As expected, that voice belonged to Teacher Feng Xiaoxiao.
I really admire her; out of so many people, she still recognized Lin Huining at a glance.
Her voice was a bit loud, and the actors queuing for auditions nearby also turned their attention to the three of them.
"I was wondering who it was, but it turns out to be Teacher Feng, who made it onto the trending search for rolling her eyes the other day. Tsk, can't even manage your expressions, and you're here auditioning?"
Kevin, with Lin Huining on his arm, walked towards Feng Xiaoxiao as he spoke. Kevin was already tall, and Lin Huining was wearing high heels today, instantly diminishing Feng Xiaoxiao's previous defiant air.
"Heh, being on the trending search means I have popularity. Unlike Teacher Lin, who's so obscure no one knows where she is, yet she has the nerve to audition for Director Li's play."
Feng Xiaoxiao, unwilling to back down, continued to taunt, "Oh~ I get it. I heard Teacher Lin recently got a sugar daddy. You must have been brought here by your benefactor to see the world, right!"
Kevin, seeing her arrogant demeanor, was about to retort when Lin Huining stopped him.
Lin Huining actually had some respect for Feng Xiaoxiao. Pei Corporation had terminated several endorsements with her simultaneously, yet she could still come out and mock others as if nothing had happened... Was she made of cockroach parts?
"Teacher Feng, whether I have a benefactor or not is yet to be seen, but your words suggest you have plenty of experience. Haven't you been sent by benefactors to various film sets to see the world quite a bit? Otherwise, with your exaggerated acting, how did you become the lead actress?"
"You..."
"What do you mean, me?! Do you even have acting skills? Did I say something wrong? Don't you go online? Can't you see what people say about you?"
"Remember that the comments are ones you paid for. Don't end up believing them just because someone paid to praise your acting!"
"One should know oneself, Feng Xiaoxiao."
At these words, the people nearby couldn't help but laugh.
The people auditioning today were mostly talented actors who lacked popularity, and they were somewhat envious and resentful of traffic-seeking vases like Feng Xiaoxiao, whose fame was bought with money.
Lin Huining's words echoed the sentiments of many.
Why do talented actors struggle to find work, while talentless vases can freely ruin good roles? This industry is truly sick! Severely sick!
Feng Xiaoxiao's face turned green after being mocked by everyone. She jumped up, ready to curse, "Lin Huining, you..."
Li Yu happened to arrive at that moment and saw her about to lose it, so he quickly grabbed her and forcibly took her away.
Lin Huining finally understood. Feng Xiaoxiao was like garbage; the word for her was simply "vile"!
She clearly got an itch if she didn't stir up trouble. It was because Lin Huining had been too nice to her that she had become increasingly arrogant.
Hopefully, this lecture would make her see reason!
Kevin watched Lin Huining, who was spewing insults like a firecracker, with joy like he had found treasure. He proudly gave her a thumbs-up.
"A perfect score, don't be modest."
Lin Huining pulled him aside, and the energy she had just used to retort instantly dissipated. She looked a little embarrassed, "Feng Xiaoxiao is quite difficult to deal with. Will offending her affect my future work?"
The little white lotus is the best camouflage for a bad woman. Lin Huining decided to be the little white lotus!
"What are you afraid of? She has Pei Jimo behind her, and you have Pei Yihan behind you!"
Kevin was as arrogant as ever, his orchid finger almost pointing at Lin Huining's face. She tugged his arm, signaling him to be more discreet. "I never said Pei Yihan was behind me!"
She had signed a non-disclosure agreement!
Kevin gave her a knowing look, then thoughtfully couldn't help but advise her, "Precious Ning, when rich people like them dote on someone, it's like buying a toy. Once the novelty wears off, they forget about it..."
"While President Pei is still infatuated with you, you should strive to improve your own status. Strength can eliminate fear."
Lin Huining knew Kevin was genuinely advising her. She nodded emotionally; true sincerity is the most precious thing in this world!
"Alright, let's go see Director Li."
Kevin casually asked a few staff members, and soon he was pulling Lin Huining to knock on the director's lounge door.
Lin Huining was a little nervous. She had studied the script and Li Daoyuan's previous works these past few days, knowing he was not a director with a false reputation. His works had real substance and spirit; he knew what the audience wanted to see.
Facing someone so capable, she instinctively felt anxious, afraid of revealing her inexperience.
Li Daoyuan looked younger than in his photos, with a buzz cut and striking, thick eyebrows. He sat in his chair, not looking at them at all, his voice somewhat indifferent.
"You're Lin Huining?"
"Hello, Director Li. I'm Lin Huining from Galaxy."
Lin Huining extended her hand with a polite smile. After being ignored, she gracefully withdrew it.
Who knew how nervous she was inside! Talented people really do have pride!
"I heard your evaluation of Feng Xiaoxiao outside just now."
Li Daoyuan flipped through a booklet in his hand, a playful smile playing on his lips. He slowly looked up, and his question emerged deliberately, "However, how are you different from her?"
Seeing her face, a flash of admiration crossed Li Daoyuan's eyes. He had to admit his childhood friend had excellent taste; this woman was even more beautiful than in her photos.
Even with a light makeup, her exquisite features were like a vibrant flower in full bloom.
Beauty, at any time, is a shortcut.
Unfortunately, he had seen too many pretty faces; the flicker of surprise in his heart was fleeting.
Lin Huining felt her dignity was offended, yet she couldn't defend herself, as she was indeed the lead actress whose role was bought with money.
Clenching her fists, she still managed a proper smile and said, her voice neither subservient nor arrogant, "I will prove with my acting that I am different from her."
"Oh? Really?" Li Daoyuan said with a half-smile, his disdain openly displayed. So, she was still a vase who cared about her pride~
"I will look forward to it."
Lin Huining was puzzled by the naked hostility emanating from him. She quickly asked the system in her mind.
"Duōfú, is this Director Li crazy? Does he have a problem with me? Did the original host have any contact with him before?"
【According to the current information available to Duōfú, the original host had no contact with Li Daoyuan.】
Alright, that clarifies it. This person is crazy.
"Director Li, Mr. Pei has arrived."
A staff member suddenly knocked on the door. Hearing it was Mr. Pei, Kevin nudged Lin Huining... Didn't you say President Pei was on a business trip abroad?
Lin Huining nudged back... Yes, he left this morning. I personally saw him off.
Kevin nudged again... Then who is this Mr. Pei?
Lin Huining nudged... Yes, who is this guy?