Get the perfect music system at the start

When Xu Fan left Rongcheng and returned to Zhonghai, no one knew of his existence along the way. He was on a first-class plane, with no one to talk to. After boarding, he began to try, or rather, quietly reflect on all the issues that had occurred during this period, whether it was about another world, about cultivators, or about the stories told by An Lanyue. He had no time to worry about anything else now. He simply lay on the plane watching the scenery flash by outside the window, watching the white clouds one after another, which suddenly made him feel better. Although Pu Sihan, Li Xiaoran, Chen Yuanyuan and others had long since disappeared, he believed that if he had the chance, he would definitely find them. Moreover, through his communication with An Lanyue and the middle-aged man, Xu Fan believed that they were at least safe, at least for now, their lives were not in danger.

It was precisely because of this innate condition that he wasn't too worried. Although he didn't know exactly what had happened, he believed that this event must have been meaningful, or that something was hidden. He was certain that he would find out someday. He believed that as long as he met Pu Si, Chen Yuanyuan, or anyone else, even Li Xiaoran, they would tell him the answer. The answer he had always wanted to know, the answer he still hadn't received, was difficult to describe and a difficult question to answer. It was an answer that was hard to accept, yet also one that was easy to understand and comprehend as the only true answer.

When Xu Fan landed, the plane slowly flew for a while, watching people come and go. He knew there were no people of his social class here. This time, he had come to Chengdu and returned without telling anyone, not even his agent and good friend Zhao Feiyang. He hadn't told anyone about his purpose and outcome of his trip to Chengdu, nor would he. Because he hadn't achieved his goal and gained any results or benefits, he naturally didn't want to talk about it or communicate too much. Since things had already been settled, he didn't want to dwell on any of the issues that followed. And at this moment, unexpectedly, when he launched his trip to Chengdu, the online box office had already exploded.

I enjoyed this film, *Once Upon a Time*, which I co-starred in with Xu Fan and Chen Shan. In a sense, Xu Fan and Xu Shan are partners, comrades-in-arms, and colleagues who share the same director and resources, but are also investors. Therefore, both Xu Fan and Xu Shan truly poured their hearts and souls into this film. Xu Fan himself had enough money, but when faced with these challenges, he suddenly felt he should do something different. Whatever the outcome, as long as there was some result, perhaps he could find the answer. I hope he didn't overthink things or delve too deeply into the deeper meaning, but one thing he was certain of was that as long as there's an answer, the story will ultimately make us braver, no matter what the next step or what the future holds.

As long as we are still here, as long as we haven't given up, there will inevitably be a result. This is everyone's most genuine thought. Even if this matter is irreplaceable and unchangeable, such thoughts are still worth getting excited about and considering. Such thoughts are worth making all of us suddenly become knowledgeable about furniture, home appliances, and home decoration issues from our naive and short-lived state.

There's no way to solve this problem, nor can we truly understand it. What we encounter and what we can't encounter, in a sense, is the most genuine thing that happens. No matter the outcome, no matter the final result, Xu Fan believes that one day he will appear in some corner with someone, standing there looking up at the sky, looking into the distance, talking about some special situations, thinking about the future or the past, and the future. Actually, those are all fantasies he likes to indulge in. He and Pu Sihan have already truly achieved their goal and become a couple that no one can resist or refuse. This is truly a difficult thing to do, but at the same time, it feels like a very interesting thing. His wife didn't leave, so naturally she didn't come back.

Xu Fan didn't know how to describe what he wanted to say, because in a sense, the initial answer and goal of everything he did was simply to find Li Xiaoran and the Bodhisattva. However, he stayed in Chengdu for a long time this time, but he didn't find any of the Sima Jinli-like disappearances. It was as if he had vanished into thin air, or even, in a sense, as if he had never existed. At this moment, Xu Fan was extremely tense. But when he finally arrived in Zhonghai, back in his hometown, and looked at the familiar scenery outside the window, at the tall buildings, he suddenly realized that perhaps he had been under too much pressure recently, and all the problems were surrounding him. When he started looking for answers, naturally there were no answers. Because there is a person who can never see what their back looks like, or rather, a person will never know the back of their head.

As long as he gives it his all, he believes that a perfect answer and result will appear here in the coming period of time. Perhaps this answer and result will not necessarily be finding An Lanyue or Chen Yuanyuan and others, but at least he is very certain of one thing: as long as he does this, a certain result will already be found. A person's growth is always like this. When he starts to search, the answer is actually in a certain place, but he just hasn't found it yet.

Although he didn't know how to describe it, at least at this moment he knew one thing very clearly: when the result was in front of him, when everything that was happening in the world began to become indescribable, the event itself had already changed to a certain extent, and had already become a story that moved everyone.

(End of this chapter)

===Chapter 1065 Resuming the Livestream===

What kind of answer would make Xu Fan brave? No one knew the answer to this question, at least not Xu Fan himself. For him, the most important thing about this event and that event was not the consequences, but what happened before it happened. Xu Fan didn't know what those people had gone through, nor did he know what stories they had experienced. For him, no matter what accidents or stories happened, as long as the road ahead was still open, he would forge ahead. He clearly understood that the road ahead might be going through something he couldn't make up for or accept, but as long as he knew the road was still there, that was enough. This was Xu Fan's deepest thought, and it was what he needed and was most willing to do at this moment. He had never thought about it.

He never imagined that one day he would suddenly give up something, whether it was his favorite music, his favorite songs, or even the movies he filmed, the literature he loved, or the poetry he once cherished. It was precisely this mindset that made him braver in any situation, enabling him to do things that no one else could avoid or achieve. For him, the ultimate goal of doing these things was to achieve a result he liked and was willing to accept someday. Perhaps this is why Xu Fan always pondered deeply and seriously when faced with problems—because he knew that all the problems were now before him, and when he truly tackled them, he always needed to give it his all.

