Chapter 21

 Chapter 21: I Have Many More Talents

Zhang Yiyang and Yan Wei knew that there was a talent scout from "College Show" in the small auditorium.

They thought the scout didn't think much of Lu Zhixing before, but now they realized that he was just calling for instructions.

The talent scouts from "College Show" didn't have much power. If they were impressed by a student, they could only give them a chance to pass the first round of auditions, but they couldn't guarantee that they would make it to the next round, let alone the finals.

But it was clear that Lu Zhixing's case was special.

Even the music students in the audience could only hear some professional insights, but they were still just sophomores. Even though their knowledge of music theory and their horizons were slightly better than ordinary college students, they were still limited.

They could tell that the song was good, the lyrics were good, and the singing was good, but they couldn't say much more.

But the talent scouts from "College Show" were professionals, and they were obviously more discerning.

He could tell that Lu Zhixing's singing skills were more than just "good." They were definitely "professional-level."

Singing skills are not just about belting out a few high notes like Li Zihang.

In addition to factors such as breath control and pitch, the most important thing is whether the singer can pour enough emotion into the song and arouse the audience's emotional fluctuations.

Lu Zhixing's song was not difficult and did not have any particularly complex changes, so many people subconsciously ignored his singing skills.

But in fact, Lu Zhixing's state was relaxed, but his pronunciation was very clear, and his pitch, breath control, etc. were all impeccable. Most importantly, his voice was very distinctive and had a special narrative feel.

Listening to this voice makes people feel comfortable and down-to-earth.

It can be confirmed that Lu Zhixing's voice would also be very good for singing folk songs or some common lyrical songs.

This singing skill is enough to crush some of the poorly singing idols in the talent shows, and it is also no match for some of the tool singers in entertainment companies.

What surprised this talent scout the most was that the song also had a section that was similar to yodeling at the end.

Yodeling is a singing technique that is universally recognized as extremely difficult. It requires the singer to start singing in the middle and low registers with their true voice, then suddenly enter the high-pitched register with their falsetto, and then quickly alternate between the two methods to create a very unique and cheerful effect.

This means that the singer must have perfect control of their true and false vocal techniques. If they can sing this, it means that most vocal techniques are not a problem.

The yodeling section at the end of this song was inserted to continue the upbeat atmosphere of the whole song, but it also served as a show-off effect, which instantly conquered this talent scout.

That's why he called for instructions as soon as the various colleges started competing for Lu Zhixing, in order to secure the most convenient conditions for him to participate in the show, and to show his sincerity to the maximum.

In the eyes of this talent scout, the result was certain.

Which student would refuse an invitation from a talent show?

A welcoming party and a real variety show are of different weights. Even a primary school student can tell the difference.

And the reason why Zhang Yiyang suddenly fell silent was also because of this.

He didn't think he had the right to compete with "College Show" for a person.

No matter how lively the welcoming party is, it is nothing more than a small event in the school. At most, it can only be exposed to classmates, and the influence range is limited.

But what about "College Show"? It's a highly popular variety show that represents the real entertainment industry. If you're lucky, you could become a national sensation and be scouted by a brokerage company to embark on a career in the entertainment industry.

How could this be?

The game design department had produced a good singing talent, which was a good thing. Although the conditions offered by the other departments were also good, Lu Zhixing was after all a member of the game design department. Zhang Yiyang thought that he had a good chance of getting him, since he was close to home.

But he didn't expect the talent show to suddenly intervene and cut in.

As a result, Zhang Yiyang couldn't even say the words he had prepared before. He was out of breath.

The other representatives from other colleges also showed expressions of knowing the difficulty and retreating. In their opinion, there were no other possibilities. Anyone with a normal mind would know how to choose.

Everyone was silently waiting for Lu Zhixing's answer.

However, Lu Zhixing on the stage smiled slightly and did not look at the scout in the eye.

"Thank you for your love, but I still choose the Game Design Academy."

This statement stunned everyone.

Their first reaction was blank. What's going on? Did they hear it wrong?

After a short period of confusion, Yan Wei pinched Zhang Yiyang hard with joy.

Zhang Yiyang also reacted instantly: "Brother, are you serious?"

The scout from "Campus Show" was also stunned. He never thought that there would be such a possibility.

I was rejected?

As a scout, I have rarely been rejected in so many years!

As a result, it was still in college, and I was rejected by a student? And the reason for this student's rejection was that he was going to participate in the college's welcome party?

It's too absurd!

The scout was puzzled, even a little bit doubted his life.

"Student, did I not explain it clearly enough? The first two seasons of our show have set viewership records. Even if you don't get a good ranking, just showing your face on it will be enough..."

Lu Zhixing smiled and said, "Thank you, I am very familiar with the "Campus Show" program.

"I just don't like signing a ten-year indenture contract with a brokerage company, and I also don't like competing on the same stage with contestants who have paid to pass the qualifying round and contestants who have paid 250,000 to advance to the finals."

This statement made the scout from "Campus Show" and Li Zihang, who was sitting in the audience, freeze in place, their faces flushed red.

Other students also leaned back in unison, saluting in awe.

