Chapter 591: Meng Xue Can’t Take a Single Blow (2)

Translator: _Min

Not caring for appearance or wealth, then what was he after?

Yu Xiheng’s eyebrows lifted slightly, his voice cool yet warm, “You mentioned attending the offline anniversary event earlier. Perhaps he’ll be there too.”

“That’s true,” Si Fuqing pondered, flexing her wrist, “When I see him, I’ll definitely challenge him to a duel in person. He’s gone too far. Why such double standards for men and women? His attitude changed the moment he knew I was a woman.”

In truth, after killing the sneak attacker in the game ten times yesterday, her anger had already dissipated.

But she resolved to keep her distance from this sneak attacker in the future.

After all, his mind seemed a bit off, and she couldn’t stoop to his level.

Concluding her thoughts, Si Fuqing deduced, “He definitely has issues. Look, he plays as a bard, a character model loved bv female players for its handsome appearance and aloof demeanor. I suspect he’s an older man trying to flirt in the game, deserving of condemnation.”

Unfortunately, he targeted the wrongperson.

In the game offlirtation, she was the superior one.

“Oh?” Yu Xiheng smiled upon hearing this, “Do you also like it?”

“Of course, I like the bard. I’m all about looks,” Si Fuqing admitted, finishing her chicken leg, “But not the sneak attacker. No way, after he sneak attacked me. Let’s not talk about him anymore.”

Yu Xiheng casually pinched her cheek, offering her the rest of the fried chicken, “Here, eat this.”

Their meal concluded swiftly.

Yu Xiheng then took his leave.

Si Fuqing stared at the chicken bones in her lunchbox, deep in thought.

She had cured her boss’s leg, and he had served as her transportation when she was drunk, which seemed fair.

After all, previously no one could approach her when she was drunk without her master having to knock her out, causing her to wake up with a headache. But with Yu Xiheng around, she felt she could indulge in drinking again.

Yet, why did he also take care of the menial tasks for her?

Using those hands to peel chicken bones seemed almost sacrilegious.

Si Fuqing decided to consult Feng San and Xi Jiang further.

Yu Xiheng had left them behind before departing.

“Miss Si, your hands are crucial,” Xi Jiang said as if it were obvious, “You’re a star and a bodyguard; both roles require the use of your hands. Isn’t it normal for Brother Nine to take care of the little things for you?”

Feng San felt something was amiss but couldn’t pinpoint what, only managing to agree.

Si Fuqing had her epiphany.

She patted Xi Jiang on the shoulder, acknowledging his insight, but reminded him that the salary he lost to her wouldn’t be deducted.

Xi Jiang:

He could only weep inwardly, seeking advice from Chen Ying on delivering takeouts and courier packages fast, lest he be left to the mercy of the cold winds.

Ten days later, with the filming in the Demon’s Lair completed, it was time for Sui Yan to return to the Mortal Realm.

This meant a new batch of actors, including Meng Xue, was to join the crew.

The crew had grown familiar with Si Fuqing over these days and, knowing the dynamics within the Starry Star Girls, worried about potential conflicts between the two.

And indeed, trouble arose.

In the second scene, Meng Xue had three consecutive NGs (no good takes).

The scene involved her chasing Sui Yan, offering to become his servant, when they encounter Celestial Soldiers, leading to Sui Yan’s entrapment and injury by an arrow.

Three consecutive NGs also meant Si Fuqing was hit by the prop arrow three times, a first for the crew.

The way the actors and actresses looked at Meng Xue changed.

While they lacked the keen insight of MO Yishan to recognize that the seamless takes were often thanks to Si Fuqing, they felt something was amiss. Can Meng Xue really not handle this? How could she NG?

Tang Haiqiu’s expression grew increasingly grim.

Meng Xue, feeling guilty, repeatedly apologized, “I’m so sorry, I’ve been feeling unwell these past few days. Please, Teacher Si, one more time.”

She saw nothing wrong with her request.

