I was in the dressing room touching up my makeup when my phone suddenly vibrated.
I picked it up and saw a message from my agent: "Xiao Ya, I have some good news to tell you!"
My heart skipped a beat, and I quickly replied, "What good news? Tell me!"
"You've been selected to star in an International Blockbuster! The director was very impressed with your work."
I froze, nearly dropping the powder puff in my hand. An International Blockbuster? This was an opportunity I had never even dreamed of.
Amidst the excitement, I also felt a twinge of anxiety. This was undoubtedly a brand new challenge for me; I would need to learn a foreign language and adapt to a completely different cultural environment.
Taking a deep breath, I replied, "That's great! I will definitely work hard."
Putting down my phone, I looked at myself in the mirror and silently made up my mind: since the opportunity had come, I had to seize it.
In the following days, I began intensive language training and cultural courses. I left early and returned late, studying tirelessly. Sometimes I was so exhausted that I could barely muster the energy to speak, but I gritted my teeth and persevered.
Shen Yichen watched me push myself so hard and said with concern, "Xiao Ya, don’t overexert yourself."
I shook my head and smiled, saying, "It's fine; this is my dream. No matter how tough it gets, I'm willing to endure."
He looked at me gently and said softly, "Then I'll be right here with you. If you need any help, just let me know."
With Shen Yichen's support, I felt even more motivated. Finally, on the eve of our departure, my language skills had improved significantly, and I had a basic understanding of the culture of our destination.
The moment I stepped onto the plane, I was both nervous and excited. This was my first time going abroad to film; everything felt so new.
Upon arriving at our destination, I was stunned by the sights before me. Skyscrapers stood tall in rows, pedestrians hurried along the streets, and everywhere was filled with exotic charm. Taking a deep breath, I told myself: Keep going; this is the international stage you've always dreamed of!
However, reality proved to be harsher than expected. On the first day of filming, I encountered language barriers. Despite having prepared thoroughly beforehand, actual communication was still awkward. The technical terms used by the director were incomprehensible to me, and I struggled to express what I wanted to say.
I was sweating profusely with anxiety, wishing I could slap myself for being so unprepared. Finally managing to find some downtime, I hid in the restroom and began to cry quietly.
At that moment, my phone rang. It was a video call from Shen Yichen.
"Xiao Ya, how was the shoot today?" His gentle voice came through the screen.
I fought back tears and managed to squeeze out a smile. "It was okay, just a bit hard to adjust."
Shen Yichen seemed to sense something and softly said, "Don't worry, everyone faces difficulties at the beginning. You have to believe in yourself; you are amazing."
Hearing those words made my nose tingle, and tears streamed down my face uncontrollably.
"Yichen, I'm so afraid I'll mess this up..." I choked out.
"Silly girl, how could you mess it up?" Shen Yichen comforted me gently. "Remember, no matter what happens, I will always support you. You are the strongest and most talented girl I've ever met. I believe you can overcome these challenges."
His words were like a shot of adrenaline, giving me the courage to keep moving forward. I wiped my tears, took a deep breath, and gave myself an encouraging look in the mirror.
In the days that followed, I worked even harder on my language skills, humbly seeking advice from other actors and crew members. Gradually, my performance began to gain recognition from the director and my colleagues.
One day, the director even praised me in front of the entire crew: "Xiao Ya, your progress has been remarkable. Keep up this attitude, and you will surely become an outstanding international actress."
Hearing this warmed my heart; all the hard work had been worth it.
Thus, during my time in a foreign land, I not only gained invaluable filming experience but also made many friends from different countries. My horizons expanded significantly, and my understanding of the acting profession deepened.
Finally, after three months of hard filming, this International Blockbuster successfully wrapped up.
As I packed my bags to return home, I felt both excited and reluctant. Excited to reunite with family and friends but reluctant to leave this place that had helped me grow so much.
When the plane landed on familiar ground, I took a deep breath and inhaled the scent of home.
As soon as I stepped out of the airport, I was surrounded by a swarm of reporters and fans. The flashing lights and the barrage of questions caught me off guard.
"Xiao Ya, I heard you performed exceptionally well abroad. Can you share your feelings with us?"
"What impact has this international collaboration had on your acting career?"
"Do you feel closer to your dreams now?"
Facing these questions, I smiled and answered one by one. Suddenly, I spotted a familiar figure in the crowd—it was Shen Yichen!
Dressed in simple casual wear, he held a large bouquet of flowers and was smiling at me.
I couldn't help but run over and throw myself into his arms.
"Welcome home," he whispered in my ear.
In that moment, I felt like the happiest person in the world. Not only had I achieved my dream of participating in an International Blockbuster, but I had also gained the most precious love.
Looking at the enthusiastic fans and reporters around me, I suddenly realized that I was truly getting closer to my dreams. But I knew this was just the beginning; there were more challenges ahead.
But that was okay. With Shen Yichen by my side and so many people supporting me, I believed I could become an excellent international actress.
Holding Shen Yichen's hand tightly, I flashed a confident smile at the camera. Together, we would chase even greater dreams!
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