2. Gone with the Wind

Why? ... Ice asked herself, why ... why do parents have to divorce, why is it that now, knowing clearly that Ji Shenyin is not at fault, there seems to be a wall between them ... ...

It should be said that the songs left behind from previous eras have been refined over time, and much of the dross has been eliminated. Those that can still be sung today are generally quite good, with an overall quality that surpasses the mixed bag of contemporary pop songs. Ji Shenyin's statement is indeed rigorous, befitting someone with a legal background. However, Xi Siyong is particularly stubborn today, relentlessly pursuing Ji Shenyin: 'It is true that there were classics in the past, but now those old-timers often make comebacks, singing a few worn-out songs repeatedly, with no new ideas whatsoever. They are merely relying on their old reputation to make money, which is simply unacceptable'

Empress Fan Club No. 3 - In the icy and snowy environment, performing a 720-degree bare request for the idol's autograph

Cheng Bing gradually realized that a barrier had developed between her and her mother. It turned out that she and her mother used to share everything, even when a boy at school gave her a love letter, she would happily take it to her mother to show off. In middle school, she had seen a girl from the neighboring class who was reprimanded by her mother at school for having a romance novel discovered by the teacher in her backpack. At that time, she truly felt that she had the most open-minded and understanding mother in the world.

On the weekend following the conclusion of the new student military training, the band is to decide on the lead vocalist. The song for the competition is "Life's like a River." This is a traditional piece for the band, said to be an ironclad rule left by the founder; those who do not perform this song well will be disqualified from the position of lead vocalist.

Xi Siyong placed his hand on his heart and said: "You must heed the true voice here, you must bring beauty and enjoyment to others, not vent the turbulent emotions within you, understand?"

Xi Siyong smiled again, bent over, and lowered his head to laugh. After a long while, he finally said softly: "Quite a lot, Miss Lead Singer"

The Empress's fan club assistant - registration is required to join, and auspicious numbers are up for auction

If... if the person does not dislike me and does not cause me trouble, then Cheng Bing honestly admits, "Of course, it is still somewhat gratifying, but it only remains at a mental level, just a fleeting sense of vanity."

Shi Jingwei scoffed at Xi Siyong's considerations: "Put away your head full of idealism! To be honest with you, why did I recruit you as the bassist at the beginning of last year? Because your slap technique feels particularly good, and because your voice is decent enough to double as the lead singer, saving resources?" Even now, despite their deep friendship, Shi Jingwei's words remain sharp, cutting, and to the point: "These are not the main reasons. Do you really think Li Rui left the band and gave the lead singer position to you because he failed eighteen courses and wanted to work hard to improve? Nonsense! I’m not afraid to tell you the truth: before you came, we could count the audience at our small performances on two hands. In December of the year before last, nobody showed up for that gig; we found it boring and didn’t even sing, just played mahjong all night instead!"

Cheng Bing sighed in relief after revealing the secret, feeling as if a heavy burden had been lifted from her shoulders. It was no wonder that the young man who cut the king's hair sought solace in a tree hollow; unfortunately, Xi Siyong was not a tree hollow, but a living person with a nose and eyes. After returning from the forest park, Cheng Bing always felt awkward when she saw him. Zhao Xu invited her several times to join him and their dormitory friends for outings, whether it was playing cards, indulging in leisure, or singing karaoke, but she always found various excuses to decline, claiming that there was a humanities lecture today and an anime exhibition tomorrow. Zhao Xu did not press her, and she secretly pondered that Xi Siyong was indeed tight-lipped; at least she could not discern any signs that Zhao Xu knew her secret.

Unintentionally meeting Xi Siyong's gaze, which was cold and his handsome features appeared inexplicably gloomy in the corner, Jing Bing exchanged a glance with Ji Shenyin, signaling to Li Rui: Is Young Master Xi in a bad mood today

I am expressing my affection for you now, not to please you

Bingbing, do you still remember that we are supposed to go to Hong Kong this year

It was quite absurd. Ji Shenyin chuckled at himself, but unexpectedly, Cheng Bing also smiled, albeit faintly. He took the opportunity to tighten his grip on her arm, wrapping it around his waist. His fingertips traced the contour of her jaw, yet she managed to break free, still smiling at him faintly, shaking her head in helplessness.

Can't you tell that her high notes lack strength

It is unclear whether it is the composition of the piece that is good, or the lyrics that are well-written, or if Xi Siyong's voice inherently possesses such magnetism. As Cheng Bing hums the chorus, an involuntary sense of melancholy descends. In truth, what does it matter if they were childhood sweethearts? For instance, she and Ji Shenyin, wearing white T-shirts and gray pants, how profound can the memories be?

"We are not selling tofu, so why do we need to hire a tofu beauty?" He admitted that what Jingwei said might have some merit, but how is this different from beverage vendors on the street who rely on beautiful girls to attract customers? "I am not concerned about who takes the lead in singing, but don't you think this way of attracting customers is too lowbrow? If the goal is merely to catch attention, wouldn't a pole dance or strip show be even more eye-catching? Then why are we still forming a band? Don't you think this strays too far from our original intention?" If the goal is merely to catch attention, wouldn't a pole dance or strip show be even more eye-catching? Then why are we still forming a band? Don't you think this strays too far from our original intention?

However, when it comes to romantic relationships between men and women, it is truly hard to commend. No matter how good a friend one is, they cannot shield him. In the words of Li Rui, Xi Siyong's romantic history is undoubtedly a "graveyard of white bones," yet it still does not deter the brave women who come one after another. Cheng Bing cannot help but feel fortunate, fortunate that they are merely friends

As he waited for the ice to form before heading out, Xi Si Yong helplessly said to Li Rui: "Buddy, what are you doing? Are you sulking with me?"

