Rock Life: Volume 3

By Yue DuiZhuChang

If you choose a music, you really choose a life. If you choose rock and roll, your youth will be destined to be different! Qin Fengge's dream was to become a world-renowned rock star …

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Jun 15, 2020
• ISBN: 9781649550071

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SPLENDOR(3)

CHAPTER 201 - MEETING ON A NARROW PATH

Wang Shiyin and Han Bin turned to look and saw a young boy with a mature face and a short stature. He was looking at them with a gaze that was neither humble nor arrogant.

That's right, we are the 'Purple Hope' band. What can I do for you, brother? Han Bin asked politely.

It's nothing, the boy turned around and pointed at Zheng Xiaoqiu and Tao Shanshan who were whispering to each other in the corner. He asked, Is that woman the guitarist for your band? May I ask who the man next to her is?"

Why do you ask? Who are you?" Wang Shiyin could not help but become nervous.

The boy smiled. Haha, please do not misunderstand. I just want to know, is that man called Zheng Xiaochun?

Wang and Han looked at each other and hesitantly nodded their heads.

Great! The boy heaved a sigh of relief, Zheng Xiaoqiu and I are old friends. We've known each other since Jing Prefecture. I didn't expect to meet him here!

Since you're an old friend, why don't you go greet them? Let me help you call … Just as Han Bin was about to go over, the boy stopped him, No need, thank you brother. I'm not ready to meet him yet … Another day, another day I will definitely give Zheng Xiaochun an unexpected surprise …"

The boy left in a hurry as he finished his sentence. In the blink of an eye he disappeared into the crowd.

Afterwards, Wang Shiyin described the boy's appearance to Zheng Xiaoqiu, but the latter could not remember that she knew such a person. Maybe he's a subordinate she took in before. Zheng Xiaoqiu guessed.

— —

The Na Hua Cup 's Grand Prix of China produced 20 teams from the Wuhan competition area. Before the finals began, they would once again carry out a drawing ceremony to determine their opponents.

As we said before, the finals of each competition area will be divided into one versus one elimination system, that is to say, twenty bands will be divided into ten groups, each singing three original songs. After the performance, the five judges will vote on the spot and those who get a large number of votes will be promoted to the national finals. And the losers did not completely lose their qualification to compete. If they were to pass the test of the more intense resurrection competition, they would be able to directly enter the second round of the finals as a revived band! I think that most bands prefer to directly advance to the finals, and they don't want to meet the disgrace of the Revival. After all, it is much easier to face an opponent than thirty-nine opponents.

The drawing ceremony was held one afternoon at the end of June, with a representative from each of the 20 to 20 bands in the Wuhan competition area entering the finals. The location of the drawing ceremony was still in the auditorium of the university, but in order to ensure the fairness and fairness of the drawing ceremony, the organizers had not only invited television stations to do a full broadcast, but also hired supervisors from the notary's office to supervise the proceedings.

In the middle of the stage, there was a huge white board with the order of the finals displayed on it. Number 1, number 2, number 3, number 4, and so on all the way until number 19, number 20. In front of the white leather plate, there was a box wrapped in gold tin paper. On the box, there was a gap that could only fit one hand. When the drawing ceremony began, the host read out the name of the band, and the representative of the band drew the numbers, and the number selected wrote the name of the band above the corresponding number on the whiteboard. The band took the stage in the order in which they had performed in the second round.

Since it was not a weekend, Zhou Datong and Wang Shiyin were going to school, so they had to send Tao Shanshan to represent the Purple Hope band in the drawing of lots. The one representing the Utopia band was naturally Qin Fengge. He did not want to miss any opportunity to interact with his peers. Qin Fengge took the initiative to greet him when she saw his figure. Unfortunately, the latter didn't have any intention of showing goodwill towards her. After giving Qin Fengge a look, she stood up and sat down in a distant place.

Seeing this, Qin Fengge let out a helpless sigh and focused her attention on the stage.

The Utopia group was only ranked sixteenth in the group, which was a relatively unfavorable position. After all, by the time the Utopia band came on stage to draw lots, most of the bands had already decided which seats to sit on, and there was little room for choice.

The first band to draw was Purgatory Snake. The lead singer, Yang Yubo, strode onto the stage. He took out a ping-pong ball from the box and showed it to the camera. The host said in a clear voice, The number of 'Purgatory Serpent' is # 5! Before he could finish his words, a staff member had already written the words' Purgatory Serpent 'on the corresponding spot on the white leather board.

The second was Mark, the soul of Vital Point. Marco had been in the Wuhan rock industry for many years and was well-liked. He had not forgotten to greet his acquaintances when he drew lots. But when Ma Ke revealed the ping-pong in his hand to the crowd, everyone in the audience could not help but cry out in alarm.

It could be said that it was no coincidence that Marco had drawn number 6. In other words, Vital Point had challenged Purgatory Serpent, which could be considered a magical beast lineup in the finals! The two bands at the top of the Wuhan competition had met dramatically in the final match, a coincidence that had attracted countless media reporters to take pictures of them. Without being too careless, a picture of Marco holding a ping-pong ball would appear on the homepages of all the major rock websites.

Once the audience was in chaos, they quickly calmed down as the host continued to announce the next band's name... After many rounds of drawing lots, it was finally the time for the Utopia band. Qin Fengge tidied up her clothes and leisurely walked onto the stage. Currently, there were still six numbers remaining that he had yet to draw. If he were to draw one of the four numbers 5, 8, 12, 19, then he would immediately know who his opponents were. If you draw 15 or 16, you have to wait for the band to draw the corresponding number before you can decide which band you're on.

