Edited by: LordImmortal
Chapter 119: Auditioning (1)
When Patriarch Chen Shi saw the news about Ye Sui on the Internet, he became furious, wondering about the culprit.
The Chen Manor had always only allowed the Chen Family members inside. How did the paparazzi manage to take Ye Sui’s photos? There must be someone who leaked this information to the paparazzi.
Chen Shi’s first reaction was that it was done by Chen Xiu.
Chen Xiu had always been against Chen Shu. Some time ago, after he announced Chen Shu’s existence, Chen Xiu came to the Chen family and asked him about the successor of the Chen family.
Chen Shi’s face sank. Although he had warned Chen Xiu, he must still have bad thoughts in his heart, wanting to discredit Ye Sui and Chen Shu.
The more Chen Shi thought about it, the angrier he got. In the end, he gave Chen Xiu a call right away and asked him to come to the Chen Manor immediately.
After receiving the call, Chen Xiu had a bad feeling in his heart. Why was his grandfather looking for him? His tone didn’t sound pleased.
Chen Xiu couldn’t figure out the reason even after thinking hard. He had no choice but to go one step at a time.
As soon as Chen Xiu arrived at the Chen Manor, Chen Shi shouted, “Bastard!” A teacup accompanied the roar, heading straight for the door.
Chen Xiu had been on guard the whole time, so he was quick to dodge. The teacup brushed past his side and hit the doorframe.
His heart relaxed, but he was still a little frightened.
Chen Shi glared at Chen Xiu. “Come here, you bastard!”
Chen Xiu felt aggrieved. “Grandpa, what are you scolding me for? At least let me know the reason.” No matter what was said, Chen Xiu didn’t go over, standing rooted on his spot of pulling the door open.
Chen Shi took a few deep breaths before continuing to curse, “Look at what you’ve done! There are photos of Ye Sui walking into the Chen Manor on the Internet, even saying that Ye Sui had an affair with a member of the Chen Family. For such rumors to fly outside, who could it be except for you?
“Don’t think I don’t know that you’re always targeting your little uncle!”
Chen Xiu was stunned. He had done nothing; why did he have to take the blame? He hurriedly waved his hand. “I’ve been wronged, Grandpa. I have never done such a heartless thing!
“I have known for a long time that the third uncle is Huarui’s President Chen. I also had a makeup dinner with my third uncle and aunt. We have an excellent relationship now. I can’t wait to please him more.”
Chen Shi’s expression showed that he did not believe him.
Chen Xiu’s pitch raised an octave, and he lifted his hand. “I swear, I’m telling the truth. If there is a lie, I will be hit by thunder.
“If you still don’t believe me, Grandpa, call and ask Little Aunt. I really didn’t lie to you.”
Chen Shi was stunned. “What did you say? Chen Shu is Huarui’s President Chen?”
Chen Xiu: “That’s right. Little Uncle is so amazing. Huarui was founded by him alone, and I also just learned about it some time ago.”
Chen Shi was still in a state of extreme shock. After thinking for a long time, he felt his cloudy vision had cleared up.
Chen Shu did mention to himself that he was making some investments, but he never cleared what he was doing…
Private jet, mysterious identity, and as low-key as President Chen…
Chen Shi smiled bitterly. No wonder when he mentioned Chen Shu becoming the Chen Family’s successor, he wasn’t moved at all. After all, the Chen Family was nothing compared to Huarui.
Chen Shi thought for a while before he said, “If you didn’t do it, it means someone else in the Chen Family was behind it.” He would investigate this matter himself.
Chen Shi looked serious. “However, even if you didn’t do it, you shouldn’t come here for the time being, to avoid some people gossiping.”
Else, people would spread rumors about Ye Sui and Chen Xiu having an affair, causing trouble for Ye Sui.
Chen Xiu shrugged and responded listlessly, “Okay.”
Chapter 119 : Auditioning (2)
After Chen Xiu went back, he immediately asked his team to start the operation and removed all discussion posts on the Internet.
Huarui’s Public Relations Department planned to suppress the news on the Internet, but before they could put it into action, they found that the news about Ye Sui’s entry into the Chen Manor had disappeared.
