Qin Chunxiao wasn’t someone who chased after stars. In his previous life, before middle school, he only knew about the “Four Heavenly Kings,” Brother, and Meigu, because his mother and sister were fans of these few celebrities.
As he grew up, being a sports student, he also admired Liu Feiren and Gao Depi. He even registered his Weibo account to follow them. All the boys practicing sports in his school would excitedly shout “new bee” whenever they saw them.
He didn’t even watch dramas, and occasionally watched TV shows with his mother and sister. His mother liked sitcoms such as “The Story of the Cooking Class,” his sister enjoyed watching melodramas, while he himself preferred watching sports, and his father liked watching science and education programs.
The entire family was devoted to CCTV.
Being in such an environment, if it weren’t for watching “The Young Master of the Rich Family Is the Top,” Qin Chunxiao wouldn’t have known that Mei Xuandong actually made his debut by singing on the street and then being discovered by a talent scout.
Previously, he always thought that Mei Xuandong had participated in the Avenue of Stars.
When he was reborn at the age of 15, he searched for Mei Xuandong’s songs on the internet, including his famous song “Just as I Am,” even though it was a cover song.
But when Qin Chunxiao heard it, the first thing he noticed was the captivating voice of this man.
The high notes were not piercing, but full and bright, and the low notes weren’t too deep. His breath was long, without the feeling of weakness or shortness of breath. Even from the perspective of a layman, one could still sense that Mei Xuandong was a singer who relied on his professional ability to make a living.
At that time, Mei Xuandong had just transitioned from a talent to an academic school, honing his singing skills to a level sufficient for admission. By virtue of his remarkable performance at a festival party, he finally broke away from relying solely on his appearance and gained a reputation for his talent in singing high notes. In the ranking of male singers compiled by netizens, he received a B+ evaluation.
Don’t think B is low. Qin Chunxiao took a look. If you want to rate A, at least you have to be a Grammy regular like Mars. The higher S is MJ, Uncle Ya, Marie Claire, and other music legends. The current S grade The more famous one here is Dang Ye.
Giving Mei Xuandong a B+ already agrees with his ability as a front-line singer and gives him enough face.
Qin Chunxiao felt that there was no rush to go directly to recognize the soulmate.
When Lu Yunchen and Bai Ming divorced, they had a very ugly quarrel, and the two sides revealed their old secrets in various ways. Lu Yunchen accused Bai Ming of cheating and having sex his old love.
Bai Ming probably felt that Lu Yunchen had leaked his information, and giving 500 million was not enough to comfort his heart, so he directly released all the bed videos he had taken without telling the other party, and he must ruin his ex-husband before he is reconciled.
The ending of the plot of “The Young Master of the Rich Family” is that they get married, so they are considered to be “he.” Who would want to be so real in the world after marriage?
Hundreds of millions of netizens suffered huge psychological damage while watching. Since then, countless netizens, including Qin Chunxiao, have been forced to have a psychological shadow on the phrase “soulmate”. Although some people are willing to be friends and relatives with soulmates, the love rate plummeted.
What about soulmates? When we first meet, we are all strangers. I don’t know you, and you don’t understand me. Everyone develops politely, cautiously, and prioritizes self-protection. In case the soulmate is a scumbag, don’t even think about redeeming it, run away.
If Mei Xuandong hadn’t saved him on the plane, Qin Chunxiao wouldn’t have mustered up the courage to come and see the real person so soon.
He took the subway to get there and removed the provincial team uniform from his bag before arriving. The temperature in G City in November was not too low, but it was still a bit cold, even with just one layer of clothing. The wind made him tremble a bit. He thought that once he entered the venue, the air conditioning would be turned on, but it wasn’t. The temperature of 19 to 26 degrees is suitable for human survival. Even if the air conditioner is turned on, people don’t know how to adjust it for warm or cold air, so they simply don’t turn it on.
There were many young girls at the entrance of the venue handing out merchandise, but it wasn’t anything expensive, just small badges and light sticks. Qin Chunxiao, who was used to hanging out with a group of older men who practiced sports, felt a little uncomfortable seeing so many girls. He put his hands in his pockets and pretended not to notice them, as if he was just a passerby heading in the same direction.
Then he sneezed.
