The Fortunate Demoniac Little Village Doctor
Chapter 563 - 563 534 Background

563: Chapter 534 Background 563: Chapter 534 Background “Boss lady, what you’re saying isn’t right, how can you say I’m peeping?

I’m blatantly watching.

As for going to work… Let’s wait and see…”

All over the nation, every shop and business with a television was broadcasting this earth-shaking national talent show event.

The entertainment and even the regular lives of the people had been completely dominated by this event, intensified under the instigation of media and newspapers.

The girl sighed and was about to leave when suddenly Annie, the judge, called her back, “Wait!”

The girl immediately stopped in her tracks, and the hope that had just been dashed suddenly reignited.

She asked Annie, “Is there something else you want to say, Judge?”

Annie rested her chin in her hand, gazed at the girl for a long while, then after feigning deep thought, she said, “Did you know?

I’ve been waiting!

Do you know what I’ve been waiting for?”

The girl still shook her head cluelessly.

“I’ve been waiting for you to bring out the depth of this song.

I feel you’re not quite there yet, really!

You have to know, the person who wrote these lyrics, San Mao, was a writer, and a very experienced one at that.

So this song is indeed a bit challenging for you.

But…

I really think there’s a little something more you haven’t shown yet.

I want to give you a chance.

I wonder what Teacher Wei Song thinks?” Annie said, looking towards Wei Song on her left.

“Ding!” A sound rang as Teacher Wei Song hit his pass bell again, “I choose to let her advance.

I think you all know that before I entered the music industry, I was a writer, and I had even visited San Mao.

Of course, I was young then, and perhaps my understanding of this song and of San Mao herself is still stuck in those old impressions, so I think her rendition was very good.

Of course!

Just like Annie said, there is indeed room for further improvement!

I am looking forward to your next performance!

I hope to keep you on this stage!

What does Teacher Bao Dabai think?”

Upon hearing Wei Song refer to him, and as Annie looked his way too, Bao Dabai immediately replied, “I stick to my own opinion.

She shouldn’t advance!

I don’t have a rich background or experience; I’m just a musician, a very ordinary musician at that.

So, my judgment is purely based on the musical perspective.

And from that perspective, my verdict in two words — eliminated!”

“I hope that Teacher Bao Dabai realizes that music isn’t just simple melodies, but includes rich emotive lyrics.

Emotions!

Lyrics!

It involves literature!

Hence, music should carry some weight!

I think she managed to do that!

I insist that she advances today!” Wei Song said to Bao Dabai, clearly challenging him.

“Hey!

Come here!

Come here!

They are clashing!

They are arguing!”

“Really?

Really?

This show is getting more and more exciting!”

“I think Wei Song has a point!

That girl plays the guitar and sings quite well!”

“It seems like her singing skills are somewhat lacking though!

Advancing doesn’t make sense!”

“It’s all on Annie now!

Let’s see what she has to say!

These two men, really!

Show some respect for a woman’s opinion!

Always bickering endlessly!”

“You don’t understand!

It needs to be like this to be intriguing!

Looks like things are getting more serious!”

“…”

The guitar-playing contestant caused a ferocious argument among the three judges in Beijing, and the entire audience quickly split into factions, arguing about it.

Some supported the guitarist and Wei Song, believing music should convey deep meanings, while others sided with Bao Dason, believing music should be pure.

Some believed the female judge should be respected.

The dispute escalated and in a matter of minutes turned into debates among households, restaurants, companies, and even in parks, with so-called experts even starting to voice their opinions on the concept of music and its future direction.

Meanwhile, in Liu Hun’s office, a few people were closely monitoring the situation on-site, ready to make arrangements at any moment.

“President Liu!

The viewership ratings of two TV stations are skyrocketing!

Newspapers and magazines are also increasing their print runs!” Gao Yelan happily reported to Liu Hun after receiving updates from the two companies.

“Temper it down a bit, don’t go too far!

The underlying rule is no physical altercations!

Let the guitar girl advance!

This topic and buzz can then continue!

We might even focus on promoting and cultivating her in the future.” Liu Hun told Su Muqing.

Having a controversial contestant could attract significant attention without much effort from the company, which was absolutely beneficial.

“Right!

Leave some space in the magazines and newspapers for exclusive interviews with the three judges and the guitar-playing contestant!” Liu Hun further instructed Gao Yelan, wanting to intensify the debate and not let the selling point cool down.

“Yes!” Gao Yelan nodded and immediately left Liu Hun’s office, and Su Muqing got to work arranging things.

Back at the talent show in New Territory, the three judges were still arguing incessantly.

“Alright!

Alright!

Gentlemen!

