Drama Queen Reborn as a Top Student!

Chapter 1154 - 585: Retirement from Acting

No one expected Shen You’an to refuse.

Director Lin Hua, he’s a top international director!

Getting a role in his movie is even less likely than winning the lottery.

Xie Quan’s recommendation is what so many actors dream of, yet Shen You’an brazenly refused. Doesn’t she know the prestige of Director Lin Hua?

Chen Fangzhou was so shocked he couldn’t hold his chopsticks, desperately wanting to tell Xie Quan, "Look at me, I can do it..."

Shen You’an’s refusal was unexpected for Xie Quan; he looked at her seriously, eager to understand her reasons for refusal.

Could there possibly be a better film opportunity than a lead role in Lin Hua’s movie?

It would have to be Hollywood.

Rumor has it she’s related to Amos, whose sister Sula is the founder of Xingji Entertainment. With Sula’s connections, breaking into Hollywood is no dream.

"After this movie, I plan to retire from acting."

Shen You’an calmly dropped this bombshell, startling everyone.

"Retire?" Xie Quan’s voice rose by eight decibels, showing his shock.

"You’re only seventeen, having filmed just two movies, why retire? You have such talent given by heaven, you’re supposed to aim for Best Actress, don’t squander your talent."

Xie Quan said, heartbroken.

After overcoming the shock, Chen Fangzhou also advised, "That’s right, An’an, you’re still young. Frankly, you haven’t even found your niche yet. Your future is bright, why rush to retire now?"

With the best looks and talent, coupled with extraordinary intelligence and effort, it’s no exaggeration to say Shen You’an has great hopes of reaching the pinnacle of Hua Country’s female actors.

How can such a brilliant career end at seventeen?

Producer Chen Hua looked at Shen You’an and laughed, "Perhaps everyone forgets that besides being a superstar, An’an is also a top student. She just won the physics competition and got a guaranteed place at De Ren University. I think An’an wants to focus on her studies."

Everyone has their own aspirations; acting is just a hobby for Shen You’an. It’s not the entertainment industry’s star path she truly wants, but the scientific research road leading to the lab.

Reminded by Chen Hua, Xie Quan recalled this fact, his face showing even deeper regret.

"For a genius like you, acting and studying can coexist perfectly. An’an, you’re the most talented actor I’ve ever seen; don’t waste the gift heaven gave you."

Seeing such a top-tier talent retire is more painful for him than losing his life.

Shen You’an was unmoved: "Acting is my love, but there are more important things I want to do with my life."

The girl’s tone and demeanor were exceptionally solemn and determined as she spoke.

Xie Quan’s words of regret suddenly stuck in his throat.

Ultimately turning into a long sigh.

After finishing the filming of "Wintergreen," Shen You’an returned home. The Golden Lotus Award ceremony would be held on June 9th at Chunzhou Grand Theater. As one of the nominees, Shen You’an will attend this event, the last public appearance she decided to make after leaving the industry.

Zhao Heng found out about Shen You’an’s retirement, losing sleep for several days.

Especially after learning she had given up the opportunity to audition for Director Lin Hua’s new work; he was beating his chest in anguish.

But Shen You’an calls the shots; it’s all up to her.

The Golden Lotus Award is Shen You’an’s last public appearance. Zhao Heng decided to do everything he could to dress her beautifully, leaving the audience with her most stunning image forever.

Shen You’an thought that day’s events were just a blip. She never expected Lin Hua would actively reach out to her.

The weather was sunny; she was with Liu Runxi searching for research materials in the library when a call came in.

Shen You’an saw it was an unknown international number and hung up.

However, the same number soon called again.

Shen You’an considered it and answered, putting the phone to her ear.

A deep male voice came from the phone: "Is this Miss Shen You’an?"

"This is she."

"Hello Miss Shen, I am Lin Hua."

Shen You’an paused for a moment; "Director Lin Hua?"

"I’m at the airport; we’ll meet in Jingzhou in ten hours."

The other person finished speaking and swiftly hung up, leaving Shen You’an puzzled.

Soon, a text message arrived on Shen You’an’s phone from Lin Hua, it was the meeting address.

Other Shore Entertainment, her external management company.

Shen You’an instinctively checked the time; it was ten in the morning.

In ten hours, it’s going to be eight in the evening.

Shen You’an was still puzzled by Lin Hua’s call; she’d already clearly refused Xie Quan, yet Lin Hua found her anyway.

As if to resolve Shen You’an’s confusion, a call from Xie Quan soon came through.

"An’an, I showed some filming materials to Director Lin. Before I even recommended you, he singled you out. After I expressed your intention to retire, he immediately booked a flight back to meet you. Look at the situation this has caused..."

Xie Quan tentatively asked, "Why don’t you meet with Director Lin first? He’s stubborn, and once he decides on something, it’s hard to change his mind. If you reject him, do it properly, or else it’ll be troublesome."

Shen You’an raised her hand to pinch the bridge of her nose: "I understand."

Shen You’an and Liu Runxi stayed at the library until seven in the evening, then they had a casual meal nearby before Shen You’an returned to her management company.

Facing a thorny issue that needed addressing, after meeting with Lin Hua, Shen You’an had to continue working with Liu Runxi, so she brought him along to the company.

Zhao Heng watched Shen You’an arrive with Liu Runxi, his gaze almost sticking to Liu Runxi. Finally seeing the legendary top student, the real person was so much more handsome.

If he were to debut, just relying on his looks, he’d become immensely popular, leaving current young idols feeling ashamed in front of him.

He finally understood why only Liu Runxi could get close to Shen You’an.

They shared something deep in their bones.

That was the innate pride and arrogance of geniuses, indifferent calmness that belies an understanding of worldly affairs, and transparent insight.

As soon as Shen You’an arrived, Lin Hua arrived looking travel-worn.

Shen You’an had seen Lin Hua’s interview videos, and in person, he looked older than in the videos from her memory. In his early fifties, with a head full of gray, he appeared to be in his sixties or seventies, except for his bright eyes, which burned with a sharp brilliance.

The moment he saw Shen You’an, his eyes lit up even more.

But soon, when he noticed Liu Runxi standing beside Shen You’an, his eyes lit up again.

"Director Lin, hello, I am Shen You’an." Shen You’an stood in front of Liu Runxi, proactively greeting him.

Lin Hua lightly coughed, before he could speak, Zhao Heng quickly escorted Lin Hua to the reception room, preparing the cherished Longjing tea.

Liu Runxi consciously stayed outside, taking out a notebook and calculating obliviously.