This student is so brave! Is this kind of thing something that can be said in person?

In fact, many people are aware of the twists and turns of "Campus Show", and they have also discussed them in private.

The long-vine entertainment and various capital behind "Campus Show" can clean up the negative public opinion that has a relatively large impact on the Internet, but it is impossible to shut up everyone. These rumors, as long as there are people around who have participated in the qualifying round, can be more or less understood.

As an important venue for the "Campus Show" qualifying round, it is not surprising that students at Jinghai University know these things.

Most people, although aware of the unfairness, felt powerless to do anything about it. After all, "University's Got Talent" had its issues, but were other variety shows any cleaner? In the entertainment industry, everyone knew not to mock the wild boar while hiding their own dirty secrets; it was all the same.

If the program genuinely extended an invitation, most people could only say, "It sounds great," and would still participate.

But Lu Zhixing had directly expressed his disinterest from the very beginning, giving no face to the talent scouts of "University's Got Talent."

This indicated that he had no interest in the show from the start.

The talent scout's expression turned somewhat unsightly, but Li Zihan's expression was even worse.

In the entire auditorium, the term "contestant who spent money to top the charts and pass the preliminary auditions" was solely directed at him, with no one else fitting the description.

The contrast between the two on stage was simply staggering, and Li Zihan, who had been so proud of passing the preliminary auditions for "University's Got Talent," was now completely overshadowed.

Not only that, but Lu Zhixing had also shown complete disregard for the opportunity to skip the preliminary auditions entirely!

It was clear who had the upper hand.

On stage, Lu Zhixing winked at Liu Bo in the audience.

He noticed that the progress bar for "Campus Superstar who despises evil." in his field of view had suddenly increased by a significant amount.

At this moment, Zhang Yiyang couldn't contain his excitement. He was on the verge of jumping out of his seat.

"Well done, junior! You're truly my little brother! You're a credit to our Game Design Department. From now on, we're brothers, and if you have any requests, just tell me, and I'll satisfy all your needs!

"When the time comes, I'll introduce you to some gentle and lovely senior sisters...

"Or maybe some bold and sexy ones, whichever you prefer, bro will be your wingman for everything!"

Others looked at him with a mix of disdain and envy.

Darn it! Why did such a good opportunity fall into the lap of the Game Design Department!

Previously, Liu Bo had played the guitar well, sung well, and although he lacked talent in songwriting, it was enough to make every department except the School of Music want him.

But unexpectedly, there was an even more outstanding talent coming up behind him!

Many students from other departments could only sigh in regret.

However, when they thought about it again, they found some consolation in the fact that Lu Zhixing had even rejected a reality show. They couldn't help but feel a sense of comfort alongside their regret.

What did it matter if "University's Got Talent," a popular variety show, slipped through their fingers?

There was no doubt that this incident would quickly spread and become another campus legend after today.

This situation was even more sensational than the previous myth they had created. After all, the previous one was just a competition between them, but what about Lu Zhixing? He was not only being fought over but had also refused an invitation to a talent show.

Zhang Yiyang enthusiastically escorted Lu Zhixing off the stage and all the way to the entrance of the small auditorium. He repeatedly assured him, gave him detailed instructions about the rehearsals for the college welcome party, and exchanged contact information. He couldn't stop smiling.

Invincible!

Our college is invincible!

...

On their way back to the dormitory, Liu Bo had a complicated expression.

"Lu Ge, although I'm happy that you slapped the faces of the talent scouts and Li Zihan on the show, helping me vent my frustration, I have to say... you never told me you could play the guitar and write songs!"

"Before, when I asked if you could sing, you said you just occasionally sang a few lines. Is this what you call 'a few lines'?"

While the four buddies in Room 404 had a close relationship, they were still getting to know each other since the school had just started. Lu Zhixing's performance today had not only shocked all the students in the small auditorium but also completely surprised Liu Bo.

Did he call that "occasionally singing a few lines"?

Clearly, he had composed both the lyrics and music himself and even gained recognition from professional talent scouts!

Thinking back to his previous pretentious guitar-playing and singing in the dorm room, Liu Bo felt incredibly awkward. When Lu Zhixing had applauded him back then, his expression had been so sincere, it was like he was a master of acting.

There's a saying that goes, "Fear a brother's hardship and fear a brother's luxury."

Of course, he wanted to help his brother out when things were tough, but if his brother ended up doing much better than himself, it could be quite disconcerting!

Lu Zhixing also fell into silence, unsure how to explain this situation.

Actually, I only just acquired these skills recently, and I only exchanged this song from the in-game shop right before going on stage. But saying that would make it seem like I'm trying to break our brotherhood.

So, he patted Liu Bo's shoulder and said, "It's okay, you'll soon discover that I have many other talents, and you'll gradually get used to it."

Liu Bo was frustrated. "Seriously, even when I call you 'fat,' why do you still get out of breath? You must treat me to dinner! It has to be the $68 buffet to compensate for the trauma to my soul!" (Tl Note: The proverb "You're so fat, why are you still out of breath?"The fat here means talent. And Liu No is saying that you already have many talents yet you have more other talents.)