No one's answer becomes simpler, nor does anyone's answer become more complex. For Xu Fan, all the problems can ultimately be solved by his own all-out effort. Since he wants to sing, he believes that more fans will like him. This is Xu Fan's current confidence and also one of the reasons for his longing for that world. He clearly understands that in that world, no one can focus all their advantages on one's entire life like he has. Whether it's musical works, film works, novels, poems, online novels, or even realistic novels, it's difficult for all the problems to be concentrated on one person. For example, at this moment, his novel "The Old Man and the Sea" has won the Mao Dun Literature Prize in this world, but in another world, it's just that one person has won a very prestigious award. However, winning the Mao Dun Literature Prize in another world...

The person who wrote the novel *The Old Man and the Sea* couldn't sing songs like *Sales* in that world. Similarly, the singer who sang about sorrow couldn't write poems like *Spring Blossoms Facing the Sea*. And the poet who wrote poems like *Facing the Sea, Spring Blossoms* couldn't make movies like *Dying to Survive*. It's precisely because of this that it's even clearer and more understandable that all the problems stem from his own body, or rather, everything is because of himself. Because he possesses a system, he becomes incomparable to others—something impeccable and incomparable. Xu Fan clearly understands that things beyond his prediction and control might happen in the future, but at least he clearly understands one special thing: in this world...

He might be close to invincible, but he was also well aware that this invincibility was only in a specific area, such as music, novels, writing, or filmmaking. However, when all the issues were considered in another context, a different change would occur. Xu Fan, a cultivator, clearly understood that the other world led by his system did not have the word "cultivation." Even if such a term existed, it would only appear in the novels of that world, and people there would only use their imaginations to describe so-called cultivation. It never actually existed. However, this world was different. In this world, it was clear that cultivators were in charge of many things. Even though he couldn't solve many of the problems he faced at the moment, he knew very well that that other world existed, and that he couldn't explain that other world or this other world.

The group of cultivators truly exists because they clearly understand that everything in this world proves it. For example, the existence of An Lan Yue, in a sense, already proves the existence of those with genuine hearts. It's important to know that An Lan Yue's essence is that of a true cultivator, transcending the cycle of comfort and pleasure. Even clearer is An Ran's father, An Kong, who appears to be a taxi driver but is actually a genuine special police officer in China. His personal abilities have surpassed Xu Fan's previous expectations. Although that chase seemed simple, it was clear to everyone that An Kun was hiding something.

Therefore, he understands the difference between this world and that world even better, and he understands that when all the problems are combined, there is no way to truly solve them. He knows the difference between that world and this world, and he knows that the cultivators in this world may be different from him, but he doesn't know where those cultivators in this world are, or how he should find them. For example, the middle-aged man who appeared before, and even the five who chased him before, have all considered more than once whether he might exist in this world. Sometimes Xu Fan even wonders under what circumstances he can become braver, when he can find the final answer, and when he can truly understand the uniqueness of this world.

He clearly understands that he can't please everyone, because not everyone will like the songs he sings. For example, most of his music appeals to young people, while older people certainly won't like it; they might find it tasteless. Every song has its own specific audience. Just like his own songs and movies, no single film or song can truly please everyone. This is impossible, and probably no one can. It can only offer something different to each type of audience. He hopes to make the world he describes more powerful and even more fantastical, while also helping people truly understand the difference between that world and spiritual practice.

When Xu Fan returned to Zhonghai, he looked at the cars speeding by in the distance, at the bustling streets, at the quiet and long street. He knew he had lived in this place for many years, and he knew he had lived in this city for many years. He understood that nothing in this world had changed. Just as the middle-aged man and An Lanyue had said, perhaps the world he was in and the world he longed for were actually the same. The difference was that when he came to Zhonghai, no other place in this world existed.

Since it doesn't exist, there's no logic to it. Thinking too much is actually the most important answer. Since there's no way to find the final result, we can only seriously consider the underlying reasons and what methods we should use to get what we want. Many people are thinking about this, and Xu Fan is no exception. He can't find Li Xiaoran; he doesn't know where she went. So, his target naturally shifts to Yuanyuan. At this moment, he can't find her either. Moreover, he clearly understands that since Chun can never find Li Xiaoran, and he can't find Pu Sihan either. When his dearest friend and the woman he loves disappear, he's naturally angry and struggles. He doesn't know what to do, but at the same time, he understands that everything he does is ultimately futile and fruitless. So, he calms down. He believes in something very important: he believes that as long as he seriously does everything well...

Xu Fan was confident that those who wanted to find him would come looking for him no matter when, even if he didn't actively seek them out. This confidence stemmed from his belief that this event would happen again. He knew that Hu Sihan, Li Xiaoran, Chen Yuanyuan, and Han Zilu were all safe, so he believed they were safe. He also believed that since they had found him, it must be for some financial gain. This wasn't just a guess; it was something he had secretly confirmed. Since An Lanyue had said so, Xu Fan didn't think about it any further. He believed that as long as the outcome was still there, and as long as he could find a way out in the future, he would be able to find the final result as quickly as possible. He believed in this, so he didn't do anything more and returned to his apartment in Zhonghai.

Recently, his mother went on a business trip, or rather, went to another place. His little sister, Shui'er, also left, taking her to another city to visit her grandfather. Aside from all this, Xu Fan had no time to think. He knew everything, he understood everything. So when he returned to his beloved house, he suddenly found himself alone in the empty room. Standing in the living room, he looked out the window at the city lights and skyscrapers. He also looked at the distant sky, a gray haze that seemed to foreshadow an imminent rain. Xu Fan thought to himself, and soon after, rain began to fall, drop by drop, on the ground.

The rain in the city gradually intensified, and everything seemed to suddenly fall silent again. Apart from the sound of the rain, there was no other sound. Xu Fan didn't know how to think, nor how to describe the difference between this city and another. He knew it was raining in this city, but perhaps it wasn't in the other. He didn't know how to truly put the answer aside, but at least he knew one thing, or rather, understood one thing: the final result of all problems would begin to become simple at this moment. He watched the rain falling incessantly outside the window, thinking about everything that had happened in recent days. He understood that everything was changing, but for the time being, he couldn't find any solution.

"What a unique city! It's just raining and raining all the time, with no time to waste. I think I should do something else next."