The employees felt very strange. Who did it0?
Now that someone had helped them, they saved a lot of time. They then pushed other news up and diverted everyone’s attention.
After removing the articles, Chen Xiu called Chen Shu to ask for credit. “Little Uncle, I’ve dealt with the news on the Internet for you. You and Little Aunt don’t have to worry.
“If you need my help, please mention it. I will try my best.”
After Chen Shu and Ye Sui learned about Chen Xiu’s deed, they were surprised. After all, Chen Xiu probably didn’t pay this much attention even when handling news related to him.
Compared to before, Chen Xiu was indeed much more pleasing now.
When Chen Shi saw that the news on the Internet was gone, he was finally relieved. However, he still had one more thing to do. He knew that Chen Shu’s mother, Cheng Yun, had returned to China.
Cheng Yun might have met Chen Shu before, and he might not have wanted to see her. Chen Shi wouldn’t let Cheng Yun harass Chen Shu again. He would help Chen Shu solve this trouble.
This was the only thing he could do for Chen Shu, and it also gave him a chance for atonement.
Chen Shi dialed Cheng Yun’s cell phone. Before the call connected, his expression remained complicated. After a few seconds, Cheng Yun’s voice came from the other end of the line. “You are?”
Chen Shi snorted. “You are so forgetful; you don’t even recognize my voice?”
Cheng Yun was silent for a few seconds, then she said, “What are you looking for me for?”
Chen Shi: “I want to talk to you about Chen Shu. Let’s meet in person.”
Cheng Yun agreed, and the two decided on a time to meet. On that day, Chen Shi arrived at the reserved room first and waited for Cheng Yun.
After a while, when Cheng Yun opened the door, Chen Shi heard the movement and looked over. She walked over to him and sat opposite him.
Cheng Yun was sitting in front of Chen Shi. This was the first time the two of them met after so many years.
Chen Shi looked at Cheng Yun. He thought that after all this time, seeing her again, his mood would be calm and there would be no waves.
No matter how angry and dissatisfied he might have been, it was all in the past.
However, when Chen Shi really met Cheng Yun, his anger rose uncontrollably.
Chen Shi took a deep breath to calm his raging emotions. He then picked up a cup of tea and placed it gently in front of Cheng Yun. Next, he withdrew his hand without looking at Cheng Yun.
Cheng Yun knew that she had abandoned Chen Shi and Chen Shu back then. She also understood that she was in the wrong, so she didn’t know how to break the ice. When she saw the cup of tea that Chen Shi handed over, she was slightly stunned.
The fragrance of tea permeated her nose, which she often drank when she was in the Chen Family. He even remembered that she liked this kind of tea best.
Cheng Yun was very ashamed. She didn’t dare to face Shen Shi and asked softly, “How have you been in the past few years?”
After Cheng Yun returned to China, she had also inquired about Chen Shi. She knew that Chen Shi never remarried after she left.
After a while, Chen Shi said coldly, “Do you think I’m doing well?”
Chapter 119 : Auditioning (3)
Cheng Yun was silent.
Chen Shi sneered. “I know you have no feelings for me. I thought I knew you well enough, but I didn’t expect you to be so cruel.”
Cheng Yun had abandoned the young Chen Shu back then. No matter how he persuaded her to stay, she still resolutely left.
Cheng Yun: “I made a mistake back then. I wronged you.”
Chen Shi closed his eyes, not wanting to mention the things of the past. He remembered the purpose of coming today. “You have come back for a while now. Have you met with Chen Shu already?”
Cheng Yun was startled and then a little happy. “Did Chen Shu tell you?” So, Chen Shu would still mention her.
Chen Shi stabbed Cheng Yun mercilessly. “Chen Shu has never mentioned anything about you. Do you think that in Chen Shu’s heart, you are still his mother?”
Cheng Yun’s face turned pale, and she slowly lowered her head.
Chen Shi looked at Cheng Yun with a complicated expression. “We have been husband and wife for a few years at least. I think I understand your character a bit.
