[Quick Transmigration] The Clingy Spirit of the Blackened Male Supporting Character - Chapter 108

After the initial shock, the deep-seated biases turned into a surprising wave of disgust and anger.

Not only were there numerous haters and people who were doubtful of Luo Ning, but many fans of the original novel also felt that he was tarnishing their beloved classic.

The comment section exploded.

“What the hell? Is the director out of his mind? This is the Luo Ning I know, right?”

“Haha, this is honestly the funniest joke of the year! That country bumpkin Luo Ning thinks he can act in a fantasy drama with his vulgar looks!”

“I’m so confused. Why does Luo Ning have these resources? He ruined Film Emperor Ye’s reputation in his last project and is now dragging my idol down. With his recent surge in popularity, which rich backer has he hooked up with?”

“+1, I want to dig into who he’s hooked up with!”

“It’s over, it’s over. Chen Han’s reputation is at stake. Using this kind of **, just wait for it to flop.”

“My idol is a second-tier star, and he didn’t even pass the audition for the second male lead. This is definitely not simple.”

“Is this how blatant backdoor deals are? Do they think we’re all fools?! I absolutely refuse to support ‘Immortal Questions’, the entertainment industry is being ruined by these kinds of rotten apples!”

“’Immortal Questions’ is my favorite book. I really don’t want to see it ruined, it hurts my heart.”

“It’s going to be a visual disaster when it’s made into a movie. Let me vomit first.”

“‘Immortal Questions’ was born from Tao Yaoyao’s blood, sweat, and tears. Why sell the rights to such a producer? Why not boycott Luo Ning? Do they care about nothing but money?”

“Honestly, you don’t have to drag the original author into your hatred for Luo Ning.”

“I think his face looks good. What if Luo Ning has improved? Let’s give him a chance.”

“Yeah, Luo Ning didn’t come from a formal acting background. I really don’t understand why so many people hate him.”

“Shut up, upstairs! So many people hate him, can’t you have a bit of self-awareness?! The production team must replace him!”

“Luo Ning should get out of the entertainment industry!”

“The production team can go to hell!”

…

This incident topped the trending searches, igniting a heated discussion in the comments. Various marketing accounts began to comment and share their opinions.

Ye Xingzhou’s expression darkened, his fingertips turning white as he nearly pierced through the screen. He knew how good his little baby was, and seeing all the insults and slanders made him both angry and heartbroken.

Ye Xingzhou couldn’t take it anymore. He opened his Weibo, and for the first time in six months, he posted an update, sharing Luo Ning’s Weibo post.

“Xiao Luo is a great actor and one of my favorites. Looking forward to ‘Immortal Questions’, I’m sure there will be surprises.”

He then switched to his alternate account and began to counter the nasty comments, the words on the screen jumping rapidly.

After Ye Xingzhou’s Weibo post went live, it quickly topped the trending searches. Luo Ning’s name became a hot topic!

This was Ye Xingzhou, a three-time Golden Horse Award winner, with exceptional acting skills and a reputation as a powerhouse, having produced countless quality works and won numerous prestigious awards, with countless fans, both male and female.

He was undoubtedly one of the top stars in the entertainment industry, the most popular male idol. Even after retiring for a few years, he remained a force to be reckoned with.

His Weibo post quickly went viral.

Being appreciated by a male god like Ye Xingzhou, especially as his favorite, showed just how outstanding Luo Ning was.

Ye Xingzhou had a massive fanbase, and everyone knew about his passion for acting and dedication to his profession. The fact that he made a special Weibo post for Luo Ning was truly surprising.

Everyone quickly started searching for who Luo Ning was, checking his previous works. After watching his past performances, everyone fell silent.

He didn’t feel impressive at all. His acting seemed limited to loud shouting and other negative history like being arrogant and slapping people.

He was as ordinary as could be, with a tarnished reputation.

Why would Film Emperor Ye admire someone like him? What right did Luo Ning have to call himself an actor?

But since their idol supported Luo Ning, many fans were puzzled but didn’t criticize him further. Although they were somewhat skeptical, they couldn’t question Film Emperor Ye’s judgment.

If their idol spoke up for him, there must be something special about Luo Ning, and many fans even began to follow him out of support for Ye Xingzhou.

The tone of comments began to shift.

“Not long ago, Film Emperor Ye worked with Luo Ning. Maybe Luo Ning has really improved a lot.”

“Yeah, everyone can grow. What if Luo Ning really puts in the effort?”

“I believe in my idol. He wouldn’t post this on Weibo without reason.”

“So many newcomers haven’t received praise from Film Emperor Ye. Luo Ning must have crossed a galaxy to achieve this!”

“Could it be that Luo Ning has climbed up to Film Emperor Ye?”

“Heh, climb up yourself! What a foul mouth! How can this be my idol? Film Emperor Ye is known for being principled. He wouldn’t tarnish the word ‘acting’. Anyone can be criticized, but not him.”

“Since Film Emperor Ye has spoken up, let’s wait for ‘Immortal Questions’ to air. We can discuss it then.”

“Now that you mention it, Luo Ning has successfully piqued my curiosity.”

“People used to say that Film Emperor Ye had a soft spot for Jian Xi, but now it seems Luo Ning is the luckiest, actually getting Film Emperor Ye to willingly let him ride on his coattails.”

Luo Ning wasn’t aware of the online reactions. He was busy filming. During a break, Chen Han approached him and spoke a few words, which was how he found out what had happened.