She wished that Ji Shenyin would be astonished and ask her what she was talking about, so that she could continue to embellish this tattered illusion, even if it was truly a lie. However, to her surprise, although Ji Shenyin looked shocked, what he said was quite different: "Did Aunt Lin tell you? Wasn't it said that... you would wait until after your birthday..."

Ancient people often said that brothers are like hands and feet, and women are like clothing. However, in today's era, there are many disabled individuals and few who run around naked, until encountering Xi Siyong. Cheng Bing must admit that being his brother, like Li Rui and Shi Jingwei, is such a fortunate thing

Empress Dowager Fan Club No. 1 - Seizing the Opportunity

The fact is that Xi Siyong helped an external company draft structural construction drawings, spending several sleepless nights in the coffee bar of the College of Civil Engineering, living frugally for a long time, and even withdrawing his long-saved fixed deposit intended for buying a bass. Initially, Zhao Xu noticed that Xi Siyong's finances seemed to be in trouble, but out of a sense of pride among men, he felt embarrassed to ask directly. This led him to seek help from Cheng Bing, who then turned to Shi Jingwei, which ultimately brought the entire matter to light.

The father took out a tissue and handed it to Cheng Bing, asking her to wipe the remnants of ice cream from the corner of her mouth, while several strange glances were cast in their direction. The father maintained a good physique and did not look like someone in his forties; coupled with his graceful demeanor, when he went out with her, people often mistakenly thought he was a successful man with a young mistress. She used to feel secretly proud of this, but today she was particularly displeased, glaring fiercely at the people around her as if they were all the culprits destroying her family.

Xi Siyong was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and said: "I registered casually while I was bored studying for the Level 6 vocabulary, what's the matter?"

"It doesn't matter to you whether you will be single in your next life!" Li Rui and Sister Yan are slightly older and usually carry themselves with the demeanor of older siblings. At this moment, Sister Yan sees that several people are quite drunk and feels helpless. As the time to close the dormitory approaches, going back to ask the dormitory manager to open the door would surely be self-inflicted trouble. This year, K University has begun to strictly enforce school discipline and regulations. Except for local students returning home on weekends, all other students are not allowed to stay out overnight without reason. Those returning to the dormitory after 11 PM will be recorded, and exceeding three times will result in a demerit. The dormitory manager cannot check every day; it is fine not to return, but knocking on the dormitory door would definitely be like walking into a gun barrel. Sister Yan, having no other choice, can only instruct the two who seem slightly sober: "Divide into a few groups and carry them over to my place. It's not far, and I share a room with Cheng Bing, so you all can manage on your own!"

Xi Siyong, however, does not feel ashamed but rather takes pride in it: "Haven't you noticed? I, as a good housewife, would rather cut off my own genitals than indulge in smoking and drinking like you, who are completely corrupt in every way!"

After returning home, her father comforted her, saying, "It's alright, when Bingbing gets married, Dad will buy you another one"

What truly made her see Xi Siyong in a new light was a subsequent episode shortly after the welcome party. Shi Jingwei was restless wherever he went, engaging in paparazzi work while vigorously entering the nightlife entertainment industry. Not long after graduation, he partnered with friends to invest in a bar, with initial funding naturally coming from his family. The bar industry in Shanghai is fiercely competitive, and operating it is much more challenging than in other places. Shi Jingwei conducted in-depth research and explored numerous ideas, but unfortunately, his shareholding was too small, and his words carried little weight. After some hesitation, he decided to seek assistance from Xi Siyong—later, Cheng Bing criticized the fact that a prominent media elite in Shanghai actually borrowed money from an undergraduate. Shi Jingwei defended himself by saying: "His family has two apartments in Nanh Lake! How do I know that money was saved from him taking private jobs from outside construction companies!"

"This question should be asked by me, Dad, how have you become like this?"

However, the effect was surprisingly good; the opening piece managed to silence the entire auditorium within a single measure. It was as if the whole world had come to a standstill, solely for her stage.

I don't know what you're getting worked up about; we agreed to vote, so just vote without making a big deal out of it

随着岁月的流逝，沉默成为了你的朋友，你以不同的方式看待世界。不要害怕变老，生活依然充满快乐，过去的美好让你的心灵欢愉

Xi Siyong also chimed in to advise: "Good things should be brought out for people to appreciate, otherwise..." He furrowed his brow slightly and smiled slyly: "I may never understand that 'Andersen's Fairy Tales' are not just children's literature. Besides, if you are willing to sing on Girls' Day, why not come and play with our Rock version? It would be good to exchange ideas as well"

Lü Ji Grilled Fish is a time-honored brand in City K. On the charcoal grill, neatly arranged are rectangular stainless steel deep plates, each containing a grass carp weighing two to three jin, accompanied by spices and vegetables such as bean sprouts and tofu skin. The charcoal fire produces a steaming heat and an enticing aroma, making it especially enjoyable to eat during winter. The waiter scoops up a fish weighing over three jin for them to inspect and, as usual, asks if they have any dietary restrictions. Cheng Bing and Xi Si Yong, in perfect harmony, wave their hands and say, "No cilantro"

Cheng Bing firmly and resolutely declined Shi Jingwei's invitation, not expecting that this seemingly carefree young artist with a ponytail was, at his core, quite persistent. Ever since he learned that Xi Siyong and Cheng Bing were acquainted, he had repeatedly brought Xi Siyong to persuade Cheng Bing to return to the scene, resembling the legendary three visits to the thatched cottage. Shi Jingwei spoke earnestly, appealing to reason and emotion, as if Cheng Bing's refusal to become the lead singer of the band would lead to the demise of K University's rock music and even rock music across all of China. Cheng Bing, somewhat surprised, asked Xi Siyong, "Didn’t I hear that you all are in an underground band and tend to keep a low profile?"

