AFVSIBS Chapter 42: The Songstress Takes the Initiative


Zhou Chen answered the phone call from the songstress, who went straight to the point:


"Yang Jie, why did you suddenly call me? Is it because Wanhe doesn't agree to authorize 'The Moon Represents My Heart' to you?"


That was the first thing that came to Zhou Chen's mind, considering his strained relationship with Zhang Chuchu and the fact that Zhang Chuchu's husband was Wanhe's manager.


"It's not that. Wanhe doesn't have any objections to you singing 'The Moon Represents My Heart' for me. The main reason is that the copyright fee I offered was high enough," Yang Hanhan said with a smile.


Yes, they both prioritized their interests. As long as the money was right, they wouldn't restrict each other.


"That's good. I thought you called me about this matter."


"I called to ask about tonight's performance of the original songs? My assistant told me that you plan to perform an original song tonight. Is that true?"


"Of course, it's true, and it's a song that has never been publicly released," Zhou Chen replied confidently.


"You're just a trainee who hasn't debuted yet, so any original song of yours is unheard of. But I admire you for having the courage to choose to sing your own original song on such a good opportunity," Yang Hanhan remarked.


"Is Yang Jie worried that I'll mess up tonight's performance?"


"No, no, no, I'm not worried at all. I believe in you. If you could write 'The Moon Represents My Heart' so well, it's not by chance but by your talent. So I believe that your other original song must also be excellent."


Yes, as a professional, Yang Hanhan had already seen Zhou Chen's musical talent, which could almost be described as genius.


So, her call wasn't to persuade Zhou Chen but to confirm, and then she would make sure to be at the program to hear Zhou Chen's new original song as soon as possible.


"Thank you for your praise, Yang Jie. I hope my performance tonight won't let you down."


"Good luck, I believe in you. I'll also be at the program to watch your performance. After that, I'll have my fans vote for you."


"No, please don't."


Zhou Chen immediately refused.


"Huh! How ungrateful can you be? Others would be ecstatic if I wanted to help them like this. I'm voluntarily helping you, and you still don't appreciate it?"


"Yang Jie, I appreciate your kindness. But if you do this, it wouldn't be fair to the other trainees. After all, you're the Songstress of the music industry. Once you vote and score for me, will the other trainees still have a chance? So, let's just let things happen naturally."


Yang Hanhan couldn't help but admire Zhou Chen's perspective and breadth of mind.


After all, if it were any other trainee, upon hearing that she wanted to help voluntarily, they would probably be ecstatic and grateful.


But Zhou Chen refused her voluntary help for the sake of fairness?


It seemed that she hadn't misjudged him. He was truly different from all the other trainees she had met.


Or perhaps he was just different from all the boys she knew.


"Alright, since you put it that way, I'll respect your wishes. It's almost time, so I won't disturb you anymore. You should go prepare. I'll see your performance later."


"Thank you, Yang Jie. Goodbye."


"Zhou Chen, who was on the phone with you? It sounded like the Songstress of the music industry, Yang Jie?"


Su Qingge asked curiously from the side.


"Qingge, you guessed it right. It was her."


Zhou Chen didn't conceal it and told her the truth.


"Oh my god, you're so lucky. She's the Songstress of the music industry, and she called you voluntarily. And today she announced that you're the guest for her concert this month. This is something that many trainees dream of. By the way, isn't she being too nice to you? Could it be that she has feelings for you?"


Su Qingge looked at Zhou Chen with envy.


"Three years older? So what? A woman three years older brings a golden brick. And this is the golden brick of the Songstress of the music industry. Countless people wouldn't even dream of being able to hold it."


"I didn't think about it that much. She called to confirm if I was going to perform my original song tonight."

"Anyway, you now have more opportunities than any of us. Don't forget me, your old friend, when you become famous."


"Don't worry, I won't forget your kindness to me," Zhou Chen replied.


"Zhou Chen, your performance tonight is the last one, is everything okay?"


At that moment, Zhao An walked over and asked Zhou Chen.


"The last performance?"


"Yes, the last one. Because you signed up the latest today, so we thought to arrange you to perform last. It's also to give you more preparation," Zhao An explained.


This explanation was naturally not Zhao An's sincere words.


His sincere intention was to arrange Zhou Chen to perform last to retain the attention and viewership of the program group.


He was very clear that Zhou Chen's attention to the program group tonight was outstanding. If he were to perform first, the viewership of the program group would plummet afterwards.


Therefore, arranging him to perform last was undoubtedly the best choice.


"Alright, I'll follow Zhao's instructions."


Zhou Chen didn't care about this and agreed with a nod.


"Zhao, what about me?" Su Qingge asked curiously.


"You'll be the first one to perform, giving you the first chance," Zhao An said.


Although Su Qingge didn't have Zhou Chen's popularity, she was among the top in popularity among all trainees. So, arranging her to perform first was to set a good atmosphere.


"Thank you, Zhao. Then I'll kick off, and Zhou Chen will close the show," Su Qingge said with a smile.


"Make sure to perform well. Tonight's viewership depends on you two," Zhao An also said with a smile.


"Zhao, it's almost time. Shall we have the host announce the start of the program officially?" 


Zhao An wanted to say something more, but his assistant Qin Haishan reminded him at this moment.


"Okay, you guys prepare backstage. The program performance will start soon."


After saying that, Zhao An walked out.


Then, very soon, tonight's program officially began.


"I heard that Zhou Chen will perform his new original song tonight. I came just for his original song."


"Yes! I heard he's going to sing an original song tonight. I want to see what kind of good original song a trainee who hasn't debuted yet can have."


"I don't think you should get your hopes up. Zhou Chen hasn't debuted, so he doesn't have a dedicated songwriter. Without a good songwriter, how could he have a good original song?"


"You never know. Don't forget his performance of 'The Moon Represents My Heart' yesterday. His original song tonight might be as excellent as that."


"Let's stop guessing, the program is about to start, and we'll find out soon."

NEXT

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