The Book of All Things: Born for Joy

Zhao Jinmai's voice was clear and beautiful, a voice somewhere between a child's and an adult's, which pleased Li Zichun. However, considering that her voice might be hoarse as she grew up, he suggested that Zhao Qianfan not to make her work too hard.

These two poems are more wonderful than the last. One uses peonies to depict a prosperous era, and the other uses orchids to depict hope. So, the last one should be about roses, right?

Everyone is wondering how he'll wrap things up in the end; it's really something to look forward to.

After Zhao Jinmai finished singing the entire song, everyone applauded enthusiastically and began to look forward to the last song. Zhao Qianfan led her off the stage, and Li Zichun nodded to them before slowly walking to the center of the stage alone. The next song held special significance for him; it was the tune that played in a small shop near where he and his wife first met in his previous life, and he was always filled with emotion whenever he heard it.

He gestured for silence, and only when everyone was still did he slowly begin to sing "La Vie en Rose":

His lips kissed my eyes.

A smile flickered across his lips.

Voilà le portrait sans retouche This is his original image

De l\u0027homme auquel j\u0027appartiens I belong to this man

When he gently embraced me

Qu'il me parle tout bas whispered to me

Je vois la vie en rose My vision of a rosy life appears before my eyes.

He spoke of his love to me.

Love words accompany you day and night.

Et ?a me fait quelque chose made my heart ripple.

Il est entré dans mon c?ur felt like a warm current of happiness.

A part of bonheur flowed into my heart.

Dont je connais la cause I know where it comes from.

C\u0027est lui pour moi You for me

Moi pour lui dans la vie 我为了你，不离不弃

He said this to me, he swore this vow, and it will last a lifetime.

Et dès que je l\u0027aper?ois When I think of these

Alors je sens en moi I then felt inside my body

Mon c?ur qui ba My heart is leaping

Des nuits d\u0027amour à plus finir This night of love will not end

A grand bonheur qui prend sa place, overflowing with happiness, drove away the long night.

Des ennuis des chagrins s'effacent: Sorrow and trouble have vanished without a trace.

Heureux heureux à en mourir happiness, this feeling of happiness will stay with me until death.

When he gently embraced me

Qu\u0027il me parle tout bas whispered to me

"Je vois la vie en rose" (I see a rosy life before my eyes...)

"La Vie en Rose" is the most famous masterpiece by Édith Piaf, a French "national treasure". Its French title, "La vie en rose", literally means "life in pink" or "life through a pink filter".

Edith Piaf's original title for the song was "Things in Pink" (les choses en rose), which Marianne Michel further modified to "La Vie en Rose" (Life in Rose). This song propelled Piaf to the status of a French chanson queen. She went from street singing to becoming one of France's most famous and beloved female singers, a household name known as "Little Lark." After her death, France held a state funeral for her and honored her as a "national symbol."

"La Vie en Rose" portrays the intense emotions of lovers and the incredible joy of immense happiness. At the time, the song brought hope to countless people ravaged by war and was even adopted as the French national anthem.

This song has had a wide influence and profound significance, and it is still sung around the world today. Many stars, including Li Xianglan, Danny Chan, Aoi Teshima, Lisa Ono, and Lady Gaga, have covered and adapted it. In 2014, Sophie Marceau and Liu Huan even performed it on the CCTV Spring Festival Gala.

"La Vie en Rose" has become a standard for many singers. In addition to its unique and compelling artistic perspective, the song also exudes a mysterious "fragrance," leading listeners into a yearning for and pursuit of a beautiful life. Its romantic melody depicts passion, life, and roses.

The moment the intro began, the audience was captivated. Li Zichun's loving voice made everyone feel surrounded by happiness. Even though many in the audience didn't understand the lyrics, the romantic, languid, passionate, and spiritual feeling conveyed in the song, mixed with the fragrance of roses in spring, filled the entire venue, leaving many completely mesmerized.

After the song ended and the last note faded, the audience fell silent, followed by enthusiastic applause. Many wealthy men and women looked at him with changed expressions. Even if they didn't understand the language of the song, they knew that someone who could sing with such feeling was a rare gem.

Lin Xuehua stepped forward to applaud, walked onto the stage, took the microphone, and said, "Thank you for the wonderful performance by Li Zichun and Zhao Qianfan. Happy times always pass too quickly. The first day of the live performance has come to an end. Please move to Qionghua Hall for lunch."

