Entertainment: I really don’t want to be a thief!

Chapter 577: Being a guest star

"Brother Feng, I know this drama is very important, but I'm really tired now and need to rest for a while." Lin Ke rubbed his temples. He had been working at a high intensity for a while and felt very tired both physically and mentally.

"Rest? You're still taking a rest? Do you know how many people are lining up to be in this drama, and you're still making excuses!" Li Feng felt a little disappointed.

"Brother Feng, I haven't read the script of this drama yet, and the role may not be suitable for me. Besides, I'm not in good shape now, so I won't be able to produce a good work even if I join the crew." Lin Ke said in a firm tone.

"I have sent the script to your email. Please take some time to read it. Don't worry about the role. It is tailor-made for you and is absolutely suitable for you!" Li Feng persuaded earnestly, "I know you are very tired now, but this opportunity is rare. You must seize it!"

"Brother Feng, don't you understand my temper? I won't change my decision easily." Lin Ke said in a firm tone, leaving no room for negotiation.

"You... you kid, you really pissed me off!" Li Feng said angrily on the other end of the phone, "Okay, since you've made up your mind, I won't force you, but you have to at least give me a definite answer. Are you going to take this drama or not?"

"Brother Feng, let me think about it again. I'll give you an answer in a few days." Lin Ke said, then hung up the phone.

He walked to the window, looked at the bustling city night scene outside, with a myriad of thoughts in his mind.

He knew that what Li Feng said was right. The drama "Prosperity of Chang'an" was indeed a rare opportunity, but he really didn't want to take it now.

He needs rest, needs to adjust, and needs some time to think about his future path.

The cell phone rang again. Lin Ke took a look at the caller ID and saw it was Director Long Zhan.

"Hello, Director Long, is there something you need from me?" Lin Ke answered the phone in a calm tone.

"Lin Ke, how are you doing recently? Are you still resting?" There was a hint of concern in Director Long Zhan's voice.

"Well, I feel much better after resting for a few days." Lin Ke replied indifferently.

"That's good, that's good." Director Long Zhan breathed a sigh of relief. "It's like this, a friend of mine is planning a variety show recently, and would like to invite you to be a guest on one of the shows. Are you interested?"

"Variety show? What type?" Lin Ke became interested.

"It's an experiential reality show called "Go to the Countryside". The program crew will go to some remote rural areas to experience the local customs and feel the rural life." Director Long Zhan explained.

"Go to the countryside? Go to the countryside?" Lin Ke frowned slightly. He was not interested in this type of variety show.

“Yes, I know you may not be used to life in the countryside, but my friend told me that the shooting location they chose this time is not bad, and the program crew will also provide good logistical support and will not let you suffer.” Director Long Zhan said quickly.

"Director Long, you should know that I have never been very interested in variety shows." Lin Ke politely declined.

"I know, I know, but this time is different. My friend told me that this program is very meaningful. They hope that through the program, more people will understand the countryside, pay attention to the countryside, and help the development of the countryside." Director Long Zhan continued to persuade, "Also, the guest lineup this time is also very strong. In addition to you, there are several first-line stars who will participate."

"Who are they?" Lin Ke asked casually.

"This... I can't reveal it for now, but I can guarantee that they are definitely people you know." Director Long Zhan kept it a secret.

"Director Long, you should know that what I need now is rest, not participating in any variety show." Lin Ke said in a firm tone.

"I know, I know. That's why I said I only invited you to be a guest for one episode. It won't take up too much of your time, just three or four days at most." Director Long Zhan persuaded earnestly, "Besides, the filming location this time is very close to the disaster area you visited before. You can also take the opportunity to visit the victims again." Lin Ke was silent. Director Long Zhan's words made him a little shaken.

"Lin Ke, I know you have a kind heart and have always cared about the people affected by the disaster. This program is also a good opportunity for you. Through the program, you can draw more people's attention to the disaster area and contribute to its reconstruction." Director Long Zhan said while the iron was hot.

"Director Long, please let me think about it again." Lin Ke finally did not agree.

"Okay, you think about it carefully, but don't think about it too long. The program crew is very tight on time and will be leaving in a few days." Director Long Zhan said.

"Okay, I got it. I'll call you when I've thought about it." Lin Ke said and hung up the phone.

He put down his phone and fell into deep thought.

Director Long Zhan’s words moved him. He really wanted to go and see the people affected by the disaster and hoped to contribute to the reconstruction of the disaster-stricken areas.

However, he really does not want to participate in variety shows, especially this kind of experience-based reality show. He is worried that he will not be able to adapt to rural life and that it will affect his rest.

"Forget it, I don't want to think about it anymore. I'd better take a look at the script first." Lin Ke shook his head, put aside the messy thoughts in his mind, picked up the script on the table and started reading.

The script was sent to him by Li Feng. It was the script of the costume drama "The Prosperity of Chang'an".

Lin Ke opened the script and began to read it carefully.

The script tells a story that takes place in the Tang Dynasty. The protagonist is a young man from a poor family who relies on his own efforts and talents to become a famous official step by step.

Lin Ke was quickly immersed in the story of the script. He was attracted by the inspirational experience of the protagonist and was also shocked by the prosperous Tang Dynasty atmosphere presented in the script.

"This script...is not bad." Lin Ke nodded secretly in his heart after reading the script.

The story of the script is very exciting, the characters are very well-developed, and the characters' personalities and experiences are somewhat similar to his own, which makes him feel very involved.

"It seems that this drama is really worth a try." Lin Ke has already made a decision in his mind.

He picked up his phone and dialed Li Feng.

"Hey, Brother Feng, I've read the script and I'll take this role." Lin Ke said in a firm tone.

"Really? You really agreed?" Li Feng's surprised voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Yes, I agree." Lin Ke answered affirmatively.

"Great! I knew you wouldn't miss this opportunity!" Li Feng said excitedly, "I'll notify the crew right away and ask them to prepare and arrange for you to join the crew as soon as possible."

"Okay, I got it." Lin Ke hung up the phone with a smile on his face.

He knew that he had made the right decision.

(End of this chapter)