Chapter 108.2: VG Advertisement Full Version
According to Jiang Jinya, what Shen Xiu needed was rapid progress in acting skills. That meant they couldn’t follow the usual slow, step-by-step teaching method. Sun Yue chose to have Shen Xiu perform directly so she could assess his acting level and offer targeted guidance.
Shen Xiu took the script and sat down on the sofa across from Sun Yue, responding obediently, “Okay.”
With that, he lowered his gaze and turned to the page Sun Yue had mentioned. According to his usual process, he would recite the lines the first time through, then move on to understanding the scene’s meaning during the second pass, and finally start exploring the emotional depth during the third.
Sun Yue sat across from him, watching as he began reading the script without wasting even a second, and couldn’t help feeling puzzled.
The fact that Shen Xiu became an idol was already hard for her to understand. Given the background that circulated online about his family, most would assume becoming an entertainer was considered an unserious career choice.
But Shen Xiu insisted on becoming one anyway—and not just any entertainer, but an idol. Now he was even planning to cross over into acting. Was he intending to stay in the entertainment industry long-term?
Did his family not oppose this at all?
Then Sun Yue recalled how Shen Xiu had braved a storm just to personally buy roses for his mother.
From that, she deduced that the atmosphere in Shen Xiu’s family was likely quite warm and supportive. It made sense that they wouldn’t interfere with his decision to enter showbiz.
“Teacher Sun, I’m ready.”
“Hm?” Sun Yue’s thoughts were interrupted by Shen Xiu’s voice.
She glanced at the watch on her wrist—only fifteen minutes had passed since Shen Xiu started reading the script.
Sun Yue looked at him. “Are you sure?”
The scene was short, and Shen Xiu had long since finished reading and understanding it. But knowing how strict Teacher Sun could be, he played it safe and spent an extra five minutes reviewing.
He had confirmed three times that he hadn’t misremembered the lines or misunderstood the scene’s meaning. Only after careful thought did he dare to speak.
So Shen Xiu answered with certainty, “I’m sure.”
Sun Yue took a sip of tea to moisten her throat. “I’ll count down from three. Begin after that.”
Shen Xiu nodded. “Okay.”
Sun Yue said, “Three, two, one—start.”
As her voice fell, Shen Xiu immediately began his performance—acting into the air as if his scene partner were right in front of him…
Five minutes later, the performance ended. Shen Xiu blinked awkwardly, using the motion to dry the tears welling in his eyes before they could fall.
Only after making sure he wouldn’t cry after finishing did Shen Xiu carefully speak: “Teacher Sun, was it okay?”
Hearing his voice, Sun Yue snapped out of the sorrowful atmosphere Shen Xiu had just created.
She looked at Shen Xiu—his cold and composed expression made it impossible to connect him with the character he had just portrayed: a man full of emotion, tears in his eyes, who still mercilessly poisoned his entire sect.
His ability to break out of the role in a split second after finishing left Sun Yue stunned.
But what shocked her even more was the mastery of his performance just now.
Sun Yue stared at Shen Xiu, speechless.
It was Shen Xiu’s first time acting, and though he had already been nervous, Sun Yue’s prolonged silence only made him more anxious.
This scene reminded Shen Xiu of a painful memory—those times on stage when his singing left the audience in stunned silence.
Was history repeating itself on the acting stage?
Had his “poisonous” acting just rendered Teacher Sun speechless?
As expected, understanding a script and being able to truly perform it were two different things.
“Teacher Sun, I…”
Just as Shen Xiu was about to apologize for his “terrible” acting, Sun Yue finally gathered her thoughts and gave a serious critique: “Okay? What do you mean ‘okay’?”
“Do you think ‘okay’ is a strong enough word for what I just saw?”
Shen Xiu: “!”
It’s over. Teacher’s angry…
“This was absolutely perfect!” She exclaimed. “It was textbook-level acting!”
Shen Xiu began to doubt reality. “Teacher Sun… are you being serious?”
Hearing the confused doubt hidden in Shen Xiu’s usually calm voice, Sun Yue thought to herself that her best friend hadn’t lied to her after all.
