Qin You spent her early life obsessed with the entertainment industry, harboring a dream of becoming a famous star. However, her ordinary appearance and plain features made her career nearly impossible. Despite her determination and quick learning ability, she could only secure minor roles or parts as an extra. Her breakthrough came when she played a vicious villainess in a hit drama, which made her recognizable but typecast her as a grotesque character. The public hatred she faced was intense, with fans throwing objects and cursing her in public. This notoriety only led to more offers for ugly, crazy roles, fueling her frustration and desire for a legitimate leading role.
Her life took a sudden turn when she died and reincarnated into the body of another Qin You, an eighteen-year-old actress with breathtaking beauty. The original host had been betrayed by her boyfriend, a rising star who used her for publicity before publicly denouncing her as a shameless mistress to protect his relationship with a powerful executive's daughter. Humiliated and heartbroken, the original host committed suicide. Qin You, now inhabiting this new body, recognized the potential of her stunning face and decided to use it to achieve her dream of stardom.
She discovered that the original host had missed an opportunity to audition for a web drama called *Sleepless City*, which would later become a legendary hit known as *Vanity Fair*. Understanding the script's true depth and the director's vision, Qin You realized that the character of Ling Yu, a ruthless and beautiful vixen, was the perfect role for her. Despite the original host's scandalous reputation, Qin You saw an opportunity to turn her bad image into an asset by fully embodying the character.
She tracked down the director, Wang Wucheng, to a fast-food restaurant and presented a compelling case. She offered to endure the public vilification as part of her performance, releasing evidence of her innocence only after the character's true nature was revealed in the drama. Impressed by her understanding of the script and her dedication, Wang Wucheng offered her the role. Qin You then meticulously prepared for the part, studying videos of classic actresses and practicing her movements in front of cameras to perfect her portrayal of Ling Yu.
On set, Qin You faced skepticism and disdain from the crew and other actors, particularly Yang Qiu, who was cast as the female lead. Yang Qiu viewed Qin You as a threat and looked down on her scandalous past. However, Qin You's performance was striking. Her beauty, combined with her precise and calculated movements, captivated everyone on set. Director Wang praised her work, noting that she perfectly captured the essence of Ling Yu. The contrast between Qin You's real-life scandal and her on-screen persona created a compelling narrative that blurred the lines between reality and fiction.
As filming progressed, Qin You continued to impress with her professionalism and acting skills. She maintained a cold and distant demeanor, focusing entirely on her craft. The crew began to recognize her talent, and even Yang Qiu's disdain started to waver as she witnessed Qin You's dedication. Qin You's goal was clear: to use this role as a springboard to launch her career and become the famous star she had always dreamed of being. Her journey from a plain extra to a stunning actress poised for greatness had just begun.
