The script sent by his agent was called '49'. The name was a bit strange, but the actual content was a campus story film mixed with fantasy elements.
It told the story of Kagami Dan, a good-for-nothing high school student who was bad at both academics and sports. His body is possessed by the soul of his deceased father for 49 days, bringing a series of brand-new changes to his school life.
Yuan Chuan You spent an hour reading the entire script. In order to gain experience and produce the [Foundational Acting Technique] entry, he decided to start by practicing the part of the male lead, who had the most scenes.
"Why... why am I the one who survived!"
Inside the rented room, the young man controlled his body into a strange kneeling position while shouting the line in an extremely suppressed voice.
On the system's light screen, the experience points were steadily increasing.
[Production Sequence 1: Foundational Acting Technique]
[Experience: 5/100]
[Experience: 6/100]
[Experience: 7/100]
The so-called 'Sheng-Tai-Xing-Biao' is actually the basic requirement for an actor. 'Sheng' refers to voice, 'Tai' to lines, 'Xing' to form, and 'Biao' to performance.
Only by completely mastering these four skills can one face various scripts and roles with ease.
Although Yuan Chuan You had never acted professionally, the [Extra] entry he possessed allowed him to seamlessly slip into the identity of an actor, making his every word and action feel completely natural.
"Was this really a mistake?"
"The one who should have survived was Father."
After practicing scenes from the script for over three hours, Yuan Chuan You wiped the sweat from his forehead and grinned.
In any case, as long as he entered a state of acting, the production experience shown on the system would rise. The feeling was incredibly satisfying.
[Production Sequence 1: Foundational Acting Technique]
[Experience: 28/100]
"Two days is more than enough time. If I can land this supporting male role, even if it's only for two or three episodes, it will greatly improve my financial situation."
Stroking his chin, Yuan Chuan You recalled his agent's words, and his fighting spirit soared even higher.
"Let's continue."
The next evening, after persevering with his practice, Yuan Chuan You finally ushered in his moment of reward.
[Ding!]
[Production Sequence 1: Foundational Acting Technique]
[Experience: 100/100]
[Production Complete!]
[Obtained [Foundational Acting Technique (White)] entry.]
After successfully obtaining this entry, a new prompt popped up on the system's light screen.
[Newbie Mission Complete!]
[Entry Synthesis Station unlocked.]
The next moment, the originally grayed-out entry synthesis panel suddenly lit up. At the same time, some new things appeared in the [Entry Library].
"Wait, are all of these... synthesis paths for entries?"
When he completed the newbie mission, he not only unlocked the [Entry Synthesis Station], but he also saw the synthesis paths for some advanced entries in the [Entry Library].
For example...
[Focus] + [Extra] + [Foundational Acting Technique] = [Newcomer Actor]
Hiss—
So this is what it was leading to?
A look of ecstasy instantly appeared on Yuan Chuan You's face. It seemed his choice for the first entry to produce was absolutely correct, because [Foundational Acting Technique] was a perfect component for synthesizing a more advanced entry.
[Newcomer Actor (Green)]
[Possesses a certain level of acting skill. While unable to play a lead role, the skill is sufficient to pass various auditions and secure the most suitable roles.]
"I have all three of these entries right now, so what's there to hesitate about?"
The young man smiled faintly and placed the entries into the [Entry Synthesis Station] with great anticipation.
[Focus] + [Extra] + [Foundational Acting Technique] = [Newcomer Actor]
[Synthesis Successful!]
[Obtained [Newcomer Actor] (Green) entry.]
"Is this the effect of [Newcomer Actor]?"
Yuan Chuan You walked to the mirror and immediately experienced a sensation completely different from before.
It was a confidence that came from having much stronger control over his body.
Joy, sorrow, anger, grief.
Yuan Chuan You made various expressions in the mirror, his eyes full of drama. Even without using body language as support, he could now convey his inner emotions through his gaze alone.
This was acting.
"No wonder they say people with great acting skills can freely control every muscle in their face. I still have a long way to go."
Yuan Chuan You smiled, touching his own face as a wave of confidence washed over him.
Supporting male role?
I've got to land it!
