AFVSIBS Chapter 179

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Wu Heng thought Wan Fangfang supported his idea, so he was a bit happy and excited at this moment.

However, Wan Fangfang’s next words made him quiet down completely.

Wan Fangfang said, "Wu Heng, I believe you have the potential to be a successful singer in the industry. But I have some advice for you, and I wonder if you’re willing to listen."

"Of course, Fangfang, go ahead. I’ll listen to you."

"I’ve managed many top stars, so I understand that the most important thing for us in the entertainment industry is to find our position and secure our place. Without a doubt, the market has proven that your position is singing trivial songs. Only by singing these songs can you gain more attention. So, my suggestion is to continue with this style."

Wan Fangfang’s words were quite tactful to spare Wu Heng’s feelings.

However, Wu Heng didn’t seem to take it in. He had been pondering this issue all night, and he was too concerned about being called the King of Trivial Songs.

In his heart, he was more inclined to tear off this label.

So, he immediately expressed, "But Fangfang, isn’t life about proving oneself? As you said, this is my first variety show, which means I’m just starting. I think I can try different things and let fans and netizens see another side of me."

"Proving oneself is important, but understanding oneself is even more crucial. Do you know why Zhou Chen initially wrote trivial songs for you? Because he, like me, understands that trivial songs suit you best. You should understand this too," Wan Fangfang continued to persuade.

"Zhou Chen doesn’t know me well, so he thinks that way. If he writes a meaningful song for me, he’ll see my versatility."

Wu Heng still didn’t understand the limitations of his singing abilities, so he remained full of confidence.

"Wu Heng, think it over. I’ve given my advice. I’ll talk to you about this again tomorrow. I have to go to a meeting now."

Wan Fangfang wanted to continue persuading, but her phone rang, so she had to leave the rehearsal room after a brief statement.

Wu Heng planned to find Zhou Chen to discuss this further. However, as soon as he left the rehearsal room, he ran into fellow trainee Wang Yifan.

"Hey, isn’t this Wu Heng? Congratulations, you've been trending online for a while with those trivial songs. Truly the King of Trivial Songs," Wang Yifan said with a tone full of jealousy.

"Stop with the trivial songs. My talent isn’t just for trivial songs; it's just that Zhou Chen writes them for me and not other types of songs," Wu Heng replied, clearly unhappy.

Upon hearing this, Wang Yifan’s eyes lit up, and he deliberately said, "Seems like you understand. I also think Zhou Chen is purposely writing trivial songs for you. With your talent, you could sing other songs just fine, but he only writes trivial songs for you. Think about why that is."

"Zhou Chen and his agent both told me that trivial songs suit me. But I want to show a different side of myself."

Wu Heng, being simple-minded, didn't guard against Wang Yifan.

Little did he know that after the feud between Zhou Chen and the Wang family, Wang Yifan had become jealous of Zhou Chen. He even believed that Zhou Chen's conflict with Wang Wei hindered his own progress.

Among Wanhe's trainees, Wang Yifan was second only to Zhou Chen in talent and ability.

But now, Zhou Chen was getting all the resources, and Wang Yifan had no chance to appear on variety shows.

Seeing someone like Wu Heng doing better than him made Wang Yifan even more envious and resentful.

"Do you believe them? Zhou Chen and his agent are in cahoots, of course they’d say the same thing."

Wang Yifan began to sow discord between Wu Heng and Zhou Chen.

"What do you mean?"

"The meaning is clear. They don’t want you to prove yourself. Think about it. If Zhou Chen writes good songs for you and you outshine him, how can he continue to hog all the resources and attention at Wanhe? It’s a setup by him and his agent, and you’re still in the dark."

Wu Heng, being simple-minded, thought for a moment and felt it made sense.

Taking advantage of this, Wang Yifan continued to provoke, "He’s despicable. On one hand, he claims to dislike trivial songs, yet he keeps writing them for you. Meanwhile, he writes good songs for himself. He gets all the praise, and you’re left with the title of King of Trivial Songs."

"Damn it, no wonder he always finds excuses when I ask him not to write trivial songs. So he’s afraid I'll steal his thunder. I’m going to confront him right now."

Believing Wang Yifan’s words, Wu Heng got more and more agitated, and he headed straight to Zhou Chen with rolled-up sleeves.

"Zhou Chen, today you must give me a clear answer."

"Uh, clear about what?" Zhou Chen asked, bewildered.

"Why do you keep writing trivial songs for me? Tell me, why do you always write trivial songs?" Wu Heng demanded.

"Is there a problem with that?" Zhou Chen asked in return.

"Yes, I don’t want to sing trivial songs, but you keep writing them for me. Out of respect for you and Fangfang, I’ve sung three trivial songs. Now the whole internet praises your talent but calls me the King of Trivial Songs. Tell me, are you doing this on purpose? Are you afraid to write good songs for me because I’ll steal your spotlight?"

"Alright, since you’ve asked, I’ll ask you back. Do you really know your own skills? Do you really think I enjoy writing those trivial songs? Do you think that’s all I can write? The fact is, you can only handle trivial songs. If I write anything else, you won’t be able to pull it off. Even if you try, you’ll fail miserably. Are you satisfied with this answer?"

Since Wu Heng was being blunt, Zhou Chen didn’t hold back and directly confronted him.

Having time-traveled, Zhou Chen didn’t care much about social niceties anymore, and with Wu Heng acting this way, he was even less inclined to be polite.

Zhou Chen’s words stunned Wu Heng, rendering him speechless.

When he finally gathered his thoughts, he retorted, "Are you looking down on me? Do you think only you can sing songs with depth and meaning? Are you saying no one else can?"

"I never said anything about others. I’m only talking about you."

Zhou Chen’s single statement immediately shut down Wu Heng’s argument.

Wu Heng felt utterly embarrassed and humiliated because Zhou Chen had indeed only criticized him, not anyone else.

"Fine, write a deep and meaningful song for me. I’ll sing it and show you, and everyone else, that I’m not just about trivial songs."

"Alright, here’s 'Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.' Go ahead and sing it."


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