Ye Qingcheng almost fell to the ground. She hadn't expected Yun Fan to be the first to cause trouble on their first day of work.
He was indeed a restless fellow, though she hadn't expected him to be any other way.
Director Song lost face. As a renowned director in the country, when had he ever been treated with such disrespect?
The crew members present knew Yun Fan and his group were finished. They were just starting out, and on their first day, they dared to be so arrogant with Director Song.
Even Ye Qingcheng couldn't save Yun Fan and the others now. They were facing a permanent ban.
While Director Song was insignificant to Ye Qingcheng, she wouldn't stand up to him for a few newcomers.
At this moment, Director Song, burning with anger, immediately complained to Ye Qingcheng.
"Miss Ye, not only are these newcomers in the wrong, but they also dare to delay the start of the young lady's drama. I beg the young lady to punish them!"
Director Song stated with righteousness, shifting the battle towards Ye Qingcheng.
At this, Ye Qingcheng asked indifferently, "Oh! How do you think they should be punished?"
Upon hearing this, Director Song said fiercely, "I suggest we fire them on the spot and ban them permanently! Let them know the price of offending Miss Ye!"
The moment these words were spoken, many supporting actors present trembled. Director Song's "draw of the sword" was a very serious matter.
Given Director Song's status in the film and television industry, excluding Yang Xuejian, banning these newcomers was more than enough.
After all, Director Song had done such things before. Not long after work began, some supporting actors had already been threatened by Director Song.
It was nothing more than asking them to go to Director Song's room at night to "study the script." Was the script proper? Obviously not.
"Tch!"
Yang Xuejian sneered. Although Director Song was a famous director, this tactic was useless against her.
Just as everyone thought Ye Qingcheng would listen to Director Song's advice, they saw Ye Qingcheng ask Yun Fan, "Are you satisfied with this punishment?"
"Barely satisfied!"
Yun Fan said nonchalantly.
"What?"
Everyone was speechless, unsure if Yun Fan was an idiot. Such a severe punishment, equivalent to ending his career, and he was still "barely satisfied."
They had no idea what Yun Fan was thinking. The correct approach would have been for Yun Fan and the others to beg Ye Qingcheng for mercy.
Then, a few women could have "studied the script" with Director Song for a few days, and the matter would have passed. They hadn't expected his attitude to remain so unyielding even now.
However, in the next moment, Ye Qingcheng said directly, "You, pack your things and get lost!"
"What?"
Director Song froze on the spot because Ye Qingcheng was pointing at him. Yes, it was him.
"Miss Ye, could there be a mistake?"
Director Song quickly pressed, and everyone also thought Ye Qingcheng had made a mistake.
Unexpectedly, Ye Qingcheng said directly, "I haven't made a mistake. From today onwards, you don't need to work in the film and television industry anymore! Otherwise, I'll see you once, and I'll ban you once!"
The moment these words were spoken, everyone was stunned. What on earth was going on? How ridiculous that they had just mocked Yun Fan for being an idiot.
So, the two of them had been referring to Director Song.
"Miss Ye, you can't do this to me. I'm genuinely helping you film!"
Director Song pleaded, trembling.
But Ye Qingcheng said, "So what if you're genuinely helping me film? Who told you to be blind and offend someone you shouldn't have offended!"
Upon hearing this, everyone mentally speculated about Yun Fan's background. Even a big director like Director Song was banned after acting arrogantly in front of Yun Fan.
It seemed Yun Fan's true background was definitely not simple, and he was not a newcomer actor. Perhaps acting was just his pastime.
This thought was surprisingly accurate.
"Mr. Yun, I apologize. I had eyes but failed to recognize Mount Tai. I hope Mr. Yun won't hold it against me and will give me a chance!"
Director Song pleaded with Yun Fan.
He knew Yun Fan's name because he had seen the cast list in advance.
Yun Fan said, "You have no chance with me!"
Yun Fan knew about this person. He was infamous in the industry, yet no one dared to provoke him. Yun Fan would not give such a scoundrel any opportunity.
