36: Live broadcast, tongue, war group "media"

The next day, at 2 PM, an unusual tension permeated the air inside a specially arranged live broadcast room at Hua Guang Film and Television.

Under the soft lighting, the massive poster for “the chronicles of the great ming dynasty” on the background board was particularly striking. The host, an experienced industry veteran, was all smiles as he exchanged pleasantries with several crew representatives, attempting to ease the atmosphere.

Lin Da sat in the center of the guest seating, dressed in a tasteful casual outfit, with his signature gentle smile, seemingly oblivious to the “Hongmen Banquet” that was about to unfold. To his left sat Xiao Min, Producer Qin Ya’s assistant, whose palms were sweating from nervousness. To his right, Sun Hao and another young actress playing a minor role in the drama were “coincidentally” arranged.

Sun Hao’s expression was somewhat stiff, and his eyes darted around, clearly uncomfortable with being on the same stage as Lin Da. The actress, on the other hand, was full of excitement and anticipation, constantly stealing glances at Lin Da, her eyes filled with curiosity.

The live broadcast began promptly.

The host, with his eloquent words, briefly introduced the creative background of “the chronicles of the great ming dynasty” and some interesting anecdotes from the crew’s filming, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.

According to the schedule, a carefully edited preview was first played. Although Wei Zhongxian, played by Lin Da, only appeared in a few shots, his profound gaze and powerful Qi Chang still caused a small-scale barrage of comments in the live broadcast room.

“Teacher Lin is indeed worthy of his reputation!”

“That gaze, it’s full of character!”

Immediately after, it entered the Q&A session with netizens and media.

The initial questions were all quite conventional, mostly routine inquiries about the plot and characters. Lin Da answered flawlessly, demonstrating his deep understanding of the role while remaining witty and humorous, earning frequent nods from the host and other guests.

Sun Hao also answered a few innocuous questions, but his performance, compared to Lin Da’s composure, seemed somewhat lackluster.

Just as the atmosphere was peaceful, a “netizen” with a slightly dim avatar suddenly threw out an extremely sharp question in the barrage:

“Teacher Lin Da, recently there have been many rumors online about your ‘deep background’ and ‘getting ahead through connections,’ and there are even revelations that you offended many people in previous film crews due to ‘acting like a diva.’ Do you have anything to say in response to this?”

As soon as this question was asked, the atmosphere in the live broadcast room instantly froze.

Xiao Min’s face turned pale with nervousness, and she instinctively looked at Lin Da.

A barely noticeable cold sneer appeared on Sun Hao’s lips. He knew that the good show had finally begun.

The host was also caught off guard and quickly tried to smooth things over: “This netizen, our live broadcast today is mainly about the drama ‘the chronicles of the great ming dynasty’… ”

“It’s fine.”

Lin Da smiled and interrupted the host, his gaze calmly looking at the camera, as if he could penetrate the screen and see the questioner hiding behind the keyboard.

“System, On-the-Spot Strategist activated,” he murmured in his mind.

“First of all, I am very grateful for this netizen’s ‘concern’ for me,” Lin Da’s voice was gentle, yet carried an undeniable strength, “Regarding the so-called ‘deep background’ and ‘getting ahead through connections,’ I want to say that for me to get the role of Wei Zhongxian, what I should be most grateful for is Director Zheng Guofeng and Producer Qin Ya’s trust in me, as well as the excellent platform of Hua Guang Film and Television.”

“What they value is my understanding of this role, my professional quality as an actor, and nothing else.”

“As for ‘acting like a diva’ and ‘offending people’… ” Lin Da chuckled softly, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes, “Although I haven’t been in the entertainment industry for long, I understand one principle: an actor’s foundation is their work and their professional ethics.”

“I always believe that the clear will be clear, and the muddy will be muddy. Time will prove everything.”

“If anyone truly feels that I ‘act like a diva’ or ‘have bad conduct,’ please provide real evidence. I, Lin Da, am ready to accept anyone’s scrutiny at any time.”

His words were impactful, neither humble nor arrogant. He did not vehemently refute, nor did he deliberately play the victim, but faced the doubts with an open and frank attitude.

The Eye of Truth allowed him to clearly see the malicious guidance behind this question, while On-the-Spot Strategist provided him with the most appropriate way to respond. Coupled with the blessing of Qi Chang Control - Focus, he appeared confident and sincere at this moment, making him convincing.

After a brief silence, the barrage of comments in the live broadcast room instantly exploded:

“Teacher Lin spoke so well! Support Teacher Lin!”