Qin Fengge, on the other hand, was more interested in drawing # 15 or # 16 because this way, he would be able to compete with his own band. However, he knew that his chances of getting these two numbers were relatively small, so he took a good look at the four groups that had already produced a band. If you draw number 5, you will face a confrontation with the Yuming; if you draw number 8, you will meet the Sand Scattering; if you draw number 12, you will face the Fossil Park; if you draw number 19, you will meet the Purple Hope.

Seeing the situation, Qin Fengge took a deep breath, closed her eyes and fished out a ping-ball from the chest — Number 19! Qin Fengge was extremely shocked by this result. He could not believe that his good friends had become opponents for him in the finals!

It can't be? How could it be such a coincidence? Does Vicky and I have to decide? If I win, doesn't that mean Vicky will ignore me? If I lose, won't my dream be shattered? What should I do...

Mr. Qin Fengge, please step down from the stage as soon as possible, so as not to affect the following drawing of lots. The host urged Qin Fengge, who was standing dumbly on stage, to return to her senses. She quietly apologized and quickly walked down the stage to Tao Shanshan's side.

Yo! I really didn't expect that I would meet you in the finals! " Tao Shan Shan said.

Yeah, what a coincidence. Qin Fengge revealed a smile, However, I am confident that I will be able to enter the finals. What about you?

Tao Shan snorted. Little Qin, aren't you a little too confident? Don't forget that our band was established before you. Whether it is experience or teamwork, we are all better than you! If you want to step on 'Violet Hope's' shoulders to get there, it will not be that easy!

Qin Fengge shook her head and retorted, Shan Shan, it looks like you're thinking too young. In terms of experience, we are not as good as you, but in terms of skill level, I'm afraid you are not a match for us.

Tch! Aren't you feeling too good? If you have the ability, don't talk on paper, let's have a showdown on the finals that day! " Tao Shan stood up and shouted.

My aunt … Qin Fengge jumped in fright, hurriedly helping the other person back into their seats. Shan Shan, can you not be so agitated when you speak? Those who don't know what kind of enmity do they think we have with each other!

Little Qin, can you do me a favor? You know, this competition is very important to me. Even though our two bands have very high standards, but if... If possible, I would like to beg you to show mercy during the finals and let us advance …" Tao Shan said softly.

Isn't this game important to me, to our Utopia band? Qin Fengge did not know whether to laugh or cry.

Tao Shan thought for a moment, then asked another question: Little Qin, tell me the truth, do you still have feelings for Vicky? I mean, if Vicky could come back to you, would you like to start over with her?

This … Qin Fengge scratched her head and said, Shan Shan, I won't hide it from you. There's not a day that I don't miss Vicky, but … But with my present state, how could she be willing to return to me? "

Tao Shan seriously said, Little Qin, how about this. If you agree to let us off the hook during the finals, I'll go and convince Vicky to get back together with you. How about it? This deal is pretty good, isn't it?

Qin Fengge saw through the other party's trick and said with encouragement, Shan Shan, I know you value this competition a lot, but do you think that I won't stand out from this competition? Even if I agree to go easy on him during the match, what about my partner? I can't control them, can I? Shan Shan, don't be so childish. If you really want to go further in this competition, the only thing you need to do is to hurry back and prepare for the finals. You need to try your best and win your opponent with true strength – us. Shan Shan, remember, our 'Utopia' band will be prepared to the best of our abilities. If you want to go further in this competition, you must make us convinced of your defeat!"

CHAPTER 202 - ANALGESIA

After conversing with Tao Shan for a while, Qin Fengge returned to her own residence and announced the news of the finals. He patted Qin Fengge's shoulder and comforted her, Little Qin, I know you can't bear to see your good friend get relegated, but this is the finals. It's not going to end well for you to be merciful. Take the second round of the semifinals for example. That band from Jing Prefecture called 'Na Li' has been eliminated. You've been feeling depressed for the past few days. Bro, let's be a bit more open. You have to understand that failure is a form of training for most people."

Qin Fengge nodded, I understand what you're saying. To be honest, I'm not worried about the fate of my friends, but rather the fate of us. We saw Vicky and the others' performance in the semifinals on TV. Do you think we can surpass them?

Their performance is indeed eye-catching, Gu Yuan Yuan hastily argued, But our performance during the semifinals was not bad either! Especially the songs you improvised during the race, which won over the judges and the audience. Little Brother Qin, you have always been a confident person on the stage. Why are you so weak in life?

Gongye Zi Shen continued by saying loudly, That's right! We have six people, we will definitely defeat them!

Qin Fengge could not help but laugh, This is not a fight, what's the use of having more people?

For music, the effect of six people working together is better than four people. I'm talking about music, don't you think so? Sun Xiaogang said.

Hearing this, Qin Fengge regained a bit of confidence. He signaled for everyone to gather together as he encouraged himself and said, That's right! We weren't so easily defeated! In the finals, everyone will have a whole new level of respect for Utopia. Everyone will have a new level of respect for the six youngsters on stage!

At this moment, Gu Yuan's mood suddenly became very dejected. She hesitated for a while before saying something that she had kept in her heart for a long time, Little Brother Qin, everyone, if I say that I can't participate in the finals, will you all blame me?

What?!

Gu Yuan Yuan lowered his head and played with the corner of his shirt, and explained in a small voice: Sorry, I'm not deliberately dragging everyone down. You all know, the college entrance exam is about to start, so I think it's better to go back and prepare. Although I don't have to worry about my grades, I still need to study for a few days at least. To be honest, I haven't really attended a class or read a book since I started playing music with everyone.

Qin Fengge patted Gu Yuan's shoulder, Yuan Yuan, I understand your decision, but you are the keyboard player. If you can't participate in the finals, then our concert will be greatly reduced. Although before we participated in the competition, I said that if there was a conflict between the competition and the college entrance examination, you don't have to worry about the band, but … But we've already gone so far, don't you think it's a pity to give up just like that?"

