Entertainment: The microphones are here, why is everyone so silent?

Jiang Mengting nodded, then shook her head and said, "President Zhang had already planned this."

"This variety show is not low-brow; it's not something just any Tom, Dick, or Harry can come and piggyback on."

"The guests will be carefully selected. They are either powerful and reputable singers, or... like Ma Yuanbo, who have a 'story'."

She emphasized the word "story".

"In short, the first nail has been driven in, and that nail is Ma Yuanbo. This variety show can not only keep Ye Chen's popularity at new highs and build up momentum for the concert, but also... clean house and teach some people what respect is."

She looked at Ye Chen, her tone carrying a hint of inquiry and expectation:

"Ye Chen, what do you think? Should we accept this 'additional condition'? Should we give them this stage? If you're not willing, we can let him take back a few hundred million."

When asked the question, Ye Chen seemed to snap out of his thoughts.

He looked up, his face showing no excitement, but rather calmly said:

"Answer it! Why aren't you answering?"

"The stage has always been there; whoever has the talent can take it and sing."

"This will also allow everyone to see clearly..."

"Some songs, just because you're given the lyrics and melody, don't mean you can just enjoy them."

His tone was calm.

But for some reason, Murong Fufu felt an invisible pressure spreading out.

……

a few days later.

China Tourism Day has finally arrived.

At Ye Chen's suggestion, Xu Hong launched "Chengdu" on time.

Once it officially launched, its ranking skyrocketed like a rocket!

Chengdu, which had already become a hit because of this promotional song, was once again trending.

Chengdu has become a sensation in the cultural tourism industry thanks to the movie "Chengdu"!

Despite their own promotion efforts, the tourism industry has exceeded its projected targets.

But no one would complain about having more tourists!

At this moment, Chengdu's cultural and tourism industry must be overjoyed.

The kind of person who would wake up laughing even after taking a nap!

But other cultural and tourism businesses are getting really anxious!

Originally, everyone just posted videos of tourist attractions every day to get likes and views.

What's going on in Chengdu?!

Why are they going to pull this stunt? They even got Ye Chen to write a blockbuster song about tourism!

It's only May, and you've already dropped a nuclear bomb! Who's going to fight Chengdu?!

Seeing the ever-increasing popularity of "Chengdu" and the various lifestyle and travel photos under the Chengdu topic, they were extremely envious and jealous!

It's only May 20th; there's still Children's Day and summer vacation to come.

And so... a magical scene unfolded.

Under the official Tinghuadao account and Ye Chen's homepage.

A wave of messages from cultural and tourism institutions across the country appeared, each one filled with helplessness: "[Hungry, hungry...]"

In fact, later cultural tourism companies, in order to become the next "Chengdu" as quickly as possible, directly "fought" with the earlier ones.

The comments section was a chaotic mess.

The official accounts of the cultural and tourism sector are filled with "hug" emojis.

But netizens who frequently surf the internet will immediately understand that it was "a chokehold, not a hug"!

Even a certain cultural and tourism company has been urging Hou Junchuan to come.

According to the local cultural and tourism authorities, Hou Junchuan is their only remaining connection on Tinghua Island.

Hou Junchuan was stunned when he heard this!

Others use cultural tourism as a way to make memes and increase the exposure and popularity of their own cities.

Our Annam is just a small place, why are you taking it so seriously?

……

the other side.

Director Shen originally wanted to create a song with a traditional Chinese style and a theme about Beijing!

Now, we see "Chengdu" achieving renewed success and becoming a huge hit.

I took advantage of the work break.

He managed to secure a city travel opportunity through his superiors.

He finally seized this opportunity.

They arrived at Tinghua Island and met Ye Chen.

"Comrade Ye Chen, we were very satisfied with the song you wrote last time. But our bureau wants a song that is truly representative of Beijing and something we can be proud of."

Shen Yan explained his purpose.

Ye Chen's eyes darted around.

Now, he has many things he wants to do.

Besides tricking Menglong Ge into coming to Tinghua Island.

He still needs two suitable foreigners to recreate the accompaniment from "In the Name of the Father".

And there's also his beloved children's choir.

With that in mind, Ye Chen finally decided to take this opportunity to squeeze money out of Director Shen.

"Director Shen, this song is easy to write. It'll be just as good as 'The Voice of Ceasefire'. But I have a few things I'd like to ask for your help with."

