It looks like acting, but it's actually him playing himself.

After wandering around the area for a long time, the three of them returned to the main hall where they had been filming earlier.

By the time they arrived, it was already a few minutes past three in the afternoon. The crew had been fully prepared for over ten minutes.

Everyone was waiting for Ye Lingxi and the other person to return, but even so, no one dared to complain.

Even Pan Xiaoting arrived early. There was no other choice—after her Manager reported the crew's situation to their company, the company's boss was so scared he almost wet his diaper.

He immediately warned Pan Xiaoting that if she couldn't obtain Ye Lingxi's forgiveness, the company would directly put her on ice. In other words, if she couldn't get forgiveness, she shouldn't expect things to go well for her in the future.

So, no matter how angry she was, she had to return to the crew and even restrained her temper a lot.

When Director Jiang saw Wang Shaojun and the other two enter, he immediately greeted them with a smile, 'Boss and the two Teacher Yes are back. Do you need a few more minutes to rest?'

Before Ye Lingxue and the other could speak, Wang Shaojun said, 'No need. Have the makeup artists take them to get ready. Oh, and because of Xiao Xi and Xiao Xue's personal reasons, the male lead needs to be replaced.'

Upon hearing this, Director Jiang looked stunned. Replacing the male lead at the last minute? This was a major taboo in the industry. But since the boss had spoken, he naturally didn't dare to object. Although he didn't understand the reason Wang Shaojun mentioned, as a professional, he still reminded him, 'Boss, if we replace the male lead now, it'll be hard to find a suitable actor in a short time. I wonder if you have someone in mind?'

Hearing this, Wang Shaojun's lips curled slightly upward. 'I'll play the male lead.'

However, Director Jiang clearly didn't hear him clearly. 'What? Who... who's playing?'

'I'll personally play the male lead. Give me the male lead's script.'

This time, not only did Director Jiang hear clearly, but everyone in the entire hall heard clearly.

Because of this, they all looked at Wang Shaojun in shock.

Who was he? He was the boss of the Heavenly Palace Group, yet he was personally playing the male lead. This was absolutely explosive in the entire entertainment industry.

If this got posted online—'Heavenly Palace Group Boss Plays Male Lead'—it would be hard not to trend.

With that, if this drama didn't blow up, there'd be no justice. Truly a god-like man, not only humble enough to lower himself but also personally driving traffic to his own company's drama.

But they also knew that Wang Shaojun was doing this because of the two sisters, Ye Lingxue and the other.

Thinking of this, everyone, regardless of gender, was filled with envy.

So doting? They just wanted to say, 'Boss, I'm not picky about gender. If you want, I'll bend over to pick up the soap anytime.'

'I never thought our boss was like this—young, wealthy, considerate, and so doting on Teacher Ye. I'm in love, I'm in love.'

'It's hard to imagine what expressions netizens would have if they found out.'

'Hahahaha, it'd definitely be spectacular.'

Director Jiang really wanted to say, 'Boss, are you really up for it? Acting isn't like doing business; it requires acting skills.'

Actually, Wang Shaojun wasn't too confident either. He could only give it a try with an open mind. If it really didn't work out, he'd find another way.

Seeing his expression wasn't joking, Director Jiang had no choice but to nod in agreement. After all, he was the boss; even if he wasted hundreds of millions, he probably wouldn't bat an eye.

Thinking of this, his heart suddenly felt much more at ease. He turned and had someone hand the male lead's script to Wang Shaojun, then took him to get made up.

But the original male lead was dumbfounded. 'Wait, you're playing the male lead? Then what do I do?'

'Play the clown?'

He had wanted to perform well while Wang Shaojun was on set, but now, he didn't even have the chance to perform.

Just as he was thinking this, Butler Wei suddenly came to his side and said politely, 'The Young Lord said your salary won't be reduced by a single cent. However, before this drama wraps up, you still need to come to the set on time. We might need you later.'

Hearing this, the man's sullen mood instantly vanished. He nodded repeatedly, 'Okay, okay. It's my honor to be part of this crew.'

He was thrilled—getting paid without having to act. But others were miserable because they had to act opposite Wang Shaojun, which was incredibly stressful.

It looks like acting, but it's actually playing oneself!

Although this was a fantasy drama, there was no denying that his status and position were high both on and off screen.

On screen, he was the Demon Dao Master of the Upper Realm. Off screen, needless to say, with the title of Heavenly Palace Group boss, who wouldn't call him Brother Jun?

It's no exaggeration to say that whether on or off screen, he could easily crush Small Fries like them.

Not long after, Wang Shaojun and the two sisters, Ye Lingxi and the other, finished their makeup and came out. Everyone looked at Wang Shaojun wearing the Heavenly Sword Sect disciple attire and couldn't help but be impressed.

Especially Director Jiang, whose eyes were about to pop out.

'Holy shit, it's like a god descended to earth. With this aura, if he wore the Demon Dao Master's exclusive attire, wouldn't it be like the Demon Dao Master himself arriving?'

In terms of image and aura, he could rest completely assured. He was even more suited for the role than the previous male lead. Now, it all came down to acting skills.

His requirements weren't high—just passable, not too awkward.

'Oh my god~ The boss looks so handsome in this outfit. Even I, a guy, am about to go gay.'

'Interesting, brother. After filming, can you come to my room? Let's discuss life's philosophies.'

'Everyone's here. All departments, get ready. We start shooting in two minutes.'

Two minutes later!

On screen!

Wang Shaojun reached out and gently touched Ye Lingxi's slapped cheek. His tender tone carried a hint of anger. 'What happened to the injury on your face?'

Ye Lingxi didn't speak, but her eyes glanced toward Pan Xiaoting in front.

Seeing this, Wang Shaojun followed her gaze. His eyes were filled with icy coldness.

Pan Xiaoting only met his gaze for a moment and was instantly scared to the point of trembling. Wang Shaojun's frosty eyes were like an ice spike, piercing straight into her heart, making her feel as if she'd fallen into an ice cave.

'A mere ant-like existence dares to touch my person? Seeking death!'

Wang Shaojun's utterly emotionless tone made Pan Xiaoting feel on the verge of collapse.

'No, no, no... don't kill me. I don't want to die. I was wrong, I was wrong~'

With a thud, she was so scared she knelt directly on the ground. Her expression was exceptionally vivid—desire for survival, fear of death, and anxiety.

This made Director Jiang very satisfied. You could say this scene was the peak of her acting career because it was so realistic, so real it was flawless.

Although Wang Shaojun and her lines were slightly altered—no! Only Wang Shaojun's lines were slightly altered—it didn't affect anything because the meaning was the same. As for Pan Xiaoting's current lines, they were completely instinctual.

But it still didn't affect anything. And the anger on Wang Shaojun's face wasn't acted out because he was genuinely angry.