While eating, looking out the window at the rain and the city, he suddenly muttered to himself. After speaking, his gaze returned to the room. He walked through the kitchen, tidied up a few things, ate a little as dinner, and then returned to his room to turn on his live streaming equipment. As he looked at his equipment, he paused slightly, some thoughts deep in his mind. He inexplicably remembered someone who had accompanied him on his live streams, whether at home or in his own home, whether in an apartment or elsewhere. He always felt that with that person present, life still had some flavor. But when that person left, he didn't know what to do. He suddenly wanted to visit his parents, to see his parents. Thinking this, a strange sense of unease arose within him. He remembered clearly when he went to Xia Ziling's house with her ashes.

Looking at the tearful couple, he truly didn't know how to describe it. The world seemed to have already given everyone the answer, including Xu Fan himself, who knew the outcome. There was no way to resolve it, no way to retreat; the result was real and inevitable, beyond any real thought. Therefore, Xu Fan didn't have many thoughts, nor could he. He sat down at his computer, turned on all the live-streaming equipment, and logged into his Douyin account. He looked around and thought for a long time. He didn't know what would become of him in the coming period, yet he knew very clearly that he should perhaps do this or that. He believed these things were meaningful, at least at this moment. Whether it was the past or the present, he believed that doing so would definitely yield some results.

At this moment, Xu Fan returned to Douyin and started a live stream.

(End of this chapter)

===Chapter 1066 A Sensation Across the Internet===

Xu Fan hasn't done a live stream for a long time. This isn't just because he's been very busy filming the movie. You know, Xu Fan really put in a lot of effort and time to make the movie "Once Upon a Time" a success. But at least so far, Xu Fan is happy and satisfied with the results.

So, although he hasn't been doing live streams lately, news about Xu Fan has never stopped for netizens. The recent release of his film has increased his public recognition, or rather, it has allowed most people to once again appreciate his uniqueness and strength. Therefore, when Xu Fan returned to the music and film industries in this way, his achievements were recognized by countless people. It is precisely for this reason that Xu Fan hasn't been doing any real live streams recently. Without live streams, there are naturally no fans listening, and without fans listening, it naturally means he hasn't been singing. He's sitting here today because he suddenly wanted to sing a song and do a simple live stream to chat with everyone about what's been happening lately.

Xu Fan felt that a lot had happened to him, and many things had gradually strengthened his relationship with his fans. In this regard, Xu Fan didn't want to think too much about things in the coming period. He only hoped that after this live stream ended, he could have a serious chat with more people. He didn't know what kind of stories he had met or learned during this period, but he felt that the fact that he started live streaming meant that this event had occurred, and it had a certain significance in itself.

Xu Fan's purpose in restarting live streaming is, of course, to sing. "I'm doing this because it's a good thing," he says. "Whether most people like this song or not, I'm willing to do it. The most important thing is that I believe this live stream will definitely have a good result, allowing me to showcase myself." Therefore, in situations where they don't have time...

So when Xu Fan reopened the live stream, the entire internet went even crazier. Countless people were extremely excited the moment the students went live. Screams and cheers echoed across the internet. No matter where they were, deep down they had all longed for Xu Fan's return. For a very long time, at least more than a month, the West hadn't done any live streams. So when Xu Fan reappeared, they naturally thought of the movie "The Tale of Zhen Ji." A few days ago, Xu Fan was live streaming the preview screening. But that wasn't Xu Fan's own initiative; it was his personal action and something his entire team did. That live stream involved everyone, the entire film crew, and didn't involve Xu Fan much. It was Xu Fan's personal live stream.

In a sense, it also represents Xu Fan's personal abilities and his indescribable personal preferences. So when he seriously describes these things, everyone acknowledges or ponders the energy behind them. No one knows what Xu Fan's reappearance means, but at least one thing is clear: he and his fans have reached a special consensus. They all understand that everything Xu Fan does means he might sing a song. This song might be one he has sung before, or one he has already shared with everyone, or it might be a new song. No one knows if the song will be good or bad, but at least it will be a song about Xu Fan's experiences. Everyone is looking forward to it. So when Xu Fan went online, there were countless discussions and opinions online. Everyone had their own thoughts to express.

The entire internet went absolutely crazy. Whether it was the comment sections of Douyin, the live stream rooms, the topics on Weibo, the messages on Tieba, Douban, or other websites, the news that Xu Fan was going to have a live stream after his release went viral in a very short time. It was widely publicized everywhere, and even QQ groups, WeChat groups, and fan clubs were all discussing this seemingly simple topic. Everyone was looking forward to their favorite star's return and Xu Fan's live stream again. They wanted to hear Xu Fan sing his old songs and also wanted to hear his recent songs.

For a long time before, the West basically released a decent new song every few days, a very short cycle. In the beginning, Xu Fan might have released songs according to the schedule of the show "The Coming One," perhaps once a week. But if you observe carefully, even before that, Xu Fan's release cycle was very short because he would also do live streams online as a masked singer. Under these circumstances, whatever Xu Fan did or whatever song he sang would naturally cause a stir across the internet. In this situation, the appearance of Xu Fan's songs on the internet had become the best way for everyone to look forward to it. Therefore, Xu Fan's live stream again meant that he was likely to lose points again.

A simple song is performed online, and no one knows what kind of song it will be, but at least at this moment, netizens are extremely excited, and opinions are constantly evolving, with everyone expressing their thoughts and opinions.

"You've been away for so long, and we've all been looking forward to your return. During this time, you made that movie, which was really good. I've already had two wins, and I think I'll get a triple win. But compared to that movie, I'm more looking forward to your songs. Whether it's the old songs or the new ones, I think I'll definitely see them again. I believe you love your music just as much, which is why you're going live again today. We're looking forward to your next concert. I'm looking forward to your true intention to extend to the global community. I believe I'll have the opportunity to participate in such a concert and hear your songs live. We hope we'll have that opportunity. Fan Ge, we like you. Liking is a very ordinary but simple thing, but liking you is something that has been ongoing. We hope your songs can bring us the happiest moments of our lives. Thank you for being here."

"It's confirmed! Fan Ge is really online and ready to go live! The live stream I've been waiting for is finally here! It's just a pity I don't know if Fan Ge will sing a heartfelt song or an old song today. I hope this can continue for a while. I haven't been to my brother's concert or his live stream in a long time. I hope I can hear a good song today. Or rather, every song of Fan Ge's is so good, I really want to hear it."

