Chapter 1084: Si Fuqing Is the Little Junior Sister (2)
Such conscientious filming on location was indeed a rarity these days.
Decades ago, it might take years to film a single production; nowadays, dramas were largely created using post-production special effects.
Yet, no matter how realistic the effects were, they could not compare to the breathtaking landscapes of the Great Xia Empire.
Si Fuqing was still fast asleep, though she was merely dozing in a gaming pod.
At that moment, she had just concluded a battle alongside Emperor Yin, exhausted and slumped in her chair.
The game had turned her into a weak strategist, completely incapable of lifting a hand or bearing any burden, leaving her repeatedly hoisted onto a horse by the emperor.
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It felt like a humiliation she would never forget.
As she took a breath to steady herself, JIANG Xuanjin returned from the battlefield.
Si Fuqing greeted him, âElder Young Master.â
âStrategist,â JIANG Xuanjin stepped forward with a smile. âYouâre about to return to Yongâan with His Majesty, right? Iâd like to ask you to bring something for me.â
âSure,â Si Fuqing nodded. âFor Miss Zhaouie, I presume?â
For the past few years, JIANG Xuanjin and his eight brothers had been fighting on the battlefield, and each year they would gather a variety of rare and precious treasures to present to JIANG Zhaoyue.
However, JIANG Xuanjinâs voice faltered for a rare moment, his handsome complexion slightly flushed. âN-no, I want to ask the Strategist to deliver this box to the young lady at the Zhongyong Marquisâs residence.â
He retrieved a sandalwood box from his bloodstained embroidered robe.
In a hushed tone, JIANG Xuanjin continued, âOnce this year passes, she will be eighteen. I donât want her to wait any longer; if she does, she might not be able to marry at all.â
Si Fuqing paused, realization dawning upon her.
At last, she understood the meaning behind JIANG Xuanjinâs earlier words.
His beloved was not absent; rather, she was someone he could not have.
Having witnessed the hardships endured by Madam JIANG over the years, he was reluctant to delay another young womanâs life.
As JIANG Xuanjin headed off to battle, he had known that he would likely die on the battlefield.
He was a man without a future.
With such complicated emotions swirling in her mind, Si Fuqing exited the game and pushed open the podâs door.
Outside, the sun shone brightly, having reached its zenith at noon.
âTeacher Si, your fans have come to see you!â At that moment, the screenwriter knocked on the wooden cabin door. âMr. Yu ordered takeout for everyone. You must be hungry after sleeping so long.â
Si Fuqing rubbed her head, quickly freshening up before changing into a T-shirt and jeans to go outside.
âQingqing, are you alright?â Mu Qingmeng asked, pulling her closer with concern. âHave you not rested well these past few days? If so, you should take a few days off.â
âIâm fine, I just had a very long dream,â Si Fuqing replied softly. âI dreamt about JIANG Xuanjin, and it made me quite sentimental.â
Mu Qingmeng was taken aback. âJIANG Xuanjin?â
Jiang Shuihan also looked up in curiosity.
âThoughts during the day manifest in dreams at night,â the screenwriter commented. âTeacher Si is truly dedicated, always revising JIANG Xuanjinâs storyline, so itâs no wonder she dreamt of him.â
Si Fuqing picked up a snack and nodded. âIâve figured out how to enhance JIANG Xuanjinâs romantic subplot.â
Her words caused everyone at the table to freeze mid-action.
The screenwriterâs eyes widened in excitement. âTeacher Si, youâve successfully divined the plot!â
Sang Yanqing was speechless.
Their ability to adapt was truly impressive.
Si Fuqing squinted, raising an eyebrow. âYaoyao, how about a cameo? What do you think?â
Through the game âEternity,â she had met the young lady from the Zhongyong Marquisâs residence whom JIANG Xuanjin had mentioned.
This young lady had even left no name in history.
Yet, her demeanor was something few could portray convincingly.
At least, the current crop of popular stars could not.
Ji Qingyao looked bewildered. âB-but I⊠I canât act.â
âItâs fine, Iâll teach you,â Si Fuqing said, stroking her chin with a sly smile. âI think your temperament fits quite well, even better than those traffic stars. Youâre also skilled in martial arts, so weâll save on hiring a martial arts director.â
Sang Yanqing sighed inwardly.
Bringing in a cameo was secondary; she was clearly trying to cut costs.
She had long seen through Si Fuqingâs true nature.
**
The afternoon shoot was set to start at two oâclock.
After finishing lunch, Si Fuqing sought out Yu Xiheng, massaging her shoulders as she complained, âI took a nap, but now my back and waist hurt.â
She naturally couldnât mention that her discomfort stemmed from the perfectly simulated pain in the game, where she had been thrown off a horse by Emperor Yin.
Yu Xiheng looked up from his book at her voice, setting it aside. In a calm tone, he called out, âCome here.â
âWhat for?â Despite her question, Si Fuqing walked over.
His long, slender fingers rested on her shoulders, radiating warmth that sent a shiver down her spine.
Si Fuqing felt an itch under her skin and attempted to stand, but he pressed her back down.
âDonât move,â Yu Xiheng said flatly. âIâm giving you a massage; I donât want your bones to misalign.â
His touch was just firm enough, perfectly alleviating her discomfort.
Si Fuqing thought for a moment and suggested, âCan I lie down?â
Yu Xiheng raised an eyebrow slightly, maintaining his steady pace. âSure.â
She comfortably shifted her position, lying down on the sofa.
**
Outside the production.
Lang Xuan finally arrived. He didnât even have time to wipe the sweat from his brow before immediately seeking out Director Lu.
âWho are youââ The director, taken aback, found Lang Xuan strikingly familiar. After a few seconds, it hit him. âPresident Yun?!â
The president of Above the Cloud had come all the way to their set?!
âApologies for the interruption.â Lang Xuan took a deep breath to calm his racing heart. âIs Little⊠Miss Si here? I wish to see her, right now.â
He had no intention of contacting the sect just yet; after all, that explosion over four years ago had still not uncovered its source, ultimately deemed an accident.
There was no guarantee that it wasnât someone from the sect who had acted.
Director Lu quickly replied, âYes, yes, yes! Iâll fetch her right away. Please, have a seat, President Yun.â
At last, Lang Xuanâs furrowed brow relaxed.
No matter what, he was the first to find his Little Junior Sister. This achievement was more than enough to boast about for a lifetime.
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