The elderly lady wearing reading glasses was quite surprised. As a university professor, she could tell that the etiquette and props of the drama were very particular, practically of a professional standard. Anyone with such cultivation must be young, a judgment she was still capable of making.
This was definitely not the demographic her young granddaughter usually fancied.
However, the young girl shook her head and contradicted her.
"Grandma, she’s only nineteen, the same age as me!"
"What? So young? Impossible!"
Even if one studied history, without a certain level of life experience, they couldn’t possibly guide it so well—the old lady’s first reaction was disbelief.
It simply didn’t make sense.
"Why not? Grandma, don’t underestimate us young people. Although we might not always be reliable, there are still geniuses among us, and once we really get serious about doing something, we can be very impressive!"
The young girl haughtily lifted her chin, pointing at the TV, "Look, doesn’t this drama seem very satisfying to watch?"
"It is quite satisfying. I haven’t watched a TV drama in a long time, and I find this one quite interesting. Both the plot and the characters are very well-thought-out."
"That’s what I’m saying. There are many young actors in it. Grandma, you’ll get to meet my ’Uncle’ the day after tomorrow!"
"Alright, alright, I’ll be waiting."
The old lady, harboring a hint of doubt, had already decided to follow this drama from now on.
Not for anything else, but she did want to see what this capable young person looked like, since even her normally picky granddaughter liked them.
On the premiere day of "Corridor Pavilion", two episodes were broadcast back-to-back. Thanks to the tight storyline and the powerful performances of the actors, it received a lot of positive reviews the same night.
In Palm Pavilion, Yang Tiantian, sitting beside Tang Shu, was so engrossed in watching the drama that she almost forgot her household chores.
"Boss, this drama is simply classic!"
"Definitely the best film of the year!"
"Indeed, it’s not bad. The character development and plot lines are very clear."
Tang Shu, seeing the "finished product" for the first time, also found it stunning—especially the acting showdown between the two veteran actors, which was highly beneficial for her.
"I didn’t expect such a big difference between watching on set and watching it on TV."
Back when the filming was happening, Tang Shu, besides doing her own part, would always stay on the set to watch the filming. She felt enlightened even then. However, now watching the edited scenes, she realized the on-site acting was different.
It was as if... it was done in one continuous shot.
With the absence of other people’s interference and other constraints, the plot connected smoothly. Looking back on the scenes they had shot, she could even more appreciate how formidable the experienced actors truly were.
Wait a second, one continuous shot?
Tang Shu remembered Teacher Ke inviting her to join the drama club and felt a stir within her.
Performing in plays was one of the best ways to hone acting skills, and since she wanted to continue walking the path of an actress, she should be daring enough to take on challenges.
"Tiantian, do I have any arrangements for the second half of the year?"
"The second season of ’You Smile’ is scheduled to start shooting at the end of September. However, it will still follow a weekly drama format, so it will be filmed and aired simultaneously. Apart from that, there’s nothing else."
Yang Tiantian was conscientious and responsible, counting on her fingers, "Actually, there’s only this one drama to be shot in the second half of the year, but you won’t be leaving the audience’s sight, boss."