125: Chapter 125 A Little Punch to Your Chest

Unlike the Liu Tianxian of that other timeline, Huang Yimei's interview this time wasn't for undergraduate admission, but for the graduate school re-examination of the Acting Academy.

In the original drama, she had been admitted to Fudan University in the Magic Capital for her graduate studies. Her academic scores were truly unique in the entertainment industry, making admission to the graduate program at the Imperial Capital Film University a piece of cake. With her excellent academic record and the popularity of 'the smiling, proud wanderer' TV series, this re-examination was essentially just a formality for her.

Her supervisor had already been decided—the famous performing arts educator and artist, Mr. Qi Long.

He was Xu Da Meinu's former mentor, and she was the one who acted as the bridge to help Huang Yimei become Qi Long's student.

Zhao Yang was still Driving the 'four rings,' with Huang Yimei sitting in the passenger seat.

The weather in the Imperial Capital hadn't fully warmed up yet. Huang Yimei wore a purple leather jacket on top and jeans on the bottom, paired with small leather boots. With light makeup and a high ponytail, she looked both beautiful and spirited.

With her graduate studies all but certain, she was in a very relaxed mood. She talked about interesting stories from the film set all the way, her chatter never ceasing.

Suddenly, she lowered her voice. 'Brother Yang, let me tell you something.'

Zhao Yang was taken aback. 'It's just the two of us in the car; no need to be so secretive. I know you like me, so it doesn't matter whether you confess or not.'

Huang Yimei's face turned red, and she gave Zhao Yang a playful little punch. 'Oh, it's not about you and me! I'm talking about my brother.'

Zhao Yang reflected on the force of that punch and clicked his tongue inwardly—this girl, besides her brother, probably no one could withstand her little fists punching their chest.

He smiled. 'Has your brother returned recently?'

'No, he hasn't even called much!' Huang Yimei pursed her lips. 'I think he's in a relationship!'

Zhao Yang nodded in realization. 'Well, isn't that good? It's about time your brother started dating. Who is it? Is it Guan Zhizhi?'

'If it were Guan Zhizhi, it wouldn't be strange.' Huang Yimei had a gossipy expression on her face. 'I asked Sister Zhizhi, and they aren't dating. But as for who he is dating, she was hesitant and wouldn't tell me. Don't you have acquaintances in Jinghai? Ask around for me; I'm quite curious about who this sister-in-law is.'

'Alright, I'll look into it for you. Your brother is the Director of the Design Institute of the Construction Group; it shouldn't be hard to find out who his girlfriend is.'

As they were chatting, the car arrived at the Imperial Capital Film University. In addition to the graduate re-examinations, there were also undergraduate entrance interviews today. There were many people at the gate, with many parents bringing their children, looking on expectantly as they walked through the gates for a different future.

As soon as Zhao Yang and Huang Yimei, the handsome man and beautiful woman, made their appearance, they attracted a great deal of attention.

'Look over there—the competition is so fierce this year; handsome men and beautiful women are appearing in pairs!'

'That beauty looks so familiar...'

'Ah! Yue Lingshan!'

'Ding Baiying!'

Zhao Yang nudged Huang Yimei's elbow. 'You've been recognized.'

Huang Yimei shrugged. 'I can't help it; I was mentally prepared. But... it seems like more people are looking at you, especially the women.'

'Is that so?' Zhao Yang looked around and indeed received many gazes from the opposite sex. Besides the female students coming for interviews, there were also mothers accompanying them. He smiled slightly. 'I'm handsome; I can't help it, I have to admit that.'

Huang Yimei covered her mouth and laughed. 'Humility is truly a virtue of the great Lord Zhao Yang.'

The two of them walked through the gate, chatting and laughing softly.

Although many people recognized Huang Yimei, no one dared to step forward and talk to her.

It wasn't because of Meimei, who followed beside them with a powerful aura, but rather because of the two sturdy bodyguards. Each of them carried a long, strip-shaped object over a meter in length on their shoulders, which looked quite thick. Their gazes were fierce, as if they wanted to strike anyone they looked at with the items in their hands.

