Chu Weiyang's position as the most popular starlet in Dragon Country was not solely due to Chu Wansong's boundless financial and resource investment to please his daughter. Her own talents also played a significant role.
Chu Weiyang possessed exceptional musical talent and a captivating voice, seemingly born for singing. Her albums had topped sales charts for three consecutive years, and her concerts were always sell-outs, with ticket prices scalped from hundreds to tens of thousands.
Three days after Huangfu Weixia's birthday banquet, Chu Weiyang's first concert of the year was held at the Donghai Stadium.
In the preceding three days, discussions about the concert permeated every street and alley of Donghai. Advertisements adorned the giant screens of major shopping malls, subway stations, and bus stops.
Online, the concert's influence was even greater, with major portals, Longbo, and Longxin's Moments featuring reports and discussions about the event.
On the day of the concert, Chu Feng received an invitation from Chu Weiyang to attend at the Donghai Stadium.
The concert was organized by the entertainment company under the Qing Hong, Qing Zi Tou branch. Upon learning that Chu Weiyang had invited Jiang Wuming, the responsible party specifically reserved a VIP box for him.
When Jiang Wuming was escorted to the box by Chu Feng, one guest had already arrived.
Huangfu Weixia.
This was Jiang Wuming's first encounter with Huangfu Weixia since attending her birthday banquet.
"Chu Feng, please step out for a moment. I have something to say to Teacher Wuming."
As Jiang Wuming and Chu Feng entered the box, Huangfu Weixia did not evade Jiang Wuming nor show any signs of awkwardness. Instead, her eyes lit up, and she proactively initiated a conversation with Jiang Wuming.
"Alright."
Upon hearing this, Chu Feng instinctively recalled the events at Huangfu Weixia's birthday banquet. He turned and left the box, leaving the space for Jiang Wuming and Huangfu Weixia.
"Teacher Wuming, I apologize for what happened at the birthday banquet."
After Chu Feng departed, Huangfu Weixia gazed at Jiang Wuming's face and was the first to speak, offering her apologies.
"Student Huangfu Weixia, it was not your fault, and you do not need to apologize to me."
Jiang Wuming shook his head, remembering how Huangfu Weixia had desperately protected him that day, even taking a slap from Huangfu Yingjun for his sake.
"Teacher Wuming, I know you must have heard a lot of rumors from the outside world. I hope they haven't affected you," Huangfu Weixia continued.
"Student Huangfu Weixia, I don't mind. Rather, I worry it might affect you," Jiang Wuming said with a wry smile.
"Teacher Wuming, it won't affect me, because I genuinely like you," Huangfu Weixia declared openly, holding her head high and chest out.
Jiang Wuming: "???"
"Teacher Wuming, perhaps saying 'like' is not entirely accurate. It should be admiration.
To me, everything about you is shrouded in mystery, compelling me to explore.
In my eyes, surviving under those circumstances back then and achieving such accomplishments in martial arts is far more difficult than the strongest successors of the major martial arts factions breaking through to the God of War realm!
In addition, your father was once too brilliant.
After your background was exposed, you were thrust into the spotlight and must have been under considerable pressure. Yet, when I interact with you, I don't sense any pressure, which I deeply admire!"
"Student Huangfu Weixia, in reality, some things are not as you imagine them to be."
Jiang Wuming sighed softly. He hadn't expected Huangfu Weixia to say such words to him, and her face showed no embarrassment or shyness, only frankness.
"What are they like then?"
Upon hearing this, Huangfu Weixia's eyes sparkled, her curiosity piqued even further.
"Big Bear, are you done talking?"
This time, before Jiang Wuming could reply, Chu Feng pushed open the box door and poked his head in, asking the question while secretly cursing, "Good old Big Bear, daring to snatch my brother-in-law?"
"Xiao Feng, come in. Huangfu Weixia and I have finished our chat." Jiang Wuming beckoned Chu Feng.
"I will uncover all your secrets!"
Huangfu Weixia remained silent, her gaze fixed on Jiang Wuming's profile as she silently vowed in her heart.
...
Twenty minutes later, Chu Weiyang's concert began.
She appeared on the airborne stage, clad in a white dress, resembling an angel descending to earth.
"Ah—"
"Weiyang!"
"Weiyang, Weiyang, I'm crazy for you!"
As Chu Weiyang appeared, the previously quiet venue erupted like a pot of boiling water. Screams and shouts merged, seeming to threaten to overturn the stadium.
