The Book of All Things: Born for Joy

Yuan Zian and Zhong Lingling's perfect collaboration greatly enhanced the entire performance, drawing thunderous applause from the audience. Even those who had come just to join in the fun felt they had gotten a great deal.

Zhang Xiaochuan smiled and gave Li Zichun a thumbs up: "To be able to train like this in just one week, that's really amazing."

The two, still wanting more, exchanged a smile, then looked gratefully at Li Zichun, bowed deeply, and said to the director with a smile, "Can we participate again?"

Before Zhang Xiaochuan could even speak, the other singers became unhappy.

"You two have already given us a good laugh, so what's the point of us singing?"

"Exactly! If you guys have good teamwork and stamina, why would we even need to play games? We can just watch you win the championship."

"It's good enough to have one song, but you want them all? Are you trying to kill everyone else?"

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Because the competition uses a champion elimination system, once you win the championship, you can't participate in the next round. This is to ensure fairness in the competition. Otherwise, those with good physical strength, good mental ability, and good teamwork would keep winning, and no one else would need to participate in the game.

Looking at their expressions, Li Zichun said, "There's plenty of time in the future; we'll have another opportunity to cooperate."

After that, the three exchanged contact information and created a group chat, which they named "Second Generation".

When it came to choosing the topic for the second issue, the online netizens' choice was still "the moon".

Li Zichun smiled dismissively. "Heh, this is a clever scheme. The person who came up with this idea is quite something. But the moon is nothing to me."

Li Zichun turned his back to the camera, appearing to be deep in thought, and the entire program paused at this shot.

This has caused a huge uproar online. Do so many people really like the moon?

However, everyone was still drawn to Yuan Zi'an and Zhong Lingling's singing and dancing in "Bright Moon Over the Horizon," and another masterpiece was born. Moreover, it was a martial arts style that had been declining in recent years, and it can be said to have returned to the public eye.

As soon as the camera turned off, Li Zichun stopped pretending and went straight to Zhang Xiaochuan. Everyone thought he was going to try to change the subject, but he just laid his cards on the table and told them what he was thinking.

According to his prediction, all the upcoming programs will be themed around the "moon," so he was thinking about whether he could record them in advance so that he could have a short vacation of his own.

Now it was Zhang Xiaochuan's turn to be dumbfounded. Ha, so it was all an act all along? Are all talented people this arrogant? And this went on for the entire season.

The participating celebrities were really into it; wow, they're about to unleash their ultimate moves!

Zhang Xiaochuan nodded, then shook his head, and said, "What if the next topic isn't the moon? Wouldn't that mean the recording was a waste?"

Li Zichun said with a smile, "If they change the theme halfway through, then I'll have thought too highly of them."

Zhang Xiaochuan remained silent upon hearing this, seemingly having already guessed who was targeting the program. He simply echoed, "Then so be it. However, if the theme changes midway through, you'll have to come back and rewrite the song."

Li Zichun smiled and nodded in agreement: "Definitely, definitely. I might need to trouble you even more in the future."

So the two of them gathered all the celebrities to prepare for a pre-recording, on the condition that they sign a confidentiality agreement.

Zhang Xiaochuan also posted on Weibo: "Since everyone likes the moon so much, then we will no longer solicit themes from everyone. The theme of every episode from now on will be the moon."

Everyone immediately understood that something was about to happen! But it was better to record in advance, so they wouldn't have to play games and worry about not getting a song later.

With everyone passing the audition, everyone entered a period of intense, non-stop recording. A draw determined which group would perform first, and the rest of the competition depended entirely on their acting skills.

The following week, everyone performed their duties and engaged in intensive recording and practice.

The matter was settled here, but Lü Fang and Lou Yideng were not happy. It was such a small amount of money that they were working themselves to the bone. After Li Zichun mentioned the extra money, they immediately said, "It's all my duty. Those who are capable should do more."

So a group of celebrities were pulled into the second generation's group chat, and every day it was like a training camp, with singing, dancing and complaining. After someone pulled the two teachers into the group, the group immediately became as quiet as a chicken.

Li Zichun demonstrated the song only once, and Lü Fang immediately grasped the key points and knew how to teach it. Lou Yideng's part, which seemed difficult, was actually simpler. After seeing the movements Li Zichun requested, and with no other restrictions, he improvised, making the whole dance more fluid.

The celebrities worked overtime to rehearse, and finally the official recording began.

The first to speak were Lin Fengmian and Li Jinxin from Yixin Entertainment. Their voices reminded him of an old song from many years ago that suited them perfectly, titled "Flowers Bloom and the Moon is Full": "Spring flowers and autumn moon are the most beautiful / Youthful feelings are the most sincere / Life is like smoke and clouds, it passes by in a hurry / We must cherish it well / Time never stops / Taking away our youth / The winds and clouds in the sky are ever-changing / Only friendship lasts forever / Beautiful flowers don't bloom forever / Beautiful scenery doesn't last forever / Don't ask me where I come from / I am the spring breeze and the gentle rain."

