28 He Xinyans Audition (2/2)

”That. . . That's not possible. They just said that the role of Concubine Xi had been set already.”'

'He Xinyan raised one eyebrow and smiled

”I'm probably the set person they are talking about. Sister Yuyan

the role of the maid is very suited for you. You have to serve Concubine Xi well in the future!”'

'He Xinyan wasn't a simple or innocent person

and she always went by the rule that she wouldn't mess with anyone if they didn't mess with her.'

'After Li Yuyan

He Xinyan was called into the audition room for her audition. Although she had prepared for the role of the maid in the beginning

she was also quite familiar with the role of Concubine Xi. This was because the role of the maid basically revolved around Concubine Xi

and most of the lines she had were with Concubine Xi.'

'The audition room was very large with a shiny floor and bright lights. He Xinyan's high heels clicked against the floor as she walked over to the center of the room.'

'The even clicking of her heels seemed to knock against her heart

and it made her even more nervous. This was the first time she pulled strings to get an opportunity

and if she didn't do well

not only would it be embarrassing for her

but it will also make Gu Yechen lose face.'

'Besides Director Ma

there were also a bunch of other people inside the room. He Xinyan scanned the people inside the room and didn't recognize anyone.'

'She turned to face the table of people and Director Ma Qiaoqi asked

”You are Xinyan?”'

'He Xinyan lifted her chin up a little and smiled before she quickly introduced herself. Her calm expression and smooth-talking speed all added points for her. Even as the main focus in the room

she didn't seem to get even a bit nervous

and it made her appear more attractive.'

'Ma Qiaoqi nodded his head

”Okay

you can start your performance now.”'

'He didn't mention Secretary Jin or anything else

and immediately let He Xinyan start her act. The two scenes He Xinyan received were the scene of Concubine Xi entering the palace and the scene when Concubine Xi killed her maid. The actress could pick one out of the two scenes to perform.'

'Most of the time

the actress would pick the second scene of killing the maid

because it was easier to express the emotions through the movement and speech of the scene. This scene had more room for performance

and as long as the acting was good

it was easier to leave a good impression on the director's mind.'

'However

He Xinyan decided to pick the first scene.'

'Concubine Xi was still a young 16-year-old girl when she was picked to enter the palace and serve the emperor. She came from the far south and was forced to leave her home to join the selection for concubines.'

'Once she stepped foot into the palace

her life was destined to be a tragedy.'

'He Xinyan remembered that although Concubine Xi wasn't the main role

she still had a complete backstory

and her personality was quiet and reserved. She was careful and cautious and understood to protect herself and stay out of the drama and fights of others.'

'However

like many other concubines in the palace

she died from the evil schemes of others

and from beginning to end

she never earned any love or attention from the emperor.'

'But regardless of her ending

in the very beginning

she was probably still very excited about entering the palace.'

'He Xinyan didn't purposely try to act excessively

and she only included minimal speech and movement. Her act was focused on her expression

where she displayed excitement for her new life

and also the confusion and helplessness of a young girl.'

'When she finished her act

Director Ma opened his mouth to speak. However

before he could

the man sitting next to him asked

”Why does Concubine Xi look very confused and lost? Shouldn't she be happy? She was chosen to enter the palace out of hundreds of people.”'