Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Da Fei performs "I Remember," a song that evokes strong emotions in Cheng Huanhuan, who starts crying uncontrollably.
• The audience is divided in their understanding and appreciation of the song, with some moved to tears and others not grasping its meaning.
• Da Fei's performance receives a low score of 55 points from the Hundred Praise Group.
• Music critics Li Daxiao and Wang Can harshly critique Da Fei's performance and the Liang Yin Band.

Character Developments

• Cheng Huanhuan: Realizes the meaning behind Da Fei's song, which resonates deeply with her, leading her to cry and express her longing and guilt for her late mother.
• Da Fei: Shows his emotional depth and skill in moving audiences through his music, but remains silent and composed amidst the harsh criticism.
• Zhu Ying: Orchestrates a direct confrontation between professional singers and internet trolls, aiming to create a dramatic show effect.
• Critics Li Daxiao and Wang Can: Demonstrate their harsh and uncompromising critique style, contributing to the show's tense atmosphere.

Significant Themes

• The power of music to evoke emotions and resonate with listeners.
• The contrast between professional critique and public opinion.
• The cyclical nature of time and the possibility of reuniting through amnesia.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Huanhuan and Da Fei: Cheng Huanhuan's emotional response to Da Fei's song creates a poignant moment between them.
• Da Fei and the Critics: Da Fei remains silent as Li Daxiao and Wang Can harshly critique his performance, highlighting the tension between professional critique and public opinion.
• Zhu Ying and the Critics: Zhu Ying orchestrates the harsh critiques to create a dramatic show effect, demonstrating his control over the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Da Fei and Liang Yin Band participate in a talent show, but Da Fei remains silent and accepts harsh criticism, which surprises and disappoints his bandmate Guo Xiaoliang.
• Da Fei is eliminated in the first round. He leaves the stage silently and starts a live stream outside, revealing his severe allergic reaction (red bumps) to the audience.
• Da Fei faints, and the live stream audience exceeds fifty thousand. He is rushed to the hospital.

Character Developments

• Da Fei (Lin Chudong): Maintains a calm and collected demeanor despite harsh criticism, demonstrating strategic thinking and resilience. He uses his allergic reaction to draw attention and sympathy from the audience.
• Guo Xiaoliang: Initially admires Da Fei's boldness but later feels disappointed in Da Fei's silent acceptance of criticism.
• Liang Yin: Shows unexpected physical strength and concern for Da Fei's well-being by carrying him to the ambulance.

Significant Themes

• The cutthroat nature of the entertainment industry and the pressure to conform to expectations.
• The strategic use of social media to gain attention and sympathy.
• The importance of maintaining a calm and collected demeanor under pressure.

Character Interactions

• Da Fei and Guo Xiaoliang: Guo Xiaoliang is initially impressed by Da Fei's boldness but later feels disappointed in his silence.
• Da Fei and Liang Yin: Liang Yin shows concern for Da Fei's well-being by carrying him to the ambulance.
• Da Fei and the live stream audience: Da Fei uses the live stream to gain sympathy and attention from the audience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong (Da Fei) is hospitalized after drinking excessive milk due to a challenge.
• Lin Qiqi, a wealthy and influential woman, takes charge of Da Fei's care and arranges a luxurious VIP ward.
• Da Fei wakes up two days later, with both Lin Qiqi and Liang Yin (Shopkeeper's wife) by his side.
• They watch Da Fei's performance on the show, which moves Lin Qiqi to tears.

Character Developments

• Lin Qiqi: She shows genuine care and concern for Da Fei, going out of her way to ensure he's well taken care of. She also displays a playful and affectionate side towards Da Fei.
• Lin Chudong (Da Fei): Da Fei shows resilience and a strong work ethic, even while recovering in the hospital. He also displays a tender and caring side towards Lin Qiqi.
• Liang Yin (Shopkeeper's wife): She shows dedication and responsibility towards Da Fei's well-being, but also feels uneasy about Lin Qiqi's presence.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Care: The chapter emphasizes the strong bond between Da Fei and Lin Qiqi, as well as the care and concern shown by Liang Yin.
• Wealth and Social Class: The stark contrast between the luxurious VIP ward and the crowded general ward highlights the differences in wealth and social class.

