Rebirth: A Turning Point on Danmei AI Translations

Chapter 9

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Chapter 9#

Chapter 9: Performing Life and Death#

At this time, many had heard of Su Mo, but few had actually seen him.

Though they didn’t recognize him, anyone who appeared alongside Su Jue with such intimacy was undoubtedly a major figure. But this major figure seemed rather difficult to approach.

Li Ran heard that Su Jue had come again and rushed over in a huff. But when he saw that person, his attitude did a complete one-eighty. Respectful yet warm, he scratched his unkempt hair as if a bit embarrassed. “Boss Su, what brings you here?”

Chapter 10

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Chapter 10#

Chapter 10: The Wrap Party#

In the final half month, although there was no need to rush the schedule, everything proceeded at a brisk pace. From the director down to every crew member, no one slackened, especially since the boss had promised to reward everyone well after filming wrapped.

Sure enough, as soon as the final scene was shot, Director Li immediately announced that the company would hold a wrap party in three days, asking all cast and crew to attend if possible. He also had the assistant director contact those who had already left the set early after finishing their scenes.

Chapter 11

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Chapter 11#

Chapter 11: Obstacles Ahead#

After Lu Yan left, Su Mo remained seated, unmoving, his expression unreadable.

Su Jue quickly walked over and asked in a low voice, “Brother, how did it go?”

Su Mo finally stirred, letting out a faint sigh. “He turned me down.”

“How is that possible?” Su Jue was somewhat surprised. “Did he think the terms weren’t good enough? Playing hard to get?”

Su Mo looked up at him and shook his head. “I don’t think so.”

Chapter 12

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Chapter 12#

Chapter 12: Turning Point#

A week later, Su Mo returned from a business trip. After getting off the plane, instead of heading home to rest, he went straight to the company to have a look. For a workaholic, the company always held more presence than home.

Su Mo sat in the spacious and comfortable office chair, flipping through the reports in his hand. He read very quickly, nearly skimming a page at a glance, but he didn’t miss a single detail—a skill honed over more than a decade of work. Any excellence came at the cost of immense effort behind the scenes.

Chapter 13

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Chapter 13#

Chapter 13: Contract#

Daisy soon brought in a cup of tea and a cup of coffee.

Lu Yan didn’t stand on ceremony either; he picked up the teacup, took a small sip, and praised, “Excellent tea.”

Su Mo nodded, as if it were only natural, “Mr. Lu is someone who knows his tea.”

Lu Yan smiled faintly and didn’t respond further, slowly savoring his tea.

After a moment of silence, Su Mo spoke, unhurriedly, “The reason I invited Mr. Lu here today is, first and foremost, to apologize to you. The incident a few days ago caused you some losses; I hope you won’t take it to heart.”

Chapter 14

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Chapter 14#

Chapter 14: The Gold Medal Agent#

The two arrived at Qin Feng’s office together. Closing the door, Qin Feng got straight to the point. “The company has arranged for me to take you on. To be honest, I wasn’t too keen on it. I haven’t mentored a newcomer in a long time. But since Chairman Su personally arranged it, I had to give face. However, if you can’t cooperate well, even if Chairman Su intervenes, I’ll have you replaced.”

Chapter 15

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Chapter 15#

Chapter 15: Publicity#

The first stop of the offline promotion was arranged in City H.

Before this, Starry Sky had already heavily promoted the release date and main cast of Blade through the internet and major media outlets. Massive posters had flooded subway passages and cinema billboards in every major city. Within a short time, several official trailers had each garnered over ten million online views. The promotional team this time was still Li Ran’s usual group, with whom he had collaborated no fewer than ten times. Every process was deeply familiar to them, and their tacit agreement was flawless.

Chapter 16

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Chapter 16#

Coffee Shop#

As the promotional campaign for Blade drew to a close, the publicity for the New Year film A Perfect Match also kicked off.

Filming was in its final stages. Unlike Blade, which had been shrouded in secrecy before its completion, A Perfect Match had been releasing bits of news intermittently since shooting began. Various official trailers, character stills, and behind-the-scenes interviews with the crew could be found online by anyone interested. The real publicity push was originally scheduled to come later, but since Lu Yan had roles in both films and both were backed by Starry Sky, and Blade’s promotional momentum was strong, the Perfect Match crew hitched a ride and started their final major campaign early.

