[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-entertainment-told-to-stay-grounded-you-start-ta":3,"chapter-entertainment-told-to-stay-grounded-you-start-ta-entertainment-i-was-told-to-be-down-to-earth-not-chapter-269":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Entertainment: I Was Told to Be Down-to-Earth, Not Handle Funerals",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1932436,2633,"Chapter 269","entertainment-i-was-told-to-be-down-to-earth-not-chapter-269",269,"\u003Cp>\"Regarding film distribution, our company has a strict process.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If Mr. Su’s movie is indeed excellent, we naturally won't refuse a good business deal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Meng nodded and said lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My movie still has some finishing work to do, which will probably take another half a month.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"At that time, I will have my company contact your company.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiao’s expression was calm, but she was already complaining in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What do you mean by finishing work? You haven't even started filming yet, have you?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she also knew that Su Meng filmed very quickly, so she naturally wouldn't expose him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elaine, you’re here too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the few were talking, Andrew had finished singing and walked over, saying loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Beautiful Ms. Bai, what do you think of my singing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiao nodded slightly and said lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Ferdinand’s song is naturally excellent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andrew was full of joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The eyes of others looking at him had changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder you can only mix in the entertainment industry and don't have the qualifications to compete for the Gray family’s inheritance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Can’t you even hear the meaning in people’s words?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elaine shook his head helplessly and turned to Bai Xiao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ms. Bai’s singing voice is beautiful; it can be called a gorgeous auditory feast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you plan to hold a concert in the Lighthouse Country, please be sure to notify me in advance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiao nodded and suddenly looked up at Su Meng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Meng thought for a moment and said slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Elaine, although my movie is not finished yet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, the score for the movie has been completed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And the promotional song for this movie is also a rock song.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was written and composed by me, and sung by Bai Xiao.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since today is a music festival, why don't we invite Mr. Elaine and Mr. Ferdinand to appreciate it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh? Several people became interested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it were just an ordinary person saying this, they naturally wouldn't be like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But standing in front of them is a mysterious combination from the mysterious East.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their previous work is still hanging at the top of the Billboard weekly chart in the Lighthouse Country.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Do the two have a new song together?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, their curiosity increased greatly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ferdinand asked impatiently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Su, what is the name of your new song?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Meng smiled slightly and said slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The name of this song is... *[Song Title]*.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Mr. Benedict, please accept my condolences.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wu Guangren walked to Benedict’s side with a glass of wine, raised it, and signaled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Benedict didn't have much sadness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My father suffered from illness; this is also a relief for him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides, returning to the embrace of God, I think he would be very happy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, Wu, didn't you tell me that the mysterious Mr. Su also came?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\" Wu Wu Guangren nodded and pointed to Su Meng in the corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He was very happy to hear that he received an invitation from Mr. Benedict this time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He even brought a few assistants specifically to perform at the funeral.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really?\" Benedict’s eyes lit up, and he lifted his leg to walk toward Su Meng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, a few more people walked over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Benedict, my old friend, long time no see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Benedict was immediately caught up in social obligations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he was the host of today’s reception.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wu Guangren shrugged and stepped aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finally finishing the social obligations, Benedict walked over and said apologetically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sorry, Wu; you know, many old friends came today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can you introduce me to Mr. Su now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"His piece last time really made me unforgettable for a lifetime.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wu Guangren nodded and was about to speak when someone on the stage suddenly said loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dear guests, I am Andrew Gray; now, I would like to sing a song for everyone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is one of Mr. Ferdinand’s most proud works in recent years...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh? His words attracted Benedict’s attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ferdinand’s rock work?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, I still think that with Ferdinand’s talent, he should play more in the field of classical music.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wu Guangren smiled and echoed casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Ferdinand is just like you, an equally excellent musician.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whether it is classical music or pop music, he can handle it with ease.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the two were talking, Andrew had already started singing, and the atmosphere at the scene had become much warmer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, rock music is inherently very good at mobilizing the atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, many of the people present were artists in the field of classical music.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were somewhat indifferent to the form of rock music.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hint of sadness appeared on Benedict’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My father loved excitement when he was alive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Almost every weekend, he would hold a party at home.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He liked to sing and dance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was precisely because of his influence that I embarked on the path of music.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s a pity that after his health deteriorated, he never held a party again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With so many people coming to see him off today, I think he will be very happy in heaven.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing him say this, Wu Wu Guangren didn't know what to say, so he just accompanied him to listen to the song silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the song was finished, Benedict shook his head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This song is naturally very excellent, but Andrew’s performance is a bit lacking.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Otherwise, this song would be the best gift for my father.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He sighed for a while and then said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go, Wu; help me introduce myself to Mr. Su.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wu Guangren nodded and took him toward Su Meng.