I'm very sorry to miss the final, but I really can't stay in Wuhan any longer. I know exactly what I am. Even if we don't compete in Wuhan, even if I don't join the band, I won't put my heart on studying. However, this is after all the college entrance examination, so I have to go back a few days in advance to prepare. Little Brother Qin, you've also participated in the college entrance examination before, I hope you can understand my choice. Gu Yuan Yuan said in a begging tone.

Qin Fengge laughed, Don't be so nervous, I still understand your decision. If you intend to go back to Beijing, I will not impose any obstruction. You're right, the college entrance exam is a major event in life. There's no reason for you to miss it.

Actually, I can't bear to part with all of you. I also can't bear to leave you guys temporarily at this time. I'm very clear on what it means to withdraw from the band. I hope all of you don't blame me. Gu Yuan Yuan asked.

We all have no objections, continued Hub. As long as you agree to one condition, don't 'kidnap' Zi Shen away. If we don't have a keyboard, we can make up for it with something else. If we don't have a drummer, we won't be able to do anything.

Gongye Zi said jokingly, Of course I will stay. Even if I'm not here, Brother Qin Little Chun can be the drummer. All of you have forgotten that he's played the Beijing Drum!

After laughing, Gongye Zi Shen said to Gu Yuan, Yuan Yuan, you must take care of yourself when you return to Beijing. Also, you must return to my side as soon as the College Entrance Test is over. Don't make me worry.

I understand. Actually, I'm also reluctant to leave you. Gu Yuan Yuan said shyly.

Hu Pingfan clapped his hands and said loudly, Then that's it. Yuan Yuan will go back to Beijing to take the college entrance exam. Let's continue the following competition in Wuhan!

Sun Xiaoyang smiled bitterly and said, Haha, now we have something to do! We'll discuss the finals program later, and tomorrow we'll go to the rehearsal room and think of a way to minimize the damage caused by the lack of a keyboard.

Sun Xiaogang was right. Most of the Utopia's works were made up of keyboards. Even though they could still sing without the keyboard's timbre, the overall effect would be greatly reduced. In order to overcome this difficulty, we can only think of ways to make some adjustments to the style, highlighting some other aspects of the element to make up for the lack of a keyboard. In order to prepare for the final match, they had to spend most of their day in the rehearsal room. This not only meant that they had to spend a lot of energy, but also a lot of money.

Qin Fengge was in charge of everyone's money, as well as the daily expenses of the band. Every day, he would settle accounts with the boss of the rehearsal room. He couldn't help but feel a bit more worried. Qin Fengge was worried that the rest of the competition wouldn't be enough for them to make it to the finals. If all the money was spent, everyone's morale would be set ablaze. Qin Fengge thought long and hard and decided to turn to his good friend Zheng Xiaochun for help. He wanted to borrow several hundred yuan to tide through these difficult days.

Zheng Xiaoqiu had to busy himself with the company's matters, so he spent his spare time in the Goldfinger billiard hall or the Internet Cafe and rarely returned to his dorm. His actions finally angered the school's administrators. After some discussion, they decided to give Zheng Xiaoqiu a warning. Zheng Xiaoqiu was very angry when he heard the news. His head was burning with anger as he went through the procedures for dropping out of school. He then moved the bed to the Goldfinger billiard hall.

One evening, Zheng Xiaoqiu was about to go out for dinner with Tao Shanshan when Qin Fengge suddenly came to his door.

Xiao Qiu, I beg of you, please help me! You... Are you going out? Qin Fengge asked.

This … Zheng Xiaoqiu couldn't bear to have the other party come for nothing. After hesitating for a moment, he said, It's not a big deal. Since you've come, let's talk about your matter first.

Is that so … Qin Fengge recounted the difficulties she and the band faced with each other before saying, Xiao Qiu, I know I owe you too much, but I have no choice but to say this. I …

Zheng Xiaoqiu interrupted the other party, Forget it, why should we be friends!? You don't need to say all these things to me, just how much are you going to pay?

Five hundred … Can I? Qin Fengge extended five fingers hesitantly.

Haha, I was wondering how much it was, it was only five hundred … Here, take it away! Zheng Xiaoqiu took out five hundred-dollar bills from his wallet and shoved them into the other person's hands, adding, Don't say 500, even if you want to borrow 5000 from me, I still have to agree. We're good brothers after all!"

Qin Fengge put the money away and praised, Rich people are indeed different. We came at the same time in Wuhan. Now that you are a young and promising businessman, I am still standing at the same place.

Don't say that. Our ideals are different! I heard from Shan Shan that you guys also entered the finals?

Qin Fengge nodded. But we're about to meet in the finals. Who do you want to win?

Zheng Xiaoqiu thought for a moment, then said, This is hard to say. You are all good friends of mine, of course I hope you can work together to advance. If... If you have to choose one, Xiao Qin, don't blame me, I still hope Shan Shan and the others can. However, the result of the competition cannot be decided just by talking. The true result still depends on the performance of the audience. No matter what the result is, I believe that this will be an exciting match.

That's reasonable. Qin Fengge smiled faintly, Shan Shan is your girlfriend after all!

Zheng Xiao Qiu's face suddenly turned red as he whispered to Qin Guan, Xiao Qin, you don't know this, but I made an agreement with Shan that if her band can advance to the finals, she will agree to follow me … And Me... That …"

Zheng Xiaoqiu stuttered for a long time, but was still unable to say the rest of what he wanted to say. Qin Fengge could not help but reveal a naughty smile, Oh ~ No wonder you don't support me, I see!

Come on, I, Zheng Xiaoqiu, am not someone who values women over friends. Don't you understand that?

Hmm, you can be considered a person who is willing to help his friends! Qin Fengge laughed and punched him lightly, When we were still high school students, if it weren't for your generosity and 2000 yuan, how would I have had the chance to study in Wuhan? How would I have had the chance to meet so many people who share the same interests as me? How would I have had the chance to stand on that passionate stage … Xiao Qiu, all of this was brought to me by you. If not for your help back then, I, Qin Fengge, might still be a little brat who doesn't know what to do while holding a bunch of rock cards!

