Jing Xiuran's consciousness sank into the system's mall, and he surveyed the dazzling array of virtual shelves.
With only 49 juxing value currently, there were truly few rare items he could exchange for.
His gaze finally settled on a few options:
【Specific Emotion Insight】
【Price: 25 juxing value】
【Effect: The host can choose an emotion (sadness, anger, joy, fear, etc.). After choosing, it increases the host's depth of portrayal for that specific emotion.】
【Eye Expressiveness Enhancement】
【Price: 35 juxing value】
【Effect: Enhances the host's ability to convey emotions and charisma through their eyes during performance.】
【Character Card】
【Price: 30 juxing value】
【Effect: Increases understanding of a specific character, adding 10 acting points when portraying them.】
After a brief deliberation, while the first two options were also good and effective in special circumstances,
for this crucial audition, the Character Card, which comprehensively enhanced character compatibility, was undoubtedly the most cost-effective choice.
“This is it!”
He silently chanted in his mind: “System! Exchange for the Character Card!”
【Ding! 30 juxing value consumed. Character Card exchange successful.】
【Current remaining juxing value: 19 points.】
“Immediately designate the character to use it on—Chonglou!”
【Character Card successfully used! When portraying the character Chonglou, acting points increase by 10.】
In an instant, countless understandings about Chonglou flooded his brain, as if he had merged with the Demon Lord who looked down upon the Six Realms.
“Which segment do you want to try?” Cai Yinong’s voice roused him from that mysterious state.
Jing Xiuran quickly scanned several script excerpts, his gaze finally settling.
“I’ll try… the part where Chonglou severs his own wings to save Zixuan.”
“Oh?” Cai Yinong raised an eyebrow slightly, a little surprised, “This scene demands extremely high emotional layering and explosive power. Are you sure?”
“I’m sure.” Jing Xiuran nodded calmly, his eyes already quietly gathering strength.
“Alright, begin.” Cai Yinong crossed her arms over her chest, leaning forward, her gaze focused!
Jing Xiuran took a deep breath and slowly closed his eyes.
【Acting: 69 + 10 = 79 (when portraying Chonglou)】
When he opened his eyes again, his entire demeanor drastically changed!
His originally clear and gentle eyes instantly became sharp, lonely, carrying the indifference of one who gazes down upon all living beings, and a hint of imperceptible confusion.
He was no longer Jing Xiuran.
But Chonglou, the Demon Lord, who had lived for tens of thousands of years and stood at the pinnacle of the Six Realms!
Jing Xiuran turned slightly, looking at the empty space in front of him and muttering softly.
“For a mortal… is it worth it?”
A trace of confusion flickered in those ancient demonic eyes, immediately replaced by an even stronger determination.
“So be it.”
The next moment, his eyes suddenly became fierce! His right hand abruptly rose, grasping at the air, as if peeling away his most vital essence!
“This, perhaps, will allow you to live a little longer.”
Then he turned, isolating all emotion, returning to eternal solitude.
When the performance ended, the Chonglou aura on Jing Xiuran slowly dissipated, and he returned to his handsome young appearance. He bowed slightly.
“Thank you, President Cai, for giving me this opportunity.”
Cai Yinong stared blankly at the restored Jing Xiuran, only one word echoing in her heart—
Monster!!
That performance just now was domineering and pure!
How was this like a newcomer? This was someone born for this profession!
Cai Yinong quickly walked up to Jing Xiuran, carefully examining his divine face, contemplating and weighing in her heart, finally making a decision.
“Xiuran! On behalf of Tangren Film and Television, I formally invite you!”
“I can offer you! The most generous — S-rank newcomer contract that Tangren can offer!”
“Contract period! Five years!”
“Revenue split!” She emphasized, “I'm giving you the highest standard for a newcomer in the industry!”
“The company will provide you with an independent agent, publicity, and assistant team, and after chinese paladin 3, we will prioritize selecting top-tier scripts and roles for you!”
“In terms of music, the company will fully support you in releasing a personal album!”
“What are your thoughts?”
These were almost the highest terms Tangren Film and Television could offer a newcomer!
Jing Xiuran was also stirred by the generous terms Cai Yinong offered.
It had to be said, Cai Yinong indeed had astonishing courage.
If it were his former self, faced with such terms, he would probably have agreed without hesitation.
But… for him, who now possessed the system.
He didn't want to be overly bound.
Jing Xiuran pondered for a moment, met Cai Yinong’s gaze, and slowly spoke:
“Thank you very much for your appreciation and regard, President Cai! It is my honor to join Tangren.”
“However, regarding the contract period.”
“I personally prefer three years. If we cooperate happily after three years, then when it's time to renew, Tangren Film and Television will still be my first priority.”
“Additionally,” he added, looking at Cai Yinong with sincerity,
“within the contract period, I hope to retain a certain degree of autonomy in choosing personal creative projects, such as music, or, potential directing projects I might try in the future.”
Upon hearing this, Cai Yinong looked deeply at Jing Xiuran again, thinking to herself:
Good kid! This ambition truly complements the talent he has displayed.
Although the terms were higher than expected, compared to his astonishing potential, they were not unacceptable.
Cai Yinong pondered briefly and quickly made a decision.
“Alright! It’ll be as you said! A three-year contract period!”
“Regarding the autonomy in resource selection, we can further clarify the specific details in the contract!”
“But I also have one condition!” Her gaze was sharp.
“If the three-year contract expires and you choose to establish your own company, then under equivalent investment conditions, our Tangren Film and Television must have priority investment rights!”
This was to protect Tangren's interests; even if Jing Xiuran chose to leave, a portion would still be tied to Tangren!
Jing Xiuran thought for a moment; this condition was reasonable and not excessive. He smiled and extended his right hand:
“No problem, President Cai. Happy to cooperate.”
“Happy to cooperate, Xiuran.”
The subsequent procedures proceeded efficiently, with legal affairs quickly drafting the new contract.
Jing Xiuran consumed 1 more juxing value, confirmed the contract was correct, and then Chicly signed his name!
From a poor student with only a three-digit balance in his bank account to holding a core role in a phenomenal IP and signing an S-rank newcomer contract with a top film and television company!
All of this took only a few short days!
【Ding! The host has successfully signed with Tangren Film and Television and obtained the key character Demon Lord Chonglou.】
【Completed important achievement: Dragon Entering the Sea】
【Reward issued: juxing value + 60 points! Acting + 3!】
【Current Acting: 69 + 3 = 72 (when portraying Chonglou + 10)】
【juxing value: 18 + 60 = 78 points】
Just as Jing Xiuran was immersed in the system rewards, the prompt sound in his mind rang out again!!