“The clear will be clear! I believe in Teacher Lin’s character!”

“Those who spread rumors, if you have the guts, bring out the evidence!”

“Teacher Lin is amazing! This demeanor, this cultivation, I love it, I love it!”

The avatar of the “netizen” who asked the question never appeared again after Lin Da’s response.

Immediately after, a reporter with an authentication badge from a certain entertainment media also raised a tricky question: “Teacher Lin Da, we noticed that your two roles in ‘”Jianghu Xiaoxiami”’ were outstanding, but the screentime was very little. This time in ‘the chronicles of the great ming dynasty,’ you directly played a crucial role like Wei Zhongxian, and the span in between is not small. Some industry insiders question whether your current qualifications and experience are sufficient to handle such a complex role? Are you worried that due to lack of experience, you will delay the progress of the entire crew?”

This question, seemingly questioning Lin Da’s professional ability, was actually implying that he was undeserving of his position.

Lin Da smiled slightly, a confident glint flashing in his eyes: “First of all, I am very grateful for this media friend’s attention and… encouragement.”

“Qualifications and experience are indeed important. But I think, for an actor, what is more important is the understanding and love for the role, and the effort put into it.”

“The role of Wei Zhongxian is indeed a huge challenge for me. But precisely because of this, I cherish this opportunity even more, and I have put in two hundred percent of my energy and effort to ponder him, to understand him, and to strive to become him.”

“As for whether I will delay the progress of the crew… ” Lin Da’s gaze swept over Sun Hao beside him, his tone calm but with an undeniable sharpness, “I think Director Zheng Guofeng and all the colleagues in the crew have more say on this matter than I do. What I can do is to act well in every scene of mine and not let down everyone’s trust.”

“Moreover, I believe that heroes are not judged by their origins. As long as you act with your heart, even small roles can shine with brilliance no less than the main characters. Similarly, as long as you have the strength, new actors can also handle complex roles.”

His words were impactful, full of confidence and power. He not only cleverly responded to the doubts but also subtly turned the tables on those who questioned him.

The barrage of comments in the live broadcast room was once again flooded with praises like “Teacher Lin is so domineering!”, “He spoke so well!”, and “Directly hit back!”

The reporter who asked the question also awkwardly shut his mouth.

During the rest of the live broadcast, although some trolls tried to set the pace and ask some malicious questions, Lin Da resolved them one by one with his composure and wisdom far beyond his age.

At times, he cited classics, demonstrating his profound cultural background; at other times, he was witty and humorous, resolving awkwardness with self-deprecating humor; and at times, he was righteous and stern, adhering to his principles and bottom line.

Throughout the entire live broadcast, Lin Da not only did not make any blunders but also gained countless fans with his excellent eloquence, extraordinary emotional intelligence, and genuine love for acting.

By the end of the live broadcast, topics such as #LinDaHighEQ#, #FeelSorryForLinDa#, and #WeiZhongxianCastingIsAmazing# had quietly climbed onto the hot search lists of major social platforms.

A “Hongmen Banquet” originally aimed at him was forcibly turned into a showcase of his personal charm!

Sun Hao and Zhang Yang (although he wasn't present, he must have been following the live broadcast), their feelings at this moment were probably beyond words.

And Lin Da, after the live broadcast, received a congratulatory text message from Qin Ya, as well as… the pleasant system prompt:

“Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully dealing with the online public opinion crisis and receiving a large number of positive evaluations for his excellent performance! The second stage mission of [The Golden Supporting Actor’s Path]: ‘Gaining Fame in the Capital,’ the goal of ‘Role Reputation Score reaching above 8.0 (professional film review website standard),’ has gained an important public opinion foundation!”

“Ding! Host’s prestige value has greatly increased. Current prestige value: 2500 points.”

“Ding! Due to the host’s display of excellent adaptability and personal charm at a critical moment, special reward: [Golden Supporting Actor Exclusive Skill - Language of Truth (Beginner)] has been activated!”

“[Language of Truth (Beginner)]: When the host speaks publicly or delivers lines, their language will be more infectious and persuasive, making it easier to guide the audience’s emotions and gain recognition. As proficiency increases, the effect will be significantly enhanced.”

A new exclusive skill!

Lin Da’s eyes sparkled with excitement.

It seems that this live broadcast not only allowed him to successfully break the situation but also turned a misfortune into a blessing, gaining unexpected rewards!

This play in the capital is getting more and more exciting!