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Chapter 131: Let me be the finale of the New Year’s Eve party?

"episode?"

"Let me sing?"

Shang Yuxin was also quite surprised by Xu Kong's words.

Shang Yuxin knew that the entire soundtrack of the drama "Want to See You" was completed by Xu Kong alone, so it was not surprising that he was still responsible for all the music of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" this time.

But she didn't expect that there was actually an interlude, and Xu Kong was going to let her sing it.

Can Shang Yuxin sing?
Of course she did. When she first debuted, she even released several singles and EPs.

Strictly speaking, although not as good as some professional singers.

But Shang Yuxin’s singing skills are pretty good.

It is even much better than some popular idols.

But for Shang Yuxin, she knows that she can't go far on the path of being a singer.

So I just gave up and focused on acting.

Although it was for the promotion of the drama, Shang Yuxin still had no intention of agreeing.

Even if it was Xu Kong, it would not actually affect some of her decisions and plans.

However, Shang Yuxin's personality is such that even if she has already refused in her heart, she will not say it directly.

"Can I hear what song it is first?"

Shang Yuxin was just making an excuse.

After I really finish listening to it, I will politely refuse it with reasons like I am not suitable for this song or I don’t think I can sing it well.

Xu Kong didn't waste any time. He took the guitar that he had played in the finals of "Our Song" from his room and started singing on the spot.

This was the second time Shang Yuxin heard Xu Kong sing live.

The first time was the final stage of "Our Song".

However, she was sitting in the audience at the time and was actually quite far away from Xu Kong on the stage.

But this time, Xu Kong was sitting almost face to face with her.

Shang Yuxin found that she and Xu Kong were quite similar. They didn't look very serious when they were together.

But when they really start working, they are extremely serious and maintain a state of absolute concentration without being disturbed by the outside world.

For example, Xu Kong who is singing now.

When he picked up the guitar, he became a completely different person.

"Brother Xu Kong sings so well!"

As soon as Xu Kong finished singing, Song Youyou started to applaud enthusiastically.

However, Shang Yuxin, who had already made up her mind to reject Xu Kong, fell silent at this moment, and no one knew what she was thinking.

"what do you think?"

Seeing that Shang Yuxin had been silent, Xu Kong took the initiative to ask a question.

Shang Yuxin did not answer Xu Kong's question, but asked:

"Did you write this song specifically for Lin Yueru?"

Xu Kong hesitated for a moment. Although he knew that this song was not strictly composed for The Legend of Sword and Fairy in the previous life, it was indeed very suitable for the role of Lin Yueru.

"You can understand that."

Song Youyou just thought that this song was a little sad, but quite nice.

But for Shang Yuxin, who has played the role of Lin Yueru for more than a month and has read the script countless times and even wrote a biography of the character, she couldn't help but put herself into the role when Xu Kong sang.

Shang Yuxin has done various psychological analyses on Lin Yueru and knows very well what that feeling is like.

So after listening to this song, she had almost no doubt that this song was written by Xu Kong specifically for Lin Yueru.

The other party’s previous proposal was not entirely for the promotion of the drama.

But this song is indeed most suitable for her to sing.

"What's the name of this song?"

Xu Kong answered: "Always Very Quiet"

"One of the interludes."

If we were to say which soundtrack in The Legend of Sword and Fairy had the most profound impression on Xu Kong, this interlude would definitely be one of them.

It should be considered as Lin Yueru’s exclusive bgm in the play.

Shang Yuxin thought for a while, then said:
"I agreed."

"Send me the lyrics and music score, and I'll ask my agent to contact Beijing TV."

She was somewhat relieved that she had not yet had time to ask her agent to reject all these New Year's Eve parties.

That afternoon, Shang Yuxin read the lyrics of the entire song many times.

Even when he finished work at night, he still had the lyrics given by Xu Kong in his hands.

"You're an actor after all, do you have a good memory?"

Xu Kong thought that the other party couldn't remember the lyrics, so he said something.

Unexpectedly, Shang Yuxin didn't say anything naughty this time, but looked at Xu Kong with a rather resentful look.

"If you had given me this song earlier, I might not have had to spend so much time on it."

Shang Yuxin's words were really not an exaggeration.

If she had heard the song "Always Quiet" earlier, she would probably have understood the inner thoughts of the character Lin Yueru more quickly.

