Chapter 7: 007: Rewards Raked In
Zhang Liangying’s dolphin sound had strong penetrating power…
Inside the auditorium, many people heard it.
Students, contestants, judges, hosts, and some staff members all looked towards the first row of the audience.
The spotlights on the auditorium’s dome were directly on Shen Qing.
He looked like a singer about to receive an award.
“Zhang Liangying’s stylist is so handsome!”
“Cooler than Jay Chou when he received the Golden Horse Award last year.”
“I feel their relationship is more than just friends; they might be a couple.”
“That makes sense…”
“I’m so envious of Zhang Liangying; she sings well, and her boyfriend is handsome.”
…
In front of the judges, Shen Qing, neither humble nor arrogant, said, “Hello, esteemed teachers. My name is Shen Qing. I’m Liangying’s friend and also her stylist.”
Shen Qing was not short, standing at 185 centimeters with shoes on. He had a lean and strong build, with a slightly roguish face. Even dressed ordinarily, his presence alone made a strong impact.
“Indeed, only those who understand fashion can create fashionable styles. Seeing Liangying’s friend, I finally understand why Liangying is so radiant.”
“A simple white T-shirt, a pair of light-wash loose denim jeans, and canvas shoes… yet he can pull it off with a model-like effect. This is talent!”
“It’s a shame you’re not in the fashion industry.”
“Haha, I feel like you could debut directly. You’d definitely be popular with many young girls as an actor.”
…
Several judges couldn’t stop praising him.
Especially Zhang Lu from Taihe Rye Music, a burly man weighing nearly two hundred pounds, who couldn’t stop smiling, almost signing Shen Qing on the spot.
Ke Yimin and Xu Cong, the two women, showed their admiration without any pretense.
Hei Nan and Zhong Hanliang, though somewhat jealous of Shen Qing’s appearance, didn’t say anything sour due to the vast difference in their status.
This is very realistic…
When two people with a significant difference in status meet, the one in the higher position doesn’t usually target the weaker one.
After all, they pose no threat.
But when their statuses are similar, competition is inevitable, and the probability of conflict, slander, and exclusion is high.
Not long after.
Ji Minjia, Ye Yiqian, Lin Shuang, and other top 20 contestants watched enviously as Zhang Liangying, the judges, and the host entered the backstage dressing room.
Some of them had already gathered to discuss.
“Zhang Liangying really has connections. That stylist seems to know the judges. This competition is so unfair…”
“She actually has a boyfriend and brought him to the competition. Isn’t she afraid of media exposure?”
“Hmph, dressed so provocatively, one might think she’s participating in a KTV beauty pageant. Look at her showing off, so shameless.”
…
Dressing room.
Ke Yimin sat in front of the mirror, and Shen Qing was styling her hair.
She wasn’t old, but she had an explosive short hairstyle, which didn’t suit her and made her look seven or eight years older.
Based on her face shape, Shen Qing designed a new style that matched her outgoing and passionate personality, making her look not only younger but also very elegant.
As time ticked by, those watching from behind, including Wang Han, Hei Nan, Xu Cong, and Zhong Hanliang, found their mouths involuntarily hanging open.
Ke Yimin visibly looked younger…
After Shen Qing finished spraying her hairspray, Ke Yimin couldn’t stop smiling, “Hehehe… Oh my god, is this still me?”
Xu Cong: “Wow, she’s like a different person, so beautiful!”
Wang Han: “My goodness, I’ve never seen this level of skill before. You probably can’t find another like it in the entire Hunan TV station.”
Zhang Lu: “Forget Hunan TV, I haven’t even seen this in the Beijing Circle.”
Zhong Hanliang: “Little handsome guy, could you please design a hairstyle for me!?”
…
【Ding】
【Reward Prompt: Ke Yimin’s appearance and temperament have been enhanced by 65%】
【Favorability +100】
…
【Reward Prompt: Zhong Hanliang’s appearance and temperament have been enhanced by 50%】
【Music Theory Knowledge +20】
…
【Reward Prompt: Wang Han’s appearance and temperament have been enhanced by 70%】
【Favorability +50】
…
The five judges and the host all asked Shen Qing to design their styling. In the blink of an eye, two hours passed.
Shen Qing was exhausted.
He gained 135 points in 【Music Theory Knowledge】 alone. A vast amount of new knowledge flooded his mind, and Shen Qing felt incredibly powerful.
He felt he could converse with Hei Nan, a professional music producer, without any hesitation…
Moreover, Ke Yimin and Wang Han’s favorability towards him increased significantly, which was also very useful.
After all, Shen Qing was now tied to Zhang Liangying.
In the subsequent competitions, Zhang Liangying would receive their care to some extent.
…
Finally.
Shen Qing declined Zhang Lu’s invitation from Taihe Rye Music.
He wanted to introduce Shen Qing to a friend’s management company.
But Shen Qing refused.
When you have no bargaining power, any contract offered to you will not be good, and may even be harsh.
Shen Qing didn’t want to be tied down by a management company.
He only wanted to latch onto Zhang Liangying, this cash cow…
After all, in the years following the Millennium, releasing albums earned more than acting. If Zhang Liangying won the championship, releasing an album by the end of the year to compete with Jay Chou wouldn’t be impossible.
If sales were good, one album could earn tens of millions!
Acting? How much money could that make!?
…
Qianjiang Academy, main entrance.
From a distance, Ye Yiqian was seen standing there.
This girl was from Shanghai, living in the city center. She came from a good background, was generous, and a cheerful girl.
“Zhang Liangying, let’s have dinner together?”
“Sure!”
Zhang Liangying jogged over, chatted with Ye Yiqian for a bit, then turned and said, “Yiqian, this is my friend, Shen Qing. Let’s all go together.”
Ye Yiqian nodded at Shen Qing, then whispered in Zhang Liangying’s ear, clearly gossiping about their relationship.
Zhang Liangying shyly shook her head after listening.
“Not at all, we’re just friends.”
“Haha… Let’s go to the city center. I heard ‘Hangzhou Restaurant’ is very famous, a century-old establishment. My treat!”
“We’ll treat, after all, there are two of us.”
“Oh, it’s fine, we’re all friends.”
…
This girl was very friendly.
And quite smart.
Shen Qing’s appearance seemed to make her feel that Zhang Liangying would pass through the competition. Therefore, she waited at the entrance specifically to get acquainted early.
This move was indeed effective.
During the taxi ride, Zhang Liangying had already become friends with her, and they chatted animatedly about today’s competition…
Who was strong…
Who was beautiful…
Who they didn’t like…
What song to sing next…
They talked non-stop, like pouring beans.
When they arrived at ‘Hangzhou Restaurant,’ there was a queue at the entrance. It was indeed very popular, and they had to wait half an hour for a table.
Ye Yiqian ordered seven or eight dishes…
As expected of a wealthy young lady from Shanghai, her ordering was so extravagant.
Zhang Liangying patted her pocket, deeply understanding the phrase “penniless.”
“Hey, look, Super Girl preliminary selection is starting…”
Someone shouted, and everyone eating looked up curiously at the Sony color television hanging on the wall.
