A reborn mother longs for her daughter's happiness.

Chapter 192 Etiquette Class on the Film Set

"Fu Yu, do you think the film crew will be completely different now that we're back?" Liu Yixin asked with a smile as she sat in the passenger seat, fiddling with her phone while Fu Yu was driving.

Fu Yu glanced at her lightly, a smile playing on his lips: "What big changes could there be? Are you saying there will be a few more flying heroes? But maybe everyone is missing you so much that they can't eat or sleep and have no heart for filming."

Liu Yixin reached out and patted Fu Yu on the shoulder: "You're just being cheeky. I know you too well. You're probably looking forward to going back to the film crew so you can show off your etiquette teaching talents again."

The car stopped outside the film set, and the two had barely stepped out when they were spotted by the sharp-eyed production assistant, Xiao Li. Xiao Li hopped over like a cheerful little rabbit: "Oh my, Teacher Fu, Sister Liu, you're finally back! The crew was practically in an uproar!"

Liu Yixin asked in confusion, "What's going on, Xiao Li? Could it be that something serious happened during filming?"

Xiao Li lowered his voice mysteriously: "It's all because of you, Teacher Fu. In the few days you've been gone, many actors have been talking about learning ancient etiquette from you, and even those big stars have been asking when you'll be back."

Fu Yu and Liu Yixin exchanged a glance and couldn't help but laugh. Fu Yu scratched his head and said, "Wow, am I in high demand now? Okay, let's go take a look."

As soon as I entered the film set, I heard Director Wang shouting at the top of his lungs: "Attention everyone, hold on, there's something important to announce in a bit."

Upon seeing Fu Yu and Liu Yixin, Old Wang's eyes lit up, and he quickly went to greet them: "We've been waiting for you to come back! Teacher Fu, your departure has taken everyone's hearts with you."

Fu Yu smiled somewhat embarrassedly: "Director Wang, please don't tease me. I'm just an etiquette teacher, I don't have that kind of ability."

Old Wang waved his hand: "Don't be modest. These days, period dramas have very high requirements for etiquette. Everyone finds what you taught us to be very useful. So, since you're back today, I'm letting you explain it to everyone again."

Just then, Ah Jie, a young and handsome actor from the crew, came over and said with a fawning look, "Teacher Fu, you're finally back! I've been trying to figure out ancient etiquette on my own these past few days, but I feel more and more confused. Please help me!"

Liu Yixin jokingly teased, "Ah Jie, are you trying to 'overtake' others in etiquette?"

Ah Jie said with a bitter face, "Sister Liu, please don't make fun of me. Last time I filmed a scene where I was paying respects to an elder, my posture was so wrong that the director almost made me cry."

At this moment, Yang Li, the leading lady of the crew, also came over and gracefully performed a somewhat imperfect ancient greeting: "Teacher Fu, I heard of your return and came here specifically to learn from you."

Everyone burst into laughter at Yang Li's performance. Fu Yu suppressed his laughter and said seriously, "Yang Li, your bow is getting pretty good, but you need to adjust the position of your hands a bit more." As he spoke, Fu Yu began to teach Yang Li the correct way to bow.

Just as things were getting lively, veteran actor Mr. Zhang from the crew strolled over. He stroked his beard and smiled, saying, "Mr. Fu, I also have a question I'd like to ask. I've noticed that in many period dramas these days, the characters' sitting postures aren't very proper. Could you tell me how people in ancient times should have sat correctly?"

Fu Yu cleared his throat and said in a serious tone, "Teacher Zhang, there are many rules about sitting posture in ancient times. The most common formal sitting posture is with both knees on the ground, buttocks resting on the heels, upper body upright, and hands placed on the knees. This posture can show a person's dignity and composure. There is also kneeling, which is based on the formal sitting posture, but with the buttocks raised and the upper body upright. It is generally used to show respect or when nervous."

Teacher Zhang nodded thoughtfully: "I see. It seems my posture in the play was really not quite right before."

Ah Jie couldn't help but chime in, "Teacher Fu, what if your legs go numb after sitting for a long time while filming? You can't just suddenly stand up and shake your leg in front of the camera, can you?"

Everyone burst into laughter again. Fu Yu said with a smile, "Ah Jie, this is a test of an actor's basic skills. You have to hold back during filming. If you really can't, warm up your legs beforehand and get used to it."

At this moment, Director Lao Wang clapped his hands and said, "Alright, alright, everyone stop asking questions. Let Teacher Fu give us a live demonstration so we can all learn from him."

Fu Yu nodded, walked to the center of the venue, and began to demonstrate various ancient etiquette movements, from walking postures to greetings, to sitting down and standing up; every movement was performed with standard elegance. The crowd gathered around, watching intently, occasionally letting out gasps of amazement.

As Yang Li watched, she whispered to Liu Yixin, "Sister Liu, Teacher Fu is so amazing. I feel like the etiquette and movements I used to do in period dramas were just 'eye-searing'."

Liu Yixin said with a smile, "Yes, but now that Teacher Fu is teaching us, we will definitely improve a lot."

After the demonstration, Fu Yu had everyone practice in groups, while he provided individual guidance. A-Jie and another young actor were in a group, and the two tried to bow like Fu Yu, but they always did it crookedly.

Ah Jie said anxiously, "Oh dear, why is it so difficult? I feel like my hands and feet don't belong to me anymore."

Fu Yu walked over and said patiently, "A-Jie, don't rush. Look, your hands should be placed like this, and your body should lean forward slightly. Yes, that's it. Just practice a few more times and you'll get it right."

Under Fu Yu's guidance, A-Jie gradually got the hang of it, and his bowing movements became more and more standard. He excitedly said, "Teacher Fu, I think I'm starting to get the hang of it. It seems that ancient etiquette really isn't something you can learn casually."

On the other side, Teacher Zhang and several veteran actors were also practicing diligently. Teacher Zhang remarked with emotion, "You're never too old to learn! I never imagined that after so many years of acting, I could still learn so many new things."

After practicing for a while, everyone was a little tired. Director Lao Wang said, "Alright, let's stop here for today. Everyone go back and digest this knowledge properly. You'll have to use these etiquette rules when filming in the future."

As everyone dispersed, Liu Yixin walked up to Fu Yu and said with a smile, "Teacher Fu, it seems your status in the crew is about to rise to another level!"

Fu Yu smiled and hugged Liu Yixin: "It's all thanks to your support. But I also feel a great sense of accomplishment that I can help everyone."

Just then, A-Jie ran over, looking expectant, and said, "Teacher Fu, Sister Liu, do you want to go eat hot pot together later? It's on me, as a way of thanking Teacher Fu for his guidance."

Liu Yixin laughed and said, "You little rascal, you're quite the smooth talker. Okay, then we won't stand on ceremony."

The group walked towards the hot pot restaurant chatting and laughing. This little episode of etiquette learning in the film crew came to an end amidst laughter and joy, and everyone's enthusiasm for ancient etiquette quietly spread throughout this small film crew.