My Iyashikei Game Chapter 9: It was like He was There in Person

After walking to the apartment building, Han Fei knocked on the door lightly. Soon a crew member came to meet him. “Director Jiang Yi told me to come for casting, but I’ve run into some troubles lately, I might not be able to…”

But before Han Fei could finish, he was dragged into the apartment building by the member. “You’re finally here. You have no idea the trouble you’ve caused. Director Jiang was breathing down everyone’s neck. He scolded all the new actors, berating them for their inability to act out the emotions that he wants. He has turned away so many people already.”

“But I’ve no experience in this genre and I have more important things to do later tonight…”

“Director Jiang! The new actor is here!” The crew member shoved the script directly into Han Fei’s hands. “Normally, there will be a special room for casting, but we’re running on budget here so don’t mind it that much. Hurry on over, Director Jiang has been waiting for you for a long time already.” Holding the script copy, Han Fei was manhandled into a room. Six actors about his age stood by the wall. None of them dared to utter even a word.

“Do you call this acting? Do any of you have actual respect for this profession? Such ridiculousness!” In the middle of the room, a middle-aged man pointed vexedly at the few actors. His tone was severe and loud. One of the younger female actors was almost in tears.

“Do you think tears will help your acting? Why is the fake blood only on your clothes? What about your face and hands? Do you think the murderer will take your beauty shot into consideration when he’s coming after you? Let me tell you now, if you’re afraid of dirtiness and tiredness, don’t be an actor! I don’t care if you’re here because of the sponsors, if you’re on my set, then you’ll have to follow my standards.” Director Jiang was famed for his temper. He was once a lecturer at Xin Lu Movie and TV Acting Academy, Han Fei finished a course under him before. After a long lecture, Director Jiang finally turned to Han Fei, “I’ve heard about what happ

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