Superstar's Development Diary
Chapter 192: Love Unrequited, Ultimately Becomes a Tragedy

Chapter 192: Chapter 192: Love Unrequited, Ultimately Becomes a Tragedy

Even though He Jinxia had long known about this, the look of surprise she promptly displayed on her face was right on cue, but then, as if having thought of something, she furrowed her brows and asked with concern, "Won’t the workload be too heavy? What about Director Dong and Director Gu..."

Luo You raised his eyebrows, speaking flamboyantly, "No issue, you’re expecting a few seconds of screen time to take long to shoot?"

He Jinxia: "..." That straightforwardness stung a bit.

Luo You solemnly declared, "The day after tomorrow, they start filming; tomorrow, your final scene will be shot, and by that day, you can join the cast. We’re all in the same Film City; you don’t even need Director Li to arrange your accommodation, just a meal will do.

Moreover, Director Li has seen you dance classical dance, and the assistant said it was quite good, so he’s willing to give you this opportunity. From what I estimate, the role of the Dancer isn’t significant—just that it’s needed soon and they’re short on people. Director Li can only pick from the nearby actresses.

Rather than looking elsewhere, it’s easier to find someone ready-made right here in Film City. A-list stars wouldn’t consider it, after all, it’s just a few seconds’ cameo, so he can only choose from the second-tier.

After weighing everything, you’re from the second-tier, reasonably popular and, at the moment, the most affordable; it’d be outrageous not to pick you!"

In her heart, He Jinxia silently added a note: Perhaps a certain man also had a hand in this.

Outwardly, she offered a gentle smile, shook her head, "You’re giving me too much credit; after all, it’s Director Li who appreciates my talent. Otherwise, he could’ve simply found any extra who can dance; it would be even cheaper."

Luo You laughed heartily, "Am I not just trying to encourage you?"

Cheng Xiaohua was also delighted, clasping her hands together and fantasizing dreamily, "Oh my gosh, Jinxia is going to film in Emperor Sheng’s crew, doesn’t that mean she’ll get to see Emperor Sheng? Then I might actually see Emperor Sheng in person, I’d love his autograph, oh, and if I could just shake his hand..."

Listening to Cheng Xiaohua’s ramblings, He Jinxia silently turned her gaze out of the window, sweating inwardly.

Acting, Sister Xiao Hua is a pro!

To play a fan who’s never met her idol with such vivid enthusiasm is truly something else...

Luo You, brimming with enthusiasm, engaged Cheng Xiaohua in a discussion about "whether they could see Emperor Sheng".

"Just a few seconds’ screen time as a Dancer, if the scene isn’t filmed in the same setting, you might not get to meet him."

Even a splash of cold water couldn’t halt Cheng Xiaohua’s fantasies; she said with longing, "Maybe Fat Emperor is dancing especially for Emperor Sheng’s eyes?"

Luo You was skeptical about that, "If that were the case, would Director Li choose Jinxia? Just one second in the same frame as Emperor Sheng, and Jinxia’s discussion volume will double. Even with Sheng Yan, I guess he wouldn’t agree——"

The word "agree" was abruptly swallowed by Luo You as he braked hard in his speech; he thought about the enigmatic relationship between Sheng Yan and Jinxia and realized... maybe Sheng Yan really would agree?

Luo You’s thoughts were unknown to Cheng Xiaohua, who continued to let her imagination soar, "Like, while she’s dancing, she could fall into Emperor Sheng’s arms or something—the scene would be so beautiful..."

Hearing this, Luo You gathered his thoughts, shook his head, "Enough, stop dreaming; let’s head back to the hotel, wash up, and sleep early."

At that moment, neither Luo You nor He Jinxia could have imagined that what Cheng Xiaohua said would actually come true!

The next day, He Jinxia arrived bright and early at the set of "Small Bridge, Flowing Water, People" to film her last scene.

This scene portrayed the first encounter between Su Qingwan and Ciming Jiayou in the script, and it was also the scene that would appear at the very beginning of the drama.