Being someone who had experienced the epidemic, lived in a coastal city, and faced multiple lockdowns, Qin Chunxiao instinctively reached into his trouser pocket for his mask whenever he sneezed, and along with it, the tickets slipped out as well.
The ticket had the words “Farewell to the Past” printed on white paper with a silver-plated edge, making it look quite beautiful.
Qin Chunxiao had purchased this ticket online. His internet speed was average, so he didn’t manage to get a ticket with a good seat number from the official website. Fortunately, he came across a scalper named “Ping An Fu Gui” and bought it for a reasonable price.
The QR code on the ticket could be scanned, but Qin Chunxiao thought that the seat location might not be good, making it difficult to sell.
Unexpectedly, as he picked up the ticket, a girl ran up to him and looked at the silver-plated edge, saying, “Are you in the first three rows? Here, take this.”
She handed him a light stick, and on it were the words “I will support you” written in bold letters.
The girl reminded him, “Don’t break it, and remember to return it at the entrance after the event is over. Nowadays, we emphasize environmental protection and star chasing, so the support items should be recycled.”
Not far away, two girls unfurled a banner that read, “Never let star chasing interfere with your studies.”
In a daze, Qin Chunxiao walked inside while holding the light stick. He knew that Lu Xuandong had been very poor before. At the lowest point, he rented a coal house for 300 yuan a month for himself, his mother, and younger sister. There was even a time when he slept under a bridge while working.
There’s a famous saying on the internet that goes, “Control your family’s style, don’t engage in gambling, or else you and your children will sleep under a bridge in the future.” This quote originated from Mei Xuandong.
Mei Xuandong himself was quiet when he participated in the program. One of the things he lamented the most and regretted deeply was dropping out of high school to support his family, thus failing to complete his studies.
The eldest son of a billionaire, worth tens of billions, had suffered so much. It was truly a tragic story. No wonder he was at the forefront of the fight against abductions. If he hadn’t been lost or abducted when he was young, he wouldn’t have endured such hardships later on.
Luckily, no one in the audience held up a sign with the word “miserable.” Otherwise, Dong Fan would be the target of intense online searches for star-chasing fans the next day.
Qin Chunxiao followed the seat number on his ticket and found his place in the first three rows. Girls were seated all around him, in front, behind, and on the left and right sides. Sitting alone, he stood out in the crowd.
In the volleyball team, he was the shortest one, and sitting in a seat mostly occupied by southern girls, he felt quite tall and out of place.
Attending his first album release conference, Qin Chunxiao noticed that the venue was well-maintained. The lights were steady without flickering, but there was a slight buzz of excitement. The girls chatted and laughed enthusiastically, their voices crisp and soft.
Fortunately, the press conference started promptly.
The host came out first to deliver the opening remarks, welcoming everyone to the “Farewell to the Past” new album press conference. Then, Lu Xuandong took the stage.
Mei Xuandong was dressed in a simple gray-black suit, and his face wasn’t excessively powdered like many young idols. His natural skin tone showed a hint of dark circles. When he appeared on stage, he didn’t strike any poses or give off a greasy “I’m cool and handsome” expression.
Qin Chunxiao had worried about seeing Mei Xuandong looking greasy, but now that he was here, he found Mei Xuandong to be quite plain.
Speaking of which, Mei Xuandong’s adoptive mother seemed to have committed suicide not long ago. In ancient times, at this stage, children would still be paying respects to their deceased mother.
Mei Xuandong bowed deeply to the audience, almost at a 90-degree angle. He engaged in a conversation with the host about some ideas for the new album.
He smiled, his peach blossom eyes crinkling, giving him a kind and friendly look. He had a clear, slightly plump face, combined with a youthful delicacy. His sitting posture was upright, with his legs together and neatly aligned, without being spread out.
His biological mother, Zhao Zhaoyan, was a Hong Kong singer in the 1980s. Back then, being a Hong Kong singer often carried the connotation of being chosen as a concubine by a wealthy man. However, the wealthy in Hong Kong were known to be as ruthless as coal mine owners.
