Zhou Qinghua and other program team leaders are the most excited at this moment.
because!
Wang Qian appeared.
That is the guarantee of super high ratings.
At the same time, when Chen Xiaowen appears, the ratings will be higher than when ordinary contestants appear.
At this moment, these two ratings guarantees appear at the same time.
Moreover, he appeared as an opponent, which made him a hot topic.
The ratings are definitely good!
However, the reality still exceeded their expectations.
The show hadn't even started live yet, but when it was pre-broadcasted half an hour in advance, the ratings had already surprised everyone.
"I just received news that our show has a real-time viewership of over 7 points, and it's still slowly increasing."
He Dongming said to Zhou Qinghua with a hint of excitement: "When the live broadcast starts, the ratings will definitely go viral, at least over 10."
Zhou Qinghua watched the live broadcast where everyone was making final preparations, and said with a smile, "You go and keep an eye on it, and make sure no one makes any mistakes. This episode is absolutely of the utmost importance, and there can't be any mistakes."
He Dongming agreed and turned around excitedly to get busy. He was now almost becoming the second or third in command in the program group. Zhou Qinghua had assigned a lot of work to him, so he was very motivated.
Backstage!
Wang Qian, Qin Xuerong, Liu Shengnan, Jiang Yu, Murong Yue, He Fulin and Zhao Wei were resting in the lounge.
Because there were so many of them, they were specially arranged with a largest lounge, which was almost equivalent to a house with one bedroom, two living rooms and one bathroom, and it was a luxuriously decorated house.
A large living room with a TV, a bedroom for rest, and a separate bathroom and dressing room make it extremely comfortable.
This lounge had previously been used by four instructors.
This time, the four mentors agreed to give it to Wang Qian, and they each used the contestants' small lounge.
Wang Qian couldn't refuse, so he accepted it.
"Now what everyone is looking forward to most is our guest singer, haha, many people are guessing, some people even say Li Qingyao."
Murong Yue said with a smile as she scrolled through her phone, finding everyone's speculations hilarious.
Jiang Yu said softly: "I also heard that the guest is Wu Han, how dare you say that!"
Wu Han
When they heard the name, they all showed a hint of disdain at the same time.
Liu Shengnan looked at Jiang Yu in confusion and asked, "Who is Wu Han?"
Jiang Yu blinked his eyes: "A young boy who has no talent but calls himself a singer and actor..."
Liu Shengnan: “Oh!”
The dialogue between the two was extremely lethal and insulting...
Liu Shengnan didn’t even know who this super popular young idol was who has more than 15 million followers. This shows that she basically doesn’t pay attention to these things.
Unfortunately, the lethality could not be released.
Wang Qian stood in front of the TV, looking at the TV screen from time to time, walking slowly back and forth, thinking and brewing emotions in his heart.
Qin Xuerong held a cup of tea and gently handed it to Wang Qian: "Take a break!"
Wang Qian nodded, took the water cup and took a sip, then patted Qin Xuerong on the shoulder: "I'm fine."
Then he glanced at Liu Shengnan.
At this moment, Liu Shengnan was also leaning on the sofa, looking a little lazy, with a vacant look in her eyes. She was also constantly brewing urgently needed emotions in her mind, and her right hand fingers were gently tapping the rhythm.
Like Wang Qian, she always expresses her own strong emotions when singing.
Therefore, all the works she released were created by herself, or she participated in the creation of most of them. This was her own expression. Later, all her works were created independently by herself, with a strong personal style.
Similarly, Chen Xiaowen is also pursuing this state.
…
Just next door, in a relatively luxurious lounge.
Chen Xiaowen was also humming softly.
Hu Wenjiang sat opposite Chen Xiaowen and hummed along, looking very engaged.
The two seemed to be standing on the stage singing a duet.
Sun Jing sat quietly aside, feeling nervous and expectant.
Buzz buzz buzz…
Suddenly, the cell phone rang.