Xu Kong said somewhat embarrassedly: "Sorry, I forgot."

He also understood what Shang Yuxin meant.

Indeed, helping actors understand their roles is one of his jobs as a director.

The main reason is that I really didn’t think of such a method.

Moreover, Shang Yuxin’s performance has always been quite good, the filming went smoothly, and there was no situation where she couldn’t get into the role.

The three main actors of the crew all had to attend the New Year's Eve party, so the Legend of Sword and Fairy crew simply started the New Year's Day holiday early.

Xu Kong received a message from Su Zhi, saying that she would also attend the party this year.

However, it was not the Beijing TV station, nor any other local TV station, but the official New Year’s Eve Gala.

There is no way, because of her previous song "As Wish", Su Zhi has been officially invited several times this year.

This time is the same, this song is indeed very suitable for some official evening parties.

But this is definitely a good thing for Su Zhi.

Although it is just a song, for artists in the entertainment industry, such works can often save lives.

Based on Xu Kong's understanding of Su Zhi, the other party would probably not be of any use that day.

However, even if you just attend official parties and performances regularly, it will definitely be of great benefit to an artist's career.

"Hello, teachers. Welcome, welcome."

When Xu Kong met the director of the Beijing TV New Year's Eve Gala for the first time, he was stunned.

It’s not because he knew the other person, but because this Liu Qiliang was too similar to Guo Zihao whom he saw every day!

They are both chubby little boys with fair skin, and even their facial features are very similar.

The only difference may be that there is a big age gap between the two, probably about ten or twenty years older.

In Xu Kong's eyes, Liu Qiliang was like a middle-aged version of Guo Zihao.

Not only Xu Kong, but even Song Youyou and Shang Yuxin who came here together noticed this.

However, Xu Kong asked later and found out that the other party and Guo Zihao were indeed not relatives.

The two of them are from completely different places.

Liu Qiliang didn't have a lost son.

However, Xu Kong could not guarantee the last point, so he could only ask Guo Zihao when he returned to the hotel. Because Feng Ge's studio still had some things to deal with, Guo Zihao did not come with him this time.

"There is no problem with the programs of both teachers. I think they can both be on the show."

After watching the performances of Song Youyou and Shang Yuxin, Liu Qiliang spoke directly and generously.

As the director of this New Year's Eve party, Liu Qiliang still keeps a low profile.

It can be said to be quite polite.

This is partly related to each other's personalities, of course, more importantly, the three of them are artists under Fengge, and they are all big names.

Even Xu Kong has been very popular recently, and is showing signs of successfully transforming from a traffic idol.

Not to mention that there is a person with a special identity like Song Youyou.

Beijing TV and Fengge have always had a good cooperative relationship, and Fengge's status in the circle is also there.

Of course, the decision Liu Qiliang made was still based on his own judgment.

Song Youyou's song "The Magic of Love" has already been popular this year, and given Song Youyou's image as the nation's first love, there will definitely be no problem for her to perform on such a stage.

In addition, the song "Always Quiet" sung by Shang Yuxin can be regarded as a favor for them to help promote Xu Kong's new drama.

There was no problem with the quality of the song, and it was a new song written by Xu Kong. For various considerations, there was no reason to refuse.

Xu Kong was preparing to go on stage for a singing trial. The song he prepared this time was also a song from "The Legend of Sword and Fairy". The first song was also a promotional song, and the second song was the same. Xu Kong just played the main one to save trouble.

However, Liu Qiliang stopped Xu Kong at this time.

"Teacher Xu Kong, this time you are special."

Liu Qiliang sorted out his words and continued:
"We have discussed this time and decided to let you be in charge of the midnight show."

Xu Kong was obviously stunned when he heard this.

He originally wanted to come here for fun, but how come it suddenly became a midnight show?

You have to know that time period should be the most important stage of the entire New Year's Eve party.

Generally speaking, after the performance, the artists will stay and count down to the New Year with the host.

Although he is indeed very popular this year, isn't this treatment a bit too exaggerated?
Seeing that Xu Kong was a little confused, Liu Qiliang hurriedly explained.

"But the midnight performance will not be performed by just Teacher Xu Kong. We want you to work with Teacher Hua Hongjuan."

"And I hope you can help me write a new song."