Character Interactions

• Lin Qiqi and Lin Chudong: Their interactions are playful and affectionate, with Lin Qiqi often teasing Da Fei and showing him care and affection.
• Lin Qiqi and Liang Yin: There's a hint of tension between them, with Liang Yin feeling uncomfortable about Lin Qiqi's closeness to Da Fei, but they maintain a polite and respectful demeanor towards each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Da Fei's emotional performance of "I Remember" moves the audience, but he receives a low score of 55 from the judges.
• The audience reacts strongly, defending Da Fei and criticizing the judges, leading to the judges being doxxed and harassed online.
• Wang Xiaoyan's performance receives a high score of 95, further fueling the audience's outrage.
• Da Fei is revealed to be in the hospital due to an allergic reaction to milk, which he consumed after his performance.
• Da Fei posts a Weibo video explaining his hospital stay and revealing his milk allergy, sparking a public outcry against the milk company.

Character Developments

• Da Fei: Shows emotional depth and vulnerability through his performance, maintains composure despite the low score and online backlash, and reveals his milk allergy.
• Wang Xiaoyan: Her performance is perceived as mediocre by the audience, and she receives criticism for her high score.

Significant Themes

• Maternal love and longing
• The power of emotion in music
• The influence of online audiences on public perception and opinion
• The responsibility of judges in talent shows
• The potential consequences of corporate sponsorship in entertainment

Character Interactions

• Da Fei and the audience: A strong connection is formed between Da Fei and the audience through his emotional performance, leading to their defense of him against the judges.
• The judges and the audience: The judges' low score for Da Fei and high score for Wang Xiaoyan cause a rift between them and the audience.
• Da Fei and the milk company: Da Fei's revelation of his milk allergy sparks public outrage against the milk company, potentially damaging its reputation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Netizens demand an investigation into Grassland People Milk's involvement in Da Fei's allergic reaction.
• Magic City TV suspends the 'Hundred Praises King of Songs' program due to public outrage.
• The Magic City Food Safety Bureau announces an investigation into Grassland People Milk.
• Director Feng scolds Zhu Ying for his mishandling of the show's editing.
• Manager Lu panics and orders a cover-up at Grassland People Milk after learning about the online backlash and impending inspection.
• Wang Xiaoyan offers to help Manager Lu 'cool down' but is rejected.

Character Developments

• Da Fei: Although not present, his actions (or lack thereof) spark public outrage and lead to investigations into the show's production and the sponsor's involvement.
• Director Feng: Becomes furious with Zhu Ying's mishandling of the show and fears for his career.
• Manager Lu: Panics after realizing the severity of the situation and tries to cover up Grassland People Milk's involvement.
• Wang Xiaoyan: Becomes angry and suspicious of Da Fei's intentions, feeling threatened by the public's reaction to his performance.

Significant Themes

• The power of public opinion and social media in shaping public discourse and influencing official actions.
• The consequences of corporate greed and unethical practices.
• The struggle between personal ambition and professional responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Director Feng scolds Zhu Ying for his incompetence, threatening him with legal consequences.
• Manager Lu and Wang Xiaoyan engage in a brief, tense interaction before she leaves, with Wang Xiaoyan offering to help Manager Lu 'cool down' but being rejected.
• The assistant informs Manager Lu about the online backlash and impending inspection, causing him to panic and order a cover-up.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Xiaoyan, a singer, publicly criticizes Da Fei's music, sparking online backlash.
• Da Fei is hospitalized due to an apparent reaction to Grassland People Milk, escalating the conflict.
• Media outlets rush to interview Da Fei, but he declines until he's ready.

Character Developments

• Wang Xiaoyan shows arrogance and lack of self-awareness, leading to public criticism.
• Da Fei demonstrates strategic thinking and calmness under pressure.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics in the entertainment industry.
• The consequences of public statements and the importance of timing in responses.