Until now, Zhao Zhaoyan is still regarded as the epitome of beauty with a plump face, dignified and graceful, exuding a clear allure without being aggressive. She is full of vitality, and no matter how you look at her, she appears comfortable. Before retiring from showbiz, she often played the roles of queens or fairies, and even in modern dramas, she always portrayed the beloved Miss.
Mei Xuandong shares a smooth and exquisite facial structure with his mother. He possesses a dignified and noble presence, along with gorgeous facial features. However, his demeanor is cold, and it’s only when he smiles that he resembles his biological mother.
Qin Chunxiao silently raised his mobile phone to take pictures, thinking that the aura of fate might truly exist. Otherwise, how could Zhao Zhaoyan come into his family’s life four years later? Up close, the resemblance between the two is even more apparent.
But when Qin Chunxiao looked at the picture he took, he felt that something was off.
He muttered, “It doesn’t capture their true beauty.”
The young girl next to him timidly reached out and tapped the boy in front of her on the back. She said, “Hey, don’t worry. Brother Dong doesn’t like having his picture taken. After the press conference, you can post the photo in the fan group and ask the group owner or administrator to help you enhance it. Let’s go.”
Qin Chunxiao turned around and asked, “Can you make it look like the real person?”
The young girl was taken aback by his piercing blue eyes. She was surprised but replied, “Our editing skills are quite good, but it’s impossible to make it look completely identical.”
Qin Chunxiao asked, “How can I join the group?”
His eyes were filled with urgency, and the young girl assumed he was a “sister” fan. In a world where soul mates exist, people didn’t discriminate against individuals of the same gender. Instead, they had developed a sense of calmness and acceptance.
Since they both liked the same guy, they could have a conversation.
She extended her phone and said, “Scan me to add me as a friend. I’m an administrator and can help you with photo editing. However, you need to observe for three days before joining the group. Have you pre-ordered the album? Show me a screenshot of the order.”
Qin Chunxiao hesitated and said, “…I only ordered one. Is that enough?”
The young girl reassured him, saying, “One is enough. How many more do you want?”
They exchanged contact details, and the girl’s screen name was Little Snowman. When she noticed Qin Chunxiao’s username, “Wolf of Gale,” she smiled and saluted him apologetically.
Finally, Qin Chunxiao felt that the post on the internet claiming that “the Lu family, young and old, never evaded taxes, sang with honesty, and never crossed any boundaries during their time in the entertainment industry” was indeed true.
At least even the fans who came to purchase the album seemed decent, without any signs of fanaticism. That was a relief.
He felt more at ease and was about to turn his attention back to listening to Mei Xuandong chatting with the host when Mei Xuandong stood up, preparing to sing.
What does it feel like to listen to a B-level or higher singer perform live?
Qin Chunxiao thought, “It feels like my brain is being shaken.”
The sound pressure was so intense that Qin Chunxiao felt as though everyone in the small venue of about a thousand people could hear the sound clearly without the need for a microphone. Sitting in the first three rows made it easy to find the sound displeasing.
Qin Chunxiao wanted to cover his ears, but he felt too embarrassed to do so in front of a group of fans. Instead, he squinted his blue eyes, resembling a weary subway passenger or a distressed cat.
Amitabha, Mei Xuandong’s singing skills make the scalper ticket, priced at 400, worth it.
Throughout the press conference, a total of three songs were performed, which accounted for a quarter of the album. The title song, “Farewell,” was sung at the end. It was an affectionate slow song, but it didn’t necessarily revolve around romantic love.
The song began with a long saxophone intro, and Mei Xuandong interpreted it with eloquence, as if telling a story of both bitterness and joy. In the end, the other protagonist of the story departs, and Mei Xuandong sings with a blessing in his voice, “May you go with the wind. Your heavenly parents love you, and may you always be happy.”
Qin Chunxiao paused.
Suddenly, he remembered that Mei Xuandong’s adoptive mother had a mental illness. After her adoptive parents passed away, she was married off to a gambling husband by her brother. After twenty years of suffering, she was eventually rescued by her adoptive son and escaped to a mountain village. She found her brother but was refused shelter, so Mei Xuandong gritted his teeth and took her and his younger sister to live in a coal house, relying on singing to support the family.
When Mei Xuandong finally earned money, he sent his mother to the best hospital for treatment. As she became more lucid, Mei Xuandong was overjoyed. Then one day, after taking a bath and changing into new clothes, she jumped from the 20th floor.
