Chapter 1 The Intersection of Destiny

(Note before reading: dear friends, this article is based on an imaginary background and is purely fictional. It has nothing to do with the real world. The author will try to be logical, but it is not recommended to be too picky.)

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Minefield warning: 1. Because it is a boy group audition, and it is oriented towards being a heartthrob, it is inevitable that Mai Fan and his partner will be together. There are also some ambiguous feelings, but they will not really be together. If you mind this aspect, please enter with caution!!!

2. When the text involves performances and stages, lyrics will be interspersed. These lyrics do not exist in reality and are written by the author. If you find them particularly unacceptable, run away!

3. The characters in the novel are not particularly perfect, and they are certainly not all people’s favorites, so if you really don’t like them, just skip them, or see you in the next book. Don’t curse the characters or the author, and don’t quarrel.

The main text begins, I wish you all a happy reading!

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Xie Qingyu stood in front of the mirror, looking at the familiar yet unfamiliar face, feeling a little dazed for a moment.

The boy in the mirror had handsome features, fair skin, and a hint of childishness, which was completely different from his original mature face that had been polished by countless performances.

He raised his hand and touched his face. The warmth he felt with his fingertips made him realize that this was not a dream.

——He really became a different person.

In other words, he became another self in a parallel world.

Xie Qingyu took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down.

He was originally the captain of the top boy band NOVA-X, leading the members to the last performance of their global tour.

However, just as the nanny car they were riding in drove onto the overpass, a sudden chain reaction accident brought him into this world.

Xie Qingyu in this world is an orphan, only seventeen years old, and is in his second year of high school.

His parents died in an accident, and he barely made ends meet with meager scholarships and income from part-time jobs.

But as tuition and living expenses continued to increase, his financial situation became increasingly difficult.

Just when he was about to give up his studies, a promotional poster for the audition of "Road to the Stars" caught his attention.

"Maybe this is an opportunity." Xie Qingyu thought so at the time and decided to sign up for the draft.

However, fate always seems to like playing jokes.

On his way to the audition site, he was in a car accident and lost consciousness.

When he woke up again, the soul in his body had become the captain of the top group NOVA-X from another world - Xie Qingyu.

Looking around, Xie Qingyu found himself standing in a small rental house.

He couldn't be sure whether he came through at the moment of the car accident or at the moment when he regained consciousness.

Xie Qingyu guessed it was the former. He had a car accident in another world, and the 'Xie Qingyu' here happened to meet him. Perhaps the two worlds overlapped and intersected for a moment at that time.

But he had no memory of how he got back to the rental house!

Could it be this body's self-protection mechanism?

After checking the body, no wounds were found, but it could be felt that the body was very weak and it was very likely that it had been in a state of malnutrition for a long time.

The room is simply furnished, with a bed, a desk and a wardrobe taking up almost all the space.

The desk is piled high with textbooks and exercise books, and there are a few motivational posters on the wall.

Under a pile of textbooks, he found a diary.

Opening the first page, it was densely filled with the original owner's thoughts.

"I received another payment notice from school today, and the money in my account is already insufficient. What should I do? Do I really have to give up my studies?"

"My income from work is becoming increasingly unstable, and my boss is always finding excuses to deduct my wages. Should I change jobs?"

"The auditions for 'Road to Stardom' have begun!

I heard that every contestant has to go through auditions, and even contestants from major companies are treated equally, and the opportunity for internal referrals to enter without auditions has been cancelled.

Finally, 99 people will be auditioned to participate in the program. As long as you are among the final 7 people who make the debut, you can sign a contract with the company and receive a generous bonus.

Perhaps this is my only chance. It's short and won't affect my schooling. Plus, as long as I get the bonus, I won't have to worry about expenses anymore and can graduate successfully! "

Xie Qingyu flipped through the pages, feeling a mixture of emotions. The original owner's struggle and helplessness seemed to be conveyed to him through the words.

He closed the diary and sighed helplessly.

Xie Qingyu also had some guesses about where the original 'Xie Qingyu' had gone.

Maybe they went to his world and happened to exchange identities.

It is also possible that...

Xie Qingyu hopes it is the former!

At least this way, this child who has never been defeated by the pressure of life can still live well!

In the next few days, Xie Qingyu began to prepare for the auditions.

My wallet is already very empty, but I have to take good care of my body, otherwise I will not be able to withstand the high-pressure training of the draft.