“You do things for a reason. If there is no reason, you will not return to China, let alone come to Chen Shu.”
Chen Shi looked calm as he asked, “Go ahead. What are you here for?” Once he knew Cheng Yun’s purpose, he could solve this matter.
Cheng Yun said, “After returning to China this time, I have a lot of money in my hands. I want to give all of it to Chen.”
“It can provide Chen Shu a good development space. With these funds to start a business, he will be in a better position.”
Chen Shi stared at Cheng Yun for a few seconds before suddenly smiling. “So you finally thought of him after all this time? Are you afraid that there will be no one beside you in your old age?”
Cheng Yun’s face became paler. She wanted to look for her son to make up for her mistakes.
Chen Shi put the final in the coffin. “Do you know that Chen Shu is the President Chen of Huarui? A little leak from his fingers is something you can’t imagine in your life!”
Cheng Yun raised her head in disbelief. What?
Chen Shi said coldly, “The Chen Family property and the so-called huge funds in your mouth, combined, can’t even be compared with a bit of Huarui.
“You want to give Chen Shu all your money? Hmph, are you still going to stick to your stupid idea now?”
His every word was ironic, mocking Cheng Yun’s whimsical fantasies.
Cheng Yun couldn’t believe him. “What did you say? Chen Shu is Huarui’s President Chen?”
How was this possible? How could that be!
Chen Shi: “I don’t have to lie to you. Just so you know, the son who was neglected by us back then has grown to an immeasurable level.”
Cheng Yun knew that Chen Shi wouldn’t lie to her. The blow was too heavy for her to bear. She lost her spirit as she leaned weakly on the chair.
She clearly knew Huarui’s status in the entertainment industry.
Cheng Yun was proud of Chen Shu, but at the same time, her heart was filled with deep panic. At first, she wanted to use the money to atone for her sins, but now…
Cheng Yun murmured, “I have money now, but he doesn’t need it. How can I redeem my son? How can I get him back?”
Cheng Yun covered her face and broke into tears. “I feel so sorry for him. I did something wrong…” At this moment, Cheng Yun felt that she had fallen into the darkness without any hope.
Chen Shi sighed. “He is doing very well. If you still regard Chen Shu as your son, from now on, don’t look for him anymore. You can go back abroad.”
Cheng Yun stopped crying, her expression wooden.
Chen Shi: “You never fulfilled your responsibility as a mother, so in the future, you will treat him as a stranger.”
A feeling of guilt appeared in Chen Shi’s eyes. “We were all in the wrong back then. Don’t repeat the same mistakes again.
“Let go of Chen Shu and forgive yourself.”
Chapter 119 : Auditioning (4)
Cheng Yun was silent for a long time before she nodded.
After the news of Ye Sui and the youngest son of the Chen Family having an affair was suppressed by the Chen Family, no more rumors came out again.
There was no follow-up, and netizens gradually forgot the matter. The Chen Family had more strict control over the people entering and exiting. The paparazzi couldn’t find a chance to take photos secretly now.
At the same time, the movie [Besieged on All Sides] was being cast.
This was a big Hollywood project with a strong team. Director Zhou was one of the top commercial directors in China in recent years.
Huarui’s two female stars, Ye Sui and Pei Ning, had the opportunity to audition.
Director Zhou had a strong sense of self-consciousness. The two stars had only participated in the audition. Whether they could get the role of the heroine was still up in the air.
Ye Sui got up very early on the day of the audition. She was the first candidate to be there.
As soon as Ye Sui came in, Director Zhou, who was sitting there, gave her a side glance. If Ye Sui’s intuition was right, his eyes seemed slightly hostile.
Director Zhou knew that Ye Sui had been very popular recently. She had won the Berlin film queen award as a newcomer. Thus, both her acting and professionalism were guaranteed.
Even though Ye Sui’s performance in Ning Ling’s biography was rather soulful, Director Zhou did not regard her as the first choice.
[Ning Ling] was directed by Xi Zhao.
Everyone in the industry knew that a person’s acting skills would always be greatly improved under Xi Zhao’s direction. He had a pair of discerning eyes and could turn corruption into magic.
