Nangang, as the pearl of the Dragon Country in the south, was not only the most economically developed region thirty to forty years ago but also a leader in other fields. Talents in various industries erupted, with the Nangang entertainment industry being the most talked about.
In that era, the songs and films of the Nangang entertainment industry swept across the entire Dragon Country.
Even today, although the Nangang entertainment industry has declined, it remains a memory for a generation.
It's like first love; it may not be the best, but whenever you think of it, you'll always have mixed feelings, with sweetness, sadness, and regret.
Nowadays, although Yanjing in the Dragon Country has surpassed Nangang in importance in the entertainment industry, some events, especially award ceremonies, are still held in Nangang.
For instance, the annual Dragon Film Awards, the highest honor for an actor, commends the actors who performed best in the past year.
As one of the most popular female artists in the Dragon Country, Chu Weiyang primarily developed her career in the music field. She initially had no connection with the Golden Horse Awards, but the organizers invited her as a special guest to attend the awards ceremony and perform a song.
At nine fifty in the evening, Nangang Red Pavilion venue.
The list of winners for the Dragon Film Awards was announced. Chu Weiyang, as the special guest, took the stage with a highly respected senior from the film and television industry to assist in presenting the awards.
After the awards were presented, the winners of the Dragon Film Awards, with tears in their eyes, delivered moving acceptance speeches.
"Next, please welcome the little queen of the Dragon Country music scene, Chu Weiyang, to perform 'Never Retreat,' her latest original song."
After the winners of the Dragon Film Awards left the stage, the host said with a smile.
"Clap clap clap..."
As the host finished speaking, the entire venue erupted in warm applause. Chu Weiyang, dressed in a white evening gown, ascended the stage again.
The lights dimmed slightly, and a spotlight shone on Chu Weiyang, perfectly accentuating her stunning figure.
Tonight, wearing high heels, her fair, slender legs appeared even longer. The tight-fitting evening gown perfectly showcased her curves, forming a classic S-shape with her upper body.
This… delivered a powerful visual impact to the audience!
Especially when her angelic face and expression contrasted with her captivating figure, the impact was even more intense!
"Hello everyone, tonight I'm here to perform my new song, 'Never Retreat.' I wrote this song a few days ago, inspired by a piece of history and the story of a hero.
This song is dedicated to all the teachers here tonight, and also to the hero who fell on the battlefield.
Finally, this song is also dedicated to a close friend of mine, who has just created a legend in a certain field. This is a congratulation to him!"
Chu Weiyang stood on the stage and, before singing, delivered her opening remarks.
"Never Retreat," this song, was inspired by her father Chu Wansong's retelling of Jiang Zhan's deeds.
"Who is the close friend Chu Weiyang mentioned?"
Upon hearing Chu Weiyang's opening, almost everyone was filled with doubt.
Due to Chu Weiyang's immense popularity in the Dragon Country entertainment industry and her father being a powerful figure in the underworld, almost everyone in the entertainment circle had heard about her.
Those attending this awards ceremony were the elites of the Dragon Country entertainment industry, and they knew Chu Weiyang's information like the back of their hand.
Protected by Chu Wansong and given her personality, Chu Weiyang's social circle was very narrow, with only a handful of close friends and relatives.
They had never heard of any of Chu Weiyang's close friends being outstanding in any field!
"When danger strikes, you are anxious, fearing time is against you;
When the flames of war ignite, you no longer wait, but volunteer;
When the enemy invades, you fight valiantly, for the peace of the nation; "
When despair arrives, you give your all, fearless of death on the battlefield;
If life is like a game of chess, you are willing to be a pawn, never retreating an inch;
Never retreat,
This is the faith you defended with your life!
Never retreat,
This is your oath to your country and people!
Never retreat,
General, this is your life!
Never retreat,
General, history will remember you!
...
On stage, Chu Weiyang sang her newly composed song "Never Retreat" with all her heart, images flashing through her mind.
The images showed the nameless general at different stages of his life.
In his youth, eager for strength.
In his prime, going forth without hesitation, volunteering.
In middle age, leading his soldiers, fighting valiantly.
Behind the battlefield lay a city.
As long as the people are here, the city stands.
As long as the city stands, the nation stands.
One man, guarding one city.
Even though Chu Weiyang's voice was sweet, it effectively conveyed the passion and tragedy within the song.
Below the stage, everyone in the audience was immersed in Chu Weiyang's performance.
"Clap clap clap..."
After an unknown amount of time, when Chu Weiyang finished singing, everyone involuntarily applauded vigorously. The applause lasted for a full minute, as if it could shake the stadium.
Because, at this moment, they were all reminded of a saying.
There is no such thing as a peaceful time; it's just that someone is carrying the burden for you!
At this moment, they seemed to be applauding Chu Weiyang's performance, but in reality, they were paying tribute to a hero!
...
After the awards ceremony concluded, Chu Weiyang declined an invitation for late-night snacks and returned to her hotel by car.
On the way back, Chu Weiyang received a video call from Chu Feng.
"Sister, you sang beautifully tonight. I was so moved, and my heart felt heavy at the same time. This is your best song yet!"
As soon as the video connected, Chu Feng gave Chu Weiyang a thumbs-up.
"Really?"
Chu Weiyang asked with a smile.
"Sister, really."
Chu Feng nodded earnestly and then said, "By the way, sister, Brother Wuming has something to say to you."
"Weiyang, thank you for your song. It's very good and moving."
Jiang Wuming took Chu Feng's phone and expressed his gratitude to Chu Weiyang.
Perhaps only he and Chu Wansong knew that "Never Retreat" was a song Chu Weiyang wrote for her father, Jiang Zhan, and for herself.
"Brother Wuming, you're welcome. I'm glad you like it."
Chu Weiyang smiled even more happily.
"Weiyang, you must be tired from attending the awards ceremony. Go back to your hotel and rest early. We can chat more when we meet."
Jiang Wuming noticed the fatigue on Chu Weiyang's face.
"Okay, Brother Wuming."
Chu Weiyang nodded and then hung up the video call.
As Jiang Wuming had said, Chu Weiyang was indeed a bit tired.
Because last night, to ensure she could perform the song in her best state today, she had carefully recalled the stories about Jiang Zhan that Chu Wansong had told her, as well as the emotions she felt while composing "Never Retreat." As a result, she had a restless night.
In fact, even at the moment before going on stage to perform, she was still immersed in the emotion!
After returning to the hotel, Chu Weiyang took a hot shower and went straight to sleep.
At midnight.
The aura of a One-Star War God appeared at the hotel where Chu Weiyang was staying, alerting Chu Weiyang's bodyguards, who worried that the intruder was targeting Chu Weiyang!
A minute later, the bodyguards' fears became a reality. The masked One-Star War God, dressed in black, quietly entered his room and killed him with a single move.
After doing so, the One-Star War God in black then sneaked into Chu Weiyang's room, knocked her unconscious, and abducted her.
Throughout the entire process, the hotel's surveillance system was interfered with, leaving no record of the black-clad intruder's actions. The entire operation was carried out stealthily.
The night was tranquil.
The wind began to blow again!
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ps: More tonight.