Rebirth of the Galactic Superstar Chapter 8

Chapter 8

Xi Ze was not of mixed race; his facial features were purely Asian, and he still retained a sense of belonging and identity towards his ethnicity.

Compared to the mixed-race individuals with deep eye sockets, high nose bridges, and more three-dimensional features, he would certainly lose. In that case, why not highlight his strengths and avoid his weaknesses? Why not make the most of his advantages?

Moreover, in the entertainment industry, Asians were as precious as panda blood. Many people were infatuated with the long-lost mysterious Eastern country. Wouldn’t it be a waste of his face if he didn’t utilize his own advantages?!

“Chinese Style” received everyone’s approval, and the theme was set. They all went their separate ways and began working according to the plan.

The stylist An’an took Xi Ze’s measurements for the clothes, makeup artist Xiao Mei designed the makeup, the photographer and post-production team were busy finding background images and setting up the scene, while Xi Ze had to work on his physical training and body postures.

Meanwhile, Jian Anning was in control of the overall situation and secretly met with Xia Li a few times.

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Xi Ze, at this moment, looked up in confusion while buttoning his shirt. “This button…”

“Little white rabbit, you don’t need to do anything! Let me handle it!” An’an rushed over and helped Xi Ze fasten his belt. Xiao Mei stood by, feeling both delighted and conflicted. She was delighted to see such an attractive face; life was truly perfect with it. However, she was conflicted because she wondered whether Xi Ze could portray so many roles convincingly!

He appeared too obedient. Although using “obedient” to describe a grown man might not be appropriate, and it even sounded somewhat effeminate, it just fit Xi Ze perfectly. He was quiet, unassuming, and mostly silent while sitting there. Occasionally, he said something heartwarming and even managed to bring a smile. This was the kind of Xi Ze that could be described as “obedient.”

Unable to hold back any longer, Xiao Mei spoke up, “When you go out later, the photographer will discuss the requirements with you, and the post-production team will also assist you. So, don’t worry, but…”

Her words were suddenly interrupted by Xi Ze. He raised his gaze and locked eyes with Xiao Mei, asking her, “What are you worried about? Are you afraid I won’t do well?”

An’an was not as conflicted as Xiao Mei. She was more straightforward in her speech. After tidying up Xi Ze’s shirt, she took a step back and said, “You lack experience after all. There are so many roles to portray, and the character’s demeanor, expressions, and movements are all crucial. The same action performed by different people can give completely different feelings. Anning-jie is putting all her hopes on you, and we all wish you will soar to new heights.”

Xi Ze smiled warmly, even revealing a set of white teeth, and said, “No need to worry.”

The first outfit was that of a refined young man in a blue shirt. The character’s temperament showed nobility while emphasizing a playboy nature. An’an not only made the outfit look very elegant but also handed Xi Ze a golden-finished folding fan.

Walking from the dressing room to the adjacent photography studio, just a few steps in between, yet in that short distance, he transformed completely.

Jian Anning and Jack were discussing the shooting details when the door from outside opened, and a dashing, noble, wealthy playboy young man, holding a folding fan, strolled in.

The three people in the studio looked up in astonishment, witnessing the gentleman at the door first roll up his sleeves in an elegant manner, then “swish,” gracefully unfolding the fan. He straightened his back, lifted his chin with arrogance, and stepped into the room. While leisurely swaying the fan, he glanced around the studio, his gaze both bright and haughty. His expression carried a trace of pride and indifference. After surveying the studio, he finally turned his gaze towards the three inside, retracting the previous demeanor, revealing an inquisitive look as he assessed the trio before fixing his gaze on Jian Anning’s face.

Xiao Hei, Jack, and Jian Anning were all stunned when they first saw Xi Ze. He seemed like a character stepping out of a painting, behaving just like a spoiled son of a wealthy ancient family. His expressions were filled with arrogance and his demeanor light and frivolous. As he entered the room, he looked around disdainfully, one hand resting behind his back.

This was Xi Ze? The same Xi Ze who was standing under the window, holding a movable light screen? Damn?! The little white rabbit transformed so dramatically? What did he eat? I want some too!

Xi Ze’s gaze remained fixed on Jian Anning’s face. First, he appraised her, then his expression turned thoughtful, and his fan-swaying slowed down, as if he was pondering some question with an air of arrogance and self-assuredness. Soon, he folded the fan back up, tapped it twice in his palm, dropped his hand that was previously behind his back, and walked towards them.

Jian Anning felt her back prickle under his gaze, and her ears turned red as Xi Ze approached. However, Xi Ze raised an eyebrow and smiled at her, then stopped in front of her with an expression of confidence. He raised his hands to make a bow, but his gaze never left her, and there was a deep meaning in his smiling eyes. His attitude seemed sincere yet a bit frivolous, holding onto an air of arrogance. Although he acted like a wealthy young master, he could bow sincerely. While calling him sincere, he still exuded a certain air. He was a paradox, wearing a smile on his face that revealed intelligence.