Tang Haiqiu, known for his strictness, considered NGs quite common.

It was said that during the filming of “Sword Immortal,” a single scene took a whole month to perfect.

Though the prop arrows weren’t lethal, they still hurt.

This brought Meng Xue some satisfaction.

Si Fuqing, unperturbed, removed the prop arrow from her chest, “Director

Tang, may I discuss something with you?”

Just a second before, Tang Haiqiu had been frowning, but now he wore a smile, eagerly asking, “What’s up? Tell me.”

Meng Xue watched Si Fuqing approach, her gaze icy.

Could Si Fuqing be dreaming of changing the script?

She thought it served her right to feel the pain.

Minutes later, Si Fuqing returned to her spot, signaling the crew, “Let’s start.”.

This time, Meng Xue had no intention of causing another NG, aware that too many mistakes could irritate the director.

She performed methodically until it was time for Sui Yan to fend off the

Celestial Soldiers and Generals. As she prepared to rush forward with concern, Si Fuqing didn’t simply walk away; instead, she lifted her sword, pointing it directly at Meng Xue’s throat.

Si Fuqing’s gaze was indifferent, devoid of any warmth, as if the person before her was mere dust, unworthy of her attention. “Follow me again, and you die.” With a swift motion, the blade stirred a gust of sword energy.

Before Meng Xue could react, she was sent flying backward, crashing into a tree and then plummeting to the ground.

Wracked with pain and unable to rise, her mind fogged, she lifted her head with difficulty, staring in disbelief at Si Fuqing, who was walking away.

“Cut,” Tang Haiqiu called out. “Excellent, that’s a wrap.”

Applause broke out among the actors.

“Teacher Si is truly impressive.”

“Indeed, the first three takes couldn’t bring us into the scene, but this one did it instantly.”

“Finally, we can rest. Never seen anyone need so many takes with Teacher Si before.”

The crew went off to rest, and Tang Haiqiu, beaming, beckoned Si Fuqing over. “Qingqing, you really are a natural talent. You understand the character even better than its creators. We should discuss more often; this change was brilliant.”

After all, the drama was titled “Crossing the Demon Realm.”

The protagonist Sui Yan, emerging from the Demon’s Lair, had become a half-demon herself.

Seven hundred years of battling in the Demon’s Lair had hardened her heart.

A mere mortal, eventually commanding both Celestial and Demonic realms, could be kind but never soft-hearted.

“That’s too kind of you,” Si Fuqing nodded. “Director, I think we can adjust the role of Su He. What do you think of this change?

Tang Haiqiu agreed enthusiastically. “Great, I’ll go revise the script right away.

No need to keep much of her part.”

He wasn’t too pleased with Meng Xue either.

But that moment of shock she portrayed was genuinely impressive.

Si Fuqing waved and went off to rest.

“Your quick response was impressive too,” Tang Haiqiu praised the props team. “Was that flying arc carefully designed? Amazing how you calculated it so quickly.”

At his words, the props team and the chief looked at him with terrified eyes.

Even the usually composed Tang Haiqiu felt a jolt of alarm.

“Director Tang, we didn’t even get to use the pressure,” the props team lead

said nes1tant1Y. “1 was aDout to ask It you mtroaucea some new Kina or prop.” Tang Haiqiu fell silent, turning statue-like.

Meanwhile, Meng Xue struggled to stand, eventually helped up by two people.

Regaining her senses, she was both shocked and furious. “This isn’t in the script!”

Si Fuqing dared to alter the script on a whim?!

“Of course, it’s not written in the script. You couldn’t perform what was written, could you?” the assistant director said without any emotions in his voice. “Teacher Si just spoke with Director Tang about changing the script, saying you lacked acting skills and needed to be caught off guard. See, you performed quite well, didn’t you?”

“And your little schemes, don’t think they’re well hidden. Director Tang is strict, but with Teacher Si here, filming has been smooth.. So why did it suddenly go awry with so many NGs on your part?”