I'm a web novelist, and you want me to work in the entertainment industry?

Cheng Che stood in the center of the stage.

He was wearing a black stand-up collar coat, his figure was tall and straight, and there was a very faint dragon scale pattern embroidered on his shoulders and from the hem of the coat.

The pattern was faintly visible through the matte fabric, and when the light swept across it, it looked as if a whole black dragon was swimming on his body.

His usual carefree and playful demeanor vanished without a trace, replaced by a clean and sharp aura.

"...You know what, you really have to admit, isn't this guy really handsome? Even I'd probably only narrowly beat him."

Even without talent, his looks alone would guarantee him a large fan base in the entertainment industry.

What's the use of being handsome? If the song quality isn't up to par, he'll just be a clown!

[To be honest, this is the first time in my life I've seen Zero like this. You little haters are doomed.]

Cheng Che looked ahead and saw hundreds of audience members sitting below the stage, with countless eyes on him, some curious, some questioning, some mocking, and some expectant.

He took a deep breath, without any unnecessary opening remarks. The lights behind him dimmed, and the entire studio seemed to sink into deep water, leaving the room completely silent.

Thump, thump, thump—

The steady drumbeats seemed to come from afar, accompanied by the spacious and melodious strings, creating an indescribable sense of grandeur.

In an instant, it was as if a sandstorm swept through the studio, and thousands of listeners were pulled into an ancient and heavy story in the blink of an eye.

The large screen behind him lit up, displaying information about the songs Cheng Che sang, as if silently refuting something:

Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales

Lyrics by: Cheng Che

Composer: Cheng Che

Arrangement: Cheng Che

Backstage, Xiao Tang sat in a corner, looking at the words on the screen with great emotion.

She felt that there might never be another person as tough as Che Ge in the entertainment industry again.

Isn't it said online that he's never written a grand and majestic song? Aren't his enemies trying to undermine him by praising his new song with unparalleled lyrics, melody, and concept?

Alright, then open your eyes wide and watch carefully. Your brother Cheng Che will surely quell any dissent.

Cheng Che lowered his eyes slightly and spoke.

Compared to his previous clear and clean voice, this time, his singing has a bit more depth:

"I begin to depict this land with my pen, and the bloodline of the nation stretches for tens of thousands of miles."

"For six centuries, the descendants of the dragon have weathered many storms."

In the monitoring room, Director Li leaned forward, almost touching the monitor, with an almost manic smile on his face.

Come on, come on, that's it! Such an awesome song should be sung on my show!

"This central axis of the capital region is like the unwavering integrity of a gentleman."

"The glazed tiles on the Nine Dragon Wall symbolize history's decline and rise."

In the lounge, several guests who were unaware of Cheng Che's song selection were stunned.

Xue Zhiqian, who is also a singer and songwriter, opened his mouth slightly when he saw the lyrics and subconsciously gripped the armrest of his chair.

My arms, hidden under my sleeves, were covered in goosebumps.

Cheng Che's voice gradually rose, steady and powerful, as he sang the first chorus:

"These dragon scales once fell to the ground with a clang, like shattered ice."

"A single scale reflects a heart, the story is so poignant I can't bear to hear it."

The expressions of the audience members below the stage, who were either skeptical, sarcastic, or curious, gradually changed.

Some people instinctively sat up straight, while others unconsciously held their breath.

Originally, I was just looking forward to watching Cheng Che make a fool of himself in the live chat, but I was a little confused:

【? Kids, these lyrics don't seem quite right...】

No, I never imagined he would sing this kind of song!

[I'm just a casual observer. I didn't know Cheng Che before, but after reading what's said online these past few days, I thought he was a cunning guy with some talent. But these lyrics... I suspect some of you are lying.]

"A person who observes propriety and keeps his heart at peace, plays the melodious ancient zither to express the heart of a gentleman."

"I await a response with clear head, lingering over the vast and magnificent Chinese civilization."

In the editor-in-chief's office on the Chinese website, Bai Ye leaned back in his chair, a proud smile inexplicably curving his lips.

Cheng Che, this unreliable kid, is certainly not a gentleman in the traditional sense, but he probably still has a lot of the virtues and cultivation that a gentleman should have.

Moreover, it is the scales of the dragon.

Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales...

What a pleasant name!

After the chorus ended, Cheng Che's singing slowed down slightly before entering the second verse.