Chu Weiyang waved to the audience in four directions before commencing her performance. Her melodious voice, amplified by the sound system, spread to every corner of the stadium.
Her actions and voice seemed to possess a magical power, instantly calming the frenzied crowd. Everyone listened intently to her singing.
"Weiyang's singing is truly exquisite and beautiful."
After Chu Weiyang finished her first song, the audience erupted once more. Huangfu Weixia couldn't help but exclaim.
Jiang Wuming heartily agreed.
Although he had never attended a concert before, Chu Weiyang's voice had a magical quality that could calm the soul and bring unparalleled relaxation.
After the first song, Chu Weiyang briefly interacted with the audience before continuing her performance.
"Is Weiyang's singing good?"
When Chu Weiyang finished her ninth song, the host appeared to interact with the audience.
"Yes!"
The audience responded in unison, their voices echoing through the stadium.
"Next, a mystery guest will take the stage to sing a classic song, 'Dragon Island Love,' with Weiyang. Do you know who it is?"
"Wu Fan, Wu Fan!"
The female audience members in the stadium became wildly excited, shouting his name frantically.
Wu Fan was a top male artist in Dragon Country in terms of popularity and fan engagement. He had co-starred with Chu Weiyang in the youth idol drama "Dragon Island Love," and their fans had hyped them as a couple, with numerous media reports suggesting they were dating.
Amidst the heart-wrenching cries of the female fans, a young man in a burgundy evening gown ascended the stage.
He possessed a tall, slender physique, handsome features, and a stylish haircut, the kind that drove young girls wild, especially with his celebrity status, making him a veritable walking attraction.
"Ah—"
Wu Fan's appearance sent most of the female audience into a state of delirium.
Wu Fan, however, paid no attention to the cheers. He walked directly to Chu Weiyang and initiated a formal embrace.
"Weiyang, I've finally waited for the chance to perform on stage with you. This will be the most important day of my life."
Wu Fan put his arm around Chu Weiyang's shoulder and whispered into her ear.
Chu Weiyang reacted like a startled fawn, appearing somewhat flustered and lost. Instinctively, she pulled away, ending the embrace with Wu Fan.
Just then, the music began. Wu Fan naturally reached out to take Chu Weiyang's hand, but Chu Weiyang coincidentally took a step forward, preventing him from touching her hand.
Wu Fan was unbothered. He stepped closer, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Chu Weiyang, gazing at her affectionately as they began to sing the widely popular song "Dragon Island Love."
Below the stage, the audience waved their glow sticks, listening in silence, with classic scenes from the "Dragon Island Love" drama flashing through their minds. They felt that Chu Weiyang and Wu Fan on stage were a perfect match.
"Get together, get together!"
After Chu Weiyang and Wu Fan's duet concluded, many audience members began to chant loudly.
"Please quiet down."
A few seconds later, Wu Fan raised his hand to signal for silence. As the audience's noise gradually subsided, he turned to look at Chu Weiyang and said, with deep affection and tenderness, "Weiyang, I have prepared a gift for you today."
"???"
Chu Weiyang wore a look of bewilderment.
According to the concert's schedule, she was supposed to sing a duet with Wu Fan, but there was no segment for gift-giving.
The event staff were also stunned but could do nothing to intervene or interrupt. They, like the audience, watched Wu Fan on stage.
Under everyone's gaze, Wu Fan took out a jewelry box from his pocket. Upon opening it, a ruby-inlaid ring, of considerable value, was revealed.
"Weiyang, the moment I first saw you, my gaze could no longer be averted. It was as if you were the only person in this world for me.
On that day, a voice in my heart told me that you were the most important girl in my life, and missing you would be a lifelong regret.
Later, when we were filming 'Dragon Island Love' on set, we were together day and night. I watched you act with such dedication, saw your shy smile, and heard your beautiful voice. I wished those moments could be eternal.
After we finished filming 'Dragon Island Love,' my mind was filled with your image – the bits and pieces of our meeting, getting to know each other, and our onscreen romance. My world was completely captivated!
Weiyang, I've fallen in love with you. Will you be my girlfriend?"
The next moment.
Wu Fan's voice echoed through the now silent stadium once more.
The handsome Wu Fan knelt on one knee before Chu Weiyang, holding the gift, and spoke his heartfelt proposal.
This was a meticulously prepared confession, and a sinister plan!
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