The crowds at Disneyland were no joke.
Looking around, every dining establishment in the park had a long queue. The line for the ice cream shop they wanted to visit stretched for dozens of meters. How long would it take to get some?
Jiang Nanfang didn't want to wait. Seeing a small stage set up in front of the shop, complete with sound system and microphones, and staff handing out flyers nearby, she walked over.
It turned out the brand was holding an event to promote their artist's newly released theme song. If an audience member could listen to it three times and then sing it on stage, they would receive a free ice cream without having to queue.
Getting ice cream without waiting and a chance to show off her singing voice – how could Jiang Nanfang miss such an opportunity?
"Babies, it's time to snag some freebies. Singing a song, isn't that our specialty? Come on. Watch how Mommy gets you ice cream in one minute!"
She led her two children to the staff. The theme song was in English, and since most people were too embarrassed to showcase their poor pronunciation, very few applied to perform. It was their turn in no time.
The staff member confirmed the rules with her: "You can only listen three times. After listening, you have to go on stage and sing it immediately. Are you sure they can do it?"
Of course, they were sure. The children had grown up in Dan Country, and English was their daily language. Listening to it three times, or even once, was no problem for them.
Jiang Nanfang confidently high-fived her children, "Tell the uncle you can do it, right?"
Ge'er, accustomed to being doted on at kindergarten and always taking center stage during performances, didn't feel anything unusual. However, Rui Rui seemed a bit embarrassed. "I don't want it anymore, Mommy. You and sister can have it."
"What's wrong, sweetie? Are you shy because there are so many people today? It's okay, it's just a small game. The most important thing is to have fun yourself, nothing else matters."
"In Mommy's eyes, you are always the best. We need to dare to break through ourselves. Don't be afraid, give it a try, sister and I will cheer for you."
Sister also persuaded him, "Yes, brother. Daddy is happy today, let us have this once. Don't spoil the mood. You speak English so well, what are you afraid of?"
Soon, Jiang Nanfang appeared on stage first. She took off her sunglasses and hat. Her casual clothes paired with a high ponytail made her look like a vibrant and energetic fitness enthusiast. She suddenly started dancing and singing along to the music.
Zhan Beijue was idly sitting under a sunshade, gazing into the distance. Ah Zhong suddenly tapped his arm. "Mr. Zhan."
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"Look, Madam, Madam is on stage."
Zhan Beijue frowned, pulled down his sunglasses, and looked in the direction Ah Zhong was pointing. Fortunately, he didn't have water in his mouth, or he would have choked.
"Is she crazy? Does this woman feel uncomfortable if she doesn't steal the spotlight for a day? It's just buying ice cream, what is she doing now?"
"Why did she go on stage while buying?"
"I don't know. I'll go take a look." Seeing Zhan Beijue's displeased expression, Ah Zhong hurried over.
As soon as he arrived, a burst of enthusiastic cheers erupted from the audience. Jiang Nanfang was interacting with everyone like a host.
"Do you all think I sang well?"
The crowd was quite cooperative: "Yes!"
"Do you want to hear another version?"
"Yes!"
"Alright, next, our cute and brave baby Melody will bring you the song. Please welcome her with applause!"
As she finished speaking, Zhan Jingge, who was dressed exactly like her from head to toe, bounced onto the stage.