Gentlemen!

Can I, a mere woman, say a few words?” Annie spoke to the two men beside her, worried that if she hadn’t been sitting between them, these two visibly agitated men might have already started fighting.

Both men, hearing her words, grudgingly closed their mouths.

“Two bell rings and you can advance!

So, the final decision rests in my hands!” Annie said, placing one hand on the bell but still not ringing it.

Watching from his command post at Tianyu Media, Wang Dongsheng immediately shouted into the intercom, “Go to commercial!

Quick!”

“Everyday Star Nutritional Milk Powder, helping your babies grow up healthy…”

“Cut!

Did she ring the bell or not?!”

“This ad is literally killing me!

Can’t they let me see the results before they show the ad?”

“What are you talking about!

She definitely won’t advance to the next round!”

“That’s what you think!

Let’s wait and see!”

“Fine, let’s wait and see!

You’ll see who’s right after the commercial!”

“I am going to the bathroom, keep an eye on it for me, and shout if they announce the results!”

“…”

All the viewers’ nerves twitched with the final result; some seized the chance to head to the bathroom, others to grab a drink, while some stared fiercely at the TV cursing the commercials, unable to tear themselves away.

Liu Hun looked at the increasing ad charges and viewer ratings with great satisfaction.

This was exactly the effect he had aimed for.

The guitar girl had to advance.

Those who hoped she would be kicked out would be disappointed, but in the next round, their anticipation for her elimination would surge even more fiercely.

And those who hoped she would go further would be even more supportive and attentive to her.

That’s the psychology of the audience!

That’s where the money comes from!

Minutes after the commercial, the camera cut back to the talent show, and the anxious viewers returned to their TVs, eagerly awaiting their desired outcomes.

“So!” Annie said, hand hovering over the bell, asking the female contestant, “Qi Gongru, tell me, if you get eliminated today, will you continue to sing?”

“I will!” Qi Gongru answered firmly.

“Is that because you’re hoping I’ll ring this bell, or is it your dream?” Annie stared intently at Qi Gongru.

Qi Gongru put down her guitar, showed her palms to Annie, and said, “I have always been chasing my dream, despite the scars on my hands and in my heart.

I always have and always will!”

“Ding!” Annie harshly rang the bell of advancement, stood up, and extended her arms towards Qi Gongru, “Congratulations!

You’ve advanced!

I wish you an ever-longer journey ahead!”

They embraced tightly, and the camera immediately cut to their tear-filled faces for a close-up.

“Promise me!

Stick to your dream, will you?” Annie asked with a hoarse voice.

“Mhm, mhm, I promise!

I promise you, Teacher Annie!

I will definitely keep going!” Qi Gongru sobbed and nodded her head in response.

“It’s so…

so touching!

This girl is so outstanding!”

“I’m about to cry!

Boss Liu pours me some coffee; I need to stabilize my emotions!”

“Sob sob sob…

just make it yourself…”

“Hey!

Although she’s very persistent and hardworking, it seems like her talent is…

don’t look at me like that…

just commenting.”

“…”

“Clap!

Clap!

Clap!” Sitting in his office, Liu Hun couldn’t help but clap and praise, “Very good!

Very good!

Perfect!”

“Boss Liu, these are today’s viewer ratings statistics and messages and calls from thrilled viewers.” Gao Yelan reported to Liu Hun, then continued, “The three judges and Qi Gongru are already on their way to Tianyu Media, their interviews will be in the newspapers and magazines tomorrow morning.”

“Mhm!” Liu Hun nodded at Gao Yelan, then said, “Protect this girl’s positive image, even if she has any negative past or news, try to avoid it!

Don’t ruin the public’s sympathy!”

“Yes, but…” Gao Yelan seemed troubled as she spoke to Liu Hun, “We can ensure it in Tianyu’s newspapers and magazines, but we can’t guarantee other media, especially those jealous ones who might dig up her past and hold grudges.”

Liu Hun narrowed his eyes slightly and nodded slowly, “Now that we’ve established a good image for her, it can’t be damaged.

She needs to continue advancing.

What if some negative information comes out about her, what do we do?”

“Eliminate her?” Su Muqing tentatively responded.

Liu Hun shook his head, “No!

Think about it, she already has high attention, if some negative news breaks out, the focus on her would skyrocket.

And then if we suddenly eliminate her?

Every viewer would suspect backdoor manipulations!

We would lose all credibility!”

“Then shall we keep her on this stage?” Gao Yelan answered again.

Liu Hun shook his head again, “That’s not a good option either.

Think about it, if you absolutely hate something, like a piece of rat droppings on a cake, would you still eat that piece of cake?”