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Chapter 163 Can a song make people cry?
As the accompaniment slowly sounded, the audience in front of the TV watched Zhang Chen, dressed in a white suit, holding a microphone and walking through the lights on the stage. After the accompaniment passed, Zhang Chen stood still and sang:

"On the sea, a gust of wind blew
White clouds rush to the land
The monsoon carries away the sand.”

As everyone was waiting intently for Zhang Chen's next words, a clear female voice rang out:

"The alternation of cold and warm seasons
What a vivid life
And traces of withering"

Along with the singing appeared a figure that seemed strange yet familiar to everyone.

It felt strange because Liu Yifei was wearing a white evening dress today and her makeup was youthful but also a bit mature.

The way she sang with all her heart also took away the inherent impression that people had of her as a quirky, petty-tempered person.

While the audience was still reminiscing, Liu Yifei had already walked to Zhang Chen's side.

The two held hands side by side and sang together:
"It's the sudden storm that hits me while I'm running
It is the light of a burning match in the darkness
Maybe you can't guess the unknown fate
Like a shooting star it flies without knowing its destination"

Just when everyone thought that Zhang Chen and Liu Yifei would sing together next, a new voice joined them.

"But I am willing to believe

Shine Yourself"

The singing was sung by Fan Bingbing and Gao Yuanyuan, who passed through the lamp posts and came to the center of the stage, standing on both sides of Zhang Chen and Liu Yifei.

They obviously haven't learned vocal techniques in a systematic way. Although their voices are not hoarse, one can still hear from their singing that the voices are so tense that they seem to be squeezed out from the vocal cords.

However, although their singing voices were not as beautiful as Zhang Chen and Liu Yifei, their ancient costumes gave all the audience a bright feeling.

The glamorous Fan Bingbing in a bright red ancient costume dress and the youthful Gao Yuanyuan in a plain blue ancient costume gave all the audience a strong sense of contrast.

When they wanted to appreciate the beautiful scenery again, Zhang Chen suddenly switched to a monologue in an operatic style to attract them:

"Don't listen to the sound of leaves blowing through the forest
Ren Pingsheng
The final story in Changyin Pavilion

"

After another chorus of four people, the song then turned completely into Zhang Chen's solo, and the three girls became his dancers.

"Don't listen to the sound of leaves blowing through the forest
Ren Pingsheng
The final story in Changyin Pavilion

Six hundred years, a drop in the ocean, a dream

No matter the purpose, you are the most fearless
You who are the most fearless without asking about fate~"

The song incorporates Peking Opera recitation and singing, singing out Su Shi’s famous line “A straw raincoat and a straw hat to face the wind and rain in my life”, making the whole song rich in layers and with a strong sense of momentum.

As the camera switched, the beautiful mountains and rivers of China were displayed to the audiences around the world who were watching the Spring Festival Gala. In the song and the picture, one seemed to be able to see the scroll of history slowly unfolding in front of all the audiences.

"Dad, why are you still crying?"

After Xiao Feng admired Zhang Chen's performance with admiration on his face, he turned around and saw his father with tear marks on his face. He couldn't understand why he could cry just by listening to a song.

"You do not understand"

Old Liu didn't explain anything. Only those who had experienced that difficult time could feel the feeling of Zhang Chen's singing, accompanied by the beautiful mountains and rivers of China, rushing into the depths of his memory.

All the ups and downs of that moment came to his mind, and tears flowed out of his eyes uncontrollably.

"Zhang Chen, he sang and made people cry on New Year's Day. It's unlucky."

"What do kids know? This is a song that tells a story."

In fact, it was not just Lao Liu. Many older generations in the audience across the country shed tears. Even the wanderers in foreign countries couldn't help but shed tears when they saw the beautiful mountains and rivers of the motherland and Zhang Chen's poetic lyrics.

Some people have also raised the same question as to whether singing can make people cry.

"Brother, I saw many people crying at the scene, is it that exaggerated?"

"It's fake. They are all hired by me."

"That's what I said. How could someone cry just by listening to a song?"

Liu Yifei nodded suddenly. Although she thought Zhang Chen's singing was beautiful, it was far from making her want to cry.

But when she saw the red-eyed lady in front of her, she shut her mouth.

"This is Yifei, right?" The lady touched Liu Yifei's head, "You sang well."

"This year's new album has been prepared for you a long time ago." Zhang Chen also took out the hardcover signed album that he had prepared long ago.

"I heard that your album is very popular in the United States. Some of their leaders can't get your autographed album. This time, ask your assistant to get more. It will be useful at the end of this month."

"Of course no problem, I'll deliver it to you in a few days."

"By the way, don't let some little rascals ruin your mood."

"I know, and I know who is behind it."

"Do you need help?"

"That's not necessary. I can handle it. I won't bother you."

After the visitor left, Zhang Chen turned around and looked at Liu Yifei with a smile: "So, is my song touching?"

“Touching, very touching!”

"Do you still dare to question your brother?" "No, no, no."

"Why did you suddenly become a little coward? Hahahaha."

