Chapter 98: The Original Heroines Have Taken Notice!

So that day, he faced a dozen thugs wielding sharp blades just like this…

The director hurried out to call in the assistant director and the screenwriter, urging them to see for themselves the actor he had chosen—wasn’t he exactly as described in the script? He matched the original depiction of the supporting male character in the novel perfectly, as if he had stepped straight out of its pages!

The original author had just arrived at the set. The moment she saw Lin Yu, her eyes lit up; she rushed over, scrutinizing him from head to toe in disbelief, then cried out excitedly.

“It’s him! No one else can portray Qi Xiu the way I imagined! Only him!”

The author was a young woman in her twenties, celebrated for several bestselling novels across major websites. Her fans affectionately called her “the stepmother of supporting male characters.” Every supporting hero she wrote was outstanding and compassionate, yet always met a tragic end.

The author’s approval was the highest praise an actor could receive. Gripping Lin Yu’s hand, she led him to the director. “It must be him—no one else will do!”

Wu De nodded in agreement. “Alright, it’s settled. No need for an audition. Just sitting there, you’re already Qi Xiu. There aren’t many lines; you only need to be present, and that’s enough.”

“Thirty thousand yuan for the role. The payment will be transferred as soon as the contract is signed.”

Wait, what?! You could really earn money just by sitting there? Acting was this easy? No lines, and thirty thousand yuan straight to your account? Incredible!

No wonder so many people dream of becoming actors!

Money was important, of course, but the boss’s opinion mattered too. Without her nod, no matter how good the offer, the contract couldn’t be signed!

Wu De belatedly remembered to consult Ji Ya, scratching his head in embarrassment.

“Sorry, boss, I forgot in the heat of the moment. What do you think? Should we hold an audition?”

Ji Ya smiled faintly. “No need.”

The author insisted no one else would do; if they replaced Lin Yu, this young woman might throw a tantrum and cancel the contract with their company altogether.

The author’s opinion was crucial!

With the contract settled, the next step was scheduling.

Lin Yu was no longer unemployed—he’d signed on to a dating show (though it was on pause, it might resume at any time, so he needed to be ready for filming). “Talent Show” would continue filming in a week; as the competition intensified, the schedule grew tighter. Now, with a movie role added, he couldn’t split himself into three. This was where an agent’s importance became clear.

After discussion, everyone arranged Lin Yu’s three jobs in a balanced schedule—he wouldn’t be overworked and would even have time for travel.

As for salary? Ji Ya set the rates herself. Initially, she hadn’t expected Lin Yu to accept, so the pricing was set at market value. But for Lin Yu, the rate would be different.

“Talent Show” offered thirty thousand yuan for living expenses; the movie role couldn’t pay less than that. Ji Ya considered it and finally settled on forty-five thousand yuan.

She didn’t need to explain the raise. Xiao Lin watched Ji Ya’s transformation, noticing how the once indifferent heiress now cared for others—she must have changed!

And it was specifically Lin Yu who brought about this change! Subtle, distinctive, and unprecedented!

Even more exciting, Ji Ya set the film salary at forty-five thousand yuan—well above market rate. The author, meanwhile, played with the clothes Lin Yu wore, acting like a fangirl, constantly marveling at his appearance.

Then she waved her hand grandly: “With such a handsome young man joining my script, I’ve decided to reward him with an extra ten thousand yuan! Young man, hand over your contact information—let’s hang out sometime!”

Lin Yu: ?

Wait, you’re a lady, after all—there’s a difference between men and women! How could I hang out with you in the restroom?

Surely, you’re joking!

Ji Ya’s gaze suddenly cooled, though it quickly faded. Xiao Lin caught a hint of jealousy.

Oh—heiress is jealous!

She felt smug; her suspicions were confirmed. She’d never been in love herself, but she’d seen enough romance—watching others was even more interesting!

She wondered how long it would take for these two to pierce the veil of ambiguity.

The author’s admiration wasn’t just about Lin Yu’s looks. Such an attractive young man could embody any supporting character she imagined, thanks to his remarkable versatility.

The extra payment wasn’t simply for his contact information; it was about the possibility of future collaboration. Her works had been adapted into many series, but the casting for supporting male roles had always been disappointing. Finding the right actor at last—she had to secure him!

And how do you win over an entertainer? With money, of course!

To her, it was merely the cost of a handbag; a single book could make her a fortune. If a little money ensured a smooth partnership, she wouldn’t refuse.

Ji Ya supervised the new contract herself, including the author’s ten-thousand-yuan bonus and Lin Yu’s contact information.

The author’s writing talent was undeniable; she was famous across major websites. If they could collaborate on a big IP, the company’s other artists would have more opportunities.

Ji Ya checked the contract personally. Lin Yu had no objections and signed immediately, with nothing to doubt.

A win-win situation.

Lin Yu returned to his hotel, barely settling in before Wu De’s sudden late-night visit startled him—a man knocking on another man’s door in the middle of the night? Wait… this felt oddly suspicious.

“Don’t misunderstand, I just want to ask your bank account number.”

After Wu De explained, Lin Yu realized in embarrassment that the bank card he’d submitted was no longer in use. He’d always used the company card for transactions, with salary paid by the company, so he hadn’t noticed his personal card had been inactive for lack of funds.

He apologized and provided a new account number; Wu De promptly arranged the payment. Such swift payment was clearly to keep Lin Yu—the cash cow—close. Lin Yu understood, but didn’t refuse, since he needed to expand his network.

As Ji Ya explained,

Wu De was one of Ji Fei’s most frequent collaborators, with various international nominations. Besides the company’s productions, she sometimes accepted outside projects. If Lin Yu could form a long-term partnership with Wu De, he’d never lack acting opportunities.

Of course, with Ji Fei’s support, Lin Yu still needed to work hard. Capital alone wasn’t enough; without talent, no one could elevate you.