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Luo Lingxing’s only job right now was shooting ‘Challenge All In’ and preparing for the concert. Although he did receive invitations to shoot TV dramas or endorse films every day. Guan Anhua and Chen Hongliang were heartbroken to see he’d rejected every offer, but they respected Luo Lingxing’s choice.
Besides the shoot, Luo Lingxing either practiced at home or went to the military district to train. He had a very leisurely life.
However, not everyone was as leisurely as him. Compared to Luo Lingxing, the other fixed guests were very busy with work. Although to ensure they had enough energy, their company didn’t dare arrange too much work for them, but they didn’t have time to leisurely stay at home either. This was also the case for those under Jun Ling Entertainment.
Moreover, the opportunities that Luo Lingxing rejected, Chen Hongliang recommended them to the suitable artists under Jun Ling Entertainment. If the merchant or director agreed, they could still be friendly and continue to cooperate. Even so, Jun Ling Entertainment took the initiative to find many good opportunities. The artists that signed under Jun Ling Entertainment, especially the new ones, were very excited because they were able to grab some good opportunities that other newcomers that debuted around the same time as them couldn’t get. They felt that they made the right choice in signing with this company.
Zhao Hanyu participated in ‘Challenge All In’ just after her debut. After the first two episodes aired, she also gained some fans. Therefore, the company arranged some announcements for her after her shoot so that she could increase her exposure and show her face more to her fans. Yi Chenhao and Su Yang had debuted for some period already, so they already had a fixed amount of true love fans. Their assignments were easier to arrange than Zhao Hanyu, but they would occasionally attend other programs together to promote ‘Challenge All In’.
Everything was slowly moving on the right track for Jun Ling Entertainment. The reviews they received were very positive. They were fearlessly trying new things such as shooting TV dramas, making movies, and even shooting a reality show. The fans’ acceptance rate for all of this was also very high. They gave constant encouragement and support.
However, the news of the concerto they were preparing gave the fans a moment of concern. It made many industry insiders who were impressed by Jun Ling Entertainment’s achievements not view them optimistically. They were waiting for their downfall.
Probably because of the small number of musicians in the era, almost all musicians who had the ability to hold a concerto could all be recommended by those artists. It was enough to show how much status they had.
Of course, those who could hold a concerto not only required having funds, but also the ability of the musician themselves. If they held a concerto but didn’t really have the ability to hold one, then they would only embarrass themselves. A musician wouldn’t put themselves through that. They would rather enjoy their fame quietly instead of completely destroying themselves in an attempt to expand their popularity.
That was why everyone was reacting so greatly at the fact that Jun Ling Entertainment was holding a concerto this time.
However, this didn’t affect Chen Hongliang. Although Chen Hongliang never heard Luo Lingxing play before, he had unshakable confidence in Luo Lingxing. Luo Lingxing had shown so many skills they hadn’t seen before, and he wasn’t a boastful person. If he wanted to hold a concerto, he must be confident in his skills. All Chen Hongliang needed to do was prepare it. He didn’t need to doubt anything.
However, not everyone had such confidence in Luo Lingxing. Even if the entirety of Jun Ling Entertainment were fans of Luo Lingxing, it was inevitable to have some worries.
“What instrument will Young master Luo play at the concerto?” An executive in charge of preparing the concerto couldn’t help but ask.
He recently read too much information and comments on the internet regarding the preparations of the concerto. His mood was heavy, and he was even a little panicked. This time, he came around to ask so that he could feel a little bit more at ease. He also came as part of the company’s senior management.
“I don’t know,” Chen Hongliang replied cheerfully.
The man had an incredulous expression. His eyes widened with surprise. “You don’t know?”
He didn’t expect Chen Hongliang to answer like this. Even though he didn’t know what Young master Luo was going to play, he still dared to prepare a concerto for him? Was he crazy? The executive was even more worried now.
“Luoluo is always practicing at home, but don’t worry. When has Luoluo ever made a wrong choice? He won’t make a mistake this time either.” Chen Hongliang had full confidence in Luo Lingxing.
That being said, the executives still felt their heart beat fast. “But a concerto is a different matter. If we fail, then the popularity and reputation our company gained will be severely damaged.”
“Trust in Luoluo. There won’t be any issues.” Chen Hongliang could only comfort the executives like this for now. After all, the concert was already being prepared. There was no other way to reassure him.
“That won’t do. Let’s ask Young master Luo to practice at the company. We’ll find a professional to evaluate him. If he doesn’t meet the standards needed for a concerto, then the concerto can’t be held. Otherwise, we’ll just be damaging ourselves,” the executive said hastily.
Since nothing had been officially announced or publicized yet, it was still possible to cancel it. Those online remarks were also speculative. As long as they didn’t admit it, it wouldn’t have much impact on their company.
Chen Hongliang looked at the executive’s genuine worried expression and thought about it and said, “Then I’ll discuss it with Luoluo.”
“Yes, that would be great.” The executive finally let out a smile. He must be evaluated first before he could feel at ease. “Then I’ll go find a professional.”