Chen Han was in a good mood. He had chosen the right actor for the role. Typically, he wouldn’t consider replacing anyone, but the online reactions couldn’t be ignored as they affected ratings and reviews. Now many issues had been resolved, so the crew wouldn’t face backlash, and he wouldn’t have to worry about problems.

Luo Ning quickly took out his phone. Just one sentence was enough to show how protective the man was of him. He smiled gently, feeling a wave of sweetness.

Before long, his manager called, “Xiao Luo, do you know Film Emperor Ye?”

The manager was stunned. Compared to Film Emperor Ye, Luo Ning was in a different league altogether. This revelation left him speechless. Many people wanted to connect with Film Emperor Ye, but none of them succeeded. To think his artist could have Film Emperor Ye speak on his behalf!

Luo Ning hesitated and replied, “Sort of.”

He couldn’t say that he was in a relationship with Ye Xingzhou. Otherwise, the manager would be shocked, and besides, who would believe him if he said it?

“What do you mean sort of? Why are you so calm about this? I told you to seize the opportunity, right? Look, if you had missed that role, how could you have met Film Emperor Ye?”

The manager spoke with a hint of excitement. He was also a fan of Ye Xingzhou. Regardless of the outcome, being on good terms with Ye Xingzhou would only benefit Luo Ning. Luo Ning was gaining popularity, and as long as he worked hard, he would undoubtedly become the company’s most promising artist.

…

To capitalize on the momentum, the production team also reposted the Weibo post and uploaded previously taken stills.

Luo Ning featured in two of the photos. One showed a dreamy mountain background where he wore a white robe, sitting peacefully by a spring, holding a blue lotus in his hand. The mist curled around his feet, his bright eyes and gentle smile creating a serene image. The other photo featured a stark contrast, with a dark background. He wore a striking red robe, a dot of vermilion on his forehead, and a sharp sword glinting coldly. His beautiful face was half-smiling, with a few droplets of crimson blood on his cheeks, exuding a sinister charm amidst the darkness and coldness.

Once the stills were released, they left everyone in awe.

“I don’t know how to describe it. He’s just beautiful, two different kinds of beauty.”

“I thought Luo Ning couldn’t portray the Immortal Venerable well, but judging from the stills, his expression and gaze truly fit the character.”

“It’s not my imagination. I think he’s getting more and more attractive, not just in looks but also in temperament.”

“Just the stills alone convey so much emotion. Luo Ning has indeed made progress this time.”

“Oh no, I’m captivated by his looks. I’m starting to look forward to ‘Immortal Questions’.”

“Even if his acting isn’t great, I’d still watch just for that face.”

“I’ve already saved the screenshots. They’d make perfect wallpapers.”

“These images must have been heavily edited, what’s the big deal? It’s all thanks to the stylist. Let’s not exaggerate.”

Many haters felt uneasy and threw out sarcastic comments, but as they continued, they couldn’t help but look again. Some haters even turned into fans due to his looks, and even the original book fans found it hard to criticize Luo Ning’s image.

Ye Xingzhou looked over the stills multiple times, thinking his baby was so handsome. He saved them all.

Luo Ning was in high spirits, having been pressed down on the sofa by Ye Xingzhou for an endless kiss. His earlobes tingled as they were gently sucked, warm kisses trailing from his neck to his collarbone and down to his chest, while a large hand lightly caressed his sensitive waist and back.

Luo Ning let out a soft moan, his voice trembling slightly, feeling pleasantly comfortable yet strangely uneasy and tense. He felt as if he were floating on clouds, his eyes turning teary due to being overwhelmed with emotions. It seemed Ye Xingzhou’s actions were more domineering than usual, and his eyes were extremely possessive, as if he wasn’t content with just simple kisses and hugs anymore.

Feeling the man’s large hand wandering lower, Luo Ning felt a hint of unease. He grabbed Ye Xingzhou’s hand, his face flushed, eyes glistening, shaking his head as he said in a trembling voice, “That’s enough. I can hardly breathe. Please don’t touch me anymore.”

“Let me get up, let’s calm down. You still need to rehearse with me. After we finish, you can rest early.”

Ye Xingzhou’s eyes darkened even more as he whispered, “Baby, your script has a kissing scene, right?”

Ye Xingzhou had just realized that Luo Ning actually had a kissing scene. Only he could kiss his baby, no one else was allowed to touch him. All intimate scenes had to be cut. No one was going to take advantage of his baby. Ye Xingzhou wished he could tear the script apart.

“Yeah.” Luo Ning was still confused about how the conversation shifted to this point. As the second male lead, his kissing scene existed only in flashbacks. In the early part of the story, the second male lead was not a celestial being or a demonic cultivator but just a pitiful character who developed a dislike for women due to a forced kiss from a demon woman. He only had a small amount of screen time for that scene.

Ye Xingzhou bit Luo Ning’s neck. “Let’s delete that scene or use a stand-in. We can shoot it from a different angle. In short, no kissing scenes.”

Luo Ning was puzzled. “It’s only a few minutes long.”

“Not even a second.”

Okay, Luo Ning didn’t argue. He had always done kissing scenes using camera tricks. He couldn’t bring himself to kiss a stranger. His acting skills were good enough not to affect the effect.

Ye Xingzhou chuckled and said, “Baby, do you know what a kissing scene is?”