Xi Zhao could dig out each actor’s unique charm and put it to the maximum on the screen.
In Director Zhou’s eyes, Ye Sui might have a little talent, but it could not let her master every role well.
Even more, Ye Sui had been on the news for three days, so Director Zhou believed that her mind was not on acting. The current audition was to give Huarui some face.
It could be said that Ye Sui was not in his range of options from the beginning.
After nearly half an hour, all the actresses who came to audition were present. They were divided into two groups and got an audition clip.
Ye Sui and Pei Ning happened to be in the same group. They had a busy schedule and had to catch the afternoon announcement, so they were allowed to perform first.
Ye Sui got the role of a female thief, while Pei Ning was cast as a female assassin. From the beginning, Director Zhou had assigned the heroine’s role to Pei Ning.
Ye Sui knew in her heart that Director Zhou was not satisfied with her and that the difficulty of the audition had increased.
In the scene, the female assassin was taking a bath in the room, and the female thief happened to steal from her. The two then had a confrontation.
In the script given by the crew, they were not told about the personality of a character, which was to allow them to act freely.
Ye Sui had changed into a black night suit. She glanced at the furnishings on the scene, remembering it clearly.
There was only a wooden barrel, a bed, and a table with a pot of wine. She stared at the wine for a few seconds and then had an idea.
The audition began.
Pei Ning was wearing a white tulle and sitting in a wooden barrel. Her figure was enchanting, but her eyebrows were cold and her tone was indifferent. “Who’s there?”
The window was pushed open, and a gust of cold wind came in. She looked closely at a person sitting there.
Ye Sui was leaning lazily on the window frame, her hands were wrapped around her chest, and the knife around her waist seemed to be just hanging casually, as if it was useless.
Pei Ning’s eyebrows were flowing with anger. She stretched out her hands and put on her clothes. “Since you are here, do you think you could leave that easily?”
Ye Sui glanced at her leisurely. She caught a glimpse of Pei Ning’s movements and smiled frivolously. “I’m just a thief, nothing more.”
There was a dagger hanging in Pei Ning’s dressing room. She pulled it out and played with it in her hand while sneering. “Do you know who I am?”
Ye Sui’s eyes twinkled, and she looked at Pei Ning’s fingers carefully. “Your hands are so beautiful. It would be a shame to kill you.”
Pei Ning said coldly, “Even I have never counted the souls reaped by these hands.”
“Oh?” Ye Sui rolled her eyes, seemingly pondering but unconcerned.
Pei Ning was about to strike out with her dagger. She wanted to use the weapon to catch Ye Sui off guard so that she could suppress her aura.
Ye Sui moved, not towards Pei Ning, but to the wine pot on the table.
Ye Sui curled her lips unconcernedly. “I’m just here for a drink. Why would you get angry?”
She held up the wine pot in her hand. Although the props on the set were empty, the onlookers felt that the wine was really cool and fine.
One after another, Pei Ning suddenly fell in a disadvantageous position. The rest of the play was called off before it was finished.
Pei Ning was stunned. Just now, she had made some changes herself. Originally, she wanted to surpass Ye Sui, but it was easily resolved by the other side.
Ye Sui’s actions were not written in the script, but they happened to be connected to the next line.
“Pei Ning, your interpretation is good.” Director Zhou exaggerated. However, his eyes were a little disappointed, probably because Pei Ning’s performance was above the passing line, but it was far from meeting his expectations.
Director Zhou shifted his sight and turned to Ye Sui. He didn’t praise Ye Sui. She was able to play the female thief’s role just now because she chose a distinctive character, which did not mean that she could play the female assassin well.
Director Zhou spoke again, his tone already a little soft. He recognized Ye Sui as a person with decent acting skills, but he had not yet considered her qualified to be the heroine.
“Both of you swap your roles and show me again.”
Pei Ning’s face turned pale. She clearly knew that in Zhou Dao’s eyes, she was no longer qualified to compete for the heroine.
Ye Sui smiled. She had temporarily reversed Director Zhou’s impression of her, but it was far from enough.
The next scene was the key to victory.
