Chapter 68

In the hotel lobby.

Watching everyone take their work IDs, Li Luo casually tossed the watermelon rind into the trash: “There are a few things to pay attention to later. Since we’re not strangers, I’ll speak plainly.”

Some things you can’t learn in school—I need to remind you.

“Go on.”

Huo Xuan waved his hand: “Today, you’re the teacher.”

Even Bian Xiaoxiao quickly calmed her restless heart and looked at Li Luo attentively.

There are only a few people here.

None of you have ever worked on a set before coming to school.

Naturally, you’re full of longing and curiosity for what you’ve been striving for.

“Seeing actors you like.”

Li Luo patted his chest and joked: “Don’t go running up to ask for autographs or photos. If you want autographs, come to me first—otherwise, how’s my face as the male lead going to look?”

“Hahaha.”

Everyone couldn’t help but laugh softly.

“There really are some things to watch out for on set.”

He waved his hand and said seriously: “First, when you get to the set, make sure your phone is on silent.”

“If your phone rings while you’re filming.”

“The director will yell at you.”

Every call wastes the entire crew’s time and money.

Failing to deliver a good performance is one thing.

Being affected by such a basic mistake is another.

Several classmates nodded vigorously.

“When filming starts, don’t wander around,” Li Luo held up his second finger and continued: “The same logic applies— I think you all know what happens if you suddenly walk into frame.”

“Don’t sit on the camera box.”

He raised his third finger and glanced at the female classmates on the sofa: “Especially you girls—this is a taboo.”

As soon as he finished speaking, the girls widened their eyes.

They were about to ask why.

“Don’t rush.”

He waved his finger and shrugged: “Don’t talk to me about equality—it’s an old rule from the opera world, and besides, those camera boxes cost a fortune. Just don’t touch them, that’s all.”

“Speaking of that.”

Li Luo looked at everyone and added: “Unless you’re very familiar with them, never offer to help crew members carry or move equipment.”

“Same rule applies even after you start acting professionally.”

“It’s not about putting on airs—if you accidentally break something, no one can explain it away.”

He grabbed a slice of watermelon and took a bite, adding: “Not only don’t sit on the camera box—don’t sit on just any chair either. This isn’t school; sometimes sitting on the wrong chair offends someone.”

There’s still time—say whatever comes to mind.

The visitors listened intently; some even pulled out notebooks to write down notes.

The set really does have a lot of odd habits.

If you’re not careful, you might offend someone without even realizing it.

“What Li Luo just said has nothing to do with acting.”

After he finished, Huo Xuan added: “But you all will have to enter society eventually. A film set is a complex little society—some people won’t say a word when they see you mess up.”

“They’ll just enjoy your misfortune.”

“This is his heartfelt advice—you must remember it!”

One warning after another.

The newcomers listened, trembling with nerves, nodding frantically.

“Don’t be nervous,” Li Luo waved his arm and smiled to ease their tension: “Many actors on set are actually our senior classmates.”

“Besides, even if something goes wrong.”

He glanced around and grinned: “Don’t we have Teacher Huo to cover for us?”

“Hahaha.”

Seeing Huo Xuan scowling and puffing his cheeks, everyone burst into laughter.

“Li Luo.”

Jia Nai Ming, unable to contain his excitement: “What scene are you shooting today?”

All eyes turned toward him.

Rare chance to experience it firsthand.

Of course they wanted to see something different.

“You’re lucky.”

Li Luo grabbed a tissue to wipe his mouth and smiled at them: “Today you’ll get to see the Six Major Sects storm Brightness Peak. If you’re interested, you can join as extras.”

“Won’t be a wasted trip.”

He had already arranged everything in advance with Lai Shuiqing and Yuan Bin.

Both had readily agreed.

The male lead’s face had to be respected.

Besides, even if you don’t respect the monk, respect the Buddha—many actors on set have taken Huo Xuan’s classes, and now we’re here representing Beidian.

As long as it doesn’t disrupt filming, there’s no reason to refuse.

“Great!”

“Yes!”

Hearing they could watch a major scene and even try acting as extras, several classmates cheered excitedly.

“I’ll go pack.”

Li Luo stood up with a smile: “You all freshen up—we’re leaving for the set right away.”

The weather won’t let you shoot long before you’re drenched in sweat; the most important things to bring are dry underwear and T-shirts. By the time he finished packing, the others outside were ready too.

“Let two or three people ride with me.”

The group arrived at the parking lot and saw everyone cramming into the minivan. Li Luo waved his keys: “I’ve got space—don’t squeeze yourselves so tightly.”

“Female students, come with me.”

Huo Xuan waved his arm decisively.

There’s a Mercedes G-Class available.

Who wants to be crammed into a minivan?

Led by Huang Shengyi, the three women turned and happily walked toward the parked Mercedes.

Bian Xiaoxiao was a step slower.

She had no choice but to sit in the back with Wang Luodan.

“Teacher, ride with me.”

Li Luo opened the door, turned the steering wheel, and sped out of the hotel.

The siege of Brightness Peak couldn’t be filmed on the studio lot—the crew found an outdoor location nearby, about an hour’s drive away, followed by a walk.

Thanks to his warning,

everyone who came today wore athletic shoes.

The morning air poured through the windows, tousling Huang Shengyi’s long hair.

She wore a white dress today, her white sneakers swaying gently, paired with her pure, innocent face—no wonder she’d later be chosen by the stars to play the female lead in Kung Fu.

“Li Luo.”

Huang Shengyi tucked her fluttering hair behind her ear and asked softly: “Do you drive yourself to every shoot?”

After she chose to yield,

the tension between them had long vanished.

“No.”

He eased off the accelerator to let the minivan catch up, one hand on the wheel, gesturing toward the vast expanse of ancient-style buildings: “I usually shoot inside—it’s just a few minutes’ walk.”

Faintly, you could see many people dressed in ancient attire moving around the studio lot.

The three women in the car gazed at them with longing.

“How much did this car cost?”

Wang Luodan shifted her seat, curious: “Looks cool from outside, but the seat’s pretty hard.”

“About two or three million.”

Li Luo scratched his cheek and shrugged: “I don’t know the exact price—it’s borrowed from a friend—but these SUVs are definitely not comfortable.”

As soon as he spoke, the car fell silent.

Bian Xiaoxiao had ridden in it several times but never realized it was so expensive.

Wang Luodan, from an ordinary family, sat with her mouth wide open—she hadn’t realized she was sitting on top of several apartments in Beijing. Now the seat didn’t feel hard at all—it felt as soft as cotton.