"Every moment, every minute, every second you've been waiting for is intertwined with the possibility of change in everything that happens. No one knows how to express it, but at least in my opinion, during this period of anticipation, your existence means that our lives will have a different outcome, whether good or bad. We are waiting for your return, and now you've come back. The moment you returned, my heart is filled with immense excitement. I look forward to your singing, and I look forward to your music. I also believe that your music will bring us a special miracle. I believe that you will make us braver."

"The live stream I've been waiting for is finally here! Fan-ge, it's been so long since I've heard you sing live. Today I'm finally able to hear you sing live. For the past few days, I've been playing your songs on repeat every day. I can listen to every single song, and some songs are even 'every single song.' So I'm really looking forward to this moment. Thank you for appearing. It makes me feel that your music has always been there. We believe that we like not just you, but your music. We also believe that you have always liked this music, not what some people say, that you have changed your purpose in making movies, and that it's not just about making movies. We believe that we know what we've done because we believe that you have never given up your love for music, just as we have never given up our love for you."

"Oh my god, I never dreamed that one day I would suddenly hear such heartbreaking news. I'm so incredibly excited right now, so I've moved from Douyin to Weibo to express my deepest emotions. Okay, I don't want to ramble on here anymore, because I'm going to watch Fan Ge's live stream. I'll see what he's going to do today. I don't know if he has other people's thoughts, but I don't have time to dwell on it anymore. Ongoing."

"Wait, wait, wait! My brother Fan is finally live streaming! It's on Douyin! I'm coming right away! I've been looking forward to his live stream every day. I dream of being able to participate in Fan's live stream and hear him sing. Maybe that's not my goal, but maybe one day, if Fan could hold a concert, that would be wonderful. I believe I will use all my courage to find a way to buy tickets for Tuesday's concert and attend it. I believe that day will come, so I'm looking forward to it! Wait, wait, I'm coming too!"

Online, whether it's Douyin, Weibo, or other major platforms, the news of Xu Fan's upcoming live stream has been widely circulated. Everyone has their own thoughts and opinions, expressing their deepest feelings and topics. They continuously express their love for Xu Fan and their anticipation for his live stream. Of course, many more are hoping that Xu Fan can hold a real live stream or concert in the future. This is because many people have never participated in a Xu Fan event, or many have tried countless times to get tickets but never succeeded. It's really unavoidable because concert tickets are incredibly hard to come by. Even when Xu Fan held his so-called support concert in the Northwest District of Chang'an City, no one expected it to be like this.

No one knows why this happened. Xu Fan simply participated in a variety show like "The Coming One," which directly and simply turned him into a superstar or singer. His personal abilities may not be that strong, but at least one thing is certain: his musical talent is truly beyond everyone's. However, when everyone carefully observes Xu Fan's growth history, they also discover that Xu Fan's first song, which became a hit across the internet, was the so-called "If I Didn't Have Money," or rather, the song's extreme simplicity. But it was precisely because of that simple song that Xu Fan's talent was brought out. It was also this simple song that made everyone understand that this song was...

This message, written by Xu Fan himself, is something only Xu Fan could write in such a simple and direct way. If he were to become very rich one day, this would be a simple way to support Luo Luo. But it must be admitted that he is very dedicated to achieving success. So, that summer, talent triumphed over capital. He needed to prove the power of capital with his personal abilities. His songs were sung all over China. His songs instantly changed the audience on the internet. Whether it was Xiao Chou or someone like me, Xu Fan used his personal abilities and super charm to attract countless fans who developed a strong love for him. You have to know that Xu Fan is really just an ordinary person, but that's it.

Such an ordinary person, yet the songs he sings resonate so deeply today, so many people truly love and enjoy his music. For example, the fans of songs like "Sorrow" and "Like Me" are genuinely young people who understand the world, feel the indifference of society, and listen to the stories within it, the stories in his songs, as if listening to their own lives unfold. Life is perhaps like mine, a life of quiet struggle, where we don't know how to cope. We've strived, we've worked hard, but something always seems to block our path. We can't find the true answer, nor can we find the final result.

So when countless people flooded into Xu Fan's live stream, Xu Fan was surprised. He never dreamed that after not streaming for a while, so many people would suddenly appear. Especially when he saw the various messages in the live stream, he felt a slight tremor in his heart. He didn't know how to express his emotions at this moment, but he clearly understood that everyone was looking forward to him.

(End of this chapter)

===Chapter 1067 Past and Future===

Xu Fan has indeed been away from live streaming for quite some time, ranging from 10 to 20 days and 10 minutes. It's hard to recall when or how her last live stream was. However, netizens' anticipation for her has never diminished during this period. Before this, every live stream by Xu Fan attracted widespread attention online. Regardless of gender or age, people were all watching her appearance at almost the same time. Obviously, Xu Fan's sudden appearance online is something to be happy about. For most people, everything Xu Fan has done, every song she has sung, and every movie she has acted in is worthy of recognition and appreciation. Under such circumstances, it's natural that countless people are waiting for her sudden appearance, just like today. Although she suddenly went live, this was an experience she had never had before.

Because everyone clearly understands that in the past, Xu Fanqun would always announce his live stream on Weibo beforehand, such as "See you in the live stream at 8 pm tonight," etc. But this time, Xu Fanqun didn't do that, or even do any prior promotion or planning. Instead, he suddenly went live. So when Xu Fanqun appeared, many people showed expressions of disbelief. They never expected Xu Fanqun to suddenly appear in the live stream and start such a simple and incomprehensible live stream. As a result, the entire internet went crazy. Netizens and everyone in the live stream were discussing, anticipating, and expressing their deep affection for Xu Fan. For example, at this moment, the Douyin live stream was constantly flooding the screen with all sorts of comments and messages. Xu Fanqun's gaze was calm and gentle as he swept across the live stream, his gentle gaze meeting the camera's view.