Character Interactions

• Wang Xiaoyan's comments lead to a public outcry against her.
• Da Fei's team discusses their strategy and supports him.
• Da Fei interacts with reporters, giving a cryptic response that leaves them confused but intrigued.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Da Fei gives an evasive interview, leading to a viral video and memes.
• Lin Chudong (Da Fei) opens a Silver Treasure Chest, receiving a Constitution boost.
• Lin Qiqi walks in on Lin Chudong during his physical transformation, leading to a misunderstanding.

Character Developments

• Da Fei: Maintains his enigmatic persona, gains physical strength from the Silver Treasure Chest.
• Lin Qiqi: Shows concern for Da Fei's health, misinterprets a situation, and acts embarrassed.

Significant Themes

• The power of ambiguity and evasion in public relations (Da Fei's interview).
• The impact of viral content and memes on society (Da Fei's interview video).
• The consequences of misunderstandings and misinterpretations (Lin Qiqi's reaction).

Character Interactions

• Da Fei and the Liang Yin Band: The band members are concerned about Da Fei's health and reputation.
• Da Fei and Lin Qiqi: Lin Qiqi shows care for Da Fei, leading to a misunderstanding and embarrassment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Grassland People Milk is exposed for using sick cows, leading to public outrage and the company's shutdown.
• Lin Chudong's band receives their first salaries, with Lin Chudong earning over a hundred thousand yuan.
• The band hires an accountant, Qian Duoduo, and she interacts with the band members.
• Lin Chudong tries to contact Zhang Yiran about his songs but receives no response.
• Tian Yingxiong calls Lin Chudong, expressing his desire to visit him.

Character Developments

• Lin Chudong: Realizes the power of his actions in exposing Grassland People Milk; becomes the highest-paid member of the band.
• Wang Zhi: Excited about his new salary; feels inferior when Qian Duoduo shows lack of interest in his bass playing.
• Qian Duoduo: Shows confidence and talkativeness in her introduction; displays indifference towards Wang Zhi's bass playing.
• Zhang Yiran: Ignores Lin Chudong's emails, showing his growing influence in the industry.
• Tian Yingxiong: Still tries to maintain a father-son relationship with Lin Chudong, despite their past issues.

Significant Themes

• The power of public opinion and social media in exposing corporate malpractice.
• The importance of fair compensation for hard work, as seen in the band members' salaries.
• The challenges and insecurities faced by musicians in the industry, such as Wang Zhi's feelings of inadequacy.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chudong and Chen Jianguo: Discuss the Grassland People Milk scandal and Lin Chudong's role in it.
• Wang Zhi and Qian Duoduo: Wang Zhi tries to impress Qian Duoduo, but she shows little interest in his bass playing.
• Lin Chudong and Zhang Yiran: Lin Chudong tries to contact Zhang Yiran about his songs, but Zhang Yiran ignores him.
• Lin Chudong and Tian Yingxiong: Tian Yingxiong calls Lin Chudong, expressing his desire to visit him, despite their strained relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tian Yingxiong (Old Tian) visits Lin Chudong's company, bringing expensive gifts.
• He asks Lin Chudong to write a rap-based male-female duet song for him, as he has discovered a talented young female singer.
• Lin Chudong agrees to write the song for two million yuan, paid in full.
• Tian Yingxiong calls his uncle, Wang Danian, to borrow the money.

Character Developments

• Lin Chudong: Shows his business acumen by charging the same price for the song regardless of the client's relationship with him. He also demonstrates his musical prowess by quickly creating a polished demo.
• Tian Yingxiong: Reveals his stinginess when he initially balks at the two million price tag but ultimately agrees to pay for the song. He also shows his determination to support the young female singer's career.