"I pay homage to the past as I put pen to paper, to the vast yellow earth of the East."

"The ink splashed across the landscape reveals only the rugged spirit of the Chinese nation."

In a rented room, Lin Wenyuan swallowed hard as he looked at the lyrics projected onto the screen.

He's a scholar, so he can tell the quality of the lyrics.

With the show being so popular right now, won't the performance go straight to the "heaven's ears"?

If the authorities were to personally come down and endorse him, then everything they've done these past few weeks would become a complete joke.

It might even become a joke, which would be the best outcome.

It shouldn't be that bad, right?

"The Shenwu Gate of the Forbidden City, through countless vicissitudes, has forged the spirit of China."

"I inherit and cultivate the culture, and break through the changes to turn the tide."

In a lounge, Sister Zhang looked at Cheng Che on the screen and scratched her head dejectedly.

Can he really turn the tide all by himself?

If that's the case, then the title "aristocrat among pigs" is no longer worthy of him.

He is... a royal family of pigs!

"These dragon scales once fell to the ground with a clang, like shattered ice."

"A single scale reflects a single heart; I firmly believe that great things can be achieved from small beginnings."

The comments section has fallen silent. Although one song cannot completely reverse the current public opinion surrounding Cheng Che, unless one is not afraid of iron poisoning, at least no one will criticize this stage anymore.

[Dude, you mean this song's lyrics and music are unbeatable, and its concept is unbeatable too? Honestly... you're right.]

[Undeniable, a salute to that unknown legendary whistleblower!]

[You know what, you really can't believe it, if Cheng Che's future songs can maintain this level of quality, what's wrong with him becoming the new king?]

My mom asked me why I was kneeling while listening to music.

"To lift up the nation's head and revive it once again."

"Wandering the heavens and earth in search of dragon scales, the dragon's bloodline has grown into a vast forest..."

As the last note faded, the entire studio seemed to be emptied of sound.

Then came a long silence.

After what seemed like an eternity, one of the audience members finally realized what was happening and started clapping.

The applause was like a fuse being lit, quickly spreading and eventually becoming a surging tide.

Cheers, screams, and applause mingled together, their enthusiasm surpassing that of any of the previous guests' performances that evening, and lingered for a long time.

Cheng Che stood on the stage, his breathing slightly hot, and his palms were also slightly warm.

Even the most composed contestant would inevitably feel nervous performing on stage for the first time, especially under such circumstances.

But listening to the applause from the audience, he suddenly realized that performing on stage was indeed a great experience.

Xue Zhiqian didn't lie to him.

Also, no need to thank me, Lao Zi. You should be secretly happy that I gave you such an awesome first time!

The host then jogged onto the stage, his eyes still filled with shock.

He walked over to Cheng Che, picked up the microphone, and exclaimed, "Wow, that was truly a stunning performance!"

"I believe that many of you listeners share the same view as me right now, don't you?"

The audience erupted in a cacophony of responses, the roar almost lifting the roof off the studio—at a time like this, who would disagree?

The host nodded in satisfaction and turned to Cheng Che: "Well then, I won't say anything more. Mr. Cheng Che, would you like to say a few words to the audience?"

He handed Cheng Che the microphone, which he took, his gaze slowly sweeping over the sea of ​​people below the stage.

He suddenly smiled and said, word by word:

"Recently, there seem to be a lot of people commenting on me online, but my comment is—"

"It's all messed up."

[This is ridiculous! Did you hear that, you fangirls? This is ridiculous!]

I admit that "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" is amazing, but who can prove that he wrote it? And who can prove that the rumors circulating online are false?

[I knocked over the sand truck upstairs.]

[You guys in the fandom are really making a mess of things. You still don't understand Zero, and you insist on getting him to embarrass you... You don't really think he only has this one way to retaliate, do you?]

There was a moment of silence in the audience, followed by an uproar.

Everyone understood immediately; some applauded, some remained silent, and one loud-voiced guy even shouted, "Cheng Che is awesome!"

The sound echoed throughout the studio, reaching even the guests backstage, who couldn't help but burst into laughter one after another.

The host almost couldn't hold back his laughter and raised the microphone again, saying, "In fact, our viewers and Mr. Cheng Che may not know this."

"Tonight, we actually have a special friend who came to the show to support our stage."