Chapter 60: Attention and Discussion (Bonus Chapter for Reaching 50 Recommendations)

This was precisely why Chu Luoxi had no intention of actively paying attention; she knew the focus was never really on her. Besides, she wasn’t some rookie just entering the scene—the novelty of her own work had long since faded. If Cold Road hadn’t mentioned it yesterday, she wouldn’t even have remembered to check.

A quick glance at the media reports gave Chu Luoxi a clear idea: they were all standard fare, polite commendations, nothing particularly glowing, nor any harsh criticism. In short, it was the typical treatment for someone barely visible in the industry.

If the media coverage was official and perfunctory, it was only when Chu Luoxi turned to the comments from netizens that she understood why Cold Road said the feedback on her was so high.

"Dragon Roars Across the World" had quite a few episodes. Since its premiere on June 1st, only a few days had passed. The second and third reruns were still going strong.

And yet, on the most authoritative and largest film and television website in China, "Dragon Roars Across the World" had swept through the rankings with the force of an unstoppable army, claiming the top spot in every list it could dominate in a short period. As for charts that required time to accumulate results, "Dragon" still refused to be left behind, its ascent as rapid as a rocket with boosters, trampling over one renowned series after another.

China Film and Television Net gathered countless industry professionals, reviewers, and the largest audience base. If you wanted to see anything, this was the place.

Chu Luoxi, too, couldn’t resist. She wanted to see the audience's word of mouth for "Dragon" and their opinions of her—there was no better place for it.

Entering the exclusive forum for "Dragon" on the rankings, Chu Luoxi was genuinely impressed. The popularity was extraordinary! Groups of fans lived in the forum day and night, always with something to say.

With the drama finished airing, analysis and review posts had sprouted like mushrooms after a rain, especially those discussing characters and interpretations, many of which were insightful.

Reading through selected posts, Chu Luoxi became genuinely interested. Some viewers’ perspectives were unique and flavorful, representing the sentiments of a significant portion of the audience. Their views seemed to inspire the actors’ performances, the director's filming, and the screenwriter’s writing. Perhaps this was what it meant to be "seasoned."

In her previous life, before joining a company, she had to hustle daily for jobs and rarely browsed such sites. After joining, her schedule was packed, exhausting her to the point where she only wanted to sleep, and had little time to visit these forums. Occasionally, if there was noteworthy news, her assistant or agent would relay it, so she’d think she knew, but in reality, she didn’t.

Now, after spending some time browsing, Chu Luoxi realized how much she’d missed. Without seeing it firsthand, she could never have found such inspiration.

Like discovering a treasure trove, Chu Luoxi clung to her laptop, even neglecting her post-dinner return to the set for contract signing, which she hadn’t handed back to Ding Ju. Only after being dropped off at school did she hurriedly say thanks, put her things down, and head straight for her dormitory.

Earlier, she’d spotted a trending post, seemingly about her, but hadn’t had time to open it before arriving at school—so now she was eager.

"Discussing the Most Surprising Character in 'Dragon Roars Across the World'—Yun Tianxue."

The original poster briefly described Yun Tianxue's status, role, and storyline, finally mentioning the performance.

"…Frankly, Yun Tianxue is the soul of 'Dragon.' Everything the protagonist Xiao Tian experiences stems from his mother’s past. Such a woman, dazzling and unparalleled, with a smile that could enchant the entire martial world, is incredibly hard to portray—and even harder to bring to life.

Here, Director Li Shuangmu's keen eye deserves mention. The actress chosen for Yun Tianxue not only astonished with her appearance and style but her acting was impeccable. Every gesture and smile embodied the image of a peerless beauty. I believe, after watching 'Dragon,' Yun Tianxue will be the most unforgettable female character, even though she only appeared for half an episode.

And in that brief appearance, Yun Tianxue's brilliance wasn’t overshadowed by Xiao Jingxuan, but complemented his performance, making her stand out even more. Perhaps, at that moment, not only the characters in the martial world envied Xiao Jingxuan’s father—as did we, the audience, with a touch of envy and jealousy…"

These were heartfelt words. Though not analyzed from a professional perspective, they expressed the viewers’ genuine reactions after watching the drama—the most authentic feedback. Professional reviews can sometimes seem abstract and empty.

What do audiences look for in a television film? It’s all about the emotion. The technical aspects are distant from them. Isn’t it common for critically acclaimed works to flop with viewers?

If Chu Luoxi had to choose between professional criticism and audience feedback, she’d lean toward the latter. She felt her work served the audience and her fans, and as for those so-called "experts," she couldn’t care less.

Of course, if she could have both, she wouldn’t refuse.

"Ah, the original poster is spot-on. I felt the same way. The buildup for Yun Tianxue was so perfect I was afraid her appearance would ruin the goddess I imagined, but when she finally appeared, I was stunned—tsk tsk…"

"Exactly! The female lead in 'Dragon' left only one impression: a vase. If the actress weren’t famous, I couldn’t recall her face. But Yun Tianxue, who appeared for just half an episode, is etched in my mind, unforgettable!"

"Oh wow, finally found a thread about Yun Tianxue. I thought I was the only one amazed while watching the drama. Glad to find my people!"

"Such a beauty—surely not everyone is blind! Everyone knows Dong Bing, the screenwriter, is notoriously biased. Xiao Jingxuan, the male lead, is outstanding, the female lead is a vase, and the supporting actresses are all impressive. Yun Tianxue just had too little screen time; the other supporting roles got their moment before her."

"Yeah, her appearance was so brief. By the way, who is the actress? She has both looks and talent—she shouldn’t be so obscure!"

Someone finally asked the key question. Instantly, the topic shifted, and everyone began discussing Chu Luoxi, the actress who played Yun Tianxue.