When a beautiful woman gets drunk, she is no different from a normal person, and one might even say she is worse than a normal person. Xi Siyong pulled her outside and couldn't help but scold, "If people see you acting like this while pretending to be drunk, who would dare to pursue you!" Cheng Bing, however, was tugging at his sleeve, tears streaming down her face, shouting as she walked, "I am not drunk, I am not drunk, give it back to me!"

You see, your mother and I have been busy until now this year, but the promises made to Bingbing are something your mother and I have never forgotten, right

一个人必须走多少条路，才能被称为

She still remembers when she was growing up, her mother took her to the street to buy matching outfits, and she wore them to show her father: "Weiguo, do we look like sisters?" Her father smiled and squatted down to perform magic tricks for her, dazzling her with his skills. Suddenly, with a flick of his finger, he produced a pair of gold-inlaid jade Pixiu bracelets and gifted them to her and her mother. She happily wore them on her wrist every day, but during a class spring outing and mountain climbing, one of the bracelets slipped off at the summit and fell down. The side of the mountain they ascended had no proper path, and they relied solely on climbing the cold fir trees and hardy grass along the way. Once at the top, they could only descend from the other side along stone steps. She watched helplessly as the bracelet disappeared into the hazy dust, vanishing in an instant.

Xi Siyong clearly understood her doubts, hesitating over whether to honestly share Shi Jingwei's thoughts. In fact, he did not quite agree with Shi Jingwei's approach of 'burning the bridge after crossing it.' At that time, he said: 'You are the lead singer, and I acknowledge that you sing well, but the audience you attract is mostly infatuated fans! This is not gender discrimination on my part, but rather a fact that there are indeed more boys than girls interested in rock music. From this perspective, Cheng Bing can attract more attention, especially from men, including those who like rock music. I remember that the day when the Picture edition had the highest traffic this year was because of what? That guy who secretly filmed her in the teaching building, how did he describe it—smoky eyes and charming demeanor, with Cheng Bing's popularity, she would definitely make a big splash! Once everyone's attention is focused on the band, you can then push her back to just play rhythm, and that would solve the problem, wouldn't it? ' That guy who secretly filmed her in the teaching building, how did he describe it—smoky eyes and charming demeanor, with Cheng Bing's popularity, she would definitely make a big splash! Once everyone's attention is focused on the band, you can then push her back to just play rhythm, and that would solve the problem, wouldn't it?

Xi Siyong chuckled twice and provocatively said, "What can you do about it?"

Ji Shenyin casually pulled up Cheng Bing's hand and sat down, causing her to instinctively shrink back. Ji Shenyin glanced over with a complex expression. Before he could say anything, Cheng Bing had already turned her head and smiled at everyone, saying: "Let's pick a song quickly!"

After finishing the welcome drinks, Shi Jingwei introduced Cheng Bing to the band members, including the keyboardist, drummer, and the rhythm guitarist who was about to graduate. As for Shi Jingwei himself, he is a person who embodies a high degree of idealism and realism—no matter how despicable the means, he can articulate them with lofty ideals and a bright future. Another important figure is Li Rui, who works behind the scenes, a rather comical-looking chubby man—he is also the former of Xi Siyong, appearing slightly older than the others, exuding a big brother demeanor. As for Shi Jingwei himself, he is a person who embodies a high degree of idealism and realism—no matter how despicable the means, he can articulate them with lofty ideals and a bright future. Another important figure is Li Rui, who works behind the scenes, a rather comical-looking chubby man—he is also the former of Xi Siyong, appearing slightly older than the others, exuding a big brother demeanor.

With a calm expression, Cheng Bing said, "Father's face changed abruptly, and he moved unnaturally, his suspicious gaze shifting back and forth on her face. Then he gradually relaxed and smiled, saying: 'Your mother and I have had some issues recently, but it's not as serious as you think... You see, the television keeps talking about midlife crises, it's not a big deal. Perhaps going out for a bit of fresh air will help... What did your mother say to you?"

As the ice forms, she is eager to try it out; the university coursework is not demanding, and she urgently needs something to fill her spare time, preventing her from dwelling on those entangled yet unavoidable matters

The music building is not far from the dormitory, just two more steps than to the cafeteria, but it had gone unnoticed before. When she came to school, she had prepared a lot of luggage, and her mother joked that she looked like a Gypsy moving house, saying that going to university should be an opportunity for some exercise. Thus, she had to travel light, leaving behind her drawing board and guitar. One day, while passing by unintentionally, she heard a creaking sound. As she walked through the lush trees, the sound was not particularly pleasant, yet it intrigued her to come closer and explore.

Blowing In the Wind

sail before she sleeps in the sand

The secretary-general of the Empress Dowager's fan club—most fond of Inzaghi

A few days ago, he called the dormitory and, upon hearing that you were not there, did not hang up. He engaged in a casual conversation, and when I asked if he had any message to pass on to Cheng Bing, he said not to tell you and to consider it as if he had never called. I thought to myself, since you have nothing to say, why not just hang up? He then indirectly asked if you have been busy with your studies lately and if anyone is urging you to study... You said, aren't lawyers particularly good at chatting?

You are indeed several years younger than me, and you cannot expect me to take the words of a twelve-year-old girl seriously

I do not play the electric guitar

Brothers are brothers, but principles must be clear. Cheng Bing felt it necessary to brainwash Du Jinyun. For someone like Xi Siyong, whose toxicity is even worse than that of radioactive metals, merely being on guard is not enough. After pondering this, she knocked on Xi Siyong's bowl and said sternly: "Let me be clear from the outset, if you dare to do anything that betrays our brotherhood and goes against the principles of the jianghu, I will..."

One word: cool

Cheng Bing stubbornly refused to get up from the table, and Xi Si Yong snatched the cigarette from her hand and extinguished it, attempting to lift her up. However, she insisted, "Give me back my cigarette!"

