yournovel Chapter 415 Your level is highly commendable.
Chapter 415 Your level is highly commendable.
Chapter 415 Your level is highly commendable.
Upon hearing Sister Ru's words, Hu Jiyan couldn't help but smile.
He replied confidently in a soft voice, "Don't worry, I will definitely take good care of Teacher Liang."
At this moment, Yu Huan and Lin Yourong were walking side by side at the back of the group, their steps neither hurried nor slow, as they descended the last step of the stairs.
He glanced at the two people whispering in front of him, and inadvertently caught their faint whispers.
A few vague words drifted into his ears. Sister Ru seemed to be talking about 'that kid Yu Huan'?
A hint of doubt flashed in Yu Huan's eyes.
He nudged Lin Yourong beside him with his elbow, lowered his voice, and said with a hint of teasing, "Wife, did you hear what Sister Ru said? I made a little joke with her before, but now I feel like she's talking bad about me to Hu Jiyan."
"I didn't quite catch it, but I think your name was mentioned." Lin Yourong smiled and said softly, "But don't overthink it. What bad things would Sister Ru say about you?"
Yu Huan shrugged noncommittally at this.
The group walked forward, their footsteps echoing through the hall.
At the front desk, the receptionist was listlessly resting her chin on one hand and her elbow on the table, waiting to go home.
Just as I was drifting off to sleep, I heard footsteps approaching from afar.
Hearing the sound, she spotted the group, especially Hu Jiyan leading the way, which instantly erased the languid look from her face.
He hurriedly adjusted his posture, sitting upright and instantly transforming from a relaxed demeanor to a dignified one.
She had to make a good impression when the boss came; she didn't want to lose this job where she could see celebrities every day.
A perfectly timed smile played on her lips as her gaze followed the movement of the crowd, slowly sweeping from Liang Qiaobo in the middle of the group to the couple at the end.
Even though both of them were wearing masks, with most of their faces hidden behind them, their unique and outstanding temperament was still undeniable.
And the familiar fisherman's hat made her recognize the woman as Lin Su at a glance.
The news that Lin Su would be joining "I Am a Singer" had already spread widely online and was known to everyone, so seeing them all together didn't stir any waves in my heart and I wasn't surprised.
However, the man who was standing very close to Lin Su, although his face was covered by a mask and his features were not clear, his tall and straight figure was hard to ignore.
This made the receptionist feel like she was being scratched by a kitten, her curiosity bursting forth. Her gaze lingered on him, trying to guess his identity from his figure and demeanor.
Seeing the group approach the front desk, she quickly gave a slight bow, her face beaming with smiles, and greeted Hu Jiyan in a cheerful voice: "Hello, Mr. Hu."
Then, she turned her gaze to the crowd and said in a warm tone, "Please take your time, everyone."
"You've worked hard." Hu Jiyan nodded slightly, revealing a gentle smile.
Others also cast friendly glances at the receptionist.
The glass doors slid open automatically to the sides, emitting a slight "humming" sound.
The crowd filed out and stepped into the chilly world outside the door.
The receptionist, who had been maintaining a straight back, instantly relaxed and let out a soft sigh.
The biting wind, carrying the chill of winter, blew in through the open door, making her shiver and pull her uniform tighter around herself.
I couldn't help but think to myself, what kind of awful weather is this today? It's freezing cold!
He was full of complaints.
Suddenly, out of the corner of her eye, she caught a glimpse of two figures receding into the distance outside the door, clinging tightly to each other in the interplay of the dim streetlights and the cold wind.
The somewhat mysterious man even raised his arm and affectionately put his arm around Lin Su's shoulder, then turned slightly to the side, as if to shield her from the biting cold wind.
The next moment, Lin Su wrapped her arms around his waist and pressed herself even closer to him, like a little bird clinging to him.
The two shadows were stretched long under the dim streetlights, overlapping and merging, full of tender affection.
The receptionist's eyes, which had been somewhat timid, suddenly widened in surprise, her pupils filled with astonishment.
Her mouth opened slightly involuntarily, and she almost cried out in surprise.
The image of the two walking slowly in each other's arms reflected in her eyes, and this scene made her exclaim "Holy crap!" in her heart!
She never imagined that the dazzling, popular female singer she remembered, who seemed so unattainable on stage, would be hugging and embracing a man like a young girl in love.
