1983: O Grande Escritor que Abandonou a Arte pela Literatura
No outono de 1983, "O Sonho do Pavilhão Vermelho" começou a buscar atores por todo o país! O diretor Wang da Televisão Central chegou ao grupo artístico deles! Li Yousi, que havia renascido, foi junto
Mid-October, 1983.
The sweltering heat of Jin City suddenly subsided. The trees flanking the Art Troupe had shed their leaves completely.
Li Yousi emerged from the overcrowded dormitory, holding a ceramic basin. Outside the door, he began washing up. The moment he took a sip from a cup of water, a chill ran through him.
The Art Troupe’s pipes definitely had no hot water!
He glanced inside the bedroom—a cramped space shared by more than ten people, each with their own bed but sharing a few tables.
All the hot water kettles were lined up neatly. He fiddled with his own kettle—empty!
“Liu Feng, lend me some hot water!” Li Yousi called out.
Without waiting for permission, he went inside and grabbed Liu Feng’s kettle. The plastic casing was half broken, damaged during their midnight somersault antics.
Li Yousi poured the hot water into the basin, leaving half for Liu Feng.
Steam rose where the hot water met the cold, releasing a burst of warmth.
As he washed his face, he overheard nearby voices discussing recent news.
“This morning there was a Hongqi car parked at the Art Troupe’s entrance. Who could it be?”
“Who else? Did you see yesterday’s news? The casting for ‘Dream of the Red Chamber’ is starting nationwide! We’re the biggest troupe in the southwest; it must be coming here.”
“Yeah, Director Wang from Central Television. I just heard from the teachers that they want those interested in auditioning to come today.”
“Being an actor isn’t just about acting skills; you also need a square, hand