Director Song nearly fainted. He was making his last desperate attempt.
"Mr. Yun, as long as you let me go, I can use all my resources to make you famous!"
However, Yun Fan remained unmoved.
At this moment, Liu Ming saw this and immediately ordered his men forward to take away Director Song, who had collapsed on the ground, his hope dashed.
At this, everyone recovered from their shock, especially those female supporting actors. They looked at Yun Fan with curious eyes.
Even Director Song, such a prominent director, could be banned just like that by Yun Fan. If they could get close to Yun Fan, their future achievements would be limitless.
However, under the threatening gazes of Yang Xuejian and the other two women, the female supporting actors could only reluctantly retract their seductive looks.
At the same time, they gave up on this idea. With these three peerless beauties around, they stood no chance.
Of course, this didn't rule out the possibility of Yun Fan occasionally wanting some "wild game."
However, when they saw Yun Fan's complete indifference, they were utterly disheartened. It was better to rely on diligence and hard work in acting.
Getting by by latching onto a powerful figure was never the right path.
At this, Ye Qingcheng came before Yun Fan with annoyance. "You've fired the director. Who will be responsible for directing this drama next? You figure it out yourself!"
"No problem! My Sixth Senior Sister's assistant is quite good!"
Yun Fan said directly.
Yang Xuejian's female assistant had the talent to be a director, after all, she had directed the previous drama.
"Hmph!"
Ye Qingcheng snorted coldly, "You figure it out yourself!"
With that, she left in a hurry, leaving everyone to ponder.
Everyone wondered in their hearts. From their conversation, it was clear that Yun Fan showed no respect to Ye Qingcheng.
Looking at Ye Qingcheng's words earlier, it seemed to have a hint of coquettishness. Thus, they concluded that Yun Fan's status was no lower than Ye Qingcheng's.
They might even be involved. Otherwise, why would Ye Qingcheng act so coquettish? What they couldn't understand was that judging by the three women and Yun Fan, there seemed to be something going on.
As the head of the Ye family, would Ye Qingcheng allow other women to share a man with her?
If Ye Qingcheng knew their thoughts, she would undoubtedly bury them alive. Who was acting coquettish? Her whole family was.
"Alright, everyone, prepare to get to work!"
"Yes!"
Everyone returned to their positions, but they acted cautiously, treading on eggshells, for fear of offending Yun Fan.
Even someone like Director Song could be banned at will. For them, who were at the bottom of the entertainment industry, it would be even easier.
Seeing this, Yun Fan immediately said, "Don't be nervous, everyone. I'm a very easy-going person!"
Everyone was speechless. They couldn't see where Yun Fan was being easy-going. However, under Yun Fan's lively presence, the tense atmosphere quickly dissipated.
Especially those female supporting actors. During breaks, they offered unsolicited favors, with some offering to massage Yun Fan, some bringing him food,
and some holding umbrellas for him.
However, Yun Fan refused them all. He originally wanted to experience this "emperor-like" life.
But his Sixth Senior Sister, Lin Tianxin, and Yang Xuejian were watching. If he dared to do anything out of line, he was dead.
...
At this moment, Qin Tian arrived at an ancient yet luxurious mansion.
This mansion was so grand that even a wealthy family would not be qualified to enjoy its scale.
It could be said that this was the most unique mansion in Jinling, because its owner was the Crown Prince.
At this, a man with the demeanor of an emperor personally received Qin Tian. He was not old, perhaps around the same age as Yun Fan.
At most, he was no more than three years older than Yun Fan, but even while seated, he exuded a powerful aura.
This aura was something even Qin Tian had to handle with great care.
"Qin Tian pays his respects to the Crown Prince!"
Qin Tian said respectfully.
Although he held a significant position in the military and had no need to perform such a grand ceremony for the Crown Prince, he still obediently bowed. He knew the Crown Prince's methods. Even with his noble status, a single word from the Crown Prince could strip him of everything.
At this, the Crown Prince asked, "Why does Marshal Qin have the leisure to visit me?"