Such a tragic individual, yet Mei Xuandong still didn’t forget to save him on the plane.
At the end of the new album press conference, fans had the opportunity to ask for autographs. Mei Xuandong moved a table and sat at the door, bowing his head to sign autographs.
Qin Chunxiao and the fans in the back row lined up together. The fans at the front of the line asked Mei Xuandong, “Could you write a blessing?”
One enthusiastic fan said to him, “Brother Dong, could you write a wish for Ye Xuexue’s successful studies?”
Mei Xuandong lowered his head to sign, and his handwriting was neat, resembling the script of a middle school student’s copybook.
Ye Xuexue, as if she had found a treasure, turned around abruptly and stumbled, falling to the ground. Qin Chunxiao was startled and reached out to grab her, while Mei Xuandong also reached out to help. Both of their arms wrapped around the girl’s back, supporting her to stand upright.
Oh no, it happened. Qin Chunxiao glanced at Mei Xuandong, opened his mouth, but couldn’t produce any sound.
After the hidden soulmate has physical contact, a countdown appears on their bodies. Now that he thought about it, when he was helping him at the airport, he must have noticed it. Perhaps he hadn’t discovered it yet.
He turned his head and left with his newly acquainted fan sisters and the staff.
The girl had sprained her ankle.
Afterward, he acted responsibly by taking a taxi for the girl, noting down the car’s license plate number, and asking Ye Xuexue to confirm her safety once she arrived home before heading back to his own place.
In the bathroom, Qin Chunxiao glanced at the timer on his left abdomen: 719:59:50.
Those 10 seconds were the time they spent together after their physical contact, but the countdown ceased once they separated by a certain distance.
The countdown duration varies for each pair of hidden soul mates. He and Lu Xuandong had to spend 720 hours together, which meant they had to wait for 30 days before they could utter a single word.
But now… the other person must be terrified. Being a celebrity, they have to meet numerous people each day. With thousands of fans at the press conference today, having a countdown on their body must be quite unsettling. It’s going to be difficult to find a moment alone.
Qin Chunxiao wasn’t someone who chased after stars. In his previous life, before middle school, he only knew about the “Four Heavenly Kings,” Brother, and Meigu, because his mother and sister were fans of these few celebrities.
As he grew up, being a sports student, he also admired Liu Feiren and Gao Depi. He even registered his Weibo account to follow them. All the boys practicing sports in his school would excitedly shout “new bee” whenever they saw them.
He didn’t even watch dramas, and occasionally watched TV shows with his mother and sister. His mother liked sitcoms such as “The Story of the Cooking Class,” his sister enjoyed watching melodramas, while he himself preferred watching sports, and his father liked watching science and education programs.
The entire family was devoted to CCTV.
Being in such an environment, if it weren’t for watching “The Young Master of the Rich Family Is the Top,” Qin Chunxiao wouldn’t have known that Mei Xuandong actually made his debut by singing on the street and then being discovered by a talent scout.
Previously, he always thought that Mei Xuandong had participated in the Avenue of Stars.
When he was reborn at the age of 15, he searched for Mei Xuandong’s songs on the internet, including his famous song “Just as I Am,” even though it was a cover song.
But when Qin Chunxiao heard it, the first thing he noticed was the captivating voice of this man.
The high notes were not piercing, but full and bright, and the low notes weren’t too deep. His breath was long, without the feeling of weakness or shortness of breath. Even from the perspective of a layman, one could still sense that Mei Xuandong was a singer who relied on his professional ability to make a living.
At that time, Mei Xuandong had just transitioned from a talent to an academic school, honing his singing skills to a level sufficient for admission. By virtue of his remarkable performance at a festival party, he finally broke away from relying solely on his appearance and gained a reputation for his talent in singing high notes. In the ranking of male singers compiled by netizens, he received a B+ evaluation.
Don’t think B is low. Qin Chunxiao took a look. If you want to rate A, at least you have to be a Grammy regular like Mars. The higher S is MJ, Uncle Ya, Marie Claire, and other music legends. The current S grade The more famous one here is Dang Ye.
Giving Mei Xuandong a B+ already agrees with his ability as a front-line singer and gives him enough face.
