C17 The Beginning of the Show

Shan Ruoshui had been traveling with the production team across numerous cities, and the promotional tour was finally nearing its end. The premiere of the new series on major streaming platforms and TV networks was just around the corner.

That evening, the official social media account for "Xiaoyao," the period drama featuring Shan Ruoshui, released a series of beautifully edited trailers and actor stills. The trailers, with their grand and powerful background music paired with vivid and full-bodied visuals, showcased an unforgettable tale of love and adventure, leaving the audience eager for more.

After the extended trailer was released, Shan Ruoshui found herself in the spotlight again, but this time for positive reasons. Fans were captivated by her beauty, and her name climbed to the eighth spot on the trending list for her stunning looks.

In the series, Shan Ruoshui plays Shen Qingyu, a character exuding an ethereal and cool aura. Her appearance and style perfectly align with popular taste. Whether in screenshots or close-ups, she looks stunning from every angle, truly a beauty without flaws.

It's well-known that many actresses see their looks diminish without the aid of photo editing, and some online personalities only thrive in the digital realm. The entertainment industry is never short of beautiful women, whether they're alluring or strikingly bold. Jian Yan, for instance, is known for her vibrant and striking appearance.

Shan Ruoshui, with her gentle and delicate features reminiscent of a woman from the picturesque southern regions, fits the role of a fairy seamlessly, offering a refreshing new look. As high-definition stills were posted, her social media following surged, gaining a legion of fans enamored with her beauty.

"My Ruoshui is stunning! Drooling here!"

"Shan Ruoshui's looks are truly impressive. I bow to her beauty!"

"Does the fairy need a bed warmer? I'm available free of charge."

"Shameless! Confirmed."

The comment section buzzed with lively chatter.

Jian Yan had never been much into social media, usually leaving it to her manager to handle, and rarely shared her personal life. However, after her recent interaction with Xi Mu, she started taking an interest in it.

She curiously browsed through the fan comments and decided to reply to one on her social media.

"I heard someone wants to keep the bed warm? @CharmingStar." She attached a selfie from her phone gallery.

The photo seemed to be taken after she finished work and showered. Her hair was slightly damp as she sat on the bed, munching on a small cookie, looking a bit adorably dazed. Even without makeup, her stunning beauty was undeniable.

The fan she mentioned was in disbelief and replied instantly.

"I can't believe I got noticed by the Great Immortal Shan! I'm so excited! I need to ask the delivery guy if he can package me up and send me over!"

Great Immortal Shan? This fan sure knows how to be playful, and it's absolutely adorable, Shan Ruoshui thought with a smile.

She closed the app and focused on playing a game, influenced by her assistant, Zhang Fann, who recently got her hooked on a match-3 game.

Since becoming Shan Ruoshui, she felt her mental age had become much younger.

Unbeknownst to her, the fan she mentioned had sparked quite a lively conversation in the comments.

"Let go of the Great Immortal Shan, let me in!"

"Let go of Shan's little cookie, let me have it!"

"The name 'Great Immortal Shan' is so endearing. I've decided to call my little Ruoshui that from now on! Yay."

...

"Requesting the source of the cookies, foodie reporting in!"

Without realizing it, Shan Ruoshui had gained a new nickname: Great Immortal Shan. It was down-to-earth, and many fans and netizens followed suit in calling her that.

Meanwhile, Faang Xiao, having just finished work, was also browsing social media out of boredom. He deliberately checked Shan Ruoshui's profile, noticing her latest post was just a moment ago.

He opened the selfie she posted, gently rubbing his finger over her face on the screen, thinking to himself that she really was quite pretty.

Secretly, he saved the photo to his phone and followed her account, feeling like a cat that just got away with something.

Ah, what a beautiful night.

The next day, Shan Ruoshui unexpectedly received a call from Director Liu Ann. He asked if she could help record the theme song for a new show. Weren't the singers for the opening and closing songs already decided? Shan Ruoshui was a bit puzzled.

The original plan was to have the seasoned and talented singer, Wen Xin, record the theme song. However, due to her mother's sudden illness and hospitalization, she couldn't make it, and they had to find a replacement on short notice. The production team struggled to find a suitable candidate, as the theme song was quite challenging and it was hard to book a skilled singer with an open schedule.

With the new show's premiere fast approaching, the director was getting a bit frantic. Suddenly, he thought of Shan Ruoshui, who had previously impressed with her performance of Jian Yan's "Redemption." Recognizing the talent right in front of him, the director immediately called her.

Fortunately, Shan Ruoshui was available and agreed to take on the task. She then called Gu Ya to let her know about the opportunity. She arranged a time with Director Liu Ann to head to the recording studio he mentioned. Liu Ann emphasized the importance of taking this recording seriously, noting that an experienced mentor would be supervising. He hinted that if she wanted to release an album and pursue a career in music, this could be a significant step forward for her future.

Liu Ann, always one for a bit of suspense, kept the identity of the mentor under wraps.