novellhall Chapter 140 Jennifer's Favorability +3 [4000]
Chapter 140 Jennifer's Favorability +3 [4000]
Chapter 140 Jennifer's Favorability +3 [4000]
Chen Xun felt that level 5 was a watershed moment.
The [Body] attribute on the panel has truly evolved from "can do" to "knows how to do".
His understanding of the precision and potential of body control has reached a whole new level.
If I had been driving a pretty good car before...
Now he not only knows how to drive, but also has a general understanding of the principles of engine, transmission and suspension, which allows him to better utilize vehicle performance and even anticipate some situations.
"Cut! Great! That's a good take! Everyone, rest where you are and check for injuries!"
Director Gary Ross's voice came through.
The actors on stage breathed a sigh of relief and helped each other get up from the mud.
Someone was helped up with prop blood all over their face; it was quite frightening.
If you're shooting a horror movie, you don't even need extra makeup; you just need to change the background music!
Jennifer was covered in mud, her face smeared with it, but her eyes were bright. She glanced at Chen Xun and gave him a "done" gesture.
Then they started discussing the moves they had just performed with the stuntwoman who played the female offering. The two talked and gestured as they went, mud dripping from their bodies.
Chen Xun also went over and helped pull up a male actor who was playing a corpse.
"Are you alright?"
"It's nothing, it's just that the mud is too cold, and I got a little stiff after lying there for a while."
The male actor chuckled and stretched his shoulders, then looked at Jennifer: "Miss Lawrence really went all out; that tackle just now was incredibly professional."
He's still a simp!
Chen Xun didn't expect that the first thing this guy did after getting up was to lick the female lead.
A simp who licks his boots will end up with nothing!
Young man, you've chosen the wrong path!
At this moment, Hank walked over and patted Chen Xun on the shoulder: "Chen, that part you ran just now was good. Your stumbles were very realistic, but your core remained stable and you didn't really fall. Keep it up. When we film the scene where you hide and observe, pay attention to the terrain. We've marked some places because they're particularly slippery."
This guy came out of training camp and transformed into an action director.
Working two jobs on the same film set!
"Understood, Hank."
Chen Xun nodded.
He feels in excellent physical condition right now.
Moreover, he also possesses the [Basic Field Combat] skill attribute orb absorbed from Hank, along with the [Limbs] attribute that has just reached level 5, making this terrain a piece of cake.
During a break, Jennifer came over, seemingly unconcerned about being covered in mud, and took a few mouthfuls of water from her assistant.
"Damn it, that throw just now, I almost thought something was flying at me!"
Chen Xun was speechless.
He was starting to regret teaching Jennifer to swear!
It just feels a bit strange to hear that word come out of a foreigner's mouth.
Chen Xun now really wants to report Jennifer for swearing and make her pay a fine.
Filming continues.
Chen Xun's role shifts to hiding in the forest, observing cautiously, and interacting with Katniss later on.
The upgraded physical attributes made him more adept at performing these movements.
Climbing slippery rocks, sneaking through bushes, and even simulating walking with a limp after an injury all appear exceptionally realistic and natural.
Many movements require almost no deliberate design; the body instinctively knows how to do them.
Director Gary Ross watched from behind the monitor, nodding repeatedly.
He turned to the photographer beside him and said, "Chen's body language is getting better and better. Look at his action of peeking out from behind the rock. It has both vigilance and the neatness of a well-trained offering. It's very natural."
The day's filming ended amidst mud and sweat.
When filming wrapped, everyone looked like they had just been pulled out of a mud pit, but they were in good spirits, especially after completing several challenging action scenes, which gave them a sense of accomplishment.
Back at the camp, the first thing we did was line up to wash off the mud.
Hot water is limited, but being able to take a shower is already a great blessing.
The filming in the forest entered its second day, and the intensity only increased.
Today’s main event is Katniss’s series of solo performances as she escapes alone into the depths of the forest after the initial chaos.
One of the most crucial and dangerous scenes is when she desperately tumbles down a steep, lush slope to avoid other offerings.
This slope was carefully selected.
The hillside has been treated in some ways, with particularly sharp rocks and exposed tree roots removed, and a thick layer of humus and fallen leaves laid down as a buffer.
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However, the slope is still considerable, and the length is about fifteen or sixteen meters.
As originally planned, the complex tumbling maneuvers were to be performed by a stunt double.
Jennifer only needed to film the shots of her looking back in panic at the top of the hill and struggling to climb up at the bottom, with editing and stand-in shots used to connect the shots.
But Jennifer clearly doesn't think so.
Early in the morning, she repeatedly observed the terrain from the top of the hill and discussed it with action director Hank and her stunt double.
Chen Xun had no scenes to film this morning, so he watched from the sidelines, preparing to observe and learn.
