AFVSIBS Chapter 178: The Pop Queen's New Swimsuit

After Wu Heng returned home, he immediately forwarded a screenshot of an online post calling him the "King of Trivial Songs" to Zhou Chen, adding a message: "Zhou Chen, I don't want to sing trivial songs in the next episode. I want to prove myself and shake off this 'King of Trivial Songs' label."

Zhou Chen was about to go to bed when he saw Wu Heng's message, and he immediately sensed trouble.

It seemed Wu Heng was heading in the direction he had feared.

However, Zhou Chen didn't reply to Wu Heng. He planned to have a good talk with him the next day, hoping Wu Heng could see the reality.

To avoid being disturbed by other messages, Zhou Chen turned off his phone and went to sleep.

The next morning, after freshening up, he turned his phone back on.

Sure enough, there were a bunch of messages, including ones from classmates and relatives he hadn’t seen since his time travel, as well as from Yang Hanhan and Su Qingge.

The most surprising message was from Yang Hanhan, who had sent a photo of herself in a new swimsuit the night before, asking Zhou Chen if it looked good.

Zhou Chen was about to reply when he noticed a detail in the photo.

It turned out that Yang Hanhan, not paying attention while wearing it, had exposed some inappropriate curls in the photo.

It looked quite dense.

But Zhou Chen didn't mention this to Yang Hanhan; it wasn’t something easy to point out. He believed she would notice it herself later.

He simply zoomed in on the photo for a better look, guessing that Yang Hanhan’s figure must be quite attractive.

Then he replied, "The style is nice, but I don't really like this color. It would be better in another color."

Zhou Chen's response was very tactful, subtly suggesting that Yang Hanhan change her swimsuit without causing any embarrassment.

By then, Yang Hanhan was already awake. After seeing Zhou Chen’s message, she took another look at the photo she had sent the night before and immediately blushed.

"Yang Hanhan, you're so embarrassing. How could you not check the photo more carefully before sending it? What if Zhou Chen noticed that detail? How will you face him again?" Yang Hanhan muttered to herself, covering her face in embarrassment.

"Thank you, I won't use this one then. I'll have my assistant buy a new one."

After composing herself, Yang Hanhan replied to Zhou Chen.

Zhou Chen didn't respond to her again. After breakfast, he headed straight to Wanhe Entertainment.

"Zhou Chen, you're here. After last night’s 'Our Music,' you’ve truly proven yourself. Now, most variety shows in the industry have sent you invitations. It looks like you'll be busy appearing on shows for quite some time," Wan Fangfang greeted him with a smile.

Indeed, last night’s "Our Music" saw the ratings drop from a high of 4.5 to just over one. This change occurred right after Zhou Chen and Wu Heng's performance.

It had been the same for two consecutive episodes, proving their significant influence.

"Yes."

Most people would be thrilled to hear such news.

But Zhou Chen seemed indifferent, as if it had nothing to do with him.

Fortunately, Wan Fangfang knew him well enough not to be surprised by his reaction.

Now, she was just full of admiration for him.

"The most enviable one should be Wu Heng. This was his first variety show, and it made him an overnight sensation," Wan Fangfang continued.

"Fangfang, since you mentioned Wu Heng, there’s something I need to discuss with you."

Zhou Chen recalled the message Wu Heng had sent him last night and decided to talk to Wan Fangfang about it.

"What’s the matter?"

"This is the message he sent me last night. Take a look."

With that, Zhou Chen showed Wan Fangfang the message.

After reading it, Wan Fangfang immediately understood what Zhou Chen was trying to convey.

She frowned and said, "It seems Wu Heng is really bothered by being called the King of Trivial Songs. But if he continues to sing trivial songs, he’ll remain popular in the industry. If he switches to other types of songs, he might fail."

"He’s not seeing his situation clearly and is very unhappy with the label the netizens have given him."

"What’s there to be unhappy about? Other trainees would be thrilled to be as popular as he is now."

"People often don't appreciate their blessings. If he comes to see me later, I'll have to talk to him openly."

"Zhou Chen, let me talk to him. Wu Heng doesn’t have an official manager right now, and I've been looking after both of you, so he should listen to me."

Wan Fangfang didn’t want Wu Heng and Zhou Chen to have a falling out.

Of course, she was more concerned about Zhou Chen's feelings.

So she decided to be the bad guy and have a good talk with Wu Heng about the trivial songs.

"Zhou Chen, Fangfang, you’re both here? What are you talking about? You don’t look too happy."

Coincidentally, Wu Heng arrived just then.

"Wu Heng, you’re just in time. I was about to come find you. Let's go to the rehearsal room and talk," Wan Fangfang said with a smile.

"Sure. Zhou Chen, aren’t you coming?"

"I'll stay here. I need to work on a new song," Zhou Chen replied.

"Alright, Fangfang, let’s go."

Wu Heng, thinking Wan Fangfang had something important to discuss, followed her to the rehearsal room.

"Wu Heng, you’re luckier than most trainees, becoming a sensation with your first variety show. How do you feel about that?"

Once they reached the rehearsal room, Wan Fangfang asked directly.

"Of course I’m happy and excited. I’ve been so excited I couldn’t sleep for several days. But Fangfang, there’s something I’m not happy about."

"Like what?"

"After performing 'Last-Minute Effort' last night, the whole internet is calling me the King of Trivial Songs. Some netizens are even harshly criticizing me for always singing these garbage songs. So, I’ve decided that in the next episode, no matter what, I’ll have Zhou Chen write me a song with substance. I need to prove myself and shut up those haters who think I can only sing trivial songs."

Before Wan Fangfang could speak, Wu Heng brought up the topic himself.

"Wu Heng, this is actually one of the things I wanted to talk to you about today. I saw the message you sent to Zhou Chen last night. Your determination is admirable."

"Does that mean you support me, Fangfang? That’s great. With Zhou Chen’s talent, writing a meaningful song won’t be a problem. Then I can prove myself and get rid of that damned King of Trivial Songs label."


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