Chapter 354: Dilireba

Although Jiang Heng didn't name names, based on Dilireba's ability, she could still pass the preliminary audition smoothly.

As for the second round, they would have to wait three days.

Besides Dilireba, her roommate Tao Hui also passed the preliminary audition, after all her figure is so good that ordinary men really can't resist.

In a small restaurant off campus, several girls gathered in a private room to celebrate the two roommates passing the preliminary audition.

"Dilireba, Huahui, if you two act in a movie and become big stars, don't forget us!"

"Exactly, we're true sisters for life!"

"It's not that easy to become a star; I heard from the student union's senior that although many passed the preliminary this time, there's only one spot!"

Tao Hui said this while unconsciously glancing at Dilireba.

Dilireba laughed and said, "This kind of audition has tens of thousands of participants; it's not that easy to pass, so just keep a calm mindset and focus on participation."

Li Fei regretted, "If only they needed more roles, the crew would surely require extras; if any of you get selected, remember to recommend me as an extra!"

Tao Hui sat up straight, puffed out her chest, and smiled, "Don't worry, if I get selected, I'll definitely bring you along!"

Li Fei glanced at Tao Hui and smiled, "With that figure of yours, you're sure to make it this time!"

"I'm also beautiful, okay!" Tao Hui said this with a smug expression.

"Exactly, Huahui is the most beautiful; she'll definitely be selected this time—cheers!"

The several girls all raised their glasses; although Dilireba felt a bit embarrassed, she didn't really mind.

In her view, Tao Hui was no match; which popular female star would have an "E‑level" figure? Just as tall girls struggle to find suitable male co‑stars, girls with excessively good figures also find it hard to become the lead.

Just looking at the figure, who would notice what the audience is acting?

After eating and returning, Tao Hui searched online for audition tips, while the other roommates nearby also busied themselves.

As for Dilireba, her mindset was comparatively calm.

She had already been admitted to Shanghai Theatre Academy; after finishing this semester, she would go to Shanghai to study.

She had also heard a bit about the entertainment industry.

Becoming the film's female lead through the sea audition is basically equivalent to winning the lottery jackpot.

And the probability of becoming Jiang Heng's new film's female lead is truly lower than the odds of winning the lottery jackpot and then being struck by lightning.

Even so, she still made calls everywhere to inquire.

In the blink of an eye, three days passed; Dilireba and Tao Hui together took a taxi to Jilin University.

Upon entering the campus, they discovered many banners hung up.

Then they heard passing students say, Director Jiang Heng had arrived.

Upon hearing this, Tao Hui's eyes lit up, "Director Jiang is here!"

Dilireba glanced at her and thought, Director Jiang is here—are you really that excited?

"Should we use a beauty trap? The problem is, everyone who came today for the sea audition is beautiful!"

"It's perfectly normal for him to personally come for an important role in his movie!"

Tao Hui, however, felt somewhat smug, chin slightly raised, "If I could directly approach Director Jiang, it wouldn't matter whether I become a female star or not!"

Dilireba chuckled, "Then let me wish you success in advance?"

"Sure, when I become the boss's wife, I'll definitely take care of you in the future!"

"Then thank you!"

The two girls entered the gymnasium for the second round, laughing and chatting.

Looking around, there were truly many people—at least over a thousand pretty girls.

Tao Hui originally had some confidence in her looks, but after scanning the room, she suddenly felt lacking confidence.

"Your looks are fine, huh?" Dilireba laughed, "So just relax and focus on participation."

Tao Hui nodded, her smugness fading, and together with Dilireba they honestly registered, got their numbers, and queued up.

Because there were too many participants in the second round, each person had only three minutes to perform, and even so they had to divide into ten second‑round selection zones running simultaneously.

Jiang Heng naturally wouldn't personally serve as a judge in any selection zone; instead, he received a list and saw the situation of the second‑round zone to which Dilireba was assigned.

When the time was about right, Jiang Heng began visiting each place; upon arriving at Dilireba's group, he waited a moment, and within a few minutes he saw the young and beautiful Dilireba.

She first bowed politely, then began introducing herself; upon suddenly seeing Jiang Heng on the side of the judges' bench, her heart immediately panicked.

Jiang Heng gave her a slight nod; Dilireba instantly calmed down, her mind filled with just one thought—he actually smiled at me!

After stumbling through her self‑introduction, she then began performing according to the judges' requirements.

She felt her performance was terrible, her mind all muddled.

Yet the result she ended up hearing was that she had advanced—how could that be?

Of course, it was because several judges understood each other implicitly; such things don't need the leader to say.

As soon as Jiang Heng arrived, more than half of the judges' attention and thoughts shifted to him.

Seeing Jiang Heng gazing at Dilireba with interest, smiling at her and nodding, if they still gave her a low score and eliminated her under these circumstances, there'd be no point in sticking around on iQiyi.

That's how the workplace works—leaders often say nothing, and subordinates implicitly understand and get things done, reasonable and lawful!

After coming out, Dilireba waited a moment before seeing the elated Tao Hui.

"Haha, I advanced—what about you?"

"Me too!"

"Oh, you didn't notice those few judges; when they saw me, their eyes went straight!" Tao Hui said smugly.

"Oh, that's great—your chances of being selected are even higher!"

Dilireba said offhandedly, while still recalling Jiang Heng's smile at her.

She felt her performance wasn't good; passing this time was probably due to Director Jiang's favor—his direct approval raised her hopes too high.

Therefore, on the way back, Dilireba appeared preoccupied, and Tao Hui also didn't feel like chatting.

The next day was the third round of auditions, held at a hotel because there were fewer people, and the judges were Jiang Heng and a few senior executives from Outstanding Rising Film Company.

Of course, those afterwards were just to make up the numbers.

After all, if Jiang Heng alone were the judge, the occasion would seem somewhat lacking.

"Do an action and expression you think is the most charming!" a senior executive said as required.

Dilireba, standing in the center of the venue, hesitated a few seconds, then performed as required.

In Jiang Heng's view, though not as good as Gao Wen from Crystal Lover, she already had some foundation.

Although many judges were present this time, they did not engage in scoring.

Who stays and who goes rests entirely in Jiang Heng's single thought.

After all the auditions were over, Jiang Heng directly said, "Notify the one called Dilireba to come tomorrow and sign the contract first!"

"All right, Director Jiang. Besides, I think among these people, a few have genuinely good qualifications—should we recruit them to train?" General Manager Du Huan asked.

Jiang Heng waved his hand, "You handle the arrangements; I just want to pick an actor!"

Du Huan heard this and chuckled, "I mainly feel that our grand mobilization for such a massive open call, ending up with just one actor, would be a terrible waste of resources! Even if some can't become big stars, working as minor actors could still bring profit to the company!"

The other senior executives also echoed in agreement.

(End of chapter)