"I think I can try the first part myself."
Jennifer pointed to a relatively flat area on the upper part of the slope: "The plot requires the feeling of rolling and crawling. Although the stunt double is professional, when the camera is close to my face, the expression and the momentary fear are more realistic if I do it myself."
As she spoke, she glanced at Chen Xun and said, "The director praised someone's action scenes for ages yesterday, I can't lose."
Upon hearing this, Chen Xun...
Got it!
That competitive spirit just kicked in.
And he also took himself along.
He quickly said, "Safety first, this slope looks slippery."
Action director Hank frowned: "Jennifer, we know you're dedicated, but this slope is risky. We've taken precautions, but accidents can happen. Your stunt double is experienced and knows how to protect yourself."
"I'll try the first short section, up to that rock."
Jennifer pointed to a rock marked at the top of the slope: "Just roll it two or three times, Hank, make the choreography simple for me."
She looked at Director Gary who was walking over: "Director, didn't you say that we should really listen, really see, and really feel? The effect of fake rolling and real rolling is definitely different."
Director Gary stroked his chin, looking at Jennifer and then at the hillside, clearly weighing his options.
Actors actively request challenges and pursue realistic effects, which is usually an irresistible temptation for directors.
Jennifer's previous performances were indeed very captivating.
"You must make sure you follow Hank's instructions exactly!"
"absolute!"
Jennifer's eyes lit up.
"Hank, redesign the simplified version of the movement, focusing on head and spine protection. Add elbow and knee pads, check the ramp again, and clean up around that marker stone."
Director Gary finally made the decision: "Let's try shooting one take first. If it doesn't work, we'll replace the stunt double immediately. Chen, you stay here and keep an eye on things."
Chen Xun nodded.
The hillside has been soaked by rain, and although something has been laid on the surface, it's hard to say what's underneath.
Moreover, in a forest environment, who knows if there are any loose rocks affected by the rain a few days ago.
It took more than an hour to prepare.
Hank and his men inspected the ramp again, pruning away any small branches that might snag on clothes.
Jennifer put on thick protective gear, with a windbreaker over it for cover.
The movement is designed to be very simple: lose your footing at the top of the slope, fall to your side, then curl up and curl up, using inertia to roll naturally two or three times, and then use your hands and feet to slow down and stop near the marker stone.
"Remember, engage your core, distribute the impact using your shoulders and back, and absolutely do not let your head touch the ground! Use your hands to brace yourself and slow down when you feel the marker stone!"
Hank repeatedly gave instructions.
"clear!"
Jennifer took a deep breath and stood at the designated spot at the top of the slope.
All departments are ready.
Chen Xun stood next to the director's monitor, from which he could see most of the slope.
"Action!"
Jennifer instantly got into character.
Her face showed panic at being chased. She glanced back, slipped, screamed, curled up into a ball, and tumbled down the slope.
The beginning went smoothly.
Her rolling motion was very realistic, not a protective roll by a stunt double.
There were a few shots where Jennifer showed her face, and she did a great job.
The director nodded slightly in front of the monitor.
Just as she was halfway through her roll and about to reach the large rock that served as a marker and buffer, something unexpected happened!
Because it wasn't noticed during the previous cleanup, a rock buried in the soil at the top of the slope was loosened by Jennifer's step and rolled down with her!
The falling rock then carried some loose stones and clods of earth below, and in an instant, several stones of different sizes rolled down with Jennifer!
"Oh no! Falling rocks!"
Hank was the first to shout it out.
"Jennifer! Watch out!"
Director Gary also jumped to his feet.
Jennifer, who was rolling around, obviously heard the noise, but she was in an uncontrollable rolling state and couldn't dodge it at all!
The moment the stone loosened, Chen Xun's body reacted faster than his brain!
The explosive power brought by the level 5 limb attribute is instantly unleashed!
He darted out from beside the monitor like a cheetah, not running downhill, but diagonally uphill to a relatively gentle ridge at the bottom of the slope, in front of the area where Jennifer was supposed to slow down.
His speed was astonishing; he was already in place almost as soon as the crowd gasped in surprise.
As the largest, basketball-sized rock, covered in dirt, hurtled toward Jennifer who was rolling around, Chen Xun calculated its trajectory and, at the last second, turned and delivered a precise volley!
"Bang!"
With a muffled thud, the sole of his heavy Martin boot slammed into the side of the falling rock.
The stone was kicked off its original trajectory, flew sideways, and crashed into a tree next to it.
Fortunately, the rocks weren't moving too fast.
Even so, Chen Xun felt a sharp pain in the soles of his feet. Fortunately, the soles of his Martin boots were thick enough to protect his feet from injury.
