Huayu97: Starting with Wu Song Fighting the Tiger

Yan Zhilin was also incredibly excited: "Absolutely! When you sang just now, I could practically picture it in my head!"

Liu Xiang, feeling a little embarrassed by the two people's enthusiasm, scratched her head and said, "I was just singing randomly, please don't laugh at me, teachers."

"Singing randomly? You should call that talent!" You Qiuxing pulled him to sit on the sofa. "Come on, let's chat. It's such a waste that you don't sing with that voice!"

The three chatted enthusiastically, from the melody of "Dang" to the current state of the music scene, from acting experiences to singing techniques. Taking advantage of her time travel, Liu Xiang knew all of Dongli Train's songs like the back of her hand, making the other two exclaim that they were kindred spirits.

Before she knew it, an hour had passed. Liu Xiang glanced at her watch, remembered that Director Sun was still in the office, and quickly stood up: "Teachers, I have to go back, otherwise Director Sun will be worried."

"Come on, come on, we'll see you off together!" You Qiuxing and Yan Zhilin put their arms around his shoulders, and the three of them walked out of the room arm in arm, just as they bumped into Sun Shuping and Manager Zhang coming out of the office.

Sun Shupei's eyes lit up when he saw this. He immediately leaned close to Manager Zhang and whispered, with a hint of smugness, "How about it, Lao Zhang? I wasn't lying to you, was I? I told you this kid knows Dongli Train. Look at how close they are, they must be old friends!"

Manager Zhang's eyes widened like saucers as he stared at Liu Xiang, Dongli Train, and the other two with their arms around each other's shoulders, completely dumbfounded.

He had followed the Frozen Power Train all over the country and had never seen the two of them so enthusiastic towards anyone! Was this kid really their "old acquaintance" whom they had been keeping secret?

Manager Zhang's initial suspicion instantly turned into certainty. He hurried forward, his smile brighter than the sun: "Brother Liu Xiang, you're truly a treasure! You and Qiu Xing and Zhi Lin really do appreciate each other, you can chat for so long!"

Before Liu Xiang could explain, You Qiuxing interrupted, "That's right! The three of us brothers have a very good understanding!"

Yan Zhilin chimed in, "That's right! From now on, Liu Xiang will be an unofficial member of our Frozen Power Train!"

Liu Xiang: "..."

Alright, now we're completely familiar with each other, no need for explanations!

Sun Shupei was so smug he was practically wagging his tail, patting his chest and saying, "I told you I had a good eye for people! This kid Liu Xiang is definitely going to amount to something!"

Liu Xiang followed the frozen train out of the recording studio, and just as she turned the corner, she ran into two girls.

A girl wearing a white down jacket, with her hair in a ponytail, was holding a guitar.

This is Li Yujun. She just finished recording "Rain Butterfly" and her voice is still a little hoarse. She can be seen with Liu Xiang, Dongli Train, and the other two arm in arm.

At this moment, she nodded slightly.

The other one, wearing a pink hoodie and a baseball cap, with a sweet smile on her face, is none other than Fan Xiaoxuan. Her big eyes blink brightly, radiating a lively spirit.

"Brother Qiuxing, Brother Zhilin, who is this?" Fan Xiaoxuan looked Liu Xiang up and down curiously, her voice as sweet as cotton candy.

"This is Liu Xiang, our good brother! He sings incredibly well!" You Qiuxing deliberately emphasized the words "good brother".

At this moment, a few people gathered together and chatted enthusiastically.

Relying on her thorough knowledge of these singers' works, Liu Xiang hit the nail on the head with every word.

Li Yujun looked at him in surprise: "How do you know so much about music?"

After hearing Liu Xiang's interpretation of "Rain Butterfly," he immediately pulled him back to the recording studio and recorded the song again. This time, her voice had a more lingering and affectionate quality, making it even more captivating than the previous version.

After listening, Manager Zhang slapped his thigh and exclaimed, "This rendition of 'Rain Butterfly' is absolutely wonderful! It's practically tailor-made for Ziwei!"

As evening fell, neon lights illuminated the streets of Beijing. You Qiuxing and Yan Zhilin, having other business to attend to, left first. Li Yujun, gazing at the sunset outside the window, suddenly suggested, "Liu Xiang, Fan Xiaoxuan, how about we go for a walk around Beijing? I've been here so many times but haven't really seen it properly yet!"

Fan Xiaoxuan cheered with joy, and Liu Xiang naturally wouldn't refuse.

The three strolled along Wangfujing Street. A music store along the street was playing Jacky Cheung's "Goodbye Kiss." The sound from the loudspeaker was a little hoarse, yet it carried a nostalgic feel. Fan Xiaoxuan pulled Liu Xiang along, pointing to a candied hawthorn stall by the roadside: "Brother Liu Xiang, can I have one of those?"

Liu Xiang smiled and bought her a skewer of bright red hawthorns coated in sugar, which glistened under the streetlights. Fan Xiaoxuan took a bite, and sugar crumbs got on the corner of her mouth, making her look like a little squirrel stealing a bite.

While strolling around, Liu Xiang suddenly thought of Han Geng.

Liu Xiang said to the two women, "How about I take you to see a young man?"

At this moment, both Li Yujun and Fan Xiaoxuan nodded.

Liu Xiang, with the two women, eventually found the alley where Han Geng's family lived.

The old locust tree in the alley has its bare branches stretching towards the sky.

Han Geng's mother opened the door, saw Liu Xiang, paused for a moment, then smiled: "It's Liu Xiang, what brings you here?"

"Auntie, we came to visit you and also to chat with Han Geng," Liu Xiang said with a smile.

Han Geng's mother's smile faded slightly, and she sighed, "He went to South Korea, saying he wanted to try his luck. He's been gone for several days now, and it'll be many years before he comes back."

Liu Xiang's heart skipped a beat, and a sense of loss welled up inside him. He looked at Han Geng's photo in the room, the boy in the white shirt with a bright smile, and silently wished him well: Han Geng, may you have a safe journey and a bright future.

As they left Han Geng's house, night had fallen. Seeing Liu Xiang's somewhat downcast expression, Li Yijun said softly, "We'll meet again someday. The weather's nice tomorrow, shall we go to the Forbidden City?"

At this moment, Liu Xiang nodded.

The next day, the sun shone brightly. The three arrived at the Forbidden City, its red walls and yellow tiles gleaming in the sunlight. There weren't many tourists yet, and the snow-covered palaces added to their solemnity. However, it was still early in the season; the flowers in the Imperial Garden hadn't bloomed yet, their bare branches swaying gently in the cold wind.

As they walked, Li Yijun suddenly became interested, cleared her throat, and began to sing "Rain Butterfly": "Even if love breaks your heart, don't blame anyone, it's just because the encounter was too beautiful..."

Her voice was melodious and affectionate, carrying a faint sadness, echoing in the empty palace.

Standing under the red wall, listening to the singing and looking at the bare branches of the flowers in front of her, Liu Xiang suddenly felt a strange feeling welling up in her heart.

In what seemed like an instant, a spring breeze swept by, and peach blossoms bloomed, filling the courtyard with fragrance.

In an instant, it seemed as if the gentle Ziwei, dressed in ancient costume, stood among the flowers, expressing her endless longing to Erkang.

In an instant, this winter became warm and bright because of this song and because of these people.