Shen Xiu was great in every way—just too intense. His standards for himself were way too high. He always felt he wasn’t doing enough, that there was still room to improve.
Sun Yue finally understood why Shen Xiu was known among the “studyholics” as the true elite—the ultimate overachiever.
“Of course I’m serious,” she replied.
There was no doubt that Shen Xiu had already undergone rigorous acting training. First an idol, now stepping into acting, and according to her best friend, possibly a future director.
It was all clearly part of a path Shen Xiu had planned for himself long ago.
Others entered showbiz to make money; Shen Xiu, on the other hand, was most likely there to gain life experience—a sort of real-world leveling system.
And the reason he sought her out as a teacher? Almost certainly to review and solidify the acting skills he’d already mastered.
Shen Xiu: “…Thank you.”
He understood now—Teacher Sun’s earlier claims about being strict were just to scare him a little.
In truth, she was just like Teacher Jiang: a sharp tongue with a soft heart. She talked tough, but when it came to real interaction, she was incredibly kind.
It was his first time acting, and already he’d received such warm praise from his teacher. Although Shen Xiu knew it wasn’t good to be too proud, he couldn’t help but feel secretly delighted inside.
But being with his teacher, Shen Xiu still didn’t know what to talk about. So he chose to continue the lesson.
He took the initiative to ask, “Teacher, what scene are we doing next?”
That only confirmed Sun Yue’s suspicion even more.
So it was just as she thought—Shen Xiu was here to review and solidify his acting skills! Even though his performance had been more than good enough, he still wanted to reinforce his abilities before filming. With such a diligent and eager student, what teacher wouldn’t be pleased?
The stern expression Sun Yue had deliberately maintained earlier now vanished, and a smile tugged at her lips as she confidently raised the difficulty level.
“This script—page 7. We’ll start in ten minutes.”
“Okay.” Shen Xiu took the script without a single complaint, lowered his gaze, and immediately began memorizing it for the first round.
Compared to making small talk—where he had no idea what to say—Shen Xiu much preferred “homework.”
…
At ten o’clock that night, Shen Xiu finally left Jiang Jinya’s house, with her arranging a driver to take him home.
As soon as he left, Sun Yue couldn’t help but sigh. “Now I finally understand why you weren’t the least bit worried when your star student went into the entertainment industry as an idol. Turns out you knew all along that Shen Xiu was just there to gain experience.”
Jiang Jinya answered truthfully, “Actually, I didn’t know at first. I was just passing by the training camp to check in on Xiao Bu when I saw Shen Xiu and was completely shocked. But later, when I saw how calm and steady he was, I began to suspect.”
Sun Yue couldn’t help but express concern. “Shen Xiu’s acting is already solid, but Xuan Ji is directing for the first time. Who knows how Shen Xiu’s debut film will turn out?”
Jiang Jinya replied calmly, “I trust Shen Xiu. He’s the kind of person who would never allow any unforeseen variables in his life.”
Sun Yue thought for a few seconds, then said in surprise, “You mean… Shen Xiu might get the investors who support him involved, so he can hold absolute control over the project?”
Jiang Jinya suspected that was the case, but still replied cautiously, “What’s the rush? We’ll find out soon enough.”
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Monday.
At 8 p.m., while Shen Xiu was continuing his acting lesson with Sun Yue at the Jiang residence, VG’s official commercial was released.
@VG: #VG Summer Cool Spokesperson Shen Xiu# In the fusion of day and night, where light and shadow intertwine, he captivates the soul.
#StarlightRing #RoseNight @ShenXiu
Click the link to begin your journey through starlight and rose-colored night —— [Purchase Link] [Video]
—— Ahhh it’s here it’s here, finally! Liking first, watching later!
—— Instant buy, no hesitation!
—— Getting the same ring tonight~
As Shen Xiu’s agent, the system logged into his Weibo account the moment the VG commercial was posted and immediately reposted it:
@ShenXiu: “Starlight and Rose Night—meeting you today.”
//@VG: #VG Summer Cool Spokesperson Shen Xiu# In the fusion of day and night, where light and shadow intertwine, he captivates the soul.
