Every Last One Was a Cast Member

"This Dongfang Bubai embodies both yin and yang, combining strength and gentleness; there's a tremendous sense of contrast in his transformation from male to female..."

"It's just a damn ladyboy, I'll find you a hundred ladyboys from overseas if you don't like it!"

"It's not about being a transvestite. You don't understand the kind of contrast this character needs. After all, he's a normal man in the beginning, and the change only happens later!"

"If transvestites aren't acceptable, then how do you plan to do this?"

Wen Yishan has very high standards for filming.

Aside from some slight dissatisfaction regarding the timing, Chang Kongyinghao was very satisfied with this person's work.

After ensuring that the Zhang Household's villa would be rebuilt and a certain amount of compensation was provided, Chang Kongyinghao also came to inspect the film and television production crew.

He also made a cameo appearance as Yu Canghai, the leader of the Qingcheng Sect.

This is an unlikable, righteous sect leader who is narrow-minded, somewhat cunning, and ruthless, yet he has a significant amount of screen time.

It's easy to play a good person, but difficult to play a bad person. And it's extremely difficult to play a character who claims to be from a prestigious family but is actually a scheming and opportunistic person.

This is a role that requires both grace and strength.

Under normal filming conditions, directors are forced to portray characters in an unflattering way to establish their image, but this is merely a rudimentary filming technique.

As the leader of a sect, Yu Canghai may have an ordinary appearance, but he must have the aura of a grandmaster. He doesn't have to be as pleasant as a spring breeze, but he certainly can't be repulsive, otherwise he won't be able to survive in the righteous sects at all.

Having witnessed Chang Kong Yinghao and the others conversing and observing subtle changes in their expressions, Wen Yishan didn't understand the connection between these people. However, he liked the way Chang Kong Yinghao and Chang Kong Yinglian Zuo Lianguang speechless; this was the image he envisioned.

Moreover, the other party was very cooperative during the filming, even providing great assistance, including pulling Zuo Lianguang, who was initially unwilling to film, and having Chang Kong Yinglian invite Chang Kong Luo.

"Dad, I've already gone to play the role of Abbess Dingxian, so it's fine for you to play the role of Feng Qingyang. It's good to get out and relax. You should do more beneficial things so you can come out more often in the future..."

Regardless of Chang Kongluo's displeasure and refusal, Chang Kongyinglian persisted in extending the invitation.

Although the invitation was unsuccessful, Chang Kongluo did not simply walk away.

"Just take a quick picture for me, and that'll be the end of it!"

Chang Kong Yinglian's numerous words of advice were no match for Zhang Xuezhou's headache-inducing speech.

After Zhang Xuezhou added a comment, Chang Kongluo finally snorted and agreed.

"Well??"

Chang Kong Yinglian and Zhang Xuezhou didn't have much of a relationship, but she was very familiar with Zhang Xuezhou, as he was from the Ren Household. She couldn't quite understand when her father had become so close to Zhang Xuezhou, and how a simple sentence had resolved the matter.

"Please reimburse us more when the Sequence Committee applies for reimbursement. We'll be homeless soon," Zhang Xuezhou said dejectedly, pointing to the dilapidated villa. "Try to build a steel-framed house for us; it'll be more sturdy. I don't want to see my home demolished again!"

"This isn't difficult," Chang Kong Yinglian replied. "And there aren't that many people coming to demolish your house!"

Who knows!

Zhang Xuezhou shrugged.

His home had been demolished and rendered unsafe, so he could only make the film crew his home from now on and try his best to finish his work.

After a brief conversation, everyone had gathered, and Wen Yishan's excited yet troubled voice kept echoing in their ears.

My idea...

Wen Yishan described the many distinct characters in "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer" one by one, giving Chang Kong Yinghao and others a general understanding of the story.

"The Ren Woxing he mentioned could be played by Luo Laoguai," Chang Kongluo suggested.

"Is he capable?" Chang Kong Yinghao asked doubtfully.

"He has a knack for mimicking anyone," Chang Kongluo said. "He himself doesn't meet the requirements, but if he imitates the master he used to serve, he can imitate him to a great extent!"

"That's right!"

Ren Woxing is a cult leader who embodies "evil." He is a man of great talent, skill, vision, and magnanimity. He is also extremely ambitious, acts with integrity, and possesses the heroic spirit of a great villain.

Chang Kongluo was clearly suggesting that Luo Tianming imitate Luo Zhong; if he could imitate even a fraction of him, he could definitely play the role of a cult leader properly.

