C25 Start Filming

Director Chen coughed as a sign to stop them from continuing talking further.

"Director Chen, this is my job, I'll deal with it"

Yan Xi smiled gently and turned around to look at the actors. "Because of my personal reasons, I sincerely apologize it affected everyone's work."

Her attitude could not be faulted. Everyone had seen the news online. Although the matter had yet to be given a full explaination, the fact is Yan Xi's reputation has been tarnished. However, it is also a fact that she stood up and took the responsibility which was satisfactory proof of her character and personality.

There were some actresses that deliberately made things difficult for Yan Xi because they had received benefits from Chiang Yumeng.

After hearing Yan Xi apologize, one of the actress hurriedly choked, "What is apologizing going to do? Did you know because of what you did, several investors withdrew their funds? If it wasn't for Yumeng, Boss Fang would not have continued with investing in this movie."

What they said was indeed the truth therefore, Director Chen and the other assistant directors were speechless.

At this moment, the entire production team was supported by Chiang Yumeng's sponsoring. If there weren't other investments, then the screenplay would be reduced and the production would certainly suffer.

"That's right. If I were you, I would take the initiative to quit and not cause any further trouble for the director and everyone! You're such a nuisance. "

There was no room for Yan Xi to retreat. Under these circumstances, the more she aggresively argued, the more they pushed her into the abyss so she decided to choose another method. She gave a gentle smile as she looked at the person who criticized her and asked, "So what you're saying is, if I'm able to score the investment for the production then I'm qualified to join the team?"

"That's right, if you …"

"I didn't expect a professional actress like you would say such a thing like that. I admit that having an investor is very important, so does that mean anyone with money can be an actor? You must be responsible for what you suggest. "

For a moment, the entire audience was speechless and remained quiet.

The few actresses had a grotesque expression on their faces and could not refute.

In the corner, there was a few applauses. Then everyone except the few actresses applauded Yan Xi's words.

"Everyone is doubting me but it doesn't matter. The production starts filming tomorrow. I'm inclined to use my acting skills to prove that I have the ability to stand here." Yan Xi stated confidently.

"If we say you don't qualify, will you leave this production?" The actress continued to stir up trouble. If Yan Xi was really to stay on the set, she would definitely retaliate against them.

"Sure." Yan Xi's tone changed as she replied, "But if everyone is happy with my acting, I want you to apologize to me in front of everyone."

This was Yan Xi's strength and confidence to face everyone's doubt about her.

"Alright, deal!" The actors exchanged glances with each other and quickly left.

Yan Xi walked over to Director Chen and said "I was too impulsive just now …"

"No, you have grown more mature than three years ago when I saw you. I'm looking forward to your performance. It's almost time to leave now. We'll officially start filming at eight o'clock tomorrow!"

Yan Xi and Sister Xia looked at each other and took the script with them to the hotel. Yan Xi patiently study each scene with extreme focus since everyone was doubting her.

The next morning, no matter where Sister Xia searched, she couldn't find Yan Xi's dress. "I left it here yesterday!"

Yan Xi walked into the dressing room and smirked, "Could a thief broke in?"

Sister Xia frowned and ran out. In the hallway where the rubbish bin was, she found the expensive dress designed by JUDI.

"I'll hunt down those scumbags!"

"Sister Xia." Yan Xi grabbed and stopped her, "Forget it, it's not the first time we've encountered this situation before. I just feel bad for his good intentions."

In her eyes, regardless whether the dress was a limited edition or not, what mattered was the great care Chiang Mochen took choosing this dress for her.

"I'll find someone to see if it can be restored to its original state."

Sister Xia hurried and left. Yan Xi saw an incoming call on her phone. It was Chiang Mochen.

"How is work? Going well? The weather forecast says it will be a bit cooler later, take care of yourself. "

Yan Xi smiled faintly and replied, "No, there was some issues but I will deal with it."

She put the phone in her bag and walked back to the set.

On the other side of the phone, there was a coldness in the man's dark eyes. Tapping his fingers on the table, he said, "Go order lunch in Yan Xi's name and deliver it to her."

"OK, Director Chiang."

Although he could not interfere with her plans, he could not neglect her. At the very least, he wanted to let others know that Yan Xi had someone supporting her. That there was someone protecting her from afar.

After Yan Xi had her makeup on and changed her wardrobe, Chiang Yumeng arrived.

"I'm sorry for being late, director. I just got discharged from the hospital, I wasn't feeling well." she explained as she held her forehead, looking very tired.

Director Chen looked at the schedule for today, then said "There's no scenes for you to do today, you can go back and rest."

Chiang Yumeng smiled and said, "I want to stay with everyone. You don't need to pay attention to me, please continue." Then the assistant walked her to her seat on the side to sit down.

Yan Xi ignored her completely as she quietly sat on the bench, waiting for the director's instructions.

When the actors saw how calm Yan Xi was, they mocked her and said, "She's not even reading the script. Who knows how many mistakes she will make in a short while."

"She's probably already prepared to quit the production!"

After a short discussion between the Director and the Assistant Director, Director Chen yelled into the loudspeaker, "Everyone get ready. First scene, shoot the scene when Zi Yan enters the mansion."

He glanced at Yan Xi, who had already was in position. "No problem, right?"

Yan Xi made an OK gesture with her hand. Her expression was very calm. After the director finished his instructions, her expression immediately went into character.

In front of the camera, Yan Xi seemed to have become a complete different person. From excited to nervous, and also a little shy, portraying the second female lead character, Zi Yan, very well.

As she knocked on the door, she lowered her head and smiled. After opening her mouth wide, she stepped back two steps before stepping forward again. Just as she was about to knock again, when the door opened suddenly.

When she saw the pavilion inside, her surprise expression was distinctly visible.

"From now on, will I be staying here?" Her eyes expressed her inner joy as she stepped through the door.

The director checked the screen, he was very satisfied then shouted, "Cut, it's done!"

As expected, Yan Xi still lived up to his expectations. After working together for three years, the movie queen's radiance had not faded at all.

The film crew all nodded in agreement. With one shot, she was able to portray the character so well. Yan Xi's acting skills were too perfect. Next, Yan Xi had two more scenes and one of the scenes, she gave a long dialogue which again made no mistakes.

Towards the end scene, her teary eyes made everyone praise her admiration.

It wasn't until the director shouted "Cut," she resumed to her normal and quiet demeanor. This was definitely a textbook performance.

"Did you see hear her recite her lines?"

"No, I didn't see her bring the script over. She memorized all the lines? That's impressive! "

"As expected of movie queen, the award winning actress. If she hadn't retired, who knows what her worth would be of a famous celebrity?"

On the other side of the set, Chiang Yumeng was enraged when she saw Yan Xi's performance. She wanted to act on her anger but on second thought, she decided to be patient. After all, since she was on the production team with Yan Xi, there would be plenty of opportunities to torment her. She would ensure Yan Xi wouldn't have a peaceful time, "Just you wait, I have someone in production so wealthy supporting me, you are just a clown who can act!"