Chapter 163

Ever since *Sword and Fairy 1* was greenlit, discussions comparing *Sword and Fairy 1* with *Divine Sword and Immortal Fate* have frequently appeared online.

This not only stole the buzz from *Divine Sword and Immortal Fate*.

More importantly...

Is *Sword and Fairy 1* even worthy?

In terms of investment and the star power of the actors, how could *Sword and Fairy* ever compare to his own production?

It cannot be denied that these twins are indeed talented in music.

But in the film and television industry, even if they produced the movie *Ring* as screenwriters and directors, this is Xianxia, and specifically a Xianxia drama, not a novel.

It is not something they can easily master.

Now it’s even more absurd.

There are actually people who think the drama he filmed is inferior to the one by Xu Mingyue?

What kind of international joke is this?

"Fine, let me deflate your arrogance and teach you a lesson," Cheng Cheng Xiaoshu thought to himself.

He was extremely confident in *Divine Sword and Immortal Fate*.

This drama is an IP adaptation, supported by a large group of original book fans.

Not only that.

Beyond the plot of deep, tragic love, there are all sorts of cool, explosive special effects, as well as scenes with subtle homoerotic undertones.

Homoeroticism is the way to go; you all know what I mean.

Immediately after.

In the afternoon.

Penguin raised the promotional tier for *Divine Sword and Immortal Fate*.

With their deep pockets, they threw massive promotional resources at it.

Meanwhile.

The big-name stars of the *Divine Sword and Immortal Fate* cast also mobilized their fans to promote it.

Looking at the *Sword and Fairy* cast, aside from a few supporting actors who did some promotion.

The others made absolutely no move.

Especially Xu Mingyue, who has a massive fan base, also took no action.

For a time.

The momentum and buzz of *Divine Sword and Immortal Fate* actually surpassed *Sword and Fairy 1*.

Seeing this scene.

The Moon-Worshipping Cultists and casual fans worried for Xu Mingyue, and then they took the initiative to start promoting *Sword and Fairy 1*.

For a while, both sides were locked in a fierce battle.

But this left Penguin and the *Divine Sword* production team feeling completely speechless.

What kind of love potion did those twins feed you, hey???

They didn't even say a word to mobilize fans to help promote, yet you all launched a charge for them???

You probably wouldn't even listen to your own mothers this seriously, would you?

This is absolutely outrageous!

The girls had no interest in paying attention to the chaos on the internet.

Busy filming, they entered "tyrant" mode on set.

The quality and speed of filming were pushed to the absolute limit.

And the actors, naturally, didn't dare to have any thoughts of slacking off.

The reputation of this pair of sisters as "tyrants" on set had already spread throughout the entertainment industry.

If you don't want to be scolded by them, you must bring your 1,000% best performance.

After all, being stared at and lectured by two nineteen-year-old girls with smiling (yet passive-aggressive) faces is actually quite embarrassing.

Don't you see.

Even their boss, Yang Mi, was left pale-faced after being scolded by them following several failed takes?

These are two ruthless people who even dare to scold their own boss.

Everyone better just behave themselves.

Of course.

When not filming, this pair of stunning twins is absolutely the most beautiful scenery in the cast.

Just standing there, they make people feel pleased, as if spring has arrived...

Not only do the men look at them frequently.

Even the actresses often steal glances, and some even show a lovestruck expression.

Zhu Zhu Xudan is singled out here.

Especially when one of the twins—I don't know if it's the older or younger sister—puts on the costume for Long Kui.

It is a blue, wide-sleeved fairy dress.

Paired with her snow-white skin, exquisite makeup, beautiful face, and tall figure... it is simply perfect!

It is as if she walked right out of a painting.

Her temperament is also vastly different from the Zhao Zhao Linger they once played.

Zhao Zhao Linger was lively and cute, but as Long Kui, Xu Mingyue becomes cold and aloof.

Every movement is breathtaking!

Long Kui has come to life.

On set, it was once so quiet you could hear a pin drop, as if someone had cast a spell.

This day.

The girls received a call from *Masked Singer 3*.

The program team notified them over the phone that the show would officially begin recording on March 2nd, for a duration of one day.

"I understand."

The girl replied.

She was actually quite interested in *Masked Singer 3*.

Wearing a mask, singing well, and at the same time playing a game of wits with the audience—just thinking about it was very interesting.

She had already decided on her masked persona this time.

She would use the character from the novel *Shrouding the Heavens*: the Ruthless Empress.

That bronze ghost mask, which looks like it is smiling yet crying, is super impactful when worn on the face.

Of course.

Choosing to use this identity is a bit risky.

After all, everyone knows she wrote the novel.

Therefore, she needs to put more effort into song selection, vocal timbre, and singing style to ensure a good disguise.

Time passed, and in the blink of an eye, it was Saturday, February 15th.

Which was the day *Sword and Fairy 1* began airing.

Last night.

Penguin Video's *Divine Sword and Immortal Fate* had already aired; after its premiere, its popularity soared, and it won great word-of-mouth.

Someone in the industry commented: "Now the pressure is on *Sword and Fairy*."

Yes.

The entire internet was watching.

Now the Divine Sword has appeared, just waiting for the Sword and Fairy to be unsheathed.

Two dramas competing in the ring means one must fall; whether the Divine Sword is sharper or the Sword and Fairy is invincible depends on the *Sword and Fairy* premiere tonight.