Huayu: Were you ever a top star before writing nonsense?

"You know how to use it?" Ma Junliang was taken aback.

When the team asked talented students to sign up, Shen Can was quiet and reserved. But now that it was his turn to perform, he actually came to borrow a guitar.

What kind of approach?

Shen Can grinned at Ma Junliang: "I know a little."

"I..." Ma Junliang opened his mouth.

Shen Can could tell he wanted to refuse, and said seriously:

"Don't worry, I'm gentle and won't use violence."

"But... this guitar is quite expensive."

"Play only one song, return it after use."

"Then you must use it carefully, I'll need it later." Seeing that his classmates were all looking at him, Ma Junliang had no choice but to grit his teeth and lend out the guitar.

"Thanks."

Shen Can carried his guitar and walked towards the front of the formation.

The performer from the previous show returned to her group amidst applause, and it was her turn to go on stage next.

"Thank you, He Yan, for bringing us such a wonderful dance performance..." said the female host, Meng Li, with grace and poise.

She was a freshman in the 07 class of the Performance Department at the Shanghai Theatre Academy, but she was not unknown.

In 06, she participated in the Shandong TV variety show "Variety Stars" and won the "Best On-Screen Appearance Award" and the "Most Promising Star Award".

"Please welcome the next student with applause, from the Department of Dramatic Literature..."

Under the gaze of more than 400 new students, teachers and military training instructors, Shen Can, wearing a white short-sleeved shirt and black shorts, walked to the center of the field.

Some students started whispering among themselves, especially the girls, who were the most animated in their discussions.

"So handsome? Are you sure he's a drama major, or not an acting major?"

"She's really good-looking."

"I noticed him at the very beginning of military training, and later I found out his name was Shen Can."

Some of the boys watched with envy and jealousy.

"I feel like my appearance is being challenged."

"Come on, you're kidding me."

"He can also play the guitar? That's interesting."

"With that face alone, she's already halfway into the entertainment industry. God is so unfair."

"..."

Shen Can didn't rush to introduce himself. He slung his guitar over his shoulder and placed his fingers on the strings.

First, he plucked a few simple notes, then strummed the strings, followed by a chord progression from the intro to "The Brightest Star in the Night Sky".

In an instant, Wu Wei's expression changed.

To be precise, almost all the girls' eyes changed.

The catchy guitar music undoubtedly drew everyone's attention.

Ma Junliang was completely dumbfounded.

Wait, dude? You really know how?

"Ma Junliang's tone is not bad." Shen Can nodded.

He was just testing the sound; after all, it wasn't his own material.

In fact, guitarists need to tune their guitars before each use. The main purpose is to ensure accurate pitch and avoid pitch shifts caused by loose strings or environmental changes, which would affect the playing effect.

Furthermore, not tuning for a long time can also affect a guitarist's pitch accuracy, making it very poor, and even making it impossible to hear the correct notes.

"I'm Shen Can from the Department of Dramatic Literature, and I'll be performing the song 'The Brightest Star in the Night Sky'," Shen Can said as she entered the stage. She then added:

"For those of you who brought your phones, take them out, turn on the screen, and wave your arms; the listening experience should be even better that way. Without further ado, let's get started."

After saying that, Shen Can strummed the guitar strings and officially began to play and sing.

The prelude slowly emerged, echoing around the camp.

Xu Ning, the teacher leading the team at the Shanghai Theatre Academy, was immediately impressed.

"The intro isn't exactly a killer intro; it doesn't show off any skills. But it's like a gentle stream, giving people a tranquil and beautiful feeling. The playing is also very professional. This kid is a talent."

Xu Ning made his own assessment.

At the Shanghai Theatre Academy, he primarily taught musical theatre in the acting department and was a professional musician.

On the other hand, Ma Junliang also knew his stuff.

"Holy crap! I've never heard of this melody before, is it an original?" He stared at Shen Can's figure, his eyes wide and his mouth agape, utterly shocked.

As for the other students on the field, most of them had not studied music, but they all had one thing in common—it sounded good!

It sounds amazing!

Shen Can had no time to observe others' reactions. After the intro, he began to sing:

"The brightest star in the night sky, can you hear me?"

The person gazing upwards feels a deep loneliness and sigh.