Sun Jing was startled and quickly picked up her phone, turned off the sound, and walked outside to answer the call, afraid of disturbing the two people.
As soon as he walked out the door, Sun Jing immediately answered the phone: "Mr. Li."
The other party is the powerful vice president of Jinghua Entertainment and a big shot in the entertainment industry.
Mr. Li asked seriously, "Sun Jing, how are Xiaowen and Lao Hu preparing? It's about to start, are you confident?"
Sun Jing smiled bitterly and replied, "Mr. Li, the opponent is Professor Wang Qian, who dares to say that they are sure? Xiaowen said that she just needs to sing what she wants to sing, and she doesn't care about winning or losing!"
Mr. Li smiled and said, "Xiao Wen thinks she is a music artist, and so do you? If Xiao Wen wins this time, I can make the decision and give her a huge contract!"
Sun Jing: "Thank you, Mr. Li, but I can't say for sure!"
Mr. Li: "Sun Jing, I have heard some news in the circle. You want to go solo, but Xiaowen is not someone you can take with you! I have no objection if you want to go with someone else. But don't have any ideas about Xiaowen. Put away your little thoughts, otherwise, I will make your company go bankrupt before it even starts."
There was a hint of panic on Sun Jing's face, but then he quickly calmed down.
She knew that the company already knew her plan.
After all, she has been planning for quite some time, and news would definitely get out. As a company that is one of the entertainment giants, it would be strange if it didn't know about it.
only…
She also knew that if she wanted to leave, the other party couldn't stop her.
So, she is not afraid of the company knowing.
But.
She didn't expect that the company's top management valued Chen Xiaowen so much!
Thought about it for a bit.
Sun Jing said, "Mr. Li, you are joking. I have no intention of taking advantage of Xiaowen. Everything depends on Xiaowen's wishes. If Xiaowen wants to go with me, you can't stop her, right? Mr. Li, we have cooperated for many years. There is nothing dirty about it. It's a pleasant cooperation. I hope we can part ways in peace when the time comes."
Mr. Li was silent for a moment, then said without question: "I still say the same thing. If you want to leave, I won't stop you. But Xiaowen must stay. After this performance, you leave Xiaowen, and I will arrange a new agent for her."
Sun Jing panicked and said hastily, "Boss Li, isn't this unfair of you?"
Chen Xiaowen is her biggest bargaining chip to gain power in the new company.
We have a super popular new queen-level singer in our hands who may become a superstar in the future.
The other partners all had to compromise with her and give up more interests and power.
President Li: "Haha, honest? I don't even bother to pursue your betrayal, so what else do you want to be honest about? Sun Jing, you should be content with what you know. This matter is settled. If you want to part ways amicably, then cooperate and don't make trouble for me. That's it, you should stabilize Xiaowen now and let her play well. If you can eliminate Wang Qian and Xiaowen can get a super-giant contract, when you leave the company, I will give you a big gift!"
Sun Jing calmed down and knew that she might not be able to take Chen Xiaowen with her. She couldn't break up with Jinghua Entertainment, because that would make it difficult for her to develop in the future. So she asked, "What gift?"
Mr. Li: "If you can eliminate Wang Qian, you will know. If you can't, you don't need to know."
Sun Jing: "Xiao Wen doesn't sing other people's songs, doesn't wear makeup, and doesn't do styling. I have no place to use my strength, everything depends on Xiao Wen herself."
Mr. Li also sighed, "Yes, we have no place to use our strength. We can't help her even if we want to! This year's Voice of China does not accept any behind-the-scenes manipulation. We want to make an effort, but they don't accept it. We can only help with the hype and publicity, but this cannot affect the results on stage. It depends on whether it can affect the voting choices of the audience outside the venue. Just do your service well. I have something else to do, so I'll hang up now."
“By the way, I’m watching the live broadcast!”
After saying that, Mr. Li hung up the phone.