He couldn't see the excitement of the fans on the other side of the camera. At this moment, he simply spoke in his gentlest voice to greet everyone in the live stream: "Hello everyone, I'm Xu Fan, the Xu Fan who loves to sing and the Xu Fan who loves to make movies. I'm very happy to meet you all here at this time and on this occasion. The reason I suddenly started doing this isn't because I want to do anything with you, but because I suddenly wanted to talk to you about the past and the future. I don't know if this world is real or fake, but I suddenly just wanted to be with you all and have a simple meeting."

His words were simple to the extreme, at least at this moment. No one had expected that Xu Fan would suddenly appear on a live stream and utter such profound words. Before this, no one had imagined what Xu Fan would do.

What was the impulse or thought behind it? Because in their eyes, Xu Fan was just an ordinary man. So why did he do all this? And what Xu Fan said at this moment puzzled everyone. Xu Fan said that he just suddenly wanted to talk to everyone, to talk about that time in the past, and to talk about the future. No one knows what stories will happen in the future and the past, but at least there is one thing that Xu Fan is very clear or understands. Or rather, most of the fans subconsciously wanted to talk to Brother Fan about something at this moment. So, everyone was interacting with Xu Fan in the live broadcast room with their own thoughts. They talked about their own stories and thought about Xu Fan's stories. They talked about the past and they talked about the future.

"Haha, anyway, if you want to chat with us, then go ahead and chat. It's our honor to have you livestreaming. Seeing you livestream is something to be happy about in itself. Whether you sing today or not, at least at this moment, I believe that your existence and my existence are fate. We look forward to this simple exchange with you, and we also look forward to you sharing your stories with us. We also imagine whether we'll have this opportunity in the future to talk about the past, about the songs you've sung, and about your future plans—whether you'll sing other songs or make other movies. We're all looking forward to your other works, but at least at this moment, I think we'll always be here. So no matter what happens to you, no matter what you do, we'll always be behind you, loving and liking you."

"Brother Fan, I don't know what sudden changes have occurred in your world that have led you to this thought, but I want to say that all of us, all of you fans, love you. You are my idol, and the person I admire most. We respect and admire you. We know how capable you are, and we know that your actions are highly commendable. Therefore, we never imagined that one day we would do anything else. But at least one thing we are very clear about is that we love you as a person. No matter what happens in your world, we will always be there for you and will always love you. You can always talk to us about any problems you have, and we will definitely face all the difficulties and misunderstandings in the future with you."

"Brother Peng, it's wonderful that you want to talk to us. I think I can talk to you too. I don't know if you'll see this message, but I want to express my feelings for you in the simplest and most direct way. I once fell in love with a girl because of one of your songs, or rather, I fell in love with that girl, which is why I fell in love with that song. That song is called 'Southern Girl,' and that girl was also in the South. I really loved it back then. Later, I sang that song for her, and after she heard it, we got together. So thank you for existing, thank you for your songs, thank you for all your music, because both he and I really love and appreciate every one of your songs. This is my story, and I'm sharing it with you. I hope that in the future, more people will have more and better stories because of your songs."

"I never imagined I'd be so happy one day. It feels like I've discovered a treasure trove. I heard Fan Ge say he wanted to talk to us about the past. I think I need to start saving money. There's not much to say, but there's one thing I want to share. Back then, I was young and impetuous. Fan Ge sang a beautiful song. Back then, all songs seemed to make me braver, and all songs seemed to make me more carefree. Every time I did something, I was thinking about what to do next. But when I listened to Fan Ge's songs, I felt a stubbornness and confidence deep inside me. I believed that the road ahead could be brave, and I believed that only such a goal could make me more fearless. So thank you for the group purchase, thank you for your existence, thank you for your music, thank you for that one minute, that one moment in my life."

"If one day Fan Ge hadn't suddenly told us all that he wasn't just a musician, but a writer, I don't think I would have ever connected the two of us. I like Fan Ge's music, but even more so, I like Fan Ge's songs, or rather, Fan Ge's music. I like the novel *Qing Yun Nian*, and I also like *Ghost Blows Out the Light*. I like everything about Fan Ge. So, for those years, I stayed up late every night in Beijing, just to finish reading every chapter of Fan Ge's work, not wanting to miss a single word. It wasn't until one day when I suddenly heard Fan Ge say that he wasn't just an author, but a singer, that I connected the two of us. I suddenly realized that there really are geniuses in this world, people who are beyond our imagination. Thank you for your existence, thank you for your words, thank you for your music. Thank you. Because of you, my world is not so lonely. In your world, I have experienced different stories, and in your stories, I have experienced a different world. So, thank you again."

"It's hard to articulate my deepest emotions right now, because I don't know how to express them. Everyone knows I like you. Our feelings for you are very simple, just like my feelings for you aren't complicated. I just like you, and I just don't like you. There's no complicated love or hate involved. So, I like you, and I will listen attentively to whatever you want to say today. I don't want to interrupt you because I want to hear every word you say. I believe our world will always be there because I believe we will always be with you, at least I will always be with you. We will always be there for you, or rather, I will always be there to support you. No matter what music or works you create in the future, I will think about them carefully."

Xu Fan calmly looked at the camera, glancing at all the comments from his fans. At this moment, countless people in the Douyin live stream were sending bullet comments, each with long messages or texts. They were all telling their own stories, or rather, their encounters with Brother Fan, or the first song they heard together, the first movie they watched, and so on. They were trying to communicate with Xu Fan and understand him, hoping to make him feel more comfortable. At least at this moment, when Xu Fan heard or saw these words and the scenes they described, he subconsciously felt a warmth in his heart. He looked at the camera, calm and gentle, reading the constantly scrolling text one by one, but obviously he couldn't read them all because there were too many. However, the number of people here had gradually increased rapidly from a few thousand or a few hundred at the beginning.

The number of viewers in the live stream had already exceeded 5000 and was still soaring, quickly reaching 1 to 2. When the number of viewers in the live stream reached a total of 2, the entire process took less than 5 minutes. In just 5 minutes, more than 2 fans were attracted to participate in Xu Fan's sudden live stream. There was no promotion or prior notice. This is the influence Xu Fan has now. So when Xu Fan saw so many people flooding into the live stream, and he saw all kinds of messages constantly refreshing the screen, and he didn't even have time to switch the text, he suddenly fell silent. Or rather, he suddenly felt like he had missed something. He didn't know whether those stories were good or bad, and he didn't know anything about the world. All the questions seemed to be becoming more direct and boring.

