Chapter 135 - The Brightest Star

"Myoriginal dream has not changed..."

"BecauseI want to make money to help pay off my family’s debts..."

"I wantmy family to live a happy life. I want my mother to no longer have to work hardday and night."

"Therefore,I have to make a lot of money!"

When LuChen’s firm and powerful voice, through the LCD TV stereo hanging on the wall,clearly entered Lu Xi’s ears, her sister’s eyes suddenly appeared a littleglistening.

She came toBeijing from the Binhai and saw with her own eyes how hard Lu Chen worked tomake money and knew how much he had paid.

Chen Jianhaoonce told Lu Xi privately that when Lu Chen came to work in his bar, he wasalways very diligent and almost never late for work.

In order toearn more tips, among all the waiters, Lu Chen is the most diligent in runningsolo. Because he has to bring tea and wine to the guests every day, he is oftentoo tired that he can’t get up straight, and often rides the last subway backto his rental house in the evening.

And he hasbeen living in a basement where he could not see the sun and cheap rent.

Later, LuChen came out to sing. In order to make up for his shortcomings, he practiced theguitar desperately. Even if he had a pick, he would still play until hisfingers were broken and bleeding.

He can now easilyrefer to folk songs, the basis of his practice, until his skill has progressedby leaps and bounds.

Chen Jianhao’swillingness to help Lu Chen was also because he was impressed by his hard work.

At thismoment, Lu Xi’s estrangement to Lu Chen disappeared silently.

The present LuChen is no longer that ignorant big kid of the past!

Is there anyreason for her to continue holding on to her prejudices?

He is heryounger brother.

In the T1studio, the applause resounded.

Although thecurrent talent show has changed a lot from before, the contestants no longer trytheir best to make up stories, but when it comes to dreams and ideals, it isnatural for them to say something passionate or touching in order to impressthe audience and win votes.

Since thebeginning of the "Singing China" competition, Lu Chen has been winning usinghis talent and excellent original works, no matter it is the preliminary auditionor the tournament.

Lu Chennever boasted or make up any stories. He even said that his dream was to makemoney.

Now everyoneknows that his dream is the most sincere!

3,000audience warmly applauded to show their appreciation and encouragement of hissincere attitude.

Chen Fei’er wasmoved: "I hope your dreams can come true. I believe they will cometrue!"

Lu Chensmiled: "Thank you!"

Tan Hongnodded: "Then start your performance!"

Lu Chen tooka deep breath, suppressed the intense fluctuations in his heart, and adjustedhis aura and mood to the best.

Then heturned sideways and gave a thumbs-up to the live accompaniment band - ready tobegin.

The prelude soundedimmediately.

Lu Chen willsing this song for himself!

He held theguitar and plucked the steel string.

When thestudio quickly quieted down, the surrounding lights quietly went out, andcountless stars began to flash on the dark dome, just like the most beautifulstarry sky of the night.

"Thebrightest star in the night sky, can you hear clearly,

The endlesssighs from lonely souls looking up.

Will thebrightest star in the night sky recall,

Mycompanion, whose shadow melt into the wind.

I pray for aclear conscience with tears on my eyes,

Find thestrength to embrace you, pretending nothing’s wrong...

Whenever I amlost in darkness and fail to find the meaning of life,

Oh~ thebrightest star in the night sky, guide me towards you.

......"

Behind LuChen, a magnificent scene of the universe appeared on the huge screen.

There arealso lyrics that popped up.

"TheBrightest Star In The Night Sky" is the original work that Lu Chenprepared for the final.

This song isabout the dream of Lu Chen’s youth. With the courage, self-confidence and driveof young people, it shows the power of love to every young heart like him!

What isexpressed in the lyrics is the spirit of pursuing. The belief that no matterwhat, there will always be the brightest star in front of us to guide usforward, always believe in the existence of light.

Becausethere is always something in life that makes us worth caring about and worthbeing moved!

"......

Thebrightest star in the night sky, do you know.

Where artthou, shadow that enjoins two hearts.

Oh~ thebrightest star in the night sky, do you really care

Whether thesun rises first or misfortune arrives.

I’d ratherkeep all the pain in my heart, than forget the look of your eyes.

Find thestrength to embrace you, pretending nothing’s wrong...

Whenever Iam lost in darkness and fail to find the meaning of life,

Oh~ thebrightest star in the night sky, please shine the path towards you.

......"

Inside theT1 studio hall, there was a strange serenity.

This kind ofserenity is not the superficial kind. It was very quiet and there was no sound,and the 3,000 audiences were quietly listening, listening to the soul-touchingsong from Lu Chen.

To feel theemotion so intense that it makes one shudder!

