AFVSIBS Chapter 45
Yang Hanhan nodded, agreeing with her assistant's viewpoint.
At this moment, she couldn't help but express her feelings about Zhou Chen's performance of "Childhood" on her Weibo.
She wrote: "A wonderful 'Childhood,' really love this song."
Though it was just a simple sentence, as soon as she posted it, it immediately caused a huge sensation online.
That's the charm and popularity of the pop diva.
"Oh my god, even the pop diva praises Zhou Chen's 'Childhood,' it seems he's truly outstanding."
"Zhou Chen is simply amazing, to write such an excellent song before even debuting, and now he's even won over the pop diva."
"So the pop diva has been listening to Zhou Chen's performance in the program all along? Otherwise, how could she have posted her thoughts so promptly?"
"This is talent; who wouldn't be conquered after listening to Zhou Chen's 'Childhood'?"
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Due to the pop diva's post, the popularity of "Childhood" continued to rise. Soon, it climbed into the top ten trending topics on Weibo, then the top five, and then the top three.
And at this rate, it had a real chance of reaching the number one spot on Weibo's trending topics.
For an unreleased trainee to have such popularity and heat was truly unprecedented.
However, Zhou Chen was still unaware of all this; at this moment, he was still standing on stage because his business wasn't finished yet.
The host walked up to him and said, "Thank you, Zhou Chen, for bringing us such a wonderful 'Childhood.' Next, let's invite Zhou Chen's talent partner, Chen Bo, to comment and score."
As soon as the words fell, thunderous applause erupted from the audience once again.
After the applause subsided, Chen Bo took the microphone and said, "I'm glad to be Zhou Chen's talent partner. I heard 'Childhood' before all of you did. The first time I heard this song, I already felt its charm. Both its lyrics and melody deeply moved me and resonated with me. So I could imagine it causing such a stir tonight. Thank you, Zhou Chen, for bringing us such a wonderful and profound 'Childhood.' It makes us elderly folks feel like we're reliving our childhood."
Once again, thunderous applause erupted from the audience.
Chen Bo's words seemed to have struck a chord with every elderly person in the nursing home.
"Thank you, Chen Bo, thank you all," Zhou Chen bowed and thanked them.
Chen Bo hadn't finished speaking; he continued, "I've heard more praise for 'Childhood' than for Zhou Chen's vocal skills. I'm not very knowledgeable about music, but I can feel that Zhou Chen's vocal skills are also excellent, at least better than many young idols in the entertainment industry. As for those internet-famous singers, they don't even compare to half of Zhou Chen's vocal skills."
Once again, thunderous applause erupted from the audience.
"Chen Bo is right, Zhou Chen's vocal skills are indeed very good. He doesn't seem like an unreleased trainee at all; he's more like a seasoned singer who's been in the music industry for over a decade."
"Yes, I can feel it too. Zhou Chen's vocal skills are too mature; he's not even comparable to those young idols and internet-famous singers. To put it bluntly, comparing them to him is an insult and disrespect to him."
"I have a background in music theory, and from a professional perspective, Zhou Chen's vocal ability is impeccable. It's not an exaggeration to say that many industry giants may not have his vocal talent."
"Artists like Zhou Chen, who have both looks and talent, can be said to be a gift to the entertainment industry. I hope he can debut soon and release more albums."
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Regarding Chen Bo's later point, both the elderly people in the nursing home and the fans online agreed wholeheartedly.
"Thank you for your praise, Chen Bo."
Zhou Chen once again modestly bowed and thanked him.
This courtesy and demeanor made Chen Bo once again feel that he hadn't misjudged Zhou Chen.
"Alright, Chen Bo's commentary has ended. Now, let's ask Chen Bo to score Zhou Chen's recent performance. I also remind friends watching on TV and online not to forget to score Zhou Chen's performance tonight. After midnight, our database will tally the scores and provide an average score the next day," the host said.
At this moment, everyone's attention was on Chen Bo. Because everyone was curious about how many points Chen Bo would give Zhou Chen for his performance of "Childhood."
Chen Bo took the scoring pen and wrote "100" points on it without hesitation.
When the score was held up by the staff, thunderous applause erupted once again from the audience.
"Full marks! Zhou Chen is truly amazing, once again receiving full marks. If the netizens also give him full marks, then he'll have another perfect score."
"Congratulations to Zhou Chen, well-deserved. If 'Childhood' doesn't deserve full marks, then who does?"
"Exactly, no matter how you evaluate Zhou Chen's performance of 'Childhood,' I can't find any faults. So I completely agree with Chen Bo giving him full marks."
"I have to admire Zhou Chen for once again achieving full marks. And there are hardly any flaws; that's his excellence."
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Everyone agreed that Zhou Chen deserved full marks once again.
After all, Zhou Chen's performance just now was there for all to see.
"Congratulations to Zhou Chen for receiving a score of 100 from his talent partner."
At this point, the host publicly announced the validity of the score.
Instantly, the venue erupted once again with thunderous applause, and this time, the applause lasted even longer.
"Thank you, Chen Bo, thank you, everyone."
Zhou Chen once again bowed and thanked them, then slowly made his way backstage.
As he passed by Li Yuan, he deliberately glanced at him.
Unfortunately, Li Yuan didn't dare to look up at him, pretending to be busy with his phone.
And Li Yuan's expression at this moment was very ugly, like the wind, the rain, and the fog.
"Zhou Chen, you were fantastic just now. I'm going to become your fan."
Only Su Qingge was the first to come over, praising his performance with a happy face.
"Thank you, Qingge." Zhou Chen sincerely thanked her.
"Zhou Chen, come here for a moment."
Just then, Zhang Chuchu appeared and asked Zhou Chen to go out with her.
"Zhang Jie, did I disappoint you tonight? With this score, I shouldn't be eliminated, right?" Zhou Chen deliberately asked Zhang Chuchu.
"That's exactly what I want to talk to you about. Why are you hiding so many excellent original songs from me?" Zhang Chuchu asked with a tone of accusation.
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