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Chapter 325 A High Price?

"Sister Xin, when Chen Duling first signed with the company, she made quite a stir. She was said to be the most beautiful school belle."

"It's been over a year since they joined Haofeng, and they seem to be without any affiliation or sect."

"And that Xiao Tian who's been getting quite close to her is pretty good-looking too. How about we find a chance to bring them both over to our side?"

Upon hearing this suggestion, Li Xin rolled her eyes at Sun Yi, thinking that none of these young women had any brains.

No wonder Li Feng ordered all the artists in this group to upgrade their academic qualifications to bachelor's degrees; people with empty heads really can't come up with anything worthwhile.

First, Bai Lu got into trouble in the corruption case at the film studio. Not only did he get punished himself, but he also caused her to be neglected.

Now, Sun Yi is actually giving this thoughtless advice again.

Others might not notice, but she didn't? Those two girls had already sided with Zhang before the new year.

Although Zhang Xinyu hasn't appeared in the company for the past two years, she is still the boss's first-generation chief secretary who has been with him the longest.

Let alone her, even among the great poets of the Tang Dynasty, which one would dare to underestimate Zhang?

Trying to snatch someone from such an ancestor? Li Xin knew he didn't have that ability.

But in front of her underlings, she naturally wouldn't say she was afraid of Da Zhang, and simply said, "This Chen Duling, he doesn't seem like much."

"What 'most beautiful school beauty'? They bragged about it a lot back then. She's been with the company for a while now, and the boss still hasn't taken a liking to her."

"In my opinion, there's not much point in bringing her here."

Hearing this, Li Yitong, whose beautiful eyes lit up slightly, interjected, "Sister Xin, what if you were talking about extremely rare and distinctive beauties..."

Have you been following the recent online buzz about the "4000-year beauty"?

"It seems her small company went to great lengths to get her into Haofeng's new drama, to act alongside you, Sister Qin."

"When filming starts next week, you can take a closer look then."

"If it's really as amazing as they say, then we'll just poach her from there."

Li Xin was a little confused after hearing this, her beautiful eyebrows furrowing slightly: "What, a 4,000-year beauty? And when did I take on a new role?"

Li Yitong smiled and explained:

"The film and television department specially delivered the script this morning. You were still taking your beauty sleep back then, Sister Qin. It's called 'Novoland: The Castle in the Sky,' and the male lead is Zhang Ruoyun. All four of us sisters have scenes."

Li Xin took the script and opened it. Sure enough, she saw Ju Jingyi's name in the column for the second female lead, Xue Feishuang.

She carefully examined the heavily edited, unedited photo that the girl had attached.

She was about the same age as Bai Lu, but her petite and delicate features gave her a charming beauty that was completely different from their traditional Qingyi style.

We need to come up with something new, otherwise we'll get tired of the same old thing eventually.

Li Xin silently pondered in his heart, feeling a bit wistful.

Sun Yi and Bai Lu are fools, but Li Yitong is someone who can be consulted.

After closing the script, Li Xin, the leader of the group, made a decision: "Okay. When we go to the film set next week, let's go check it out together."

……

A week later, at Haofeng Film and Television City in Xiapi.

The morning mist had not yet dissipated, but the filming location of "Novoland: The Castle in the Sky" was already bustling with activity.

As this is a fantasy epic that Haofeng Films is particularly focused on this quarter, the well-funded production team not only rented the most expensive fantasy scenic area studio in the film city, but also ensured that the costumes, props, and logistical support were all arranged to the highest standards in the industry.

"Attention all departments! Professor Li Xin's car has arrived. Prepare to greet it!"

The executive director, holding a megaphone, anxiously urged the production crew.

As a black bodyguard car pulled up outside the film set, Li Xin, dressed in an exquisite period costume and surrounded by several assistants, slowly stepped out of the car.

Following behind her were Li Yitong, Sun Yi, and Bai Lu, who still looked somewhat flustered.

The simultaneous appearance of four actresses with similar appearances caused quite a stir on set, even the cameramen and lighting technicians from Hong Kong couldn't help but stare in amazement.

"Good morning, Sister Qin! This look suits you so well today."

The male lead, Zhang Ruoyun, was already dressed in his golden prince costume and stood on the sidelines, giving a warm and polite greeting.

"Good morning, Ruoyun." Li Xin returned the greeting politely.

She could clearly sense the perfect distance between herself and Zhang Ruoyun.

After all, he had been hanging out with his beloved Brother Yang for so many years, and Zhang Ruoyun always knew the proper etiquette in this regard.

Generally, once they've rehearsed their lines on set, they don't exchange a single extra word with each other in private, demonstrating an incredibly strong will to survive.

After exchanging greetings, Li Xin sat down on a recliner, casually scanning the rest area with her eyes.

Soon, her gaze fell on a corner not far away.

There, sitting, was a petite girl dressed in a light blue fairy-tale dress.

Ju Jingyi.

At this time, she was being hyped up online as the "beauty of four thousand years".

But compared to Haofeng Film & Television, a dominant player in the industry, her little bit of fame is as fragile as a bubble.

She sat awkwardly on a small plastic stool, holding a script in her hand, looking expectantly at Li Xin, who was surrounded by the crowd in the center.

"Go, call her over." Li Xin pointed in that direction with his chin and instructed Li Yitong beside him.

……

A few minutes later.

Led by Li Yitong, Ju Jingyi nervously walked up to Li Xin.

Looking at the aloof and noble-looking leading lady before her, she quickly bowed slightly, her attitude humble.

"Hello, Teacher Li, I'm Ju Jingyi, and I play your supporting role in the drama."

"I hope you will give me more guidance in the future on set, Teacher Li."

Li Xin did not immediately wake her up.

A pair of phoenix eyes, hidden behind sunglasses, scrutinized the girl from head to toe.

Upon closer inspection, the woman's skin was indeed fair and delicate, and her features were so exquisite that there was not a single flaw.

But what Li Xin appreciated most was the girl's petty nature.

That's because of the long-term experience of working in a girl group, which fostered a natural obedience to those in positions of authority.

Such people are easy to control, but they are also most easily overwhelmed by the allure of fame and fortune.

"No need to be so polite, please have a seat."

Li Xin put on a gentle smile and pointed to the empty folding chair next to him.

"Thank you, Teacher Li..." Ju Jingyi was a little flattered and pulled over a small chair to sit down, not knowing where to put her hands and feet.

"You used to be a girl group singer in Shanghai, right?" Li Xin casually started a casual conversation.

"I heard from someone that your group is quite popular right now. Why did you suddenly decide to pursue a career in film?"

Ju Jingyi said with a hint of bitterness, "Teacher Li, our group... seems to have a lot of members, but actually has very few resources."

"Everyone works their butt off dancing for fans in the theater every day, exhausting themselves for a meager fixed salary. I have no choice; the company spent a fortune to get me this supporting role, and I wanted to give it a try..."

Upon hearing this, Li Xin gave a disdainful snort.

What kind of high price could a small, unknown brokerage firm afford?

Having ambition is a good thing.

"You should do your best in this drama. Your character has a lot of screen time and is a role that's easy to make stand out."

"If you encounter any difficulties in the group in the future, or if someone bullies you, feel free to come to me anytime."

Hearing Li Xin's straightforward attempt to win her over, Ju Jingyi felt a rush of heat to her head.

Little did she know that she, a singer who had just been criticized by the entire internet, would receive the favor of Haofeng's most popular actress on her very first day of joining the group!

"Thank you, Teacher Li! I will definitely do my best and won't let you down!"