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Chapter 182 Official Stamp: High-Quality Idol - Ikeno

Live from "Singer".

Ikeno didn't give many interviews this time because everything was in the lyrics. He felt there was nothing else to say, and after simply answering a few questions from the host, he left and went backstage.

Off the court.

Many viewers are still savoring the experience, some with excited emotions, others with complex and indescribable feelings.

But one thing no one questioned was the song's "cultural confidence."

Yes, that's it. Under the full-throttle version of "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" by Ikeno Live, the so-called cultural confidence... is simply beyond question.

With a history spanning five thousand years, if this doesn't count as cultural confidence, then what does?
To be honest, the song "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" is not as simple and crude as typical "red songs" that make young listeners feel so "awkward". This song perfectly blends pop music elements on the basis of Chinese style, and is similar to "Full Power".

But there are differences.

"Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" is more grand and majestic, while "Full Power" is more personal.

There is no superiority or inferiority between the two; it's simply a matter of suitability.

But everyone has to admit one thing—Ikeno's creative talent is so strong that it's practically a miracle in the current Chinese entertainment industry.

A song tells a story, a tale of a nation's rise and fall. The lyrics are not deliberately piling up, yet every word reveals a cultural and musical foundation that other popular young artists can hardly match.

Is "火力池野" a derogatory term? Or is it just a meme?

Is all Ikeno does is criticize Chinese style?

Perhaps that was true before "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" came out, but after it came out...

Liu Xiaoxiao was reluctant to admit that she had actually empathized with Chi Ye's song to the point of having tears in her eyes.

This has nothing to do with who I'm a fan of; it's just that every line of the lyrics to "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" touches my heart.

The story is so poignant I can hardly bear to listen… It almost instantly evokes the helplessness of the late Qing Dynasty, and the resurgence of the nation's destiny.

The Forbidden City and Shenwu Gate.

A person observes propriety, and a mind remains tranquil; the melodious sound of the guqin evokes the heart of a gentleman.

Liu Xiaoxiao believes that no native Chinese person would be unmoved by these lyrics. So, is this what cultural confidence is?

She thought so; she wondered if she had been wrong before.

Even if you find it difficult to talk about, please don't arbitrarily mock others' "cultural confidence".

That would seem narrow-minded. Decades later, when you look back at yourself now, you'll laugh at how ignorant you were.

She glanced at the little girl next to her, whose reaction was even stronger than hers, and couldn't help but ask out of curiosity, "Don't you hate Ikeno?"

"Yes, I hate Ikeno, but I love my country and I am proud of our culture."

"..."

……

After hearing this song, will you still dislike Ikeno?

At the same time, Lin Yuan was at home and posted a question in a large group chat where people usually joked about "Firepower Pool Wild"—a group of boys who didn't follow celebrities and usually liked to drive and use internet memes.

There was a two-second silence in the group before someone replied:
[I guess you won't dislike it anymore.]

[His singing is amazing, his talent is amazing.]

Even if he's deliberately trying to gain popularity by writing songs like this, I'll accept it.

[I suggest everyone else who wants to gain traffic should learn from Chi Ye; I'll take credit for every one they learn.]

I hadn't realized it before, but Ikeno is actually fucking handsome; he's about three-tenths as good-looking as I was back in my day.

Where's your face?

[If I were a young girl, I'd like Chi Ye too. This guy's got a succubus aura right now; I saw Shi Jinwei's eyes practically popping out of her head backstage... Waaaaah, has my goddess fallen for him?]

[If Chi Ye dares to steal Weiwei, I will forever hate him for stealing my wife!]

The conversation quickly went off-topic because, compared to girls, boys tend to be more rational. Good is good, bad is bad. If they like Shi Jinwei's big personality, they just like her, without any pretense!
Lin Yuan didn't care. He just smiled as he looked at the messages in the group chat, feeling that Chi Ye's performance this time was very successful.

Ok…

But was Shi Jinwei's gaze really fixed on him just now?

No way! He likes Shi Jinwei too, he's a fan of Shi Jinwei's body!
Ikeno, you better not mess around, or I'll turn from a fan to a hater and unfollow you!
……

Sister Pliers' gaze was indeed fixed, physically fixed.

Because when she saw Ikeno return backstage, he didn't act arrogant or put on airs. He just quietly sat back down in his seat, his body relaxed, and he had an indescribable...coolness.

No, you sang such a song and made such a commotion, aren't you nervous at all?

Not nervous, not excited, just happy?

Shi Jinwei realized that she couldn't quite understand Chi Ye anymore.

