Chapter 52: Breaking Doubts, Advancement, Advancement
Li Xiang: “Thank you, please the judges give your comments.”
Xia Qing: “I want to say, this is the real deal, showing your complete strength. Zhang Liangying, you sang very well.”
Hei Nan: “As usual, I still want to give you some suggestions…”
Among the three judges, Hei Nan was more like a strict homeroom teacher.
Even if you scored 99 points, he would still break down and analyze the missing 1 point for you.
Hei Nan: “Liangying, you must maintain the most original impulse in your heart for music, sing with your heart… Also, your high notes are already very good, at least very impressive on this stage, but still not perfect. If they could be a bit more rounded and solid, keep working hard!”
Ke Yimin said: “I want to say the same as Teacher Hei Nan, your vocal conditions are very good, but there is still room for improvement. Keep working hard.”
Zhang Liangying nodded vigorously: “Thank you to both teachers.”
Liangfen fans: “Ooh ooh ooh…”
As Zhang Liangying walked off the stage, her fans were still cheering, and the Liangfen fans in front of the TV were reluctant to see her go.
As for Zhao Lei, he was completely shocked at this moment, staring blankly at the TV screen—Zhang Liangying’s performance had stunned him.
“Lei Zi, Lei Zi?”
“Ah? I’m here…”
“What are you thinking about? Stunned by Zhang Liangying?”
“Haha, sort of. Her strength is too great, she uses all sorts of techniques with ease, singing high notes is as simple as drinking water. I really admire her.”
“Cough, you are a different type of singer than her. You are suited for folk songs. Folk songs don’t require such strong technique.”
“That’s what they say, but this gap cannot be bridged. I will still…”
“Feel inferior?”
“Sigh, a little…”
…
Next up, Zhou Bichang.
Her fans were also shouting excitedly.
‘Bichang Bichang, powerful singer’ x3
The song she brought in this round was “I Believe” sung by Fan Yichen, the original song being the theme song for the Korean movie “My Sassy Girl”.
This movie was released simultaneously in South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan in July 2001. Pirated copies later spread to the mainland, and the movie became popular.
It wasn’t until June 2002 that the film was released in Mainland China, and the theme song was sung by Fan Yichen.
Actually, Sun Nan also covered this song, and there are probably more people who like Sun Nan’s version.
Zhou Bichang’s choice of this song is thought-provoking.
Because in the previous round, the adapted version she sang, “Love is You,” was more rhythmic and dynamic, but “I Believe” is a completely slow love song, making the difficulty of singing much higher.
It seems she’s going to have a showdown with Zhang Liangying.
“I Believe, when I’m at your doorstep”
“It’s raining, you’ll feel sad too”
“I Believe, when you’re not speaking”
“It’s also a way of actually responding to me”
“…”
Zhou Bichang’s singing is dominated by chest voice, with considerable vocal pressure, sounding quite powerful, and she sang it with a different flavor than the original singer.
After the song finished, a group of female fans screamed wildly, “Bichang, Bichang…”
Li Xiang: “Thank you, Zhou Bichang. This song is my favorite, haha. Please, Teacher Hei Nan, give your comments.”
Hei Nan: “After listening to Zhou Bichang’s song, I couldn’t even eat my late-night snack. This was a feast for the ears…”
Shen Qing scratched his ear and thought, “Well, well, Hei Nan, you with the thick eyebrows and big eyes, are you a homeroom teacher who took a bribe? To praise Zhou Bichang so highly…”
Shen Qing had to suspect—Tianyu had already reached some deeper understanding with Zhou Bichang.
Otherwise.
Based on that performance just now, she would at most get an evaluation similar to Ji Minjia’s. What feast for the ears could it be?!
If hers was a feast for the ears, then Zhang Liangying’s performance just now must have been a Peach Banquet!?
As for why he had such suspicions…
It was naturally due to his experiences during this period—Tianyu had been trying to sign another supplementary agreement with Zhang Liangying, and Shen Qing had been stalling for time.
Since Liangying had a supplementary agreement, then Zhou Bichang, Ye Yiqian, and Li Yuchun must have had them too.
If all three of them signed, the judges would definitely favor them.
So.
Was Hei Nan’s strictness towards Zhang Liangying not just out of his role as a homeroom teacher? Was there another meaning from Tianyu? For example, a warning!?
…
But these were all suspicions, with no direct evidence.
Shen Qing was too lazy to think about it further.
After today’s competition, they were closer to the finals. Finding ways to win the championship with absolute strength was the primary task.
In any case, Tianyu would not easily eliminate Zhang Liangying before the finals.
Once they reached the finals, it wouldn’t be up to the judges.
At that time, Zhang Liangying would sing a song that was both pleasant to listen to and technically difficult, and with the highest text message votes, the championship would be a sure thing.
At this moment.
Ji Minjia, Zhang Liangying, and Zhou Bichang all stood in the center of the stage, waiting for the judges to announce the final results.
The fans of the three were shouting excitedly.
The atmosphere grew more and more fervent.
In front of the TV, countless Liangfen fans were praying.
“Liangying, advance to the top six, you deserve it!”
“Zhang Liangying will definitely win this round. How can the other two compare?”
“Judges, don’t make a mistake.”
“…”
Li Xiang: “Let’s see, who among the three teachers’ hearts can advance to the top six in advance?”
Wang Han: “Shall we start with Teacher Ke?”
Li Xiang: “Please, Teacher Ke, reveal your choice…”
Ke Yimin was conflicted.
Subconsciously, she wanted to give it to Zhang Liangying, but she was also vaguely displeased.
But if not Zhang Liangying, then who?
Zhou Bichang?
She was clearly not as good as Zhang Liangying…
So conflicted.
In the end, reason triumphed over impulse. Ke Yimin frowned and wrote three words: Zhang Liangying.
Seeing these three words, Liangying’s fans were extremely excited.
Li Xiang: “Wow, it’s Liangying. Let’s see Teacher Hei Nan’s choice.”
Hei Nan did not hesitate at all and directly revealed his card.
Wang Han: “Teacher Hei also chose Zhang Liangying!”
Fans: Liangying, Liangying, Liangying…
Li Xiang: “Quiet down, let’s see Teacher Xia Qing’s choice.”
Xia Qing: “I also chose No. 06, Zhang Liangying.”
Boom…
Three votes passed.
She directly advanced to the top six!!
She was also the only one in the entire venue to advance early.
The atmosphere in the entire venue ignited.
The Liangfen fans erupted with the loudest cheers of the night.
They shouted Zhang Liangying’s name passionately.
Fans watching on TV, like Zhao Lei, were also incredibly excited. Some were even running around the living room.
Well deserved.
Shen Qing could only describe it with these four words.
Her two original songs, “Warmth” and “Agony,” shattered all doubts and unfairness, forcing even the indecisive Ke Yimin to vote for her.
Zhang Liangying bowed deeply to the judges and fans, smiling broadly as she said, “Thank you, thank you judges.”
At this moment, Zhou Bichang’s expression was quite grim. She couldn’t smile, nor could she show anger. She was in a rather awkward state.
As for Ji Minjia, her mindset was good. She proactively hugged Zhang Liangying and said a long string of congratulatory words.
Wang Han and Li Xiang also congratulated Zhang Liangying.
…
The subsequent competition had nothing to do with Zhang Liangying. She sat relaxed and at ease in the lounge area, enjoying the pleasant atmosphere after advancing.
At this time, Shen Qing and Chen Liang were discussing where to eat after the live broadcast when suddenly, someone patted Shen Qing’s shoulder.
Turning around, he saw it was President Yu from Tianyu.
