[{"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-104":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},2324816,4547,"Chapter 104: Just a Little Short of the Mark","how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-chapter-104",104,"\u003Cp>When the famous drama The Pearl Princess aired.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was only 1998.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We’re all roughly the same age, yet she calls me “sister,” and claims she’s watched me grow up since childhood—how many years has she even acted?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though Fan Bingbing has decent emotional intelligence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was momentarily speechless, not knowing what to say.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hahaha.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Li Luo’s awkward expression, Kou Zhanwu couldn’t help bursting into laughter, then he straightened his face and solemnly extended his hand to Fan Bingbing: “Bingbing, hello—I didn’t grow up watching your TV shows.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each of them said one line, leaving Fan Bingbing utterly confused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before she could react.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kou Zhanwu darted away, sprinting off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo quickly rolled a snowball the size of a fist and hurled it hard at that bastard, striking his back with a perfect burst of snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sorry, sorry~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring Kou Zhanwu’s loud laughter, he turned and took Fan Bingbing’s hand, frozen midair:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Just a joke—don’t take it to heart.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Bingbing’s expression was slightly resigned: “Of course not.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This kind of first meeting with a new crew member was something she’d never experienced before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was rather fresh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring that oddball, Fan Bingbing went on greeting other crew members—actors, stunt performers, assistants—no one was left out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back at the rest area, Li Luo picked up his thermos and slowly sipped his coffee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Out of nowhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt someone watching him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned his head and met that gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A short-haired woman in her thirties or forties, exuding a sharp, capable aura—she’d come with Fan Bingbing earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Li Luo noticed her, she showed no sign of fluster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She nodded politely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He returned her smile, then picked up the script resting beside his chair; even though he’d memorized every line, scenes were shot out of order, so he had to flip through it constantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for Fan Bingbing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had two or three months to get familiar—no rush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn’t in a hurry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone else was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just after reviewing his next dialogue with Kou Zhanwu, two footsteps approached him directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking in the direction of the sound, he saw Fan Bingbing and the short-haired middle-aged woman returning from their greetings; the latter’s smile radiated warmth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Li Luo.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Bingbing stopped and spoke clearly: “Excuse me—are you free right now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words were direct enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo closed his script and stood up, his action answering whether he was free or not.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Fan Bingbing could speak, the short-haired woman extended her hand confidently: “I’m Wang Jinghua, Bingbing’s agent.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At these words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several actors in the tent all lifted their heads.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their gazes turned toward the short-haired woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They burned with interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes a name alone is a guaranteed brand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo didn’t recognize her face, but he’d heard her name—the legendary top agent in China, renowned for her extraordinary influence and networking, holding contracts with numerous A-list stars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At her peak, she led dozens of actors away from Huayi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Causing a sensation throughout the entertainment industry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was undoubtedly a powerful woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo shook her hand: “I’ve heard a lot about you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No big name,” Wang Jinghua replied politely. “I just do service work. Mr. Li, would you mind stepping aside for a quick chat?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was an agent—her intent was obvious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he couldn’t refuse outright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since filming wouldn’t start for a few more minutes, Li Luo simply rolled up his script and walked aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under a pine tree, both stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I should’ve invited you to a café,” Wang Jinghua said, gazing at the snowy forest as she stretched her chest: “But seeing this scenery, I find it more refreshing than any indoor setting.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This woman wasn’t a psychologist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet she’d managed to sign many top stars—even convinced them to switch agencies together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In matters of human relations and interpersonal skills,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her abilities were exceptional.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A simple, relaxed gesture like that effortlessly bridged the gap between strangers and eased their guard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Indeed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo patted his script and pretended to appreciate the view.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how beautiful the scenery,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching it for ten hours a day would eventually grow tiresome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He said nothing more; sometimes, the more you speak, the more vulnerable you become.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Actually, I’ve been following you for a while.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua didn’t mind, continuing as she rolled her shoulders: “When The Smiling, Proud Wanderer aired in 2001, I loved your portrayal of Lin Pingzhi—I thought you had real talent.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then came Zhang Wuji in The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t expect you’d land the lead role.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I asked friends on Wandao about the series—they all gave it high praise.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her short hair swayed as she smiled at the silent man beside her: “But those aren’t the reasons I admire you. Do you know what I admire most about you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re good-looking.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo sometimes spoke with brutal directness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua paused, then laughed and agreed: “That’s unquestionable.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“There’s another key reason.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She paused slightly, then continued: “It’s Li Luo Studio.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’ve investigated me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ve learned about you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua spread her hands, showing no ill intent: “Through learning, I realized you’re smart—very few young actors plan their careers the way you do.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s why I like you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I came here specifically for you. My goal is clear—I want to sign you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lowered her hands, her tone sincere: “There are many actors with talent, but few with brains. I want to help you move more smoothly through this industry and reach a higher position!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last line was delivered with absolute confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had the ability to make it happen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo swung his script, politely declining: “I’m very satisfied with my current situation.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This answer\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surprised Wang Jinghua slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t sign just any actor anymore—only those she truly believed in received her personal visit. Normally, actors gladly accepted; after all, her track record wasn’t fabricated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In selecting scripts and planning actors’ careers, her vision was unmatched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And her resources were extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was within her expectations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone who founded a studio and started acting in their first year of college must have strong convictions—Wang Jinghua never expected to seal the deal with a few words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, your current situation is comfortable.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua nodded in agreement, adding: “Your studio is your own—no constraints. After The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber airs, your offers won’t be lacking.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You earn your own money, you spend it yourself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sighed and shook her head: “If I’d achieved what you have when I was young, earning big money, I’d have wanted to stay in that state forever too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo helped her express the turning point.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua paused again, then tapped her forehead and laughed: “You’re quite funny, but have you ever considered this: clinging too tightly to small money can make you miss out on big money.