In the evening, Lin Chudong reported on his work to Lin Qiqi as usual.
Lin Chudong: Did you see the Weibo post for Hundred Praise King? I'm recording a new episode tomorrow.
Lin Qiqi: I saw it, hehe. I know Yang Han, who's also on the show with you. I heard she was swindled out of money by her friends and parents, so pitiful.
Lin Chudong: Miss, that might not be true.
Lin Qiqi: It is true, I saw it in the news.
Lin Chudong: ...
Lin Chudong shrugged. Fine, if she said it was true, then it was true, as long as this young miss didn't fall for any more scams.
That son of a bitch Tian Yingxiong was really despicable. Lin Qiqi had even donated to him. If it weren't for his sensationalized news, Qiqi wouldn't have been conned.
This money, he'll have to pay it back sooner or later.
Lin Chudong: Are you still busy these days?
Lin Qiqi: Not so busy anymore. There's one more play, and then I'll be getting ready for the Spring Festival Gala.
Lin Chudong: What's your program for the Spring Festival Gala?
Lin Qiqi: Singing, I think. Sister Song said so.
Lin Chudong pondered for a moment. Although Lin Qiqi isn't a professional singer, it's normal for a top-tier idol to sing at the Spring Festival Gala. Even professional singers might be in a group performance, while top-tier idols might get a solo.
Given Lin Qiqi's status, she'll definitely be singing solo. And she's a pretty good singer, so she'll undoubtedly be a beautiful sight.
Lin Chudong: I'll tell Sister Song that I'll tailor a song for you, something perfect for you to sing at the Spring Festival Gala.
Lin Qiqi: Okay, hehe.
...
After two days of rehearsals, Lin Chudong glanced at the timer on the treasure chest. There were still a little over three days left. It seemed he'd have to wait until the show aired to open it. He wondered what he'd get from the silver treasure chest this time, a little anticipation bubbling up inside him.
The recording was about to start in a few hours. Lin Chudong and the others packed up their things, preparing to head to the television station.
Suddenly, Lin Chudong's phone rang. He smiled and answered it.
"Director Sun, don't rush me, I'm about to leave."
Director Sun's serious voice came from the phone, "Da Fei, tell the band to go to the television station first. You come to the train station by yourself. I need to talk to you about something."
Lin Chudong was taken aback, "Alright."
After telling Liang Yin and the others, he got in the car and drove straight to the train station.
Arriving at the station, Lin Chudong spotted Sun Xuan.
Sun Xuan was holding a suitcase and waving at him.
Lin Chudong suddenly felt a bad premonition, but he still walked over quickly.
"Director Sun, what's this?"
Sun Xuan sighed, "I suddenly received a transfer order just now. I've been transferred to Capital City to be a producer. I won't be in charge of the Magic City Television station anymore, including the Hundred Praise King program."
"It's a good thing for me, I'm going to CCTV, but it's not a good thing for you. I won't be able to protect you anymore."
"I really feel a bit bad about this..."
Lin Chudong smiled, "Don't say that, Director Sun. You invited me to the Mid-Autumn Festival Gala, which means you think highly of me. I'm sincerely happy for your promotion. Congratulations! Maybe I'll have a chance to be on a CCTV program in the future, and I'll still need your help."
Sun Xuan patted Lin Chudong on the shoulder and said,
"I know you're talented. Besides me, the others at the Modu Television Station have issues with you. After I leave, they'll definitely eliminate you in the first episode of Hundred Praise King. Be prepared."
Lin Chudong nodded. "It's okay. It's good to be on one episode. Don't worry, Brother Sun!"
Sun Xuan was very gratified. "Good, hearing you call me Brother Sun makes me feel much better. I've accepted you as my younger brother. I'll get a firm footing at CCTV and come back for you later. I'll think of a way to help you with the Spring Festival Gala."