Chapter 17

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Chapter 17#

Chapter Seventeen: The Other Side#

The two stared at each other for a moment. Su Mo couldn’t discern Lu Yan’s attitude from his expression and finally had no choice but to shake his head and tell the truth. “No. What I gave you was only that contract, and Qin Feng. I also instructed Su Jue not to interfere in your affairs. As a businessman, I also wanted to know if my investment was worthwhile.”

Chapter 18

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Chapter 18#

Chapter 18: Program Recording#

After a simple breakfast, the phone rang right on cue.

It was Song Hui. The program they were to appear on the next day carried considerable weight, and Qin Feng took it very seriously. He had Song Hui pick up Lu Yan in the afternoon and bring him to the company to prepare in advance.

Lu Yan asked Song Hui to come pick him up after lunch and then hung up. A full day off had turned into a half day, but Lu Yan didn’t complain. This is how the industry worked—if you wanted to look your best in front of others, you had to put in even more effort behind the scenes.

Chapter 19

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Chapter 19: Premiere#

The premiere was held at the largest cinema in the city, grandly staged. All available artists from the company attended, and the massive star presence thrilled the media on site. When Mu Xiao walked through arm in arm with Su Jue, it caused a frenzy of camera flashes.

It was a grand feast of lights and media, pleasing both hosts and guests.

By the time they could finally sit down to watch the film, Lu Yan felt his face, already accustomed to smiling, was a bit stiff, let alone his legs that had been standing almost all day. The entertainment industry truly required physical stamina.

Chapter 20

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Chapter 20#

An Old Friend#

Qin Feng suddenly smiled and said, “Lu Yan, if you’re not too short on money, I suggest you take fewer endorsements in the future, and only pick those with class. You have good looks and great temperament, but if you accept too many miscellaneous ones, those truly influential brands won’t come looking for you.”

Lu Yan also smiled. “I’m single—one person fed, the whole family’s full. I have no debts to repay. Money? Sure, more is better, but less doesn’t matter either. So, Brother Feng, you decide.”

Chapter 21

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Chapter 21#

Xu Yongzhou#

The two of them found a somewhat upscale restaurant nearby and settled into a private room.

Since it was close to Starlight, the restaurants in the area were often frequented by celebrities and entertainers, and most placed a high value on customer privacy, with well-trained staff. So even though these two—one a hot new acting star and the other the male lead of a popular idol drama—were recognized the moment they entered, it didn’t cause much of a stir. The excited waitstaff simply led them to the private room, pulled out autograph paper and pens, and politely asked for their signatures.

Chapter 22

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Chapter 22#

Endorsement#

Ren Yanfei looked somewhat surprised. “I didn’t expect Mr. Lu to have an interest in photography as well.”

Lu Yan smiled. “I’m just very interested in it. Can’t really call it research. I really like the sense of vitality and warmth in your work, Mr. Ren.”

“Please don’t call me Mr. Ren. Just call me Ren Yanfei or Yanfei. I believe we’ll have a pleasant cooperation today.”

Chapter 23

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Chapter 23#

Chapter 23: Street#

Sitting across from him was Su Mo.

He wore a dark trench coat over a light shirt, a departure from the suits he always wore in their previous meetings. His hair, usually meticulously styled, fell slightly disheveled across his forehead. Less formal, yet no less sharp. His gaze remained as focused as ever.

Lu Yan couldn’t help but smile wryly.

This man—why did he always appear just when Lu Yan was about to forget him? His timing was so impeccable it almost made Lu Yan suspect he had a timer hidden somewhere in his heart.

Chapter 24

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Chapter 24#

Chapter 24: New Product Launch#

The next morning, Lu Yan said goodbye to Director Guan and headed to the airport with Song Hui. The rest of the crew had booked afternoon flights back, so there was no rush.

When they arrived at S City, Qin Feng was already waiting there, having arranged accommodations and meals in advance, saving Song Hui a lot of trouble. Lu Yan took a good rest that day, adjusting himself to his best condition.

Chapter 25

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Chapter 25#

Chapter 25: The Storm#

Sure enough, the headlines of all major media outlets the next day were about M Company’s new product launch, with the signing photo of Lu Yan and the others placed in a very prominent position.

