[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett":3,"chapter-how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-chapter-10":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","How Can You Be an Emperor of Acting Without Letting Loose?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2324722,4547,"Chapter 10: The Fierce and Ugly Martial Arts Director","how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-chapter-10",10,"\u003Cp>The two, having eaten their fill, soon left the restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the elevator button being pressed, Chen Lifeng couldn’t help asking, “Aren’t you going back to your room?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Just ate.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo snapped out of his thoughts and shook his head. “Going to the gym to digest. Next up is a martial arts drama—might as well stretch my limbs.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m already playing Lin Pingzhi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Changing the lead actor doesn’t seem like such a big deal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not worth expending energy on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Come with me!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Lifeng nodded quickly. “I’ll change clothes and meet you soon.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyone not too reclusive, upon entering a new environment, instinctively seeks out compatible friends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They’d chatted happily over dinner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo’s clean, handsome appearance naturally won her favor, so she had no objection to spending more time with him. Though Yi Lin’s action scenes were limited, she still needed extra practice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No problem.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Chen Lifeng’s blinking eyes, Li Luo found no reason to refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the elevator doors closed, the petite nun vanished from view. Li Luo scratched his chin and strolled cheerfully toward the gym.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had been a long time since he earned a indulgence reward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps he could find a way to break through with her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The “Swordsman” crew involved heavy combat, so actors were strongly encouraged to prepare in advance. The large gym had been mostly cleared out, leaving only a few pieces of equipment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to the schedule.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a few days, they’d begin unified training here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regardless of how effective the training was, at least it would give these actors some semblance of discipline—they couldn’t be fumbling with swords like beginners.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He strolled on the treadmill for a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling digestion was complete, Li Luo swung his arms and walked over to the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wooden racks held a dense array of prop swords—long and short, varied in design. The prop team had put real effort into the details.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He picked a sword of suitable length and drew it casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blade gleamed like snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its heavy weight felt excellent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nothing like the wooden swords he’d used in Hengdian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ding~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He flicked his finger against the blade, making it hum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Real steel!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo’s eyes lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though unsharpened, the feel of a real sword in hand was entirely different. Intrigued, he formed a sword grip, spun, and lunged forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Swoosh~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A rush of air sounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He twirled the blade, stepped forward in a thrust, then retreated, sweeping the sword left and right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He kicked, then delivered a backstab.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo moved nimbly through the vast gym, thrusting his sword from every angle. His superior physique made his motions fluid and expansive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it was a skill, he didn’t take it lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had to practice regularly to master it effortlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he focused on his swordplay, several men entered the gym with a rush. They were of average height but solidly built, their faces bearing a hint of menace—clearly no good guys.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the props being used, they looked displeased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Eh~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But seeing Li Luo’s movements were disciplined, their expressions shifted slightly. The slick-haired man crossed his arms and said in surprise, “Oi, this young fella’s got some real form!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wonder if he ever ate night porridge.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Acting all fancy.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another man scratched his buzzcut, sneering, “Boss Can take him down with one hand!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hahaha.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other two burst into laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Shut up.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged man in the center turned and glared. “If you’ve got something to say, say it properly. Don’t you know any rules? How many times have I taught you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His face hardened, and the four young men fell silent immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reprimanding them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged man turned his full attention to Li Luo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having immersed himself in this field for decades, he could spot things at a glance. Though the young man’s movements were slightly clumsy, to him, they were clearly practiced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not just random flailing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo heard every word they said, even though they spoke Cantonese.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But to him,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was no different from hearing his native dialect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were just commenting that he moved with style, like he’d trained in kung fu, and someone joked he could be taken down with one hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, their leader scolded them for lacking manners.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that “young fella” comment pleased him, so he didn’t mind their pointing and whispering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He twisted his wrist and casually slung the long sword over his shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then smiled and nodded at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoever they were, proper courtesy couldn’t be skipped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young brother.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged man stepped forward, his slightly fierce and ugly face twisting into a smile. “Are you also with the ‘Swordsman’ crew? What sword style did you just practice?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was very hoarse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surprisingly, his Mandarin was quite good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo stood tall with the sword on his back, raising an eyebrow. “And you are?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yuan Bin.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man extended a large, calloused hand, his voice strong. “Let me introduce myself—I’m the martial arts director for the crew.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a behind-the-scenes figure,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not being recognized was common, and he didn’t mind. He was instead intrigued by Li Luo—unexpectedly, he’d met someone with real kung fu skills. A pleasant surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having spent decades in the industry, Yuan Bin carried his own pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially in his line of work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without a bit of temper and authority, you couldn’t control anyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before someone with real ability, he had no problem lowering his guard to make connections. Few things still interested him—martial arts was one of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuan Bin!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo narrowed his eyes, slightly surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’d never met him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he’d heard the name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No reason other than his brothers were too famous: before him, international superstar Fong Lung; after him, Hong Kong’s top dog, Boss Yuan Qiu and Suit-Wearing Thug Yuan Hua—all members of the Seven Little Fortunes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In martial arts choreography, this group held half the industry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Director Yuan, nice to meet you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo shook Yuan Bin’s calloused hand, looking slightly embarrassed. “Sorry, I didn’t recognize you just now. My apologies.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Never mind the Seven Little Fortunes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was a martial arts director—his word carried weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether I look good in action scenes\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Depends entirely on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knowing the Seven Stars Sword Art is one thing; how I perform on screen is another. Most actors can’t improvise—they must follow the martial arts director’s choreography.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having martial arts training just makes my performance more visually impressive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Forget that.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After letting go, Yuan Bin asked eagerly, “Young brother, what’s the name of that sword form you just showed? Can you do it again?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do we really need to do this~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The buzzcut man behind him muttered in Cantonese, “These two moves? Any of us could do them. This young fella’s too young—I doubt he’s got real skill.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Calling me ‘young fella’ is fine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo, with sharp hearing, looked at him with amusement. “But can you drop the ‘dead’?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the time, most Hong Kongers were arrogant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking advantage of others not understanding the dialect, he always loved to chatter away nonsense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the short-haired man heard Li Luo speak fluent, clear Mandarin, his face turned as red as a liver.\u003C\u002Fp>",1196,"2026-06-20T17:17:01.025Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","7e58246def8e697c765fd7bed9c0f74a79c7d7b2e8007d9c10a773df44209f69","how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-chapter-11","how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-chapter-9",461,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhow-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-cover.jpg"]