Chapter 14: 014: Ambitious Person
While the Hangzhou Division was in full swing, the Sichuan Division also produced its Top Ten, among whom was a contestant whose popularity was on par with Zhang Liangying’s – Li Yuchun.
In the center of Sichuan City, fans actually took to the streets to march, recommending Li Yuchun to everyone they met and urging passersby to vote for her.
This person is terrifyingly powerful!
…
As for why Zhang Liangying’s fans didn’t come out to march?
This has to do with the attributes of fan groups.
People who like a neutral style are mostly “trendy” female university students and those from non-mainstream groups who extremely want to express their individuality.
These people like to surf the internet and are active in early internet communities like Tieba, QQ groups, and games. When they get together, they can organize a march.
Meanwhile, Liangying’s fans have expanded from the initial migrant worker population to urban youth groups striving for their dreams…
These people include students, workers, white-collar employees, teachers, civil servants, and even middle and high-level management in enterprises…
They are not good at rallying and shouting.
Shen Qing also didn’t plan to do any of that.
Because Zhang Liangying’s persona had already been established, all that was needed afterward was to continuously write new songs and have her sing them earnestly.
In this world, strength still speaks loudest.
As long as the songs Shen Qing writes are good enough, Zhang Liangying will attract more and more fans, and the number of text message votes will not be low.
…
A little past three o’clock.
Shen Qing and Zhang Liangying came out of the Industrial and Commercial Bank and walked towards the former residence of Shi Nai’an by West Lake, planning to take a stroll.
Near Zhejiang University, they saw a group of students.
“Students, we are the Tianci Music Society from the Art College of Zhejiang University. Today, we are holding a ‘Sing If You Want To’ event here. Anyone can go on stage and sing… Let’s all cheer for Zhang Liangying!”
“Now, our President Chen will sing the song that Zhang Liangying performed on the show last night 《Thing》. President Chen practiced all night, haha, please forgive us if he doesn’t sing well…”
“…”
Seeing this scene.
Both Shen Qing and Zhang Liangying were a bit dazed.
Shen Qing had never been a star, and Zhang Liangying hadn’t either. Experiencing this for the first time, they felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction.
“Qing, is being a star like this?”
“Hahaha, perhaps so!”
“I like it so much~”
“Of course, me too.”
“Then shall we go?”
“No, why would we leave such a good opportunity?”
With that said.
Shen Qing led Zhang Liangying to the back of the crowd and quietly listened to the performance by the tall, long-haired male student.
Hmm, he sang well.
But his raw talent wasn’t as strong as Zhang Liangying’s, so he lacked that feeling of love that Zhang Liangying’s singing evoked, missing a certain artistic conception.
However, for an amateur contestant, he was excellent.
The surrounding students applauded and cheered enthusiastically.
“Handsome guy, sing it again, it was so good.”
“Yeah, sing another one.”
“Haha, let’s leave the opportunity to others. You can all come up and sing. Our goal today is to campaign for votes for Zhang Liangying.”
“…”
Shen Qing smiled and said to Zhang Liangying, “Look, your fans are Zhejiang University’s top students. Aren’t they better than that tomboy from Sichuan?”
When other people’s fans were out on the streets waving banners, grabbing passersby and demanding they vote for the tomboy, and even arguing with other fans…
Your fans are a group of high-quality youths who campaign for you in a very civilized and talented manner. Who can understand this feeling?
Zhang Liangying’s heart instantly bloomed with joy.
At this moment, Shen Qing raised his hand and cheerfully called out, “Handsome guy, how about letting Zhang Liangying sing a song?”
Huh?
Who did you say?
Zhang Liangying?
No, what kind of joke is this?
Dozens of students turned their heads in unison…
“Damn, it’s really Zhang Liangying!”
“Oh my god, she’s so beautiful in person.”
“Zhang Liangying, sing something.”
“Wow, Shen Qing, Shen Qing, you’re so handsome…”
The male fans’ eyes were all on Zhang Liangying’s identity, while the female students were all staring at Shen Qing – these students were completely captivated by both of them.
Shen Qing and Zhang Liangying went directly onto the stage.
He spoke for about five minutes, recounting Zhang Liangying’s difficult journey, which garnered a lot of goodwill, before letting Zhang Liangying sing.
Once she started singing, there was no stopping her~
She sang until it was dark, it was like a mini press conference, and Zhang Liangying sang all the songs she knew.
“Students, I am truly sorry, Liangying’s voice cannot take any more singing. Please understand… Lastly, I hope everyone will continue to support Liangying, promote Liangying, and give her a precious vote.”
“Students, goodbye!”
“…”
Shen Qing and Zhang Liangying bowed deeply to the nearly a thousand Zhejiang University students, then walked away through a path cleared by the crowd.
In the afternoon, the listeners came in waves like the tide of the Qiantang River, eventually reaching nearly a thousand people.
Shen Qing noticed that several students at the scene were holding DV cameras and had filmed many videos – these videos would likely appear on various online platforms soon.
Spontaneous promotional activities by netizens are much more effective than television promotions because they are authentic and relatable.
…
Hotel.
Shen Qing was engrossed in his work.
In front of him lay a stack of A4 paper, with leaping musical notes appearing on the paper, soon composing a melodious song.
“Ambitious Person~”
“Wow, what a powerful name.”
Zhang Liangying, having finished her bath and wearing a black nightgown, bounced over and hugged Shen Qing’s neck from behind his chair.
Shen Qing put down his pen and said:
“This afternoon, so many people felt sorry for you and cheered you on, which means your persona has been established. Next, you need to show your unyielding spirit…”
Zhang Liangying pecked him on the cheek and chuckled, “So, I want to be an ambitious girl?”
“This is called strengthening the persona! You need to let fans and passersby see your tragic childhood, but also let them see your ambition to strive and struggle. After all, no one likes a woman who is always whiny and playing the victim, right?”
“That makes so much sense! Qing, you’re amazing.”
“Stop flattering me. You should go to bed early. I’ll finish this song before I sleep.”
“I’ll wait for you to sleep together…”
Half an hour later.
All the work was finished. Shen Qing only took two hours to write a song, from lyrics to melody, all by himself.
If this were to get out, it would shame more than half of the singers.
A quick worker!!
The song was finished, and it was time for Comrade Xiao Zhang to take the stage.
Under Shen Qing’s direction, she sang it acapella a few times.
The performance was excellent. The melody was clear and passionate, and the lyrics were inspiring. She sang with great joy.
“Ahhh…”
“Shen Qing, you are truly a musical genius…”
“Wuwuwu, this is great, it’s so good to have you.”
“From now on, you write songs, I’ll sing them, and we’ll make money together.”
“Qing, lie down, I want to reward you properly.”
“Ah? You want me to wear glasses? Hehe, okay. Then should I wear those fishnet stockings?”
