132: Want to get ahead by trickery? Don't be so smart! Because you have bad character.

…Because the audition for the female lead of the movie “Eternal Life” was scheduled for this afternoon, Lu Xingye, after dealing with the satellite matters, went directly to the Beehive office building.

He sat in a rattan chair in his office.

Listening to music, he looked out at the busy employees through the one-way glass.

It was like having a God’s-eye view.

It reminded Lu Xingye of his former self.

If he hadn't obtained the Golden Finger, he would probably be like them now, enjoying the blessings of 996.

Fate is truly interesting!

Lu Xingye sighed, feeling a unique flavor in it.

“Boss.”

“The celebrities have all arrived.”

“We can go for the audition now.” Jarvis walked up to Lu Xingye and spoke calmly.

“Oh, oh, oh.”

“Let’s go then.”

Lu Xingye snapped back to reality and followed Jarvis to the audition room.

This was a photography studio, filled with many props. However, since it was primarily a storage space for props, it wasn't initially designed for auditions.

Therefore, there was nowhere to sit.

Yet, these A-list celebrities didn't complain, each dressed provocatively, standing in place, waiting for the interviewer to arrive. Except for a few A-list stars who had scheduling conflicts, almost all the others were present.

The reason they were willing to humble themselves and audition for Suihuo Film and Television.

On one hand, Suihuo Technology’s influence was significant enough; on the other, money moved hearts.

Suihuo Film and Television was paying double the market rate for their remuneration.

Besides Suihuo Film and Television, no other company was willing to spend that much money.

Da Mimi, Ying Bao, Reba, Zhang Zijie… Gulinazha… they were dressed sexily and provocatively, lined up in the hall, much like an ancient beauty pageant.

Lu Xingye pushed open the door and entered, his gaze lingering on the A-list celebrities for a moment before he withdrew it.

His heart rate involuntarily quickened.

These celebrities were really, really beautiful.

He finally understood why ancient emperors liked to take concubines; besides the natural instinct to procreate, it was probably more about being so content that one forgets to return home.

Just imagine:

When eating grapes, a beauty peels them for you.

When sleeping, a beauty massages your back.

When eating, a beauty feeds you… How utterly delightful that would be!

However.

Soon, Lu Xingye regained control of his emotions. It was his first time meeting these A-list celebrities; he couldn't make a fool of himself.

He walked past the crowd of celebrities.

And stood in front of them.

Jarvis, understanding the situation, promptly brought a stool and placed it behind Lu Xingye.

Lu Xingye sat down, looked at the celebrities in front of him, and spoke calmly:

“Let’s get straight to the point.”

“You need remuneration for filming… you need to make money, and I need an excellent female lead.”

“I hope you can meet the requirements and also earn sufficient remuneration from me.”

“Next…”

“Next… we will proceed with the audition.”

“I’ve extracted a small segment from the movie ‘Eternal Life.’ Whoever can perform this scene well will be the female lead of this movie.”

After he finished speaking.

Lu Xingye winked at Jarvis.

Jarvis understood, nodding slightly.

He then handed the prepared script segment to the A-list celebrities.

The scene Lu Xingye selected was very simple, but performing it well was not easy.

The plot was as follows:

Zhao Yinyun, the female lead in the movie “Eternal Life,” witnesses her own father’s death in a hospital room and then undergoes corresponding emotional changes.

The female lead can express her emotions in one sentence.

But only one sentence at most.

The rest must rely on her acting skills. Whoever can portray this emotional transformation will be the female lead of this movie.

“I believe everyone has received the script.”

“You now have about ten minutes to prepare. If you’re ready, you can come to me for the audition at any time.”

As soon as Lu Xingye finished speaking, a slight stir rippled through some of the actresses present. Although they were all big names and had acted in many films, their previous roles often relied more on their looks.

Celebrity effect.

As long as you’re good-looking, you’ll have popularity, and popularity brings money.

Among these celebrities, there were very few true acting talents… Among the A-list stars, there was one named Xiao Hong.

Xiao Hong was an average actress, a typical celebrity who relied on her looks to make a living.

The reason she became an A-list star, besides her looks, was her low moral bottom line.

She was willing to do anything to climb the ladder.

For example, to play the female lead, she could please the director… The remuneration for “Eternal Life” was double the market rate, so Xiao Hong couldn't let go of this opportunity.

She wasn't confident she could win against so many other celebrities.

Therefore, she decided to take a risky approach.

“Reporting, Chairman Lu.”

“I’m ready for the audition.”

Xiao Hong swayed her waist, highlighting her S-shaped curves. Her right foot, adorned with red crystal high heels, took a slight step forward, revealing her fair, long leg through the slit in her dress.

As she spoke, she didn't forget to cast a flirtatious glance at Lu Xingye.

This was Xiao Hong’s usual tactic.

Many of her leading roles came about this way… “Alright.”

“You can start now then.” Lu Xingye frowned, looking at Xiao Hong.

“Chairman Lu.”

“It might be a bit inconvenient here, don’t you think? Could we perhaps move to a more private place? Just the two of us to act…” Xiao Hong kept batting her eyelashes at Lu Xingye, her voice becoming increasingly soft and sweet, with a hint of coquetry.

Meanwhile.

Da Mimi and Ying Bao, standing nearby, heard Xiao Hong’s words and immediately felt a sense of disdain for her.

Celebrities should rely on their acting skills; what kind of trickery is she using?

Although they disapproved of Xiao Hong’s behavior.

They were also watching how the situation would unfold.

If Lu Xingye was the type of person who was swayed by beauty, they might give up on taking this movie.

After all… they were true national diva-level celebrities.

While the double remuneration was very tempting, it wasn't absolutely essential for them to take the role. After all, no one wanted their benefactor to be a pervert.

“I’m sorry!”

“You’re eliminated.” Lu Xingye said coldly.

“Why????”

“Why????”

“Chairman Lu, I haven’t even started the audition yet?”

“If you don’t want to audition in a private place, then we can do it here.”

Xiao Hong hadn't expected her usual tactic to fail.

She immediately became anxious.

She hadn’t received any new movie offers recently; her schedule was completely empty.

Therefore.

Securing the female lead role in “Eternal Life” was extremely important.

If not, the second female lead would also be acceptable.

Now, she was out before she even began. Xiao Hong couldn't bear it.

“Why?” Lu Xingye retorted, a faint smile appearing on his lips.

“Because your character is not good.”