#StarlightRing #RoseNight
Click the link to begin your journey through starlight and rose-colored night —— [Purchase Link] [Video]
The video presented a full day in Shen Xiu’s life.
In the early morning, Shen Xiu appeared wearing loose beige sweatpants, bare-chested, with black boxing gloves on his hands, eyes sharply focused on the black punching bag before him.
With every swift punch, the black Starlight Ring, hanging from a beige cord around his neck, arced gracefully through the air, swinging with the force of each strike before obediently resting against his slightly sweat-slicked, muscular chest.
After the combat training, the next scene showed him in a swimming pool.
Like a wild and beautiful merman, Shen Xiu glided through the water with effortless grace. As he emerged, he ran his long fingers through his damp bangs, and the Starlight Ring between his fingers sparkled as brilliantly as Shen Xiu himself, making it impossible for viewers to look away.
Whether it was Shen Xiu training fiercely in the morning or swimming freely in the water, he was wild and untamed, filled with a reckless freedom and abandon.
The video then switched to the next scene.
Shen Xiu wore a black shirt, casually unbuttoned at the collar. He held a pool cue, swinging it with effortless flair over the billiard table.
As Shen Xiu bent down to strike the ball, the open collar revealed his collarbone, where the black Starlight ring was faintly visible. Meanwhile, the cuff of his shirt was pushed up, exposing a sleek, high-end gray-toned watch.
When the ball rolled perfectly into the pocket after Shen Xiu’s shot, the scene shifted to a bustling banquet hall.
The door of a black luxury car was opened by a valet, and Shen Xiu stepped out, long legs leading the way. He wore a pristine white suit, his bangs slicked back to reveal a refined, smooth forehead.
Stepping out of the car, Shen Xiu glanced toward the banquet hall not far off, then raised his wrist to check his gray-toned watch. A faint crease appeared between his brows as, surrounded by a crowd, he strode toward the hall without changing his composed expression.
After watching the video, the audience of enthusiasts was utterly surprised—a short video of less than three minutes had managed to include so many iconic moments.
— Hiss hah this is no joke! I thought it would be similar to the previous clips, but it’s completely new, totally different. VG really put their heart into this. Boss Xiu is seriously stunning, not exaggerating at all!
— Who directed this? They really get us! Are there any behind-the-scenes clips? Aaaah I want them so badly!
— Sisters, don’t you feel like the morning Shen Xiu training and swimming shows this wild, free-spirited side—so cool and badass! But the Shen Xiu playing billiards in his shirt and the Shen Xiu attending the banquet in his white suit look like they’re temporarily bound by fancy clothes—he’s like a cold and noble heir, with a trace of impatience in his expression. It really tugs at my heartstrings!
— Isn’t the real highlight that the Starlight ring isn’t worn properly on the finger, but strung on a cord around the neck? It gives off a kind of forbidden beauty, as if Boss Xiu has some feelings he can’t officially reveal—he can only hide them at the collar, yet unintentionally wants to flaunt them wildly~
— As a seasoned fan, I’ve already gone all in, hahaha! I’ve even arranged one for my whole family! [Image]
— Whoa, you bought that seven-million-yuan watch? Rich sister, please take care of me!
Alongside the official release of the commercial, the official purchase links were also made available.
Sales weren’t just a matter of interest for Shen Xiu’s fans but also a focus for Shen Xiu’s rivals. Everyone was watching closely to see how well Shen Xiu’s first luxury endorsement would perform.
Without a doubt, if sales didn’t go well, Shen Xiu would become the target of ridicule the next day.
As Shen Xiu’s agent, the system, after reposting VG’s Weibo post, grew increasingly anxious and kept trying to talk to Shen Xiu. Seeing Shen Xiu unmoved, the system started feeling like it was the real spokesperson.
[Aren’t you nervous… hmm? What’s going on???]
Shen Xiu was in the middle of acting class, cherishing the teacher’s patience and kindness, not wanting to mess up and make the teacher stern. He had ignored the system’s messages earlier.
When he heard the system’s voice change tone, he finally asked, [What’s wrong?]