He looked at the people in the camera's view—the fans, those who liked his music, perhaps just his work, or maybe his movies, or perhaps all his creations. At that moment, he felt a small sense of pride, but more so, regret and helplessness. Of all the songs, not a single one truly belonged to him. He had always wanted to create such a song, but the difficulty remained consistently high. In this situation, he didn't know what else to do. He didn't know how to express the emotions between himself and his fans. He wanted to talk about that past time, about what might happen in the future, but more than anything, he wanted to confirm whether this world truly existed. Everything he had communicated with An Lanyue and the man in black had made him question the existence of this world.

Some thoughts that others couldn't understand existed only deep within his heart. He had never spoken of them to anyone because he didn't know how to express them in a way that would yield good results. He didn't know how to articulate them in a way that would allow more people to understand what he was trying to say. This world doesn't exist, at least not at this moment when he can't see anyone. When he's not talking to anyone, those people don't exist. Only what he can see, hear, and feel is real. Perhaps it's the actors, or perhaps it's the omnipresent souls around him. Xu Fan couldn't truly describe the essence of this matter. He could only think about it seriously. Only then did he realize that perhaps his presence here today, opening this live stream, was actually a kind of destiny or subconscious arrangement. He didn't refute this.

He simply watched intently as everything unfolded in the live stream, observing the conversations about the past and the future. Everyone was sharing their thoughts, and Xu Fan, like Xie Ledi, felt a flood of emotions welling up inside him. So, without hesitation, he spoke up. His voice was calm and gentle, and in that instant, the live stream fell silent because of Xu Fan's words.

===Chapter 1068 Xu Fan is really serious this time===

Xu Fan's Douyin live stream was eerily quiet, but this silence was actually subconscious. It was a sudden, unconscious pause because Xu Fan suddenly spoke. Everyone subconsciously forgot what they were doing and stopped saying anything. He just stopped, but in the blink of an eye, the pterosaur's roar rang out again, and Xu Fan's voice gradually appeared throughout the live stream. No one could describe what he was trying to do, but at least for this moment, Xu Fan's voice quietly and gently entered everyone's hearts or ears.

"I saw your stories and heard your past. I know that our meeting was actually a coincidence, just like how I was able to appear here, meet everyone, have this opportunity to chat with you, make my music more widely known, and let you know more about the movies I'm making now. That's something I should seriously consider. I don't know how to describe it, but there's at least one thing I have to admit: I like your gratitude, I like your excitement when you listen to my music, and I like the feeling of being recognized by you. That's why I suddenly wanted to go live today and have a simple chat with you. However, I don't know if this world is real, and I don't even know if meeting you in this world is real."

"Thank you for your existence, and thank you for your sudden appearance. It's hard to describe my feelings. At this moment, I want to talk to you about how I used to be just an ordinary person, the most ordinary of all. I don't have any musical talent, I just love music deeply, just like you love music and listening to songs. My world doesn't have many thoughts, or even many elaborate structures. At least at this moment, I don't know how to describe the past. I just wanted to use my own ideas to sing my music, and then get more people to listen to it, so that more people could truly hear the music I love. That's why I'm seriously thinking about the essence of this matter now, whether it has changed because of a certain event. That's when I started thinking, maybe I should do something different, like writing a story, or making a movie."

"When this thought appeared deep in my mind, I subconsciously decided that I must do it or complete it. That's why I made the movie called Lost and Love and the movie called Dying to Survive in the End. Actually, these are all virtual, or rather, these are things that I can't think about or can't really settle down. I can't describe that period of time in my world. I don't even know how to describe what has happened or what has passed. I like your recognition, but I like the stories in music, movies, and even poetry even more."

"I can't describe what's behind this event, or rather, I don't know how to describe the stories behind them. How can we meet another person again? I like things simply, and I love things simply. All my interests stem from what I love and enjoy, which is why I'm willing to do them. Every event seems to have a certain reason or meaning. At least at this moment, everything I'm doing is actually to become braver and achieve a better outcome. Thank you for coming to my live stream and listening to me ramble on about these seemingly mundane and actually quite boring stories. I also thank you for your presence, which makes me braver and allows me to move forward fearlessly. Because I like it, I can become braver, wanting to move forward, to learn more stories, and to learn more about things related to or unrelated to this world."

"I can't really change this world. I can only say that I'll use my own methods and current abilities to sing more songs and make more good movies. Maybe I can also write one good work after another, which can make more people think of different worlds and fantasize about different perfect worlds from the past. That's my idea. But this idea has never gone back to the depths of my mind. That's why I can stand here and meet you normally at this moment, and have this online chat with you. I hope that my words can create a different world and story for you."

"Thank you for existing, allowing me to feel a different kind of warmth in this world, and to see a different kind of scenery. I don't know if you can accept this kind of scenery, but at least at this moment, I am very happy to share this scenery with you. I like this kind of story, and I also like the ups and downs of the music. I like the stories in the movies even more, the visuals are unique, and I like the boundless imagination in them. This infinite imagination makes me braver."

"Thank you again for meeting me and for being there. Thank you again for your support and encouragement for everything I've done, every piece I've released, and all the more works I've created. They're all meant to make us braver. I love this kind of music, and I love this kind of work. There's never been anything particularly special about my story, but at this moment, I feel like I exist."

"My existence is both when you are there and when you are not. Whether you are there or not, I truly exist, and you truly exist as well. As long as you are in my thoughts, as long as I know you, as long as you know me, as long as my music, my movies, my works, and all my creations exist in your world, then both I and you exist. Whether this is true or not, as long as we truly exist, all problems will be easily solved when we encounter them. I don't know if this statement or this way of thinking makes sense, but at least I understand one thing: when we are willing to seriously consider this world, this world will present itself to us in the way we want it to be."

