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Chapter 164 On-site Investigation

After selecting the scenic spots, the next step is to conduct on-site inspections. Cheng Fei really wants to make a good film of "Love in the World: The Famous Courtesans", so he will personally inspect all the scenic spots on site.

Zhao Yilin knew his idea and agreed with it, and even wanted to go with him. This surprised Cheng Fei very much, "You want to go with me? Won't this waste your time?"

Zhao Yilin wore the simplest and most convenient clothes, a cap, and no makeup. "How could that be? This is also my job. I am the producer."

Cheng Fei didn't expect her to be serious. He thought she was just taking a fake position to get more pay, but it turned out to be serious. He looked at her differently, "Ah, yes."

They are of the same age and communicate smoothly.

The first stop was the West Lake, where Liu Piaopiao and Qian Qianyi's Yihonglou was built. The two soon arrived at the West Lake, where workers were already setting up the scene.

Zhao Yilin carefully observed the surrounding environment and exchanged her views with Cheng Fei from time to time.

"The scenery here is so beautiful. If we can incorporate it into the plot, it will definitely add a lot of color," said Zhao Yilin.

Cheng Fei nodded, "Indeed, but we still have to consider factors such as the shooting angle and lighting."

As they discussed, they strolled along the lakeside, looking for the best location for taking pictures.

Suddenly, Cheng Fei's eyes were attracted by a unique view. He pointed there and said, "Look over there. The pictures taken from that angle must be great."

Zhao Yilin looked in the direction of his finger, with a hint of surprise in her eyes, "That's great, we can set up a scene where the protagonists meet."

The more they talked, the more they got along, and their expectations for the show grew higher and higher.

In addition to the Yihonglou, there are also some other places that need to be built. For example, Qian Qianyi's official residence in Beijing and Qian Qianyi's hometown in Changzhou need to be built. These scenes will add more realism and historical atmosphere to the story.

Compared with these complex construction projects, Liu Piaopiao's shelter turned out to be the easiest part to build. A pleasure boat can be easily built to provide her with a unique and beautiful living environment.

Such a design can not only show Liu Piaopiao's elegant taste, but also allow the audience to better feel her lifestyle and emotional world. By carefully constructing these scenes, Zhao Yilin hopes to present an ancient world full of charm and emotion to the audience.

Because the construction of Yihonglou would take some time, Zhao Yilin and Cheng Fei decided to go to the Yangjiang River first. There would be a water battle on the river to be filmed, so they had to find a good place first.

Led by a local guide, the two came to a small tributary of the Yangjiang River. The water flow here is much smaller than that of the Yangjiang River, but the scenery is the same, and it is called the Little Yangjiang River.

Zhao Yilin sat on the boat wearing a life jacket, holding onto the side of the boat tightly before she dared to stretch her head to look at the river. "Director Cheng, do you think the river is wide enough?"

Cheng Fei saw that she was obviously scared to death, but she was still observing the situation on the river very seriously and diligently. "It's okay, let's try it here first, and if it doesn't work, we can go to the big river."

Zhao Yilin agreed to the proposal and said, "Okay, let's go somewhere else and see if there are any better options."

Cheng Fei heard her voice trembling, "Are you scared?"

Zhao Yilin admitted generously, "Yes, I am afraid of water, especially."

"If you are afraid of water, you don't have to come with me. No one will say anything to you."

Because it was the return trip, Zhao Yilin simply closed her eyes, which could reduce some of the fear. "This is my job."

Cheng Fei thought of her previous scenes where she had to fall into water, and it was obvious that she didn't use a body double. "You're afraid of water, but you dare to film the falling-into-water scene yourself? In fact, a body double could be used in this situation."

"No, that won't work. An actor's job is to complete all the performance tasks. If you use a stand-in for this and that, what else do you need to act for? Just let the stand-in act."

Cheng Fei thought of the scene of jumping into a lake in this play, "There is also a scene of falling into water in this play, are you going to do it yourself as well?"

"Of course. Although I was scared when I was shooting, I was able to overcome it. I felt a sense of accomplishment after the shooting."

As they were talking, the boat had already reached the shore. Cheng Fei helped her get off the boat, "We're at the shore now, let's go to the next place."

In this way, the two spent nearly a month from south to north to survey all the scenic spots to be photographed. They recorded the conditions of each scenic spot in detail, as well as the best time to shoot. The Yihonglou was also completed.

Zhao Yilin couldn't wait to see it. She pushed open the gate and saw a simple courtyard. The courtyard was surrounded by green bamboos, which made rustling sounds when the breeze blew.

Walking along the bluestone path, there are flower beds on both sides, filled with various flowers, competing for beauty and emitting bursts of fragrance.

In the center of the courtyard is a small pavilion, surrounded by stone benches and stone tables for people to rest and drink tea. Above the pavilion hangs a plaque with three large characters "Yihonglou" written on it. The characters are vigorous and powerful, revealing a simple and ancient atmosphere.

Walking into the pavilion, there is a desk and two chairs, on which are placed pens, inkstones, and some books. On the wall hang several paintings and calligraphy works by literati of past dynasties, which make people feel the strong cultural atmosphere.

In the corner of the yard is a rockery, which is planted with various plants, including pine trees, cypress trees, bamboos, etc., making people feel as if they are in the mountains.

There is a pond under the rockery, in which are some goldfish and turtles. They swim freely in the water, adding vitality and vigor to the courtyard.

The courtyard is surrounded by a circle of corridors, on which are placed some flower pots and bonsai, which make people feel the owner's elegant taste. At the end of the corridor is a moon gate, inside which is a small garden full of various vegetables and fruits, which makes people feel the owner's pastoral life.

The main house is located in the northeast corner of the yard. The several small houses facing north and south are quiet and elegant. Zhao Yilin really wants to live here for a few days.

Although this small courtyard with a scholarly atmosphere is not large, it is full of a strong cultural atmosphere and breath of life, allowing people to feel the elegant tastes of ancient literati and the comfort of rural life.

Although "Yihonglou" is named as a building, it is actually just a small courtyard with a scholarly atmosphere. Qian Qianyi and Liu Piaopiao spent their happiest time here.

Zhao Yilin was quite satisfied and even called Yang Zhishui via video, "Xiao Yang, do you see this? This is our Yihonglou."

Yang Zhishui was working hard to lose weight while Zhao Yilin was still scouting locations and before filming began. He was running when he received Zhao Yilin's WeChat message, so he was out of breath.

"Hi, I saw it. It's very nice. I like it very much." He had lost a lot of weight since the last time they met, and the flesh on his cheeks was sunken.

"Wow, Xiao Yang, you've lost a lot of weight."

Yang Zhishui stroked his beard and asked, "Does this make me look like a 60-year-old man?"

Zhao Yilin suddenly felt a little sad. He had paid a lot more for this play than she did. "Xiao Yang, thank you."

Yang Zhishui avoided her gaze and said, "There's no need to say thank you between us. When will the filming start? I can't wait."

"Right away." Indeed, all the preparations have been completed, and they are about to officially start filming, starting with Yihonglou.