“Ding! New main quest released: Latent Dragon in the Abyss!”
“Quest objective: Before filming for chinese paladin 3 wraps, raise acting skill to 75.”
“Quest rewards: 100 juxing value, 1 Golden Song Treasure Chest.”
Jing Xiuran looked at the generous rewards for the new quest, which invigorated him. Thinking of the Hu Ge profits brought by the two previous golden songs, Jing Xiuran felt a surge of motivation.
At the same time, Cai Yinong’s decisive style of action was fully displayed.
“Xiao Ya!” Her voice was clear and penetrating.
The intellectual and capable female secretary quickly stepped forward: “CEO Cai!”
“From now on, you will be responsible for all liaison matters concerning Xiuran within the company.”
Cai Yinong spoke very quickly and clearly.
“Bring over the key to the top-floor artist apartment for Xiuran! Also, notify the publicity department to immediately formulate a top-tier publicity plan, ready to be launched at any time!”
“Yes, CEO Cai!”
A hint of surprise flashed in Sister Xiao Ya’s eyes, but it was quickly replaced by professionalism.
S-class contract! Top-tier publicity plan!
Just who exactly was this young man named Jing Xiuran?
When her gaze fell upon Jing Xiuran’s flawless face again, most of the doubt in her heart instantly dissipated.
This face alone was worth the company going all out!
Sister Xiao Ya’s gaze towards Jing Xiuran also gained a few more layers of seriousness and an appropriate amount of enthusiasm.
“Mr. Jing, please follow me.”
“Just call me Xiuran.” Jing Xiuran smiled and nodded, following Sister Xiao Ya out of Cai Yinong’s office.
In the elevator, Sister Xiao Ya took the initiative to introduce things, her voice friendly yet maintaining proper decorum:
“Mr. Jing, the company’s current focus is on the chinese paladin 3 project. Your joining is a great help to the project.”
She secretly observed Jing Xiuran’s expression, and seeing him listen attentively, she continued:
“The preparations for chinese paladin 3 have entered the final stage, so your schedule will be quite tight.”
“The preliminary arrangement is that tomorrow morning, you will need to cooperate with the company’s photography team to shoot a set of personal promotional photos.”
“In the afternoon, it will be the costume fitting photos for the character Chonglou.”
“Additionally, CEO Cai instructed that if there’s a suitable time in the next two days, she will arrange for you to meet with several core creative leads of the company, such as Mr. Hu Ge, Miss Liu Shishi, and Director Li Guoli.”
“Everyone will be colleagues in the same crew from now on, and many scenes will require coordination, so getting to know each other in advance will definitely be beneficial.”
“Thank you for your hard work, Sister Xiao Ya.” Jing Xiuran readily changed his address.
The single phrase “Sister Xiao Ya” made her smile a few shades more genuine, and her favorable impression of Jing Xiuran increased significantly.
Soon, the two arrived at an elegantly situated apartment building.
“This is the dormitory arranged by the company for its signed artists, and the security is very good.”
Sister Xiao Ya swiped open the access control.
“You’ve been assigned a top-floor single suite with a balcony. It’s fully furnished with appliances and furniture, so you can move in immediately.”
Pushing open the door, the simple and modern decor, along with the spacious and bright interior, far exceeded Jing Xiuran’s expectations.
Compared to the small, dilapidated room he rented in Yanjing before, it was a world of difference!
Was this the treatment for an S-class newcomer?
Indeed, strength was the ultimate currency!
“Please take some time to get familiar with the environment. If you need anything, feel free to call me.”
Sister Xiao Ya handed Jing Xiuran the door card and a set of keys.
“I’ve already saved your phone number. Once the draft of the promotion plan is ready, I will send it to you for review immediately.”
“Okay, thank you, Sister Xiao Ya.”
After seeing Sister Xiao Ya off, Jing Xiuran closed the door and surveyed what would be his home for a while.
After the initial excitement, he quickly calmed down.
The most urgent task was to improve his strength!
“System!” he murmured inwardly.
“Current main quest: Latent Dragon in the Abyss (Before chinese paladin 3 wraps, raise acting skill to 75).”
“Current acting skill: 72 (+10 when playing Chonglou).”
“Current juxing value: 78.”
From 72 to 75, only 3 points short!
It didn’t seem like much, but Jing Xiuran knew that the further he went, the harder every single point of improvement would become!
He had to reach it as soon as possible!
“juxing value... 78 points remaining.” Jing Xiuran’s eyes flickered.
He quickly browsed the system mall with his mind.
Those rare items that could instantly and directly boost acting skills—【Acting Depth Comprehension Card】 for 150 juxing value, 【Character Soul Analysis Pack】 for 180 juxing value, as for the legendary 【Actor Possession Card】, it was priced at 300 juxing value...
With his current 78 juxing value, it was completely insufficient for exchange.
Moreover, considering potential unforeseen circumstances in the future, juxing value had to be spent sparingly for emergencies.
...
The next day, inside Tangren Film and Television’s photography studio.
The morning’s individual promotional photo shoot proceeded exceptionally smoothly.
Under the terrifying boost of a 100-point charisma, Jing Xiuran hardly needed much guidance from the photographer.
He didn’t even need to deliberately make any expressions or movements.
Just standing there casually, with the light hitting his face, he naturally formed a pleasing picture! Every shot was a masterpiece that could directly grace the cover of a fashion magazine!
Whether it was a sunny and clean youthful vibe, or an artistic flair with melancholic detachment, or the need to showcase mature charm with a cool demeanor...
He could effortlessly control and switch between various styles, as if he was born for the camera!
“Click!”
“Perfect! Absolutely perfect!”
“Good! Don’t move! Just like that! This angle is amazing!”
“Eyes! Yes! Change your gaze... Yes, yes, yes! That’s the feeling! Hold it!”
The photographer became more and more excited as he shot, pressing the shutter rapidly.
Even the stylist next to him, who was responsible for his wardrobe and had a small reputation in the fashion industry, clicked his tongue in amazement.
He felt that his work today was the easiest since he started in the industry!
Just pulling the most ordinary white T-shirt from the nearby clothing rack and putting it on Jing Xiuran, he could make it look like a top model walking a high-fashion show for an international luxury brand!
The morning’s promotional photo shoot finished a full two hours ahead of the original schedule!
And the yield rate was astonishingly high! Almost every single shot was a masterpiece!
However, as time shifted to the afternoon, when it was time for the Demon Lord Chonglou’s costume fitting photos.
The atmosphere in the styling room suddenly became a bit subtle.