"We have no way to describe the true or false civilization of this world, nor do we have any reason to truly describe its truth or falsehood. In everyone's eyes, we can only use our own cheapest and most insignificant methods to correctly present things that no one else can imagine to us. The answer may be that pure and simple, or it may be that boring and helpless. Often, it is like this: we clearly know the outcome, we clearly know what the future holds, we clearly know what has already happened, yet when faced with a certain situation, we still appear ignorant or even wrong. We don't know what to do, we don't even know how to find a good way, a way that can make everyone happy and joyful. It's difficult for us to keep doing this."

"In fact, in my opinion, as long as we keep striving to do this, regardless of whether our efforts ultimately succeed or fail, and whatever the final result, as long as we continue doing something that seems ordinary and boring, yet is of great significance to us, then this very thing is worthwhile. We can't describe how much effort is required behind this, nor can we solve the question of whether the result will be as beautiful as we desire. But at least we can understand, or rather, we firmly believe, that all the changes in this world, in a sense, are meant to make us better. We believe that the world is made better because of us, and often it is precisely because of our wonderful deeds that we can prove that the world has a special meaning or significance. If this were the case, the world would have no meaning at all, empty and devoid of any ups and downs." There was no stock market activity, just a simple world, devoid of any change. This world was empty, or rather, virtual, beyond anyone's ability to describe or depict. There was nothing else to consider besides the word "virtual." This is why, when I pondered the questions of human existence and death, I realized that when I truly considered this world, when I understood that all humans in this world did not exist, I discovered that many things we thought were important, or considered important, were actually not unimportant. The problems we faced, at any given moment, always prompted us to seriously consider, or rather, to ponder, the ultimate outcome. Whether the outcome was good or bad, we didn't know. We only needed to know whether the result, after achieving the desired answer, was what we wanted. This was the most important purpose and the most important result of what we were doing at this moment: simply persist. There were no other thoughts, no other methods, only this.

Xu Fan's voice was utterly calm, but at this moment, as he spoke of these so-called past events and his understanding of these things in the live stream, the viewers in the entire Douyin live stream were stunned. Or rather, the viewers in the entire Douyin live stream were subconsciously frozen. They had never imagined that Xu Fan would one day talk about such so-called principles, or even philosophical topics and questions, in a live stream. They were left speechless, unsure of what to do. They didn't know whether to express their deepest thoughts or something else. They didn't know whether to applaud or give gifts. They didn't know whether to comfort or encourage. They didn't know, or rather, they didn't know what Xu Fan's deepest thoughts were trying to convey at this moment. Everyone was dumbfounded, everyone was stunned.

Deep down, they never imagined that Xu Fan would express herself to them in this way. No wonder Xu Fan suddenly went live tonight, starting such a simple live broadcast, saying that she wanted to talk to everyone about whether something happened to Xu Fan or a bug in the event, or whether Xu Fan discovered something in this world that she or most people find difficult to express. No one knows exactly what Xu Fan meant, but at least one thing is clear to everyone: as long as you love Xu Fan, like Xu Fan, and are a fan of her books, movies, and songs, you can understand the meaning behind Xu Fan's words. They exist because Xu Fan exists, and they exist because Xu Fan exists. This may sound boring and even illogical, but it is actually the deepest truth. They like her works because they are good.

Because of their appreciation, Xu Fan is motivated to create better music and more visually appealing works. Therefore, if Xu Fan didn't produce good songs, they certainly wouldn't be her fans. If they didn't like Xu Fan, she might sing one or two songs and then never release any more works. These two things seem unrelated, but upon closer examination, the relationship between them is actually quite significant and important. No one can replace or change this; it's a truth about the existence and non-existence of things in this world that cannot be truly described or resolved.

The unfolding of a story is never monotonous, at least not the one Xu Fan tells. Xu Fan's story doesn't contain much, yet it encompasses so much. It doesn't contain much because it only involves the fan and Xu Fan herself. She helps the child so much because Xu Fan is an all-around talent. She not only sings many beautiful songs, but also writes many beautiful works, both realistic and online. Of course, she has also directed and acted in many films. She can be an actor, a director, and she writes poetry; she creates many things that others cannot match. Therefore, because of Xu Fan's versatility and diverse abilities, this matter is no longer simple, but rather filled with all sorts of complex emotions and secrets.

No one can describe everything that happens in this world, or what benefits or outcomes will ultimately result. At least at this moment, when Xu Fan is seriously talking to everyone about this world, the so-called collision between virtual and real society, the problem he encounters is that he doesn't understand whether Xu Fan is really serious this time.

===Chapter 1069 Living Their Own Lives Without Ever Meeting===

This time, Xu Fan was truly serious. He had never taken anything so seriously before. So when he actually sat in the live broadcast room, he realized that the purpose of doing this was to let more people know about his current situation. Of course, more importantly, he hoped to build a genuine friendship with most of his fans through this method.

Although he hoped to establish a special relationship with his study through this method—not a real one, but a tacit understanding between him and his fans—he didn't know how many of them were real, nor how many were virtual. But one thing he was certain of was that when he was earnestly expressing himself, those who replied to his endless stream of messages were likely real people. He calmly watched the live stream, not mentioning singing a song or anything like that. To him, the world had become so empty, so simple, to the extreme. Since there was nothing to talk about, there was no need to do anything special. People might have thought about singing a special song or doing something else tonight, but at this moment, he had so many things he wanted to tell everyone, so he didn't have time to seriously consider them.

He only hopes that through the current scene or the feeling presented in the picture, he can seriously end another chapter of his life. He hopes that this approach can gain more recognition, and that his words can help more people understand his current state. It is precisely because of this situation that every word Xu Fan says has a very profound meaning. At least at this moment, when he seriously considers this matter, every word he says is actually a kind of great truth about life. He never thought about what kind of results or consequences his words would have on those people, but at least he clearly understands that when he says these words, he has seriously thought about them and seriously confirmed that his words will not cause harm to some people or cause so-called doubts to many people. That's why he really says these words. But putting aside these issues, everything he does has a certain meaning.

For example, behind this incident, in a sense, everything Xu Fan does has a special meaning. No matter when, Xu Fan hopes to let more people know about him through this method. He wants to use his own words to tell everyone the danger he is facing at this moment. Many girls have left his world, and many people have suddenly disappeared. He hopes that his sudden appearance, or rather, through his own efforts, can make those people remember him or let more people know that he exists. Perhaps this is the best way. I don't know how to describe this feeling. I understand that what I am doing at this moment can truly help those I cherish and love.