Zhang Chen ruffled her hair and dodged three meters before Liu Yifei's flying kick arrived.

They can't leave early tonight because they need to go on stage again with all the performers and staff of the Spring Festival Gala and sing "Unforgettable Tonight" together under the leadership of the lady.

This year's Spring Festival Gala used a different form of performance, bringing a different feeling to the audience.

It also showcased the customs of various places to audiences across the country, including BJ, the dancers coming and going on the Shenzhen stage, the enthusiastic fans in Shenyang, the dazzling fireworks in Shanghai, and the gorgeous dragon lanterns and lions in Xi'an.

Of course, some people also noticed that a lot of the applause seemed to be rehearsed, and seemed a bit stiff or formulaic, and the host's frequency of applause seemed a bit high.

But the merits outweigh the flaws. Generally speaking, this year's Spring Festival Gala still has the sketch artist Wang Kangding in the language category, and Zhang Chen, who returned to the Spring Festival Gala after a year to sing his new song for the first time and made many people cry with his singing.

Therefore, many viewers gave this year's Spring Festival Gala a high and satisfactory score in their hearts.

"Zhang Chen deserves a beating for making people cry during Chinese New Year's Day." This is the voice of many people.

"The three golden flowers around Zhang Chen are so beautiful!" This is the voice of those who are obsessed with looks.

“When will Zhang Chen release his new album? My wallet is already thirsting for money!” This is the common voice of Zhang Chen’s fans all over the world.

"I'm so tired. I really want to go home and sleep."

This was Zhang Chen’s wailing sound at this moment.

After the Spring Festival Gala officially ended, he also received a wave of compliments from the performers.

Zhang Ziyi was particularly enthusiastic, and her words kept hinting that she wanted to play a role in Zhang Chen's TV series.

Zhang Chen simply couldn't understand why this popular young star, who had reached the peak of his career as soon as he debuted, would "condescend" to the small screen and star in a TV series produced by his company.

In the end, they could only let her come for the interview when the TV series officially opened for interviews with actors.

"Didn't you ask them to guest star at the MTV Asia Awards?"

Liu Yifei knew everything about Zhang Chen, so after Zhang Chen dealt with that annoying old woman, she immediately complained about Zhang Chen's own fault.

"Then don't look for me. I'm not a director or a producer. How can a small actor like me make decisions?"

"How shameless! Let's go!"

After saying that, Liu Yifei ignored Zhang Chen and waved her hand to take the two bodyguards away.

"You're talking as if Brother Wang will take you away alone if I don't get in the car."

The only people around Zhang Chen who have not been conquered by Liu Yifei are Zhang Chen's driver and bodyguard Wang Ge, and Zhang Chen's personal assistant Xue Yining.

Without any instructions from Zhang Chen, these two will not leave Zhang Chen's side during work.

"Boss, Mr. Sun called just now and said he would pick you up."

Xue Yining reminded Zhang Chen beside him.

"My mom. Forget it, let's go."

The hustle and bustle and joy of the New Year always ends with the wailing of office workers.

This day is also the day when Zhang Chen’s new album is released.

In the past, there was always a large group of extras squatting in front of the gate of Beijing Film Studio, asking the crew for roles.

When the mainland film market was completely liberalized, various companies started their own production business. And because of the rise of Hengdian, the gate of the Beijing Film Studio now lacks its former glory.

But there are still some young people who refuse to admit defeat and squat at the door for a long time, waiting for the favor of the crew, hoping that they can be noticed by the director and make a living.

The weather in the capital in late February was still bitterly cold, but it could not stop Wang Baoqiang from wanting to stand out.

He started practicing martial arts at the age of 6, and entered Shaolin Temple at the age of 8, where he served as a lay disciple for 6 years.

After leaving Shaolin, he came to the capital alone at the young age of 14.

The reason for all this can be attributed to the movie "Shaolin Temple" he watched when he was a child. It was this movie that gave him dreams and motivation.

But since arriving in the capital, he has suffered setbacks again and again. Six years have passed since he first arrived in the capital, and he has been hanging around in various crews, playing supporting roles or being a stunt double.

But since the beginning of this year, many brothers who once worked hard together have set off back to their hometowns, saying that the opportunity has come and they want to go back to do some business.

Looking at the empty steps around him, he once had the idea of leaving and giving up.

But on New Year's Eve, watching the song Zhang Chen sang on TV made him more determined to continue working hard for his dream.

“No matter how boundless, endless, or unsolvable it may be, there is always a glimmer of hope. Shine on yourself. You sang it so well.”

Wang Baoqiang squatted on the curb, muttering to himself.

However, when he thought of the brilliant Zhang Chen and his own failure, his head, which had just been raised, drooped down again in dejection.

When he lowered his head, he attracted someone's attention.

"What's your name?"

　Poor me, I am still typing in order to go out tomorrow afternoon. This is the second 3000-word chapter of today, and there are only the last 4000 words left!
　　By the way, have you ever been moved to tears by a song?
　　
　
(End of this chapter)