Am I wrong in what I said? My parents are getting a divorce, you know, but you didn't tell me; you have a girlfriend and are afraid I might not take it well, so you kept it from me... What else is there? I'm not as fragile as you think; you don't have to stay in K City, this shallow pond, just to take care of me

Cheng Bing had heard this song from the music teacher her mother hired; it was on a cassette. Later, she asked someone from her company who was going abroad on business to help her buy the original CD. At that time, she simply thought the song was beautiful, yet she couldn't quite articulate what made it so. Originally, she believed that rock music was merely a combination of harsh and jarring noises, but through this song, she realized that true rock is simply an outpouring of genuine emotions that follow one's inner self, devoid of commercial vulgarity and pretentious embellishments

Xi Siyong nodded slightly, as if to remind himself of something, and said with a faint smile: "I enjoy this feeling of being loved." Cheng Bing looked at him suspiciously and did not speak. Xi Siyong laughed heartily, snapped his fingers to call the waiter, and said, "Two bottles of fruit beer. Don't you feel enjoyment when many boys are pursuing you?"

The Empress Dowager's fan club leader - The Empress Dowager is my direct junior sister in the sect

It is nothing

He casually lowered his head, and a warm kiss landed on her forehead. The warmth of his breath enveloped her cheeks, then her nose, sending a tingling sensation through her. The winter in City K is notoriously cold, penetrating to the very bones, as if all the internal organs had been tempered by ice. Thus, when this sudden warmth wrapped around her, she nearly melted completely in his embrace

The phone in the bedroom rang sharply and urgently in the sweltering afternoon. Cheng Bing did not expect her father to come to City K at this time, saying he was passing through on his way to the west to discuss a business deal and wanted to stop by to see her. The call was arranged at the newly opened Häagen-Dazs store in Times Square, a place they often visited for ice cream when the three of them went out together. Now, she suddenly harbored an inexplicable hatred for all places that evoked her sweet family memories.

Every time it is Li Rui who plays the mediator, saying that this is not venting but rather passion, calling it Passion. Each time, he does not forget to take a jab at Xi Siyong: "You are good at everything, your vocal range is wide, your high notes are solid, your foundation is strong... but you lack passion, always looking like you have seen through the world! If you have seen through the world, why don't you become a monk? Besides, singing skills can be developed gradually, but this bit of passion, even Bing can surpass you. Singing occasionally requires a bit of explosiveness, and this is not the same as laying a foundation in your department!"

Zhao Xuzheng was holding the microphone and shouting "Destiny is supreme". Listening to the debate between Xi Siyong and Ji Shenyin, his already imperfect Cantonese began to go off-key. Li Rui saw Xi Siyong and Ji Shenyin arguing and quickly advised, "Lawyer Ji, you sing really well, how about singing a few more songs? Your specialty is Principal Tan, right? Come on, let's hear a song by Principal Tan!" Ji Shenyin, being a person of composure, did not engage in a contest of wills with Xi Siyong and politely replied with a smile, "But I really don't know the songs of today, why don't you give it a try instead?" Li Rui saw Xi Siyong and Ji Shenyin arguing and quickly advised, "Lawyer Ji, you sing really well, how about singing a few more songs? Your specialty is Principal Tan, right? Come on, let's hear a song by Principal Tan!" Ji Shenyin, being a person of composure, did not engage in a contest of wills with Xi Siyong and politely replied with a smile, "But I really don't know the songs of today, why don't you give it a try instead?"

Xi Siyong smiled, the scent of medicine lingered throughout the hospital, and the chill of late autumn deepened in the evening. The setting sun cast its last layer of dark golden light before sinking, faintly brushing against his face, evoking a gentle warmth. Cheng Bing stood on the stairs, feeling that his gaze, as it shifted, was much brighter than the twilight sunlight. Suddenly, he said with a smile: "You should smile more often, don't try to look cool for no reason."

Xi Siyong was taken aback for a moment, then shook his head and smiled as he returned to the main topic: "There is always a bit of unwillingness, so I want to hand over the baton to someone stronger than myself. My current expectations of you are similar to what Li Rui had of me in the past. Li Rui said... I lack passion in my singing; although I take it seriously, there is always something missing. What about you?... Your singing skills are somewhat weak, but you have potential. Perhaps he is right; let you give it a try."... I lack passion in my singing; although I take it seriously, there is always something missing. What about you?... Your singing skills are somewhat weak, but you have potential. Perhaps he is right; let you give it a try.

Ji Shenyan walked in with a smile, holding a beautifully packaged box in one hand and a large bouquet of white roses in the other. She walked straight up to Cheng Bing and presented it to her with both hands: "Happy birthday. I came on the same flight as your mother. Aunt Lin was a bit tired from the flight, and she heard that you were treating your classmates to a meal, so she asked me to bring you the cake. She is resting at the hotel for now."

After exchanging glances, everyone replied in unison: "I don't like to eat it, but it doesn't matter if it's there."

In "The Snow Queen," the little girl Gerda travels thousands of miles in search of the boy Kai, and in the ice palace, they coincidentally form the word "Eternity," thus passing the Snow Queen's test and living together again. She lowered her head and sighed, suddenly feeling bored. That day, Xi Siyong said that "Andersen's Fairy Tales" is not just a children's book; she thought he had seriously read the story, only to find out it was a Level 6 vocabulary word. She thought about it and found it somewhat amusing; after all, this is a translated version. Even if Xi Siyong had read it earnestly, he would only know the translated term "forever." She lowered her head and sighed, suddenly feeling bored. That day, Xi Siyong said that "Andersen's Fairy Tales" is not just a children's book; she thought he had seriously read the story, only to find out it was a Level 6 vocabulary word. She thought about it and found it somewhat amusing; after all, this is a translated version. Even if Xi Siyong had read it earnestly, he would only know the translated term "forever."