Qin Chunxiao felt that there was no rush to go directly to recognize the soulmate.
When Lu Yunchen and Bai Ming divorced, they had a very ugly quarrel, and the two sides revealed their old secrets in various ways. Lu Yunchen accused Bai Ming of cheating and having sex his old love.
Bai Ming probably felt that Lu Yunchen had leaked his information, and giving 500 million was not enough to comfort his heart, so he directly released all the bed videos he had taken without telling the other party, and he must ruin his ex-husband before he is reconciled.
The ending of the plot of “The Young Master of the Rich Family” is that they get married, so they are considered to be “he.” Who would want to be so real in the world after marriage?
Hundreds of millions of netizens suffered huge psychological damage while watching. Since then, countless netizens, including Qin Chunxiao, have been forced to have a psychological shadow on the phrase “soulmate”. Although some people are willing to be friends and relatives with soulmates, the love rate plummeted.
What about soulmates? When we first meet, we are all strangers. I don’t know you, and you don’t understand me. Everyone develops politely, cautiously, and prioritizes self-protection. In case the soulmate is a scumbag, don’t even think about redeeming it, run away.
If Mei Xuandong hadn’t saved him on the plane, Qin Chunxiao wouldn’t have mustered up the courage to come and see the real person so soon.
He took the subway to get there and removed the provincial team uniform from his bag before arriving. The temperature in G City in November was not too low, but it was still a bit cold, even with just one layer of clothing. The wind made him tremble a bit. He thought that once he entered the venue, the air conditioning would be turned on, but it wasn’t. The temperature of 19 to 26 degrees is suitable for human survival. Even if the air conditioner is turned on, people don’t know how to adjust it for warm or cold air, so they simply don’t turn it on.
There were many young girls at the entrance of the venue handing out merchandise, but it wasn’t anything expensive, just small badges and light sticks. Qin Chunxiao, who was used to hanging out with a group of older men who practiced sports, felt a little uncomfortable seeing so many girls. He put his hands in his pockets and pretended not to notice them, as if he was just a passerby heading in the same direction.
Then he sneezed.
Being someone who had experienced the epidemic, lived in a coastal city, and faced multiple lockdowns, Qin Chunxiao instinctively reached into his trouser pocket for his mask whenever he sneezed, and along with it, the tickets slipped out as well.
The ticket had the words “Farewell to the Past” printed on white paper with a silver-plated edge, making it look quite beautiful.
Qin Chunxiao had purchased this ticket online. His internet speed was average, so he didn’t manage to get a ticket with a good seat number from the official website. Fortunately, he came across a scalper named “Ping An Fu Gui” and bought it for a reasonable price.
The QR code on the ticket could be scanned, but Qin Chunxiao thought that the seat location might not be good, making it difficult to sell.
Unexpectedly, as he picked up the ticket, a girl ran up to him and looked at the silver-plated edge, saying, “Are you in the first three rows? Here, take this.”
She handed him a light stick, and on it were the words “I will support you” written in bold letters.
The girl reminded him, “Don’t break it, and remember to return it at the entrance after the event is over. Nowadays, we emphasize environmental protection and star chasing, so the support items should be recycled.”
Not far away, two girls unfurled a banner that read, “Never let star chasing interfere with your studies.”
In a daze, Qin Chunxiao walked inside while holding the light stick. He knew that Lu Xuandong had been very poor before. At the lowest point, he rented a coal house for 300 yuan a month for himself, his mother, and younger sister. There was even a time when he slept under a bridge while working.
There’s a famous saying on the internet that goes, “Control your family’s style, don’t engage in gambling, or else you and your children will sleep under a bridge in the future.” This quote originated from Mei Xuandong.
Mei Xuandong himself was quiet when he participated in the program. One of the things he lamented the most and regretted deeply was dropping out of high school to support his family, thus failing to complete his studies.
The eldest son of a billionaire, worth tens of billions, had suffered so much. It was truly a tragic story. No wonder he was at the forefront of the fight against abductions. If he hadn’t been lost or abducted when he was young, he wouldn’t have endured such hardships later on.
Luckily, no one in the audience held up a sign with the word “miserable.” Otherwise, Dong Fan would be the target of intense online searches for star-chasing fans the next day.