Edited by: LordImmortal
Chapter 119: Auditioning (1)
When Patriarch Chen Shi saw the news about Ye Sui on the Internet, he became furious, wondering about the culprit.
The Chen Manor had always only allowed the Chen Family members inside. How did the paparazzi manage to take Ye Sui’s photos? There must be someone who leaked this information to the paparazzi.
Chen Shi’s first reaction was that it was done by Chen Xiu.
Chen Xiu had always been against Chen Shu. Some time ago, after he announced Chen Shu’s existence, Chen Xiu came to the Chen family and asked him about the successor of the Chen family.
Chen Shi’s face sank. Although he had warned Chen Xiu, he must still have bad thoughts in his heart, wanting to discredit Ye Sui and Chen Shu.
The more Chen Shi thought about it, the angrier he got. In the end, he gave Chen Xiu a call right away and asked him to come to the Chen Manor immediately.
After receiving the call, Chen Xiu had a bad feeling in his heart. Why was his grandfather looking for him? His tone didn’t sound pleased.
Chen Xiu couldn’t figure out the reason even after thinking hard. He had no choice but to go one step at a time.
As soon as Chen Xiu arrived at the Chen Manor, Chen Shi shouted, “Bastard!” A teacup accompanied the roar, heading straight for the door.
Chen Xiu had been on guard the whole time, so he was quick to dodge. The teacup brushed past his side and hit the doorframe.
His heart relaxed, but he was still a little frightened.
Chen Shi glared at Chen Xiu. “Come here, you bastard!”
Chen Xiu felt aggrieved. “Grandpa, what are you scolding me for? At least let me know the reason.” No matter what was said, Chen Xiu didn’t go over, standing rooted on his spot of pulling the door open.
Chen Shi took a few deep breaths before continuing to curse, “Look at what you’ve done! There are photos of Ye Sui walking into the Chen Manor on the Internet, even saying that Ye Sui had an affair with a member of the Chen Family. For such rumors to fly outside, who could it be except for you?
“Don’t think I don’t know that you’re always targeting your little uncle!”
Chen Xiu was stunned. He had done nothing; why did he have to take the blame? He hurriedly waved his hand. “I’ve been wronged, Grandpa. I have never done such a heartless thing!
“I have known for a long time that the third uncle is Huarui’s President Chen. I also had a makeup dinner with my third uncle and aunt. We have an excellent relationship now. I can’t wait to please him more.”
Chen Shi’s expression showed that he did not believe him.
Chen Xiu’s pitch raised an octave, and he lifted his hand. “I swear, I’m telling the truth. If there is a lie, I will be hit by thunder.
“If you still don’t believe me, Grandpa, call and ask Little Aunt. I really didn’t lie to you.”
Chen Shi was stunned. “What did you say? Chen Shu is Huarui’s President Chen?”
Chen Xiu: “That’s right. Little Uncle is so amazing. Huarui was founded by him alone, and I also just learned about it some time ago.”
Chen Shi was still in a state of extreme shock. After thinking for a long time, he felt his cloudy vision had cleared up.
Chen Shu did mention to himself that he was making some investments, but he never cleared what he was doing…
Private jet, mysterious identity, and as low-key as President Chen…
Chen Shi smiled bitterly. No wonder when he mentioned Chen Shu becoming the Chen Family’s successor, he wasn’t moved at all. After all, the Chen Family was nothing compared to Huarui.
Chen Shi thought for a while before he said, “If you didn’t do it, it means someone else in the Chen Family was behind it.” He would investigate this matter himself.
Chen Shi looked serious. “However, even if you didn’t do it, you shouldn’t come here for the time being, to avoid some people gossiping.”
Else, people would spread rumors about Ye Sui and Chen Xiu having an affair, causing trouble for Ye Sui.
Chen Xiu shrugged and responded listlessly, “Okay.”
Chapter 119 : Auditioning (2)
After Chen Xiu went back, he immediately asked his team to start the operation and removed all discussion posts on the Internet.
Huarui’s Public Relations Department planned to suppress the news on the Internet, but before they could put it into action, they found that the news about Ye Sui’s entry into the Chen Manor had disappeared.
