Chapter One: Unfulfilled Ambition

  Hua Lingrong adjusted her facial expression and instantly transformed from being charming and elegant to being serious and solemn.

  "Do you know or don't you know that your matter has already spread in the crew?"

  "Of course I know." Lin Xiao smiled faintly. "I also guessed that some people want to lift me up and then kick me down."

  Hua Ling looked at Lin Xiao with a puzzled expression. She remembered that before she came, CAMI told her that Lin Xiao's thinking was not like a newcomer at all, but rather like a seasoned veteran of the Jianghu, and she still didn't believe it.

  She is now slightly convinced.

  However, she was still quite worried.

  "This is your last show in Ulan Bator, there are only two shows here, they didn't do a good job in the first one, this time, we'd better be careful."

  "It's nothing." Lin Xiao shook his head and his gaze fell on Hua Ling's neck.

  "What's wrong? Is it white or not? Do you like it?"

  "If you wouldn't switch states at any time, I would prefer it." Lin Xiao smiled slightly and suddenly asked "You actually have a DV?"

  "It's true, it's expensive enough to kill, but fortunately, it was provided by the company."

  "What is it used for?"

  "Of course, it's capturing all your life moments, eating, going to the bathroom, sleeping, if you're willing to let me take close-up shots while you sleep."

  Lin Xiao supported her chin "Is it so delicious to lick the tender grass that you're not afraid of cutting off Lao Niu's tongue?"

  "It's nothing, just get used to it after a few more cuts."

  "Alright, Flower, lend me your DV for a bit."

  "No way!" Hua Lingrong suddenly covered her chest with both hands, looking like a young woman who had been harassed. "This is a work tool! You tender shoots, as soon as you see something novel, you want to play with it. Do you know how expensive DVs are now? If something goes wrong, will you pay for it or will I?"

  Lin Xiao blinked "Otherwise, I'll borrow it for a few days to play with, and return it after filming. After that, you can do whatever you want."

  "Why didn't you say so earlier?" Hua Lingrong suddenly had a smile all over her face, and took down the DV "Take it to play with. If it's broken, you'll compensate."

  Lin Xiao took over and bid farewell to the other party, walking towards the crew.

  After walking a few steps, he found that Huā Líng Róng was still following him.

  "You think I want to?!" Seeing his gaze, without waiting for him to ask, Hua Lingrong took the initiative to attack first. "With your introverted personality, if it weren't for me digging up scandals, could you have made a name for yourself on your own? The fame you have now isn't because of the company spending money to promote you?"

  Lin sighed and said, "Then be careful not to overdo it. Also, Director Chen doesn't like people taking pictures openly on set. His set is closed off, and letting you in is already a special favor."

  "Who do you think I am?" said Hua Linglong with a majestic bearing.

  Arrived at the scene, today's shooting is Chen Daoming's play, surrounded by big and small actors.

  Xue Yan, Yao Chang'an, Gong Xuehua and others have all arrived. On the periphery are many more unknown extras.

  At this time, a scene had just been finished filming and everyone was resting. Lin Xiao had entered quietly, but was still discovered by someone with sharp eyes.

  "Lin Ge has returned!" Someone shouted, and instantly, a group of new actors surrounded him in a flurry.

  "Lin Ge Er! How is Taiwan?!"

  "Is there champagne?"

  "Who are the celebrities spotted on the red carpet? Has Guo Fucheng arrived?"

  The sound of seven mouths and eight tongues suddenly formed a noisy wave. Lin Xiao's eyebrows wrinkled slightly, and the corner of his eye saw that the faces of old actors like Gong Xuehua and Li Hongtao had all turned gloomy.

  "This kid, hasn't even entered the third line yet, and he's already so popular on set." Li Hongtao said with a hint of resentment.

  "Good life, thinking of our past, newcomers have never seen the Golden Horse red carpet show. " Gong Xuehua shook her head, relatively speaking, a bit lost."

  "But isn't this kid being too arrogant? He just walks in like that, obviously trying to stir up trouble on set. Director Chen hates it when people form cliques." A voice suddenly came from beside him.

  "Oh?" Li Hongtao turned around and smiled "Manager Qian? When did you arrive?"

  Qian Zhong hurriedly smiled and said, "Isn't this just arriving? Just arrived and saw someone coming to show off their capital. Actually, who among the older generation cares about him, who hasn't attended the Golden Horse Awards?"

  He had just finished speaking when he saw the two people's faces become awkward, and only then did he remember that these two people in front of him really hadn't attended the Golden Horse Awards before. He immediately knew that his heart was too anxious and that he had misspoken.

  "I mean, we don't have to pay attention to him. He thinks he's superior just because he's seen the Golden Horse Awards once and now he's showing off in front of a group of older people. Isn't it hard enough for us to put up with this?" He quickly shifted the topic to Lin Xiao.

  "Hmph." From then on, Gong Xuehua and Li Hongtao both let out a cold snort, scowling as they drank their tea, not saying another word.

  Lin Xiao was far away and only saw Qian Zhong talking to the other person, but the more they talked, the worse the other person's face became. It was obvious that not a single good word had been said about himself.

  However, these actors are not what he really cares about, what he cares about is the idea of the team leader.

  His gaze shifted to Chen Jialin and the others, at this moment, several old actors and Chen Jialin were talking about the play, their eyes only glanced over here for a moment, took a look and then withdrew.

