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Chapter 302: Nobody or Famous?

Yu Wei rarely uses the phrase "with deep respect" to describe someone, but after watching Tong Yulu's competition video, his evaluation was indeed limited to these four words.

What kind of ending would be worthy of all this feigned madness...?

Yu Wei hadn't expected her to carry out her unorthodox methods so seriously; with such a daring attitude, she could succeed at anything.

"Don't just laugh, give me some feedback."

Tong Yulu posted two poke emojis in a row. She was going all out, doing her best and leaving the rest to fate. She treated every match as if it were her last, and she wouldn't regret being eliminated.

From an unknown nobody to someone famous throughout the world.

"It is still some distance from God, but it is already very far from man."

Yu Wei was speechless for a moment, and really didn't know how to comment. It was true that he wanted to laugh after watching the video, but it was also true that he felt a deep respect.

He had guided almost every one of these friends, and he had given them all some advice. Among them, Tong Yulu was always the most obedient.

When he gives advice to Zhang Lingye, Zhang Lingye hesitates; when he gives advice to Chi Leying, Chi Leying weighs the pros and cons.

Even Qi Yuan, who was wholeheartedly his right-hand man, had doubts when he first taught him acting...

Tong Yulu is the only exception. No matter how outrageous, absurd, or unbelievable his advice may be, the other party will unconditionally believe and obey it, and do their best to do it well.

She didn't have the same ideas as Chi Leying, but precisely because of this, she trusted Yu Wei's words completely and didn't hesitate at all.

If you lack your own opinions, then find someone to follow you steadfastly.

"It would be best if you advanced. If you are eliminated, come to my studio."

This is exactly the kind of talent their studio needs. She can even unconditionally trust someone with dirty tricks like turning people into villains or creating abstract art. Her loyalty is beyond words.

Yu Wei originally planned to sign Tong Yulu, and this time he saw her potential. There are many talented people, but only one is willing to listen.

Tong Yulu blinked three times, trying to make sure she wasn't seeing things. The studio she had longed for for so long, one she hadn't even dared to hope for, had actually opened its doors to her at this moment...

"Wow!"

A short, surprised gasp escaped her throat. She instinctively covered her mouth with her left hand, while gripping her phone tightly with her right, as if afraid the good news would grow wings and fly away.

That's a place that everyone in the entertainment industry would kill to get into. Although it's just starting out, with Yu Wei personally overseeing it, its potential is limitless.

I'm actually lucky enough to be one of them?
The unexpected surprise swept away her anxiety about the competition. She participated in the competition for resources, and once she entered Yu Wei's studio, who would care about resources?

Tong Yulu, who was initially feeling conflicted about filming the abstract video, suddenly felt reborn. She was worried about being embarrassed if the video was posted, but now she has nothing to be ashamed of. Others are envious of her!
Even after turning off my phone, my excitement still had nowhere to go.

She hummed an off-key song, hopping barefoot around the bedroom, then rushed to the bed, spread her limbs, and lay down firmly.

I have no regrets...

"Wait a minute."

Tong Yulu seemed to remember something and got up again. What Yu Wei had just said seemed to be that if she was eliminated, she could enter the studio.

What if I advance?
……

Yu Wei said this mainly to give her a sense of security, so that even if she lost, she would have a way out and could approach the match with a calm mind.

If she advances, then signing with a studio will have to be put on hold until after the competition.

After all, he is the organizer, so he definitely has to avoid any appearance of impropriety. Signing people up so openly during the competition makes it hard to convince the public of fairness.

The people their studio has signed so far are all those who were eliminated from the competition, so it won't affect their subsequent advancement. Tong Yulu is no exception.

If possible, Yu Wei still hopes that she can advance, after all, it is not easy to shoot such an abstract short video, and it would be best if it can achieve the desired effect.

Besides, signing too many people is too expensive, so it's better to put it on hold for now.

Shortly after Tong Yulu's entry video arrived, Chi Leying's video also arrived. She chose a very popular youth love song, which was very relevant to the topic.

Her videos are very well-made; they not only feature her singing, but are also carefully edited. A faded school uniform shirt and a pair of slightly worn white sneakers are a testament to the regrets of youth.

"The third sycamore tree on the track that year" is far more vivid and impactful than "We were very sad that year," and Chi Leying clearly understands this, as the video has a very good atmosphere.

Youthful melancholy literature doesn't necessarily have to be heart-wrenching; it can also be filled with a gentle sadness and regret.

Chi Leying was taking a gamble. She was betting that the indigenous singer's "Accomplishment" would focus more on pain, so she focused on the word "youth" and differentiated herself while staying true to the theme.

In this way, even if she can't beat the native singer, she has still shown her own style, and the probability of her securing second place is still quite high.

It can be said that Chi Leying delivered a perfect performance within her personal capabilities.

As she expected, the song "Accomplishment" focuses on the pain and relief after a breakup, and her theme of youth has indeed achieved differentiation.

Shen Yutong advanced in the previous round by differentiating herself, and she has clearly learned from her success and is well-prepared.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, she should have had no problem advancing using this method, but now something unexpected has happened—someone is not following the expected pattern…

Abstract approaches are extremely risky, but they have a very high ceiling. If netizens accept them, then abstract approaches will become the answer.

