Chapter 49 Pampering

The filming process of "Magical Girl Illya" was generally smooth. Although the actors were a little raw in their acting, considering that all the actors in this drama are newcomers, Nanaya can still tolerate these minor problems.

In addition, the early schedule of the "Magical Girl Illya" crew was relatively loose, so when filming the first few episodes, Nanaya began to consciously focus on cultivating the acting skills of these new actors.

What surprised Nanaya the most was that the one with the best acting skills among the four main actors so far was not Illya, who performed the most naturally, nor was it Tohsaka Rin, who had made obvious progress after the official filming started, but Luvia, the only foreigner in the crew.

"It's really surprising. I didn't expect that Luvia-chan would be so outstanding."

When Nanaya was chatting with Luvia during a break in the filming, she couldn't help but admire her performance.

"Of course, I'm the best at everything I do." Luvia said proudly while curling her long golden hair.

Luvia was very happy about the director's praise. Although the role was a perfect match for her, and there was basically no difficulty in performing it, she was still a little proud that her first role on TV could receive such high praise.

"Hehe, unlike some half-baked people, I am a professional actor." Luvia said to her right in a mocking tone, and there was no need to ask who she was talking to.

"Tsk! You curly-haired bastard!"

Lin complained unwillingly. She thought that with her experience in filming the Tiger Dojo program and the intensive training during this period, she would be able to perform better than Luvia on the set.

It turns out that Rin was overthinking. Luvia is much better than her in acting. No matter how unhappy Rin is, this is an indisputable fact. The most intuitive point is that except for the scenes where the two of them quarrel, Luvia has fewer NGs than her.

"There's nothing to be dissatisfied about. I've been performing on stage since I was 5 years old. Although most of them are plays, they are definitely not something a country girl like you can compare to."

Luvia's words were very straightforward. I have been accumulating acting skills since I was 5 years old. How can you, a little bitch who changed career path lately, compare with me?

"You're so long-winded. He's just a little bit taller than me!"

Because her father died too early, Rin had no chance to use his father's connections to perform on stage before she became an idol. Although Rin has been honing her acting skills, she often performed on stage at various occasions in school.

But how could such a playful performance be compared with a formal performance?

From this point of view, Rin's loss to Luvia is an inevitable result.

"Well, Tohsaka-san's performance is not bad. It's a big improvement compared to before. I believe you will have more room for improvement in the future."

Nanaya was afraid that the two would quarrel again, so he quickly acted as a peacemaker.

"Hey, big brother~ How's Illya doing?"

Illya jumped directly from behind Nanaya onto his back, hugged his arm and acted coquettishly.

However, faced with such a benefit, Nanaya's heart did not fluctuate at all, and he even felt very hard.

Of course, after all, Illya (and Sera) wore the most tightly wrapped red A spirit costume in the crew. In particular, the outer armor made of acrylic sheets was specially made to highlight the edges and corners of the armor, and it felt really hard and uncomfortable when attached to people.

Nanaya pulled the little girl away helplessly: "Illya, didn't I tell you not to come close when you're wearing the Heroic Spirit Armor?"

"Pfft~ Who asked big brother to make Illya wear such clothes that make it difficult for her to move!" Illya made a face at Nanaya.

Because there was a simple ice pack in her clothes, Illya didn't feel hot despite the tight clothes. But the heavy clothes made it very difficult for her to move, so every time she took a break today, Illya would do this to Nanaya as revenge for her big brother who made her wear such clothes.

Nanaya himself rejected this matter. After all, he couldn't get any benefits through the clothes, and he would be looked at with a perverted look by others. In Nanaya's eyes, such a thing was simply a losing business.

"Puff~"

However, Illya obviously had no intention of stopping. She kept making dissatisfied noises towards Nanaya, although in Nanaya's eyes this was just a cute act.

stare------

[Hmm... the pressure is so great. ]

Nanaya glanced somewhere out of the corner of his eye, where a maid was looking at him with contempt.

"But, Illya, about your acting skills."

In order to prevent his own life from being snatched away by a runaway maid after the show, Nanaya decisively changed the subject to business.

"What happened to Illya's acting?"

When it comes to business, Illya finally shows a serious expression on her face. For the little girl, this is her crucial debut work, and it is also her first step to catch up with that superstar actress.

Nanaya crossed his arms and gave Illya some advice: "Well...your acting is a little too open, sometimes it would be better to hold back a little."

Illya tilted her head and asked, "Is that so? Master clearly told me to be more relaxed."

Because of her recent frequent guest appearances on Fujimura Taiga's programs, Illya has become accustomed to calling him "Master".

Nanaya touched Illya's head and explained, "That's because you and Sister Fuji are performing in a comedy show, so you need to be a little exaggerated. But when you are performing in a formal TV series, you still have to stop at the right time."

"Does that mean there will be two modes? Hmm...that feels too difficult." Illya hit her head with her little hand in distress.

"Well, just try it first. Once you, Illya, can switch freely, your acting skills will basically be qualified." Nanaya encouraged with a smile.

"Um, big...big brother, what about me..."

A timid voice interrupted, Yumi held the sapphire staff prop and looked at Nanaya with an expression of both expectation and fear.

"Director brother...how's my performance?"

The little girl's voice was as soft as a mosquito's. She lowered her head, feeling embarrassed.

"Yumi-chan..."

Nanaya scratched his head in some embarrassment.

To be fair, this little black-haired girl's acting is the worst among all the actors, even worse than some minor actors. Fortunately, the character of Miyu is a silent girl, so the little girl's somewhat dull performance is not a big problem and is acceptable.

Although Yumi herself has been working hard to improve her acting skills, and everyone can see her progress, compared with the three abnormal-level (in a positive sense) actresses around Nanaya, Yumi's growth can only be said to be at the level of an ordinary person.

But seeing the expectant eyes of the cute little girl in front of him, Nanaya really couldn't bear to say such words.

"Um... is Yumi behaving badly?"

Seeing that Nanaya was slow to speak, Yumi already had tears in her eyes.

[Hmm, the little Lolita who was bullied and looked wronged, with tears in the corners of her eyes... feels so cute. No, now is not the time to think about this! ]

Although the soft and cute little Loli is very cute, it would be troublesome if she really scared people to tears.

"Yumi-chan is great too! She perfectly brings out Miyu's cool personality."

"Really?!"

Yumi immediately burst into laughter.

"Of course, Yumi-chan did very well. Your mother will be very happy to see your performance."

Nanaya complimented her a few more times, which made Yumi very happy.

"Yes, mom has been treating Yumi much better recently." Yumi smiled happily, "This is all thanks to my big brother."

"It's fine. It's mainly due to Yumi-chan's own efforts."

Seeing the little girl so happy, Nanaya was also very happy. He planned to wait until Yumi gained more confidence before starting to teach her acting more in depth.

"That's right, Yumi-chan performed very well~"

Illya also joined in the fun, imitating Nanaya's example and stroking Yumi's head with her hand.

"Well...but Illya performed better." Yumi lowered her head, her face full of shyness.

"Of course~"

Illya leaned sideways and proudly stroked her long silver hair with her right hand, a move she learned from her master's show.

"So, big brother, come and praise Illya!"

Nanaya, who was being shaken by Illya, said helplessly: "Hey, don't be too proud."

"Well, I really want to do that."

Looking at Illya playing with Nanaya, a hint of envy flashed in Yumi's eyes.

[It would be nice if I could get closer to my big brother than Illya-chan. At least... at least I could compete with her fairly! Yada yada, what am I thinking! ]

Yumi blushed and quickly hit herself on the head with the sapphire staff that she used as a prop.