Chapter 148 Bian Ji Wins the Heavenly Voice Award

After the opening song performed by all the guests, the host briefly went on stage to announce the next act.

The first performer was Yuan Mo, who brought a song called "Burning Edge of Time," which was grand and majestic, a departure from his usual lyrical and composed style.

The sound waves, like a surging river, crashed outwards from the center of the stage in all directions time and time again.

It has to be said that listening to the song live was truly an incredibly moving experience; Lu Yinzhao was so excited that she couldn't speak.

That's what a senior is like; his voice is terrifying.

Is this the true value of the final match? The intensity was incredible.

Ye Siyu, who came on next, completely blew the audience away. This time, her handling of musical techniques was more advanced and complex.

However, because everyone is familiar with her musical style, this song, despite being technically more difficult than her previous works, did not offer much of a surprise.

The third person to appear was Qiu Yan. Lu Yinzhao only remembered that Qiu Yan seemed to have made a small mistake in the first episode.

But the moment she opened her mouth, he was completely amazed.

Qiu Yan was in excellent form today, and the song she chose was perfectly suited to her. Combined with the stage and lighting, the entire atmosphere was incredibly romantic and beautiful, truly a feast for the eyes and ears.

Next up were singers that Lu Yinzhao had never seen before on the show.

One is Zhou Ruiming. I heard from the people next to me that he used to study bel canto, and his voice has a natural reverb when he sings. The other is Xia Yiqian, who sings rock.

But both of them sang in a different style than usual today. Zhou Ruiming brought a light pop song with a Broadway-style section in the middle, while Xia Yiqian showed off his Peking Opera singing, which was refreshing.

Next up was Elia. Her stage presence was undeniable; her queenly aura and effortless ease were truly unique.

Elia wasn't competing at all; she was just playing music and enjoying herself.

With all these guests being so incredibly talented, Lu Yinzhao couldn't help but start to feel nervous.

Unexpectedly, Bian Ji was the last to appear on the final night of the competition, which echoed the first episode.

"Dear audience, as the spotlight sweeps across every melody of this season."

"When our applause accompanies each singer on their journey..."

"Today, this journey about music and original aspirations is finally coming to a gentle end."

"And now, bringing this final battle to a close, is our last singer tonight, the one who has always sung with 'sincerity' into his notes... Shall we all shout his name out loud?"

Audience: "Bravo!"

Host: "Let's all shout together..."

Audience members: "Panic! Panic! Panic!"

Lu Yinzhao shouted along with everyone else; finally, the moment he had been most looking forward to had arrived.

"Perhaps you've heard the songs he wrote for the stage, the songs he sang for stories... but the song he's bringing tonight holds a time that lasts even longer than the stage..."

"This is a work he wrote when he was a child, with his innocent pen and pure heart. Please enjoy the song - 'Sun Gear'."

Lu Yinzhao was puzzled; he had never heard of this song title before.

If it was written when he was a child? He should know most of it...

Before Lu Yinzhao could continue to ponder, the stage was illuminated again with white light, dry ice was brought in, and the entire stage seemed to be shrouded in mist.

The moment the prelude began, Lu Yinzhao was startled.

This familiar music is...

Isn't this the English song "Solar Grin" that Bian Ji sang in the finals abroad that year?

Has Bian Ji been changed back to Chinese?

Upon closer listening, the arrangement has been slightly altered, becoming more delicate and gentle.

The melody is still the same...

But writing lyrics is different.

The melodious intro gave everyone goosebumps as soon as the verses began.

Bian Ji's control over his voice is almost perfect.

Over the years, Lu Yinzhao has witnessed him become more and more capable.

Bian Ji became even stronger after returning to China following his studies abroad.

At this moment, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he's a walking CD.

"The morning mist drifts over the rusted tracks, and I count the distance between the sleepers..."

“Every tooth mark is etched with a secret, the trajectory of a heartbeat when chasing the light.”

The beam of light followed the man in the white suit, step by step, toward the front of the stage.

As Bian Ji drew closer, Lu Yinzhao could clearly see the chain on Bian Ji's wrist, from which hung a small piano.

That was bought for him by Lu Yinzhao before.

Lu Yinzhao's eyes widened.

Bian Ji actually brought this to such an important stage? It was clearly just a small, inexpensive gift.

When the chorus began, the symphony orchestras on both sides of the stage started playing, and the harmonies perfectly enriched the layers of the music.

The sounds around me were like the wind and the clouds, as if they could lift me up lightly.

"The tacit understanding as the gears begin to turn is like stars falling into the tide..."

"I dare not speak too directly, for fear of disturbing...this special ray of dawn."

When Bian Ji sang this part, his eyes suddenly stared straight in a certain direction from the audience.

Two pairs of eyes met in the air, separated by a not-so-distant distance.

Lu Yinzhao stared blankly into the other person's eyes, unable to distinguish whether the sound in his ear was the beating of drums or the loss of control of his heart.

Lu Yinzhao could sense that Bian Ji was looking at him.

But before he could fully appreciate the emotions within, Bian Ji moved on to the next verse.

"You've woven the evening breeze into verses, giving solitude a place to rest..."

"The truest definition of being moved is standing side by side... watching the sunset."

