vstars Chapter 24 Sister Meng ate so well!
Chapter 24 Sister Meng ate so well!
"That's a scumbag, that's in the script, not my true intention!"
After a three-second silence, Xu Lang raised his head. His voice wasn't loud, but it clearly reached everyone's ears:
"The label of 'scumbag' is just something the screenwriter gives to the character. The first thing I need to do is forget about the label."
"No one is born a jerk. We need to find the logic behind it. Why did they betray us? Is it fear of commitment or selfishness that has become instinct? Perhaps in their own eyes, they are just a helpless person who has no choice but to hurt others."
My gaze shifted slightly and settled on Meng Ziyi in the front row:
"Like this student, if she were to play Huang Rong in 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes,' she would never portray her as clever. Instead, she would ask why Huang Rong must be clever. Is it because her living environment forces her to be quick-witted, or is it because she enjoys the thrill of intellectual dominance? Different motivations lead to different acting styles."
Meng Ziyi's back stiffened.
Can someone as quick-witted as her really portray the exceptionally intelligent Huang Rong?
But this guy is not only handsome, he also has great taste!
I am not as clever as Huang Rong, but I am just as beautiful as Huang Rong.
I'm so happy!
The old professor's gaze swept over Meng Ziyi, then turned to Xu Lang:
"Go on."
"So, to play a scumbag, I have to make him believe that his choice is reasonable; and even make him show vulnerability at some point."
"For example, the trembling hands when smoking alone after being betrayed, or staring blankly at old photos on your phone late at night."
"The more the audience sees him as a human being, the more they hate him for not being human."
"An actor's task is not to judge a character, but to become the character, even if that character lives in the judgment of the audience."
After saying all that!
The classroom was silent for a few seconds, then the professor clapped first, and the students, realizing what was happening, joined in the applause.
Even the classmates who were originally waiting to see the joke were clapping loudly to express their agreement.
I was surprised; this student who was auditing the class was not a novice, but someone with a very solid foundation.
The old professor waved his hand, pausing the applause, his gaze remaining fixed on Xu Lang.
"This student answered very well. Keep them after class."
He waved his hand, gesturing for Xu Lang to sit down.
Xu Lang nodded and slowly sat down.
Yang Chaoyue, standing next to him, secretly poked his lower back, her eyes wide open:
"Brother Lang, you were glowing just now! You're amazing!"
His eyes couldn't hide his admiration and excitement.
Xu Lang lightly flicked her forehead:
"Pay attention in class!"
Sunlight streamed in through the window, falling on the students in the classroom; Meng Ziyi, sitting in the front row, turned around and glanced back.
There was a hint of inquiry in his eyes.
Xu Lang didn't notice that glance. He lowered his eyes, his mind replaying the scene from when he woke up that morning.
Scumbag.
Mao Xiaotong's over-the-top hints, even going so far as to suggest things in bed, still didn't dare to take the bait.
I'm reminded of those fleeting romances from my past life—passionate beginnings, exhausting ends, and the cycle repeating itself endlessly.
He probably can't maintain the image of a devoted lover.
I guess I'm destined to be a "scumbag" in this life.
get out of class is over!
The students dispersed one after another, except for Xu Lang and Yang Chaoyue who stayed behind, and Meng Ziyi also stayed behind.
The old professor beckoned to him, and he quickly walked over.
"What's your name?"
"Xu Lang, the 'Lang' in 'prodigal son returns'!"
"Have you acted before?"
"I just finished filming Yu Zheng's 'The Return of the Condor Heroes,' where I played Yelü Qi," Xu Lang replied earnestly with a slight smile.
The old professor sized him up and said, "You're dashing and debonair, which is quite fitting. I have a friend who's preparing a Three Kingdoms-themed drama about Zhao Zilong. If you're interested, I can recommend you for an audition."
He looked at Meng Ziyi beside him and said:
"She's also on my recommended list. You can exchange contact information so we can help each other out."
Zhao Zilong from the Three Kingdoms period, and Meng Ziyi also starred in the film.
The image of "God of War Zhao Yun," directed and produced by Cheng Lidong, immediately came to mind. This drama featured many well-known actors.
The male lead, Zhao Yun, is played by Lin Gengxin, and the female lead is played by Im Yoon-ah from South Korea.
In addition, there is Nazha, one of the two beauties of Xinjiang Province.
This drama was also Meng Ziyi's debut work, in which she played the role of the maid Shi Yan.
However, as far as I remember, this drama was not scheduled to start filming until 2015. It's only 2013 now, isn't that a bit too early?
Perhaps there are stories within them that I didn't know about in my previous life.
"Thank you, Professor!" Xu Lang said gratefully, turning to look at Meng Ziyi:
"Hey, let's add each other on WeChat!"
Meng Ziyi quickly took out her phone, and the two added each other as friends.
Xu Lang also added the old professor as a friend and exchanged phone numbers.
After a brief chat, the old professor left.
As Meng Ziyi prepared to leave, Xu Lang extended an invitation:
"Hey, wanna grab a bite to eat together?"
Meng Ziyi hesitated for a moment, glancing at Yang Chaoyue beside her, as if to say, "Your girlfriend is right here, and you still invite me to dinner. Is your understanding of 'scumbag' based on personal experience?"
But you're being far too blatantly scumbag.
Xu Lang put his arm around Yang Chaoyue's shoulder and said:
"She's my younger sister, she's fifteen years old this year, and she's interested in acting, so I brought her here to experience the atmosphere of an acting class."
Fifteen years old!
Meng Ziyi dispelled Xu Lang's concerns about being a scumbag.
This girl is good-looking, just as pretty as me, she might actually be able to make a living as an actress.
"Okay, then wait for me to go back to the dorm and pack up."
"Okay, we'll wait for you downstairs at the dorm!"
The three of them walked together.
Yang Chaoyue was a little reserved at first, but along the way she listened to Xu Lang and Meng Ziyi talk about the trends in the entertainment industry and their understanding of acting.
She was quite surprised and doubted Xu Lang's claim that he was a model.
You said you only got into acting a month ago, and you're not a trained actor, so how do you have such a profound understanding of acting?
Beyond doubt, there was more admiration.
Meng Ziyi was also feeling uneasy.
Xu Lang's understanding of acting is so systematic; it's not only supported by theory, but he can also readily cite clips from classic films as evidence. This is definitely not a skill that can be faked through last-minute cramming.
"You're really not from our school?"
As they walked together, they talked about common topics, which helped them overcome their initial awkwardness and made them increasingly compatible.
Xu Lang smiled and said, "I just like to study things and observe life."
"We're here. Go on up, we'll wait for you here!"
Meng Ziyi nodded, turned around and jogged into the building, her steps light and quick, her ponytail swaying behind her head.
As she reached the corner of the stairs, she inexplicably turned back for a glance.
"This guy is really handsome," she thought to herself.
"Sister Meng, what are you looking at?" The classmate followed her gaze and immediately became gossipy.
"Boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"
Meng Ziyi grabbed her, her ears burning slightly:
"What nonsense are you talking about? We just met, we're just ordinary friends."
Why are you blushing when we're just friends?
"Why am I blushing? You're spreading rumors about me, I'll tear your mouth apart."
This threat, if left unsaid, would have been fine, but as soon as it was said, the other person immediately gave an "I understand, I understand" look and made a zipper gesture around their mouth:
"Don't worry, I'm very tight-lipped!"
After saying that, he quickly went down the stairs.
He deliberately veered off course, passing by Xu Lang, glancing at him "casually," before quickly leaving.
"Wow, that's so cool! Sister Meng, you're eating really well!"