Sun Jing stood at the door with the phone for more than a minute, thinking a lot, and then entered the room. Seeing Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang chatting, he smiled and said, "People outside are going crazy discussing your performance now."
Hu Wenjiang said admiringly: "Working with Xiaowen, I have broadened my horizons and learned what a genius is. I haven't worked with Professor Wang yet, but I think that no matter how talented he is, he is only about the same as Xiaowen. The song Xiaowen prepared this time is so good, and with our perfect performance, I can't think of how we can lose!"
Hu Wenjiang speaks from his heart!
He experienced the peak era of Chinese music in the 1990s, as well as the glory and decline of the following ten to twenty years, so he has seen almost all the Chinese musicians in the past thirty years!
But he dared to say it.
All the musicians he has met, whether singers or creators, are not as talented as Chen Xiaowen. Her creative talent and singing skills are almost top-notch!
He really wanted to work with Wang Qian, who was highly respected by everyone, and witness Wang Qian's talent.
However, he felt that no matter how talented Wang Qian was, he would probably be at most on par with Chen Xiaowen.
He couldn't imagine how awesome it would be to have someone who was more musically talented and had better singing skills than Chen Xiaowen!
Perhaps, Liu Shengnan is also a genius similar to Chen Xiaowen!
The collaboration between Wang Qian and Liu Shengnan is simply a dream combination!
Hu Wenjiang was stunned...
Eyes wide open…
It seems like he is holding back
He has also listened to all of Liu Shengnan's music. He knows that his singing skills are definitely not inferior to Liu Shengnan's, but in terms of musical talent, he may not even be as good as her fingernails!
In this case...
The combination of him and Chen Xiaowen seems to have been surpassed by Wang Qian and Liu Shengnan in terms of talent
Hu Wenjiang felt uneasy!
The clown was actually himself
Chen Xiaowen smiled and said, "Teacher Hu, you are too polite! If you have listened to Professor Wang's class, you will not think so!"
Hu Wenjiang was stunned, and looked at Chen Xiaowen with a questioning look on his face: "Oh?"
Chen Xiaowen suggested: "If Professor Wang comes to CAFM to give a lecture next time, Teacher Hu, don't miss it. I think by then you will know what true musical literacy and talent are. Although I like your praise very much, I know that I am far inferior to Professor Wang in music."
Hu Wenjiang thought about it seriously, then nodded: "If Wang Qian really comes to Beijing Central Conservatory of Music to give lectures, I will definitely go."
Chen Xiaowen also nodded seriously: "I will definitely go too."
After listening to several of Wang Qian's classes, Chen Xiaowen felt that she had a better understanding and ideas about music, which was very helpful for her creation, so she regarded herself as Wang Qian's student and would not miss any of his classes.
She would never miss either music class or literature class.
Seeing Chen Xiaowen praising Wang Qian again, Sun Jing was afraid that it would affect the state of the two, so she hurriedly said, "It will start in a few minutes. Xiaowen, Teacher Hu, do you want to go to the entrance and wait now? Or continue to rest here for a while?"
At the door, He Dongming and a staff member were already waiting.
Chen Xiaowen immediately stood up and said, "Then let's go over there and wait, first feel the atmosphere of the live stage and get into the groove."
Hu Wenjiang also stood up and walked out.
Both of them were dressed extremely plainly and simply.
Chen Xiaowen wore simple grey loose casual pants, a pair of white flat shoes, and a fitted white T-shirt. Her hair was simply tied behind her head with a few air bangs hanging in front of her forehead. There was no makeup on her face, and she appeared almost without makeup.
However, Chen Xiaowen looks extremely neat and tidy, and has a strong aura of youthful purity, which makes people feel extremely comfortable when looking at her.
Hu Wenjiang also wore simple jeans and a T-shirt, had a flat head, slightly dark skin, and no makeup.
Sun Jing got a headache when she saw the two of them like this!
She suggested bringing a makeup team over several times.
That is the industry's top makeup and styling team prepared by the company, and no one else can use them.
