"Li Na, that was perfect! Exactly the right mix of defiance and vulnerability. And Xiao Fei…" he turned to her, mistaking her real frustration for a brilliant portrayal of rivalry. "That tension felt so authentic! Just incredible work from both of you."
Li Na looked over at Xiao Fei, offering a polite nod. But Xiao Fei's expression had shifted, a dark glint in her eyes. She forced a smile, but anyone who looked closely could see the resentment brewing beneath it.
As they left the set to prepare for the next scene, Xiao Fei smoothly aligned her pace with Tang Ming's, determined to keep herself positioned beside him. Her expression was pleasant, but there was a guardedness in her eyes as she glanced over at Li Na, who was a few steps ahead, fully engrossed in her script for the upcoming scene.
