jdhmnovel Chapter 1091: Those who weave stories and those who perform on stage are both good at telling lies
Chapter 1091: Those who weave stories and those who perform on stage are both good at telling lies
Before Lin Yu fully realized his talent in "acting", he once heard an undoubted "genius" talk about genius and talent.
"As for geniuses in the world, I think they can be divided into two categories."
"Geniuses often achieve outstanding achievements in a particular field that are beyond the reach of ordinary people, and these achievements often clearly show the role played by 'inspiration' and 'talent'. However, most of the geniuses we see are of the first type - 'lucky' geniuses."
"They found their talents, didn't hide them, and happened to have a strong interest in their talents. For example, there are renowned painters and musicians, scholars and researchers who have made major theoretical breakthroughs, and generals who have won incredible wars... Most of the 'geniuses' you can think of are 'lucky' geniuses."
“So, some people would say that everyone is a potential undiscovered genius – it’s just that you haven’t found what you’re good at yet.”
"And the second type... is the genius that will never be buried, the genius that doesn't need 'luck'—this type of genius doesn't possess a specific gift, like the ball sense and reflexes of a top athlete, or the color sense and pitch of an artist... This type of genius possesses 'true talent'."
"Active thinking, brilliant imagination, strong willpower and decisiveness, keen perception... one or more indescribable qualities originating from the soul determine that they are indeed beings that are beyond the reach of 'ordinary people'."
"And their talents determine that they can achieve success in most things—although they are not 'jacks of all trades' in the literal sense, and there may be things they are not good at, but... except for a few extremely narrow and specific things they are not good at, they can achieve success in anything they are interested in—they have the power of 'choice'."
"I call this a 'true genius'—or rather, only this kind of person deserves the unflattering term 'genius'."
"The rest...are just the lucky ones who happened to find something they're good at."
Lin Yu was deeply impressed by this passage.
Although he did not meet the so-called "real genius" later, he still met some guys who were somewhat close.
The Zuo Xi in front of him... was undoubtedly very close.
Lin Yu could sense that the other party was very smart and perceptive.
So sharp that he is not even disturbed by his own "improvisation".
Although his acting was sincere and moving, the other party completely ignored what he said when making the "judgment" and instead based purely on "objective facts."
This is undoubtedly a tough guy - if Lin Yu got some kind of [prop] similar to the "Death Note" now, the other party's priority would be very high.
But the situation remains manageable because...
Although his attempt to pretend to be a fan of the other party failed, even if the other party exposed him, Lin Yu’s goal would be achieved.
All he wanted was more "information" - being able to gain the other party's trust was one way, but failing to gain it... was just a change of path.
"So, Ms. Zuo Xi... since you're not here for the reward, why are you waiting for me here?"
Lin Yu chose to play a straight ball again and asked Zuo Xi who had directly exposed him.
At the same time, without waiting for Zuo Xi to answer, he immediately added to his question.
"Honestly, you should have gone to intercept Qian Huan. Whether from the perspective of clearing the level or expanding your existing 'influence' in Xia Jin, you shouldn't have been targeting a 'Second Level' like me."
Zuo Xi shrugged. "From every angle, it's wrong—even if there's a reason to stare at you, it shouldn't be this way of chatting... But, wouldn't life be boring if we were always doing what we 'should' do?"
The speech was light and airy, but if one chewed on it for a moment, one would sense a strange hollowness that seemed to drain all one's thoughts.
At this moment, Lin Yu finally recalled some of his feelings when he read Zuo Xi's works - the characters and stories she created were indeed beautiful and vivid.
But for Lin Yu... compared to ordinary readers, he would sometimes have an extra step in reading, which is to try to hone his acting skills and understand the character's inner thoughts.
During this process, Lin Yu discovered something - although the "character" was vivid and rich, the world he lived in was empty.
Lin Yu saw the world in the book through the character's perspective - exquisite, desolate and vast.
It can be described as lonely.
He had read Zuo Xi's information. Although he was born in Shu, the texture of his writing carried the harsh and cold air of the frigid outdoors and the white loneliness of pine needles covered with frost.
He didn't think it was due to Zuo Xi's lack of writing ability.
The reason for this phenomenon is probably that Zuo Xi did it on purpose.
This is also the reason why Lin Yu is sure that the other party will not accept the "reward".
"Indeed, so a 'reasonable' reason like 'offering a reward' is meaningless to you. No wonder Qian Huan reminded me that your values are different from those of ordinary people."
Lin Yu said, stroking the wound on his hand: "So - can you tell me the reason."
"Don't be too nervous - it's really no big deal, it's just for 'material'."
Zuo Xi said.
After hearing this answer, Lin Yu paused and repeated: "Material?"
"A good creator draws blood and flesh from all living things around them to create their own children," Zuo Xi said casually, looking at Lin Yu. "And you... after seeing you in this [copy], I think you are even more 'dramatic' than I imagined."
Lin Yu looked at the other person and realized that Zuo Xi was not lying - although it was a bit "absurd", what the other person said should not be false.
It's just that I have some reservations.
So, Lin Yu immediately said: "Isn't it more than that?"
Zuo Xi looked at Lin Yu and sighed, "Okay—I admit, you're very similar to the protagonist of the next 'work' I'm conceiving and writing... You have many similar qualities to him, so I deliberately approached you—this 'source' isn't the kind of 'source' I gather inspiration from by casually traveling, but the kind where I specifically travel to a specific place and live for a period of time to gather inspiration for my own writing."
"So... even though this is our first meeting, in a sense you're somewhat familiar to me, 'Director'," Zuo Xi began, "because in a sense, you're my 'protagonist'—the protagonist of my unreleased work, so you're also... well, nothing."
She paused here, as if she was holding back something to say.
"I see, the protagonist..."
Lin Yu pondered for a moment before speaking and then laughed.
This statement does sound absurd at first glance, but it is extremely reasonable considering Zuo Xi's temperament.
but……
These are still "lies".