His tone was calm, yet it carried a heavy sense of oppression. As the foremost prodigy of Jinling, the Crown Prince lived up to his title.
Qin Tian said with a somber expression, "I originally dared not disturb the Crown Prince, but someone has gone too far and broke my son Qin Yu's legs. Therefore, I have specifically come to ask the Crown Prince to uphold justice for my son!"
"How is Qin Yu now?"
A hint of concern appeared on the Crown Prince's face. After all, Qin Yu was his subordinate, and a subordinate with some weight.
His concern was normal.
"Thank you for your concern, Crown Prince. My son is temporarily out of danger, but he will likely never be able to practice martial arts again!"
Qin Tian said with grief and indignation.
The Crown Prince also did not expect that there was still someone in Jinling who dared to cripple Qin Yu.
So, he asked, "Who is this person?"
"I have already ascertained his identity. His name is Yun Fan, from Jiangnan!"
Qin Tian revealed Yun Fan's name.
"Hmm?"
The Crown Prince's expression instantly became confused. He hadn't expected Yun Fan to have come from Jiangnan to Jinling. Last time, he had sent his insignificant subordinate Zhang Yuan with his orders to Jiangnan to command the Vermilion Bird to eliminate Yun Fan.
He hadn't expected Zhang Yuan to disappear so inexplicably, without a trace. In his opinion, Zhang Yuan was likely killed by Yun Fan.
Just as he was preparing to deal with Yun Fan again, he hadn't expected Yun Fan to come to Jinling and cripple Qin Yu.
This was truly too arrogant.
So, the Crown Prince said, "With Marshal Qin's strength and means, dealing with a wild kid shouldn't be difficult, right?"
This was also the reason for Qin Tian's distress, so he awkwardly said, "I had originally planned to bring him before my son to apologize, but that person is by his side!"
Then, Qin Tian revealed that person's identity to the Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince looked confused. He hadn't expected that person to be with Yun Fan. Could it be that even that person was no longer content with solitude and had started looking for a man?
But with so many outstanding men in the world, why would she choose Yun Fan?
So, he said directly, "It doesn't matter. That person cannot protect Yun Fan forever. Find an opportunity to kill him. If that person pursues it, I will take responsibility for you!"
Upon hearing this, Qin Tian was overjoyed and quickly thanked him, "Thank you, Crown Prince. I will find someone to take him away now!"
"Remember, take him away openly!"
The Crown Prince instructed Qin Tian.
"Yes!"
Qin Tian understood the Crown Prince's meaning. By fabricating a crime for Yun Fan, he could openly take Yun Fan away and then execute him.
Although he was wary of that person, with the Crown Prince helping him bear the burden, he had no more worries.
...
With the experience of the first part, in this second drama, Yun Fan and the others were quite familiar with the process. Therefore, they filmed three days' worth of scenes in one day.
Of course, Yun Fan believed that the speed wasn't solely due to experience. The main reason was that his Sixth Senior Sister hadn't altered the script this time.
Therefore, there was no need for improvisations. However, Yang Xuejian had already taken a copied script away.
Was it possible for the script to go so smoothly?
Between the male and female leads, if something didn't happen, how could there be any excitement?
Meanwhile, Lin Tianxin and Jiang Xueyan inwardly grumbled. Although they were the female leads, they were unequivocally the female villains.
Lin Tianxin played the Demon Cult Leader, an ancient demon who wanted to devour the male protagonist, a demon slayer, every day.
As for Jiang Xueyan, she had it even worse, directly playing the male protagonist's cruel stepmother.
Neither of them had a good image, but the good thing was that they didn't get "boxed lunch" after just one episode, and they held on until the end before dying.
The four of them returned to the hotel and called Leng Ningshuang, preparing to go out for dinner. Of course, one more person had joined them.
This person was Bai Zhilan.
Just as they were about to go for dinner, a large group of people armed with firearms suddenly arrived. They were wearing uniforms, and it was clear there were at least five hundred of them.
They had sealed off the entire area, and passers-by were terrified, not knowing why so many people had been mobilized.
