I became a movie star at the age of three; Dilraba and I are childhood sweethearts.

The faint smile on Xiao Chen's lips deepened.

interesting.

So funny.

He could even imagine what a magical scene it would be when this hit song, which blends Mongolian folk songs, electronic dance music, and rap, resonated throughout the United States through this program.

The joy of square dancing grandmas is something Americans should experience too.

Just as Katie and Adam were whispering among themselves about this novel musical style, and Blake was looking at them with a confused expression, wondering "What the hell is this?", Xiao Chen made his move.

His slender, pale fingers gently pressed the red, round button.

"Bang!"

A crisp sound rang out, accompanied by the whirring of machinery.

The red mentor's chair, with an unstoppable momentum, suddenly turned around!

The first one in the whole event!

The only turn around!

On stage, Linghua, who was singing at the height of her passion, even showed a slight, almost imperceptible tremor in her voice due to her excitement.

She saw the man sitting on the red throne, smiling at her.

It's him!

It's Xiao Chen!

The man hailed as an "Oriental Miracle" by all domestic media outlets.

That presence that overshadows countless Hollywood stars.

He turned it around for them!

A surge of immense joy and warmth instantly welled up in Linghua's heart.

Almost subconsciously, she poured all her emotions into her singing.

That resounding high note seemed to pierce through the roof of the studio, carrying the most fervent emotions of the people of the grasslands, striking straight to the heart.

Zeng Yi, who was standing next to him, was also stunned.

He gripped the microphone tightly, his eyes behind his sunglasses fixed on the figure.

Before they came, they had imagined countless possibilities.

It might be ignored, it might be criticized by the mentors, or it might be eliminated in the first round.

The best outcome would be if, by sheer luck, one mentor turned around and helped them.

But they never dreamed that the first person to turn around for them would be Xiao Chen!

That was their sole and ultimate goal for this trip!

"The fragrance along the way and the gentle ripples on the water!"

"The incense that has changed its meaning—the rights and wrongs, the cause and effect!"

Zeng Yi screamed wildly in his heart, putting all his energy into the following spoken word, that rap that was supposed to be an embellishment.

At this moment, however, it is filled with unprecedented power and passion.

"The direction of my journey illuminates my heart."

"The distant frontier, come with me to the far reaches!"

The song ended.

The American audience was stunned for a few seconds before erupting in thunderous applause and whistles.

They may not understand the Chinese lyrics, but music knows no borders.

That deep-seated love for freedom and life is enough to inspire everyone.

Katie patted her chest dramatically.

"Oh my God!"

"This is amazing!"

"I have absolutely no idea what you guys are singing, but I feel like I'm riding a horse and drinking strong liquor!"

Adam smiled and nodded.

"A very powerful combination, your musical style is very unique, congratulations."

Blake shrugged, still not quite understanding, but still politely clapped.

The host walked onto the stage and handed the microphone to Xiao Chen.

"Xiao, you were the only mentor to turn around the whole time. It seems you have a special fondness for them."

"Can you tell us why?"

Under the spotlight, Xiao Chen's flawless face was as handsome as a god.

He didn't answer directly, but looked at the two people on the stage who were breathing rapidly due to nervousness, and smiled slightly.

That smile, like ice and snow melting in spring, instantly made Ling Hua and Zeng Yi feel less nervous.

"My team can't have just one madman."

Xiao Chen's voice, carried through the microphone, resonated throughout the venue, tinged with a lazy, teasing tone.

"Now, there are three."

Welcome to the team.

There were no lengthy commentaries, no fancy reasons.

Just two sentences, yet they carry more weight than any praise.

The audience was taken aback at first, then burst into huge laughter and even more enthusiastic applause.

madman!

Everyone immediately recalled his previous crazy declaration of "a one-man team"!

Now, this crazy mentor has taken in two team members who seem equally "crazy"!

Ling Hua and Zeng Yi were so excited they could hardly speak, they just kept bowing.

"Thank you, Teacher Xiao Chen! Thank you!"

"We...we..."

Xiao Chen waved his hand, indicating that they didn't need to say anything more.

Some things can be said offstage.

That evening, as soon as the recording of the show ended, Xiao Chen asked Wang Jinhua to invite his team members to dinner.

Wang Jinhua naturally made the arrangements.

……

night.

In a top-tier private room at a prestigious Black Pearl three-star restaurant in the United States, the atmosphere was somewhat tense.

Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, the dazzling night view of Los Angeles unfolds, like a galaxy fallen to earth.

Inside the private room, the crystal chandelier cast a soft glow, and a white tablecloth covered the long dining table, where the silver cutlery gleamed under the light.

G.E.M. sat upright with her hands on her knees, even her breathing was very careful.

Ling Hua and Zeng Yi, who were sitting next to her, were in no better shape.

Linghua kept drinking water, but dared not look around.

Zeng Yi remained silent, his body as stiff as a stone.

The three of them looked like Cinderella who had accidentally wandered into a high-society banquet.

Tense and anxious, yet tinged with an irrepressible excitement and anticipation.

Sitting opposite them was Wang Jinhua.

Sister Hua was dressed in a smart business suit, exuding a powerful aura.

But looking at the three young people in front of him who were so nervous they were almost moving in unison, his eyes revealed a hint of gentleness.

Wang Jinhua spoke with a smile.

"Don't be nervous, just relax."

"That kid, Xiao Chen, just loves to surprise people."

"When he arrives, just treat it like having dinner with friends, don't be so reserved."

That's what they said, but how could the three of them possibly relax?

Whether it's G.E.M. or Phoenix Legend, the reason they mustered up the courage to travel across the ocean to participate in this American program is all because of one person—Xiao Chen.

In order to invite Xiao Chen to be a mentor, the program team opened an unprecedented "Eastern Channel" for him.

Specifically designed for athletes from the Asian region.

This news caused a sensation throughout the Asian music scene.

Receiving guidance from Xiao Chen, or even just a single comment, would be enough to benefit them for a lifetime.

Now, they have not only successfully joined Xiao Chen's team, but he has also personally invited them to dinner.

It all feels like a dream.

Just then, the door to the private room was pushed open.

Xiao Chen walked in.

He took off the suit jacket he wore while recording the show, leaving him in only a simple white shirt.

The cuffs were casually rolled up to the elbows, revealing a section of the smooth-lined forearm.

Without the spotlight on stage, his superstar aura seemed to have diminished considerably, making him more like a friendly older student who had just finished class.

Handsome, clean-cut, and possessing a warm and approachable charm.

"Sorry, I chatted with the program director for a few more minutes, that's why I'm late."

The moment he opened his mouth, his magnetic voice instantly eased the tense atmosphere in the private room.

"What are you all standing there for? Order some food!"

Xiao Chen pulled out a chair and sat down, then casually handed the menu to Deng Ziqi, who was closest to him.

"Don't be shy, order whatever you like, it's on me today."