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Out of respect for his livelihood, Yuan Chuan You set out for the next day's afternoon audition at one o'clock sharp.
The audition location was a place called Mukai Hotel, located near Akihabara in the Chiyoda ward. It was about a ten-minute walk from the subway station.
Following the crowd off the train, Yuan Chuan You used his phone's navigation to find his destination. Walking through the streets of Akihabara, a massive advertising screen was playing a commercial for some game, and the skill of the professional voice actor's voice made him pause for a moment.
As he passed by an electronics store, he glimpsed a red-lettered discount ad posted on the window.
"Tsk, it's still sixty thousand yen even at a 30% discount?"
Feeling his empty wallet, Yuan Chuan You reluctantly tore his gaze away from a black-and-white gaming console. It was something he couldn't even consider buying at the moment.
At 1:50 PM, Yuan Chuan You finally arrived at the Mukai Hotel.
Just one glance at the situation in the hotel told him that arriving two hours early was still a bit late.
The lobby was already packed with people. The handsome men and beautiful women were all dressed stylishly. Some girls were even touching up their makeup in a corner, their eyes filled with an unconcealable fighting spirit and desire.
"There shouldn't be anyone here auditioning for the main role, right?"
Yuan Chuan You thought for a moment and found an empty corner to stand in. There was still over an hour until the audition, but the atmosphere in the hotel was tense, and almost no one was chatting or laughing.
Just then, a man with bleached-blond hair spotted Yuan Chuan You and immediately came over.
"Well, well, if it isn't our great artist? You're here to audition today, so I assume you're aiming for the male lead?"
The man's tone was thick with mockery, his lips curled into a cold sneer, full of hostility.
"Hm?"
Yuan Chuan You had just been thinking about the script in his head. Hearing the voice, he looked up at the man's face, and memories began to surface.
Hmm, this guy seems to be named... Togo Takeshi?
The man's status was similar to Yuan Chuan You's, always drifting between various film crews looking for an opportunity. However, unlike him, this guy had actually participated in quite a few productions and was considered to have officially entered the industry.
As for the conflict between them... Yuan Chuan You couldn't quite recall it at the moment.
"What, did I say something wrong? Weren't you so sure you'd become an artist? If that's the case, then of course only the lead role is worthy of your status."
"...."
Yuan Chuan You remained silent for a moment, but this only made the other man's provocations more audacious.
"But I recall your audition record is quite... touching. I'm sure the director will be deeply impressed after seeing your profile."
"Why don't you just give up? Save the director some time. I heard things have been rough for you lately, Yuan Chuan. Need me to reimburse your train ticket?"
Seeing that Yuan Chuan You wasn't saying anything, the mockery in Togo Takeshi's eyes deepened.
After another moment, Yuan Chuan You saw that many people were now casting curious glances their way.
What a pain.
He cleared his throat, raised an eyebrow slightly, and met Togo Takeshi's gaze directly.
"Are you telling me what to do?"
As soon as these words were spoken, several fierce veins bulged on Togo Takeshi's forehead, and his sinister eyes stared intently at Yuan Chuan You.
"You..."
Just as he was about to blow up, a pleasant laugh came from behind, and they both heard it.
Yuan Chuan You turned his head and saw a black-haired girl accompanied by a female agent. Her rosy lips were curved into a bright smile, and the corners of her eyes danced with a lively light.
"You... you're Sakurajima-san?"
The curse Togo Takeshi was about to blurt out died in his throat, and even his posture subconsciously became much more restrained.
"Could you please let me pass?"
The black-haired girl's voice was lovely, like a clear mountain spring.
"Oh, oh, my apologies! I was blocking your way, Sakurajima-san." Togo Takeshi immediately moved aside, pressing himself against the wall, a blatant look of fawning on his face.
"Thank you."
Sakurajima Mai nodded. Before leaving with her agent, she glanced at Yuan Chuan You again and seemed to give him a nod of encouragement.
Feeling this kindness, Yuan Chuan You's heart warmed slightly.
It seems he was right to come to this audition after all.
If he could latch onto Sakurajima Mai's coattails, he could surely gain popularity just as his agent said.
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