Chapter 2211 - 2214: Writing a Love Song for the Mermaid Princess (Fifth Update)

A thousand miles away, the stunning movie queen Song Weiyin stared in shock at the frozen video frame, while her ears were still filled with the perfect singing of Qian Ning, leaving not only her in a daze, but also the highly-paid vocal coach beside her, a first-class music maestro in Huaxia, equally shocked.

"Impossible, such a perfect voice belongs to a hall of fame singer, how can she be only eighth place?"

Hearing the vocal coach's somewhat angry voice, the stunning movie queen Song Weiyin turned back in shock and said, "Mr. Ji, although I agree with you, you must understand, not all audiences are sophisticated enough."

The vocal coach sighed and said, "Alas, it's a pity. If it were in a music academy, her song would definitely receive full applause."

Song Weiyin smiled and said, "That Ai Ruoling is also great, she sings very accurately, and she's pretty too, with long white legs, enchanting dance moves, and seductive eyes, it's impossible not to score high."

The vocal coach sighed somewhat forlornly and said, "Truly elegant art is often hard for the public to accept."

Hearing this, Song Weiyin raised an eyebrow in surprise, hesitated for a moment, and then said, "I don't quite feel that way, any art shouldn't just stay in the halls but should be something everyone can accept. Qian Ning's song is beautiful, but it's rarefied and elitist."

"Some people just want entertainment. If she insists on making people ponder humanity, then it's normal for them not to vote for her because what she offers isn't what the audience wants."

This made the vocal coach silent for a long moment, who then said, "Maybe you're right, but if she doesn't change her style, even with a perfect voice, she won't succeed."

Hearing this, the stunning movie queen Song Weiyin's eyes brightened, and she said, "There's nothing to worry about with Shen Qiang by her side. In tomorrow's quarter-finals, I think Qian Ning definitely won't lose."

In an instant, the female vocal coach was stunned: "Shen Qiang? Who is he?"

Meanwhile, over time, Jinli Qianning, who was originally in eighth place, and her song 'Homesickness,' have caused a sensation in the music circle.

Many professionals in the domestic music industry not only forwarded Qian Ning's song but also were lavish in their praise.

"This is the most beautiful voice I've heard."

"This is the true sound of heaven."

And some more excited professionals even wrote articles criticizing the impetuosity of the music circle, questioning why such a perfect work scored so low.

In such a context, public opinion quickly split into two factions.

Professionals unanimously felt that Qian Ning's song was perfect and deservedly first.

But ordinary audiences felt that Ai Ruoling's vibrant song and dance were better because art that doesn't entertain people shouldn't be presented to the public.

The overwhelming debate not only swiftly swept through Huaxia's internet.

But also drew close attention from music lovers and industry professionals worldwide.

However, the debate also led to no conclusion.

From a professional standpoint, Qian Ning's song is undeniably perfect.

But from an entertainment standpoint, Ai Ruoling's performance is more pleasing and welcomed.

For a time, this debate spread everywhere.

By dinner time, it seemed that everyone around the world was engaged in this debate online.

At this moment.

In the restaurant of Datong River Beijing store.

The Mermaid Princess, with a despondent demeanor, listened gloomily to the lively Ye Guyun vividly mimicking Gong Ziyi, saying: "Isn't eighth place still a loss? The person I'm supporting is first!"

"I'm sorry, Shen Qiang." Qian Ning said dejectedly.

Hearing this, Shen Qiang smiled, not only stopping Ye Guyun from saying more but also gently comforting: "Qian Ning, don't overthink it, it's not that you sang poorly, but you overlooked the audience's acceptance level. Overall, it was still a success. Tomorrow's quarter-finals is what truly decides the ranking, and with some slight adjustments, it won't be difficult to win them."

This relaxed Qian Ning's expression a bit, but then she said, "Since the audience doesn't like slow songs and don't like 'Homesickness,' I'll change it tomorrow."

"Already have a setlist?" Shen Qiang raised an eyebrow and asked.

Qian Ning nodded and said, "Yes, I'll switch to a more uplifting song, maybe an inspirational song."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang laughed and said, "Change to a love song with an upbeat tempo and a chorus that stirs the heart."

Qian Ning was stunned for a moment, then frowned and said, "A love song? I can't sing that well, always missing some emotion, and I haven't had any deep feelings, it's easy to mess it up, besides, they're all singing love songs, I don't want to be like them."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang laughed: "The reason they all sing love songs is because love is an eternal topic for humanity, everyone has experienced it, so everyone understands it, making it easy to stand out."

"And the reason you failed today is that many people have never left their hometown their whole life, so they simply don't understand 'Homesickness,' thus your singing was like playing a harp to a cow. So believe me, tomorrow, sing a love song, and I believe you will win."

Qian Ning frowned, hesitated a moment, and said: "But I have never been seriously in love, it's hard for me to sing a love song well."

"Don't worry, you're the best soul singer, you can do it." Shen Qiang comforted.

Qian Ning was silent for a moment, troubled: "But I've never written a song in that aspect, and to perform on stage tomorrow, it's obviously too late to write a new one."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang frowned and said, "You've never fantasized about love? I thought you would have."

Qian Ning's face turned a little red, and she murmured like a mosquito: "Well, before seeing you that day, I'd never thought about love, so I never really liked love songs."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang smiled and said, "Do you know anyone with exceptional talent in songwriting and composing?"

Qian Ning shook her head and said, "No." Then, she said in extreme disappointment: "Even if I participate in the quarter-finals tomorrow, there's no way I can win, there's simply no hope, unless suddenly, those audiences all fall in love with my inspirational song."

Looking at Shen Qiang, she sighed helplessly: "But that's clearly impossible, and there's no time to find someone to write a song in such a short time, so defeat is certain."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang smiled and said, "Don't worry, with me here, you won't lose."

Qian Ning was stunned: "You're going to write a song for me?"

"Yes." Shen Qiang's eyes sparkled as he raised an eyebrow and smiled: "Not only that, my work will surely help you become the champion."