Huayu96: My Thirty Years of a Prodigal Son

Facing Chen Heping, Zhao Fang said with some emotion, "Zeng Li's sudden rise to fame was actually a twist of fate for me."

My market research was actually flawed.

In my estimation, the popularity of Zeng Li's opera-style singing will attract young people who like to listen to trendy music.

Unexpectedly, it became popular among middle-aged people.

But now that I think about it, it makes sense.

"Opera singing is just singing opera, it's normal that they like to listen to it."

Chen Heping smiled, but after he smiled, he revealed a meaningful expression.

"You mean... when Qin Sheng was writing the song, did he already anticipate this situation?"

Zhao Fang was taken aback, and hesitated before saying, "Qin Sheng... he shouldn't be that amazing, right?"

Chen Heping shook his head.

"I didn't believe it at first either, but I had dinner with Lao Liu a couple of days ago and we talked about something that happened to Qin Sheng, which made me think about it now."

Zhao Fang became curious.

"What is it?"

Chen Heping said leisurely, "Now that we're analyzing this with hindsight, we certainly know that the ease of understanding of 'Too Softhearted' is one of the important reasons why it has such a high level of popularity."

But you know, when the song "Too Softhearted" was first written, Lao Liu and Amin were both very pessimistic about it.

They felt the song was too common and easy to understand, lacking any distinctive features, and probably wouldn't become popular.

They even suggested Qin Sheng change the song, and guess what Qin Sheng said?

Zhao Fang, understanding the situation, pressed on, "What do you mean?"

Chen Heping chuckled and said, "Qin Sheng said that a song with style may not necessarily be liked by the audience."

When he makes music, he only uses popular appeal as a standard; some pieces are popular but lean towards elegance, while others are popular but lean towards vulgarity.

You may not like this song, "Too Softhearted," but the general public might really enjoy it.

In the end, Qin Sheng stuck to his idea and did not change the song.

Then, the movie "Too Softhearted" became a huge hit.

After hearing this secret, Zhao Fang thought for a moment and nodded, saying, "If that's the case, then it really is because our vision is not as good as Qin Sheng's. Qin Sheng should have already anticipated the market audience for Zeng Li's three songs."

We thought he was making trendy music, but he'd already said he only makes popular music, music that the masses enjoy.

Chen Heping nodded, and couldn't help but sigh:

"That's what makes Qin Sheng both terrifying and valuable."

First of all, he doesn't have any artistic fastidiousness; he's willing to do anything that's down-to-earth.

Secondly, he has an extremely keen market sense and can always sense what style the market prefers!

With these two qualities, it's hard to say whether he'll become a superstar, but I'm absolutely certain he'll make a lot of money!

After a pause, Chen Heping smiled and said, "Although Qin Sheng signed a short-term contract, Zeng Li has a long-term contract."

"Getting Zeng Li is already quite good for the company."

Zhao Fang smiled too.

"Indeed, Zeng Li's contractual profit sharing is the normal practice where the company takes the lion's share."

With Zeng Li by my side, my performance this year is finally secured.

Sony, on the other hand, is quite satisfied with the current situation.

Meanwhile, Liu Huan, Mao Amin, and Na Ying have also been enjoying great success lately.

It's no secret in the industry that Qin Sheng is acquainted with these three people.

Previously, Liu Huan and the other two, out of a desire to protect Qin Sheng, referred to him as a junior.

But as the album "Too Softhearted" sold over a million copies, the three of them dared not be so presumptuous and began to say that they were close friends with Qin Sheng despite their age difference.

However, this does not affect the fact that within the industry, Liu Huan and the other two are Qin Sheng's mentors.

According to the rules, Qin Sheng should remember the favors of these three people for the rest of his life.

Just like Xue Zhiqian is to Mao Buyi.

This act of kindness in guiding them has now become a well-known story in the industry, making the three of them, especially Na Ying, quite proud.

And his girlfriend had previously left...

To Qin Sheng's relief, Zeng Li remained obedient and docile towards him even after she became famous.

This is indeed something to be happy about.

In the entertainment industry, countless female celebrities, after becoming famous, turn their backs on or even betray their former benefactors.

Qin Sheng wasn't actually afraid of these things.

If someone betrays you, you'll only have regrets about the resources you might control in the future.

Of course, I'm not happy about these things either.

However, one of the main reasons why he decided to date Zeng Li and make her one of his leading ladies is that she has no ambition and is gentle.

Just like now, Zeng Li is nestled in his arms, asking himself a question.

"Qin Sheng, Sister Zhao just called and said a magazine wants to invite me to shoot a cover."

Another radio station wants to interview me. What do you think, should I go?

Qin Sheng casually put his arm around Zeng Li's slender waist, pinched it, and laughed, "Go if you want to, I have no objection."

Zeng Li pouted and said, "It's just that Sister Zhao is urging me so hard, but I don't really care."

If you don't like me being in the public eye, I don't have to go.

Qin Sheng thought for a moment and then smiled, "You can go, but I do have two things to tell you."

"Whatever you say, I'll listen to you," Zeng Li said obediently.

Qin Sheng held up one finger and said, "First, when you're out and about, you're not allowed to have any physical contact with other men."

Otherwise I'll be very jealous.

Zeng Li chuckled twice upon hearing this.

If Qin Sheng made such a demand on female virtues, any normal girl would be furious.

How can you restrict me from making friends?

I want independence! I want autonomy!

But Zeng Li will not.

She is a traditional woman, and being watched over and restrained by others gives her a sense of security and belonging.

Zeng Li snuggled closer to Qin Sheng and smiled gently.

"Don't worry, I definitely won't overstep any boundaries."

With a satisfied smile, Qin Sheng extended his second finger.

"The second point is that when you go out to work, you shouldn't exhaust yourself."

We must resolutely refuse any form of overtime.

Your husband will have plenty of money in the future; we don't need to compromise ourselves just to earn money.

Upon hearing this, Zeng Li smiled even more gently.

Qin Sheng's concern made her feel warm all over.

"Okay, I won't tire myself out."

After all, I need to save my strength to serve you, Master!

With a hearty laugh, Qin Sheng embraced Zeng Li contentedly.

To date, he couldn't be more satisfied with Zeng Li.

Qin Sheng, Sony, Liu Huan, and Zeng Li all benefited greatly from this music extravaganza created by Qin Sheng.

But there was one person who did not benefit from it at all.

That was Yuan Quan.

Originally, Yuan Quan was able to stay in this house because her only psychological support was that although Qin Sheng could become famous himself, he might not be able to make others famous as well.

Was Zeng Li in a similar situation to himself?

But now, with Zeng Li's sudden rise to fame, Yuan Quan feels like she's going crazy!