Holding the scattered change and coins in his hand, Xie Qingyu sighed deeply. To be honest, he hadn't been dominated by poverty like this in many years!

It is hard for Xie Qingyu not to suspect that the reason why this body had to return to the rental house under the protection of its body functions after the car accident has a lot to do with the current poverty of the family!

After all, if someone were sent to the hospital, the bills from a series of examinations would be enough to overwhelm this crumbling family.

The subsequent tug-of-war with the car owner's insurance company will be another long-term "battle". They can wait, but "Xie Qingyu" cannot. Every day is very precious to him!

Now that Xie Qingyu from another world has taken over this business, what can we do?

Just hang on!!!

At least they had to hold on until they could get to the recording base. During these few days, Xie Qingyu wished he could break a coin into two halves just to survive.

During this period, he also used his many years of stage experience to prepare a performance repertoire that was more suitable for the preliminary round.

On the day of the audition, Xie Qingyu arrived early.

There was already a long queue outside the venue, and the contestants were waiting with either nervousness or excitement.

Xie Qingyu stood in the crowd with a calm look.

"Next, Xie Qingyu!" the staff shouted.

He walked into the venue and came to the door of a room. The staff motioned him to push the door open and go in.

Xie Qingyu pushed the door open and walked in.

The room was very large, and the incandescent light from the ceiling seemed to be able to illuminate the entire person without hiding.

There was a long table in the middle, with seven people sitting around it, both men and women. There was a camera in the middle of the table, facing Xie Qingyu in the dark.

Maybe a minute passed and no one spoke. Everyone, like the camera, just looked at him indifferently.

Xie Qingyu took a quick glance and realized that this was a test of the contestants' on-the-spot reaction.

"Hello, teachers. I'm Xie Qingyu, I'm seventeen years old, and I'm from Yun City No. 2 Middle School."

His voice was clear yet confident, clearing away the previous dull atmosphere.

Xie Qingyu raised an eyebrow unexpectedly when he saw the lady sitting in the middle, his eyes filled with scrutiny. "Xie Qingyu, your profile says you're self-taught in music?"

"Yes." Xie Qingyu nodded. "I have loved music since I was a child, but due to family reasons, I didn't have the opportunity to receive professional training."

"So what are you going to perform today?"

"An original song, 'Monsoon.'" Xie Qingyu said with a smile.

"Monsoon" is a song written by Xie Qingyu when NOVA-X just debuted.

At that time, facing the declining popularity and unknown future, he was filled with confusion and anxiety.

However, it was this song that made him rediscover his love for music and his determination to pursue his dreams.

He used "monsoon" to metaphorically describe the unpredictable nature of fate and the ups and downs of life, and expressed his determination to move forward bravely even in the face of difficulties.

This song later became one of NOVA-X's classic tracks, not only gaining popularity for the group, but also allowing Xie Qingyu to emerge in music creation.

Whenever he sang this song on stage, the fans in the audience would wave their glow sticks and sing along with him, "Because I believe the wind will lead me to the direction."

The lady sitting in the middle put down the documents and pen in her hand, leaned back slightly on the chair, raised her hand to signal him that he could start, and the others at the table also exchanged glances, obviously interested in this young contestant.

Xie Qingyu slowly closed his eyes, the corners of his lips slightly raised, as if he was back on that familiar stage.

(The monsoon blows by, taking away yesterday's silence,

The road under my feet is like an outline in the fog.

I stand here, listening to the call from afar,

But I can’t see the answer to the future.)

Even though I have come to this strange world for me, even though there may be no way back, I must work hard to live my life, so as not to disappoint every fan who has poured countless love into me, and not to disappoint myself!

Xie Qingyu opened his eyes, looked directly at the camera, and smiled gently.

(They say the dream is too far away,

But I know that the fire in my heart has never been extinguished.

Even if you fall, you must move forward bravely.

Because I believe the wind will take me further.)

How are the members? Did they come to this world like me, or are they still waiting for me in their original world? I will definitely see you again.

Xie Qingyu's eyelashes cast a faint shadow under the light, and her eyes were deep and calm, as if she was recalling something.

He looked like a traveler who was about to embark on a journey. Although the road ahead was unknown, he was ready to face everything.

(Monsoon, blow away my confusion,

Take me to the light that belongs to me,

No matter how long the night is, I am not afraid of being alone.

