Chapter 441 - 438: Movie Queen 5
Zheng Mingjing took the pen and paper from Shuangshuang’s hand and flamboyantly signed his name, casually saying, "I didn’t expect to run into two fans as soon as I stepped out today. I’m curious, which of my works do you enjoy watching?"
Though his words differed from those in the past life, the question bore the same meaning. Shuangshuang’s eyes naturally revealed the excitement of speaking with her idol, yet she remained calm and graceful.
"My favorite movie is ’Dark War’ directed by you. Although everyone says ’Dark War’ depicts the darkness of that era and ends with the protagonist’s death, making it a tragedy, I think you’re expressing something different—facing challenges with a mindset of never ceasing to fight back, always smiling at life. Even though the protagonist dies, before that, they achieved a stable and prosperous life through their efforts. The protagonist dies voluntarily to save others, and their final choice indeed saves countless people, making the tragic ending a comedy in another sense. The protagonist achieved what they sought, with no regrets even in death!"
Upon Shuangshuang finishing her thoughts, Zheng Mingjing’s eyes brightened, filled with the excitement of finding a confidant. Once she was done, he clapped enthusiastically, "Well said! You’re the first to grasp my true intention for this film after all this time. You truly are a loyal fan, so understanding of my work!" His words were sincere, and he was visibly excited.
Shuangshuang let out a small sigh of relief, her face glowing with the thrill of being recognized by her idol, yet maintaining a semblance of calm, "Really? I was worried I misunderstood your intention. It’s wonderful to receive your approval!" A complete little fangirl performance.
"I see you have the looks suitable for the entertainment industry. Are you interested in a cameo role in my crew? Try acting!" Zheng Mingjing earnestly appraised Shuangshuang for a moment before suddenly posing this question.
His polite suggestion actually implied he saw potential in Shuangshuang becoming an actor. Shuangshuang immediately showed a perfect mix of excitement and disbelief but modestly replied, "I’ve never acted before. What if I mess up and it affects your work?"
"That won’t be an issue; the role won’t start soon anyway. You can join the crew first to observe the stars acting and learn what you can. I’ll guide you a bit by then, it should be fine."
Zheng Mingjing was unfazed by Shuangshuang’s concerns. After releasing ’Dark War,’ no one grasped his metaphor, which had been somewhat frustrating for him.
He never imagined that he would unexpectedly meet a fan who understood his mind today, which made Zheng Mingjing incredibly excited. Seeing that Shuangshuang also had the looks to make a career in acting, he casually gave her some advice.
Of course, Zheng Mingjing wasn’t impulsive; he thought even if Shuangshuang couldn’t act, as long as she performed naturally as herself, just like when she first met him, it would suffice for 70-80% of the role’s requirements.
The role Zheng Mingjing was troubled with called for a fan who was both passionate and rational, perfectly aligning with Shuangshuang’s initial impression when she saw him.
If Shuangshuang still couldn’t manage, it wouldn’t take long for Zheng Mingjing to teach her, so he wasn’t concerned about her acting ability.