Zheng Xiaoqiu's heart couldn't help sinking when he heard the other party talking about these past events. He thought: If the other party knew that he had 'plundered' the money from the lower grade students of the nearby schools, would they be so grateful to him? If the source of this money would make the other party feel disgusted, then it was better not to let him know.

CHAPTER 203 - ONE MALE AND ONE FEMALE(1)

One week before the finals, Qin Fengge received a notification from the organizers. Considering the viewing nature of the live broadcast, the organizers decided to change the rules of the finals temporarily from choosing three original songs to two. They also wanted to create a song with the theme of childhood.

This sudden change of events was naturally not difficult for our hero. Qin Fengge easily wrote down the lyrics and, with everyone's help, finished compiling the melody. The entire team did not dare to dally. In order to prepare more comfortably, Wang Shiyin and Zhou Datong specifically requested a week's leave of absence from the school, while Tao Shan and Han Bin also temporarily put down their work. They all gathered together and spent the morning and night in the rehearsal room in Gogol, practicing and writing.

Everyone was very clear that if they lost in the finals, it wouldn't be that easy for them to re-enter the finals. This was because the rules for the revival tournament were to be ranked around 40, and they also had to face experts from all over the country. For most of the groups, this was a bad luck.

The day for the finals would soon come. Because of the limited time available for television, the finals were split into two days, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, with five sets of duels going on each day, in the order of lots drawn, so that the duels between Utopia and Purple Hope were scheduled to take place on the second day of the finals.

On Sunday, Qin Fengge and the other members of the band arrived early and were waiting for the host's arrangements. While chatting with other musicians, Qin Fengge and others learned what had happened on the first day of the finals: Leaves and Fir Tree had pulled off the Ruthsk band by their own power; Yu Ming had defeated the Blasting Point; Sun Yinqi's TheRules had met the Zombie Chasers, a fellow member of the Strength Orchestra, and suffered a crushing defeat; and Xue Qiang, a good friend of Hu's, had to withdraw from the competition because his inferior battery had run into the powerful old Metal Shansa band beneath the wuhan circle; and even though the Vital band was well-known in Wuhan, they were still unable to compete with the Purgle band.

According to the order of lots drawn before the match, the Utopia and Purple Hope bands will appear in the third group. They were preceded by two other bands that had defeated their opponents and were lucky enough to win the final of the national championships. They were StaticPull and Omnipotent, while the bands they defeated were Solkin and 6688, respectively.

After the aforementioned band's competition ended, Qin Fengge slowly stood up from her chair. As she took out her zither, she silently encouraged herself: Alright, the moment that I have been waiting so long for has finally arrived! Little Bin, Fatty, Shan Shan, Vicky, I am already prepared. Bring it on, we will do our best to defeat you! Although we are good friends and good friends in life, but this is a competition, a ruthless competition! At this critical juncture, I, Qin Fengge, will absolutely not show mercy!

It seemed that they had waited a long time before the director announced the Utopia. After taking a few deep breaths, Qin Fengge walked onto the stage with the rest of the band.

While tuning up his voice, the host was the one who did not idle around the most. With words that made one's scalp tingle, he tirelessly introduced the audience, "Everyone, this is the venue for the second round of the Wuhan competition of the original Na Hua Cup. The four bands that just came on stage for the competition can be said to have a completely different style. Well, here's the contest between Utopia and Purple Hope, and here's one thing. The keyboard player of Utopia is temporarily out of the game due to the college entrance exam. I mean, if the band can make it to the finals, then she can still come back after the College Entrance Examination.

The warm applause spread from the audience all the way to the backstage. Tao Shan grumbled from the backstage: That host really doesn't know how to speak. He's clearly favoring our opponent!

Zhou Da Tong frowned and said: Shan Shan, why are you eating so much when the host is trying to motivate the audience? At this time, let's focus on the competition instead. Oh right, Little Bin, are you sure you can sing that song that we just created? "

No problem! Han Bin said confidently, We will definitely be able to defeat the 'Utopia' band!

Wang Shiyin teased, Don't forget that Qin Fengge is your 'brother-in-law'. Are you not afraid that he will wear your shoes in the future after you beat him?

No way, Little Brother Qin isn't that kind of person! Han Bin said.

This sentence made Wang Shiyin nauseous, Tsk! Do you really think you know him very well?

Zhou Datong hurriedly pulled Wang Shiyin aside, Alright, Vicky, stop talking. It'll be our turn to go onstage in a moment. I don't want you to be in a mood to go onstage.

Wang Shiyin made a face in response, Damn fatty, don't worry. My performance will make everyone go crazy!

Shh … Han Bin made a gesture of 'shut up' and whispered, Listen, it seems like Little Brother Qin and company have started their performance.

Zhou Da Tong pricked up his ears and listened for a while before saying in bewilderment, That's not right, they should be new metals. Why are they playing Rap now? This is so different from their style!

Zhou Datong was right. The first song performed by the Utopia was a song with the theme of childhood at the request of the organizers. For this essay, Qin Fengge decided to make some big changes to the band's inherent style, such as weakening the guitar's role in the song, highlighting the voices and drums, and making the melody softer. The song's name was The Past. The part of the song was written by Qin Fengge, and the whole poem was as follows:

'When I was a child, I longed for the winter vacation the most! '

That way you can play as much as you want

Everyone gather together downstairs

It wasn't until the parents called from upstairs that I remembered to go home

The big tree in the yard is our territory

My gesture be the weirdest when I play the ball

The ball of glass shines In the sun

as if it were shining in the light of our future

The Saints and the Gourd Who Is Stronger

Is the Underwater Eight Pass of the Soul Douluo Existence or Not?

