we're just ordinary friends. I'll solve this problem as soon as possible. You just keep practicing hard."