At this, everyone aimed their guns at Yun Fan and the others. Yun Fan's eyes immediately turned cold.
The leader was none other than Qin Tian's right-hand man, the God of War of Xiaoyao.
The God of War of Xiaoyao walked out from the crowd and yelled at Yun Fan, "We suspect you are involved in a terrorist plot. Please come back with us for an investigation. Resisting will result in immediate execution!"
Yun Fan was unfazed. He said, "That might be a mistake on your part. I'm just an actor, not a terrorist!"
But the God of War of Xiaoyao said, "We have already obtained preliminary evidence. If you remain stubborn, don't blame this God of War for being impolite!"
"Ridiculous!"
Yun Fan sneered, "Then please present your evidence!"
"Hmph!"
The God of War of Xiaoyao snorted coldly, "Since you are so stubborn, then don't blame this God of War for taking action!"
"Men, take him and all related individuals away. Anyone who dares to resist will be shot on sight!"
"Yes!"
Instantly, dozens of people rushed forward, intending to forcibly take Yun Fan away.
Leng Ningshuang and the other two women exuded killing intent. Zhao Fenghua, in particular, was preparing to deliver a fatal blow to the God of War of Xiaoyao.
"Wait!"
At this moment, another group of people arrived, confronting the God of War of Xiaoyao's men. A person walked out from the crowd.
It was none other than Lin Wushuang!
"Brother Yun, I apologize, I'm late!"
Lin Wushuang said apologetically to Yun Fan.
He had been in seclusion for the past few days, so he hadn't known that Yun Fan had been in Jinling for several days. He had just come out of seclusion today and heard the news of Yun Fan's arrival in Jinling.
Therefore, he had come to find Yun Fan. However, he had heard that Qin Tian was planning to deal with Yun Fan recently, so he had gathered a group of men to come.
"It's fine, just in time!"
Yun Fan smiled calmly. He could see that Lin Wushuang had extraordinary talent and seemed to be aiming for the Half-Step Innate realm, but in Yun Fan's opinion, there wasn't enough time.
Lin Wushuang's entry into the Half-Step Innate realm was inevitable, but it would require at least half a year of refinement, otherwise, even if he entered, it would not be stable.
"God Lin, this person is involved in a terrorist case and might be the mastermind. I hope God Lin will not obstruct us!"
The God of War of Xiaoyao's tone contained a hint of fear. Although they were both Gods of War, there was a significant gap between him and Lin Wushuang.
Firstly, Lin Wushuang's strength was greater than his. Secondly, Lin Wushuang's background was more profound. After all, Lin Wushuang's grandfather was a top big shot!
Even a God of War was merely an insignificant ant before that big shot.
Finally, Lin Wushuang's status was also higher than his. One must know that Lin Wushuang was a favored subordinate of the Heavenly Emperor, while he was merely Qin Tian's right-hand man. Their achievements were incomparable.
Lin Wushuang said coldly, "You are mistaken. He is my friend, not a terrorist!"
"Take your men and get lost! I don't have time to argue with you!"
Lin Wushuang showed no regard for the God of War of Xiaoyao whatsoever.
The God of War of Xiaoyao's face fell. He said sternly, "This matter is being investigated by Marshal Qin. Are you questioning Marshal Qin?"
He directly invoked Qin Tian's name, thinking that if Lin Wushuang didn't give him face, he would at least give Qin Tian face.
"Hmph! If I say he isn't, then he isn't. If Qin Tian really wants someone, he can come and ask me!"
Lin Wushuang said domineeringly, directly mentioning Qin Tian's name, implying that even invoking Qin Tian's name was useless.
The God of War of Xiaoyao was furious internally, not expecting Lin Wushuang to disregard even Qin Tian's face. However, there was nothing he could do.
Who told him he had a good grandfather?
However, if he couldn't take the person back this time, he wouldn't be able to explain himself to Qin Tian. Thus, his mind raced, and he said again, "This matter has been personally instructed by the Crown Prince. Do you, God Lin, also refuse to give the Crown Prince face?"