It seem that such a problem will always be discussed without end

contentious and with no correct answer

The footprints on the sand are the traces of who left them

Who was it that had hidden the Game Hall's coin on the balcony?

You said I was very handsome in my pinball position

I think you are exceptionally cute when you are jumping up and down

The questions you ask me are always so strange

I may never forget your smile for the rest of my life

Time passes too quickly

Childhood is no longer

Toy guns and comic books have long been sold cheaply by parents

the pursuit of learning

Work at work

A friend whom I have not see for many year have fail to recognize him

The days of childhood are long gone

Where are you guys now

When you're free, get together

To relive the carefreeness of childhood

The days of childhood are long gone

Are you proud of your lives

When you're free, get together

Forget the pressure of growth together

Childhood

Already far away

'Never come back … '

The lyrics are vivid, the music is rich, and the atmosphere is appropriate. The Utopia band has rendered the song impeccable. After the music ended, both the judges and the audience gave a warm round of applause.

Wang Yi excitedly said, You have used other music elements to make up for the lack of a keyboard player. Although you are missing one person, your music is much more thorough. I want to say, this is the best song I've heard about childhood!

The first half of the song was rather naughty and very captivating. In the end, it became very touching again. The melody and lyrics matched each other perfectly. Thank you! Evaluator Gu Yue said.

Done … The host hastily interrupted the judges, Due to the time constraints, we will place the judgement segment at the end. Next, we would like to request that the 'Utopia' band continue to bring us wonderful performances!

In the free original song section, the Utopia band produced two songs, the first of which was called The Remote Control, co-authored by the Sun brothers. The song was intended to criticize and criticize the mainstream TV media, but it was ironic that many people only heard the song through the TV media, as well as the television crew responsible for the live broadcast, who knew what they would think.

Another song, NoWay!, was written in pure English. It reflected the young people's rejection of war and their desire for peace. The lyrics of the song were simple and easy to understand, and the composition was fluent. It gave people a feeling of contentment and unwillingness.

After the performance ended, Qin Fengge picked up a bottle of pure water from the speaker behind her and drank a few mouthfuls. She then looked to her left and right, indicating her companions with her gaze.

Wang Yi said, After these rounds of competition, I feel that you have become more mature, but there are still some deficiencies in the details. I would like to say that music is a form of entertainment, but we must not entertain music. We must respect every note and do our best to bring our music close to perfection. I hope that you will be more careful in your creative work in the future and bring you great performances.

Hmm, I won't say much. Your progress is obvious to all. Compared to the first song, the two later songs are full of criticism. Your performance tonight is not perfect because of the absence of the keyboard player. Although you are trying to make up for it, there are still some holes left. " Peng Junhui commented.

Zhang Kaiming continued, From the perspective of a professional producer, your music composition isn't very reasonable. For example, the last song, the solo between the first and second paragraphs, on the surface, seems to enrich the meaning of the music, showing off the skill of a guitarist, but in reality, it destroys the overall atmosphere of the entire song.

CHAPTER 204 - ONE MALE AND ONE FEMALE(2)

When she heard these criticisms, Qin Fengge's excitement immediately subsided by half. However, he maintained his smile and politely bowed in the direction of the judges' seats.

Back in the backstage area, Hu Pingfan threw Bes onto a chair and complained, What bloody judge? He's not even good enough!

Little friend, don't get angry. I think what they said is right. Without a keyboard player, our music really doesn't sound like it's normal. Qin Fengge said.

Gongye Zi sighed. Sigh, if only Yuan Yuan didn't have to return to take the college entrance exam!

It's too late to say anything about this, Sun Xiaogang said as he cleaned up the instrument. Our performance is over. Although it's a pity, we did our best. Next, we'll have to depend on the performance of our opponents, I hope we can smoothly advance."

In the backstage lounge, there was a television that transmitted everything that happened at the reception. Qin Fengge and the others sat in their chairs as they watched the match. The atmosphere was so tense that it was suffocating.

The performance of Purple Hope was impeccable tonight. Han Bin's unique voice, Wang Shiyin's cold demeanor, Tao Shanshan's open smile, and Zhou Datong's solid drumming skills … It could be said that their performance tonight could simply be described as perfect.

The people backstage immediately became depressed, and with every passing second, their confidence decreased. Finally, when the performance of Purple Hope came to an end, Gongye Shen threw the drummer in his hand far away and said in exasperation, It's over. They performed too well. We have no hope!

Don't say it like that, we still have the revival tournament. Yuan Yuan can come back to the team when the time comes. Perhaps she felt that the disparity was too great, the confidence that Qin Fengge had in herself completely disappeared.

Everyone sighed one by one until they heard the host's voice, Thank you for your brilliant comments! Next, let's invite the 'Utopia' band onto the stage to accept the judges' points!"

The judges' scoring was the cruellest part of the finals. The members of the two bands stood on one side, the five judges wrote down the name of the band they had won in their minds on a piece of so-called ballot paper, sealed it and handed it to the host. Finally, the host announced the results of the competition.

Regardless of whether it was the contestants or the audience, they all felt their hearts in their throats. Under the strange atmosphere of the background music, the host collected the judges' results and pretended to be nervous, saying, Oh, I can't help but become nervous whenever this happens. You know, the fate of the two bands is in my hands right now, and since the competition has reached this stage, every band is the winner. Even if they temporarily leave this stage, we should encourage them more and protect their future path to be more magnanimous … Alright, let me announce the results of the match. The first ballot... It said Utopia! Congratulations to all of you!

Qin Fengge heaved a sigh of relief, thinking to herself that no matter what, her band already had a vote, so it wouldn't be so embarrassing to lose.

The presenter opened the second chapter of the ballot paper and showed it to the audience below, as well as to the camera, under the name Purple Hope.