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even if you have to give up some profit, you could earn far more than you do now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s wrong with that?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at Li Luo with sincere tone: “With Huayi as your backing, you’ll get many opportunities. Right now your income is just from acting fees, isn’t it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But an actor’s income isn’t just from acting fees.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Brand endorsements.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And commercial performances.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua kept talking, trying to appeal to his interests: “With your looks, if handled well, these extra earnings could match your acting fees—spend two days shooting an ad and you walk away with hundreds of thousands.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sing two songs at a commercial show and you can earn tens of thousands.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A big platform can consolidate high-end resources, strengthen your bargaining power, and greatly enhance your personal image.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Listening to these words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo smiled faintly inside, saying nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ads.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as your fame is hot enough, manufacturers will find your contact information themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Commercial performances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He feared that after singing, the boss would chase him for money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his impassive expression, Wang Jinghua swiftly swung her second axe: “Then there’s your career—you have to admit, actors don’t always land good roles.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If you accidentally take a bad film, your career can collapse easily.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“With a big platform behind you, even if that happens, you’ll still have enough resources and opportunities to help you restart.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You know Huayi’s strength well.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua looked confident, delivering her final blow: “The resources our company can offer are certainly exceptional, and our chances of producing hits are higher—if you’re willing to sign the contract.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I can guarantee you’ll get preferential treatment in resources.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any film or TV drama produced by Huayi, under suitable conditions, would naturally give priority to its own actors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The company’s strength is indeed formidable, and it will only grow stronger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It has produced many fine works.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By normal logic, her words had no flaws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Li Luo was different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t guarantee good scripts, but if given a choice, he could ensure every role he took was of high quality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When an actor’s every TV drama or film is either critically acclaimed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or highly profitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why fear a lack of opportunities?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To investors, he’d be a guiding light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you, Sister Hua,” Li Luo pretended to hesitate, then said with a pained expression: “What you’ve said is very reasonable, but it’s a major decision for me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can I take some time to think it over?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though disappointed, she was glad he’d softened—Wang Jinghua pulled out a business card and handed it to Li Luo: “No matter your decision, I’ll count you as a friend. Keep my contact—call anytime if you have questions.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We can even chat casually.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, he’d politely refused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she believed harmony brings wealth; after years in the industry, she rarely burned bridges.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wouldn’t harbor resentment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo gladly accepted it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing his costume, he gave her his number directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The matter settled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Jinghua left without delay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching her back, Li Luo chuckled and slipped the card into his pocket—she’d be disappointed, of course. Leaning on a big tree wasn’t impossible, and the shade was indeed comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But not now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if he joined a big platform, it’d have to be after this woman led a group of actors away from Huayi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adding flowers to brocade—lacked the right meaning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Giving charcoal in snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s how he’d gain more benefits and opportunities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Bingbing joined the cast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bringing immediate changes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Li Luo, this change was, in some ways, negative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the schedule stretching from morning till night, his head ached—unlike across the ocean, where strict shooting hours meant heavy overtime fees for delays.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here, once things got busy, actors had to stay on set.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coming early, leaving late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was no big deal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When filming got intense, they’d shoot all night!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, his body was strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could handle it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spending all day together on set, Fan Bingbing’s goddess filter shattered quickly in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike her on-screen persona.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When filming wore her down,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actors on set showed every possible state—falling asleep sprawled on chairs was common.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this semi-closed environment,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emotions grew fastest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just over a week, Li Luo grew familiar with Fan Bingbing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Giddyap, giddyap, giddyap!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shouts echoed through the forest as massive hooves kicked up clouds of snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo was having fun—he sharply tugged the reins, riding his white horse through clusters of uniquely shaped pine trees; the thrill of galloping sometimes felt even better than driving a G-Wagon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Whoa~~~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reaching an open patch, he pulled the reins tight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tall white horse neighed several times, its long legs pawing the snow, then stopped, exhaling plumes of mist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How’s that?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding the reins, he circled the horse in place, then looked at the dozen or so people standing or sitting nearby: “My riding’s decent, right? Don’t worry—I can carry someone safely.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What they were filming now: Zhang Danfeng and Yun Lei, disguised as a princess, fleeing from the Golden Knife Camp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He Qun wanted to capture the medium and long shots of the two riding one horse in escape; since the director demanded it, the actors had to comply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this was dangerous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the actors lacked riding skills, they’d have to drop these shots.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo, of course, wouldn’t miss the chance to ride together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From mounting the horse, he’d already shown the crew his superb riding—moving from stillness to motion, then whipping the reins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything flowed effortlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though his technique was extraordinary, everyone turned their eyes to the riding instructor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They still trusted the professional.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under everyone’s gaze, the riding instructor nodded firmly: “Movements are beautiful, horse control is extremely skilled—I’d do no better myself. Li Luo, how many years have you been riding?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Two years.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the instructor’s astonished look, Li Luo dismounted easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t worry.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He flicked the reins, looking at the graceful woman in red beside him: “Even if I fall, I won’t let you fall.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fine, I’ll do it!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Bingbing wasn’t timid—if it was safe, no need to hesitate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He Qun took off his glasses, wiped them, and said: “Ride around for a while, get used to it. Li Luo, be careful!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No problem.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Luo snapped his fingers and grinned at the woman in the red robe: “Fatty, get on the horse!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hey!!!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Bingbing bared his teeth and rolled up his sleeves.\u003C\u002Fp>",2223,"2026-06-20T17:17:01.025Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","5e75f2c64de2db9d4332385191f6e69bedf4b78448c89f125da60ea0de08450d","how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-chapter-105","how-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-chapter-103",461,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhow-can-you-be-an-emperor-of-acting-without-lett-cover.jpg"]