Significant Themes

• Business Acumen: Lin Chudong's ability to charge a premium price for his services, regardless of personal connections.
• Ambition: Both Lin Chudong and Tian Yingxiong display ambition in their respective fields - music composition and singing.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chudong and Tian Yingxiong: Their friendly banter and brotherly dynamic are evident throughout the chapter, with Lin Chudong teasing Tian Yingxiong about his stinginess and Tian Yingxiong playfully arguing with Lin Chudong about the song's lyrics.
• Tian Yingxiong and Wang Danian: Their uncle-nephew relationship is shown through Tian Yingxiong's casual request for a loan and Wang Danian's willingness to support him financially.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong sells a song to Tian Yingxiong for 2 million yuan.
• Sun Xuan offers to help Lin Chudong get into the Spring Festival Gala.
• Yang Han visits Lin Chudong, expressing interest in buying a song from him for her comeback.
• Lin Chudong agrees to hold the song "Invisible Wings" for Yang Han for three days.

Character Developments

• Lin Chudong demonstrates his business acumen and confidence in his musical talent.
• Yang Han shows determination to make a comeback, considering buying a song from Lin Chudong despite the high price.
• Sun Xuan displays his influence and connections at CCTV.

Significant Themes

• The importance of reputation and building a good image in the entertainment industry.
• The power dynamics and negotiations in business deals.
• The struggle of washed-up celebrities trying to make a comeback.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chudong and Liang Yin discuss business strategies and decisions together.
• Lin Chudong and Yang Han negotiate the price and terms for a song.
• Lin Chudong and Sun Xuan catch up and discuss future collaborations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Qiqi visits Lin Chudong's company on a holiday, where they play drums together.
• They embark on a three-hour drive to Jiao City, with Lin Qiqi sleeping and holding Lin Chudong's hand along the way.
• Upon arrival, they visit the Jiao City Orphanage, where Lin Chudong is warmly welcomed by the children and staff.
• They have a meal with village officials, and Lin Chudong learns that his childhood friend Yao Qiang is returning with his partner, causing Lin Chudong to express a desire to avoid him.
• Lin Chudong and Lin Qiqi stay in a room with one bed at the orphanage.

Character Developments

• Lin Qiqi shows her playful and curious side, enjoying the simple life and being treated like an ordinary person.
• Lin Chudong displays his caring nature, preparing for Lin Qiqi's comfort during the trip and ensuring she has a good time.
• Lin Chudong's past is revealed through his connection with the orphanage and his childhood friend Yao Qiang.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between city life and rural life is highlighted, with Lin Qiqi experiencing the latter for the first time.
• Lin Chudong's humble beginnings and his connection to the orphanage emphasize his down-to-earth nature despite his fame.

Character Interactions

• Lin Qiqi and Lin Chudong's relationship deepens as they spend time together, with Lin Qiqi showing affection towards Lin Chudong and Lin Chudong caring for Lin Qiqi's well-being.
• Lin Chudong's interactions with the orphanage staff and children showcase his strong bond with them and his commitment to giving back to his community.
• Lin Chudong's conversation with Yan Shujuan about Yao Qiang reveals their complex friendship and Lin Chudong's desire to avoid competition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong and Lin Qiqi share a room and a bed for the first time, creating a vast divide between them due to nervousness.
• They discuss Lin Chudong's past, his relationship with Li Dan, and Lin Qiqi's crush, which she doesn't reveal.
• The next day, they visit the Hope Primary School, where Lin Chudong learns about the kindergarten's teacher shortage and the expensive school uniform issue.

Character Developments

• Lin Chudong: Shows maturity and responsibility as the honorary principal, expressing concern for the school's issues. He also opens up to Lin Qiqi about his past.
• Lin Qiqi: Demonstrates her growing affection for Lin Chudong through her actions, such as holding his hand while sleeping. She also shows curiosity and naivety in her interactions with him.
• Chen Meiyu: The kindergarten teacher who is more concerned about her personal gain (the school uniform profit) than the students' well-being.

