Big names in the production crew

Although they had been studying hard during this time, it was their first time after all. Fortunately, the crew members were very easy to talk to.

The director even addressed them as Teacher Ye one after another, making sure not to put too much emotional pressure on them.

"Lingxue, Lingxi, the weather is cold. Have some hot coffee to warm up. Don't put too much pressure on yourselves; if one take doesn't pass, we'll just do another."

As the Manager of the sisters, Liu Ruyan walked up to them carrying two cups of steaming coffee.

She spoke with a smile, not forgetting to comfort them and tell them they didn't need to put too much pressure on themselves.

As a gold-medal Manager, she could naturally tell that the two sisters were complete novices. If she hadn't known their backgrounds were extraordinary, she never would have agreed to be their Manager.

The director, who happened to be walking over, heard Liu Ruyan's words and echoed with a smile, "Yes, yes, Sister Liu is right. There's no need to pressure yourselves. If one take doesn't work, we'll just film a few more."

Hearing this, Ye Lingxue reached out to take the coffee from Liu Ruyan. After taking a sip, she nodded and said, "Mm-hmm, we will work hard to portray our characters well."

On the other side, Yang Mi watched the director fussing over the sisters and couldn't help but curl her lip. As a popular female star, she had assumed that by taking a role with Heavenly Palace Media, she would be considered the big shot on set.

Why did they get treatment that even she didn't have?

This couldn't help but make her curious. Could it be that their identities within Heavenly Palace Media were unusual?

Thinking of this, she couldn't help but turn to her Manager and ask casually, "Do you know who they are?"

"Uh~ I actually did look into it with the crew, but they only know that Heavenly Palace Media values the two sisters very much. They said they are people President Li specifically mentioned to take special care of."

Hearing this, everything clicked for Yang Mi. Since President Li had specifically mentioned taking special care of them, he must be interested in them. Otherwise, why would two newcomers be given such vital roles as the female leads?

When she first received the invitation, she thought Heavenly Palace Media wanted her to play the female lead. Who would have thought it would just be an early-stage female villain?

Her first thought was to refuse, but considering the other party was Heavenly Palace Media, she had to give them face.

Just as her thoughts were drifting, a voice came from behind her, "I really don't know what the higher-ups at Heavenly Palace Media are thinking, letting two newcomers play the female leads. Looking at them, they're just novices, though they are quite pretty."

A woman in a purple dress looked toward Ye Lingxue, her face full of jealousy.

The woman was Pan Xiaoting, a trending star who had debuted only six months ago. Simply put, she had popularity but no acting skills.

She was only playing a supporting female role in this drama—a villainous supporting role who would be written off in less than three episodes.

Hearing this, Yang Mi only gave a faint smile and ignored her.

However, seeing that she was ignored, Pan Xiaoting felt a bit embarrassed. After all, she was a somewhat famous star. Even if you are a senior, there's no need to act so high and mighty.

"Sister Yang, I think you're the most suitable person to play the female lead in this drama. After all, your acting skills and fame are top-tier. When I was in school, I often watched your dramas to learn from you."

Seeing the other woman approach and speak so recklessly, Yang Mi felt a sense of pity for her.

Indeed, things going too smoothly for a person isn't always good; the woman probably didn't even realize what she was saying.

After thinking for a moment, she realized that if she didn't speak, the woman would probably keep going endlessly. Helplessly, she replied expressionlessly, "I actually think they are very suitable for these roles. What's wrong with being a newcomer? Everyone starts as one."

"Sister Yang, that's not what I meant. I don't look down on them, it's just that the production cost of this drama is so high, and they're just newcomers..."

"High cost? Did Heavenly Palace Media ask you for money? Or did they not pay your salary?"

These words immediately left Pan Xiaoting speechless. But that wasn't what she meant; she just wanted to complain a bit and take the opportunity to gain some favor with Yang Mi.

Being rebuffed by Yang Mi like that, Pan Xiaoting's expression turned ugly. She didn't say anything more and turned to leave.

The further she walked, the angrier she got. Since her debut, which production set hadn't treated her like a star surrounded by moons? Even if the previous directors weren't very famous.

But without exception, they all greeted her with smiles. Yet here, everyone acted as if she didn't exist, and the treatment was worlds apart.

"Hmph, those two sluts must have sold their bodies to the Heavenly Palace Media brass to land those roles.

If they can do it, why can't I? And that Yang Mi, what is she pretending for?"

"Xiaoting, who upset you? I must remind you, this isn't like those previous sets. This is a production under Heavenly Palace Media. You can't throw a tantrum here. Just finish filming steadily. When this drama is released, with Heavenly Palace Media's reputation, it's bound to be a hit.

By then, your popularity will surely reach a new level, and your future acting fees will naturally rise. Don't be foolish and throw a tantrum here."

Pan Xiaoting's Manager, seeing her sour face, couldn't help but remind her.

This was already the third reminder since arriving on set. As a Manager, she naturally understood what kind of entity Heavenly Palace Media was.

Otherwise, the company wouldn't have had her play a supporting role, especially a vicious one that wouldn't survive three episodes.

To put it bluntly, she was just here to pad her resume.

Hearing this, Pan Xiaoting said impatiently, "Alright, alright, you've said it many times. By the way, do you know who those two women are?"

After saying that, she glanced at Ye Lingxue and her sister. The Manager followed her gaze, frowning and thinking: Sister, can I call you 'sister'? You're not going to pick a fight with them, are you?

According to the information she had received, these two were even more formidable than those who brought their own funding to the production.

"I don't know who they are, but I heard from the crew that President Li of Heavenly Palace Media seems to value them quite a bit.

I'll remind you one more time, you..."

Before she could finish, Pan Xiaoting suddenly raised her hand to interrupt, "Stop, stop, stop, you're so annoying. Why do you keep saying the same thing over and over?"

Just then, the director suddenly called out, "All departments, get ready! We're about to film the scene where the vicious female supporting character and the Sect Master conspire to frame the female lead, and finally, the male lead comes to save the day."

Hearing this, the two sisters stood up. Seeing this, Liu Ruyan quickly took off the coats they were wearing.

At the same time, she didn't forget to cheer them on, "Lingxue, Lingxi, good luck! You can do it!"

The two sisters looked at each other and smiled, took a deep breath, and walked toward the nearby palace.