Beneath his calm exterior, no other emotions were visible. But when netizens saw Xu Fan's serious expression through the camera lens, they suddenly felt a pang of sympathy. This boy, suddenly becoming serious, was actually not much older than most people. In fact, Xu Fan had fans everywhere, young and old, some several times his age, others much younger. But it must be acknowledged that Xu Fan had a huge fan base. So, at this moment, when everyone was seriously watching Xu Fan's sudden seriousness in the live stream, their hearts clenched slightly. They didn't understand what had happened to Xu Fan, but they were very clear that something must have happened for him to say these incomprehensible words. As they listened to Xu Fan's words, they pondered each one with utmost seriousness.

The calm and collected Mozi looked intently at the camera, watching his online audience intently. Although he couldn't actually see them, didn't know where they were—in which corner, classroom, room, internet cafe, or somewhere else—he didn't think about any of that at that moment. He simply looked calmly at the camera and continued speaking earnestly.

She said, "Actually, there are always many profound truths in life waiting for us to seriously consider. What we understand and what we don't understand are all principles, and these principles have both differences and similarities, which is why we understand or don't understand them. The occurrence of any event can always help us understand the meaning behind it, but before this event happens, we can never truly grasp these things, their so-called meaning and consequences, because we've never truly imagined them. Later, we begin to think and imagine, just like when we write novels. Our boundless imagination brings us endless stories and endless thoughts. We imagine flying—does flight really exist in that world? We imagine the endless sky—are there other things beyond that sky?" There are higher levels waiting for us to explore. We don't know how to solve all these problems, but at least when we listen to music and feel the words, we seriously consider whether the world brings us grace or something else. We can't decide the final outcome, but at least we can decide whether the whole process aligns with our innermost feelings, whether we are happy, whether we are joyful, whether we are sad or sorrowful. We all have our own thoughts, and I hope our thoughts can make us braver. All the issues I've discussed aren't really stories; I just want to share my own story with you. In those times, I met certain people, and those people made us more profound.

"Do you know? I'm really just an ordinary person, nothing special. I don't have any so-called talent. I don't even know what I should do next. Every song I sing sounds good, but at least in my opinion, I'm still not good enough. I hope that one day I can write a song that I like, and that you can like it too. Do you know, there was a time when I had a girl by my side? That girl was really stubborn, silly, or rather, it's really hard to describe. I believe many people know her, and netizens even gave her a very stubborn name: the most ruthless female streamer. Yes, she used to be the most ruthless female streamer. She could shut down my live stream without hesitation, and I was never angry. She could leave without hesitation, and I never seriously considered it. She said she used to love me, and more than once she said she loved me deeply. At that time, I thought about the possibility of this..." It seems I've added this to the discussion, and you might think I'm being narcissistic, but perhaps I still have these thoughts right now. If I hadn't had these thoughts back then, if I hadn't considered him in this way, would I still be alive right now, or bravely standing before me, doing some incomprehensible things? Of course, I don't love him; I must admit that's a fact. But I never wanted to lose him. Perhaps many people would think I'm being awful, but we were truly good friends, to an indescribable degree. But at least one thing I'm certain of is that the moment he left, my heart ached. I clearly understand that when he disappeared from this world, I felt like I was reborn, but more than that, I was plunged into despair. I don't know how I would describe or live the rest of my life without him.

The student always spoke so gently and simply, yet every word he uttered evoked different feelings in many people. They pondered Xu Fan's words earnestly, thinking about Xu Fan's story. Many knew that when Xu Fan first debuted, the girl who stayed by his side was named Xia Zilin. Later, all the news suddenly broke: "You passed away somewhere." This was a normal yet surprising event. Many people knew that Xu Fan had been silent for a long time because of Xia Zilin's departure. During that time, he blamed himself, felt lost, and didn't know what to do. So he did nothing, spending every day in self-blame. He seemed to handle everything with the simplest and most persistent methods. Therefore, everything that happened to Xu Fan in the end had nothing to do with Xia Zilin. At this moment, Xu Fan suddenly remembered Xia Zilin. Xia Zilin's life is indescribable, but at least one thing is certain: every mistake Xia Zilin made earnestly told everyone that they once had a special story, a truly special story.

That's a story worth remembering for everyone. Many netizens have experienced what Xu Fan and Xia Ziling went through. It was a pure and innocent time, or rather, a memorable time. That time was simple and beautiful. Perhaps everyone thought Xia Ziling was really annoying back then, but now, as we leave this world and seriously reflect on that time, we have to admit that we remember the pain Xia Ziling brought us, but she also brought us more joy. Without Xia Ziling, they might never have known Xu Fan. Without Xia Ziling's live stream, they might never have been able to understand Xu Fan's deepest thoughts. They never had such thoughts before. When they truly came into contact with this world, they realized that what they lost was sometimes what they cared about most. Just like the stories Xu Fan told, they weren't so simple, nor did they need to be. His loving gaze remained calm, still calmly telling his story.

"You know, later on, we met so many people, and later I met you all. Your love for me gave me more courage to create better music and better works. Everything you did made me braver. Later, I also met him, I met Li Xiaoran. Of course, you may not have heard of this name, but I know him. Maybe you should know that I once led a group of children to sing many songs. Actually, those children were Li Xiaoran's students. That's right, Li Xiaoran and I went to the mudslide area in Gansu Province. He was teaching there when the mudslide occurred in Zhoushan. We met there. There was no special story, no love, or any life-or-death struggle, or anything like that. On Fridays, we..." We didn't even communicate much, but we did get to know each other. We didn't exchange a single word, not even any words at all, yet we considered each other our most sincere friends. Later, you probably heard a song called "Southern Girl." Yes, Southern Girl is from the South, she's a girl from Chengdu. She stayed there, quietly teaching a group of children, like an angel. But then I lost her. Like everything in this world, there's always a moment when you disappear. But this time, the moment she vanished, no matter how hard I searched, I couldn't find her. It was as if fate had already predetermined this outcome. Next time, when you're tired, you leave for the children, that's a true departure. But your departure is just disappearance.