Chapter 517: Chapter 517 She is Fine
Hannah frowned slightly, looking rather displeased. Her soft voice took on an ethereal quality in the spacious room, "Does Mr.Qualls think I’m not beautiful enough?"
Jackie Qualls and Director Lee were taken aback, seemingly surprised that Hannah would say such a thing.
It was just— a bit too confident.
But when they looked at the stage, they realized... those who have confidence do have a certain charm.
On the stage, under the warm, yellow light overhead, the whole environment seemed unusually hazy.
The lone figure stood under the light, devoid of cosmetics yet absolutely stunning. The curvature of her beautiful eyes appeared playful and coquettish, and her expressive gaze was captivating.
It was almost sacrilege to say that she was not beautiful.
Even Director Lee, jaded as he was, couldn’t help but marvel at her.
The young girls of today truly were exceptionally beautiful, and what’s more challenging - they were incredibly confident.
Jackie Qualls pressed his lips together and remained silent for a while before apologizing, "I’m sorry."
He thought that Hannah probably had ideas of her own.
Even Director Lee, an outsider, had noticed some subtle tensions between the two.
It didn’t seem like mutual affection, but rather... unrequited love?
Director Lee coughed lightly, thinking that the young girl might be too spirited for her age. He rushed to explain for Jackie Qualls, "The role of the Demon Clan Princess is a villain. The script says she’s utterly ruthless and wicked. Are you sure you want to play it?"
It was rare for him to explain so much to an actress. He had a certain fondness for Hannah.
But after listening to him, Hannah simply asked, "But is she beautiful?"
Director Lee thought for a moment before responding honestly, "The most beautiful woman in all three realms."
"Then that’s fine, I like wicked beauties." Hannah nodded her head, adding, "Besides, if everyone shies away from a role just because the character is a villain, we would never be able to make a movie."
Director Lee didn’t expect to get a lecture from a young girl today. He shook his head while laughing, "Since you have made your decision, let’s start with it."
Each person was allowed two minutes to perform, without any costumes to enhance their act, relying solely on their acting skills.
As she raised her eyebrows lightly, she was indeed the epitome of exceptional grace and elegance.
The audition was kept confidential, everyone received a provisional notice, regardless of their performance.
But often, it’s impossible to deceive the eyes.
After the brief two minutes, the atmosphere in the room was eerily quiet.
Hannah sat on the stage, and if she had a tail, it would undoubtedly belong to a fox.
Her smile was charming and dazzling, "I’ve finished acting."
She came out of character in an instant, leaving everyone in awe.
Director Lee couldn’t help but chat with the man next to him, "Jackie, given some time, your girl will definitely shine."
This was his highest praise in recent years.
The last time he gave such praise was when he was working with Jackie Qualls.
At the time, he was just an assistant director and didn’t have much to say. But after seeing a few of Jackie’s scenes, he had it in his mind that Jackie would definitely win an Oscar in the future.
And things unfolded just as he expected.
Now, he saw the same potential in Hannah as he had seen in Jackie back then.
Even more so, in fact.
Once Hannah started performing, Jackie Qualls involuntarily sat upright. After hearing Director Lee’s words, he nodded without denying, "She’s good."
Three simple words, filled with tender affection and joy.
He had witnessed her growth and felt a sudden surge of gratifying pride in his heart.