The employees felt very strange. Who did it0?
Now that someone had helped them, they saved a lot of time. They then pushed other news up and diverted everyone’s attention.
After removing the articles, Chen Xiu called Chen Shu to ask for credit. “Little Uncle, I’ve dealt with the news on the Internet for you. You and Little Aunt don’t have to worry.
“If you need my help, please mention it. I will try my best.”
After Chen Shu and Ye Sui learned about Chen Xiu’s deed, they were surprised. After all, Chen Xiu probably didn’t pay this much attention even when handling news related to him.
Compared to before, Chen Xiu was indeed much more pleasing now.
When Chen Shi saw that the news on the Internet was gone, he was finally relieved. However, he still had one more thing to do. He knew that Chen Shu’s mother, Cheng Yun, had returned to China.
Cheng Yun might have met Chen Shu before, and he might not have wanted to see her. Chen Shi wouldn’t let Cheng Yun harass Chen Shu again. He would help Chen Shu solve this trouble.
This was the only thing he could do for Chen Shu, and it also gave him a chance for atonement.
Chen Shi dialed Cheng Yun’s cell phone. Before the call connected, his expression remained complicated. After a few seconds, Cheng Yun’s voice came from the other end of the line. “You are?”
Chen Shi snorted. “You are so forgetful; you don’t even recognize my voice?”
Cheng Yun was silent for a few seconds, then she said, “What are you looking for me for?”
Chen Shi: “I want to talk to you about Chen Shu. Let’s meet in person.”
Cheng Yun agreed, and the two decided on a time to meet. On that day, Chen Shi arrived at the reserved room first and waited for Cheng Yun.
After a while, when Cheng Yun opened the door, Chen Shi heard the movement and looked over. She walked over to him and sat opposite him.
Cheng Yun was sitting in front of Chen Shi. This was the first time the two of them met after so many years.
Chen Shi looked at Cheng Yun. He thought that after all this time, seeing her again, his mood would be calm and there would be no waves.
No matter how angry and dissatisfied he might have been, it was all in the past.
However, when Chen Shi really met Cheng Yun, his anger rose uncontrollably.
Chen Shi took a deep breath to calm his raging emotions. He then picked up a cup of tea and placed it gently in front of Cheng Yun. Next, he withdrew his hand without looking at Cheng Yun.
Cheng Yun knew that she had abandoned Chen Shi and Chen Shu back then. She also understood that she was in the wrong, so she didn’t know how to break the ice. When she saw the cup of tea that Chen Shi handed over, she was slightly stunned.
The fragrance of tea permeated her nose, which she often drank when she was in the Chen Family. He even remembered that she liked this kind of tea best.
Cheng Yun was very ashamed. She didn’t dare to face Shen Shi and asked softly, “How have you been in the past few years?”
After Cheng Yun returned to China, she had also inquired about Chen Shi. She knew that Chen Shi never remarried after she left.
After a while, Chen Shi said coldly, “Do you think I’m doing well?”
Chapter 119 : Auditioning (3)
Cheng Yun was silent.
Chen Shi sneered. “I know you have no feelings for me. I thought I knew you well enough, but I didn’t expect you to be so cruel.”
Cheng Yun had abandoned the young Chen Shu back then. No matter how he persuaded her to stay, she still resolutely left.
Cheng Yun: “I made a mistake back then. I wronged you.”
Chen Shi closed his eyes, not wanting to mention the things of the past. He remembered the purpose of coming today. “You have come back for a while now. Have you met with Chen Shu already?”
Cheng Yun was startled and then a little happy. “Did Chen Shu tell you?” So, Chen Shu would still mention her.
Chen Shi stabbed Cheng Yun mercilessly. “Chen Shu has never mentioned anything about you. Do you think that in Chen Shu’s heart, you are still his mother?”
Cheng Yun’s face turned pale, and she slowly lowered her head.
Chen Shi looked at Cheng Yun with a complicated expression. “We have been husband and wife for a few years at least. I think I understand your character a bit.