Do you have several at the same time

Thus, she has never loved watching romantic movies, reading romance novels, or pure love dramas since childhood, for there is no love story that can be happier than knowing the person with whom one will grow old from the moment of birth

Everyone was taken aback by his coldness, falling into silence for a moment. Zhao Xu suddenly blurted out, "It's Du Jinyun, right? There was a time when she went back to eat knife-cut noodles, and she picked out the minced cilantro bit by bit, saying that the smell made her feel nauseous."

Cheng Bing continued to nod slightly without speaking

Ji Shenyan firmly pulled his icy hands, she raised her eyes to glance at him, and after a while, lowered her head thoughtfully and said: "I know, you have always regarded me as a child"

Empress Dowager Fan Club No. 1 - ET Descends to Earth

Oh, no," Xi Siyong said, biting into a chicken claw, looking bewildered, "I am currently single, so I don't know who you are talking about.

She does not know much about Eason Chan, having only heard a few of his upbeat songs. Her impression of him is limited to his quirky and energetic style, and she did not expect him to have such a slow and tranquil melody. Singing along with the accompaniment is not difficult at all

Cheng Bing showed a hint of surprise, and after a moment, he awkwardly smiled and said, "Oh, I always thought that you never liked me."

Xi Siyong and Zhao Xu had both crossed paths with him. Li Rui had also heard a bit about the incident years ago when Cheng Bing angrily smashed her ex-boyfriend at the dormitory entrance, inadvertently injuring Xi Siyong, and he casually whistled loudly. Cheng Bing could not say much in front of everyone. The state of her relationship with Ji Shenyin over the past six months was quite difficult to describe. Occasionally, they would have phone calls to discuss trivial matters, and he was fully informed about the progress of her parents' divorce, but the previous intimacy they shared was no longer present. Cheng Bing could not say much in front of everyone. The state of her relationship with Ji Shenyin over the past six months was quite difficult to describe. Occasionally, they would have phone calls to discuss trivial matters, and he was fully informed about the progress of her parents' divorce, but the previous intimacy they shared was no longer present

Cheng Bing slightly furrowed her brows, and before she could even open her mouth to refuse, she had already seen a familiar figure behind Shi Jingwei. Dressed in a clean white shirt, with clear and distinct features, he greeted her with a faint smile from the shadows of the corridor: "Hey, long time no see"

Xi Siyong suddenly became clear-headed, realizing that she had been concealing her true feelings so well that he almost thought she had already moved on. No wonder she had been practicing the guitar so diligently these past few days; he had thought he was being too harsh on her and felt guilty several times. Just like a crescent moon emerging from behind the clouds, it seemed to mock him for having his secret exposed. At that moment, Yan Jie’s complaints echoed from a distance: "I must have committed sins in my past life to have met you all, this group of idlers!"

One sentence nearly choked her to death—Xi Siyong is good in every way, but this one point makes people want to hit him. Setting aside his spoiled behavior due to being pampered by women, he is indeed the most suitable choice when it comes to being just friends. For instance, on one occasion, he disdainfully told her that whether she smoked or not was none of his business; she could be irresponsible for herself, but she must be responsible for the band. In truth, she knew that Xi Siyong meant well for her, but he was always too lazy to say it clearly, so she obediently threw away a pack of cigarettes from which she had barely smoked two.

In my impression, Xi Siyong has always been too lazy to argue with idle people. Why is he so unusually interested today? Cheng Bing, puzzled, tilted her head to glance at Du Jinyun, only to find that Du Jinyun was also staring back at her in confusion, equally baffled.

Ji Shenyan was taken aback, and then he became furious: "Before sentencing a suspect to death, shouldn't we at least give him a chance to defend himself?"

It is unclear who, with bleary eyes, defended himself: "Sister-in-law, you cannot blame us! I swear to heaven, if I ever taught her to smoke, let me... be single for the next lifetime!"

As the ice formed, a dark line suddenly appeared in her mind, recalling what Li Rui had said during their casual conversation: Xi Siyong has always adhered to the principle of three 'nos': not initiating, not rejecting, and not taking responsibility. Thus, his girlfriends come and go, and he himself has no certainty. Reflecting on this, she chuckled awkwardly and said: "It's nothing, I'm just afraid of delaying your date with your girlfriend, since you are quite popular."

Cheng Bing finally gave up on the effort to influence Du Jinyun and went to rent a folk guitar to practice singing. Du Jinyun lay on the table listening to her play and sing by herself, and during a break, suddenly asked: "How is that great lawyer Ji Shenyin doing?"

"Is that what your mother told you?" The father immediately became angry and muttered in annoyance, "How could Nansheng do this!"

Cheng Bing coldly threw down a sentence: "I sever all ties with you!" Xi Siyong casually hummed twice, noncommittal. Cheng Bing thought that he had not been lacking in women, and it was unlikely that he would fall out with her over such a trivial matter, which put his mind at ease. After a hearty meal and drinks, everyone headed to the KTV. Before they could even settle down, they heard a knock at the door. Cheng Bing responded, and the boss poked his head in: "One of your classmates has arrived." After a hearty meal and drinks, everyone headed to the KTV. Before they could even settle down, they heard a knock at the door. Cheng Bing responded, and the boss poked his head in: "One of your classmates has arrived."

She said nothing, gripping the spoon tightly, suppressing the urge to cry out and question her father. "Mom said nothing, did not mention that you have a woman outside, did not mention that the woman had even been pregnant with your child"

The girl has a good lung capacity, she can practice slowly, you weren't born knowing how to sing, were you? I have said many times that singing skills can be developed gradually, but—emotion, do you know what it means to sing with emotion?

I... I haven't thought about it yet," Xi Siyong was taken aback, and after a moment of consideration, he replied seriously, "To be honest, I don't think you are suitable for being the lead singer. If you are truly interested, we certainly welcome you; however, if you are just looking to join in for the excitement and novelty, I advise you to stop as soon as possible.