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>After walking a few steps, Benedict suddenly pulled him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait a minute, Wu, is Ms. Bai going to sing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wu Guangren was stunned, looked up, and saw that Bai Xiao had already walked toward the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She walked to the mixing console on the side and was communicating with the sound engineer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wu Guangren was also puzzled and subconsciously stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Ferdinand suddenly walked quickly to the stage, tapped the microphone, and immediately attracted the attention of everyone at the scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the stage, Ferdinand said excitedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ladies and gentlemen, please allow me to be the announcer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words piqued the curiosity of everyone at the scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ferdinand continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think everyone should know which song is the hottest on the Billboard in the Lighthouse Country now, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A girl shouted impatiently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"*[Song Title]*! A very great song!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ferdinand pointed and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Avril is right!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, it is this song, which has been at the top of the Billboard weekly chart in the Lighthouse Country for a long time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But what you may not have noticed is that the author of this song is a top musician from the distant East.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have had the honor of listening to his music and was deeply intoxicated by it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And today, a new work of his is about to be released here!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The one who will sing this song for us is none other than the Billboard champion singer... the beautiful Ms. Bai Xiao!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Wow*... The scene immediately erupted in warm applause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This song has swept Europe and America recently, so they are naturally no strangers to it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although many people are classical musicians and are not very interested in pop music, they have to admit that this is a good song.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And today, there is a new song coming out?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many people became excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl from just now jumped and shouted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Ferdinand, what is the name of this song?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ferdinand chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems our Avril can’t wait.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As an equally excellent singer, do you want to challenge Ms. Bai Xiao?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scene immediately erupted in a burst of laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Meng looked in the direction of the voice, and his eyes lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl speaking was not tall, but her figure was exquisite.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially the iconic smoky makeup, which made Su Meng recognize her at a glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is actually one of the top singers in the European and American music scene, Avril Lavigne!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this different time and space, this sister is still talented, has swept the Grammys repeatedly, and is a recognized superstar in the European and American music scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She actually came to this reception tonight?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the stage, Ferdinand continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The name of this song is... *[Song Title]*!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes, this time Su Meng brought out one of the classic tracks from his past life, *[Song Title]*!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This song is one of the strongest representative works of the hall-of-fame rock band Queen in his past life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his past life, Queen’s live performance, with Freddie Mercury’s bathhouse attire, was a classic among classics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How strong is this song?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simply put, it was selected for the Grammy Hall of Fame and was rated as the 330th greatest song in history by *Rolling Stone* magazine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In 1994, this song was also the theme song for the Lighthouse World Cup and was sung all over the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And today, this song will also officially appear in this world!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the middle of the stage, a vertical microphone had been placed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiao was wearing a simple, neutral-toned black Hanfu dress, looking heroic and sharp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the colorful female stars at the scene, she stood out even more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood in the middle of the stage, under the spotlight, exuding a huge aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Making everyone at the scene feel refreshed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment of silence...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thump! Thump! Clap! Thump! Thump! Clap!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A strong drum beat sounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiao raised her hands above her head, keeping time with the rhythm of the music.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strong beat, the neat clapping and stomping in the accompaniment, made everyone unable to help but feel their blood boiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some even subconsciously raised their hands and kept time with Bai Xiao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the prelude, Bai Xiao’s voice sounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not bad, really not bad!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Meng nodded approvingly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This song is a male-vocal song; the singing difficulty is not high, but singing it well is even harder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his past life, countless people had covered it, but they were far from the original.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not to mention covering it with a female voice; that difficulty is exponentially increased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>G.E.M. in his past life had covered it, but the effect... let’s not mention it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only version that could barely compete with the original was an advertisement shot by Pepsi... oh no, Pepsi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It used three major divas of the European and American music scene—Britney, Beyoncé, and Pink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the huge colosseum, countless audiences shouted crazily, making people’s adrenaline soar, and it also became a classic advertisement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And today, Bai Xiao’s performance, compared to the three divas of the past life, was even better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially since she deliberately changed her vocal line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using a neutral vocal line, it matched the song perfectly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Showing the uplifting and shocking nature of the song to the fullest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bringing unparalleled shock to the scene!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly... damn! In this world, this is the original, okay?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Su Meng’s thoughts, the song had reached the climax.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiao’s aura was fully open, and her hands were beating the rhythm forcefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The audience at the scene could no longer hold back, and one by one, they followed her rhythm, clapping their hands and stomping their feet crazily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, their blood was up; who still cared about their identity as artists?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even those socialites who seemed dignified couldn't care about their image at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One by one, they raised their hands, stomped their feet, and shouted crazily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Meng was not surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, European and American women are very enthusiastic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even those upper-class women who seem dignified are more... *ahem*... than anyone else at certain times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Cough, cough, cough*, I don't know either; it’s all what that loser said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*Achoo! Achoo! Achoo!*\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A certain loser who was typing in front of the computer sneezed several times fiercely.\u003C\u002Fp>",1984,"2026-06-14T05:16:55.589Z","2026-06-14T06:01:35.269Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","3d953886536f7c645ea10b0963e731686e7565957a43c96fb9dd5fa2758a57ae","entertainment-i-was-told-to-be-down-to-earth-not-chapter-270","entertainment-i-was-told-to-be-down-to-earth-not-chapter-268",277,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fentertainment-i-was-told-to-be-down-to-earth-not-cover.jpg"]