“Okay,” Chen Hongliang replied. After the executive left, he contacted Luo Lingxing and relayed the situation to him.
Luo Lingxing didn’t get mad. He quickly responded saying that he would head to the company tomorrow.
“Who called?” Han Junzhan was holding a plate of treats. When he entered the room, he saw Luo Lingxing had just hung up the phone and asked who was calling.
“Brother Chen asked me to practice at the company tomorrow,” Luo Lingxing said. He didn’t tell Han Junzhan that he would be evaluated before he could hold the concerto. In any case, he was confident with his skills.
If other musicians had their ability questions, they would be very angry, but Luo Lingxing was different. His original goal was to gather his fans so that he could obtain Power of Faith. He didn’t care about anything else.
After breakfast the next day, Han Junzhan went to the company with Luo Lingxing. Chen Hongliang was already waiting in the lobby when they arrived. He rushed forward when he saw Luo Lingxing and said, “Let’s go together. Luoluo, don’t be angry. They are also worried about the company’s reputation.”
Chen Hongliang had been worried that Luo Lingxing was angry this whole time after ending the call last night. Luo Lingxing was the boss of Jun Ling Entertainment, and he had a right to decide on the company’s affairs. Luo Lingxing also had the ability. Regardless of anything else, if Luo Lingxing wanted to hold a concerto, the company should prepare one for him. But in order for the rest of the company to be at ease, they needed to see Luo Lingxing’s skill. Of course, he was also interested in this.
“I’m not angry. I was going to come to the company after a while anyway,” Luo Lingxing said with a smile. He really didn’t care.
Seeing this, Chen Hongliang was finally relieved. They were from the same company, after all. He naturally hoped that they could work together without any friction.
“Young master Luo, you’re here,” Liu Zhihu quickly greeted Luo Lingxing with a smile.
Liu Zhihu was the same executive who had spoken to Chen Hongliang before.
“Good morning,” Luo Lingxing replied with a smile.
“Is everything prepared?” Chen Hongliang asked.
“Mn. Master Qi is already inside,” Liu Zhihu said with a hint of excitement.
He only had half a day and wasn’t sure if he’d be able to get the music master over to help. He didn’t have any friends in this field, after all. As a result, when he was looking for a friend to consult, that friend happened to know a music master, so they contacted him.
Although Master Qi never held his own concertos, he was very famous in the music industry, His musical level wasn’t low. To be able to invite him was an honor.
“Luoluo, do you need time to prepare?” Chen Hongliang asked.
“No need. Let’s head in,” Luo Lingxing said calmly, then turned to Han Junzhan. “Go help Xiao Liu deal with the company affairs and come back when you’re done. I’ll practice here.”
Han Junzhan looked at Luo Lingxing, then turned to Chen Hongliang and Liu Zhihu. However, since Liu Zhihu had spoken, he wouldn’t dare refuse. If something really had happened, he wouldn’t hide from him.
“Okay.” And so Han Junzhan went straight upstairs to handle the company affairs.
Luo Lingxing followed Chen Hongliang into the practice room. An elderly man with floral sewed clothes was sitting inside sipping on tea. Although the person looked quite old, and part of his hair was gray, he looked very spirited, elegant, and leisurely. With a hint of nobility and elegance fitting of an indifferent musician.
“Master Qi, hello. This is the president of our company, and this is Director Chen,” Liu Zhihu introduced them to Master Qi.
Master Qi nodded hello. There was a proud expression on his face, but he still looked kind. His eyes fell on Luo Lingxing for the first time.
“Is this the person holding the concerto?” Master Qi asked.
“Yes,” Luo Lingxing replied unabashedly.
“Can I see your instrument?” Master Qi asked again.
Luo Lingxing took the guqin out from his space. The three people in front of him were very surprised. Chen Hongliang and Liu Zhihu were still okay since they didn’t know much about musical instruments. They were just shocked to see something as ancient as a guqin. But Master Qi was different. If it wasn’t for his calmness that he’d accumulated over the years, he might have already lost his mind and screamed right now. It was already good enough that he didn’t scream.
Master Qi’s eyes were round from staring. HIs expression was full of surprise. It was as if he’d seen something that was impossible to see. His eyes were fixed on the guqin.
“Master, what’s the matter?” Luo Lingxing looked at his guqin, then at the person in front of him and questioned him. He knew his guqin was of good quality, so it was normal for people to be surprised when they saw it. However, the expression of the master was a little too extreme. It was a little abnormal.
“Is…is that a seven string zither?” Master Qi took a while before he found his voice again and managed to ask. His voice trembled.
“Correct,” Luo Lingxing replied.
Master Qi’s expression finally returned to normal, but his gaze stayed fixed. He greedily looked at the ancient guqin, as if it was the most delicious thing he’d ever seen.
Master Qi knew he’d lost control of his emotions, but that was nothing compared to being able to see an ancient guqin.
This was a seven string zither. It was a legendary guqin that could not only be seen in some ancient books. Although those ancient books occasionally mentioned these instruments in a sentence or two, because there were no pictures, one could only imagine what it looked like, let only try to replicate one.