Flowers can only be given to a beautiful woman / True feelings are given to the beloved / It's another sunny day / Flowers bloom and the moon is full, let's sing of this day..."

The second to perform were Wang Zijie and Yu Yi, newcomers from Seagate Media who had just joined and were preparing to replace Yuan Zi'an and Zhong Lingling. They were overjoyed to be able to sing a new song so soon after joining the group, feeling like they'd been struck by lightning. However, a week of rehearsals made them feel like they were back in school, practicing day and night without feeling tired, and getting along well with their seniors – something they still found somewhat unbelievable.

Both of them are singing and dancing idols that the company is fully cultivating, so singing is naturally not a problem for them. Therefore, Li Zichun gave them the song "Watching the Moon Rise": "Watching the moon rise..."

Watching the moon rise / We watched the moon rise together / The sleepless night drifted by / My longing heart knows no bounds / I think I heard you've been having insomnia lately too / Lost in thought.

I love your childlike smile / I want to be with you every day / What would I do without you, the girl who cries at the sound of an old song?

We watched the moon rise together / You, too, are sleepless, thinking of your beloved / We watched the moon rise together / You, too, are sleepless, hoping for a bright future / We watched the moon rise together / You, too, are sleepless, who is waiting for whom / We watched the moon rise together /

Will your loved one confess their love on a sleepless night?

The boy's voice was clean, clear, and warm; the whole song was fresh and simple, and everyone in the audience felt a sense of warmth.

Both of them felt they hadn't had enough after singing. The joy of youth is simple and direct. Wang Zijie originally wanted to run over and hug Li Zichun, but when he saw Zhao Qianfan, who looked like an iron tower with an unpleasant expression, and met his unfriendly gaze, he shrank back. In the end, he just bowed to him and excitedly hugged Yu Yi next to him.

Zhao Qianfan was also frustrated. These songs were all mine, mine, mine, all mine. Humph, I should have known better than to participate in this stupid show.

Li Zichun rolled her eyes at him and tugged at his sleeve: "Be careful, we're recording a show. I'll write something better for you when we get back."

Zhao Qianfan was secretly pleased, but pretended to be angry and said, "That's more like it. But everything you wrote is good."

Li Jiawei, who was standing next to her, also laughed out loud: "Yes, everything is the best arrangement."

The two performers were scheduled for last, and both were personally trained by Li Zichun. After this period of practice and collaboration, they naturally had no pressure when it came to singing.

After the production crew changed locations, the third group appeared: Xue Qingrou and Feng Zhennian from Linglong Culture. It was clear this company emphasized "temperament"—a concept difficult to articulate, but the word immediately came to Li Zichun's mind upon seeing them. A conversation with the two revealed that the company boasted an entire library and a rule requiring everyone to read a book every month and submit a reading reflection. This nearly left him speechless. Furthermore, loud noise was strictly prohibited; even those wearing high heels had to walk quietly to avoid disturbing those working. Such requirements seemed absurd to him, yet understandable; after all, the CEO determined the company's overall tone, and employees were expected to obey and offer suggestions.

The two individuals had soft voices and graceful manners, showing that the company had indeed taken the training seriously and had achieved something.

They nodded to Li Zichun, then picked up the microphone and slowly sang: "Round, round, the moon's face / Flat, flat, the bookmark of time / Sweet, sweet, your smile / Is it time to part ways? / I can't bear to let you see my tearful eyes / So I can only tell you /

Look, look! / The moon's face is secretly changing! / The moon's face is secretly changing…

The two women's voices were soft and clear, perhaps due to their extensive reading, possessing a comforting quality. They sounded very similar to Meng Tingwei's voice in his memory, which immediately brought to mind the song "Look, Look at the Moon's Face," a classic old song he had heard many times. Every time he heard it, it reminded him of the classic love quote from "The Complete Works of Natsume Soseki": "The moonlight is beautiful tonight."

Xue Qingrou and Feng Zhennian are both girls, and this song is a slow ballad. Lou Yideng's choreography for them resembles a pair of twin lotus flowers, possessing a unique beauty: "We've gone too far, we have nothing left to say / I can only tell you, look, look / The moon's face is secretly changing / The moon's face is secretly changing..."

The fourth couple to appear were Li Ke and Xu Meiqin from Taiwan. The handsome man and beautiful woman were a perfect match, reminiscent of old Hong Kong. Their company focused on local characteristics, and their accents and intonations were very similar to Cantonese. The two of them also had very distinctive voices. Li Zichun had property in Hong Kong in his previous life, so there were no communication barriers at all.

