The Journey to Godhood in Another World

Soon, the much-anticipated day of the competition arrived. On this day, sunlight shone through thin clouds onto the earth, and a gentle breeze carried a hint of coolness, as if adding a unique atmosphere to the upcoming musical feast.

The competition venue was beautifully and grandly decorated, with colorful lights intertwining to illuminate the entire stage. The audience seats were packed, their faces beaming with excitement and anticipation, waving glow sticks and occasionally erupting in cheers and chatter. Luo Li arrived early, wearing a simple white dress, her long hair cascading over her shoulders. A hint of nervousness and curiosity flickered in her eyes as she secretly wondered what kind of image and performance Lu Jinchen would deliver to amaze the audience.

Luo Li found a seat in the audience and quietly waited for the competition to begin. Her gaze occasionally swept towards the backstage area, her heart filled with anticipation. She didn't ask Lu Jinchen what her performance order was; she simply sat there, watching the contestants perform one by one, as if waiting for an unknown surprise.

First to appear was a boy with dyed red hair. He strode confidently onto the stage, the spotlight instantly focusing on him. He wore a black leather jacket paired with ripped jeans, looking very stylish. The audience erupted in cheers upon his entrance. The boy smiled confidently.

The music started, and he began his singing and dancing performance. However, his dance moves were weak and powerless, his breathing was unsteady, and he was panting heavily from time to time. Luo Li frowned slightly, thinking to herself, "This performance is too mediocre, completely lacking in appeal." But she still clapped politely.

Although Luo Li didn't appreciate the boy's performance, the cheers from the audience were still quite loud. She looked around and found that many audience members were fans of the boy, holding up signs with his name on them and shouting his name loudly. Luo Li shook her head, thinking, "It seems popularity really is important. Even if the performance isn't great, it can still elicit such loud cheers."

The second person to appear was a young woman. She wore a light blue dress, her long hair flowing over her shoulders, and exuded elegance. She walked quietly onto the stage with a gentle smile on her face. The audience fell silent upon her entrance, seemingly captivated by her presence.

The girl began to sing a folk song. Her voice was clear and beautiful, like a mountain spring flowing into people's hearts. She closed her eyes, immersed in her own singing, as if the whole world consisted only of her and her music. Luo Li listened quietly, and couldn't help but admire, "This girl's singing skills are quite good; her voice is very infectious."

However, the audience didn't seem to appreciate her performance. Apart from a few genuine folk music enthusiasts who listened quietly, most remained indifferent. There was hardly any enthusiastic cheering. Luo Li felt a pang of regret, thinking, "Such beautiful singing, why don't people know how to appreciate it? Perhaps people nowadays prefer more exciting and lively performances."

Luo Li's feelings were complicated. She felt sorry for the girl, but also looked forward to the upcoming performance. She didn't know when Lu Jinchen would appear, and her heart was filled with nervousness. She kept shifting in her seat, her hands clasped tightly together, her eyes fixed on the stage.

Just then, a commotion arose backstage. Luo Li's heart tightened; she knew Lu Jinchen was about to appear. Her eyes were fixed on the backstage exit, her heart filled with anticipation.

Lu Jinchen finally appeared on stage. He wore a white shirt and black trousers, looking very handsome. His hair was slightly disheveled, and his eyes revealed a hint of determination and confidence. As soon as he appeared, applause and screams erupted from the audience. The audience members stood up, waving their glow sticks and shouting his name.

The moment Luo Li saw Lu Jinchen, her heart was filled with surprise and emotion. A slight smile appeared on her lips. She thought to herself, "He's so handsome! He's sure to give everyone a wonderful performance."

As the intro began, the audience gradually quieted down. The stage lights dimmed, leaving only a spotlight shining on Lu Jinchen. He closed his eyes slightly, took a deep breath, and then slowly opened them to begin singing.

I'm sad

Singer: Lu Jinchen

Lyrics by: Liuli Yue

Composer: Liuli Yue

That year, I remained silent and had no choice but to leave.

The innocent smile is no longer captivating.

You're afraid of the outcome, so you desperately try to hurt others.

Saying I'm blocking your bright future,

You absolutely do not want me to wait.

I will silently let you go.

Now you've returned injured.

How can I accept this arrangement?

Lu Jinchen's voice was deep and magnetic, as if telling a moving story. Every note he sang was filled with emotion, drawing the listener in completely.

Luo Li listened quietly to Lu Jinchen's singing, her heart filled with emotion. She seemed to see a sad story unfolding before her eyes: a couple separated for various reasons, their hearts filled with pain and helplessness. Her eyes welled up, and tears streamed down her cheeks. She gently wiped away her tears, secretly praising, "His singing is so beautiful; it's impossible not to be immersed in it."

The audience was completely captivated by Lu Jinchen's singing. Some listened quietly, tears welling in their eyes; others swayed gently to the rhythm, as if feeling the emotions in the song. A bittersweet atmosphere permeated the entire venue.

What saddens me is giving up on you and giving up on love.

The dream I gave up on was shattered, and I had to bear the sorrow.

I thought it was an act of fulfillment.

But you said you were even more unhappy.

What saddens me is that I've forgotten you and forgotten love.

Try your best to forget that we truly loved each other.

But I forgot to tell you,

What's lost can never be regained.

......"

Lu Jinchen's singing grew more and more passionate, and his emotions became increasingly intense. He seemed to be telling everyone about his pain and helplessness, which moved everyone present.

As the song reached its climax, Lu Jinchen's voice, like a surging wave, resonated deeply with everyone present. The audience could no longer contain themselves; they stood up and shouted Lu Jinchen's name. Their faces were filled with emotion and excitement, as if they had been completely captivated by his singing.

Luo Li also stood up and waved her glow stick vigorously. Her heart was filled with pride and honor; she was proud of Lu Jinchen, and proud of his talent and courage.

As the song drew to a close, Lu Jinchen's voice softened. He gazed at the audience with deep emotion, as if telling them his own story. Finally, he bowed slightly and slowly walked off the stage.

The audience erupted in enthusiastic applause and cheers. They surged towards the stage, eager to get a closer look at Lu Jinchen. Luo Li was also caught up in the excitement; she stood up, intending to go backstage to find Lu Jinchen.

Just then, a staff member walked over and said to Luo Li, "Are you Luo Li? Lu Jinchen asked me to take you backstage." Luo Li was overjoyed and quickly followed the staff member backstage.

Backstage was a flurry of activity, with contestants and staff busily preparing for the next performance. Led by a staff member, Luo Li arrived at Lu Jinchen's dressing room. She gently pushed open the door and saw Lu Jinchen sitting in front of the mirror, a faint smile on his face.

"You sang so well!" Luo Li said excitedly.

Lu Jinchen turned around, looked at Luo Li, and his eyes sparkled with tenderness. "Thank you for your compliment," he said.

Luo Li walked to Lu Jinchen's side and gently took his hand. "Your singing is truly captivating; it made me feel the real charm of music."

Lu Jinchen looked at Luo Li, his heart filled with emotion. He knew that his efforts had not been in vain; his singing could touch others, and this was his greatest happiness.

"I will work harder in the future to bring you more and better works," said Lu Jinchen.

Luo Li nodded and said, "I believe you can do it."

They smiled at each other, their hearts filled with warmth and happiness. They knew this competition was just a new beginning, and there was a long road ahead. But they believed that as long as they supported each other, they would surely achieve their dreams.

PS: I'm Sad (Original Singer: 5566; Lyricist: Chen Xinrong; Composer: Zhou Chuanxiong)