After that, the third ballot was also opened. The host took a look and announced: 'Purple Hope'! Congratulations on getting another vote... Oh, it looks like the two bands are very tight on each other! Now let's open the fourth one …"

The host opened the fourth ballot paper and took a look. Following that, he displayed it to the crowd and instantly, cries of surprise broke out from the audience. It turned out that the two bands had once again reached a draw. This result had appeared many times in the previous matches. It could be seen how close the band that had entered the finals were to each other. However, the closer they got, the more they had to distinguish between the sexes. This was one of the reasons why there were five judges. A 2: 2 draw gave Qin Fengge a glimmer of hope, but when he saw the words written on the last ballot paper, his last hope was shattered.

Congratulations to 'Purple Hope' for entering the finals! The host shouted at the top of his lungs as the audience gave him warm applause and cheers. Zhou Da Tong, Han Bin, Wang Shiyin, and Tao Shan were hugging each other tightly. Han Bin was so excited that he was crying.

Similarly, Gongye Shen shed tears. The only difference was that his tears were filled with regret. Seeing this, Qin Fengge hurried over to comfort him, Zi Shen, be stronger. Do you want everyone to see you as a joke? To think you're still a man!

Brother Qin, I … I can't f * * king accept this! " Gongye Shen wiped his tears away.

Hu Peng patted Gongye Zisheng's head. It's alright. We still have the revival tournament!

That's right. If we can't make it through the revival tournament, we can just go back to the bars in Beijing and perform just like we did in the past. Sun Xiaogang said, Anyway, we didn't lose anything, right? On the contrary, you should be happy to learn so many things!

With complicated feelings, Qin Fengge and company returned to the backstage and packed their instruments. Just as he was about to leave, the four members of Purple Hope also came down. Other than Qin Fengge, Zhou Datong had a good relationship with Hu Bo and Gongye Zi Shen. Out of politeness, he came over to say a few words of consolation.

Han Bin said to Qin Fengge, I'm really sorry. We won. You won't blame me, right?

Why do you think that? You guys did well tonight, so we lost with all our heart and soul.

Han Bin hesitated for a moment, rubbed his hands and said, Little Qin, Sister Shan told me a few days ago … Is it not true that if you lose the match, you will coerce Nana to break up with me? "

Silly child, they're scaring you! Qin Fengge patted him on the shoulder and forced out a smile …

Tao Shan came over and said proudly to Qin Fengge, Little Qin, when we were drawing lots a few days ago, you were awesome. You said you were stronger than us and had more experience than us. Yet another formidable opponent?

Shan Shan, you … Qin Fengge was so angry that she couldn't speak. She couldn't understand why the other party would suddenly start clamoring at her.

Alright, alright, Zhou Datong quickly pulled Shan away, then explained to Qin Fengge, Little Qin, if Shan Shan gets excited, she'll speak without restraint, so don't take it to heart. Actually, the strength of your band is pretty good too. It's just that I found out a little bit about luck … You can keep working hard during the revival tournament!

In contrast, Wang Shiyin didn't want to talk much with Qin Fengge. She carried the zither on her back and urged everyone to leave.

After the group of Purple Hope left, Sun Xiaogang expressed his dissatisfaction, Humph! If not for Yuan Yuan going back to take part in the college entrance exam, we wouldn't have lost so miserably!

That's right, Zi Shen. Your wife would really die at such a crucial moment! Sun Xiaoyang also complained.

Hu Peng patted Qin Fengge's shoulder, Little Qin, who was that woman just now? Why was she so arrogant? Didn't he just win a match? No, tell me her contact details. I'll talk to her about it!"

Although he was not in a good mood due to the loss of the competition, he tried his best to remain calm, Forget it, the competition is over, so don't think too much. Yuan Yuan was forced to suggest that we temporarily leave the band to go back for the college entrance exam. Among our band, I may be the only one who has participated in the college entrance exam. I think that the reason why we were defeated was not because Yuan Yuan was not present, but because our preparations were not sufficient, and our opponents were actually above average. As for the words I just said, don't take it to heart. She is a good friend of mine. Sometimes, she is too familiar with me, so I can't help but speak with my mouth open.

After a long while, Gongye Zi let out a long sigh. Then what should we do next? Go back to Beijing? "

Qin Fengge shook her head, I don't know either. The rules regarding the revival tournament has yet to be announced, so there's no way to know where it will be held. How about this, let's stay in Wuhan for a few more days. When the time comes, the organizers will arrange some commercial performances for us, so we can earn some money. Let's discuss the future matters after the details of the revival tournament are announced. "

I say, let's go back to Beijing and continue to perform in the bar! Even though I can't earn much money, it's still better than being depressed like this!" Sun Xiaogang said.

Exactly! Sun Xiaoyang agreed, I had reservations about this competition. Let's go back to Beijing tomorrow, back to Nameless Village!

I understand your feelings, but don't forget that we have a contract with the organizers of this competition. We have to follow the arrangements of the organizers during the competition, and we can't sign any agreements with the record companies that are not part of the competition, nor can we participate in any other performances of a commercial nature. In my opinion, we should still wait.

This is the only way … He kicked a pebble away from his feet.

Although they lost the game, the band Utopia did not lose its dignity. They only lost by one vote, and that was when the band was not fully formed. If Gu Yuan Yuan hadn't dropped the chain at the crucial moment, what would have been the result of the match? This was a hypothesis that no one dared to easily make.

For the first time, the members of the band Utopia had a taste of defeat. Although theoretically they still had a chance to enter the finals, the chances of them standing out in the revival tournament were even smaller. He hated himself for signing up for this competition. He hated himself for signing the unfair agreement on behalf of the band. He hated himself for allowing Yuan Yuan to return at the most crucial moment. He hated himself for drawing such a lousy lot …

If time could be reversed, Qin Fengge thought, I would rather curl up in that dark and damp room in Nameless Village and stare blankly at the musty ceiling.