Sun Xuan didn't dare to make any promises now, but it was also his fault back then. He hadn't stopped Guan Lu's reckless behavior in time, or Lin Chudong wouldn't have caused such a big scene over that matter.
"Thank you, Brother Sun. Take care on your journey."
"Yeah, perform well in tonight's show. Sing a song with a little more staying power, you know? I've already had the finance department transfer your appearance fees in advance. It's three hundred thousand for one episode, just in case they try to pull something after I leave." "Understood, Brother Sun, thanks for the trouble!"
After seeing Sun Xuan onto the train, Lin Chudong's brow furrowed slightly.
Plans really do change faster than you expect. Originally, I thought I'd found a benefactor, and I could at least get on a few shows to earn some money.
But Sun Xuan got promoted all of a sudden and went to CCTV, so his show only has this one opportunity.
Back at the television station, Liang Yin and the others had already finished their makeup backstage. Seeing how excited they were, Lin Chudong told them what had happened.
Immediately, everyone's faces turned a bit grim.
If this show was fair and just, then Da Fei would be a complete mismatch compared to them, like adults bullying children, and the championship would be a sure thing.
But now, after hearing what Sun Xuan said, there was no chance at all.
"If our songs are really better than others, will they really turn a blind eye and say our songs aren't good?"
Lin Chudong shook his head, "No."
"After all, the director and producer aren't fools. If the audience actually sees us, who are better, get eliminated, they'll definitely be criticized."
"If it really happens that the opponent is too weak and we're too strong, they'll order us to re-record and change to a song that's worse than theirs."
Liang Yin frowned, "So despicable? Then what do we do?"
Lin Chudong said, "There's nothing we can do now. We only have one performance opportunity for this episode. Without Director Sun, we can't go on with this show. So, let's just treat it like a performance at a music festival."
At this moment, a familiar figure suddenly walked in. It was none other than Cheng Huanhuan, the famous hostess from Shanghai.
Cheng Huanhuan walked into the dressing room and gave Lin Chudong a look.
Lin Chudong followed her out and went to a corner. He saw that Cheng Huanhuan's eyes were red, as if she had been crying.
"Da Fei, do you know that Director Sun is gone?"
Lin Chudong said, "I know. I'll go see him off."
"Well, they've replaced him with Director Zhu Ying. That guy's a total yes-man; he'll do whatever President Lu says. You'll definitely be eliminated in the first round."
Lin Chudong said, "I figured as much. Why are you telling me this?"
Cheng Huanhuan and Lin Chudong weren't particularly close. For her to risk offending the higher-ups and tell him this, Lin Chudong was a bit surprised.
Cheng Huanhuan said, "You solved my biggest rival, Guan Lu. This is me returning the favor."
Lin Chudong smiled slightly. So that's it. However, he'd only targeted Guan Lu to protect himself. He didn't mind making friends with Cheng Huanhuan, since she was being friendly.
"You're already very capable. I think you're just as good as CCTV's star speaker, Deng Siqing."
Cheng Huanhuan said, "Don't flatter me. Deng Siqing is the queen of CCTV. I'm not worthy! Although we're classmates, I can't compare to her at all."
Lin Chudong was a little surprised. He didn't expect Cheng Huanhuan to be classmates with CCTV's top anchor. It seemed she had some connections.
"Did you just cry? Are you okay?"
Cheng Huanhuan pursed her lips, her eyes reddening again. She turned her head slightly, her voice choked with emotion.
"I'm fine. My dad just called. He said my mom passed away."
"Actually, she's had lung cancer for a long time. She hasn't been able to take care of herself, so it's a relief."
"It's just a shame that I have to work at this time. I can't quite control my emotions."
Lin Chudong patted her shoulder. "My condolences. Maybe she's not dead; she's just accompanying you in a different way."
Cheng Huanhuan was stunned. She suddenly found Lin Chudong's way of comforting people a little different.
"You're going on first in a little while, so get ready."
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