However, there were still several smaller pieces of gravel and clods of earth that could not be completely intercepted in time!
One of the fist-sized rocks grazed the outside of Jennifer's curled-up calf, while the other struck her side brace.
"Ugh!"
Jennifer cried out in pain.
The rolling motion was completely distorted, and it lost control near the marker stone. It rolled down two more times before being stopped by a pile of pre-placed soft cushions.
"Stop! Medical staff! Quickly!"
Director Gary's face changed, and he grabbed the walkie-talkie and yelled.
Chen Xun jumped off the protrusion and rushed to Jennifer's side in a few steps.
She lay on the cushions and fallen leaves, her face and body covered in mud, wincing in pain, but conscious.
She first touched her head to make sure the helmet and protective gear were intact before she felt the sharp pain in her legs and waist.
"Don't move, check first!"
Many people in distress outdoors do not suffer serious injuries at first, but rather secondary injuries caused by the person being rescued moving around haphazardly.
Chen Xun pressed down on her shoulder as she tried to get up and quickly checked her over.
The waist brace provided some support, so it shouldn't be a big problem.
However, on the outside of his left calf, the costume had been torn, and a large, shocking red swelling was rapidly spreading on the exposed skin.
There were also bloodstains from abrasions in the middle, which looked like impacts and sprains caused by the stone that had been scraped.
"My legs hurt so much!"
Jennifer gasped for breath, cold sweat beading on her forehead.
The medical staff accompanying the film crew rushed over with their kits and quickly conducted an examination.
Preliminary assessment indicates severe soft tissue contusion in the left calf and possible ligament sprain. Fortunately, there are no open wounds or obvious signs of fracture.
There are bruises on my side, but the protective gear did a great job, though I still have a sprain.
"Ice is needed, the area needs immobilization, and immediate transport back to the camp's medical vehicle for further examination. Ideally, it should be taken to the hospital at the foot of the mountain for an X-ray to confirm the bone structure."
The doctor made arrangements quickly.
A collective gasp filled the air.
Several staff members looked with lingering fear at the slope where bits of soil were still rolling down.
If Chen Xun hadn't made that brilliant move of kicking away the largest stone, the consequences would have been unimaginable.
If that rock had hit Jennifer directly on the head or spine while she was rolling—
"Chen! Well done! Your reaction was incredibly quick!"
Action director Hank patted Chen Xun's shoulder hard, his eyes filled with lingering fear and gratitude. If something had really happened, neither the crew nor he would have escaped unscathed.
Hank just retired from the military and changed careers.
An unexpected accident ruined Yi's promising career, which was just about to blossom anew!
The level of obstruction above his head fluctuated rapidly, finally settling at 78 points!
Gary walked over, his face still pale. He looked at Jennifer being carefully lifted onto a stretcher, then at Chen Xun, and let out a heavy sigh: "Chen, thank you so much!"
He expressed his gratitude very solemnly.
In the remote mountains and forests of Yi, although medical vehicles are available, the troubles of rescue and follow-up in the event of a serious accident are unimaginable.
Chen Xun reacted quickly and decisively, preventing a potential disaster from escalating into a major safety incident.
Gary Ross's obstruction level +10, current obstruction level: 86
The other producers, assistant actors, and production assistants who gathered around also looked at Chen Xun with admiration.
Such a display of composure in the face of danger, agility, and willingness to risk one's life to save a colleague is a plus in any team.
Chen Xun noticed that the "obstacle level" characters above the heads of the staff surrounding him fluctuated significantly.
Some added four or five points, while others added more than ten points.
Before Jennifer was carried away, her pain subsided slightly. She lay on the stretcher and looked at Chen Xun.
Her face was pale, and her hair was covered with withered leaves, but her eyes were exceptionally bright.
She opened her mouth as if to say something, but in the end she only said softly, "Thank you, Chen Xun, you saved me again."
She was referring to the incident during the training and competition where Chen Xun cushioned her fall.
[Jennifer Lawrence's Obstacle Level +3, Current Obstacle Level 94]
Chen Xun nodded to her: "It's alright, it'll be fine during the checkup."
After Jennifer was carried away, Gary immediately announced a halt to filming for the day and a comprehensive inspection of all outdoor locations for potential safety hazards.
After the incident involving Yizhong, no one was in the mood to continue filming.
Chen Xun returned to the chessboard, washed the mud off his hands, and mentally reviewed the thrilling experience he had just had.
The explosive power and confidence in body control brought by the Level 5 physical attributes played a decisive role in the critical moment.
The speed and accuracy with which he made that judgment and acted were something he might not have been able to achieve even if he had the intention to save lives.
At most, he can only push away the people around him.
The idea that Yi Zhong could rush over and kick away the stone is something even Ren couldn't imagine.
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