This scene was like a bright light, dispelling all her previous speculations and assumptions.
She had only one thought in her mind: This must be Lin Su's boyfriend!
"Lin Su is actually in love. If this gets out, it'll be headline news!" she muttered to herself, her fingers unconsciously gripping the hem of her uniform.
She was still in a daze from the shocking news, her eyes fixed on the glass door, unblinking.
Suddenly, the mysterious man released his arm from Lin Su's shoulder and strode around to the driver's side of the white BMW.
He reached out and opened the car door without hesitation, then strode in and sat down inside with ease.
What was even more surprising was that Liang Qiaobo, who had been walking ahead for a while, suddenly turned back, said a few words to Lin Suxiao, then opened the passenger door of the BMW, bent down and got into the car.
Lin Su then turned around and sat in the back row.
It was lunchtime, and judging from their posture, they had probably arranged to eat together.
But the more you think about it, the stranger it seems. Among these people, Teacher Liang is clearly more familiar with Director Hu, yet she didn't ride in that Audi together.
She became increasingly certain that Lin Su's boyfriend was no ordinary person! Perhaps he had known Teacher Liang before.
As the BMW pulled out of the parking space and slowly turned left, its exhaust fumes billowed into a white mist in the cold air, only to be quickly dispersed.
A thought flashed through her mind, and the image of Lin Su embracing the mysterious man kept replaying in her head. She wondered if she should gossip about it and secretly tell her best friend about it...
A gentle breeze whistled through the fan blades, carrying a warm feeling that instantly swallowed up the chill in the carriage.
As Yu Huan sat in the driver's seat, her shoulders, which had been tense due to the cold, gradually relaxed.
He gripped the steering wheel firmly with both hands, his eyes fixed intently on the taillights of the small Audi ahead.
In the dim light of the night, the taillights shone with a vibrant red light, as striking as a ruby shimmering in the darkness. As I was fully focused on driving, a faint yawn drifted over from the passenger side.
Yu Huan subconsciously turned her head to look.
Liang Qiaobo had tears welling up in his eyes from exhaustion. He was taking off his black-rimmed glasses and rubbing his sleepy eyes, his movements full of fatigue.
He couldn't help but wonder to himself, "Did he get sleepy as soon as he got on the bus?"
Liang Qiaobo was indeed very busy during the airing of "I Am a Singer".
They not only bear the heavy responsibility of adapting the songs performed by the singers, but also coordinate the live band and the singers.
Before each competition recording, they had to work overtime to produce all the demos, send them to the singers immediately, wait for feedback, and then carefully consider and revise them based on all sorts of opinions.
If a singer changes their song at the last minute, he has to work through the night to make changes and rack his brains to catch up with the recording schedule.
Even during rehearsals, there's no time to rest. You need to be on-site constantly communicating with musicians, singers, and TV station staff, keeping your mind and mouth constantly engaged.
Compared to Hong Tao, the general director who controls the overall direction of the program, it is no exaggeration to say that he is the true soul of "I Am a Singer".
This is why, in the seasons after his departure, the show seemed to lose its core, and its reputation plummeted dramatically.
Yu Huan withdrew her gaze and turned her attention back to the road ahead.
After a moment's thought, he said, "Teacher Liang, if you're sleepy, take a nap in the car. I'll wake you up when we get there."
Liang Qiaobo waved his hand, forcing a smile on his tired face, and said, "Jiyan just told me that you have something you want to talk to me about?"
Upon hearing this, Yu Huan glanced at the slowly moving Audi ahead and pondered for a moment.
He knew perfectly well that for a phenomenal variety show like "I Am a Singer" with such a large investment, the production team must have made ample preparations long before the show even started filming.
The original replacement singer for the fifth episode was Lin Zhixuan, but because of his suggestion, Lao Lin used his connections to intervene and, through some maneuvering, managed to have his own daughter snatch the spot.
If Qi Zhen hadn't withdrawn from the competition, freeing up a spot, Lin Zhixuan would definitely have missed his chance to make a comeback.
Given Liang Qiaobo's deep involvement in this program, he must have been fully aware of these behind-the-scenes twists and turns.
So, after careful consideration, Yu Huan slowly said, "Teacher Liang, I do have something I want to discuss with you. Lin Su is going to be on 'I Am a Singer,' which is a very rare opportunity for her. I am both excited and nervous, and I hope she can fully demonstrate her strength on this stage."