Unfortunately, both of them refused.
She didn't dare to use force.
She could only let it go. She knew that for someone with talent and personality, she could only go along with her and make Chen Xiaowen happy and comfortable, so that she could display her talent and strength.
This is completely different from those popular young actors and actresses who have no talent or ability.
Popular singers rely entirely on the professional team behind them to operate and hype them. Stylists and makeup artists are of paramount importance because they all rely on their looks to attract fans. The agents must control everything and cannot let them do whatever they want!
As for a musician like Chen Xiaowen who is almost purely talented, Sun Jing can only let her do whatever she wants and do the logistical work as much as possible, like a nanny.
However, Sun Jing couldn't help wanting to do something at this moment, so she shouted, "Xiao Wen, wait!"
Chen Xiaowen stopped and turned to look at Sun Jing in confusion.
Sun Jing stepped forward and untied Chen Xiaowen's hair, letting her soft black hair fall down and drape over her shoulders.
Then, Sun Jing tidied up Chen Xiaowen's bangs and parted them in the middle, making her look a little more mature, warmer and closer, and then she said, "Go ahead, come on!"
Chen Xiaowen nodded: "Thank you, Sister Sun."
The tone of both of them was somewhat serious and solemn.
Sun Jing did not tell Chen Xiaowen about Mr. Li's promise, nor did she say that this performance was a competition that would determine the fate of the two.
However, Chen Xiaowen also knew it.
Lost today.
Her journey on The Voice ended.
Maybe today will be her last performance on this stage.
So, she also looked very serious and allowed Sun Jing to simply style her.
Hu Wenjiang said: "Don't worry, we will definitely win!"
Hu Wenjiang still has more confidence in himself and Chen Xiaowen.
Because he and Chen Xiaowen had been rehearsing and working together for a week, and he had great confidence in Chen Xiaowen's talent and singing ability!
He couldn't find a reason to lose!
If this happens, we lose.
He really had nothing to say...
…
He Dongming brought Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang to the backstage entrance and whispered to them, "There are still two minutes left. Take a short break. The host will call you up after he announces the start of the show. For the rest of the process, just cooperate with the host."
Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang both nodded at the same time to show that they understood.
The two of them didn't care about the script flow of the variety show, they only cared about their own singing.
…
The live show has officially begun.
The live broadcast was uninterrupted and directly showed how the show started.
The four mentors took their seats one by one.
The audience also sat in their seats in order.
Then, the host Daji came out wearing a bright red suit, holding a microphone, with his hair combed shiny, and said to the camera with a big smile on his face: "Dear audience here, and all the friends watching on TV, welcome to watch this episode of The Voice of China semi-finals."
Applause broke out at the scene.
All the audience at the scene and in front of the TV couldn't wait.
The host continued, "This year's Voice of China is the most watched one, because there are many talented contestants who have amazed everyone. Even I have become their fan, which is incredible! This season has been called the finals in advance by many audience friends."
"The two sides in the duel are none other than Professor Wang Qian and the talented young lady from the Central Conservatory of Music, Chen Xiaowen! Now, let us first welcome Xiaowen and her guest singer, Mr. Hu Wenjiang, to the stage!"
Then.
Amidst the applause from the audience.
Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang walked up slowly together.
The two people's looks surprised the audience at the scene and even the whole country.
Not stunning!
But shocked.
Too simple.
Too casual...
It instantly sparked heated discussions on the Internet.
"Xiaowen's style is becoming more and more casual. At first, Xiaowen used makeup and hairstyling, but later she paid less and less attention to this aspect, and now she has completely given up."
"However, while Xiaowen gave up styling and makeup, her songs became better and better! She is more focused on her music. I support Xiaowen."
"That's right. I support Xiaowen to focus on music and singing. Don't be like those popular singers who can't do anything but have a bunch of stylists and makeup artists following them! They are just styling themselves and looking cool every day. It makes me want to vomit. Xiaowen's casual and simple style is more comfortable and pleasing to the eye."