The God of War of Xiaoyao felt very smug at this moment. No matter how arrogant Lin Wushuang was, he didn't put him in his eyes.
He didn't put Qin Tian in his eyes either, but surely he couldn't ignore the Crown Prince, right?
However, Lin Wushuang's face turned cold, "God of War of Xiaoyao, how dare you slander the Crown Prince? What is your intention?"
"What?"
The God of War of Xiaoyao was stunned. When had he slandered the Crown Prince?
Lin Wushuang said coldly, "The Crown Prince has no right to deploy troops. Now, you are slandering the Crown Prince for deploying troops. You are trying to frame the Crown Prince!"
That's right, the Heavenly Emperor strictly controlled the Crown Prince, absolutely forbidding him from meddling in military affairs. Even if it was only a few hundred people, it still constituted deployment of troops.
As for offending the Crown Prince, Lin Wushuang didn't think much of it. After all, the Crown Prince and the Lin family were not on good terms, so he was not afraid of offending the Crown Prince.
Even if he gave the Crown Prince face this time, the Crown Prince would not be grateful, especially since Yun Fan was his savior.
Therefore, what did it matter if he offended the Crown Prince? As long as the Crown Prince did not ascend to that position, he would not be wary.
The moment these words were spoken, the God of War of Xiaoyao was stunned. Regardless, he had never expected Lin Wushuang to make a mountain out of a molehill.
At this, Lin Wushuang threatened, "If you don't take your men and leave, I will have to report this to the Heavenly Emperor!"
Instantly, the God of War of Xiaoyao was greatly alarmed. It seemed he couldn't take the person away today.
So, he reluctantly ordered, "Withdraw!"
However, before leaving, he was still unwilling and threatened Lin Wushuang, "Lin Wushuang, no matter how good your background is! Thirty years east, thirty years west! Today's humiliation, this God of War will surely repay you tenfold!"
As soon as his words fell, Lin Wushuang stepped forward and slapped him across the face.
"Slap!"
The slap was incredibly loud, astonishing everyone. No one had expected Lin Wushuang to slap him so brazenly.
Especially the God of War of Xiaoyao, he was filled with indignation. He hadn't expected a mere threat to result in undeserved calamity.
"Bold!"
The God of War of Xiaoyao's subordinates were furious, but none dared to point their guns at Lin Wushuang.
"Forget it!"
The God of War of Xiaoyao commanded and left in humiliation.
At this, Lin Wushuang ordered, "Lift the blockade!"
"Yes!"
His men lifted the blockade, and everything seemed as if nothing had happened.
At this, he asked Yun Fan, "Brother Yun, why did you offend the Crown Prince and Qin Tian?"
Yun Fan explained the matter concerning Qin Yu, and Lin Wushuang then understood the reason.
But Yun Fan continued, "Of course, this alone is not enough. My feud with the Crown Prince actually began in Jiangnan!"
"Oh?"
Lin Wushuang looked at Yun Fan with confusion.
Yun Fan then explained the entire cause and effect of Commander Yu's downfall to Lin Wushuang.
"What?"
At this moment, Lin Wushuang finally understood the root cause of the matter. It turned out that the downfall of Commander Yu had involved so many people's interests.
Even more ironically, the Crown Prince was among them.
Aware of the seriousness of the situation, he said apologetically to Yun Fan, "Brother Yun, I'll come to drink with you in a couple of days. I need to tell my grandfather about this now!"
"Go ahead!"
After Lin Wushuang took his leave, the women looked at Yun Fan with concern. But Yun Fan remained relaxed and cheerful, saying, "Don't worry too much. If the sky falls, I'll hold it up. Let's go eat!"
The women followed Yun Fan to eat, but inadvertently, a terrifying killing intent flashed across Leng Ningshuang's face.
...
That night, at the Crown Prince's mansion, after Qin Tian told him about the matter, the Crown Prince reassured him that he would help resolve it.
Qin Tian then withdrew helplessly. He hadn't expected Yun Fan to not only be involved with "that woman" but also to have ties to the Lin family.