Based on their vocal characteristics, there were many songs to choose from. Plus, he had a good impression of them, so after much thought, he gave them this song, "Half Moon Serenade": "Still leaning against the sleepless night, gazing at the stars in the sky / Still hearing the violin, like weeping and pleading, teasing again / Why is only a crescent moon left in my sky / After this night, all contact is cut off / People are like the bright moon in the sky, unattainable / Love is like a melody, leaving only irretrievable separation / Why is only disappointment filling my emptiness?"

There was no farewell kiss that night.

Still talking about forever, never imagining it was just an excuse / Never knew we'd break up / But my heart is still occupied by her every moment / She's like the moon, still silent / The violin solo plays, the bright moon half-leaning in late autumn / My longing, my yearning, until the future…”

The duo's performance was heart-wrenching, with poignant melodies, dramatic tunes, and lyrics that touched the heart. The other guests in the audience knew they had lost the moment they heard that it was in Cantonese. After listening to their performance, they no longer felt any resentment. The staff and director on site couldn't help but applaud, as if they were witnessing the birth of a classic song.

Li Ke and Xu Meiqin exchanged a glance and bowed deeply to Li Zichun: "If you ever need our help, just let us know, and we will never refuse."

Li Zichun casually waved his hand and said, "Come on, I'll be grateful if you guys don't bother me. Doing more good deeds will help me accumulate merit."

Next, Zhao Qianfan and Li Jiawei appeared, whispering in his ear, "I will do my best."

Li Zichun smacked him on the head in annoyance and said, "You're always so unserious. Go and sing properly."

Li Jiawei also grabbed his hand and said in a coquettish tone, "Brother, brother, look at me more often. I will work hard and not let you down."

The crowd erupted in laughter and cheers, exclaiming, "They're so close!" and "One more!"

The two had already discussed this little incident with Li Zichun. Although artificial saccharin has no fragrance, it is sweet.

When Zhao Qianfan and Li Jiawei stepped onto the stage, they seemed like kings of the stage. With lyricist Li Zichun there, they had to perform even better, as his presence gave them more confidence and courage.

The two swayed to the rhythm, beginning their journey to conquer the world: "I gaze at the moon above / How many dreams are flying freely / Yesterday forgotten, the sorrow dried by the wind / I want to meet you again on that vast road / Life has been drawn by the ebb and flow of the tide / Where you are, that is paradise."

I wait for my imagination / My soul has long since broken free / The sound of hooves rises, the sound of hooves falls / Oh yeah, oh yeah

The seen and the unseen / The fleeting and the eternal / The grass grows tall, the snow falls heavily / Oh yeah, oh yeah

Who is calling out with deep affection? / Let my longing drift like white clouds.

Horses graze in the east, sheep graze in the west / Wild and spicy love songs are sung until dawn.

After the vicissitudes of time, by whose side are you? / With gentle eyes, you illuminate the night with splendor.

The song is a perfect blend of folk music and rap music. The two had participated in a new song concert together, so they worked together naturally and knew each other's rhythm. As they sang, the audience danced and got really into it. He couldn't help but sigh, "No wonder it's a national anthem that can be deeply ingrained in people's bones in any era."

"(Mongolian) The full moon has risen in the sky!"

(Mongolian) Why are there no clouds nearby?

……

Oh yeah! Oh yeah!

PS: Information is from the internet.

"Flowers Bloom and the Moon is Full" is a song written and performed by Diao Han, and included in the album "Spring Water Like the Years" released on January 1, 1995.

"Watching the Moon Rise" was written and composed by Lu Hu, arranged by Dou Peng, and sung by Zhang Jie. It was included in Zhang Jie's concept album "Crossing Trilogy" released in 2009 and "One Chance: Zhang Jie's New Songs + Best Selection" released in 2012.

"Look, Look at the Moon's Face" is a song sung by Meng Tingwei, with lyrics by Andre (Yang Lide), music by Chen Xiaoxia, and arrangement by Chen Jinxing. It was first included in Meng Tingwei's self-titled album in September 1991. In 1992, Hong Kong female singer Priscilla Chan covered the song in Cantonese in her album "Come Back," titled "The Moon."

"Half Moon Serenade" is a Cantonese song sung by Hacken Lee, composed by Naoko Kawai, with lyrics by Heung Suet-wai and arrangement by To Chi-chi. It was included in Hacken Lee's album "Symbol of Destiny" released in December 1987.

"Above the Moon" is a song performed by Phoenix Legend, with lyrics and music by He Muyang. It was included in Phoenix Legend's album of the same name, "Above the Moon," released in 2005.