Time passes swiftly, and you have learned that silence is golden, observing the world in a different way. Do not fear aging, for life remains filled with joy, and the beauty that has faded will linger in your heart

Ji Shenyan stared at Cheng Bing with disappointment. She had a layer of pale moonlight on her face, soft and pure, yet chilling to the bone. At this moment, he finally realized that perhaps he had misjudged Cheng Bing. She was no longer the little princess in his eyes, surrounded by stars and in need of protection. Perhaps she had never been that; it was merely his one-sided wishful thinking.

After hearing the news, Shi Jingwei was overjoyed and immediately posted on the Rock forum saying he wanted to "report". In the context of the BBS, "report" means to treat someone to a meal, and similarly, to join in for a meal is referred to as "auditing". After Shi Jingwei's post, there was a great demand for auditors. It turned out that the Rock forum was known for being a cold forum, where many who usually came to watch band performances were primarily lurking, but this time they all emerged. Shi Jingwei booked three tables at Xiangli Renjia and, holding a beer bottle, confidently told Cheng Bing: "Once you enter the Rock forum, we are all family. Your matters are our matters. As long as you speak up, we will definitely stand by you like brothers, and sisters are the same!"

He sipped slowly, trying to make the purpose of time and space seem less obvious. To his surprise, Cheng Bing laughed when he candidly explained the reason: "He is indeed quite pragmatic." After a moment of thought, she added with a smile: "What about you? Do you hope I will join and become a rock goddess?"

Little did anyone know, Xi Siyong said with a faint smile: "He has just graduated, borrowing money from colleagues would not reflect well, and unless it is absolutely necessary, he would not come to me for help."

"Crying so ugly." Xi Siyong could hardly hear her own voice, under the moonlight her eyelashes were distinctly visible, sweeping uniformly across a certain place in his heart, as if it were a fortress strong as iron, which suddenly collapsed and fell apart, a complete rout. The moon also hid behind the clouds, outlining white edges on the pitch-black sky, weaving in and out in delicate strands.

For a long time thereafter, Xi Siyong continued to call Cheng Bing "Miss Lead Singer". She herself did not know why, as he said it was more interesting to call her that, until Li Rui gave them the title of Regent Empress Dowager.

How envious I am of the window you passed by yesterday, gazing at your beautiful appearance, with naive admiration for you, examining closely, on the day you turned six, you were already my idol

The Empress Dowager's fan club leader - Little Knife

Isn't that the song from "Forrest Gump"? The one sung by the female lead while she was naked in the bar, it's quite nice

The marks on her palms had long been etched, yet Cheng Bing still maintained an extremely calm expression. At this moment, she finally realized that the teachings and demeanor her mother had repeatedly emphasized were indeed useful, at least preventing her from descending into hysteria. She merely tilted her head back and retorted, "Because the facts prove that even those who are not outsiders are also deceiving me, aren't they?"

How many hardships must a boy endure before he can be called a man

Father hesitated, as if struggling with something, and after a long while finally asked: "Did your mother tell you all of this?"

Cheng Bing almost choked on the drink, and cleared his throat abruptly. The music accompaniment had already started, and the singer was Eason Chan, who had just gained fame in the mainland with "K Song of the King," yet the song was the obscure "Twenty Years Back in Time." Cheng Bing cursed under his breath, wondering who had chosen such an offbeat selection. Glancing at Xi Siyong, he noticed that her right hand was secretly keeping time with the prelude. He felt relieved; Xi Siyong had a considerable talent for singing, and since the prelude was relatively slow, she should not go too off-key.

Zhao Xu unceremoniously handed the microphone to Xi Siyong, causing Cheng Bing to gasp in shock and lower her head like an ostrich. She had heard Li Rui mention that Xi Siyong had not listened to Hong Kong and Taiwan songs since he started middle school. The most popular song in his memory was still at the level of "Let Us Paddle Together," and apart from stars like Andy Lau and Chow Yun-fat, he was essentially in the dark. In the past, when he went to KTV, he would just hug a pillow and sleep on the sofa; now, asking him to sing Hong Kong and Taiwan songs was truly unimaginable. The most popular song in his memory was still at the level of "Let Us Paddle Together," and apart from stars like Andy Lau and Chow Yun-fat, he was essentially in the dark. In the past, when he went to KTV, he would just hug a pillow and sleep on the sofa; now, asking him to sing Hong Kong and Taiwan songs was truly unimaginable.

No. The ice finally settled into despair, and the father had no way to argue; it seemed that the matter was as solid as iron. After a long moment of shock, she spoke softly: "Mom has never said a single negative word about Dad in front of me, and even now she hopes that you are a good father in my heart. I have always respected you, looking up to you and Mom as models for my future path in life, but why... why has our family become like this?" I have always respected you, looking up to you and Mom as models for my future path in life, but why... why has our family become like this?

It is a very delicate girl playing the erhu, and the piece is "Han Palace Autumn Moon." Cheng Bing has learned to play musical instruments; the fewer the strings, the more difficult it is to learn. Although the piano and guzheng appear to have complex structures, they are far less challenging to master than the erhu.

Ultimately, it was agreed upon, with the condition that Xi Siyong would slow down the progress of his private work. While making money is a minor issue for Shi Jingwei, if Xi Siyong's health deteriorates, that would indeed be a major concern

Little did anyone know that today Xi Siyong seemed to be in a fierce competition with someone, casting a cold glance towards the corner, and immediately someone presented another microphone. Cheng Bing awkwardly cleared her throat a couple of times, while Ji Shenyan appeared quite relaxed, leaning in to whisper in her ear: "Isn't this the boy you hit last year? He seemed to have a pretty good temper back then, how come after just a year of not seeing him..."

"You child, you have the same stubbornness as your mother," the father sighed with mild annoyance, "sooner or later, you will suffer because of this character."

He suddenly recalled his father's assessment of Cheng Bing's mother, and now he realized that Cheng Bing was fundamentally the same person as her mother. At that time, he had naively asked his father: "Uncle Cheng and Aunt Lin, is it really impossible for them to avoid divorce?"

