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Chapter 792 Madonna's Carpooling Show
On Monday, Liu Jin returned to Salerno.

Alizee and Eva weren't really making a scene; they just wanted to make Liu Jin feel bad.

It's been almost eight months, and my body feels heavy.

Various reactions occurred, and it was indeed uncomfortable.

They had to make Liu Jin feel bad, but business was business, and they wouldn't really hold a grudge against him.

If you were going to hold a grudge, you would have done so already!

Moreover, Liu Jin has been quite honest over the past year.

I lost contact with many people without them even noticing.

This also pleased Alizee and Eva.

……

After returning to Salerno, Liu Jin resumed his creative work.

It's the end of September now, and there are still three months left until the end of the year.

His remaining tasks are Angels and Demons and The Legend of 1900, which he aims to finish before Christmas. He is determined not to take on so many tasks next year.

A few days later, Liu Jin received a call from Madonna, who was flying from New York to Naples via Brussels.

It's mainly for convenient airport pickup.

She could have simply flown directly to Rome.

But Liu Jin felt it was a bit too far away, and some things were difficult to do.

How wonderful it would be to land in Naples!
The distance from Naples to Salerno is only 48 kilometers.

The time is just right—not too long, not too short—enough to get some things done.

Early Friday morning, Liu Jin and Jerome drove two cars to Naples.

Liu Jin was driving a Ferrari 250 GTO.

The other vehicle was a seven-seater Laurent Gulfstream, driven by Jerome.

Aunt Mai definitely couldn't have come alone; she must have brought her team.

She had given advance notice; her team was small, only five people in total… This was already considered a light trip. If she were to bring her entire team, even using all of Liu Jin's cars wouldn't be enough.

On his way to Naples, Liu Jin kept adjusting the camera positions in the car.

Shortly after arriving at Naples airport, he received a call from Madonna, so he and Jerome drove directly into the airport.

He had made prior arrangements through Marco, who in turn had communicated with the Mafia family on this side, so everything went smoothly.

Madonna is fifty-one this year, almost fifty-two.

But she still gives off a very graceful vibe.

This woman has a natural sex appeal, but now that Liu Jin has a daughter and there are two pregnant women in the house, she remains calm and composed.

Jerome was incredibly excited when he saw Madonna.

That's normal. At Jerome's age, he must have experienced Madonna's global popularity, so it's only natural that he would become her fan.

Madonna was traveling on a Gulfstream private jet.

It wasn't hers; it was borrowed.

Many people in America own private jets, and they are easy to buy, as long as you can afford to maintain them.

Given her status, borrowing a plane wouldn't be difficult for her.

But Liu Jin recognized the owner of the plane at a glance from its snow-camouflage paint.

Gulfstream G550, Michael Jordan's personal car.

Valued at $6100 million.

Madonna stepped off the plane and immediately spotted Liu Jin.

She opened her arms and stepped forward to hug Liu Jin. "Amos, it's been a long time."

"Siconi, long time no see!"

The two had met before in America.

After all, Liu Jin is so familiar with the entertainment industry that he inevitably attends various gatherings, so he has indeed met Madonna a few times.

However, it has indeed been a long time!

The last time we met was in 06.

He hasn't seen Madonna much since then.

Since 08, Liu Jin has rarely traveled to America, except for one trip this May to receive an award.

"I was really looking forward to meeting you today after receiving your call."

I heard you've been making some small games?

"Of course, I hope you enjoy yourself."

Madonna's manager, makeup artist, and bodyguards got into the Lorinser.

Liu Jin then invited Madonna into the car.

"Camera?"

Madonna saw the camera in the car and glanced at Liu Jin with a hint of confusion.

Liu Jin smiled slightly, started the car, and drove Madonna out of the airport.

He led the way, drove onto the highway, and then turned on the camera.

"From now on, the journey to Salerno is 58 kilometers."

"Siconi, I remember you're Italian, right?"

"Ha, of course."

"Let's start our conversation with Italy then."

The script for the show had already been handed to Madonna.

Madonna was also quite talkative, so she started chatting with Liu Jin.

From pursuing her dreams in New York to embarking on her musical journey, she recorded her first studio album in 1982, which brought her into the public eye.

However, the album titled "Madonna" did not receive a very good response.

Until her second album, "Like a Virgin," was released, and the song "Like a Virgin" topped the singles chart for six weeks, sweeping across the European and American music scene.

Liu Jin turned on the car stereo, and the accompaniment for "Like a Virgin" started playing in the car.