"Although it's simple and casual, the more I look at it, the more I like it. Our Xiaowen is very pretty, and she can outshine those popular young actresses no matter what she wears."
"There's nothing much to say about Mr. Hu's style. He has always been like this. I watched two of his concerts and he hasn't changed his clothes in two years..."
"I'm so excited. My hands are shaking. I'm so excited!"
"It's started, it's started, Xiaowen, the showdown between Professor Wang is about to begin. Whoever wins will advance to the finals, and will most likely face off against Ru Ke's Baojia Street Band, which will be an even more exciting showdown."
"By the way, everyone still doesn't know who Professor Wang's guest is. Professor Wang is too good at keeping secrets."
"Professor Wang will bring out the guests soon. I am so excited that my hands are shaking."
…
Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang came on stage and stood quietly beside the host Daji.
Daji asked: "Xiao Wen, Teacher Hu, are you ready?"
Chen Xiaowen nodded: "Ready."
Hu Wenjiang also nodded: "We are definitely ready, we will win."
Daji: "Xiao Wen, are the two songs you sang today both original?"
Chen Xiaowen still nodded: "Yes!"
Chen Xiaowen had a poker face throughout the whole process.
Daji's smile was a little stiff: "Teacher Hu, this is your first collaboration with Xiaowen. What kind of singer do you think Xiaowen is?"
Hu Wenjiang said seriously: "I think Xiaowen is the most talented young singer I have ever worked with. Before, I didn't expect someone to be so talented and have such great singing skills. Xiaowen is such a person!"
Daji: "Oh? Teacher Hu, you think so highly of Xiaowen?"
Hu Wenjiang: "Well, that's what I really think. I think we will win."
Daji laughed, and the topic came up, so he immediately continued to ask, "Why is Teacher Hu so confident?"
Hu Wenjiang: "Because, with Xiaowen's amazing talent and Xiaowen and I's powerful singing performance, I can't think of any reason why we would lose!"
Daji continued to ask: "Even if the opponent is Professor Wang, do you think so?"
Hu Wenjiang hesitated for a moment, but still nodded: "Yes! I have never worked with Professor Wang, so I don't know Professor Wang's talent and strength, but I know our strength, and we are definitely qualified to win."
Daji: “Okay, come on!”
Then, he looked at the four instructors: "Four teachers, what do you want to say!"
As Chen Xiaowen's mentor, Wang Jingyu usually gave Chen Xiaowen almost no guidance or control, allowing her to play freely, but at this moment she still wanted to show her presence and said, "Come on, Xiaowen, eliminate Professor Wang."
Chen Xiaowen nodded and smiled: "Okay!"
The other three mentors did not say anything, but just nodded and smiled at Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang as a greeting.
First show.
It’s about to officially begin!
Daji said immediately: "Okay, this is the end of the interview before the performance. I'm sure you all don't want to see me talking nonsense here. Then let's invite Xiaowen and Teacher Hu to give us the first duet. The song is called, The Moon Is Not Full. Please enjoy it!"
Then, Daji made an invitation gesture to Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang, and slowly left the stage.
There was welcome applause again.
Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang each took two steps and stood on both sides of the stage.
The lights dimmed.
Then, two beams of light hit the two men.
The music prelude slowly starts playing!
A prelude of Guzheng sounded.
The four mentors immediately sat up straight and listened attentively.
The prelude arrangement alone was enough to brighten their eyes!
Then, Hu Wenjiang sang first. His voice was mellow and sonorous, very recognizable, and demonstrated his strong singing skills.
The four mentors all nodded in praise, saying that Mr. Hu is still as skilled as ever.
Then.
Chen Xiaowen amazed everyone with her voice.
Still high notes!
It is still melodious and clear as spring water from the snow-capped mountains.
The scene became extremely quiet.
Everyone pricked up their ears to listen to the two people's singing.
