Chapter 52: Nocturne

The entire venue was brightly lit.

Several thousand seats, except for the parts deliberately left out, were all full.

The first few rows were reserved for celebrities.

Celebrities didn't have such high status in the entertainment industry,

but they were all standing in the spotlight and needed exposure.

The areas a few rows behind the celebrities

were reserved for producers, film producers, and directors—the behind-the-scenes staff.

They were the real big shots.

But they didn't need exposure and didn't have to compete with celebrities.

Further back, the audience who bought tickets sat.

Because there were too many celebrities at the scene,

and these fans were too fanatical,

the number of people was strictly controlled; it was impossible to let it be packed.

Otherwise, the scene could get out of control.

Because any one of these big celebrities

could trigger an accident if placed in high-traffic places like airports or shopping malls.

Never mind putting them all together.

When arranging seats,

the organizers could be said to have racked their brains.

Because there were many grievances and hatreds in the entertainment industry.

This one had a conflict of interest with that one, and they wouldn't see each other again.

This one and that one were arguing endlessly on the internet, and even filed lawsuits.

It was also possible that this one and that one had rumors,

or this one was that one's ex-girlfriend, and that one was this one's ex-husband...

Every aspect had to be taken care of.

Otherwise, it would easily cause embarrassment.

At one event,

the organizer let Hu Ge sit together with his ex-girlfriend Jiang Shuying.

The scene was awkward!

Besides these grievances and hatreds,

the organizers also paid great attention to gimmicks.

They arranged the Four Beauties of Sword and Fairy together.

And had Hu Ge sit next to them.

This kind of arrangement could maximize traffic.

The hype was maxed out!

Locking in the top spot on the trending list was a done deal.

Su Chen’s seat was in the second row, directly behind Yang Mi.

This arrangement was made because he and Yang Mi were from the same company.

A boss and employee relationship.

Plus, they had been involved in quite a few rumors.

It could attract another huge wave of traffic!

At this moment, Su Chen was not in his seat.

He was backstage, preparing to go out and perform.

Sister Reba was incredibly excited; she covered her mouth with her hand and whispered, "Sister Mi, I heard Su Chen is singing a new song."

"He seems to take this song quite seriously. I'm a bit expectant."

In an occasion with such full exposure.

Stars have to cover their mouths when they talk.

Otherwise, it’s easy for their lip-reading to be interpreted.

Yang Mi smiled slightly: "Of course!"

"It was hard enough to secure this opportunity for Su Chen; he definitely has to sing the song most likely to go viral."

Liu Liu Shishi, who was nearby, also chimed in.

"I've heard those few singles of Su Chen's; they are really good!"

"The atmosphere right now is just like he's holding a concert."

"How come all the good artists were signed away by you? I'm envious!"

Stars of their level.

All have their own studios or companies.

And have all signed quite a few artists.

Among the artists under Yang Mi, besides Su Chen and Sister Reba.

People like Gao Weiguang, Zhang Yunlong, and Zhang Fan Bingbing are all very famous.

But who has ever heard of the artists under Liu Liu Shishi?

Yang Mi squinted and smiled: "This is called talent!"

"I have the ability to recognize talent, you don't."

Liu Liu Shishi was choked up by this and was speechless.

You have the ability to recognize talent?

Fine, fine, fine!

You married Liu Liu Kaiwei, you really do have an eye for talent!

Liu Liu Tianxian had a decent relationship with the three women.

It just didn't reach the level of being best friends.

After all, the three of them had acted in "Paladin 3" together.

And back then, they were all kept firmly under Liu Liu Tianxian's thumb.

They couldn't snatch any good resources from her.

Once there is a conflict of interest between people.

It doesn't necessarily mean they will become mortal enemies.

But they will definitely not become good brothers or sisters.

Therefore, Liu Liu Tianxian did not engage in close conversation with the three women.

Instead, she cast her beautiful eyes toward the stage.

Preparing to enjoy Su Chen's performance!

Suddenly.

More than half of the lights in the entire venue went out.

It instantly became dim.

The big screen in front appeared exceptionally glaring.

Following that.

A beautiful yet unfamiliar melody rang out.

This melody carried a faint sadness, very capable of gripping people's hearts.

Every cell of the audience below began to stir along with the melody.

Su Chen was dressed in a suit and leather shoes.

Holding the microphone, he slowly walked out from backstage.

His figure, already tall as a mountain.

Projected onto the big screen, looked even more heroic and extraordinary.

In an instant.

The entire audience's gaze was focused on Su Chen.

Like countless dazzling stars gathering toward the center.

And in the middle of these stars.

Was an even more dazzling bright moon.

Amidst the melody, Su Chen slowly opened his mouth and began to sing.

A group of bloodthirsty ants attracted by rotting meat

I am expressionless, watching the lonely scenery

Losing you, love and hate become clear

Losing you, what else is there to care about

………

Withering in a purely black environment

The crow on the tree branch is eerily quiet

Listen quietly, my black coat

Wants to warm your increasingly cold memories

………

Playing Chopin's Nocturne for you

To commemorate my dead love

A voice like the night wind

Heartbreak sounds so beautiful

Playing Chopin's Nocturne for you

To commemorate my dead love

And I hide my name for you

Playing the piano under the moonlight

………

I use beautiful rhymes

To describe a love that has been plundered clean

………

This song, whether it be the lyrics, the melody, or the arrangement.

Is a pinnacle work of Chinese music.

Approaching the ceiling.

The only weakness might be that Zhou Dong's singing technique is slightly inferior.

But Su Chen possesses a heavenly voice.