Cheng Bing raised his eyebrows slightly, thinking that Li Rui and Ji Shenyan seemed to be of similar age. This would soon lead to a discussion about the old and new songs, lamenting the decline of societal values. Indeed, he heard Ji Shenyan's cheerful laughter: "Looking back at the singers from the 1980s and 1990s, every song was a classic. Nowadays, everything is becoming increasingly superficial. In fact, many things need to be settled over time to truly appreciate their essence." Out of the corner of his eye, he glanced at Cheng Bing and said with a light laugh: "Friends are similar; just like wine, they need to be brewed slowly."

One must admit that Shi Jingwei's words are quite reasonable. After a long sigh, Xi Si Yong decided to tell Cheng Bing the truth, not out of concern for who would take the lead, nor to weigh the importance of means and ends, but simply recalling the look in her eyes when she was injured on the mountaintop under the setting sun that day. Perhaps Shi Jingwei's words hold great truth, but he was unwilling to become one of the "you" that she would condemn; he could not bear such a gaze.

Could you please be a bit more considerate towards the patient

How many oceans must the white dove fly over before it can rest peacefully on the beach

Taking a moment to reflect, perhaps Ji Shenyin did nothing wrong. After all, he is several years older than her. When he was in college, his promise to wait for her to grow up might have simply been a way to appease her after her persistent coaxing. She has just entered the ivory tower, while he has already begun to navigate the complexities of society. Ji Shenyin has traversed the journey from boyhood to manhood, while she, separated by the river of youth, has not yet had the chance to catch up to his pace

The school has four core required courses, and failing two subjects necessitates an additional year of study. At the forefront is Mathematical Analysis, categorized into four difficulty levels: A, B, C, and D. The Control Science Department is rated at level A, with heavy credits that span both semesters. Initially, everyone took it lightly, thinking that having passed the rigorous college entrance examination, Mathematical Analysis would pose no threat. However, when the results came out, they were truly taken aback. Although it was not as terrifying as the upperclassmen described it as "Mathematical Analysis is a matter of counting on fingers," it still instilled a sense of trepidation. If the average score in the next semester's exam does not meet the passing line, one would indeed be on the brink of having to retake the year. Little did they know, when the results came out, they were truly taken aback. Although it was not as terrifying as the upperclassmen described it as "Mathematical Analysis is a matter of counting on fingers," it still instilled a sense of trepidation. If the average score in the next semester's exam does not meet the passing line, one would indeed be on the brink of having to retake the year.

On the way to school, Father hesitated to speak. Just before parting, he took a bank card from his wallet and handed it to her, saying it was for pocket money. Cheng Bing shook her head: "The money Mom gives is enough."

I remember, of course I remember, Cheng Bing recalls that her parents had a very difficult life in their early years. At that time, the country had just begun to implement a five-day workweek on a small scale. Nansheng Electronics had included this in employee benefits early on to attract technical talent. However, her parents, as business owners, were often busy from the beginning of the year to the end. While other students at school would travel with their parents during the summer vacation, Cheng Bing could only be locked at home doing homework. Regardless of her reluctance, her father would comfort her: "Bing Bing, be good. Once your mom and dad earn enough money, we will retire early and go out to play with you every year, okay?" While other students at school would travel with their parents during the summer vacation, Cheng Bing could only be locked at home doing homework. Regardless of her reluctance, her father would comfort her: "Bing Bing, be good. Once your mom and dad earn enough money, we will retire early and go out to play with you every year, okay?"

At the beginning of the fervent idol-making movement on the BBS, Cheng Bing was enjoying a late-night celebration meal with the band at a dumpling restaurant. Coincidentally, the former rhythm guitarist returned to K City after a business trip and, after watching the grand finale of the evening gala, invited a few people out for drinks. The gala had been quite lively, and with alcohol boosting their courage, the group began to act wildly. Li Rui's girlfriend, known as Sister Yan, was glaring at everyone in frustration. However, when men get into the spirit of drinking, even the most strict wives can find a bit of courage from the alcohol. After realizing she couldn't persuade them, Sister Yan decided to let them drink, planning to educate them once they sobered up. With no one to stop him, Cheng Bing continued to drink heartily, even pulling out a pack of women's cigarettes from his bag, borrowing a lighter from the waiter, and leaning against the wall, puffing away.

Beautiful women are like pepper; wherever the popularity is lacking, just sprinkle a little. Upon logging in with the ID of Cheng Bing using Xisi Yong, the online number of Rock version unprecedentedly surpassed single digits. Zhao Xu lay on the upper bunk humming: "A rare guest, what wind has blown Miss Cheng here again?"

Not long after, it was Cheng Bing's birthday, which happened to fall on a Sunday. Cheng Bing decided to treat everyone to a meal, both to celebrate her birthday and to express her gratitude for their support as the lead singer. Du Jinyun returned home every weekend, and Cheng Bing urged her to hurry back to school, instructing her on the location of the KTV private room. She was to exit through the west gate and meet up with the others before heading to Lü Ji Grilled Fish Restaurant.

So, are you saying that I still have some potential

The remaining days were spent practicing electric guitar in the music building with a fervor akin to that of life and death. The first rehearsal after the summer vacation left everyone astonished. Li Rui, with a grin, said to Xi Siyong: "Siyong, this time you're in trouble. I thought you were definitely going to secure the lead vocalist position."

No, he quickly denied it, and after a moment, he repeated, "No, I am just... anxious."

She looked at Du Jinyun with suspicion and asked, "Why are you suddenly asking about him?"

Along the way, the kicking, pulling, and tugging turned into soft sobs. Sister Yan's rented house is not far from the school gate, requiring passage through two unlit alleys. Xi Siyong, with one foot deep and the other shallow, supported Cheng Bing, soothingly saying: "Alright, alright, you are not drunk, you are not drunk, right?"

