The press conference venue after the concert was decorated in a simple yet elegant style.
The spacious room was brightly lit, with a long table in the center covered with microphones, and a large poster of Xiao Qingfeng's concert printed on the background wall behind it.
Surrounding them were reporters from various media outlets. In addition to a few mainstream media outlets such as CCTV and Beijing and Taiwan media, dozens of reporters from other entertainment media were also present.
At the start of the reception, reporters from several mainstream media outlets were the first to ask questions.
A reporter from a state-run media outlet stood up and asked, "Mr. Xiao Qingfeng, this concert was a great success. What are your thoughts on it?"
Xiao Qingfeng smiled and replied, "Thank you so much for your support and love. This concert was an unforgettable experience for me. I was deeply moved by the enthusiasm of every audience member, and I am honored to be able to bring so many songs to you."
Another reporter from Beijing and Taiwan then asked, "How would you rate your performance at the concert?"
Xiao Qingfeng humbly said, "I think there are still many areas that need improvement. As for the score, let the audience decide."
Another reporter asked, "Could you talk about the creative process behind these new songs? Why did you choose these songs to perform at the concert?"
Xiao Qingfeng answered earnestly: "Without a doubt, songs are the sublimation of emotions. Each song represents my different feelings and thoughts. I chose to sing these songs at the concert because I want to show everyone my most authentic self, and I also hope that these songs can bring some strength and emotion to everyone."
However, as the questioning progressed, some reporters who had been bribed by Jing Chenxi and others began to cause trouble.
A reporter suddenly asked, "Mr. Xiao Qingfeng, there are rumors that you dated your former bandmate Xia Luan and that you even have a child together. Is that true?"
Xiao Qingfeng frowned slightly, and everyone else at the scene looked at the reporter with surprise. This guy was clearly here to cause trouble.
Xiao Qingfeng narrowed his eyes, staring intently at the reporter who asked the question, and asked, "Which organization's reporter are you from?"
The reporter asked confidently, "I'm from the Xinjingbao newspaper. Mr. Xiao, why won't you answer my question? Or are the rumors true?"
"There are also rumors that you have an improper relationship with Han Hong, which is why she is so supportive of you. How do you respond to this?"
"Recently, some people have said that you and Zhuo Ziqi have an inappropriate relationship. What do you have to say about this?"
"Recently, someone uploaded a photo of you from high school online and claimed that you are gay. Do you have anything to say about this?"
Upon hearing this, the reporters at the scene all looked at the reporter. This was too daring to ask; was he here to cause trouble?
Xiao Qingfeng maintained his smile and said calmly, "Let me answer your first question first. Yes, we have a child!"
When Xiao Qingfeng said, "Yes, we have a child," the room fell into complete silence; you could hear a pin drop.
Everyone seemed frozen in place, staring wide-eyed at Xiao Qingfeng, their faces filled with disbelief, as if they were wondering if they had misheard.
The reporters, who had been preparing various follow-up questions, found them all stuck in their throats.
They looked at each other, their eyes filled with shock and confusion.
The once quiet and orderly scene was now filled with subtle sounds.
The reporters began to whisper among themselves, their voices low but filled with shock and curiosity.
"Is this true? Xiao Qingfeng really has a child?"
"This is so unexpected, I never expected it."
"If this news gets out, it will be incredible, absolutely explosive news!"
Various murmurs arose among the crowd, with everyone speculating about the veracity of the matter.
Under the lamplight, Xiao Qingfeng sat there quietly, his expression calm, as if his words had not caused much of a stir.
However, the air around him seemed to freeze, and a tense atmosphere permeated the entire press conference.
The reporters who had originally come to cover the concert were now completely captivated by this sudden news. Various questions kept popping into their minds as they awaited further explanation from Xiao Qingfeng.
The reporter who had just asked the question froze on the spot, his mind completely blank. Xiao Qingfeng's answer had left him speechless, and he couldn't think of any follow-up questions.
Just then, Xiao Qingfeng spoke again.
"Please be quiet, everyone. I not only have a child, but I can also tell you who he is and where he is right now."
Upon hearing this, all the reporters were excited; this news was absolutely explosive.
Xiao Qingfeng smiled slightly: "Are all your equipment ready? Turn on the cameras and don't miss a single frame."
Suddenly, Xiao Qingfeng stretched out his finger, spun it twice in the air, and then pointed it at the reporter in front of him.
"Look closely, everyone. This is your long-lost son. Child, I am your biological father. Call me 'Father' and let me hear it!"
The person Xiao Qingfeng was pointing to was the reporter who had asked the question, and the scene fell silent again.
It was only then that the audience realized that Xiao Qingfeng was completely toying with the reporter.
There was a moment of suffocating silence, followed by a burst of laughter.
Some reporters laughed so hard they were doubled over, while others clutched their stomachs, their eyes filled with admiration for Xiao Qingfeng's witty response.
The tense atmosphere was instantly replaced by joy, as if the shock and confusion from before had never happened.
After the audience's laughter subsided, the reporters had varying thoughts.
Some reporters secretly admired Xiao Qingfeng's witty response, thinking that his answer was absolutely brilliant.
However, many believe that Xiao Qingfeng's response was a smear campaign against himself.
They felt that Xiao Qingfeng's behavior was too rigid and would offend the entire journalism industry.
In their view, Xiao Qingfeng, as a public figure, should have handled these kinds of issues more tactfully, rather than so directly mocking the reporter, to the point of resorting to insults.
They worry that Xiao Qingfeng's public image and persona will be damaged as a result, and believe that his actions may trigger more negative public opinion.
The reporter who had been tricked turned from red to green with rage. He felt utterly insulted and humiliated, having lost face in front of everyone.
With a trembling hand, he pointed at Xiao Qingfeng and shouted, "Xiao Qingfeng, you've gone too far! How could you treat a reporter like this? We were just doing our job. Your behavior is immoral."
His voice was hoarse with anger, and his eyes were filled with resentment.
He continued, "Do you think you can escape the problem like this? Your behavior will cause the public to lose trust in you, and your career will suffer as a result. You will pay the price for your arrogance."
After saying that, he glared at Xiao Qingfeng fiercely, as if trying to express his anger and dissatisfaction with his eyes.
But Xiao Qingfeng remained calm. Looking at the angry reporter, he said calmly, "I respect every reporter who truly fulfills their duties, but for those who deliberately spread rumors and maliciously make things difficult, even if I answer you calmly today, there will still be people spreading rumors and causing trouble later."
"Moreover, I'm telling some people clearly today, don't try to provoke me or make me ruin my image. I can tell you clearly that I don't care, and Xiao Qingfeng has never had an image. What you see is who I am, say whatever you want!"
"As for the rumors, I don't need you to make them up. I'll make them up for you myself right now. I, Xiao Qingfeng, have three great hobbies: money, beautiful women, and of course, music. Alright, you can make up whatever you want based on these three hobbies!"
Xiao Qingfeng's words were firm and powerful, plunging the room into another brief silence.
No one expected Xiao Qingfeng to be so tough. Does this mean he has no intention of staying in the entertainment industry?
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