This celebrity is absolutely wicked.

Chapter 150 I Love You, China, My Beloved Mother

Zhou Hao spoke with righteous indignation and stern words.

He's quite laid-back about his career in the music industry now, and he only appears on variety shows when the opportunity arises.

Songs that follow the natural course of events hold a great attraction for him.

But if it means taking advantage of someone else, he'd rather not do it.

His status doesn't make a difference if he doesn't sing one or two songs.

Bai Yiyi also said seriously, "My attitude is the same as Teacher Zhou Hao's. If you don't sing, I will definitely not sing."

Li Haorui, who was standing to the side, hesitated for a moment, but then said, "Me too."

Lu Ran was speechless.

Why is everyone suddenly being so deferential?
I truly mean it!

I really don't want to sing!
Feng Kang patted Lu Ran on the shoulder: "Lu Ran, I have to say a few words to you. You have no flaws, but you are too kind-hearted. Teacher Shunqi Ziran gave you the song because he appreciates you as a person. He must want you to sing this song. You can't do something that will betray Teacher Shunqi Ziran just because you are kind."

Lu Ran remained silent.

He didn't know what to say.

People even praised him.

Zhou Hao and the other two were adamant in their stance and could not be persuaded.

Feng Kang released his hand and slowly said, "I am the director, I will make the arrangements. Lu Ran's original intention was to involve the children as well. I think we should just have a big chorus, where everyone can share the lyrics and sing together."

At this point, Feng Kang asked, "What's the name of the song that Teacher Shunqizizi wrote?"

Lu Ran: "I love you, China."

Zhou Hao and the other two widened their eyes in surprise.

Goodness, thank goodness they didn't agree to Lu Ran's proposal.

If they were to take the lead on singing this type of song from Lu Ran, they would never be able to hold their heads high in the industry again.

A veteran singer snatched the love away from a rising star.

This is a disservice to the song!

As soon as Feng Kang heard the song title, he felt confident that he had won.

Your National Day gala features "Ode to Young China," and I have "I Love You, China." Neither of us is inferior to the other.

"As expected of someone who goes with the flow, their actions are truly exceptional."

Feng Kang said, "Then it's settled. Let's go find Principal Sun now and select the children to participate in the choir."

Ideally, all children would participate.

However, the children have different personalities and their singing abilities vary.

With limited time available, we'll prioritize those who can sing and those who are willing to participate.

The group found Sun Shengqiang.

Upon hearing that the song was called "I Love You, China," Sun Shengqiang immediately said, "Okay, I'll arrange it right now."

After he finished speaking, he paused and said, "This school, the equipment here, everything you can see in this school comes from the support of the country and social donations. These children are very grateful. Singing songs like this is something that children should do."

Lu Ran and the others simply listened without saying a word.

Afterwards, Sun Shengqiang led everyone to start selecting people.

The first class chosen was the one taught by Lu Ran; this was Lu Ran's idea.

Sun Shengqiang asked in the classroom who wanted to participate, and almost everyone in the classroom raised their hands.

The students' thinking was simple: if they practiced singing, they wouldn't have to attend classes.

However, whether or not one can participate depends on how well they sing.

This will be left to Lu Ran and his team to select.

After selecting all the students, Lu Ran printed out the sheet music files and gave them to Zhou Hao and the others.

The students all live on campus.

After lunch, Lu Ran led the students to the music classroom.

The piano is placed in the music room, which is relatively larger.

The group rehearsed "I Love You, China" here.

The production crew was also recording the filming and rehearsal process.

Feng Kang watched the whole thing.

After rehearsals ended and he returned to his dormitory that night, Feng Kang lay on his bed, too excited to sleep.

He couldn't wait to edit this episode out and upload it immediately so that viewers could see it as soon as possible.

A group of primary school students sang "I Love You, China" in their children's voices, and with Lu Ran's piano playing, the whole song had a wonderful artistic conception.

The next day, Lu Ran and the others continued to rehearse their performance whenever they had a spare moment.

Meanwhile, the production team was also busy preparing the stage and inviting audience members.

After all, four singers came, so it's impossible to just have a small stage and call it a day.

There is a scenic area near the mountain where Yangguang Primary School is located. The area is spacious and has a large flow of people.

After three days of rehearsals, the children had basically mastered the song "I Love You, China".

Besides this song, each of Lu Ran and the others will also sing an old song.

Local ethnic minorities also prepare their own special programs to perform.

On the fourth day at noon, after lunch, everyone set off for the location of the stage.

An open space within the scenic area has been transformed into an outdoor stage, complete with a sign that reads "We Are Walking on the Road".

