AFVSIBS Chapter 209: Expectations for "Blue and White Porcelain"

While Zhou Chen and Yang Hanhhan were having breakfast together, Wan Fangfang called him.

Hearing that he was with Yang Hanhhan, Wan Fangfang decided not to join them, saying she would just grab something outside.

The reason was simple: she didn’t want to intrude on Zhou Chen and Yang Hanhhan’s time together.

Although Zhou Chen had repeatedly told her that he and Yang Hanhhan were just ordinary friends, Wan Fangfang, being experienced, could sense that there was something subtle between them. They seemed like ordinary friends, yet there was something more.

Besides, which couple or spouses didn’t start as ordinary friends?

Zhou Chen was exceptionally talented, and Yang Hanhhan was a national goddess. Wan Fangfang still hoped these two could end up together.

Just as she put down her phone and was about to head out, her phone rang again. It was Cheng Qiang, the director of "The International Music Show."

"Miss Wan, how is Zhou Chen’s song preparation going?" Cheng Qiang asked with concern.

"Rest assured, Director Cheng, Zhou Chen’s song is ready. He practiced it in the rehearsal room yesterday afternoon, so there won’t be any surprises."

"I asked him the other day, and he said he was composing a new song inspired by porcelain. How is the quality of this new song? Can we count on it?"

Cheng Qiang was most concerned about this. After all, "The International Music Show" was originally broadcast during prime time, but he had changed it to 6 PM to accommodate Zhou Chen’s schedule.

Since the news was announced, this change had been highly controversial, with many in the industry watching the ratings of the first episode closely.

Cheng Qiang knew that if the first episode’s ratings were poor, he would become a laughingstock in the industry. So, he needed confidence in Zhou Chen’s new song to sleep soundly.

"It’s excellent. Zhou Chen has composed a new song called 'Blue and White Porcelain.' Director Cheng, I can assure you, this song is exceptional, a classic among classics. Once it’s performed, it will undoubtedly leave people stunned."

Wan Fangfang understood Cheng Qiang’s concerns, so she gave him reassurance.

"Good, with your word, I can relax."

Cheng Qiang said with relief.

"I understand your earlier worries. Honestly, I had the same concerns at first. But Zhou Chen is Zhou Chen, his talent is so extraordinary that I, as his agent, am often in awe of it."

"Yes, now 'The International Music Show' is the only variety show in the country, even in the world, starting at 6 PM. The pressure is immense. But since you say his new song is so excellent and classic, I have no worries. We’ll just wait for him to surprise us."

"Thank you, Director Cheng. If there’s nothing else, I’ll hang up now."

With that, Wan Fangfang hung up the phone.

Cheng Qiang finally relaxed, leaning back in his chair.

"Director Cheng, how is it? Did Wan Fangfang say Zhou Chen’s new song is up to standard?" the assistant asked curiously.

"She said Zhou Chen’s new song is very good, so we can rest assured. Wan Fangfang is an honest agent; her words should be true. So we can also relax a bit."

With that, Cheng Qiang took a sip of tea from the table.

"You’re right, Director. As long as Zhou Chen’s song is fine, the ratings will be fine. I’ve come to realize he was born for the entertainment industry."

This conclusion came from the assistant’s investigation over the past few days. Initially, he had prejudices against Zhou Chen, thinking he was too stubborn and arrogant.

But after a few days of investigation, he found Zhou Chen to be a genius.

He also understood why his boss, Cheng Qiang, had gone to such lengths to invite Zhou Chen to "The International Music Show."

"Yes, but I heard he wants to stay away from the entertainment industry. Even Wanhe’s president, Chen Jie, couldn’t secure a long-term contract with him. Fortunately, there are still three years left on his contract with Wanhe. In these three years, Wanhe can make a lot of money with him."

"Maybe geniuses have unique thoughts. As long as he participates in our show, we don’t need to worry about anything else."

"True, the rest doesn’t concern us. By the way, how are the other international singers doing? Since this show will be live-streamed domestically and internationally, their quality must also be ensured."

"Most international singers have chosen to sing songs related to porcelain in their own languages, except for four singers from Country A and Country B, who want to sing in Chinese."

"Countries A and B are our neighbors. Their desire to sing in Chinese is likely an attempt to break into the Chinese market. Although their cultural levels are not low, their markets are much smaller compared to ours."

Cheng Qiang quickly analyzed their intentions.

"Yes, in recent years, Korean wave has also entered our market, and Country A wants a piece of it too. Fortunately, we have talents like Zhou Chen in the Chinese music scene. The new generation is producing geniuses like him."

"Let them sing whatever they want. We should be gracious and cooperate with them as much as possible. Each of them has a significant influence in their own country, and there’s no need to offend them. Through them, we are also promoting our country’s culture."

"Understood, I’ll check if they need anything else."

With that, Cheng Qiang’s assistant left.

After his assistant left, Cheng Qiang felt that having Zhou Chen participate in "The International Music Show" wasn’t enough. He needed to create more buzz.

So, he immediately called the staff to announce Zhou Chen’s creation of a new song.

He wanted the whole internet to know about this and to pique netizens’ interest in Zhou Chen’s new song.

Interest in Zhou Chen’s new song would translate to interest in "The International Music Show."

After all, Zhou Chen’s new song would be performed for the first time on "The International Music Show."

Soon, under the staff’s efforts, the news about Zhou Chen performing a newly composed song in the first episode of "The International Music Show" spread online.

"Have you heard? Zhou Chen is going to compose a new song based on the word 'porcelain' for the show, and it’s a new single."

"It’s true; it’s officially announced. Zhou Chen is amazing, always composing new songs and performing them in shows."

"That’s Zhou Chen for you, always taking the unconventional path."

"The word 'porcelain' isn’t easy to compose a song about, but for Zhou Chen, it shouldn’t be difficult. His talent is well-known."

"So, let’s just look forward to his new single. Being Zhou Chen’s fan is so rewarding; we often get to hear new songs."

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