The melodious singing drifted through the night sky, carrying further and further away.

Escape Plan doesn't have many hit songs, but this is their most popular, widely sung, and heartfelt song.

It's no exaggeration to say that many people will burst into tears when they listen to this song.

Because it expressed the sentiments of countless people.

When the band's lead singer Mao Chuan composed this song, his original inspiration came from his longing for his ex-girlfriend, followed by his feelings for his friends. However, fans heard the persistence and unremitting efforts of young people pursuing their dreams in the song.

For most ordinary people, pursuing their dreams is incredibly difficult and lonely.

Shen Can strummed the guitar and continued singing:

"Oh, the brightest star in the night sky, do you remember?"

The figure that once walked with me, vanished into the wind…

When he sang the word "shadow," Shen Can sighed inwardly.

Dreams are beautiful, but reality is harsh.

Even if you put in ten times the effort of others, in the end, it may all come to nothing.

Family background, wealth, network of connections, appearance... seemingly fair, but in reality, life is not fair from birth!

How difficult it is for ordinary people to get ahead!

But I'm not willing to give up like this.

Therefore, even though the road ahead is long, countless people still choose to persevere on the path of pursuing their dreams.

In an instant, Shen Can recalled his past self chasing his dreams, relentlessly striving for that faint hope.

He has experienced loneliness, helplessness, and perseverance on his journey to pursue his dreams.

The emotions deepened, and the song entered its chorus. Shen Can leaned closer to the microphone and sang loudly:

I pray to have a transparent heart.

And eyes that can shed tears.

Give me the courage to believe again.

I will embrace you beyond the lies.

Whenever I can't find meaning in my existence,

Whenever I get lost in the darkness,

Oh, the brightest star in the night sky,

Please guide me closer to you.

Shen Can poured all his emotions into his singing, conveying them to every listener.

As he played his guitar, he looked around the camp. The glowing screens of cell phones on the students' arms created a sea of ​​stars, echoing the bright moon in the sky and the neon lights of Shanghai.

"His emotions are powerful, his singing is superb, and the song tells a strong story. This kid is amazing!"

Xu Ning took a deep breath of the evening breeze, his gaze fixed intently on Shen Can, as if he were seeing a sun about to shine brightly in the Chinese entertainment industry.

He is not a rough gem, but a musical genius.

"A drama major? What a waste! Shen Can should have studied music with me."

—The sight of a prey brings joy.

Meanwhile, in the performing arts department's formation...

"I understand you." Li Mou pursed her red lips, her bright eyes gazing at Shen Can, and said in her heart.

In order to make a name for herself in the arts, she practiced classical ballet diligently for many years.

Shen Can's singing resonated with her.

"Perhaps no one understands you better than me."

She turned to look at her classmates and saw Lin Genxin's surprised expression, Pu Bajia's gloomy face, Zhao Yuanyuan's engrossed performance, and Zhou Fang's dazed look.

To be precise, Zhou Fang was extremely focused.

Her gaze was completely focused on Shen Can, unwilling to look away even for a moment.

"Is she falling for him?" Li Mou wondered.

Just then, Shen Can's singing continued, and the song entered the next verse.

Li Mou looked at Shen Can again and sighed:

"Indeed, it's incredibly charming."

In the Department of Dramatic Literature.

Wu Wei stared blankly, completely absorbed.

"He's shining! The brightest star in the night sky, isn't it actually himself?"

Thinking about this, she suddenly felt contempt for herself. Hadn't she already decided to never talk to that straight guy Shen Can again? How did she end up being a sucker for good looks again?

childish!

"I have excellent taste," she thought again.

The man I fell for at first sight turned out to be so talented.

The girl next to Wu Wei is the second oldest in their dormitory, named Su Shen Shen.

"Hey, fourth brother, since Shen Can doesn't have any feelings for you anyway, why don't you let me have him? I'll go after him and give it a try." Su Shen said, glancing down at her bust size, feeling that she had a huge advantage over Wu Wei.

"No, no, no." Wu Wei shook her head vigorously.

"You can't even get any food, so why are you being possessive of it?" Su Shengsheng rolled her eyes.

What happened to the promised sisterly bond? Is this all it is?