Chapter 122: It's Just Like the Person in the Drama
In the makeup room, Kitty hurriedly handed Jiang Sui the cosmetic items, neatly arranging everything in front of her. Jiang Sui handled her own makeup herself, aside from the clothes supplied by the crew's makeup artist. She was intimately familiar with the ancient beauty aesthetic, with her gracefully curved, affectionate willow-leaf eyebrows and peach-blossom sorrowful little honey lips. Combined with the perfect fit this role demanded, she had mastered the look flawlessly.
When Jiang Sui finished her makeup and stepped out from within, everyone was stunned. Even the director rose to his feet, eyes brimming with admiration and astonishment. Among the staff, several fans of Jiang Sui were already present, who pressed their voices to scream, “Ahhhhh so beautiful!! I’m dead, I’m dead, how can she be so gorgeous!” “Woo woo woo I’m also beautiful, beauty killed me!! I can’t hold back anymore, I’m taking photos!”
Because it was a test shot, the makeup was relatively simple, meant only to help the actors sink into their roles. Yet Jiang Sui’s appearance made them feel as if the very character from the script had walked out onto the set. Director Lin was utterly incredulous. He had never seen a role so perfectly aligned with the script. If one overlooked acting skill, Jiang Sui’s appearance was identical to the imagined Chen Wanwan! Including the commanding presence she carried when stepping forward, it was as if she had already entered the character completely. That lofty, disdainful aura of an empress above all others had materialized before them.
Shi Heng stood up as well, unable to suppress the smile on his face. Hahahaha, Jiang Sui was truly too much of a surprise to him! Before even beginning to act, he already felt victorious. “Is the makeup artist that incredible? Otherwise, with Jiang Sui by herself, how could she possibly possess such an aura?” Tina sneered coldly. “It will be exposed the moment we face each other in the scene.” Han Shuang nodded, mocking, “You front co-star sure is naive.” When she had gone to the makeup room earlier, she had already heard that all female role number three actors had passed the audition. Just based on Jiang Sui’s acting ability, it was astonishing she could even pass, let alone secure the role. This part was neither important nor appealing, and for a villain who lacked likability, even actors with a bit of fame or intelligence would not have taken it.
Jiang Sui slowly walked toward Qin Ze. Qin Ze’s gaze locked fixedly onto her face. Director Lin waved his hand, silently ordering action. Everything was prepared, the camera focused on Jiang Sui and Qin Ze. Those few steps she took walking over already carried the bearing of an imperial consort, the empress’s presence radiating out instantly. Without even speaking, she had given everyone goosebumps. Kitty stood not far away, staring blankly at the scene, inwardly thrilled. Thinking she was the assistant to the big shot, she suddenly felt a surge of pride.
Jiang Sui slowly approached Qin Ze, the smile at the corner of her lips carrying hints of anger, mockery, and self-derision. “Your Majesty truly disregards the past affections, intending to exterminate my family and concubines?” Just this sentence made everyone tremble. They were involuntarily drawn into the scene, even forgetting this was merely a test shot. One sentence, one voice, had already pulled them into the story. Director Lin’s eyes shone with excitement. This was the sense of drama! Though Qin Ze seemed cold and majestic, subtle changes in his expression could still be observed through details. Jiang Sui’s lips curved into a sarcastic smile. “It seems Your Majesty truly forgot the childhood sweetheart affection from back then, and also forgot how you once promised me. That boy secretly peeking at me from behind the tree, that boy who sneaked me out of the house to buy candied hawthorn… it’s all just a fleeting dream of mine, right?” Her emotions began to shift, a layer of indescribable grief gradually surfacing in her eyes. “Heartless and ungrateful, Your Majesty is the most adept at it in the world.” Her emotions infected the entire space at this moment. She clenched her fists tightly, gradually squeezing harder, then slapped toward the “emperor” before her.
Slap!