Chapter 250: You’re Ready Already?
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Jiang Ling’er glanced at Li Yu and said, “By the way, I’ve almost completely memorized your script. When do we start shooting?”
Li Yu was taken aback and then said, “You’re ready already?”
Confidently, Jiang Ling’er replied, “1 have a good grasp of the lines and characters. The acting can only be judged on the spot.”
Li Yu chuckled, “After New Year’s Day, 1’11 take you to meet some other people.”
Although he said that, Li Yu was internally conflicted. He hadn’t decided on the male lead’s matter yet.
Jiang Ling’er nodded, saying, “Sure.”
Li Yu subconsciously asked, “Who do you think would be suitable for the male lead?”
Perplexed, Jiang Ling’er said, “It’s been so long, and you still haven’t decided on the male lead?”
Li Yu explained, “Yes, I don’t know who would be suitable for the male lead. Have you read the male lead’s part of the script?”
Jiang Ling’er replied, “I’ve read the entire script. The male lead’s character is very good, the kind that would be the heartthrob of many women. Some of the supporting roles’ storylines are also very good. But whether it will be the same as in the script, we can only judge that by the actors’ performances.”
Li Yu was very surprised to see Jiang Ling’er being so serious. He didn’t expect her to be this dedicated, even studying other people’s storylines.
Li Yu asked, “Among those popular young actors, who do you think is suitable?”
Jiang Ling’er straightforwardly replied, “I’ve watched their TV dramas. How should I put it? I feel like something’s missing, but they have a lot of fans, which is a good thing for the investors.”
Li Yu furrowed his brows and said, “You’ve spent all this time on set. Haven’t you seen their acting?”
Helplessly, Jiang Ling’er said, “Is this your first time getting involved in the entertainment industry? Those are all popular stars. How could extras like us just watch them act?”
Li Yu embarrassedly said, “Sorry, I forgot about that.”
Jiang Ling’er continued, “The only contact I’ve had is with a guy from before. His acting is okay, but he’s too scheming.”
Pausing for a moment, Jiang Ling’er continued, “There was another drama I guest-starred in. There’s a scene with the male lead, but I was shooting against thin air. Although I go almost every day, I haven’t seen the male and female leads. I don’t even know where and when they finished shooting.”
Li Yu nodded and said, “In that case, I’ll let the director make the arrangements. As for the start date, it can be anytime; there’s no issue with funding.”
Jiang Ling’er smiled, “The script is very good. The rest depends on whether 1 can perform exceptionally.”
Even though she said that, Jiang Ling’er was quite worried inside.
Li Yu affectionately tousled Jiang Ling’er’s hair and said, “Ling’er, don’t put too much pressure on yourself. Take it easy, okay?”
With Li Yu’s encouragement, Jiang Ling’er felt a bit more confident.
Jiang Ling’er said, “Alright, I won’t aim to make money, but I’ll try my best not to let you lose money.”
Li Yu indulgently said, “Alright.”
The next day, although the sky was clear, it was still cold.
The accumulated snow on the road had been cleared to the sides, and to prevent the roads from freezing, a lot of coarse salt had been spread.
Li Yu drove slowly.
Jiang Ling’er was in the passenger seat, watching the slowly moving vehicles around.
Jiang Ling’er’s phone suddenly rang.
Curious, Li Yu asked, “Who’s calling so early?”
“It’s Nuannuan,” Jiang Ling’er said as she glanced at her phone.
Li Yu immediately turned serious and said, “Put it on loudspeaker; let me talk to her.”
Not knowing what Li Yu intended to do, Jiang Ling’er obediently put the call on speaker.
Before Li Yu could speak, Wen Nuan complained, “Ling’er, I’ve had my surgery, but you didn’t come to see me. I waited from morning till night yesterday, and you never showed up. You only have Li Yu in your heart now, huh?”
Jiang Ling’er was about to say something, but Li Yu directly interrupted her.
Li Yu said, “Miss Wen, please don’t make baseless complaints. We went there at 9 in the evening and even brought flowers and gifts. Your mother said you were resting and didn’t let us in. Is that our fault?”
Wen Nuan fell silent for a moment and then said, “Why are you holding her phone? Did you guys sleep together last night? Be careful not to get pregnant!”
Hearing this, Jiang Ling’er’s face instantly turned black. What was going on in Wen Nuan’s head? Did she get an appendix removal or a brain surgery? How did she suddenly think about pregnancy?
Li Yu cleared his throat and said, “Please don’t jump to conclusions. After dinner together yesterday, I accidentally took her phone. I was just about to go return it to her at the set when you called. Seeing it was you, I thought it might be something urgent, so 1 answered..”