The security guard at the gate made a symbolic attempt to stop them, but Meimei said a few words, and they were let through.

Along the way, Zhao Yang saw several faces that were familiar to him from the other timeline. He called Meimei over and whispered a few words to her, telling her to keep an eye on a few potential actors.

The graduate re-examination was different from the undergraduate entrance interview; it wasn't held in a classroom but in an auditorium. Huang Yimei was the first to enter, and as soon as she walked in, Mr. Qi Long was the first to start clapping.

'Welcome, our heroine! Should I call you Yue Lingshan or Ding Baiying?'

With that one sentence, the atmosphere immediately lightened. The other teachers chimed in with jokes—

'Ding Baiying, of course! Yue Lingshan's martial arts are too poor!'

'Let's stick with Yue Lingshan; brotherhood of blades hasn't been released yet!'

'By the way, Heroine Huang, are you going to perform the Qi Family Saber for us today?'

Everyone began talking at once, lacking any of the seriousness typical of a graduate entrance re-examination. Huang Yimei felt a bit embarrassed and gave a bow with a flushed face. 'Thank you all for your kindness, teachers.'

Qi Long laughed heartily. 'Alright, alright, I'll stop teasing you. The next few minutes are yours; let us see what you've got! To be honest, the film and television industry is really lacking female actors like you who have genuine skills and such an excellent appearance.'

Huang Yimei smiled and said, 'Thank you, Mr. Qi. You're making me feel embarrassed. I'm going up now.'

'Go on, go on.' Qi Long waved his hand, then suddenly noticed Zhao Yang, his eyes lighting up. 'Yimei, is this young man beside you also here for an interview today?'

'He...' Huang Yimei covered her mouth and smiled. 'He's not. He has a job and is just here to accompany me.'

'Oh? Then would he be interested in considering Acting?'

Huang Yimei had a mischievous look on her face. 'I'm not sure; you'll have to ask him. I think the possibility is low because his job is quite good.'

Zhao Yang decided not to let Huang Yimei continue her act and proactively took out a business card, smiling. 'Hello, Professor Qi. My name is Zhao Yang, and this is my business card.'

Qi Long was momentarily stunned. He took the business card and, upon looking at it, inwardly exclaimed, 'Good heavens!'

The Third Research Institute of the Ministry of Public Security, Director of the Joint Laboratory of Intelligent Investigation. He quickly reached out and shook hands with Zhao Yang. 'Director Zhao, my apologies. This is my business card.'

'It's fine; I'm used to it.' Zhao Yang took Qi Long's business card and said, 'I'll leave Rose in your care from now on, Mr. Qi. Please give her more guidance in terms of Acting; she is quite intelligent.'

'Of course!' Qi Long showed a bit of pride. 'Those undergraduates outside have academic scores that are simply unbearable to look at. Yimei is different; she can get high scores even on the graduate entrance exam. This is definitely unique in the film and television industry!'

'Zhao Yang?' Suddenly, another teacher showed a look of surprise. 'Could it be that Zhao Yang from Jinghai? The hero of the anti-organized crime campaign, with a national first-class merit!'

Another teacher nearby already had a look of realization. 'It's him! My apologies, Director Zhao! I didn't expect it to be you—I even specifically used your deeds as a script for my students!'

Seeing his background exposed once again, Zhao Yang could only press his hand to his forehead with a wry smile. 'Teachers, the protagonist today isn't me, but student Huang Yimei. Let's watch her talent performance instead.'

Qi Long laughed heartily. 'Right, right, we must keep our priorities straight!'

By this time, Huang Yimei had already taken the stage. After doing a few stretching exercises, the two burly bodyguards carried the strip-shaped objects onto the stage. The items were wrapped in red silk, over a meter long, and it was impossible to tell exactly what they were.

Zhao Yang also looked on, feeling somewhat bewildered.

Is Rose going to perform with double sabers? But both sabers are over a meter long; that's too long, she wouldn't be able to swing them properly...