He opened the car roof, and in the glow of the setting sun, he sang loudly along with the music.

"I made it through the wilderness
Somehow I made it through
I don't know how I lost...
Until I found you
I was beaten
Incomplete
I'd been had, I was sad and blue
But you made me feel
Yeah, you made me feel
Shiny and new…

Madonna only knew that Liu Jin would interview her in the car, but she didn't expect Liu Jin to suddenly start singing.

When Liu Jin sang 'But you made me feel,' Madonna suddenly snapped out of it and couldn't help but giggle.

This is the most important song in her performing career.

Even now, she still sings this song at every concert; she knows it so well.

"Hoo, Like a virgin"
Touched for the very first time
Like a virgin
When your heart beats
Next to mine
Gonna give you all my love, boy"

When Liu Jin sang 'Shiny and new', she took over and sang along with the music.

Sunset, evening breeze.

Madonna's mood was exceptionally pleasant as she strolled along the Pozzoli coastline, enjoying the sea view and singing songs.

"From a professional point of view, Ciccone, your album is actually a bit rough and immature."

"Yes, but at that time, the entire American public was expecting a sexy and provocative female star to emerge after Marilyn Monroe."

Marilyn Monroe was America's most iconic star in the 1960s.

Liu Jin couldn't help but laugh and said, "I remember back then, your makeup and styling had a strong Marilyn Monroe influence..."

If it were someone else, they might feel uncomfortable because of this statement.

But Madonna didn't seem to care and nodded in agreement.

They continued their conversation, which led to another Madonna song.

Another song that is very important to her is Crazy For You.

This song earned Madonna her first Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female, marking her transition from a dance and disco singer to a mainstream artist.

Liu Jin then started playing the background music for the song.

This time, before Liu Jin could even start singing, Madonna took the lead and began to sing.

“Swaying room as the music starts
When the music starts, Strangers make the most of the dark.
Strangers form the majority of the shadows
Two by two their bodies become one
The two figures eventually merged into one.
I see you through the smokey air
I saw you through the hazy smoke.

Can''t you feel the weight of my stare
Can you feel the weight and solemnity of my gaze upon you?

You''re so close but still a world away
We are so close, yet separated by a world.

What I''m dying to say, is that
What I want to say most is
I'm crazy for you
I'm crazy about you.

She's starting to get into the zone!

Liu Jin didn't hold back either, and after Madonna finished singing, he continued, "Touch me once and you'll know it's true."
You'll know the moment you touch me.
I never wanted anyone like this
I don't want anyone else to feel this way.
It''s all brand new, you''ll feel it in my kiss
This is brand new, you'll feel it in my passionate kisses.

I''m crazy for you, crazy for you
I'm infatuated with you, I'm already infatuated with you.

......"

It must be admitted that Liu Jin's singing skills were very poor before his rebirth.

But after his rebirth, his voice got better and better, and as his body became stronger, his voice seemed to be constantly evolving as well.

When he first sang with Alizee in 01, Alizee called him 'tone-deaf'.

Last year, when Liu Jin was singing with Alizee in the Paris detention center, in Leslie's words, he "evolved".

Madonna was also very surprised.

She knew Liu Jin was an excellent songwriter, but she rarely heard him sing.

The main issue is that Liu Jin rarely sings. Apart from performing once for the Rebirth band at a New Year's Eve concert, he only appeared twice, once at the Paris Detention Center and once at Alizee's concert. Madonna thought Liu Jin had a good voice, but when she heard him sing her own songs, she realized that Liu Jin's singing skills were really good, even comparable to some professional singers.

This made her even more excited, and she took over Liu Jin's singing and continued to sing.

Unbeknownst to us, the car exited the highway and entered the Salerno coastal road.

Along the way, they sang five songs in a row: "True Blue", "La Isla Bonita", "Who's That Girl", "This Used to Be My Playground" and "Something to Remember".

Including the previous two songs, we've already performed seven songs along the way.

But Madonna showed no signs of fatigue, truly deserving of her title as the queen who can squat sixteen times in a row.

To be honest, when Liu Jin saw that video in his previous life, he was already over forty... He tried it, and ended up not being able to get out of bed for two weeks because he twisted his back... Madonna's sixteen squats were from her 2001 "Music" concert performance.

That year, she was 41!

That same year, Liu Jin wrote "The Old Man and the Sea".

They can't be compared!

I feel that there are almost no singers in China with this kind of expressiveness!
No wonder some say there are countless empresses, but only one empress...

Liu Jin's voice was already starting to give out, but Madonna still seemed to be in complete control and was still enjoying herself.