Qin Chunxiao followed the seat number on his ticket and found his place in the first three rows. Girls were seated all around him, in front, behind, and on the left and right sides. Sitting alone, he stood out in the crowd.
In the volleyball team, he was the shortest one, and sitting in a seat mostly occupied by southern girls, he felt quite tall and out of place.
Attending his first album release conference, Qin Chunxiao noticed that the venue was well-maintained. The lights were steady without flickering, but there was a slight buzz of excitement. The girls chatted and laughed enthusiastically, their voices crisp and soft.
Fortunately, the press conference started promptly.
The host came out first to deliver the opening remarks, welcoming everyone to the “Farewell to the Past” new album press conference. Then, Lu Xuandong took the stage.
Mei Xuandong was dressed in a simple gray-black suit, and his face wasn’t excessively powdered like many young idols. His natural skin tone showed a hint of dark circles. When he appeared on stage, he didn’t strike any poses or give off a greasy “I’m cool and handsome” expression.
Qin Chunxiao had worried about seeing Mei Xuandong looking greasy, but now that he was here, he found Mei Xuandong to be quite plain.
Speaking of which, Mei Xuandong’s adoptive mother seemed to have committed suicide not long ago. In ancient times, at this stage, children would still be paying respects to their deceased mother.
Mei Xuandong bowed deeply to the audience, almost at a 90-degree angle. He engaged in a conversation with the host about some ideas for the new album.
He smiled, his peach blossom eyes crinkling, giving him a kind and friendly look. He had a clear, slightly plump face, combined with a youthful delicacy. His sitting posture was upright, with his legs together and neatly aligned, without being spread out.
His biological mother, Zhao Zhaoyan, was a Hong Kong singer in the 1980s. Back then, being a Hong Kong singer often carried the connotation of being chosen as a concubine by a wealthy man. However, the wealthy in Hong Kong were known to be as ruthless as coal mine owners.
Until now, Zhao Zhaoyan is still regarded as the epitome of beauty with a plump face, dignified and graceful, exuding a clear allure without being aggressive. She is full of vitality, and no matter how you look at her, she appears comfortable. Before retiring from showbiz, she often played the roles of queens or fairies, and even in modern dramas, she always portrayed the beloved Miss.
Mei Xuandong shares a smooth and exquisite facial structure with his mother. He possesses a dignified and noble presence, along with gorgeous facial features. However, his demeanor is cold, and it’s only when he smiles that he resembles his biological mother.
Qin Chunxiao silently raised his mobile phone to take pictures, thinking that the aura of fate might truly exist. Otherwise, how could Zhao Zhaoyan come into his family’s life four years later? Up close, the resemblance between the two is even more apparent.
But when Qin Chunxiao looked at the picture he took, he felt that something was off.
He muttered, “It doesn’t capture their true beauty.”
The young girl next to him timidly reached out and tapped the boy in front of her on the back. She said, “Hey, don’t worry. Brother Dong doesn’t like having his picture taken. After the press conference, you can post the photo in the fan group and ask the group owner or administrator to help you enhance it. Let’s go.”
Qin Chunxiao turned around and asked, “Can you make it look like the real person?”
The young girl was taken aback by his piercing blue eyes. She was surprised but replied, “Our editing skills are quite good, but it’s impossible to make it look completely identical.”
Qin Chunxiao asked, “How can I join the group?”
His eyes were filled with urgency, and the young girl assumed he was a “sister” fan. In a world where soul mates exist, people didn’t discriminate against individuals of the same gender. Instead, they had developed a sense of calmness and acceptance.
Since they both liked the same guy, they could have a conversation.
She extended her phone and said, “Scan me to add me as a friend. I’m an administrator and can help you with photo editing. However, you need to observe for three days before joining the group. Have you pre-ordered the album? Show me a screenshot of the order.”
Qin Chunxiao hesitated and said, “…I only ordered one. Is that enough?”
The young girl reassured him, saying, “One is enough. How many more do you want?”
They exchanged contact details, and the girl’s screen name was Little Snowman. When she noticed Qin Chunxiao’s username, “Wolf of Gale,” she smiled and saluted him apologetically.