“You do things for a reason. If there is no reason, you will not return to China, let alone come to Chen Shu.”
Chen Shi looked calm as he asked, “Go ahead. What are you here for?” Once he knew Cheng Yun’s purpose, he could solve this matter.
Cheng Yun said, “After returning to China this time, I have a lot of money in my hands. I want to give all of it to Chen.”
“It can provide Chen Shu a good development space. With these funds to start a business, he will be in a better position.”
Chen Shi stared at Cheng Yun for a few seconds before suddenly smiling. “So you finally thought of him after all this time? Are you afraid that there will be no one beside you in your old age?”
Cheng Yun’s face became paler. She wanted to look for her son to make up for her mistakes.
Chen Shi put the final in the coffin. “Do you know that Chen Shu is the President Chen of Huarui? A little leak from his fingers is something you can’t imagine in your life!”
Cheng Yun raised her head in disbelief. What?
Chen Shi said coldly, “The Chen Family property and the so-called huge funds in your mouth, combined, can’t even be compared with a bit of Huarui.
“You want to give Chen Shu all your money? Hmph, are you still going to stick to your stupid idea now?”
His every word was ironic, mocking Cheng Yun’s whimsical fantasies.
Cheng Yun couldn’t believe him. “What did you say? Chen Shu is Huarui’s President Chen?”
How was this possible? How could that be!
Chen Shi: “I don’t have to lie to you. Just so you know, the son who was neglected by us back then has grown to an immeasurable level.”
Cheng Yun knew that Chen Shi wouldn’t lie to her. The blow was too heavy for her to bear. She lost her spirit as she leaned weakly on the chair.
She clearly knew Huarui’s status in the entertainment industry.
Cheng Yun was proud of Chen Shu, but at the same time, her heart was filled with deep panic. At first, she wanted to use the money to atone for her sins, but now…
Cheng Yun murmured, “I have money now, but he doesn’t need it. How can I redeem my son? How can I get him back?”
Cheng Yun covered her face and broke into tears. “I feel so sorry for him. I did something wrong…” At this moment, Cheng Yun felt that she had fallen into the darkness without any hope.
Chen Shi sighed. “He is doing very well. If you still regard Chen Shu as your son, from now on, don’t look for him anymore. You can go back abroad.”
Cheng Yun stopped crying, her expression wooden.
Chen Shi: “You never fulfilled your responsibility as a mother, so in the future, you will treat him as a stranger.”
A feeling of guilt appeared in Chen Shi’s eyes. “We were all in the wrong back then. Don’t repeat the same mistakes again.
“Let go of Chen Shu and forgive yourself.”
Chapter 119 : Auditioning (4)
Cheng Yun was silent for a long time before she nodded.
After the news of Ye Sui and the youngest son of the Chen Family having an affair was suppressed by the Chen Family, no more rumors came out again.
There was no follow-up, and netizens gradually forgot the matter. The Chen Family had more strict control over the people entering and exiting. The paparazzi couldn’t find a chance to take photos secretly now.
At the same time, the movie [Besieged on All Sides] was being cast.
This was a big Hollywood project with a strong team. Director Zhou was one of the top commercial directors in China in recent years.
Huarui’s two female stars, Ye Sui and Pei Ning, had the opportunity to audition.
Director Zhou had a strong sense of self-consciousness. The two stars had only participated in the audition. Whether they could get the role of the heroine was still up in the air.
Ye Sui got up very early on the day of the audition. She was the first candidate to be there.
As soon as Ye Sui came in, Director Zhou, who was sitting there, gave her a side glance. If Ye Sui’s intuition was right, his eyes seemed slightly hostile.
Director Zhou knew that Ye Sui had been very popular recently. She had won the Berlin film queen award as a newcomer. Thus, both her acting and professionalism were guaranteed.
Even though Ye Sui’s performance in Ning Ling’s biography was rather soulful, Director Zhou did not regard her as the first choice.
[Ning Ling] was directed by Xi Zhao.
Everyone in the industry knew that a person’s acting skills would always be greatly improved under Xi Zhao’s direction. He had a pair of discerning eyes and could turn corruption into magic.