Significant Themes

• Growth and Change: Both Lin Chudong and Lin Qiqi are experiencing personal growth and change, with Lin Chudong taking on more responsibility and Lin Qiqi exploring her feelings.
• Trust and Openness: The chapter explores the theme of trust and openness in relationships, with Lin Chudong and Lin Qiqi gradually opening up to each other.
• Responsibility vs. Self-Interest: The contrast between Lin Chudong's responsible attitude and Chen Meiyu's self-interest highlights the theme of responsible behavior versus personal gain.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chudong and Lin Qiqi: Their interactions show a growing closeness and comfort with each other, with Lin Qiqi becoming more open about her feelings, albeit indirectly.
• Lin Chudong and Li Jiacai: They discuss the school's issues, with Lin Chudong showing concern and Li Jiacai expressing his difficulties in managing the school.
• Lin Chudong and Chen Meiyu: Their interaction highlights the contrast between their priorities, with Chen Meiyu focusing on personal gain and Lin Chudong prioritizing the students' well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong, the principal, refuses to allow Chen Meiyu, the kindergarten director, to overcharge for school uniforms, leading to a confrontation.
• Chen Meiyu threatens to quit if she doesn't get her way, putting the school's kindergarten at risk of closure by the Education Bureau.
• Lin Chudong stands his ground, leading to a standoff as the Education Bureau arrives for an inspection.
• Lin Chudong asks his sister, Lin Qiqi, an actress, to teach the public class instead of Chen Meiyu.

Character Developments

• Lin Chudong: Stands firm against corruption and prioritizes the school's integrity over personal gain.
• Chen Meiyu: Shows greed and lack of integrity, threatening the school's well-being for personal profit.
• Lin Qiqi: Initially hesitant, steps up to teach the class, demonstrating courage and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• Integrity vs. Corruption: Lin Chudong's refusal to compromise on principles contrasts with Chen Meiyu's corrupt practices.
• Education and Childhood: The focus on the kindergarten and public class highlights the importance of education and nurturing children.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chudong and Chen Meiyu: Their conflict reveals their contrasting values and priorities.
• Lin Chudong and Lin Qiqi: Their sibling relationship is shown as supportive, with Lin Chudong entrusting Lin Qiqi with a crucial task.
• Lin Qiqi and the Children: Their interaction demonstrates Lin Qiqi's ability to connect with and engage young children.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Qiqi, a famous singer, teaches at a kindergarten, captivating the children and education bureau leaders with her performance.
• Lin Chudong, the principal, joins Lin Qiqi in teaching, and they successfully engage the children in a song and dance.
• After the class, Director Ma promises to support Lin Chudong in resolving kindergarten department issues.
• Chen Meiyu, a corrupt teacher, is exposed and threatened with punishment.
• Yao Qiang, Lin Chudong's childhood friend, returns with his girlfriend, Gao Lingling, and boasts about her acting career.

Character Developments

• Lin Qiqi: Shows her teaching skills and gains respect from the principal and education bureau leaders.
• Lin Chudong: Demonstrates his leadership and commitment to the school's improvement.
• Chen Meiyu: Exposed as corrupt and faces potential consequences.
• Yao Qiang: Shows off his girlfriend's achievements and feels superior to Lin Chudong.

Significant Themes

• The power of music and performance in engaging and inspiring people.
• Corruption and its consequences in the education system.
• Boasting and competition among friends.

Character Interactions

• Lin Qiqi and Lin Chudong: They work together to teach the children, showing a harmonious and effective partnership.
• Lin Chudong and Yao Qiang: Their interaction reveals Yao Qiang's boastful and competitive nature, contrasting with Lin Chudong's humble and committed demeanor.
• Lin Qiqi and Yao Qiang: Yao Qiang is initially dismissive of Lin Qiqi but is later surprised and impressed when he learns she is Lin Chudong's girlfriend.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong and Lin Qiqi return to the orphanage, where they meet Yao Qiang and his girlfriend, Gao Lingling.
• Yao Qiang feels inferior due to Lin Qiqi's fame and has a tense interaction with her and Lin Chudong.
• Lin Chudong shares his plan to produce a web series, and Yao Qiang offers to invest.
• Lin Qiqi's "digging and digging" video goes viral, sparking a nationwide trend.

Character Developments

• Yao Qiang struggles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy due to Lin Qiqi's fame.
• Gao Lingling shows maturity and understanding, accepting her role and not comparing herself to Lin Qiqi.
• Lin Chudong demonstrates confidence in his filmmaking plans and is open to Yao Qiang's investment.