"What is it?" Shen Yan looked at him warily.

Ye Chen personally poured Director Shen a cup of tea: "Director Shen, what do you think of the effect if I were to turn Mr. Liang Qichao's 'A Young China' into a song before the college entrance examination?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Yan's eyes widened immediately.

A slight look of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he quickly forced himself to regain his composure.

Ye Chen did not directly state what he wanted to do.

But they promised him a rosy picture.

Shen Yan wasn't stupid, but he seemed to understand Ye Chen's intentions!

Reinterpreting Liang Qichao's "A Young China" before the college entrance examination is of profound significance!

Especially when the three keywords of the National College Entrance Examination (Gaokao), Liang Qichao, and "A Young China" are put together, they are of extraordinary significance!

Although he didn't hear the actual song, he had a general idea based on Ye Chen's songwriting abilities.

This kind of song will definitely inspire teenagers who are about to take the college entrance examination.

"You should state your conditions first." In the end, Shen Yan remained quite clear-headed.

Seeing this, Ye Chen stopped trying to be clever.

He stated his needs clearly and directly.

"Director Shen, first of all, I need a children's choir to perform 'Ode to Young China'."

"Then I hope you can come up with a way to get Brother Menglong to come to our Obedience Island."

"As for the last one, I need two Western singers. If that doesn't work, it's not really that important."

Compared to the first two, especially the second requirement, the last requirement is really not that important.

But in Shen Yan's opinion, the third one was the simplest, while the second one was the most troublesome.

"Regarding that 'Menglong guy' you mentioned, it's really not something we officials can interfere with, but we can help you get a referral from Huadao to try and minimize his breach of contract penalty."

Ye Chen nodded: "Okay, thank you, Director Shen. As long as it works out, that's fine. By the way, the Calabash Children's Choir from Rongcheng last time was quite good..."

Faced with Ye Chen's frantic hints, Shen Yan could easily understand.

So they're just targeting me?!

In the following days.

With Shen Yan's help.

Among the dozen or so foreigners, Ye Chenzhen picked out a suitable foreign singer.

One of the women is also willing to sign with Tinghua Island.

Meanwhile, Menglong also paid a considerable penalty for breach of contract to get access to Tinghua Island.

Unable to think of a suitable position for Menglong, Ye Chen offered his suggestion.

Tinghua Island was established as a subsidiary.

Used for nurturing new talent, carrying out public welfare activities, and shaping traditional music.

Then, all of these were handed over to Menglong Ge to manage.

Anyway, he's quite versatile; he can sing, direct, act... he can do many things.

With the support of the Calabash Children's Voice Group, Ye Chen also began recording "Chinese Youth Speak".

Meanwhile, in recent days.

The number of visitors to Tinghua Island has increased.

Surprisingly, most of them had the same goal: to learn from Ye Chen and become his apprentices!

Similarly, Murong Fufu, whose contract was about to expire, will also be transferred to Tinghua Island's subsidiary at Chen Feng's urging.

……

Time flies.

Before we knew it, it was May 31st.

This day happened to be the Dragon Boat Festival.

Xu Hong had already scheduled it before the holiday.

Early this morning, Ye Chen's new song "Li Sao" was released online. (People's Times - BV1bS4y1B7ni, original singers: Qi Ran, Shen Miren, NL Bufen, Xu Yuanshu)

Many fans hadn't even taken their first bite of the zongzi yet.

Then I heard Ye Chen's singing, which combined Peking Opera with rap.

"How can the soul find peace upon returning to its homeland?"

"My tall hat stands precariously, my long jade pendant glitters."

"Though the essence and the luster are mixed together, only the pure and bright nature remains unblemished..."

The super-fusion of rap and brighter Peking Opera singing creates a "female voice," giving the song a more distinctive Peking Opera style.

Countless netizens felt it was vast and boundless!

This Dragon Boat Festival, I woke up with goosebumps all over my body!

These lines are from poems used in the college entrance examination; understanding them is important, and they are frequently tested!

[This is amazing! The transitions between instruments here are absolutely perfect! It's so soothing to listen to!!!]

Wow, that's amazing! Such powerful vocals! Absolutely incredible! Is there a pure, unedited version?

[I absolutely love Ye Chen for being able to rap without swearing! By the way, this year marks the 2303rd anniversary of Qu Yuan's martyrdom!]