This was different from the Ikeno she remembered. In her memory, Ikeno was someone who could turn around and smile on the night of screaming, and who could raise his eyebrows at her triumphantly after pulling off all the "schemes" on "The Voice of China".

but now…

Shi Jinwei thought Chi Ye was really handsome... She realized that she might be a bit of a fan of strength. She believed that she was not attracted to Chi Ye's face, but rather to his talent.

I'll say it again, how could someone write such amazing lyrics?
"Pliers, pliers?"

Shi Jin snapped out of her daze, her sapphire blue eyes showing a hint of panic: "Huh? What? Tell me."

Chiye: "?"

Why aren't you angry this time when I called it pliers?
He paused, then tentatively asked, "Can I be your favorite character?"

Shi Jinwei: "Don't even think about it."

Chiye: "..."

Okay, that's normal now.

He glanced at the camera and got back to the point: "You let me take the lead role, and I'll ask you to sing a few OSTs later."

Sister Pliers: “?”

Her eyes flickered; she wanted to ask, but then felt she couldn't appear too pushy, so she finally said haughtily, "Alright, I'll think about it."

“Okay.” Chi Ye nodded, then turned to Teacher Shi and said, “You have to sing too.”

This is not a test, it is a direct command.

Teacher Shi nodded: "Okay."

Shi Jinwei: "..."

Something feels off... Wait, did he give "my" work to Stevie?!

Thinking about this, Pliers got a little anxious, mainly because Diffie agreed too readily, making it seem like she was deliberately putting on airs.

Although she was definitely putting on airs on purpose...

Could it be that he likes "obedience"? No, Jin Xia doesn't seem that obedient... in fact, the exact opposite... could it be that he's become psychologically abnormal because he "suffered too much" from Jin Xia, and now he likes other women to be the same way he is in front of Jin Xia?

The more Pincer Sister thought about it, the clearer it became. In the end, her gaze towards Ikeno became strange and "distancing".

No, no, I still need to stay away from him. This guy's behavior is a bit twisted.

Ikeno had no idea that in just a few seconds, Sister Pliers' image of herself had gone through countless twists and turns, changing countless times before finally settling on "perverted".

The reason he chose Sister Pliers was because several OSTs for "The Boss" were looking for singers, and Chi Ye, who always prefers to find popular singers rather than obscure ones, naturally gave priority to Golden Eagle Goddess Sister Pliers.

As for Teacher Shi, he's family, so of course we should consider him even more.

In addition, after "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales", he will see the public reaction. If the goal is achieved, he will have to prepare to temporarily leave, or even withdraw from "Singer", to focus on the promotion of the album and "My Love from the Star".

Judging from the reaction at the scene, it shouldn't be too bad, right?

……

"Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" is a hit.

But it was different from what everyone imagined.

The popularity of "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" was not a "bottom-up" phenomenon like "Full Power". Although, right after "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" ended, related hashtags such as #ChiyeTalent# #SoThat'sHowFullPower# #Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales# #ChineseCulture# had already soared to the top of the trending search list.

Western supporters were stunned for the second time. Ordinary passersby heard a genuine shout of "Holy crap, awesome!" but had no time to react.

Xinhua Daily has already reposted the "Singer" program team's "instant" edit of Chi Ye's live performance of "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales," with the caption:

[#Ikeno's "Dragon Scales of Heaven and Earth" resonates with the powerful voice of Chinese culture.]

In today's world of diverse cultural collisions and fusion, singer Chi Ye's original work "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" draws upon classical allusions, showcasing the profound depth of Chinese culture. The song brings to life the grandeur of the capital's central axis and the mystery of the Nine-Dragon Wall tiles through Chi Ye's vocals, transporting listeners to the flow of history and allowing them to witness the rise and fall of the Chinese nation.

@People's News:

[#Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales: Using song as a brush, painting a long scroll of Chinese culture.]

The fusion of traditional Chinese instruments—the Chinese drum, the guqin, and the pipa—with modern musical elements allows ancient cultural symbols to shine brightly in the melodies of the new era.

The lyrics of "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" use the Forbidden City as a starting point, employing a stirring melody and poetic lyrics to unfold the indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation, which has endured countless trials and tribulations, like a scroll painting. The dragon, as a core symbol of Chinese civilization...

@CCTVNews:

[#TheDragonScalesOfHeavenAndEarth: Let Chinese Culture Resonate in People's Hearts]

The breathtaking melody is like an echo of history, rolling in from the depths of time; the poignant lyrics are like the boundless bloodline of the nation, conveying the indomitable spirit of the descendants of the dragon through centuries of trials and tribulations.