In the luxurious lounge.
Wang Qian, Qin Xuerong, Liu Shengnan and others were also watching the live broadcast, listening carefully to every word of the lyrics sung by Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang, as well as every accompaniment of the music!
Wang Qian was slightly shocked.
I just felt in my heart that geniuses are indeed strong.
Because this song is really amazing.
Especially when it's in the middle of the song.
Chen Xiaowen's insertion of Peking Opera coloratura is so touching that it makes your ears pregnant.
The gentle harmony with Hu Wenjiang's powerful singing skills makes Chen Xiaowen's singing voice clearer and more pleasant to the ears, and the expression of emotions is perfect.
A faint sadness grew in the hearts of Wang Qian, Qin Xuerong, Liu Shengnan, Jiang Yu, Murong Yue and everyone else.
This song expresses the homesickness of the family who are unable to reunite during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Everyone who listened to the song could hear it and relate to it.
That explains it.
This is a good song and both of them sang it very well.
Let everyone understand, feel the emotions, and immerse themselves in the mood.
No one spoke in the lounge.
There is a bit of pressure.
Especially Zhao Wei and He Fulin, they didn't even dare to breathe.
The two of them already felt that they were the weak link of the team, and now facing such a strong singing combination of Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang, they were even more afraid that they would be a drag.
Therefore, both of them decided to perform at their best.
The song is over!
The scene was silent for a full ten seconds before enthusiastic applause broke out.
Wang Qian also clapped his hands quietly, staring at Chen Xiaowen on the TV screen, whose temperament and outfit seemed like the spring water in his memory, and said admiringly: "Great, the song is good and the singing is good."
Liu Shengnan also nodded and praised: "Yes, I have always wanted to see Chen Xiaowen's talent and singing skills. I saw it with my own eyes today and it really lived up to her reputation. She is really very strong and deserves to be a talented student of CAFM. I like this song very much."
Liu Shengnan feels a little pressure, but more of a sense of excitement and motivation!
There is such an opponent.
Life will be more exciting.
Next album!
We must have a confrontation.
Jiang Yu and Murong Yue just felt like they were nothing, and keeping silent was the best solution.
The performance is over.
Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang both stood calmly on the stage, still a few meters apart, facing the applause from the audience calmly and bowing to everyone together to express their gratitude.
All four mentors stood up and applauded.
Cui Wenfeng said loudly: "It's amazing, it's so beautiful. The lyrics are good, the arrangement is great, and the folk music accompaniment is like a stroke of genius. Especially the singing of the two of you, it's perfect! I can't imagine that I can see such a high-level performance on the Voice stage. It seems that you two are the teachers and we are the students who come to learn. I really learned something!"
Chen Xiaowen still smiled faintly and said, "Teacher Cui, you are too kind."
Wang Jingyu praised her teammates generously: "Lao Cui is telling the truth. The singing skills of the two of you are not inferior to ours, but the talent you showed in this song, Xiaowen, is beyond the reach of the four of us. It's amazing! In terms of professional points, I give you 99 points. I'm not afraid of you being proud because you have the capital and strength to be proud!"
Cui Wenfeng: “95!”
Qin Han: "I dare not speak. I am not qualified to evaluate you. 96 points."
Liu Junhua: "I can't really comment on it, because there are no shortcomings to mention. I can't find any flaws. The only comment I can give is a perfect performance. Give it 97 points!"
Wang Jingyu laughed: "Hahaha, that's good. I want to see how Professor Wang will perform to beat Xiaowen."
The other three mentors also laughed.
They both felt that the performances of Chen Xiaowen and Hu Wenjiang were close to perfection. The songs themselves and their singing skills were impeccable. The scores were almost full marks, and the votes from the audiences on site and outside the venue were definitely not low.
How will Wang Qian win
This competition was so exciting!
The host also walked up and said, "I'm a little worried about Professor Wang, too!"
It exploded instantly on all major social media platforms.