If this weren't the final competition of "The Voice of China," Lu Yinzhao might have even thought that Bian Ji was confessing his love to him for a moment.

Is it just my imagination?

It must be... an illusion.

It's just a song.

Bian Ji just happened to write such a love song.

After repeating the chorus again, the climax gradually builds up, and the song comes to an end.

The teachers from both orchestras slowed down the music, the symphony stopped, and finally only a single piano note remained.

"When the morning light once again bathes the tracks, I will hold your hand..."

"Having walked all the roads..."

"...Let's go on a date."

After the song ended, everyone in the audience was stunned for a while before bursting into screams and applause.

The girl next to Lu Yinzhao had gone crazy, yelling, "Ahhhhh, Bian Ji! Bian Ji! Bian Ji! I want to marry you!"

Lu Yinzhao's friend on the other side said, "This feeling of love at first sight is so strong, even I, a guy, am moved."

Lu Yinzhao: "..."

Yes, even he was momentarily confused, thinking that Bian Ji was professing his love to him.

Bian Ji's stage presence is still too strong. In interpreting the song, she achieved an immersive performance, completely drawing the audience into the emotions of the lyrics.

Although Lu Yinzhao cannot sing, he can clearly tell whether a singer is using emotion when singing.

Perhaps this is why good songs endure; it's not easy to make listeners empathize with a performance.

Bian Ji did it, and did it very well.

Regardless, Lu Yinzhao was determined to cast his vote for Bian Ji.

This vote was truly free of any personal feelings; Lu Yinzhao voted based on his conscience.

Not only him, but almost everyone else present also voted for Bian Ji.

Bian Ji's stage performance was truly different from his previous ones. The aloofness he exuded on stage before had transformed into heartfelt emotion and tenderness, and this contrast was sure to bring a pleasant surprise.

Finally, after a long wait for the results to be announced, and considering the number of votes cast by the live audience today, as well as the total score from each episode, Bian Ji surpassed Elia by only ten points to win the championship of this season of "The Voice of China".

He was then awarded the "Heavenly Voice Award," and the trophy was shaped like a golden microphone.

At that moment, the person on stage looked down into the audience, their eyes tender and full of unspoken words.

For some reason, Lu Yinzhao understood the meaning behind it.

—The grand stage you expected me to stand on has been achieved. I will not let you down in anything I can do.

...

After the recording ended, the audience left in an orderly manner.

The guests may need to record some additional content, as well as individual interviews and the program's wrap-up ceremony.

As soon as he went out, Lu Yinzhao received a message from Bian Ji.

[Bian Ji]: Don't wait for me, just go straight back to school and be careful on the way.

【Zhaozhao】: Oh, okay.

Lu Yinzhao walked along the road, hesitated for a moment, but couldn't help but type the message.

[Zhao Zhao]: The song you sang today was "Solar Grin," right? Why didn't you sing the original version and even changed the lyrics?

The previous versions were also very nice, perhaps because they were written by Bian Ji when he was a child, so they were more childlike. Today's version, however, is more sentimental, and the feeling it evokes is...

Very different.

Perhaps Bian Ji was busy again, because this message was not replied to in a timely manner.

Lu Yinzhao took a taxi back to school and arrived at the dormitory just in time for curfew.

"Lu Yinzhao, you're back! You went to watch the final stage, tell me quickly! How did it go! My goddess got first place, right?"

Song Shuye grabbed Lu Yinzhao's shoulders and shook him back and forth.

Lu Yinzhao made a zipping motion near his mouth and smiled mysteriously, "It's a secret."

"I know that you audience members need to keep the show a secret, but there's no one else around right now. Could you whisper it in my ear? I'm really curious!"

Lu Yinzhao discovered that Song Shuye was always a curious child.

But he remained tight-lipped and did not reveal any information.

"You'll see when the show airs; all the stages today will surprise you."

Lu Yinzhao's words made Song Shuye even more anxious.

"Don't ask anymore. If you know the result before watching the show, you'll lose the sense of anticipation and surprise. I'm doing this for your own good."

Song Shuye sighed: "I know you're right, but I just can't help it..."

"I reckon you'll see it in about two months. Don't worry about it. It's getting late, go to sleep."

Lu Yinzhao ignored Song Shuye and took her change of pajamas to take a shower.

He has to get up early tomorrow to pick up Long Xiaoman and the others, so he needs to get plenty of rest.

If nothing unexpected happens, tomorrow will be another long and tiring day.

*

The next day.

Two friends who hadn't seen each other for a long time met at the high-speed rail station.

Long Xiaoman immediately threw herself into Lu Yinzhao's arms and hugged him tightly.

"Zhaozhao, waaaaah, I missed you so much!"

Lu Yinzhao looked Long Xiaoman up and down in surprise.

"You...how have you lost so much weight?"

The person in front of me had completely changed. He was dressed casually and trendily, and had a perm with slightly parted, layered curls.

A word flashed through Lu Yinzhao's mind—

Younger, cute puppy.

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Author's Note: Now—

Zhao Zhao: How did my brother turn into a cute little puppy? ⊙_⊙

after--

Zhao Zhao: [Clown] (Brother becomes best friend)

[P.S.: Xiaoman and Zhaozhao have the same account number ╮(￣▽￣)╭]