[A song, more than just a song, tells a grand story about the rise and rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, transforming every note into an ambassador for spreading Chinese culture, conveying the wisdom and strength of the East on the global stage, and letting the world hear the powerful voice of Chinese culture.]

【…】

Many official media outlets and influential figures with millions of followers quickly released different but identical copywriting materials as the popularity of "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales" soared—to let Chinese culture "sound" into people's hearts!

In other words, the authorities have begun to intervene and, as planned, are "forcibly" ending this sensitive controversy.

But the current situation is slightly different from what I "expected"... well... quite different.

Originally, the official team never intended to include Ikeno and Tenchi Ryurin, but... who would have thought that Ikeno would actually be so awesome and create "Tenchi Ryurin"? Since that's the case, might as well use it.

So, Ikeno has "caught" a ride on this wave.

But everyone knows that even if you've hitched a ride on someone else's coattails, the fact that your name appears already represents some degree of affirmation, or even praise.

As for Ikeno himself, the biggest difference is that if things had developed according to the normal trajectory, he would still be ridiculed and criticized, and the popularity would backfire, but now…

He made a comeback in the final stretch of the competition.

While we can't let everyone judge him based on a single song, at least "Firepower Pond Wild" has changed from a derogatory term to a compliment.

—Ikeno is not a "Wolf Warrior," he is a "high-quality idol."

Since the advent of the traffic-driven era, the Chinese entertainment industry has never seen such high-quality idols.

This is the official reward given to Chi Ye, and it is also everyone's impression of Chi Ye after "Heaven and Earth Dragon Scales".

From a struggling artist to a popular singer, then to a top-tier idol, and finally a Golden Eagle Award winner, he has weathered countless controversies and ultimately earned the label of "high-quality idol."

In a short period of time, Ikeno gained unimaginable resources, and his status rose like a rocket.

The reactions of various young actors, companies, and even the three major platforms to this scene are complex. Many are envious, jealous, and resentful, while those who have a vague premonition that Chi Ye is going to come up and steal the spotlight are more "afraid" than ever before.

—Given Ikeno's face and his current momentum, it's hard for them not to be afraid.

Why did Rise collectively target Ikeno in the past?

After Chi Ye won the Golden Eagle Male God award, why did the well-known young actors and popular celebrities in the industry so tacitly try to suppress his popularity?
Even though Peng Chen was severely evaded, his worst condition was not even one-tenth as severe as Chi Ye's!
Why is that?
Is he really that hated?

Yes, but definitely not entirely.

The main reason, which is also the most straightforward reason in the entertainment industry, is that he is too damn good-looking. To put it bluntly, even Yu Yan, who is a top star by a wide margin, doesn't have the same authority as Chi Ye's face.

With a face like that, isn't it enough to scare all your competitors?

Peng Chen is now very "afraid".

"The captain is back."

Seeing the overwhelming trending topics and keywords, and the official endorsement from the blue V, Chi Ye, who had almost perfectly escaped from the originally complicated, muddy, and sensitive vortex and reaped the benefits, felt dizzy and disoriented.

My body, which had just begun to recover, started gurgling again.

— Only half a month has passed since the last time such a "grand occasion" occurred!

Here we go again?!
"Are you OK?"

His manager, who had rushed back to take care of him, twitched and covered his nose in advance.

Peng Chen: “?”

You can insult me, but you can't insult my stomach!

"...Does your stomach even need to be insulted?"

Peng Chen: “…”

"He won't just step on your head, will he?"

The agent, frowning, said, "He doesn't have any film or television works, and he's just riding this wave again. This popularity won't last."

"Don't you understand yet?"

Peng Chen looked at his agent: "He must have been prepared. Look at how he drained Ji Heming and Hua Yichen this time. Hua Yichen, a former top star in the music industry, is almost crushed by him now. Ji Heming is a little better off, but do you know if he has any backup plans?"

The agent was stunned.

"Me, the team leader..."

Peng Chen's gaze was unfocused: "Ever since leaving Yue Na, he's like a completely different person. Every step he takes seems aggressive, but looking back, you realize it's damn fast, accurate, ruthless, and steady..."

"I'm not worried about anything else right now, I'm just worried that at this rate, it won't be long before he starts taking advantage of me..."

"No, I have to keep working hard. I swore when I left Rise that I would never again be his supporting role in this lifetime!"

(End of this chapter)