Chapter 337: Chapter 337 Rejection_1 Chapter 337: Chapter 337 Rejection_1 Qiao Xiaren finally opened her eyes fully, formally looking at the man before her as she laughed lightly, “I am the female lead of ‘Prague Lovers’, Qiao Xiaren. This was jointly chosen by screenwriter Fa Duo and the director. Do you have any objections, Mr. Zuo?”
Although she phrased it as a question, it felt undeniable.
“Mr. Zuo, are you not satisfied with my and Fa Duo’s chosen actress? Why do we have to switch the female lead? We selected her with great care, and we’re quite happy with our choice.” Huang Gang frowned, feeling somewhat troubled. These people always made work for him!
“I have a better suggestion for the lead actress, I hope the director can consider it.” Zuo Yin did not acknowledge Qiao Xiaren, but rather directly addressed Huang Gang. In his view, Qiao Xiaren was not yet qualified to converse with him.
“Director Huang, I’ve read the script and I think the choice of actors should align more closely with the character setting. This leading lady you’ve chosen doesn’t fit the character of Yang Qin at all. If you refuse to change the female lead, then I’m going to have to decline participating in this drama.”
If the female lead isn’t changed, Zuo Yin will refuse to take the drama!
Upon hearing this, everyone instinctively turned to look at Qiao Xiaren. Zuo Yin’s intentions were clear. If Director Huang insists on Qiao Xiaren playing Yang Qin, he would pull out.
Qiao Xiaren stood there without any emotional fluctuation, as if the discussion didn’t concern her at all. Everyone in the room guessed that given Zuo Yin’s popularity, Qiao Xiaren had no choice but to remain silent.
It was truly pitiful, she had just finally landed herself a lead role. Facing the pressure from such a big star, it really was difficult to resist. Just as everyone was sympathizing with Qiao Xiaren, she was already analyzing the sudden turn of events in front of her.
Why was Zuo Yin targeting her?
Qiao Xiaren wouldn’t be foolish enough to tear into Zuo Yin here. Dealing with the consequences would be too damaging. In order to solve the issue, she needs to figure out where the problem is coming from first.
Did she have a grudge with Zuo Yin? That seemed implausible. This was her first time meeting Zuo Yin in this life, it was unthinkable that a stranger would target her without reason.
Qiao Xiaren carefully recalled information about Zuo Yin from her past life. She didn’t have much contact with him, their lives were like two parallel lines.
She heard that he was a public figure, and overheard someone mention that he had a young girlfriend, named … what was her name again?
For a moment, Qiao Xiaren couldn’t remember.
“This…” Huang Gang was naturally conflicted. He and Fa Duo had painstakingly selected Qiao Xiaren as their female lead since she was young and attractive, and met all their criteria.
The female lead of ‘Prague Lovers’, Yang Qin, is only eighteen years old, an overseas high school student. Among the previous options for the lead actress, Qiao Xiaren stood out like a beacon, and they settled on her right away.
“Mr. Zuo, are you saying you have a recommendation for the first female role?” Huang Gang didn’t directly reject or agree, but instead asked this question.
An assistant handed over a photo. Upon lowering his head to glance at it, Huang Gang realized it was Su Lexuan, the same girl who had just done an advertisement with Zuo Yin a few days ago.
Huang Gang had been in the entertainment industry for many years so, of course, he could see Zuo Yin’s intentions. His face darkened instantly.
Qiao Xiaren took a casual glance, and it finally clicked. Su Leyong! Wasn’t she Zuo Yin’s girlfriend? In an instant, all the pieces came together and Qiao Xiaren finally understood.
Zuo Yin just wanted to boost his girlfriend to the top, hence the suggestion to change the female lead. So that’s how it is. After understanding, she was slightly surprised. She did not expect Zuo Yin to be this devoted, paving the path to stardom for Su Leyong at his own expense.