Li Zichun and Zhao Qianfan, as guests of the performance, were originally scheduled to dine elsewhere, but Lin Xuehua had extended a special invitation, which Li Zichun couldn't refuse. After all, the chef there knew exactly how to win over the palates of the big shots; who would turn down delicious food? Zhao Qianfan, wanting to stay and keep Zhao Jinmai company, decided not to go. Li Zichun nodded; it was just a door away anyway, and the food was the same, so going or not didn't really matter. Why should he go in and join in their business discussions?

Lin Xuehua was both annoyed and amused by the two men's dismissive attitude. Others had to pull strings to get into this dinner, and they were just so casually refusing. Didn't they even bother to expand their network?

Looking at the dazzling array of food, and then at the wealthy businesswomen across from him who were pretending to be reserved and elegant, Li Zichun wondered if he should join in the act. But then he thought, "Never mind, I'll just stay here."

After taking his first bite of the melt-in-your-mouth delicacy, his mouth watered and his appetite was whetted. He no longer cared about any messy table manners, exchanged a glance with Zhao Jinmai, and began to devour the food in a whirlwind.

Zhao Qianfan looked slightly embarrassed standing next to the two, covering her face and praying that no one would see her. But she had to deal with the other guests who were also participating in the show, and politely replied, "They didn't eat breakfast this morning and are a little hungry. Please don't mind."

Everyone understood and nodded with smiles, saying "It's nothing," but they also found it funny. How frugal must they be to not even have a decent meal?

After a hearty meal, Li Zichun and Zhao Jinmai exchanged a smile, clutching their stomachs as they said, "Little girl, the food was good, but be careful not to gain weight."

Zhao Jinmai also rubbed his stomach and said, "Likewise, I can't eat as much as you. This is the first time I've ever seen someone eat a whole bun in one bite."

Li Zichun chuckled and said, "Please excuse me, it's nothing, not worth mentioning."

After Li Zichun finished speaking, he got up and started moving around. He thought that if he ate here for a month, he would become a big fat man sooner or later, and then "Li Yuehe" would be completely unable to show her face in public. He had to find something to do. Zhao Jinmai also followed him around the hall. The two of them, one big and one small, ate their fill and wandered around, greeting and chatting with the musicians whenever they had a chance, thus getting to know them.

Just as he was having a lively conversation with a violinist, a waiter quickly came over to deliver a message. It turned out that Ms. Lin Xuehua wanted him to play a piano piece about flowers to entertain everyone, something a little soothing.

Oh wow, so that's why they insisted I go over there for dinner. Turns out they were waiting for me here. I thought it would be fine if I didn't go there to eat. They really treat men like animals. Money is hard to earn. I'll reluctantly play a song for the sake of the ten million residency fee.

Everyone around was stunned. Was it a live creation? And so difficult? Then they looked at Li Zichun, who seemed completely unconcerned and confident.

Zhao Jinmai said nonchalantly, "Boss, let them see how powerful you are."

Li Zichun patted his belly and said with a smile, "Alright, watch closely, and see how I, with my flying petals and leaves, dominate the battlefield."

Zhao Jinmai said with a grin, "I'll go open the lid of the zither for you."

Li Zichun chuckled: "Hehe, well done, you have some sense, unlike your father, who just stands there like a wooden stake and doesn't even know to drag a stool for me."

Zhao Jinmai fawned, "Yes, yes, he's not very useful anyway. Just think of me more often when you have songs to sing. I sing just as well as he does."

Li Zichun said with a smile, "Yes, yes, I will consider it carefully. Now let's see how I handle those rich people next door."

Zhao Jinmai, clenching her small fist, smiled and said, "Mmm, easy to handle, easy to handle."

Li Zichun laughed and said, "You're so clever. Let them see what the Dance of Flowers is all about."

After speaking, he gently stroked the black and white keys of the piano, and everyone gathered around to watch him display his extraordinary skill. Li Zichun closed his eyes, adjusted his breathing, and quickly went through the piece in his mind. A full minute later, he began to play "Flower Dance".

Flower Dance, literally translated as "Dance of Flowers," possesses a serene and natural aesthetic. This lyrical and beautiful instrumental piece is frequently used as background music for scenic area promotions, school announcements, and city promotions.

Li Zichun's well-defined hands danced across the piano keys, creating beautiful melodies that enveloped everyone in the room. Even the conversations of the wealthy patrons in the next hall ceased as they slowly approached, wine glasses in hand, to see who had produced such a brilliant performance. The surrounding musicians also discreetly parted to give the business tycoons space to appreciate the music.

Only Zhao Qianfan and Zhao Jinmai stood motionless beside him. Ha, what are you pretending for? You big shots are going to be sent away by us anyway.