In thissong, Lu Chen fully showed his voice qualities.

His high tomidrange tone transition was smooth without any difficulty, especially in thehigh note’s parts, there was no sharpness that pierces the eardrum, but it gavethe whole body goose bumps, and have a feeling of electric shock.

On the otherhand, Lu Chen’s guitar playing matched perfectly with the live band, expressingthe excellent melody of the song incisively and vividly without any regrets!

It was thefirst time for everyone present, along with the tens of millions of viewers infront of the TV and computer screens to hear this song, and all of them weredeeply moved.

Differentpeople can have different understanding of this song. it can represent love. Itcan also represent family affection and even friendship. Its tolerance is itsgreatest charm!

The song alsotells all people that even if they are in a desperate situation, they shouldbravely look for hope, even when they are most lost or even desperate, and to learnto face everything.

Because we wereyoung, we were once arrogant;

Because we wereyoung, we have gradually become secular;

But nomatter where we are, we should keep a pure heart.

Listen toyour heart. Pursue the direction of life!

"TheBrightest Star In The Night Sky", Lu Chen sang to himself and to all thepeople.

"The brightest star in the night sky, can you hear clearly, theendless sighs from lonely souls looking up!"

The sound ofthe piano is lingering in the air.

Tan Hong wasthe first to stand up. He stared at Lu Chen and clapped his palm hard.

Then ChenFei’er, Lin Zhijie and Zhen Zhen...

And the 3,000audiences on the scene.

The applausewas so loud, so orderly, as if it had been rehearsed in advance, and it wasgripping!

But for areally good song, it deserves the glory!

Lu Chen putdown his guitar. He bit his lip, smiled happily, and bowed deeply.

Thank youfor listening to me finish this song.

Finally, theapplause was no longer so orderly, and it suddenly became furious, as if itwere a storm, pounding the walls and domes of the studio hall, making the wholetall building resonate!

In the backstage,many contestants and their family and friends group were also applauding forthis powerful opponent.

Lu Chen’ssong has conquered the audience on the scene, as well as them.

There was nojealousy. They were sincerely convinced!

Lu Xi staredat Lu Chen on TV. The tears in her eyes finally slid down her face.

At thismoment, regardless whether Lu Chen can win the final or not, she feels noregrets!

The applausein the hall lasted for two minutes.

Until itcalms down. Tan Hong said: ""The brightest star in the night sky", this is thebest song I heard tonight."

"Idon’t want to comment too much. I’ll give you 10 points, because that’s all Ican give you!"

Chen Fei’er10 points, Lin Zhijie 10 points, Zhen Zhen 10 points...

Eye-catchingnumbers flashed across the big screen, adding up to the highest judges’ scoreof the night.

40 points!

Although thefinal result has not yet been announced, there was no longer any suspense on whowill be the champion.

Although theother nine singers did well, however, they all cover other people’s songs. LuChen is not only not inferior to any of his opponent in singing, but he also cameup with a new original song.

A work thatcan be a classic!

Thebrightest star in the night sky, he is undoubtedly the brightest star tonight.

Whether onor off the stage, no one has surpassed Lu Chen’s advantage!

No onedoubts this point.

Such asituation is extremely rare in previous talent shows.

At theirhome in Binhai City, Lu Xue hugged Fang Yun and jumped and screamed, so excitedthat she could not control herself.

Fang Yunallowed her to make a fuss. Her eyes were always staring at Lu Chen in the livebroadcast.

This is her child!

At theForget Worries Bar, the guests patted the wine table hard. They raised theirglasses high and laughed loudly.

The beer inthe glass shook, bubbling up with white foam.

In Lu Feilive broadcast room, the celebration of millions of fans has reached the mostexciting part, and the amount of the barrage has reached a terrifyingsituation, even affecting the server of [Whale TV], bringing heavy load to thelatter! (TN: Server load)

"We arechampions!" "We are the strongest!" "Long live!"

It was unknownhow many members of Lu Family Army have rewarded their fish balls that theyhave accumulated from the usual check-in and task, and many people even puttogether an aircraft carrier to celebrate Lu Chen’s victory in the first seasonof Beijing Satellite TV "Singing China".

Before that,they had cast countless votes for Lu Chen through the Internet, mobile phones,phone calls and text messages.

They can saywith great pride that everyone has contributed to this championship!

At the livebroadcast, the vote count is all over, and the host started to announce therankings starting from the 10th place.

Until thelast one.

"Iannounce that the winner of the first season of "Singing China" is..."

"LuChen!"

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TN: The song"The Brightest Star in The Night Sky" by Escape Plan: Here.

TN: Here’ssomeone singing the English version (diff translation): Here.

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TN: Here’s another interpretation: Here.