Chapter 658: Script Issues

"That's good." Chen Yu nodded and said, "Have you been in contact with Miss Yu recently?"

"Si Chen?" Mentioning Yu Sichen, Lu Ruxue's expression dimmed slightly as she said, "Her mother is single-mindedly determined to have her marry into a wealthy family. I haven't seen much of her since I returned to Beijing. The last time I saw her, I felt she was a bit dull and dazed."

"Dull and dazed?" Chen Yu was slightly stunned. Yu Sichen was such a gentle girl, with eyes that always sparkled with Spirit; how could she have become like this?

"Yes, there is no longer any light in her eyes." Lu Ruxue sighed, "She is still being arranged by her mother to go on blind dates and then wander through various socialite banquets, with the intention of revitalizing the Yu Clan."

"Her Life should not be like this. If there is an opportunity, arrange for me to see her," Chen Yu said. He recalled the Half Wooden Carved Little Person hanging around Yu Sichen's neck, which had an evil power sealed inside.

If she were pushed too hard, the evil power inside that Wooden Carving would likely devour her.

"I will try my best to think of a way, but since returning from Fengling, her mother won't let me see her," Lu Ruxue said.

"That's fine." Chen Yu nodded.

While they were talking, they had already arrived at the film and television town in Beijing. This place was a film studio, and most of the country's television shows and dramas were filmed here.

The company Lu Ruxue was currently signed to was Tianchen Entertainment, a well-known entertainment company in the country.

The investment for this new drama was not small. Lu Ruxue was the well-deserved female lead, while the male lead was a very popular young heartthrob.

This young heartthrob's name was Liu Zhe. His pretty-boy face captivated women of all social classes in the country, so this guy was incredibly popular.

Inside, they were discussing the script, so Chen Yu did not go in. He sat in a lounge outside, though he could see the scene inside the studio.

The one with skin whiter than a woman's and a voice incredibly effeminate was Liu Zhe. This guy sat in the studio with three assistants by his side—one fanning him, one holding ice cubes to cool him down, and another holding iced red wine while pretending to be busy, all of them bustling about happily.

One bald man was the director of this drama, and there were also two screenwriters and one producer.

"Sorry, there was a traffic jam on the way, I'm late." Lu Ruxue apologized to everyone and then sat down: "Let's begin."

The atmosphere in the room was a bit stifling, and everyone looked at each other. Finally, the bald director spoke helplessly: "Miss Lu, we have already discussed the script. We are removing a portion of your original scenes and adding them to the second female lead."

"In addition, there are some changes to the scenes in the script. You can look at the script for the specific details."

Lu Ruxue was slightly stunned. She was the female lead; changing the script without her consent was going a bit too far. Anyone else would have slammed the table.

But she had good self-restraint, so she picked up the script and read it without saying much. After finishing it, her expression changed immediately.

"Director, you call this removing a portion of the scenes?" Lu Ruxue suppressed the anger in her heart: "The Contract I signed is for the female lead. I understand you changing the script, but according to this method, my scenes aren't even as good as the third lead's. What is the reason for this?"

"There's no reason. If you want the biggest reason, it's that the investors have put too much money into this drama, and your current popularity is not as good as an A-lister's. Do you understand what I mean?" Liu Zhe, on the side, had the attitude that he was the real lead.

"I do not agree to these changes." Lu Ruxue slammed the script in her hand onto the table.

"Do I need your agreement?" Liu Zhe laughed: "We are just here to notify you, not to seek your opinion. Lu Ruxue, don't you think you're outdated?"

"Your acting has remained unchanged for years, and this face is getting older and older. I suggest you go get plastic surgery. If you don't have the money, I can sponsor you a bit. After all, the audience's aesthetic is different now than it used to be."

"Liu Zhe, what are you saying?" Lu Ruxue was angry: "If you want to get surgery, go do it yourself. I will never put a knife to my own face."

"So you deserve to be eliminated." Liu Zhe sneered: "I don't know what the investors were thinking, finding someone like you, who isn't even as good as a third-rate, to play the female lead. Your popularity isn't even as high as the second female lead's. Acting opposite you is simply lowering my status."

"Director, I do not agree to changing the script like this. I have read the script repeatedly and felt that I could handle this role. If it is changed like this, the style of the entire drama will change completely, so I do not agree." Lu Ruxue turned to look at the director.

"This..." The bald director was in a difficult position. Truth be told, he did not want to offend Liu Zhe; after all, the man was currently a popular A-list pretty boy.

"If you don't change it, then leave. It will count as you breaching the contract. In short, I have the final say on the script," Liu Zhe said disdainfully: "For someone who is washed up, it's good enough to have a show to film and a meal to eat. What else do you want? Make her pay damages according to the Contract."

"I can leave, and it's no problem for you to recast the role. However, when I signed the Contract, there was an agreement that script changes cannot exceed twenty percent, otherwise I have the right to terminate the Contract. Sorry, I won't pay a single cent. You can find whoever you want to act; I'm not doing it anymore." Lu Ruxue slammed the script in her hand and turned to leave.

"Lu Ruxue, stop right there." Liu Zhe was furious. He raged: "What are you? What qualifications do you have to lose your temper in front of me? Do you think you're still the same as five or six years ago? My fans could drown you with a single spit each."

"Liu Zhe, watch your mouth." Lu Ruxue stopped in her tracks: "Your acting, which relies entirely on shouting and glaring, is something no one in the industry dares to compliment. Even if my popularity isn't what it was a few years ago, I am not as pathetic as you say. If it weren't for the company's requirements, I would never act opposite someone with such trashy acting skills as you."

"Lu Ruxue, try saying that again. Do you believe I can blacklist you right now?" Liu Zhe pointed at Lu Ruxue and clamored: "And don't think that just because you're a woman, I wouldn't dare hit you."

Liu Zhe looked like he was about to make a move in a fit of rage. Lu Ruxue was not afraid, and she said sternly: "Liu Zhe, you need to be aware that you are a public figure. Try making a move."

"I'll be damned if I don't show you today." Liu Zhe was furious and raised his hand to hit her.

Suddenly, his hand tightened as it was grabbed by someone. Chen Yu's voice came from the side: "A man should have the demeanor of a gentleman. Raising a hand against a lady is a very impolite behavior."

"Who are you?" Liu Zhe turned his head and shouted angrily.

"Chen Yu," Chen Yu said indifferently.

"I don't know you. You'd better let go, or I'll kill you," Liu Zhe shouted arrogantly.

"Go ahead and try." Chen Yu grinned, his hand tightening slightly.

"Ah..." Liu Zhe's scream changed pitch, and he roared: "Where are the people? Where the hell did you all die?"

Seven or eight bodyguards swarmed in from the doorway. No matter where this guy went, he had three assistants and eight bodyguards, surrounded by people; those who didn't know better would have thought the President had arrived.