Most of the reports were very positive, and one fashion-themed newspaper even went so far as to praise Lu Yan’s taste, from his attire to his hairstyle.

Of course, there were always some dissenting voices, proving that Lu Yan’s concerns were not unfounded. Several media outlets also had Lu Yan on their front pages, but the photos were not from the signing ceremony at the press conference; instead, they were of him helping the female star surnamed Shao on the red carpet. Most of these were from third-rate tabloids, which specialized in reporting all kinds of gossip and digging up celebrities’ private affairs to grab attention. Their forte was taking things out of context and distorting the truth. However, among them was one with greater influence, One Week Entertainment, whose destructive power was far beyond that of those third-rate rags.

Chapter 26

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Chapter 26#

Chapter 26: Exclusive Photographer#

After the filming of Wind Rises wrapped, Lu Yan went back to shoot a few more commercials for M Company’s new endorsements.

Unexpectedly, he ran into Ren Yanfei again at the set.

“Hey, Lu Yan, we meet again.” Ren Yanfei greeted with a smile.

Lu Yan was pleasantly surprised. “Ren Yanfei? It’s you!”

“The photos I took for you last time—M Company’s higher-ups said they felt really good about them. So they formally invited me to be the lead photographer for this project. So, once again, please guide me.” As he spoke, Ren Yanfei gave an exaggerated Western bow.

Chapter 27

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Chapter 27#

Chapter 27: First EP#

Lu Yan had played the violin for a period of time when he was younger, so reading staff notation was no problem for him at all.

As a child, Lu Yan was actually quite musically gifted. He could sing any pop song in full after hearing it just once, and with near-perfect accuracy. His music teacher really loved him and said that his long, slender fingers were perfect for playing the piano. But learning the piano was too expensive. Back then, it was just him and his mother, barely scraping by on her salary alone. There was simply no extra money to send him to study the arts.

Chapter 28

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Chapter 28#

Young Master He#

Lu Yan watched Su Mo’s profile as a faint smile tugged at the corner of his mouth. The lamplight cast a shadow along his long eyelashes, adding an inexplicable layer of allure to his face—indescribably beautiful.

“The post-production is done already? The company’s efficiency is truly remarkable.”

The songs he had recorded just two days prior were naturally familiar to him.

“Actually, not yet,” Su Mo explained. “I had someone give it special treatment. Even when the EP hits the market later, this version will remain one of a kind.” He chuckled, sounding somewhat pleased with himself. “And I’m the first person besides the recording crew to hear these songs. They sound wonderful.”

Chapter 29

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Chapter 29#

Chapter 29: Opportunity#

The previous work had come to an end, and more job opportunities awaited him.

Lu Yan took several scripts from Qin Feng and began to carefully select one.

At this point, Lu Yan hadn’t yet become a huge star, but his reputation was already considerable, giving him plenty of room to choose his scripts. For instance, the scripts in his hands had already been filtered by Qin Feng, ensuring that both the story and the cast were decent enough.

Chapter 30

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Chapter 30#

Mu Xiao#

Lu Yan followed Mu Xiao to a nearby bar. It wasn’t too crowded yet at this hour, so the two habitually found a corner seat to sit down.

The bartender quickly served their drinks. Lu Yan only ordered a regular beer, while Mu Xiao ordered a cocktail called “Blue Mood”—just from the name, it didn’t sound like it would have a low alcohol content.

Mu Xiao swirled the light blue liquid in her glass, taking sips one after another, her gaze gradually growing hazy.

Chapter 31

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Chapter 31#

Zhao Tian’er

By the time the evening was winding down, Zhou Ying was already dead drunk, unable to even stand steady. The producer had no choice but to apologize to He Ming and take on the task of seeing him home.

He Ming waved his hand dismissively, and the producer helped the man out.

The others hadn’t drunk much, but under He Ming’s powerful presence, they barely dared to speak a few words. Seeing the director and producer leave, they quickly made excuses to take their leave as well. He Ming, of course, didn’t object.

Chapter 32

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Chapter 32#

Rumors

The next morning, Lu Yan was woken by the deafening ring of his phone.