  For them, the Golden Horse Awards are really getting old, no nomination is better than not attending.

  "This kid, went to the Golden Horse Awards once and came back a celebrity." Yao Chang'an said with a smile.

  "As long as he doesn't become arrogant because of his privileged position, that's good." Chen Jialin took a glance and thought to herself, "I hope he can grasp it firmly and not be held back by this empty fame."

  "He is the most talented newcomer I have ever seen." Gao Lan Chun also said, "However, in an actor's growth process, hard work is indispensable, but character is the foundation of success. If he is held back by this bit of undeserved fame that does not belong to him personally, his future achievements will not be great."

  The scrutinizing gaze, while several actors were openly discussing their roles, was secretly fixed on Lin Xiao in the crowd.

  Suddenly, Chen Daoming, who had been silent all along, smiled and said, "I'm saying, are you guys being too concerned about him? Yes, I also think he's a rare talent, and I understand your love for nurturing new actors. However, among the newcomers, isn't there anyone with exceptional talent? There is. But in the end, it's still those few people who make it through. How to walk this path depends on the individual; we can only play a supporting role at most. No need to be overly concerned."

  Everyone was stunned for a moment, and after a few seconds, Gao Lan Chun smiled and said, "Yes, you're right. It's just that I haven't seen such a talented young man in many years, so I'm a bit surprised."

  "And besides, he's made this whole thing public knowledge." Chen Daoming stopped here, but everyone knew what his next words would mean.

  Chen Jialin furrowed her brow and didn't respond.

  Instead, Yao Chang'an immediately spoke out "Are you saying someone did it on purpose?"

  "Lao Yao, you're just too straightforward." Chen Jialin couldn't help but laugh and cry.

  "I'm afraid the last time I put on makeup was also like this." Xue Zhongrui said thoughtfully, "This matter, Director Chen is clearer than us."

  Yao Chang'an looked at Chen Jialin inquiringly, and after a long time, Chen Jialin finally sighed and said, "Who doesn't understand these things? What can you do even if you understand? To be honest, our country is director-centered, but the investors are always the center. Some things, just turn a blind eye and let it pass."

  "You think I blew up last time for no reason? The investors aren't blind, and since they've done something, we have to put on a show. Also, so that they'll give us money more readily in the future. It's just human nature to take turns giving and taking. You say they want to support someone who's being suppressed, or is it someone we've taken a liking to? This sandwich cookie isn't something I'm going to do?"

  Yao Chang'an thought for a moment, "So you're saying that at the time, you wouldn't have really killed that kid? You were just pretending?"

  "So, Old Yao, you're just too straightforward." At this, the people around them couldn't help but burst out laughing.

  "But judging from the situation, that young Li hasn't given up yet." Gao Lan Chun smiled and said "But if it were me when I was younger, I probably wouldn't give up either. Such a good opportunity being suppressed, he will definitely stir up some trouble."

  "As long as it's not excessive, that's fine." Chen Jialin said lightly, "Which crew dares to say they are completely clean? Both sides need to be considered. These are small matters, as long as they don't affect the crew's filming, that's all, let them deal with the rest themselves."

  Just then, Lin Xiao finally got rid of the enthusiastic onlookers and came before Chen Jialin.

  "Director Chen, teachers, I'm back," he said respectfully.

  "It's good that you're back, it's not a bad thing to gain experience outside. Prepare yourself, read the script, and we'll shoot your scenes in a few days. Your part will be almost done. The remaining scenes at Hengdian Studio can be supplemented when the crew is finished."

  "Got it." Seeing that several old actors and directors did not have a hostile attitude, Lin Xiao also felt at ease and turned to go back to rest.

  He didn't notice that in a corner of the crew, several gloomy eyes were staring at him.

  "He's finally back." Qian Zhong said fiercely, "I thought he didn't dare to come back."

  "We'll go ask when he's going to start filming later. Little Li, you arrange the other things."

  Li Rui hesitated this time, and said hesitantly, "Manager Qian, this time it's really getting out of hand. Be careful not to affect the filming by hitting Chen Laoshi, that's a big taboo. If Director Chen finds out, we're all done for."

  "What's there to be afraid of!" Qian Zhong gritted his teeth and said, "You're a newcomer, so you're a newcomer! Your little trick last time ended up with the other party getting the upper hand! If we're going to play, let's play big! Let him roll out of the crew once and for all!"

  He smiled slyly and patted Li Ruijin's shoulder, "This way, no one will steal your thunder again. The remaining scenes are also useless, maybe even the previous ones will be deleted."

  Li Rui clenched his teeth and didn't say a word.

  Qian Zhong nodded in satisfaction and looked at Liu Yiyi on the other side "And you? How's it going?"

  "I? I don't have any problem." Yiu Yiu took out a lip balm and carefully applied it. "What I hate the most is that kind of ungrateful little rascal."

  "That's good." Qian Zhong stared at Lin Xiao's departing figure "Make sure all of you are clean, don't leave any traces."

  "Alright." Li Ruijin finally nodded.

  "No problem."

  A few people walked away with different thoughts, and Qian Zhong finally closed his eyes contentedly. "Dare to snatch someone from under my nose? You're the first among the newcomers! Of course, I have to give you a deep impression as the first one."