Retired Villainess Transmigrates into a Cannon Fodder

Golden Agent of the Adonis (96)

Disappointment was evident on Xinxin’s face, and her lips involuntarily turned downwards. “I can’t act? I also want to be on TV.”

Chu Xiang and Fang Zhenxuan exchanged a glance. Fang Zhenxuan put down the script and picked her up, asking, “Xinxin, why do you want to be on TV? Do you think it’s fun?”

Xinxin looked at Fang Zhenxuan on the TV and said, “I think… Being on TV is cool, and I had a lot of fun watching you filming on set. I really liked being on set, but later you didn’t let me come anymore.”

Sister Wen chimed in, “It’s true. Xinxin has an extraordinary passion for acting. She enjoys playing pretend with her friends and acting out scenes from cartoons.”

Fang Zhenxuan’s expression didn’t change much, but his gaze towards Xinxin became more complex. He held her hand a little tighter.

Xinxin, who was physically weak since childhood and often entrusted to neighbors for care, was sensitive to emotions. She hugged Fang Zhenxuan’s neck and asked softly, “Uncle, what’s wrong? Don’t you want me to act? Then I won’t do it.”

Fang Zhenxuan smiled at her and said, “No, if you want to… ” He looked at Chu Xiang, “Can we find a small role for her to try out?”

Chu Xiang nodded without hesitation. “Sure. If Xinxin likes it, let her give it a try.”

Xinxin looked at them happily. “Really? Can I really act? Can I be on TV?”

“Of course.” Chu Xiang smiled and ruffled her hair. “If Xiao Xinxin becomes a little star, will I be your manager?”

“Yes! Sister Chu Xiang is the best!” Xinxin hugged her neck and leaned in to give her a kiss on the cheek.

Fang Zhenxuan blinked and averted his gaze. He didn’t even get a kiss, but this little girl sure knew how to play her cards!

Considering Chu Xiang’s current network, it was relatively easy to find a role for a child. She quickly contacted a children’s drama production and arranged for Xinxin to have a guest appearance as a character that only appeared three to five times. Children’s dramas were targeted towards kids, and Xinxin arrived on set wearing a colorful fluffy dress, holding transformation props. Her smile never faded from her little face, and she actively cooperated with the director’s instructions, performing very well surprisingly.

Chu Xiang and Fang Zhenxuan watched from the sidelines. Fang Zhenxuan’s face showed a somewhat complex expression. He whispered, “Do you think… acting is hereditary?”

Chu Xiang decisively shook her head. “Of course not. Haven’t you seen many celebrity offspring who couldn’t make it in the industry? It’s not something that can be inherited.”

Fang Zhenxuan seemed relieved but also appeared troubled by something. He remained silent for a long time, just gazing at Xinxin, as if he were looking through her at someone else.

After a while, he smiled and said, “This little one has exceptional talent. It’s the first time I’ve seen her so passionate about something. Looks like it will be hard work for you to be her manager. Will it be too troublesome?

“No,” Chu Xiang smiled and then opened her phone to send a few WeChat messages to some people, asking for their help in finding suitable roles for children. There weren’t many roles for kids, and since Xinxin still had to go to school, occasionally filming for fun would suffice. They couldn’t let things get out of balance.

Chu Xiang informed Manager Liang about this matter specifically. Bringing along a child, especially one from Fang Zhenxuan’s family, didn’t bother Manager Liang at all. In fact, he liked Chu Xiang and Fang Zhenxuan’s warm and affectionate personalities. He generously allowed Chu Xiang to become Xinxin’s manager without any connection to the company.

When Xinxin finished filming a small role and returned home, Fang Zhenxuan’s character in The Legend of Noble Consort Jing also exited the series. The scene of him being shot and dying made Xinxin cry. From then on, he would only exist in the memories of the female lead.

Xinxin wasn’t the only one crying. Countless netizens were also moved to tears. They couldn’t believe that the brilliant and dazzling Zhou Yanjun in the drama had died! The book fans who had read the original novel knew that Zhou Yanjun didn’t have many scenes, but even they were reluctant to see Fang Zhenxuan’s portrayal of Zhou Yanjun leave the series!

Especially his restrained and helpless love, it hit them right in the feels! They had no idea how many tears they shed for this character.

A character who was at most the fifth male lead in the drama became a trending topic, surpassing the popularity of the male and female leads. Viewers were engaged in intense discussions, pleading with the production team to bring Zhou Yanjun back, whether through faking his death and going far away or any other means, just don’t let him die!

The entire production team didn’t expect the audience to love Zhou Yanjun so much, or rather, Fang Zhenxuan’s portrayal of the character that made everyone like him.

Since the series had already been filmed and couldn’t be changed, Director Chen remembered his previous thoughts and noticed Fang Zhenxuan’s growing influence. He decided to give Chu Xiang a call.

Director Chen wanted to introduce a role to Fang Zhenxuan. He had a friend, Director Ye, who was shooting a fantasy martial arts film that was nearing completion. Originally, the film had a minor role of an immortal, but because Director Ye hadn’t found a satisfactory actor for the part, he decided to eliminate the character altogether. Director Chen now recommended Fang Zhenxuan to try out for that role.

Fantasy martial arts stories easily captivated audiences because the characters were captivating, and the love, hatred, and emotional struggles were deeply portrayed. Director Chen demanded excellence in his films, and his friend Director Ye was the same. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have cut a role due to dissatisfaction with the actors. Even without considering these factors, an opportunity to be part of a good film was an invaluable resource for Fang Zhenxuan’s current status. Whether he could open the door to the film industry meant he could reach a broader sky.