As they drove onto the Sunstone Mountain road, Madonna sang "Take a Bow" solo.

This is also Liu Jin's favorite song among Madonna's many songs, and it was released in 2006.

Eight songs, eight periods.

It may not be a complete collection, but each song represents a turning point in Madonna's life.

So much so that when Madonna began singing "Take a Bow," she choked up a little. It was as if her life journey, along with this song, had reached its end.

"No more masquerade, you're one lonely star
(One lonely star and you don't know who you are)
Say good-bye (bye bye), say good-bye
All the world is a stage (world is a stage)
And everyone has their part (has their part)
But how was I to know which way the story'd go
How was I to know you'd break
(You'd break, you'd break, you'd break)
You'd break my heart
I've always been in love with you
(I've always been in love with you)
Guess you've always known
You took my love for granted, why oh why
The show is over, say good-bye
Say good-bye (bye bye), say good-bye
Say good-bye…

The car drove into the villa gate and stopped in front of the villa.

Liu Jin handed a tissue to Madonna, who took it and wiped away her tears.

"Ladies and gentlemen, Madonna Ciccone's Salerno singing tour has come to an end."

Don't go away, there's more exciting stories to come!

Liu Jin waved at the camera lens, ending his journey.

"Take a Bow" is Madonna's 11th number-one single. There may be a 12th or 13th in the future, but it doesn't matter anymore.

From 1982 to 2009, his 27-year acting career felt like he was reliving it all.

Liu Jin helped Madonna out of the car.

Laurence stopped at the entrance, and her agent and makeup artists came over.

Liu Jin and Madonna sang all the way, and they listened from behind.

"Amos, a fantastic recording!"

Madonna's manager is Guy Oseary.

However, he was not Madonna's original manager; he signed with Madonna in 05.

Although he didn't accompany Madonna through her first 23 years, he never left her until 25 years later, before Liu Jin's rebirth.

Liu Jin nodded to him, then asked Madonna, "How are you feeling now?"

"How does it feel? Absolutely wonderful, but I need to have a drink first."

"Of course, the fine wine and delicious food are all ready!"

Liu Jin led Madonna into the villa and sat her down on the terrace.

It's already late September, and the temperature in southern Italy is starting to drop, but it's not too cold.

But the fireplace was lit.

The sea breeze blowing from the Tyrrhenian Sea was somewhat cool.

It was completely dark. Several sofas and a round table were set up on the terrace, laden with Southern Italian cuisine and drinks.

"The food here in Salerno is quite different from that in northern Italy."

Milanese cuisine, closer to French tastes, favors the use of firm, aged cheeses and butter, while southern Italy, being a coastal region, prefers olive oil and fresh cheeses…

Liu Jin introduced it to Madonna.

Meanwhile, the cameras on the terrace began operating silently.

By this time, Madonna's emotions had completely stabilized.

She poured herself a glass of red wine, curled up on the sofa, and chatted with Liu Jin about anything and everything.

They started talking about Michael Jackson.

Then we started talking about his songs...

Madonna also sang Michael Jackson's "We Are The World," and Liu Jin got up and went to the piano to accompany Madonna.

Then he played and sang Michael's Earth Song.

When Madonna sat down again, she became emotional.

She brought up the sexual harassment case involving Evan Chandler and Jody Chandler.

The case had already been settled; Michael was innocent. But the Chandler father and son stubbornly refused to admit it.

Michael eventually couldn't stand the endless harassment any longer, so he settled privately and paid two million dollars in compensation.

This also became a stain on Michael's reputation.

It wasn't until 2013, when Jody admitted that the accusations were false, that Michael was finally exonerated.

But now...

Madonna launched a tirade against Chandler and his son.

Liu Jin, however, believes that there must be someone secretly instigating the Chandler family.

Of course, Jody never admitted that anyone was behind it, but conspiracy theories point to Sony as the mastermind behind Chandler and his son.

Liu Jin and Madonna drank, chatted, and cursed the Chandler father and son.

In my memory...

I think Evan Chandler also died this year.

"Evan, you have wronged an innocent person. I curse you to die this year!"

"Does it really work?"

"who knows!"

Liu Jin laughed and said, "But I think Evan's death must be very important to Michael!"

"so……"

Madonna and Liu Jin simultaneously gave the middle finger to the camera, shouting, "Fuck Evan, fuck Jody, go to hell!"

After they finished their rant, Madonna and Liu Jin exchanged a glance and burst into laughter at the same time.

……

(End of this chapter)