As he spoke, he gently pressed the accelerator with his toes.
I kept a short distance behind her, but I felt that Sister Ru was driving really slowly, so I stepped on the gas and overtook her, leaving the leisurely swaying Audi behind.
Yu Huan paused for a moment, then continued sincerely, "I've been thinking about her song selection and arrangement after she went on the show. I understand that the production team has its own plans, but I still hope to do my best to provide her with some help."
The little BMW quickly drove out of the cultural and creative park.
Sitting in the back seat, Lin Yourong heard Yu Huan's words, and a glimmer of light quietly appeared in her eyes, which were hidden by the brim of her hat.
She lowered her head slightly, biting her lip gently, a feeling of indescribable emotion welling up inside her.
Liang Qiaobo looked out the window, the scenery flashing by like a slideshow.
He nodded knowingly and said with a smile, "I listened to the arrangement of 'The Wind on the Way Home' before, and I must say, I highly approve of your skill..."
Yu Huan listened intently, waiting for a long time, but when he didn't add anything or give a definite answer, she was disappointed.
While waiting at a red light, he quickly glanced at Liang Qiaobo and saw him tapping lightly on the window frame with his fingers, looking thoughtful.
Thinking to himself that he had made his point so clear, he wisely refrained from making a sound to disturb them for the time being.
As dusk deepened, the streetlights cast a dim, yellowish glow, casting the car's shadow long and short.
The car was quiet, with only the whooshing sound of the heater blowing through the fan blades and the soft rustling of the wheels rolling over the road.
Liang Qiaobo's fingers, which were tapping on the window frame, suddenly stopped.
He sat up slightly and coughed lightly, breaking the continued silence.
“How about this?” His tone was relaxed yet tinged with a weariness. “Once Lin Su officially enters the program preparation stage, we can discuss suitable song selection directions and arrangement styles for her. I would welcome a talented musician like you with open arms.”
Upon hearing this, Yu Huan smiled both in her heart and on her face, and quickly thanked him, "Thank you, Teacher Liang!"
“No need to be so polite.” Liang Qiaobo shook his head slightly. “This stage needs creative musicians like you.”
"Teacher Liang, you flatter me too much."
Upon hearing this, Liang Qiaobo smiled slightly, his gaze inadvertently glancing at Yu Huan's profile, and suddenly said with a touch of regret:
“When I was young, singers were all covering Japanese songs, just taking them and adding lyrics, it was very simple, and they became famous quickly. Ka-Kui once said, ‘Hong Kong only has an entertainment industry, not a music scene,’ and joining a band was the least promising career, you could never make money.”
Yu Huan listened attentively to Liang Qiaobo's Mandarin, which had a unique Hong Kong accent.
He knew perfectly well that the Cantonese word '夹band' meant to form a band.
When they were young, Wong Ka Kui and Leung Kiu Po worked at the same insurance company. During the day, they were salesmen, selling insurance in a proper manner, and at night they played music together.
As like-minded friends, they both insist on creating original content.
Wong Ka Kui formed 'Beyond', while Leung Kiu Po formed 'Floating World'.
After a moment's thought, Yu Huan smiled familiarly and said, "Then, Mr. Liang, you and Mr. Wong Ka Kui still knowingly ventured into dangerous territory and formed a band."
“Hmm.” Liang Qiaobo nodded, his face full of reminiscence, and slowly said, “Back then, Hong Kong was full of pop songs. Ka-Kui and his band’s rock style was already niche enough, but our style was even more niche. In that golden age, at the peak of Hong Kong’s music scene, we became niche music and were never popular with the masses…”
At this point, Liang Qiaobo suddenly paused.
He sighed deeply, turned his head slightly, and looked at Yu Huan's profile.
The weariness in his eyes had largely disappeared, replaced by eyes full of admiration.
“When I heard your avant-garde arrangement techniques, and even the addition of rap elements to the song, your groundbreaking attempt really touched me. At that time, we also wanted to break the rules and make different music, but the limitations of the times made it very difficult for us, and in the end we had no choice but to disband. ‘The Wind on the Way Home’ stands out in the entire Chinese music scene, and I sincerely hope that it will be successful.”
(End of this chapter)