Xi Zhao could dig out each actor’s unique charm and put it to the maximum on the screen.
In Director Zhou’s eyes, Ye Sui might have a little talent, but it could not let her master every role well.
Even more, Ye Sui had been on the news for three days, so Director Zhou believed that her mind was not on acting. The current audition was to give Huarui some face.
It could be said that Ye Sui was not in his range of options from the beginning.
After nearly half an hour, all the actresses who came to audition were present. They were divided into two groups and got an audition clip.
Ye Sui and Pei Ning happened to be in the same group. They had a busy schedule and had to catch the afternoon announcement, so they were allowed to perform first.
Ye Sui got the role of a female thief, while Pei Ning was cast as a female assassin. From the beginning, Director Zhou had assigned the heroine’s role to Pei Ning.
Ye Sui knew in her heart that Director Zhou was not satisfied with her and that the difficulty of the audition had increased.
In the scene, the female assassin was taking a bath in the room, and the female thief happened to steal from her. The two then had a confrontation.
In the script given by the crew, they were not told about the personality of a character, which was to allow them to act freely.
Ye Sui had changed into a black night suit. She glanced at the furnishings on the scene, remembering it clearly.
There was only a wooden barrel, a bed, and a table with a pot of wine. She stared at the wine for a few seconds and then had an idea.
The audition began.
Pei Ning was wearing a white tulle and sitting in a wooden barrel. Her figure was enchanting, but her eyebrows were cold and her tone was indifferent. “Who’s there?”
The window was pushed open, and a gust of cold wind came in. She looked closely at a person sitting there.
Ye Sui was leaning lazily on the window frame, her hands were wrapped around her chest, and the knife around her waist seemed to be just hanging casually, as if it was useless.
Pei Ning’s eyebrows were flowing with anger. She stretched out her hands and put on her clothes. “Since you are here, do you think you could leave that easily?”
Ye Sui glanced at her leisurely. She caught a glimpse of Pei Ning’s movements and smiled frivolously. “I’m just a thief, nothing more.”
There was a dagger hanging in Pei Ning’s dressing room. She pulled it out and played with it in her hand while sneering. “Do you know who I am?”
Ye Sui’s eyes twinkled, and she looked at Pei Ning’s fingers carefully. “Your hands are so beautiful. It would be a shame to kill you.”
Pei Ning said coldly, “Even I have never counted the souls reaped by these hands.”
“Oh?” Ye Sui rolled her eyes, seemingly pondering but unconcerned.
Pei Ning was about to strike out with her dagger. She wanted to use the weapon to catch Ye Sui off guard so that she could suppress her aura.
Ye Sui moved, not towards Pei Ning, but to the wine pot on the table.
Ye Sui curled her lips unconcernedly. “I’m just here for a drink. Why would you get angry?”
She held up the wine pot in her hand. Although the props on the set were empty, the onlookers felt that the wine was really cool and fine.
One after another, Pei Ning suddenly fell in a disadvantageous position. The rest of the play was called off before it was finished.
Pei Ning was stunned. Just now, she had made some changes herself. Originally, she wanted to surpass Ye Sui, but it was easily resolved by the other side.
Ye Sui’s actions were not written in the script, but they happened to be connected to the next line.
“Pei Ning, your interpretation is good.” Director Zhou exaggerated. However, his eyes were a little disappointed, probably because Pei Ning’s performance was above the passing line, but it was far from meeting his expectations.
Director Zhou shifted his sight and turned to Ye Sui. He didn’t praise Ye Sui. She was able to play the female thief’s role just now because she chose a distinctive character, which did not mean that she could play the female assassin well.
Director Zhou spoke again, his tone already a little soft. He recognized Ye Sui as a person with decent acting skills, but he had not yet considered her qualified to be the heroine.
“Both of you swap your roles and show me again.”
Pei Ning’s face turned pale. She clearly knew that in Zhou Dao’s eyes, she was no longer qualified to compete for the heroine.
Ye Sui smiled. She had temporarily reversed Director Zhou’s impression of her, but it was far from enough.
The next scene was the key to victory.