Playing Go, becoming a professional player, or a streamer—they work diligently but remain unknown; then suddenly, they become famous worldwide.

In the internet age, abstraction can trigger collective deconstruction and group identification, spreading even faster than excellent works. However, this approach also has obvious drawbacks. If no one buys into it, pursuing abstraction is a dead end, impossible to redeem, and ultimately makes one a complete clown.

Tong Yulu's videos have a very high range of quality, and Yu Weiyi can't see the situation in this group for the time being. Let's wait until they are released and let everyone vote.

After the technical department finished processing the new song, Yu Wei quickly edited the new chapter and sent it out along with the three competition videos.

This is the first time Yu Wei has posted such an abstract video. What will become of our entertainment novels...?

"finally come!"

Netizens had been incredibly bored for days without hearing Yu Wei's new song, and now that it's finally here, they had to rush over and check it out immediately.

They first clicked on the song "Accomplishment," and although the theme was very common, Yu Wei's work was still worth looking forward to.

The piano melody in the prelude is extremely simple, without complex chord progressions, just a few core notes in a loop, yet it creates a spacious and restrained atmosphere.

This technique alone sets it apart from ordinary sad love songs. Instead of rushing to stir up emotions, it uses a deliberate pause to allow the listener's heart to settle down.

Then, the voice of the indigenous singer rang out. It was not overly embellished or technically sophisticated, but rather possessed a unique quality—peaceful, warm, and even slightly hoarse and weary.

"Watching you and her walk up to me"
She smiled and said, "Long time no see."

The first line of lyrics is incredibly simple, yet it instantly paints a dramatic scene full of tension.

There was no weeping or angry questioning, just a calm narration, yet it contained a tremendous emotional impact.

Netizens can almost immediately conjure up a picture in their minds: a former lover, with a new love, appears in a seemingly perfect manner, while "I" am the bystander forced to respond with a forced smile.

It hurts, it hurts too much...

Liu Ying's singing was extremely restrained, with steady breath. One could faintly hear a slight tremor at the end of the note, a crack that appeared beneath the effort to maintain calm.

This understated sadness was expressed so well that everyone couldn't help but think of the song "Later" that she sang in the novel.

I feel that singing "Later" with this voice would have a very good effect. Yu Wei didn't just write whatever came to mind; he actually foreshadowed something!

As we move into the verse, the lyrics begin to reminisce about the past.

"I've given you so many years of my youth"

In return, I received a simple "Thank you for making it happen."

The melody here remains gentle, but the lyrics are highly narrative.

It's not an accusation, but more like a bitter self-examination. The word "accomplishment" is uttered softly, without resentment, but rather with a desolate sense of resignation.

This is the highest level of regret. If looking back on the past only brings remorse, then regret will be diluted. Yu Wei understands this.

The sense of misplacement and sacrifice—the feeling of "trading youth for a word of thanks"—is a shared life experience for many.

The indigenous singer's performance here is more like that of a narrator; she hides her emotions behind the words, allowing the audience to fill in and resonate with her own experiences.

"It fulfills your desire for freedom and adventure."

It made my blue sea and sky perfect.

The melody of the song finally rises, and the piano texture becomes slightly fuller, but the overall tone still maintains an amazing restraint.

These two lines of lyrics are the soul of the entire song, revealing a complex and sophisticated view of love—letting go.

On the surface, it seems to be about fulfilling the other person's carefree adventure, but ultimately it points to liberating oneself and winning one's own freedom.

Fulfillment is not simply sacrifice; it ultimately points to self-redemption and rebirth.

Although this song also deals with the common themes of pain and regret, its core message is grounded in reality in a way that is not cliché, which has greatly satisfied netizens.

Netizens genuinely thought Yu Wei was going to do something heart-wrenching and hysterical, but after listening to the whole song, they only heard two words: growth.

Growth is the essence of youth, but also its painful ending. This song is still of excellent quality, so it seems their guess was wrong. There's still no hope this time; the local singer can't lose.

With a knowing look, netizens clicked on Chi Leying's "Youthful Love Song," which also expresses regret, but the atmosphere of this song is more subdued.

More than pain, it conveys memories of youth. Although it can't compare to "Accomplishment," she chose a good song, which is very refreshing.

With the addition of a video full of nostalgic elements, much like a music video, netizens have also expressed their approval of the song. If nothing unexpected happens, these two songs will be number one and number two.

Tong Yulu chose the song "Bubble," which is a song that everyone remembers well. However, Deng Shi's extremely fitting voice has already created a strong impression, making it difficult for her to surpass the original version.

They clicked on the video casually, but what they saw was a scene they would never forget.

Tong Yulu threw out a nonsensical caption, and the next second she changed into a black punk outfit, with smoky eye makeup that looked sinister, and heavy dark brown lip gloss.

In the video, she gave a wicked smile and began to recite, word by word, the dark version of the script that Yu Wei had taught her.

"The world is full of dazzling temptations, but if you don't have the ability, don't try to show off."

By the time netizens realized what had happened, it was too late to run away. Youthful angst literature didn't turn you into a ruthless socialite on the spot.

Don't come here...

(End of this chapter)