Because I know that dawn is just ahead.

Monsoon, blow away my hesitation,

Let me see the ocean that belongs to me,

No matter how rough the waves are, I will still brave them.

Because I believe the wind will lead me to find the direction.)

When singing "Monsoon, blow away my confusion", Xie Qingyu's voice suddenly rose and his eyes became hot.

His brows were slightly furrowed, and there seemed to be stars twinkling in his eyes, with a stubbornness that was almost obstinate.

His fingers gripped the microphone tightly, his knuckles turning slightly white from the effort, as if he wanted to pour all his emotions into these lyrics.

The body sways gently with the rhythm, as if dancing with the wind, or as if fighting against fate.

(The lights on the stage illuminate the dream in my heart,

Every step is heavy, but I don’t want to stop.

I heard the applause, like a distant echo,

Tell me not to be afraid and to fly bravely.

They said the road was too difficult.

But I know that my sweat will not be in vain.

Even if you are lonely, you must face it with a smile.

Because I believe that the wind will lead me to the end.

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Wind, take me flying, flying over those waves of doubt,

Wind, take me to chase, to chase the starlight that belongs to me,

No matter how big the world is, I am not afraid of getting lost.

Because I know the wind will lead me to find myself.)

When singing "Wind, take me flying, fly over the waves of doubt", Xie Qingyu's expression suddenly softened.

His eyes were no longer sharp, but rather gentle and relieved, as if he was recalling experiences that had once caused him pain but ultimately made him grow.

At this moment, he had a faint smile on his face, as if he had finally let go of the burden in his heart.

The voice also became gentle, as if telling a long-ago story, or as if comforting the past self.

……………………

As the song neared its end, Xie Qingyu's voice gradually became lower, as if the wind had gradually died down.

His eyes became calm and deep, looking into the distance, as if he was looking at his future self.

His fingers gently released the microphone, his body relaxed, and he looked exceptionally peaceful.

(Monsoon, thank you for taking me flying,

Let me see the light that belongs to me,

I will keep walking until my dreams come true.

Because I know the wind will lead me to find the direction.)

He sang the last sentence "Because I know that the wind will lead me to find the direction" softly, his voice almost inaudible, but with a reassuring firmness.

There was a glimmer of hope in his eyes, as if he had already seen the starlight that belonged to him.

Everyone should be well!

When the song ended, the room fell silent again, but Xie Qingyu knew that this would only be temporary.

Sure enough, everyone at the table started discussing it heatedly, their eyes all turned to Xie Qingyu, hot and bright, as if they had discovered some treasure.

From the moment Xie Qingyu opened her mouth, the lady in the middle sat up straight involuntarily and listened attentively.

She picked up the microphone, her voice gentle but with an authority that could not be ignored: "Hello, Xie Qingyu, I am Liu Yue, the chief producer of "The Road to Star Dreams".

In addition to "Monsoon", have you prepared other talents? We will take them into consideration and include them in the final result. "

Although Xie Qingyu debuted as a member of a traditional trainee group, he is not completely ignorant of the routines of talent shows.

At this time, even if you have more talents, you can't show them all at once.

The audience likes strong people, but if the strong people are so strong that others cannot catch up with them, the audience will lose their sense of participation and freshness.

The draft is not a one-off game, but a protracted battle.

It is necessary to keep things fresh at all times, make the audience feel needed, and gradually convert them into your fans.

He shook his head slightly, his fingers unconsciously pinching the corner of his clothes, his expression a little awkward, and asked in a low voice: "No... Is this something that must be prepared?"

Liu Yue smiled and said in a relaxed tone: "Of course not, this is just a... well, it can be regarded as an extra test question."

Xie Qingyu's eyes lit up instantly, as if he had grasped some hope, and his tone was filled with anticipation: "So... does that mean I passed?"

Liu Yue nodded, his tone filled with approval: "Yes. The program recording will begin in two weeks. Because it is a closed training shoot, you need to prepare in advance."

Xie Qingyu bowed deeply and said sincerely, "Thank you." After that, he turned and walked out of the room with light steps, and his back revealed an indescribable calmness.

In fact, there were not too many fluctuations in his heart. He had experienced so many stages, big and small, and he knew that this was just the beginning.

As he walked out of the venue, the sunlight shone on his face, warm and bright.