This made him hesitant, as he couldn't afford to offend either of these two forces. Now, to seek revenge, he could only rely on the Crown Prince. Su Dan Novel Network.
At this, the Crown Prince's expression turned cold, "I underestimated you."
He hadn't expected Yun Fan to be so lucky, having these two powerful figures backing him.
However, the Crown Prince was not discouraged at all. After all, he had already decided to kill Yun Fan, and no one could save him.
Just then, the Crown Prince took a sip of tea and said calmly, "Friend, since you're here, why hide? Come out and meet me!"
The next moment, a figure in black appeared, who was Leng Ningshuang in disguise.
She said coldly to the Crown Prince, "Are you prepared to commit suicide, or shall I help you?"
"So you're here to kill me!"
The Crown Prince sneered, "I don't seem to have offended you, do I? Why assassinate me?"
To dare to assassinate the Crown Prince was a major crime.
Leng Ningshuang said with killing intent, "You haven't offended me, but you have offended someone you shouldn't have offended!"
"Oh? In this world, besides my father, there is no one I cannot afford to offend!"
The Crown Prince chuckled playfully.
At this, Leng Ningshuang wasted no words and attacked directly, heading for the Crown Prince.
Just as she reached the Crown Prince, two figures suddenly appeared, blocking in front of the Crown Prince.
"Boom!"
After exchanging a palm strike, all three staggered back. Since they were all Half-Step Innate experts, none of them gained an advantage from this blow.
Although the two were Half-Step Innate, individually, their strength was not as great as Leng Ningshuang's. Leng Ningshuang could defeat either of them,
but with the two of them working together, she was helpless against them.
Subsequently, the three engaged in a fierce battle.
In the blink of an eye, they had exchanged dozens of moves, and even half of the hall was destroyed, but the Crown Prince still sat there calmly, sipping his tea.
Seeing that she could not gain the upper hand, Leng Ningshuang decisively retreated.
"Where do you think you're going?"
The two chased after her, but their speed could not match Leng Ningshuang's, and they let her escape.
Afterward, the two reported with shame to the Crown Prince, "Your Highness, this person's strength is immense. We could not keep her!"
"It's alright!"
The Crown Prince said calmly, "Her strength is greater than yours, so it's normal that you couldn't keep her!"
"We will definitely find out who this person is!"
The two promised the Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince said, "No need. Since she has tried to assassinate me once, she will try a second time! There is no need to investigate!"
"Yes!"
The two retreated. In reality, the Crown Prince had already guessed who the assassin was. Although he didn't know her specific identity, he guessed that she was someone from Yun Fan's side.
Even the Crown Prince hadn't expected Yun Fan to have such an expert by his side. It seemed he had underestimated Yun Fan.
However, his expression remained undiscouraged. To the Crown Prince, the stronger the opponent, the more interesting the game.
This was just the beginning. At this moment, he had already regarded Yun Fan as an equal opponent. After all, two consecutive setbacks were the result of him underestimating Yun Fan.
He was not a brainless person to be able to maintain his position and have so many trusted subordinates. He would not underestimate Yun Fan again. At the same time, he also thought that perhaps Yun Fan had also guessed his intentions and was retaliating against him.
Therefore, at this moment, he discarded all his previous plans and began to make new ones.
...
Back at the hotel, Leng Ningshuang looked dejected. She had thought that with her strength, she could have assassinated the Crown Prince stealthily.
But she hadn't expected the Crown Prince to have experts by his side. The strength of these two was immense. It was fortunate that it was her; others might not have been able to leave.
Moreover, the Crown Prince hadn't made a move himself throughout. In her opinion, the Crown Prince was by no means an ordinary person.
However, upon closer thought, she realized she had been careless. The Crown Prince held immense power and was the son of the Heavenly Emperor. How could he not have experts around him?
If she hadn't been reckless and charged directly, but had meticulously planned, perhaps she could have succeeded. But now that the alarm had been raised, she might not have another chance to assassinate him.