CHAPTER 205 - GOOD AND EVIL ARE REWARDED

As the saying goes, evil will be rewarded, good will be rewarded, it was not that he did not want to repay the debt, but that the time had not come yet. Although there is idealism in this view, as a Chinese deeply affected by Buddhism, most people still believe in it. Correspondingly, there was another saying that everyone knew — for a gentleman to take revenge, ten years is not too late. This was the story of the king of Yue who had humiliated and humiliated Wu Wang, who had toiled for twenty years to wash away his shame. Naturally, many people were skeptical of this historical record. They did not believe that there was actually someone who could live with hatred for so many years. Most people believed that hatred would be diluted with the passage of time. In fact, this was just a one-sided statement; no matter what kind of hatred it was, it could not use time as a healing potion. Some hatred was to be repaid with the blood and life of one's enemy.

Zheng had been dating Tao Shanshan for a long time. In the meantime, Zheng had repeatedly made sexual requests to her, but they had all been tactfully rejected for various reasons. Maybe it was because she couldn't bear to see Zheng Xiaochun begging for her, or maybe she had already mentally prepared for it. Before the finals of the Wuhan competition, Tao Shan had promised Zheng that if her band successfully entered the national finals, they would meet each other's needs. Now that Purple Hope had been successfully promoted, Zheng would certainly not forget this agreement and booked a room early in a nearby hotel.

In fact, he had no other choice but to choose a hotel. Ever since he had dropped out of school, Zheng Xiaoqiu had put all his attention into his work. He opened up a business during the day and slept in a box in the billiard room at night. Although Tao Shanshan had her own room, the walls of this room were as thin as a cicada's wing. One could clearly hear her belching and farting next door. "If they were working in such a room, the sound of their shouts would surely attract the attention of the crowd outside. The effect would be no less than a live broadcast.

When the band wasn't rehearsing, Tao had to work in the Golden Fingers pool hall, hard as it was, but at least she had some income. Tao Shanshan never spent money carelessly. In fact, she didn't have much to spend on money anyway--meals, lodging, pool hall packing; clothes, cosmetics, Zheng Xiaochun packing. It could be said that money meant nothing to Toshan, except to buy records. Since Zheng took over Goldfinger's billiard hall, no one knew how much money he and Gao Yanchen had earned — their income was transferred from the company to their bank accounts every month. Unlike Tao Shan Shan, Zheng Xiaoqiu spent a lot of money on many things. In general, he didn't save any money, but he did have the money to open a room in a hotel.

After dinner, Tao Shanshan was about to return to work, but before she could leave the lounge, Zheng Xiaoqiu ran in from outside and gave her a kiss without a word. Tao Shan Shan pushed him away with all her might, wiped her mouth and said, You're annoying! Why are you so casual with me!

Zheng Xiaoqiu hugged the man's face with a mischievous smile. Don't work tonight. Come out with me.

Where to? Although she had guessed most of it, Tao Shanshan still pretended that she didn't know anything.

Zheng Xiaoqiu did not say anything. Instead, he took out an unopened set from his pants pocket and waved it in front of his opponent's eyes. Seeing that, Tao Shan Shan shyly covered her face: Zheng Xiao Qiu, you hooligan! Who wants to do that kind of thing with you!

Come on, you don't have 'ethanol'. Don't pretend to be his brother. Who was so impatient to tell me about it that day?

Haha, I just casually said that. I'm not going out with you! Tao Shanshan said mischievously.

Zheng Xiaoqiu was not scared by the other party's little trick. While the other party was not paying attention, he picked him up and ran out of the door, feigning viciousness as he said, This is the critical moment. Even if you don't want to obey, you can't. I'm f * * king giving it my all. At worst, I'll just take the crime of a rapist.

Damn it, let me down! So many people were watching … Little Qiu, hurry up and put me down. Can't I accompany you? This time, Tao Shanshan was truly panicking. She didn't want to embarrass herself in front of so many people.

Returning back to the ground, Tao Shanshan tidied her hair and pushed him, Wait for me at the gate for a while, I'll be out in a change of clothes!

Seeing that this move worked, Zheng Xiaoqiu did not continue to pester him. He smiled complacently and closed the door from the outside.

After about five minutes, Tao Shanshan appeared in front of Zheng Xiaoqiu, glowing red. She had changed into a white halter dress and put on a bit of makeup to make her look more mature and charming.

Let's go. Tao Shanshan took Zheng's arm and they walked out of the billiard room side by side. The hotel wasn't too far from the billiard hall. It was only ten minutes walk away. Along the way, the two of them chatted and laughed as if they were preparing for a beautiful night. Zheng Xiaoqiu had long since been overjoyed and was so engrossed in his jokes that he had completely disregarded the icy gazes directed at him.

Suddenly, a youth squatting on the roadside whistled. More than a dozen people rushed up and surrounded Zheng and Tao. Zheng Xiaoqiu's heart sank as he felt around his waist — to protect himself, Zheng Xiaoqiu had a military knife hanging from his waist all year round, but before he could do anything, he was struck in the neck. Zheng Xiaoqiu gave a muffled cry, gave Tao Shanshan a desperate look, and fainted on the ground …

When Zheng Xiaoqiu opened his eyes again, the first person he saw was a youth with a fierce expression. This youth was not very tall, appearing to be around seventeen or eighteen years old. Seeing him open his eyes, the youth kicked his opponent's lower abdomen. Out of instinct, Zheng Xiaoqiu reached out to block him, but when a sharp pain came from his abdomen, he realized that his hands were tied to a pillar. Looking around, he found himself trapped in a small room with no furnishings except a thick curtain.

Who the hell are you? Zheng Xiaoqiu shouted.