He had drunk quite a bit the night before, and after seeing Zhao Tian’er off, he got home a little late. By the time he washed up and went to bed, it was already past two, so he woke up later than usual.

Struggling to get up, he grabbed his phone and saw several missed calls, all from Qin Feng. Lu Yan’s heart tightened. Unless it was something very important, Qin Feng would never call so many times this early. Just as he was about to call back, the phone rang again, not even half a minute after it had stopped.

Chapter 33

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Chapter 33#

Twists and Turns

That day, Zhao Tian’er clarified the matter through the media. She generously admitted that she had had some entanglement with her ex-boyfriend and fortunately Lu Yan was there to help her out, never expecting it would lead to such a misunderstanding. She thanked Lu Yan on one hand and apologized for the trouble she had caused him on the other. Afterward, she also revealed details of her romantic history, diverting public attention.

Chapter 34

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Chapter 34#

The Break

Lu Yan was slightly stunned when he heard the news.

Qin Feng slapped him on the shoulder and laughed, “What, too happy to react?”

Lu Yan shook his head and smiled faintly, “A bit surprised.”

Qin Feng continued, “Yeah, I was surprised too. It was all set, then suddenly they changed their minds and said they wanted to re-audition. I thought it was a lost cause, but then there was this dramatic twist. I’m sure there’s some story behind it, but regardless, we’ve got the role. Time to celebrate.”

Chapter 35

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Chapter 35#

Consolation

Su Mo drove Lu Yan to a scenic hilltop nearby.

The winding mountain road was well-paved. Although it was summer break, it wasn’t the weekend, so there weren’t many cars at this hour.

Su Mo parked at the summit. The altitude wasn’t very high, but it was still a few degrees cooler than down below. The mountain breeze tousled their hair and clothes, yet it gradually lightened the heavy heart.

Chapter 36

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Chapter 36#

The Performance

All the props and set pieces were in place, the lights and cameras were ready, and with the executive director’s shout of “Action,” the camera began to slowly pan.

The first thing to enter the frame was a lamp, casting a warm yellow glow in the room that had been darkened by heavy curtains, creating a sense of relaxation and security.

The camera slowly pulled back. The small room contained only a desk and a reclining chair. A young man lay on the recliner, wearing a plaid shirt with his hair dyed a flashy color. His hands were folded over his chest, his eyes closed, and his pupils moved restlessly beneath his eyelids.

Chapter 37

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Chapter 37#

Two Best Awards

The two most influential film awards in China are the Golden Ox Award and the Hundred Herbs Award. The Golden Ox Award is a jury prize, while the Hundred Herbs Award is a public prize. Since these two awards were originally held in alternate years, they were later combined into one, simply referred to as the Golden Ox Hundred Herbs Film Festival. This year’s award is the Hundred Herbs Award.

Chapter 38

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Chapter 38#

A Throb

Lu Yan slowly opened his eyes.

In truth, he had been awake for a while. He had drifted in and out of consciousness when the car first stopped, but his mind was still a bit foggy, so he hadn’t wanted to open his eyes.

Lu Yan had a special constitution; even if he drank heavily, he could quickly recover with a little rest. He vaguely remembered what had just happened, and recalled that it was he who had suggested going out for a drive.

Chapter 39

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Chapter 39#

An Unexpected Incident

After taking half a day off, Lu Yan returned to the crew.

As soon as he arrived, he was of course greeted with countless congratulations. Lu Yan smiled and said thank you to each person. Gao Xizhe, as always, gave him a hearty slap on the shoulder and laughed loudly, “Lu Yan, great job! You come in and take home two Best Awards right off the bat—fantastic!” Lu Yan modestly said a few words, but in his mind he thought, this is only the beginning.

Chapter 40

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Chapter 40#

Waking Up

When Lu Yan woke up, he first felt a sharp pain where he had been struck, followed by a sensation of tightness. He slowly opened his eyes, and the first thing he saw was a sea of white—he must already be in the hospital. The injuries on his shoulder and back had been bandaged, layer upon layer of gauze making it seem as if he had suffered severe wounds. But Lu Yan knew very well that those weren’t too serious. The real problem was his left calf, which had been crushed—likely a fracture. Yet he couldn’t feel it now because it was encased in a thick plaster cast; the anesthetic probably hadn’t worn off yet.