Significant Themes

• The impact of fame and wealth on relationships and self-esteem (Yao Qiang's struggle with jealousy and inferiority).
• Friendship and support (Lin Chudong's willingness to help Yao Qiang make money and Yao Qiang's offer to invest in Lin Chudong's film).
• The power of viral content (Lin Qiqi's video sparking a nationwide trend).

Character Interactions

• Tension between Yao Qiang and Lin Qiqi due to Yao Qiang's jealousy of Lin Qiqi's fame.
• Lin Chudong and Yao Qiang's friendly banter, showing their close bond as childhood friends.
• Gao Lingling's understanding and acceptance of her role, showing maturity and self-awareness.
• Lin Qiqi's playful interaction with Lin Chudong, showing their comfortable and affectionate relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Qiqi's "Digging and Digging" meme goes viral, leading to increased popularity and charity invitations.
• Lin Chudong's children's songs, "Gardening and Planting Flowers" and "Our Motherland is a Garden," also go viral and are adopted by kindergartens.
• Lin Qiqi's Weibo post promotes Jiao City Kindergarten, leading to a surge in teacher recruitment.
• Liang Yin Band releases an announcement making the copyrights of the two children's songs publicly available.
• Da Fei Band is invited to participate in the new variety show "I Am a Singer King."
• Yang Han is also invited to "I Am a Singer King" and seeks Da Fei's arrangement services.

Character Developments

• Lin Qiqi gains popularity and becomes more involved in charity work.
• Lin Chudong's songwriting talent is further recognized, and he becomes more involved in charity and education.
• Yang Han is determined to make a comeback and seeks Da Fei's help.

Significant Themes

• Charity and giving back to society.
• Talent recognition and its impact on society.
• The power of social media and its influence on public opinion.

Character Interactions

• Lin Qiqi and Lin Chudong's friendship and collaboration lead to increased popularity and charity work.
• Yang Han seeks Lin Chudong's help for his comeback, acknowledging his talent.
• The Da Fei Band and other singers interact through social media, with some friendly competition and mutual respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong (Da Fei) and Lin Qiqi return from their trip, with Lin Qiqi determined to donate a high school in the village.
• Da Fei's company now has nearly nine million yuan in their account.
• Da Fei and his team record instrumental tracks for two songs in a studio, while Lin Qiqi refuses to record her song without Da Fei present.

Character Developments

• Lin Qiqi shows signs of growing up and developing feelings for Da Fei, throwing tantrums and demanding attention.
• Da Fei demonstrates patience and understanding towards Lin Qiqi's behavior.
• Song Jing, Lin Qiqi's agent, shows concern and patience towards Lin Qiqi's demands.

Significant Themes

• The theme of growing up and changing relationships, as seen in Lin Qiqi's behavior towards Da Fei.
• The importance of patience and understanding in dealing with difficult situations, as shown by Da Fei and Song Jing.

Character Interactions

• Da Fei and Lin Qiqi's relationship deepens, with Lin Qiqi showing signs of romantic feelings and Da Fei being more patient and understanding.
• Da Fei and Song Jing interact professionally, with Da Fei apologizing for causing trouble and Song Jing offering help in finding a male lead for Da Fei's drama.
• Da Fei's team works together to record the instrumental tracks, showing camaraderie and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong secures a three-million-yuan sponsorship from Hongyun Group for his web drama, increasing the company's assets to twelve million.
• He borrows disused buses from Hongyun Group for the production.
• Zhao Renlong, the potential male lead, arrives late for his audition and demands a six-million-yuan acting fee.

Character Developments

• Lin Chudong demonstrates his business acumen and determination in securing sponsorship and managing the production.
• Zhao Renlong shows arrogance and greed, overestimating his value and underestimating the production's potential.

