Beyond the show- the beauty is in you

Part 2

Scene 2:

Shán Yuán's concerned voice cut through Xin Yi's daze.

Shán Yuán-"Are you okay, Miss?"

Xin Yi stuttered, disoriented.

Xin Yi-"I...I...I..."

Shán Yuán's expression turned puzzled.
Xin Yi's gaze wandered, taking in the unfamiliar surroundings.

Xin Yi-"Why are people wearing such strange clothes?"

she asked, bewildered.

Shán Yuán-"Miss, are you okay? This is the 21st century; of course, people dress like this."

Xin Yi's eyes widened, her voice barely above a whisper.

Xin Yi-"21st... Why am I here?"

Shán Yuán's grip loosened as Xin Yi suddenly turned and sprinted away.

Shán Yuán-"Miss, wait! You can't run on the road like that! Did you hear me?"

Shán Yuán shouted after her.
Xin Yi didn't look back, her long hair flowing behind her.
Shán Yuán watched her disappear into the crowd, shaking his head.

Shán Yuán-"What a weird girl,"

he muttered.

Xié Li called out,

Xié Li-"Cut! Perfect. That's a wrap for today. Let's pack up."

The crew began dismantling equipment as the cast said their goodbyes.
Xié Li added,

Xié Li-"Tomorrow, all leads report to the studio for poster photoshoot."

Everyone nodded, dispersing.
Xié Li approached Xin Yi, a warm smile on his face.

Xié Li-"Xin Yi, free for dinner?"
Xin Yi-"Yeah, sure."

Rú Xuán whispered in Xin Yi's ear,

Rú Xuán-"Don't eat too much."

Xin Yi nodded subtly.
Rú Xuán bid farewell,

Rú Xuán-"Okay, Mr. Shim, I'll leave now."
Xié Li-"Okay."

As Rú Xuán departed, Xié Li turned to Xin Yi.

Xié Li-"Get changed, and we'll head out."
Xin Yi-"Okay."

At the restaurant, soft music and candlelight created a warm ambiance.
Xié Li gazed at Xin Yi, admiration in his eyes.

Xié Li-"You look stunning in traditional dress,"

he said sincerely.
Xin Yi blushed, her smile gracious.

Xin Yi-"Thank you, Senior."

Xié Li's smile widened, pleased.
After dinner, they strolled out into the evening air.
As they reached Xin Yi's home, Xié Li turned to her.

Xié Li-"Good night, Xin Yi. Sleep well. Don't be late tomorrow."

Xin Yi nodded, her eyes sparkling.

Xin Yi-"See you too."

Xié Li's gaze lingered, then he bid her farewell.

Xin Yi watched him drive away, a gentle smile on her lips.
And she entered her home.

The next day, at the studio,
Xié Li gathered the leads.

Xié Li-"Ready, Xin Yi and Shán Yuán?"

he asked, eyes scanning the setup.
They nodded in unison.
Xié Li continued,

Xié Li-"Xin Yi, come forward. Both of you, look at each other."