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After the variety show ended, my phone was never quiet.
My agent, Xiao Chen, came to me every day with a stack of scripts, ranging from idol dramas to period pieces, with offers for lead and supporting roles pouring in.
"What do you think of this one, Spring Breeze Ten Miles?" Xiao Chen pointed to one of the scripts. "Although it's just the second female lead, the director is Lin, who has won awards at international film festivals. The quality of this art film is definitely guaranteed."
I opened the script; the second female lead was named Su Yuqing, a complex artist filled with contradictions and struggles.
"This role is quite challenging." I closed the script, excitement gleaming in my eyes. "I'll take it."
Xiao Chen hesitated. "Are you sure? This character doesn't have much screen time and is difficult to portray; if you're not careful, you could end up as just another background character. There are several offers for leading roles with higher pay..."
"I don't want to chase after the leading role right from the start." I interrupted her. "I want to prove my acting skills through this character, not rely on the popularity from a variety show."
In the days that followed, I locked myself at home, repeatedly studying the script and delving into the character's inner world.
A week before filming began, I took the initiative to contact the director and screenwriter to arrange a meeting.
Lin was a man in his fifties with sharp eyes and a direct manner of speaking. The screenwriter was a gentle woman wearing black-rimmed glasses; when she smiled, her eyes curved like crescent moons.
"I understand Su Yuqing as a woman crushed by life yet unwilling to give in," I shared my thoughts openly. "She appears cold on the surface but is soft inside; she just doesn't know how to express her emotions."
Lin nodded. "Your understanding is spot on, but understanding alone isn't enough; you need to bring her to life as a real person."
"I will," I said firmly.
The screenwriter handed me a cup of coffee. "When I wrote this character, I had someone real in mind. She was my college roommate, a talented painter who ultimately gave up her artistic dreams due to life's pressures. Would you like to hear her story?"
That night, I listened for three whole hours as she recounted the tale, tears streaming down my face without me even realizing it.
Once filming officially began, I immersed myself completely in the role.
There was a scene where Su Yuqing hysterically tore apart her paintings in the studio and then cried silently. I practiced over and over but could never find that feeling.
"Again," Lin said with a furrowed brow.
On the seventh take, I suddenly recalled the story of the painter that the screenwriter had told me—her despair when she gave up her dreams. I closed my eyes, letting that emotion fill me completely before opening them again and tearing apart the painting in front of me.
"Cut!" Lin's voice trembled slightly. "Perfect."
I looked up to see the photographer discreetly wiping his eyes, while the makeup artist was outright crying.
That night, Lin made an exception and treated the entire crew to dinner. He raised his glass and said to me, "You brought Su Yuqing to life."
Halfway through the shoot, Shen Yichen came to visit.
Dressed simply in a white T-shirt and jeans, wearing a cap and a mask, he still exuded that star quality.
"You were amazing," he said, handing me a cup of milk tea, his eyes filled with genuine admiration. "I was watching you from behind the monitor during that last scene and almost forgot it was you acting."
"Thank you," I replied, taking the milk tea with an indescribable sense of satisfaction swelling in my heart.
We chatted for a long time in a corner of the set, discussing everything from acting techniques to life aspirations.
"I've always admired you," Shen Yichen suddenly said. "You're not like others who are eager for quick success; you truly love acting."
I looked at him in surprise, not expecting such praise.
"I hope we can collaborate in the future," he said sincerely.
The next day, major entertainment media headlines were filled with rumors about me and Shen Yichen. In the photos, he leaned down to speak to me, his gaze focused; I smiled up at him, looking completely at ease.
"Should we issue a statement to clarify?" Xiao Chen asked worriedly.
I shook my head. "No need. Focusing on work is the best response."
After filming wrapped up, I dove into my next project without giving those rumors a second thought.
Three months later, Spring Breeze Ten Miles premiered at the Shanghai Film Festival.
Sitting in the audience, watching myself on screen as Su Yuqing, I felt a strange sensation in my heart.
After the screening, a seasoned film critic stopped me. "Your performance was breathtaking; that explosive restraint was heart-wrenching."
In the days that followed, praise poured in.
The performance of the newcomer actress Zhou Yuqing in "Spring Breeze Ten Miles" is nothing short of stunning. She perfectly captures the complex inner world of a multifaceted woman through her delicate expressions and movements.
Zhou Yuqing's acting skills far exceed her age, and I look forward to her future works.
She is an actress who can act, not just a star who knows how to be in front of the camera.
As the film continues to gain popularity, I began receiving more invitations for quality scripts.
One day, I received a call from the renowned director Wang Ming, who directly invited me to play the lead role in his new movie.
"I watched 'Spring Breeze Ten Miles' and was moved by your performance," Director Wang said over the phone. "I've been considering this role for a long time, and I've finally decided to give it to you."
After hanging up, I stood by the window, gazing at the city lights outside.
From being an eliminated contestant on a talent show to becoming a hot topic on variety programs, and now being recognized as an actress in the industry, this journey has not been easy. Yet, each step has made me more resolute.
I know that I have finally found my footing in this bustling entertainment industry.
But this is just the beginning; I still have a long way to go and higher mountains to climb.
I want to prove with my talent that I am not just a fleeting trend but a true actress.
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