Jian Anning’s blush spread from her ears to her neck, then to her face. Finally, she took a deep breath, refusing to be embarrassed by his gaze.

Jack and Xiao Hei couldn’t help but curse, while An’an was shouting from behind, “Anning-jie!! He’s teasing you, he’s teasing you!!”

Xi Ze straightened up, seeing Jian Anning’s face, which looked like a blushing apple. He couldn’t help but smile apologetically, raising his hand to wave, indicating, “I was just trying to feel the character.”

Jian Anning was not a young girl anymore, but she had never been embarrassed like this by a guy barely in his twenties. Angry, she slapped Xi Ze on the shoulder and scolded, “Are you trying to die? How dare you tease me!?”

Everyone around was taken aback by Jian Anning’s use of the word “me.” After all, she was not one to curse or use foul language, always being gentle and kind to others.

Xi Ze laughed, “I just wanted to get a feel for it.”

Anning fanned herself angrily, her face resembling an angry mother, “Next time, if you want to get a feel, do it facing a wall!!! If you dare think about me again, you better be prepared for the consequences!!”

Xi Ze hurriedly nodded.

At this moment, Xiao Mei and An’an, who had been worried, finally let out a sigh of relief. An’an looked at Xiao Mei from a distance and said, “See, he’s getting into character. We worried too much.”

Xiao Mei walked over and replied, “It’s not that we worried too much; it’s just that we didn’t know his ability. Now we can see for ourselves.”

Surprisingly, the studio that Xi Ze used before was not much different from the current one. They were mostly familiar to him. The only difference might be that the lighting now felt much more comfortable on his body. Jack adjusted the equipment and, recalling Xi Ze’s previous attempts at getting into character, asked directly, “Do you want to find the feeling on your own like before? Will the camera capture it?”

Xi Ze made an “OK” gesture, closed his eyes and stood still for a while. Anning and Xiao Mei gathered around him.

Jack lifted his camera and aimed it ahead. Through the camera’s viewfinder, he saw the young man dressed in blue, standing quietly with his head down. Jack adjusted the camera and was about to urge him to start, but he saw that Xi Ze had already raised his head. At that moment, a mischievous smile appeared at the corner of his mouth—he had once again transformed into the wealthy and carefree young master with that air of arrogance and self-assuredness.

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From the first outfit to the seventh outfit, everyone was “enraptured.” Xiao Hei and Jack, as two grown men, were almost ashamed and indignant, feeling that they couldn’t compare to Xi Ze at all. Xiao Mei and An’an couldn’t contain their excitement after each set; they were screaming and shouting in the studio.

Jian Anning, on the other hand, had eyes filled with astonishment as she looked at Xi Ze. She had lost count of how many times Xi Ze had surprised her since he returned from Tom’s film set. In front of the camera, this young man continuously redefined her perception of him.

Through Tom’s viewfinder, he was an actor who captivated the audience and stirred their souls. In the hospital at the Film and Television Star Planet Base, he was the young man who greeted her with a gentle smile. And outside the 48th floor meeting room of the Silver Fox Building, he became the “vase” who exuded his advantages even in silence, causing Xia Li to look at him with admiration.

Most of the time, he hardly spoke, silently observing his surroundings, completely lacking any presence or aura. He stayed quietly in the background, like the “obedient little creature” as Jack, An’an, and the others had described. Thanks to his fair and pretty appearance, he seemed like an obedient little animal when silent.

But he seemed to have a trigger. Once needed, he would immediately unleash his aura. His gaze, expression, and body language would adapt to the situation as required.

In the seven outfits, under the lighting and camera lens, he showed everyone a multi-faceted Xi Ze. He could be the frivolous and playboy-like young master, the innocent and naive little book boy wearing coarse linen and carrying a book basket, the majestic general in golden armor wielding a long spear, or even the cunning and deceitful villain…

Jian Anning’s palms were sweaty. Setting aside her somewhat slender figure, he seemed like a husk containing countless different souls…

This version of Xi Ze astonished and delighted Jian Anning and everyone else. If Xi Ze couldn’t succeed with such talent, then what hope did the entertainment industry have?!

That evening, Jian Anning asked Xi Ze, “The exchange meeting is in three days. Are you nervous?!”

Xi Ze had already removed his makeup, revealing his naturally fair and pretty face. He was now sitting on the sofa, calmly watching a movie on his light screen. He looked up at Jian Anning, smiling composedly, giving no indication of nervousness. He replied with a question, “Why should I be nervous?!”

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