Significant Themes

• The importance of reputation and sincerity in business, as shown by Lin Chudong's visit to Hongyun Group.
• The clash of expectations and values between Lin Chudong and Zhao Renlong regarding the web drama's production value and Zhao Renlong's fee.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chudong and Liang Yin work together smoothly, with Liang Yin expressing her excitement and support for Lin Chudong's decisions.
• Lin Chudong and Zhao Renlong have a tense negotiation, with Zhao Renlong's demands causing friction between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chudong (Da Fei) has trouble finding a suitable male lead for his upcoming drama.
• Zhao Renlong, a potential candidate, leaves after a failed negotiation.
• Cheng Huanhuan, Deng Siqing's classmate, video calls Da Fei and introduces him to Deng Siqing, revealing Deng Siqing's fandom for Da Fei.
• Da Fei agrees to treat both Cheng Huanhuan and Deng Siqing to a meal when he visits Beijing.

Character Developments

• Deng Siqing: Revealed to be a fan of Da Fei, showing a shy and embarrassed side not typically seen on her live broadcasts.
• Cheng Huanhuan: Teases Deng Siqing about her fandom and initiates the video call with Da Fei.
• Lin Chudong (Da Fei): Shows surprise at Cheng Huanhuan's presumptuousness but maintains politeness throughout the conversation.

Significant Themes

• Fandom and Celebrity Interaction: The chapter explores the dynamics between fans and celebrities, with Deng Siqing's behavior showcasing her fandom and Da Fei's polite response highlighting the expected behavior from celebrities towards fans.
• Professionalism vs. Personal Life: Deng Siqing's dominance in her professional life contrasts with her shyness and embarrassment when faced with her personal fandom.

Character Interactions

• Deng Siqing and Cheng Huanhuan: Their friendly banter and teasing showcase their close relationship, with Cheng Huanhuan playfully pushing Deng Siqing's boundaries.
• Da Fei and Deng Siqing: Although they haven't met, Da Fei's polite and respectful demeanor towards Deng Siqing hints at a potential future relationship, given Deng Siqing's influence at CCTV.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Deng Siqing (a famous singer) arranges for her brother, Deng Yong (a popular actor), to join Lin Chudong's drama project, reducing his salary and bringing investment.
• Lin Chudong, the director, is surprised by this fortunate turn of events.
• Deng Yong agrees to join the project, and filming is scheduled to start in five days.
• Lin Chudong plans to involve his company's employees in the production, giving them minor roles or behind-the-scenes positions.
• The female lead is confirmed to be Li Xiaomai, a student at the Film Academy.
• Sun Xiaofeng (Lin Chudong's friend and a TV host) calls to inform Lin Chudong that he has joined the review committee for the 2027 Spring Festival Gala and can secure Lin Chudong's performance.

Character Developments

• Deng Siqing: Shows her influence in the industry by arranging her brother's role in the drama and expressing interest in Lin Chudong.
• Deng Yong: Demonstrates professionalism and willingness to negotiate his salary for the sake of joining the project.
• Lin Chudong: Shows resourcefulness and determination in securing talented actors for his project and involving his company's employees.
• Li Xiaomai: Shows enthusiasm and willingness to accept a role in the drama, indicating her eagerness to gain experience and recognition in the industry.
• Sun Xiaofeng: Shows his support and influence by securing Lin Chudong's performance in the upcoming Spring Festival Gala.

Significant Themes

• Industry connections and influence: Deng Siqing's ability to arrange her brother's role highlights the importance of industry connections and influence.
• Resourcefulness and determination: Lin Chudong's efforts to secure talented actors and involve his company's employees demonstrate his resourcefulness and determination in making his project a success.
• Opportunity and luck: The unexpected call from Deng Yong and the subsequent arrangement with Sun Xiaofeng for the Spring Festival Gala highlight the role of opportunity and luck in the characters' careers.

Character Interactions

• Deng Siqing and Cheng Huanhuan: The two friends discuss Deng Siqing's feelings for Lin Chudong, with Cheng Huanhuan teasingly comparing it to "breaking through a thin layer of gauze."
• Lin Chudong and Deng Yong: The two actors discuss the project's details and agree on terms, showing mutual respect and professionalism.
• Lin Chudong and Sun Xiaofeng: The friends discuss Lin Chudong's upcoming performance in the Spring Festival Gala, demonstrating their close relationship and mutual support.