62: The director got me all excited and I went abroad to film a movie.

Lin Pei didn't think much of it at first.

But why was Director Lin's voice getting softer and softer?

Was that place really that terrifying?

After a pause, Lin Texian's voice rang out again.

It sounded much more enthusiastic.

"No matter what movie we're filming, there's always some level of risk."

"As filmmakers, we strive to make the film as perfect as possible."

"So, for the sake of authenticity, even if there might be a small risk, we still choose to shoot on location."

"And I believe that actors like you, deep down, have the spirit of dedication to art."

"You can better understand the Film Crew's choice."

Lin Pei nodded repeatedly in agreement.

The slight unease he felt earlier instantly eased up.

Rumors said Lin Texian was a master of persuasion, and hearing him in person proved it true.

Even though he knew Lin Texian was trying to convince him, Lin Pei had to admit it made some sense.

Whether actors should sacrifice for art was another matter.

Filming on location did produce more realistic and immersive results.

Lin Texian paused.

"Don't worry, the place we've chosen is very safe."

"Even if there's a one-in-ten-thousand chance something happens, our Dragon Country's soldiers will definitely bring us back."

"Just like the real evacuation incident a few years ago, which is exactly the theme of our movie."

"Our Dragon Country will never abandon any of its people stranded in foreign lands!"

This speech got Lin Pei's blood pumping.

"I understand, Director Lin."

"This type of movie has significant promotional value, so it's important to get the details right."

"I'm fine with it."

"It's only fair for actors to take on a bit of risk for the film."

On the other end of the phone, Lin Texian gave Lin Pei a thumbs-up.

"Lin Pei, I knew I wasn't wrong about you."

"Our good actors really have a high level of thinking."

"Since the cast is all set, I plan to start filming early."

"Spend these next few days familiarizing yourself with the script."

"I'll notify you before we gather to go abroad for filming."

Lin Pei replied with an "Okay," and the call ended.

Lin Pei remembered hearing Peng Yuyan's voice on the other end of the phone earlier.

From what he said, it seemed Peng Yuyan was also going to be in this movie.

Did he change his mind later and audition for a role other than the male lead?

What Lin Pei didn't know was... right after Lin Texian said that line about "good actors having the spirit of dedication to art," Peng Yuyan got up from the dinner table and quickly left.

Even though Director Lin had agreed to let him play the Terrorist, he decided to quit the role.

Because the last time they were about to film 'operation mekong,' Director Lin said the exact same thing to him!

Later, he also said the Film Crew's shooting location was very safe, with minimal risk.

But when they arrived in the Golden Triangle, the Film Crew encountered real Drug Lords.

If not for sheer luck and the Police arriving quickly, his kidney would have been gone!

This time, he'd better pass.

He needed to recover... The next day, Lin Pei heard the news that an actor playing a Terrorist had quit.

As a result, because they had to find a suitable replacement actor, the date for going abroad to film was postponed by a few more days.

On the day the actor was finally recast, the entire Film Crew gathered at the airport and flew to Northern Africa.

Rather than a gathering, it was more like a meeting between Lin Pei and Lin Texian.

That day happened to coincide with a film festival event, so several of the main actors had gone to attend.

The airport gathering was temporarily changed to a gathering abroad.

Lin Texian met Lin Pei in the departure lounge.

"Lin Pei, how's the script coming along?"

Lin Pei nodded.

"Don't worry, Director."

"I may not be able to recite it backwards, but I can write it out from memory forwards without a problem."

He had hardly left the villa these past few days and had indeed mastered the script thoroughly.

Lin Texian praised him highly.

He really hadn't misjudged him.

Actors usually familiarize themselves with the script and lines before joining the crew.

But it was rare to find someone like Lin Pei, who had already memorized his lines before even joining the crew.

"The character you're playing, Xu Hong, is a Naval Soldier."

"He has some similarities to the Revolutionary Soldier you portrayed on the Magnolia Award stage."

"In terms of emotional handling, act according to that standard."

"You need to bring out the complexity of the character's emotions."

Lin Pei's impromptu performance at the Magnolia Award ceremony was very impressive.

And he knew that after the awards ceremony, many directors and producers wanted to work with Lin Pei.

At this moment, he was glad he had contacted him early.

Otherwise, he might have missed this chance to work with Lin Pei.

Lin Pei nodded.

"Okay, Director Lin."

"I'll do my best to portray this character well."

With Lin Pei's promise, Lin Texian felt even happier.

He patted Lin Pei on the shoulder.

"Ever since I first saw you, I thought you had an upright aura, perfect for playing our Naval Soldier."

"Now it seems even more so."

"My intuition is never wrong, and I believe you'll interpret this role perfectly too."

Lin Pei narrowed his eyes, taking a moment to recall his actual memory.

That was close.

He almost got brainwashed by the director again.

The director's intuition might not be wrong, but his memory could be.

When they first met, he clearly said Lin Pei's vibe was suitable for playing a Terrorist... But the director's memory wasn't important.

What mattered was that he didn't make him play a Terrorist, but a good guy instead.

Alright, he was going to turn his image around with this role.

He hoped that by then.

At least when shopping at the supermarket.

There would be fewer strange stares from aunties.

And more shopping joy and freedom... The next day, all the actors in the Film Crew had arrived.

Lin Texian notified everyone to gather outside the hotel, then head to the filming location together.

Huang Jingyu came out of the hotel first, carrying his prop gun.

Seeing Lin Texian, he smiled and greeted him.

"Director, you're out early too?"

"Mm."

Lin Texian glanced at the gun in his hand.

"Jingyu, how's the gun coming along?"

Huang Jingyu held the gun up to his eye, aiming.

"Trust me, Director."

"After practicing for a few months, I may not be a sharpshooter, but I'm hard to beat."

The role he was playing this time was a Sniper in the Assault Team.

A few months before filming started, he took the gun home to practice.

After randomly shooting a few apple trees, he finally managed to shoot the apple off the glass bottle under the tree.

His hands had developed calluses.

Lin Texian thought of something.

"By the way, our actor Lin Pei is really good with guns."

"Since you'll be filming together, he can give you some guidance on set."

Huang Jingyu tossed a piece of gum into his mouth and chewed.

He really looked like an Assault Team Sniper, chewing gum to stay alert.

"Not to argue, Director."

"But this Lin Pei guy, how good can an amateur be?"

"Don't we have an Action Director in the crew? He's a former Special Forces Soldier."

"He's the one who taught me my moves, and they're spot on."

"No matter how good that guy is, he can't be better than our Action Director, right?"