"No, why are you so confident all of a sudden? Who gave you such courage?!"

Lu Chen was surprised to see Zhao Ling's attitude towards the tigress.

Zhao Ling: "Who are you talking about? Who else could it be? You! With you here, I have to pull him wherever I go."

Lu Chen: “…”

This flattery leaves me speechless!"

"Let's go, let's have some midnight snack. I'm hungry."

Feng Nan urged from the front.

…

And now.

As the scene was evacuated one after another.

"Boss Han, can we interrupt the signal now?"

Han Youshang nodded: "Remember to put the specific data on my desk tomorrow."

"Okay, Mr. Han."

Han Youshang leaves the data center.

Following behind him was Zhao Kai, the operations director of the entertainment section and the direct person in charge of the variety show "Microphone".

Just went out.

Han Youshang suddenly stopped.

Zhao Kai, who was chattering behind him and complimenting the concert, almost bumped into him.

"What's wrong, Mr. Han?"

Han Youshang hesitated for a moment and said, "Zhao Kai, is there any way to make these celebrities use their full strength to deal with Microphone?"

Zhao Kai was stunned. It turned out that the leader was thinking about this...

It seems that "Tante" has given the leader confidence and started to think of new tricks, so he paused and asked cautiously: "Increase the reward limit?"

Han Youshang turned around and glanced at Zhao Kai: "Do you think they are short of money?"

Zhao Kai: "No, but if the amount is particularly large, I guess they will be tempted, right?"

Han Youshang shook his head: "It's different. Those first-tier stars won't fight for money. You underestimate them."

Zhao Kai: "That fame... I don't lack it either."

Han Youshang hesitated for a moment and said, "If there is one, there is only one."

Zhao Kai: "What?"

Han Youshang: "The absolute desire to win! Only the absolute desire to win can make them give their all."

Zhao Kai seemed to be thinking about something. He had to understand the truth, but it was easier said than done.

"Boss Han, frankly speaking, based on my musical literacy, I don't think they can sing the song "Tante". Even if someone can sing it, they are rare."

Han Youshang raised the corner of his mouth: "Isn't this the result we want?"

"But if that's the case, they know it won't work, so they won't try their best. That's human nature."

"So, this is something you need to think about. I think the second issue of "Microphone" needs to be revised and upgraded. It's still too simple like the first issue."

Zhao Kai seemed to be thinking about something: "Okay, then I'll think about it! Try to maximize the effect of these people. Of course, also try to maximize Lu Chen's performance!"

Han Youshang was stunned: "What else do you think of Lu Chen?"

Zhao Kai: "Yes, Mr. Han! I think Lu Chen is still too relaxed. If he can come to the variety show "Microphone" and compete face to face, the popularity will definitely explode!"

Han Yousang: "The contract has been signed, but people are not obliged to come."

Zhao Kai: "Then think of a way. If you can win over other artists, you can win over him too. After all, we are all artists. As long as the conditions are met, there is nothing we can't win over."

Upon hearing this, Han Youshang looked at Zhao Kai meaningfully.

"I didn't expect you to have your sights set on him. But don't worry, think of ways to capture those other artists first, and leave Lu Chen for last."

"Okay, got it!"

…

at the same time.

Sijiucheng, Song Association.

In the office.

Looking at the TV screen which has gone black.

Qian Keli and Lu Jianguo were smoking for a while.

The room was quiet.

But it is like a dormant volcano that can erupt at any time.

"Old Lu, I have an idea."

"What a coincidence, I have an idea too."

"You have an idea too? What is it?"

"What do you think? Speak first."

Qian Keli's tone paused.

"Alright, alright, I won't tease you anymore. My issue is nothing serious. It's just the publicity issue I told you about. Lu Chen helped me a lot this time."

Lu Jianguo dusted off the cigarette ash and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

Qian Keli breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this.

I thought something was wrong with Old Lu, but it turned out to be this: "Old Lu, this kid is not simple. He has accomplished everything you and I thought of today."

Lu Jianguo nodded: "Yes, this concert brought you and me so many surprises."

Then he changed the subject: "Come on, tell me what you are thinking? Or, to what extent have you been calculating in your mind?"

Qian Keli laughed: "Old man, your words are so harsh. What do you mean by scheming? When have I ever scheming against him? I just like this guy more and more. I think he is a treasure, so I want him!"