Before Xu Kong came, he really didn't expect this result.

But he definitely knew Hua Hongjuan.

In other words, given the domestic popularity of Hua Hongjuan, the veteran singer, it is impossible that there is someone in the circle who doesn't know her.

Hua Hongjuan is the most accomplished female singer in the country in the past decade.

Although they are both singing queens, someone of Su Zhi's status cannot compare to the other.

In addition, Hua Hongjuan is also a national-level singer on the official side. She has excellent singing skills and is famous for her amazing high notes and angry voice.

In addition, he has been labeled as a frequent guest at the Spring Festival Gala, the finale singer at various large-scale evening parties, and even the designated guest performer at the opening ceremony of a sports game.

"Director Liu, you're putting a lot of pressure on me."

Xu Kong couldn't help but smile bitterly.

It’s okay to be the finale of the midnight show. After all, in this era where traffic is king, strictly speaking, there is nothing wrong with Xu Kong’s current popularity.

But if he were to be on the same stage with Hua Hongjuan, there would be a high probability that he would be suppressed by her and have no sense of existence at all.

"It is because I believe in your ability, Mr. Xu Kong, that I made this decision."

Liu Qiliang spoke up.

In fact, if it were the previous Xu Kong, Liu Qiliang would not dare to take such a risk.

But this year we finally invited Hua Hongjuan, and we were also given ratings targets, so we might as well give it a try.

Bet on Xu Kong's creative ability.

Moreover, it will definitely be a highlight to see Xu Kong, this year's most dazzling newcomer in the music industry, and Hua Hongjuan, one of the top veteran singers in the Chinese music scene, on the same stage.

Xu Kong has huge traffic if the quality of the stage is guaranteed.

Then both ratings and word of mouth can be taken into account.

“But now there’s less than a week left.”

Xu Kong was still a little hesitant.

In fact, writing songs is not a problem for him.

The key point is that he really has no confidence that he can handle the scene with Hua Hongjuan.

"If it's really difficult."

When Liu Qiliang saw Xu Kong hesitating, he didn't insist too much.

It is normal for Xu Kong to feel pressure. Any other singer would probably feel pressure too.

What's more, Hua Hongjuan hasn't released a new song for several years. They did invite some songwriters in the circle to help write songs, but they were not satisfied with the resulting works.

If Xu Kong's approach doesn't work, Hua Hongjuan will have to be the only one to sing old songs at the end of the party.

However, in that case, the final ratings and popularity of the party probably would not achieve the best results.

For this New Year's Eve party, he has been given targets and he still hopes to take a chance.

"Is Teacher Hua free this week?"

Just when Liu Qiliang was about to give up, he suddenly heard Xu Kong ask a question.

He was suddenly a little surprised.

"Teacher Hua will be in Beijing this week, so he must be free."

"Teacher Xu Kong, have you agreed?"

Xu Kong nodded.

Although doing so does have risks.

But Xu Kong still didn't want to waste such an opportunity.

In fact, ever since he traveled through time, Xu Kong has been exploring the vocal talent of this body.

My current singing skills have actually far surpassed those of my previous life.

Of course, Xu Kong certainly didn't intend to just be satisfied with the idea of ​​being able to use it.

After all, he still has a lot of songs in his mind that he wants to sing, and it would be a pity if he couldn't release them because of his singing skills.

This collaboration with Hua Hongjuan, one of the top female singers in China, is also an opportunity for him to train.

"That New Song"

“Can you finish it before rehearsal?”

Liu Qiliang asked again with some concern.

In fact, in his opinion, as long as the song is written and more time is spent on subsequent rehearsals, with Hua Hongjuan's singing skills, there will most likely be no problem.

According to his research on some of Xu Kong's performances, the other party's singing skills are also very good now.

And after all, it’s a song I wrote myself, so the performance won’t be bad.

Of course, Xu Kong had completely different ideas at this time.

It was exactly the opposite of what Liu Qiliang was worried about.

In his opinion, writing songs is not a problem at all.

The key to the problem is how to sing this song well, at least without being put too much pressure by Hua Hongjuan.

"It won't take that long. I can write it today."

"But Director Liu needs to contact Teacher Hua as soon as possible. It would be best if we could have some time to rehearse a few times in the next few days."

(End of this chapter)