Chapter 26
Director Lin, I'm Willing
"Hehe...really? I'm glad you and Yifei like my movie, but...I don't seem to see Yifei's resume on the audition list." Lin Yu said with a smile:
"Well, Director Lin, it's not that Yifei didn't send her resume, it's just that she sent it a little late. She was filming a movie in Taiwan at the time, and by the time she found out about your movie auditions, the audition period had already ended. My Yifei really loves your movies, so could you perhaps consider her? Even a small role would be fine." Liu Xiaoli explained somewhat awkwardly.
Looking at Liu Xiaoli, who was so devoted to her daughter, Lin Yu felt a sense of respect for her.
To be honest, Lin Yu's view of Liu Xiaoli in his previous life was biased, because he believed that Liu Yifei might have gone further without Liu Xiaoli.
But now he understands: if Liu Yifei didn't have Liu Xiaoli, who was willing to give up everything just to protect her mother, would she still be the white moonlight for so many people?
However, Lin Yu's brief silence startled everyone at the dinner table.
Everyone at the dinner table looked at Lin Yu, who was deep in thought, and they all felt that Liu Xiaoli had acted rashly, making Lin Yu feel a little embarrassed.
And if you're going to ask about roles for your daughter, wouldn't you ask her privately? Why bring it up at the dinner table? Besides, this is a dinner organized by Sugar Man, and Li Guoli hasn't even asked yet, and you're already taking over the role.
Li Guoli was also slightly annoyed. "I'm the host today, and I haven't even dared to ask for roles for Tangren yet. How could you ask first? Besides, Lin Yu is only here because of Hu Ge from Tangren. He didn't even dare to bring it up, and you actually dared to ask?"
However, Li Guoli had been in the industry for many years, so he wouldn't show his true feelings on his face. Instead, he was thinking about how to ease the awkwardness. After all, Cai Yinong also thought highly of Liu Yifei, and he couldn't let the atmosphere continue like this.
Liu Yifei also quietly tugged at Liu Xiaoli's sleeve, even she felt that her mother seemed to have said something wrong, it was indeed a bit inappropriate to say these things in this occasion.
However, to everyone's surprise...
"Okay, but let me think about it first. I'll give you an answer in a couple of days," Lin Yu suddenly said.
Lin Yu's answer surprised everyone.
Aren't big directors supposed to have bad tempers? Why is Lin Yu so easy to talk to? That means... No, I'd better forget it. Lin Yu is probably just giving face to Hu Ge and Tang Ren. What if I run into trouble when I go to ask him?
However, Lin Yu was probably just saying that; how could he possibly actually be looking for Liu Yifei?
Liu Xiaoli, who felt the atmosphere was a bit awkward, was also regretting that she had been too hasty. She didn't expect Lin Yu to be so "kind".
"Hehe... then thank you, Director Lin. I'm really sorry about earlier. Let me toast you."
"It's okay. Oh, by the way, does Yifei have a QQ account? Add me later. And you guys, leave me your QQ accounts or phone numbers too. You're all great actors, and I'd really like to work with you!"
After speaking to Liu's mother, Lin Yu looked at everyone at the dinner table.
Regardless of whether Lin Yu was just being polite or genuinely meant it, everyone was more than happy to have the contact information of a famous director.
After Lin Yu added everyone's contact information, the atmosphere at the dinner table became lively again. Seeing that Lin Yu was approachable, everyone started chatting with him from time to time.
Finally... the grand banquet tonight has come to an end!
The first thing Lin Yu did after returning to his hotel was to open Liu Yifei's chat window.
He discovered that the young woman had secretly sent him a message while they were at the dinner table.
"Director Lin, I'm sorry, my mother did do something a little inappropriate today. Please don't take it to heart about the movie role."
"And... my mom lied to you, she's never actually seen your movies."
Upon seeing the two messages displayed in the chat box, Director Lin, who had been excited, immediately deflated. He really wanted to crack open Miss Liu's head to see what was inside!
However, Lin Yu, after regaining his senses, was not surprised by this, because it was indeed something this young lady could say!
"It's okay, I'm not that petty. Besides, I'm seriously considering the movie role. A big role is out of the question, but there are still some smaller roles available. If you're willing to act in one, I'll add you to the cast." After sending the message, Lin Yu collapsed onto the bed.
The alcohol content of today's liquor seems a bit high. I fell for Li Guoli's trick. This bottle must be at least 50% alcohol! My alcohol tolerance is terrible, so my head is still a bit dizzy.
But before he could even recover from the effects of the alcohol, his phone rang again.
Lin Yu picked up his phone and looked at it: "Yes, thank you, Director Lin!"
The next day, after a full night's sleep, Lin Yu got up, tidied himself up, and set off to explore the nearby scenic spots. He really needed to see some scenery to relieve the recent work stress.
The news of Lin Yu visiting the set of the Legend of Sword and Fairy series gradually spread. He wasn't surprised by this. Without a doubt, it was the work of Tangren, exchanging a meal for publicity. Who told him to go?
However, the Legend of Sword and Fairy crew was indeed a bit surprised, because when Li Guoli arrived at the crew today, he already saw several reporters loitering outside. It has to be said that the name of director Lin Yu is really useful. Just mentioning his name is equivalent to doing publicity. If he wasn't afraid of upsetting Lin Yu, he would have thought that he could come twice more.
He also noticed that Liu Yifei was putting in extra effort during filming today. It wasn't that she didn't put in effort before, but rather that she was putting in a bit too much effort today.
"Cut! That's a wrap! Yifei did a great job in this scene, I'll give you a bonus later!" Li Guoli joked.
"Hehe... Thank you, director."
"Everyone, take a rest first. Dinner will be served soon. Get ready to eat."
After Li Guoli announced the disbandment, Liu Yifei ran to Liu Xiaoli's arms on her bound feet.
"Mom, where's my phone?"
"Finished filming? Have some water first."
Liu Xiaoli first handed Liu Yifei a thermos, then took out her phone from her pocket and looked at her little cabbage with a loving expression.
Liu Xiaoli handed the phone to Liu Yifei only after Liu Yifei had finished drinking the water.
Liu Yifei immediately ran to the custom-made chair next to her and opened QQ. After seeing a cat avatar flashing incessantly, she smiled sheepishly. She then quickly reached out and tapped the bouncing cat.
"Then let's go!"