Hearing the last sentence, Lu Jianguo's smile froze: "You want it? What do you mean?"

Start speaking official language.

Lu Jianguo was also depressed.

I thought carefully about Qian Keli's words.

It was as if he suddenly thought of something, and then, his slightly cloudy eyes revealed a hint of surprise.

"Old Qian, you don't want to recruit Lu Chen into your singing association, do you?"

"Are you surprised? Aren't there a few people in the entertainment industry who have joined the Song Association?"

Lu Jianguo thought so too.

It's not surprising indeed.

However, most of those who join the Song Association are well-known stars or veteran artists in the circle.

Although Lu Chen is definitely famous enough now, he is still a little younger than those who have joined the Song Association...

But it's not a big problem.

Rules are dead, people are alive.

If Qian Keli really wanted to recruit Lu Chen, it would only take a word.

It is recognized as the first association among the fourteen associations under the Federation of Literary and Art Circles.

In fact, the threshold for artists in the circle to join the Music Association is quite high.

Most people are just figureheads at best.

It is completely different from formal membership.

From this we can see that Qian Keli is really attracted to this boy.

At this point, Lu Jianguo suddenly realized and said with a smile: "Then do it as soon as possible. Otherwise, I see that Lao Xiao from the Chinese Musicians Association may get ahead of you after watching tonight's concert, especially the last two parts. It's better to strike first."

Unexpectedly, this made Qian Keli furious: "How dare he! I'm telling you this, I'm determined to have Lu Chen, and I won't give him face no matter who comes!"

Lu Jianguo: "What if the leader gives the order?"

Qian Keli did not give in at all: "The leader gave the order, but he still didn't give face! It's better for this kid to stay in my Song Association than to join any other one!"

Lu Jianguo: “…”

This old guy is making too much fuss tonight.

He was surprised and said, "But it's useless even if you recruit them. They will quit the circle by shutting down their microphones. When they quit, it will be almost the same as just a figurehead."

Qian Keli: "You don't understand this. It doesn't really matter whether he retires or not. It's important to me whether he comes or not. Whether he can do something that will surprise us again is more important!"

Lu Jianguo couldn't help but frown.

"Forget it, it's getting late. Let's talk again when we have time. You should go back earlier. Otherwise, your old Meng will scold me."

Qian Keli began to see the guests off.

Seeing that it was almost ten o'clock, Lu Jianguo, who was a little exhausted, stood up.

Pointing at Qian Keli, he said with a smile: "You guy, no wonder you are so young and your hair is whiter than mine, it's because of your cunning mind."

"Go away, you are old! But Old Lu, there are some things you need to take care of later!"

"What's up?"

"What did you say? Whoever is causing the trouble will be dealt with. This is within your jurisdiction."

"Okay, got it. I can handle it without you telling me."

Lu Jianguo pushed the door open and walked out.

Qian Keli was the only one left in the room.

But there was no hurry to leave.

Instead, he sat down and lit another cigarette, smoking while continuing to think...

…

And now.

Lu Chen, who did not rush to have a midnight snack but went to the stadium entrance to see off his fans outside the stadium, finally returned.

Looking at the table full of midnight snacks.

Lu Chen lamented that Zhao Ling was such a wasteful woman!

"Can you finish all this food?"

"Who told you to finish eating and pick what you like? Can't you stop eating?"

Zhao Ling and Feng Nan had already finished their portions.

Sit aside and rest.

Lu Chen started eating like whirlwind.

Seeing that Feng Nan and Zhao Ling were not looking at their phones or chatting, they were just staring at him.

Lu Chen got goose bumps all over his body.

"No, why are you two looking at me? Is there money on my face?"

Zhao Ling and Feng Nan looked at each other.

Zhao Ling: "How about we have a meeting to summarize? We'll be sitting down anyway."

Lu Chen: "Okay, you guys talk about your stuff and I'll eat mine."

Zhao Ling: "Feng Nan, do you have anything to say?"

Unexpectedly, Feng Nan nodded immediately and said, "Yes! I really have a few words to talk to Brother Lu."

Lu Chen: "Okay, you go ahead."

Feng Nan sat up straight, and seemed to organize his words for a while before getting to the point: "Brother Lu, do you feel that there is something wrong with your current musical positioning?"

(End of this chapter)