Not only does Chang Kongluo have the experience of being trapped in the old mansion, but Luo Tianming also has the same experience, and can perfectly play the role of Ren Woxing at the bottom of West Lake.

If Wen Yishan has any further needs, Luo Tianming has met countless people over the years and can make temporary imitations.

For Wen Yishan, cultivating a refined demeanor is incredibly difficult, but for them, it's just a natural performance; things aren't that hard.

"He probably wouldn't want to play a role in a movie or TV show," Chang Kongyinghao said.

"When you talk to him, just mention that Little Zhang has started a class, and I guarantee he'll agree to your conditions and beg to come," Chang Kongluo said.

He recommended a role, but Chang Kongluo also entangled Zhang Xuezhou, wanting Zhang Xuezhou to tell the Mental Strengthening Chapter as soon as possible.

He didn't mind Luo Tianming listening to it again, since Luo Tianming had already heard it once. However, Luo Tianming probably still needed to fill in any gaps in his understanding, so he would likely listen a second time and make effective distinctions during the repetition to prevent Zhang Xuezhou from omitting anything or to make sure he himself had missed something.

"Start classes?"

Chang Kongyinghao didn't understand what kind of course Zhang Xuezhou was offering, but he was quick to act, immediately dialing Luo Tianming's number.

"You don't seem to mind this kind of thing," Chang Kongluo asked Zhang Xuezhou in a low voice.

"Professor Ren had this wish back then, hoping that everyone could learn it," Zhang Xuezhou shook his head and said, "But the question is whether everyone believes it and is willing to put in the effort to learn it!"

"His demands are a bit high!"

If it weren't for his advancing age and Song Xianzong's repeated recommendations, Chang Kongluo would not have believed in such a thing as Mental Strengthening.

Moreover, Ren Yisheng's death cast a shadow over them.

For Chang Kongluo and others, choosing Mental Strengthening was more like prolonging their lives, hoping to remain mentally sound for several years or even ten years.

As for the rest, Chang Kongluo didn't have much hope.

This was a choice they had only made when they were desperate; for Chang Kongyinghao and his group, it was something they probably wouldn't want to hear even if it were presented to them.

During the communication, Luo Tianming indeed refused without hesitation, but when Chang Kongyinghao mentioned that "Little Zhang Zhang's class has started," Luo Tianming's attitude changed completely.

"Get me tested right now! I've got special permission; I'm going out to do something big!"

When Luo Tianming's voice came through the communicator, Chang Kongyinghao's expression couldn't help but change.

He pondered for a few seconds, then decided he should also attend the lecture to see why Luo Tianming's attitude had changed so drastically.

This urgent voice clearly pleased Chang Kongluo greatly.

He relaxed and pointed at Wen Yishan.

"He's fallen into a misconception, always thinking about finding actors who can portray both masculine and feminine characters, but he hasn't considered the other possibility," Chang Kongluo said.

"What's going on?" Zhang Xuezhou asked curiously.

"Actually, this kind of role could be played by twins, like my two unfilial children. Oh, they're a bit too old, but the two from the Zhou family are skilled in physical appearance and maintain a youthful look, so they shouldn't have any problem playing the role!"

Chang Kongluo pointed to the tough guy Zhou Rihui lying down, and then to Zhou Yueyan who was taking care of him.

It's very difficult for one person to portray Dongfang Bubai, but by breaking down the character, the problems of such a complex role can be easily solved.

"Who plays Yue Buqun, the character who acts alongside my mother?"

"That's Teacher Zhang Hui, a refined and elegant teacher who has always played chivalrous heroes in previous years. He did a fantastic job in this role, especially after revealing his true nature, which made me want to spit on him!"

Chang Kongluo's reminder allowed Wen Yishan to solve the problem instantly. He looked excited, and when Zhang Xuezhou asked another important actor a question, Wen Yishan gave a quick answer.

But for some reason, a feeling also welled up in Wen Yishan's heart.

Veteran actor Zhang Hui's portrayal of Yue Buqun relies purely on acting skills, but the demeanor of these people seems innate.

Just as he had seen Zhang Xuezhou through the lens, it seemed as if these people originally possessed the aura of high-ranking officials and masters, and that coming to the film crew was merely to experience life and casually replicate their own experiences.

His heart skipped a beat, but he quickly stopped the thought.

No matter how powerful these people are, they are now all actors in his film crew.