As fate would have it, in this very scene, Su Qingying also falls for the wandering playboy Gu Chengzhi at first sight.

Even more coincidentally, Yang Xiaoqing was also in this scene; right before Su Qingying encounters Gu Chengzhi, Yang Xiaoqing, who plays Zhou Yue, rejects Gu Chengzhi’s promise of a lifetime together and leaves with tears in her eyes, her expression of sorrow intensifying.

After being rejected by Zhou Yue, Gu Chengzhi climbs up a peach tree, lost in sorrow, holding a jug of wine, drinking from the sky, his posture both dashing and despairing. When Su Qingying comes out and sees him, the first thing she sees is the man’s profile.

And just that perfect side profile sweeps Su Qingying off her feet.

In this Peach Garden, five people under the guidance of fate, unveil their brief yet splendid lifetime of amazement.

However, because the peach blossoms in Peach Garden had already bloomed a few days ago, the scenes involving Luo Sifang, Gu Runfei, and Yang Xiaoqing were all completed, leaving only Luo Dingxin and He Jinxia’s.

This time, the director behind the camera had switched to Gu Qiao, and several key actors in the crew had all gathered at the scene, unannounced, to watch He Jinxia’s performance.

He Jinxia was wearing a light green narrow-sleeved bandeau dress that looked beautiful and ethereal, made of thin chiffon on the outside, with only a layer of white silk underneath, exuding a refreshing vitality.

On her head, she wore a golden hairpin colored like pink agate, set with a golden butterfly specially crafted from gold.

The butterfly, as thin as a cicada’s wing and lifelike, trembled along with her head movements, as if ready to take flight.

Peach Garden was in the full glory of blossoming season, each flower tender and adorable, wet with morning dew and seemingly about to fall.

After Gu Qiao’s rigorous training, Luo Sifang’s acting had notably improved. She was climbing up the mountain, holding He Jinxia’s hand and working hard at it.

"Sister, it’s really dull for you to stay alone in the house every day. Let’s take advantage of the fine weather today and go out to play. I’ll take you to a wonderful place. I’m your older sister, you must listen to me! We’ll be there soon..."

With a shift of the camera, Su Qingying had reached the mountain top. She turned back, smiling at Su Qingwan who was following behind, and waved, "Hurry up, we’re here!"

She gestured excitedly towards the front and said, "This is a place I’ve just discovered. It’s especially beautiful!"

He Jinxia, playing Su Qingwan, arrived at the peak somewhat breathlessly and looked down to see the hillside covered in peach blossoms.

Su Qingwan blinked, her lips slightly parted in disbelief.

At this moment, Su Qingying had already run down into a peach blossom forest and turned around to call out, "Qingwan, come down and play!"

Su Qingwan snapped back to reality, lifted her skirt, and also ran down, trying to catch up with Su Qingying.

But Su Qingying ran too fast, and amidst the densely packed peach trees in the forest, which seemed borderless, Su Qingwan quickly lost sight of Su Qingying.

"Sister, where are you? Sister!" Su Qingwan walked on, looking around anxiously as she called out.

Suddenly, she stopped in her tracks, spying a man’s figure not far ahead.

Ciming Jiayou stood with his back to Su Qingwan, raising his hand to pluck a peach blossom. Hearing her voice, he turned his head to glance back.

Their eyes met, and both were startled.

A breeze blew, sending peach blossoms from the trees whirling through the air. Some petals drifted down, becoming the backdrop for Su Qingwan, too beautiful for the Mortal World.

That year, when the peach blossoms bloomed, whose eyes were ensnared, whose hearts were thrown into turmoil?

If we had not met, we would not have known each other.

If we had not known each other, we would not have grown familiar.

If we had not grown familiar, we would not have fallen in love.

If we had not fallen in love, we would not have yearned.

Alas, there are no ifs.

Su Qingwan snapped out of her daze and hurriedly turned to leave, leaving behind only a silhouette and the unpicked peach blossoms, as if foreshadowing the finale between her and Ciming Jiayou—

Destined to meet, yet fated not to stay together.

He Jinxia, officially wrapped!