Finally, Qin Chunxiao felt that the post on the internet claiming that “the Lu family, young and old, never evaded taxes, sang with honesty, and never crossed any boundaries during their time in the entertainment industry” was indeed true.
At least even the fans who came to purchase the album seemed decent, without any signs of fanaticism. That was a relief.
He felt more at ease and was about to turn his attention back to listening to Mei Xuandong chatting with the host when Mei Xuandong stood up, preparing to sing.
What does it feel like to listen to a B-level or higher singer perform live?
Qin Chunxiao thought, “It feels like my brain is being shaken.”
The sound pressure was so intense that Qin Chunxiao felt as though everyone in the small venue of about a thousand people could hear the sound clearly without the need for a microphone. Sitting in the first three rows made it easy to find the sound displeasing.
Qin Chunxiao wanted to cover his ears, but he felt too embarrassed to do so in front of a group of fans. Instead, he squinted his blue eyes, resembling a weary subway passenger or a distressed cat.
Amitabha, Mei Xuandong’s singing skills make the scalper ticket, priced at 400, worth it.
Throughout the press conference, a total of three songs were performed, which accounted for a quarter of the album. The title song, “Farewell,” was sung at the end. It was an affectionate slow song, but it didn’t necessarily revolve around romantic love.
The song began with a long saxophone intro, and Mei Xuandong interpreted it with eloquence, as if telling a story of both bitterness and joy. In the end, the other protagonist of the story departs, and Mei Xuandong sings with a blessing in his voice, “May you go with the wind. Your heavenly parents love you, and may you always be happy.”
Qin Chunxiao paused.
Suddenly, he remembered that Mei Xuandong’s adoptive mother had a mental illness. After her adoptive parents passed away, she was married off to a gambling husband by her brother. After twenty years of suffering, she was eventually rescued by her adoptive son and escaped to a mountain village. She found her brother but was refused shelter, so Mei Xuandong gritted his teeth and took her and his younger sister to live in a coal house, relying on singing to support the family.
When Mei Xuandong finally earned money, he sent his mother to the best hospital for treatment. As she became more lucid, Mei Xuandong was overjoyed. Then one day, after taking a bath and changing into new clothes, she jumped from the 20th floor.
Such a tragic individual, yet Mei Xuandong still didn’t forget to save him on the plane.
At the end of the new album press conference, fans had the opportunity to ask for autographs. Mei Xuandong moved a table and sat at the door, bowing his head to sign autographs.
Qin Chunxiao and the fans in the back row lined up together. The fans at the front of the line asked Mei Xuandong, “Could you write a blessing?”
One enthusiastic fan said to him, “Brother Dong, could you write a wish for Ye Xuexue’s successful studies?”
Mei Xuandong lowered his head to sign, and his handwriting was neat, resembling the script of a middle school student’s copybook.
Ye Xuexue, as if she had found a treasure, turned around abruptly and stumbled, falling to the ground. Qin Chunxiao was startled and reached out to grab her, while Mei Xuandong also reached out to help. Both of their arms wrapped around the girl’s back, supporting her to stand upright.
Oh no, it happened. Qin Chunxiao glanced at Mei Xuandong, opened his mouth, but couldn’t produce any sound.
After the hidden soulmate has physical contact, a countdown appears on their bodies. Now that he thought about it, when he was helping him at the airport, he must have noticed it. Perhaps he hadn’t discovered it yet.
He turned his head and left with his newly acquainted fan sisters and the staff.
The girl had sprained her ankle.
Afterward, he acted responsibly by taking a taxi for the girl, noting down the car’s license plate number, and asking Ye Xuexue to confirm her safety once she arrived home before heading back to his own place.
In the bathroom, Qin Chunxiao glanced at the timer on his left abdomen: 719:59:50.
Those 10 seconds were the time they spent together after their physical contact, but the countdown ceased once they separated by a certain distance.
The countdown duration varies for each pair of hidden soul mates. He and Lu Xuandong had to spend 720 hours together, which meant they had to wait for 30 days before they could utter a single word.
But now… the other person must be terrified. Being a celebrity, they have to meet numerous people each day. With thousands of fans at the press conference today, having a countdown on their body must be quite unsettling. It’s going to be difficult to find a moment alone.
