Chapter 288
Chapter 288: Given an Opportunity
Translator: BeetleBarker Editor: Tennesh
After Fang Zhao said this line, the room sunk into silence .
It was so quiet that only breathing could be heard .
The specialty tea leaves of Teasandsea had a refreshing scent to them . On a blistering hot day, the scent would let people feel a pleasurable cooling, but now, under this sort of silent and stagnating atmosphere, it caused one to feel a little chilly .
Both parties in the room were trying to outlast the other in keeping their composure .
Roman's penetrating gaze studied the young man sitting on the opposite side of the coffee table .
It wasn't as if he had not given any thought to Fang Zhao's purpose for appearing here, and he had even suspected that the other party had come because of "Founding Era . " He had very quickly given up on that thought, as from what he had seen, the possibility was so low that it was completely impossible . Furthermore, Fang Zhao had indeed been helping the police with a case and had appeared elsewhere on the cruise when the auction had started . Therefore, Romans doubts had been cleared in no time .
But now . . .
Roman abruptly shattered the silence in the room . "You still dare to even think about it!"
The circumstances in front of him showed that not only did Fang Zhao dare to think about it, this youngster had even said it out loud right in front of him .
If he hadn't received a proper explanation about the unfortunate events involving the suspect a short while ago, he would even suspect the whole incident to have been an elaborate ruse!
However, Roman really did not like it when actors beat around the bush when in front of him either .
Having been a director for so many years, he had seen countless film emperors from every continent . He only instructed actors as a director during filming, and actors trying to play games in front of his eyes would find it hard . Furthermore, now that Roman's status was already so high, he disliked it when minor actors tried to beat around the bush in front of him .
He had never expected that the one in front of him had not even tried such a thing . Fang Zhao had gone straight to the point!
Roman squinted and once more studied the person in front of him . Did he speak this way after fully understanding my temperament?
"I have studied many historical resources and understand the martyr Fang Zhao . I cannot deny that on many fronts, you are indeed very similar to the Fang Zhao in the drama series and that there is some resemblance between you and the image I have envisioned, which has given me lots of inspiration . I can let you become a body double . Given your agility, I can draw up a contract for you to sign right now . But!" At this moment, Roman's entire demeanor changed . It was as if a raging tempest had surged, enveloping the entire area around the coffee table . "If you want this role, that is basically impossible! You aren't even an actor . At present, you don't even have a single representative work, and you completely lack acting experience! You, what can you use to fight for it?!"
Fang Zhao's gaze did not back down from Roman's change in demeanor, nor did he lose confidence or appear weak . On the contrary, he replied, "For this role, I can act better than all the others . "
"Representative works! Awards! Only these are the most direct proof of your ability, not empty promises!"
"That is why I'm asking for a chance now, a chance to prove my worth," Fang Zhao replied .
Why had he looked for Roman?
Because Roman dared to use newcomers . This was an unconventional gambit!
Fang Zhao had analyzed a lot of people to try and find a breakthrough . Roman was the best place to start . Only here would he be able to fight for a chance!
The room once again fell back into silence .
It was so quiet that the sound of Roman's fingers rubbing the rim of his teacup could be heard .
Fang Zhao did not add anything further, instead continuing to wait in silence . There was no need to say too many unnecessary words in front of this globally acclaimed director . Roman would make his own judgments .
After a short while had passed, Roman said, "You studied my temper beforehand . "
Roman loved to promote fresh talent in his own works, as he loved to unearth gold that had been neglected and buried away . He loved to "wipe away the grime on a pearl" so he could see the instant when it glittered!
He loved creating stars!
When his career finally concluded, he wanted to look back at his accomplishments, that night sky full of resplendent stars!
If a question was posed: "Among the people from the entire project with the authority to decide such a thing, who among them had the highest possibility of using fresh talent?"
The answer would be only Nova Roman!
Every newcomer that had been pushed forward by him would make it big, and those with brains or who could speedily adapt to this industry had already stood on the golden pedestal in the entertainment circles .
However, for the "Founding Era" project, Roman had originally decided to go about it conservatively . Now that he had met Fang Zhao in person, though, he was wavering .
A revolutionary film project like "Founding Era," according to Roman, naturally had a different significance, but his internal raging ambition and his tendency to take risks caused Roman to change his original outlook .
Not only was Fang Zhao not considered a fresh newcomer, he wasn't even an actor . However, what harm was there in giving him a chance? Who had asked this youngster to suit Roman's tastes!? And furthermore, Fang Zhao was practically the same as the image of the role Roman had constructed in his mind!
Never mind, just consider it me repaying the favor .
In his heart, Roman had found a very good excuse for himself . Should Fang Zhao fail, and if others were to ask about it in the future, he would be able to explain .
"On account of the inspiration you have furnished and you saving me, I shall give you a chance . However, there are some things I have to say . 'Founding Era' is a revolutionary project . The role of the martyr Fang Zhao is an extremely important one . Even as the lead director, I don't have full authority, and I can't just decide alone . " Roman added extra emphasis in his tone . "Ten days from now, I will give you a chance for an audition! But this is just a preliminary trial . If you pass this stage, your audition video will be put together with the audition videos of other actors and sent for the second round of selection . After those videos have been filtered, the ones that pass will be shown to the other policy makers and a vote will be called to decide . You have to prepare well!"
Fang Zhao had to make mental preparations for being overlooked, facing those policymakers with high authority, and dealing with the vicious looks from other great masters in the film circles!
After he had said all this, Roman's penetrating gaze once again became warm, like the gentle breeze after a torrential downpour . He didn't look at Fang Zhao and instead gazed out the window and brandished his hands, indicating that Fang Zhao could leave .
If Fang Zhao had not brought up this request, perhaps he might have discussed with Fang Zhao and analyzed the historical figure Fang Zhao more, but now, there was no need .
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