The ethereal and beautiful piano music swirled and danced in the hall. The entire piece first established an elegant and mysterious tone through its gentle melody and slow rhythm, like a seed slowly sprouting and growing in the soil. The cheerful and bright tones of the main theme are like a flower bud just beginning to bloom, full of curiosity about the world, exuding its own unique fragrance and vitality. The contrast between high and low notes, the smooth and melodious lines of the melody, and the soothing and melodious flow convey the tranquil peace of a summer flower blooming alone, bringing a warm and gentle comfort and relaxation.

As the music ended, the bigwigs all put down their glasses and applauded. Li Zichun looked around at everyone and bowed in greeting.

Zhao Jinmai pulled Li Zichun and Zhao Qianfan's hands and shook them back and forth, saying, "Let's go see the flower sea, flower market and lantern exhibition after we've eaten. A hundred steps after a meal, live to ninety-nine!"

The two said "Excuse me" to the others and were then pulled away by her.

Zhao Jinmai yawned and said, "It's really troublesome when there are too many people. Let's go to the flower market. I want to drink peach blossom wine."

Li Zichun flicked her on the forehead: "What are you doing drinking fermented rice wine, little kid? Just drink your juice and grow up."

Zhao Qianfan gave him a helpless look, thinking, "Who told you to never grow up? You should hurry up and grow up."

Zhao Jinmai pouted and rolled her eyes at him. "There's no family among colleagues. I wish you a speedy heartbreak."

Just as she was thinking this, Li Zichun suddenly stopped. He seemed to have seen a familiar figure and ran straight over. Zhao Jinmai glanced at Zhao Qianfan's bewildered expression, and the two exchanged a look. Suddenly, they seemed to realize something and quickly followed.

Li Zichun looked around in the crowd, as if searching for something. He had clearly seen the figure just now; he would never mistake it. How could it have disappeared?

Zhao Qianfan and Zhao Jinmai quickly followed him, asking, "What's wrong? What are you looking for? Who did you see?"

Li Zichun looked around and, after confirming that the person he was looking for wasn't there, he relaxed. He figured he must be seeing things; how could she be here? He shook his head at Zhao Qianfan and said, "It's nothing, I guess I was just seeing things."

Zhao Jinmai said at the right moment, "Hmm, maybe you're seeing things. Let's go get some juice, it's your treat."

Li Zichun gently pinched her nose and said, "Okay, it's on me. You can drink as much as you want."

Zhao Qianfan smiled upon hearing this, then looked around. He already had some doubts, but he wanted to observe further before drawing any conclusions.

The three of them ran into Jin Dili, who was drinking kiwi juice at a stall. Zhao Jinmai quickly ran over and greeted her affectionately, "Mom, have you finished looking at the art exhibition?"

Jin Dili greeted the two of them and gestured for them to sit down.

The three of them each ordered a glass of juice and chatted casually. Given Jin Dili's family background, she naturally received an invitation from Lin Ruhai, but she was simply too lazy to attend the gathering. The two families had no business dealings, so it was enough for one person from her own family to show up.

Compared to the unrestrained and lively Zhao Qianfan, Zhao Jinmai sat obediently next to Jin Dili, her demeanor elegant and dignified, truly resembling a noble lady from a prominent family.

Li Zichun cursed inwardly, "What a shrewish girl who judges people based on their status."

The four sat facing each other, discussing their plans for the future.

Li Zichun and Zhao Qianfan will be performing here for a month. Zhao Jinmai will be going back to school after the New Year, so Jin Dili will naturally accompany her and also take care of opening a branch of her clothing brand.

The four of them sipped their juices, chatting and laughing, but each harbored their own secrets. Li Zichun's mind was still preoccupied with the fleeting image of the beautiful woman she had just seen; Zhao Qianfan was worried about whether Li Zichun's situation and decisions would pass the test; Zhao Jinmai was pondering how this Heavenly Tribulation would spare her, the chosen one; and Jin Dili was calculating the possibility of Li Zichun passing the test. Although she herself had a long lifespan, it wasn't good to keep dragging on without opening the Heavenly Gate.

PS: Data is from the internet.

"La Vie en rose" is a song performed by French singer Edith Piaf, with lyrics and music co-written by Edith Piaf and Louis Guglielmi. It was released as a single in 1947. In 1998, "La Vie en rose" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

"Flower Dance" is a song composed by DJ Okawari from Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, and is from the album "A Cup Of Coffee". It was created and released on September 29, 2010.