blueteamnovel Chapter 39 The Moon Shines Over Mountains and Rivers
Chapter 39 The Moon Shines Over Mountains and Rivers
If the previous rounds were fiercely competitive, then the round of 50 to 25 was brutal.
The contestants who entered the waiting area came with a do-or-die attitude, and after the first round, the waiting contestants were even more popular.
This puts considerable pressure on the players who follow.
Nobody wants to be eliminated, so they have to use every trick in the book.
Chen Fan had to wear makeup this time.
He sat in front of the mirror, not daring to blink, "Teacher, is it done yet?"
The makeup artist was still meticulously working on his face when she said, "Wait!"
After losing weight, Chen Fan's face became more defined, and because he loves exercise and pays attention to his diet, his skin is incredibly good.
Makeup artists are even more willing to do his makeup.
Because of his excellent bone structure, he can produce outstanding results with just a few strokes.
Combined with his dashing and sharp temperament, this makeup perfectly captured Chen Fan's current high spirits.
"alright!"
Chen Fan let out a heavy sigh of relief; it was finally over.
Putting on makeup is such a chore.
"As of now, our competition is more than halfway through, and across all platforms..."
Youyou went on stage to remind the audience to vote for their favorite contestants, and then mysteriously announced the song Chen Fan would be singing.
"Next up is an extraordinary mortal!"
Cheers erupted from the audience. Youyou nodded helplessly, "Yes! Another original!"
"Please welcome Chen Fan to perform 'The Moon Shines Over the Mountains and Rivers'!"
Chen Fan entered the stage from the other side, with the spotlight shining on him.
Although the white trousers were still covered by a green frog jacket, his handsome face exuded a hint of youthful vigor.
The long eyelashes cast shadows under the eyes when the owner looks at the audience in the front row, inexplicably striking the hearts of every beauty enthusiast.
Chen Fan, who was squatting in the live broadcast room, was filled with disbelief!
Is this still the same Chen Fan who weighs 380 pounds but has no presence at all?
I never knew that losing weight could make your facial features more defined and even change your overall look!
The audience's reactions were more authentic.
"Holy crap! Did my eyes apply a special beauty filter to Chen Fan?"
"I declare that from today onwards, I am a fan of his looks!"
"Don't you guys think he has a very special air about him? He has this kind of young master vibe!"
"Upstairs! The aloof, ascetic type is so cool!"
"Holy crap! Which music academy does he go to? I want to go to that school too!"
As the soft accompaniment began, the discussion in the audience came to an abrupt halt.
This time, the accompaniment was a soothing piano piece!
Although no one said it, people left a lot of comments in the live chat.
"Wow! Is Mortal Bro going to slack off? But it sounds really good!"
"What style will it be this time? I really rack my brains every time, but I'm still amazed!"
"Waaah—waaah—"
Chen Fan began humming along with the accompaniment.
The clear, bright tone instantly captivated everyone's ears.
"Look at the towering mountains."
"The mountain road winds and turns"
"The river water splashed and soaked his clothes."
"Look at his thin shoulders."
Calluses on the palms
"I wonder how much heartache they've endured."
"Worn-out shoes that expose the toes"
"The clothes were mended several times."
"That bag contained only the simplest meal."
Sweat drips onto the exam paper, blurring the answers in the distance.
"His resolute brows and eyes were illuminated by candlelight."
As Chen Fan sang, the audience seemed to see a slender figure walking along a winding mountain path.
I heard that Chen Fan's hometown is in the mountains.
Chen Fan has perfect control over his voice. This song doesn't rely on excessive techniques; it's purely emotional.
He was just telling his own story.
On tonight's stage, the audience has seen too many dazzling skills, explosive performances, and high notes... but he just stood there quietly and sang, which captivated everyone's attention.
"The moonlight falls on the eaves and on the distant mountains and rivers."
"The boy at the foot of the mountains winds his way through the eighteen bends of the mountain road."
"His figure was unassuming, yet every step he took was courageous."
"Look at the stars, twinkling and shining on earth."
The second section of strings became more intense, and his voice also deepened accordingly.
It wasn't a roar, but a powerful, subtle resonance in the chest.
It's like a wide river channel where the water looks calm, but you can hear the undercurrents flowing beneath.
Not far away, on the judges' panel, someone leaned forward slightly.
In Chen Fan's mind, however, flashed the image of the chubby boy carrying a basket on his back, walking alone on the mountain path and waving to his grandmother.
A picture flashed through my mind of him living alone in an old house in the mountains for many years.
Every scene tugged at his heartstrings.
How much effort does it take for someone like this to leave the mountains?
How much heartache?
Now, at just 23 years old, Chen Fan's calluses on his palms are so thick that even after dieting for so long and not working, they haven't subsided.
Chen Fan, your efforts will not be in vain. The name "Chen Fan" will be remembered by everyone for a lifetime!
"The moonlight falls on the eaves and on the distant mountains and rivers."
"The boy at the foot of the mountains winds his way through the eighteen bends of the mountain road."
"His figure was unassuming, yet every step he took was courageous."
"Look at the stars, twinkling and shining on earth."
"The moonlight shines on people as they sleep and illuminates the distant mountains."
"Rushing forward, the dawn's light shines brightly."
"An unwavering belief unyielding through years of diligent study."
"Having endured the coldness of time, the future will eventually be bright."
Chen Fan's voice is very penetrating; its power and warmth make people feel warm all over.
Some people in the audience couldn't help but tear up.
It's a feeling that's hard to describe—like something has struck the softest spot in your heart.
"Waaah—waaah—"
The sobbing faded with the accompaniment, and the song was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, the ripples spreading outwards and into everyone's heart.
The entire venue fell into an eerie silence once again, as if the air itself had frozen.
Three seconds later, a female judge known for her strictness was the first to stand up and applaud.
She has dedicated herself to charity work for many years and has visited remote mountain areas to teach many times.
She was certain that Chen Fan was singing his own song.
The female judge acted as a switch, and Old Cheng realized what was happening, wiped his eyes, and quickly followed.
Then, thunderous applause erupted from the judges' panel to the audience.
"Brother Fan is awesome!"
"His singing gave me goosebumps! Seriously!"
"This song has no technique, it's all emotion, I want to cry!"
"Who can understand how captivating those first and last a cappella lines were! Fan Bingbing's voice is absolutely amazing!"
"How does he manage to sing any song so convincingly?"
"That last chant made me cry! It was so beautiful!"
"He's telling his own story!"
The applause lasted for nearly a minute. Youyou went up on stage several times to maintain order, but she couldn't calm the excited audience down.
Finally, Chen Fan raised his index finger and made a "pause" gesture towards the audience, which silenced the enthusiastic crowd.
The female judge became the first judge to comment on Chen Fan's song.
"I've been in the industry for thirty years and have heard countless singers perform live," she said in a slightly hoarse voice, looking at Chen Fan as she shared her true feelings, "but this is the second time I've ever had goosebumps like that."
The audience erupted in uproar upon hearing Professor Feng, known for his strictness, utter such unreserved praise.
"Is this song about yourself?"
"right!"
"How old are you?"
"23"
Professor Feng gave Chen Fan a deep look, nodded repeatedly, but said nothing more.
Immediately afterwards, Mr. Cheng took the microphone.
"I met Xiao Chen outside of the show. At that time, I didn't know that he was talking about a competition, and that he was referring to our show. I felt that he had his own opinions on music."
"Looking back now, it still seems very true."
After each judge finished giving their comments, Chen Fan unsurprisingly received the highest score from the judges present.