The youth revealed an evil grin as he grabbed Zheng Xiaoqiu by the collar and said sinisterly, If it was in the past, you wouldn't have taken my name seriously even if I said it, because you're the renowned 'Big Zheng Xiaoqiu', one of the four great heavenly kings of the High School back then. But today, I feel the need to introduce myself so that you can remember my name before you die … Let me tell you, my name is Wu Ming."

I've never heard of your name. Who the hell are you? Zheng Xiaoqiu was about to roar.

Hehe, don't be angry, don't be angry. The guy who called himself Wu Ming slapped his opponent's face brazenly, Big guy. I think if I don't say it, you won't be able to guess who I am even if you beat me to death. Let me be frank with you, at the end of 1998, did you do anything shameful?

98? At that time, Zheng Xiaoqiu thought, I hadn't joined the Dragon Tiger Gang and hadn't made any enemies? and so on... At that time, Qin Fengge had wholeheartedly come to Wuhan to learn guitar and even asked to borrow money from him. Since he couldn't take out the money, he had the idea of asking the lower grade students around him. Could it be … I robbed this child back then? But it wasn't worth it to be so vengeful … Wait, I remember that time, I snatched eight hundred yuan from a child, could it be...

Seems like you remembered something. That's right, I am that pitiful child whom you robbed for 800 yuan! You never would have thought that one day you would end up in my hands, right? "

Indeed, the youth who was robbed by Zheng Xiaoqiu for eight hundred yuan was Wu Ming. At that time, he was still a junior high student, and the eight hundred yuan was his meal expenses for a few months. After the money was taken away by Zheng Xiaoqiu, Wu Ming memorized Zheng Xiaoqiu's appearance in his heart. He neither told his family nor his teacher, but chose another path of revenge — hoodlum.

Earlier, we said that at that time, there were three evil forces in Jing Prefecture, and one of them, the Black Turtle Sect, governed the local industry. Wu Ming had joined the Black Turtle Sect in the past. He had been through many hardships and injuries from the younger brother who watched over the scene. In the end, he had become a minor leader of the sect.

Although Wu Ming was young, he had been a lackey for many years and his mentality was much more mature than his peers. For more than two years, Wu Ming had never forgotten about his hatred. Every time he was beaten up and covered in wounds, Zheng Xiaoqiu's figure would uncontrollably appear in his mind. Revenge might be the only motivation for his survival.

When his wings were full, Wu Ming resolutely embarked on the road of revenge, leading a group of people to inquire about Zheng Xiaoqiu's whereabouts all day. Finally, his hard work paid off. A month ago, Wu Ming found Zheng Xiaoqiu at the largest underground performance venue in Wuhan City, Music Factory.

Zheng Xiaoqiu, do you know that because of your existence, I was forced to embark on a path of no return, which changed my entire life? However, I really have to thank you. If you didn't take away my food expenses for a few months, I might still be an ordinary high school student. Do you know how much suffering I've endured in the past two years? Now, I've finally found you. I will repay all of this pain to you and that woman. Hahahaha …"

CHAPTER 206 - SHEEP INTO THE WOLF'S MOUTH

Only after hearing Wu Ming's words did Zheng Xiaoqiu remember that he came out with Tao Shanshan. He couldn't help but ask anxiously, Where's Shan? What have you done to her? "

Shan Shan? Was it the woman's name? Don't worry. That woman is doing very well, but … Wu Ming immediately turned frivolous, Hehe, but I won't be able to guarantee anything in a while.

After saying that, Wu Ming snapped his fingers and the curtain behind him slowly opened. Not far behind the curtain, Zheng saw a single bed. Tao Yanshan was firmly tied to the bed, her limbs spread wide in a big shape. Immediately, Zheng Xiaoqiu felt the world spinning around him. He saw that Tao Shan's clothes had been stripped clean! On the other side of the bed stood a dozen or so men with women's faces, staring at the beauties on the bed, ready to make a move.

Tao Shanshan forced herself to turn her head and cry out helplessly. Her voice was distorted with fear:

Little Qiu! Save me! Save me!

Bastard! Zheng Xiaoqiu shouted at Wu Ming, Let her go. This has nothing to do with her!

Wu Ming shook his head gently, Big brother, I've asked someone to check your background and found out that you were originally from the Dragon Tiger Gang. It seems that we can be considered colleagues now. Back then, the 'Dragon Tiger Gang' could be considered equal with the 'Black Tortoise Sect' in Jing Prefecture. The name 'Dragon Four Tigers' was quite well-known! Now, those tigers had become a sick cat that only dared to do legal business, tsk tsk … Since you've been in the underworld before, I'm sure you know how I help you."

Zheng Xiaoqiu's heart sank when he heard these words. He knew that back then, the Black Turtle Sect was mainly involved in the business of Jingzhou. In order to earn more money for violence, Xuanwu Gate gathered a large number of young men and women from all over the world and specifically tried to rob and rape pretty girls, then selling them to baths, dance halls, and other places. The girls who were caught were very pitiful. Not only did they have to face wanton sex, they had to endure torture and even abuse until they got used to this life and became a professional sex worker.

Even though he knew it was impossible, he still begged, Let her go. I'll let you deal with her. I'm willing to be torn apart even by five horses. I beg you!

Do you know … What is the most painful thing in the world? Wu Ming went close to Zheng Xiaoqiu's ear and whispered in her ear, I will make you wish you were dead! I want you to see your own woman being recklessly teased by others without being able to do anything, hahaha …

Zheng Xiaoqiu struggled madly, attempting to break free of the restraints. Unfortunately, he had been bound too firmly, so all his efforts were in vain. At this time, a person came over and asked, Big brother, how do we play today? Wu Ming looked around and said with a grin, That woman doesn't look too bad. The brothers have worked very hard these days. Why don't we relax tonight? As usual, we will decide the order with our fists!

"Big brother, you come