Tourists passing by curiously examined the exhibits, some asking questions of the景区 staff, while others stopped to watch.

At this moment, cars drove in and stopped on the road not far away.

Lu Ran and the others got out of the car.

The audience quickly looked over.

"Who is this handsome guy? He looks familiar. Is he a celebrity?"

In a couple, the girl tugged at the boy's arm.

The boy scoffed, "What celebrity? He's not even as handsome as me."

The girl suddenly remembered something and exclaimed in surprise, "He looks like Lu Ran!"

Immediately, the boy next to him looked in surprise in Lu Ran's direction, then screamed, "Lu Ran! Lu Ran!"

As soon as he let out that shout, the attention of a large crowd was drawn. Lu Ran's name was now quite famous among young people.

"It really seems to be Lu Ran."

"Are you recording a TV show?"

"My God, Director Lu, why didn't you give us a heads-up before coming to inspect the work?!"

Amidst everyone's confusion, a staff member walked to the center of the stage.

A staff member picked up the microphone and said, "Hello everyone, this is the CCTV 'We Are Walking on the Road' program team."

After explaining the situation, the staff member continued, "We have four guests here today."

The staff called out names one by one, and each time a name was called, a group of people cheered.

Zhou Hao and Bai Yiyi are names that everyone is familiar with.

Bai Yi's song "Come Home Often" has become a nightmare for many people who are away from home.

I don't dare listen to this song at all.

I cry every time I hear it.

The cheers grew even louder when Lu Ran was mentioned.

The atmosphere became somewhat subdued after Li Haorui's name was mentioned.

Most people don't know Li Haorui at all.

After reading out the guests' names, the staff member smiled and said, "If you want to watch the show, please take your seats in an orderly manner."

Chairs were placed in front of the stage so that everyone could sit and watch.

Before long, all the seats were filled.

No one expected that they would get to see a singer's performance while traveling.

Later, many people stood around watching the show.

Amidst the audience's anticipation, Zhou Hao was the first to step onto the stage.

Then, the staff announced the program, and everyone went on stage one after another.

The second-to-last performance was by children from Sunshine Primary School, who sang local folk songs.

After singing the song, the children did not leave the stage; they remained standing there.

At this moment, Lu Ran and the others walked onto the stage.

Lu Ran walked to the piano by the stage and slowly sat down.

Zhou Hao, Bai Yiyi, and Li Haorui also came to the stage, but everyone gave the center position to the children.

The audience members below the stage looked puzzled.

What song are they going to sing?

"It looks like a large chorus."

"Lu Ran can play the piano? This is the first time I've ever seen Lu Ran play the piano!"

Lu Ran picked up the microphone and turned to look at the audience.

"The last song is dedicated to our motherland. The title of this song is 'I Love You, China'."

After speaking, Lu Ran returned the microphone to the microphone stand.

His hands landed on the piano, and with a flick of his fingers, music began to play.

On stage, the children, dressed in matching ethnic minority costumes, stared with their bright, clear eyes.

The voices of children could only be heard.

Whenever I feel pain, I want you to hold me tight~

"Just like you've always done, touch my soul~"

As the singing began, all the surrounding noise disappeared.

The song seemed to possess some kind of magic, calming everyone's emotions.

Sometimes I feel lonely and helpless, like a pebble rolling down a hillside.

"But whenever I think of your name, I always regain my confidence."

The song, sung by a child, sounded like a child singing to their mother.

This is precisely why Lu Ran had the children sing.

This is also a song sung by the Chinese people to their motherland.

The chorus of the song begins.

"I love you, China, my beloved mother~"

"I shed tears for you, and I'm also proud of you~"

In the audience, some of the more emotional viewers had already begun to silently wipe away their tears.

"I'm speechless. I should have left after listening to the previous song. Why did I have to listen to this one?"

"I knew it. When a group of people go on stage to sing, it's either to get them hyped up or to bring them to tears."

"The children sang so well."

After the chorus ended, Zhou Hao and the others started singing.

Finally, it was Lu Ran's turn.

Lu Ran played the piano and sang at the same time.

I hope you understand how much you mean to me.

"No matter when or where, you are like my life."

"I love you, China, my beloved mother~"

"I shed tears for you, and I'm also proud of you~"

As Lu Ran began to sing, everyone joined in and sang along.

On this stage nestled amidst green hills and clear waters, children and adults alike sing the same song.

Let's sing this song together, a song dedicated to our motherland.

This is a motherland that will never abandon anyone.

This is a motherland that brings electricity to every home, builds bridges over insurmountable mountains, and ensures that every child can afford to go to school.

"I shed tears for you, and I'm also proud of you~"

(End of this chapter)