Upon hearing the news, Xi Siyong hurried over. The examination revealed a fracture of the brow bone, and he received seven stitches. Li Rui, with a bandage wrapped around his forehead, lamented to Cheng Bing: "If I end up disfigured because of this, my sister-in-law will not want me. Where will you find me a wife to compensate? You are simply cursed with bad luck wherever you go. Look at Siyong, last time it was a laceration on his wrist, and now it’s another calamity..."

Then let it be as if he never called. She casually threw out a sentence, forgetting what song she originally intended to practice, and spontaneously began to sing the song that popped into her mind.

As Zhao Xu's words fell, everyone began to shout, teasing and mocking Xi Siyong in waves. Cheng Bing was greatly alarmed, and his gaze towards Xi Siyong was like that of a venomous snake or a fierce beast, his speech trembling: "Xi Siyong, I warn you, Jin Yun... is a respectable woman, do not harm her!"

My mom? Oh... she mentioned my birthday, right? You told her I would call back later, didn't you? Come on, come over and pick a song! "Cheng Bing is indifferent, thinking that my mother doesn't have anything important to say. Little did I know, Du Jinyun stood by the door without moving, her expression quite strange. She glanced towards the door and chuckled awkwardly, saying, 'There's someone who insists on coming over to find you..."

Cheng Bing and Li Rui both stared at Xi Siyong: "Who exactly doesn't eat cilantro?"

"Did you just argue because of me?" Ever since she joined, she has never received any affirmation from Xi Siyong, and now she is beginning to doubt whether joining the band was a mistake. "Xi Siyong, is my singing really that bad?"

他是一个人 一只白鸽必须穿越多少海洋

Cheng Bing felt that Xi Siyong was truly out of his mind: "If there is an emergency, just let us know, that would be fine. Staying up all night to draw diagrams is already so arduous and simple; does he think his body is made of iron? ... Moreover, someone like Shi Jingwei has plenty of ways to handle things. Do you think he has no other options besides borrowing money from you?"

Cheng Bing understood the meaning of what Ji Shenyan said. In fact, the key issues are not the real estate or the RV property; the focus of the parents' entanglement lies in the company's equity. Ji Shenyan once joked with her, saying: "In three to five years, when your company goes public, it could create several provincial or municipal billionaires."

Are you afraid that I will steal your lead singer

During the next event, the host kept giving her a thumbs up. Cheng Bing was just about to head to the restroom to remove her makeup when suddenly an artistic young man with a ponytail appeared out of nowhere, enthusiastically extending his hand for an introduction: "Hello, my name is Shi Jingwei, the lead singer of the Golden Era Band, and the moderator of the Rock section on the school BBS..."

Xi Siyong's expression softened, and she realized her loss of composure. However, upon hearing Li Rui jokingly say that she was fated to bring misfortune, she became worried that he might take it the wrong way. Li Rui waved his hand to the crowd, saying, "You all can go back first; I have something to discuss with Siyong."

Cheng Bing began to practice singing with the band at the music building every weekend, and soon it was the season when the songs of the Li Ge rose and the phoenix flowers bloomed. Due to the newly constructed student dormitories, the school surprisingly exempted students from the annual ordeal of moving. The freshmen had an English summer camp, and all foreign teachers underwent intensive training, compressing the summer vacation to just one month. Instantly, the campus was filled with complaints, and Du Jinyun was particularly distraught, grabbing Cheng Bing with tears in her eyes and saying: "You haven't experienced what a furnace is, have you? This year you will understand. In forty-degree weather, with just this little broken fan, it feels like taking a sauna!"

Ji Shenyin nodded slightly and greeted everyone in the private room: "Hey, my name is Ji Shenyin, and this is Cheng Bing..." He raised an eyebrow to glance at Cheng Bing and smiled brightly, saying: "Childhood sweethearts"

There are five of us, and Ah Shi is the lead guitarist. He and the rhythm guitarist both graduated this year. Originally, our plan was to find a technically skilled lead guitarist. There are a few individuals in the Rock version with a solid foundation, and perhaps we could also cultivate a rhythm guitarist. Since you play folk guitar quite well and have several years of experience, learning to play electric guitar and transitioning to rhythm should not be too difficult

After hearing that Cheng Bing's father had come to look for her, Ji Shenyin anxiously advised, "Cheng Bing, sometimes you must learn to interpret your original family members with the utmost malice."

Shi Jingwei smiled dismissively and said, "Do you have a grudge against the BBS?"

Perhaps it is because she has lived in City K long enough, long enough for the damp cold here to have seeped into her very being. There are two ways to resist the cold: one is to find a stove and huddle closely to it, and the other is to forge oneself into solid ice and cold iron. She has not had a warm stove for too long, so she chose the latter

You may not necessarily take the lead, as we will hold an internal vote to decide the lead singer at the beginning of each school year

Are you busy with the divorce? Have you finished now?

After Cheng Bing made a splash at the welcome party, the school radio station immediately invited the band for an interview. Xi Siyong's charm remained undiminished; just after the host unearthed some juicy gossip about him being single, a pure and innocent junior sister came to visit during their song practice the following weekend. Moreover, within two weeks, he had already switched to another one. Cheng Bing couldn't help but sneer softly, "Siyong, your taste is getting more and more exquisite. With such a high frequency, aren't you afraid of getting sick?" Her gaze seemed to touch something filthy, which made Xi Siyong feel quite displeased. He glanced at her, sizing her up as if assessing whether Cheng Bing was carrying any germs: "Don't worry, I have good safety measures in place."

What is a girl doing smoking for no reason

Or perhaps it is simply because those naive years have already faded away with the wind

Xi Siyong turned around and slightly raised his head: "I don't know, I'm just anxious... I know you've been working hard lately, but there are issues with the emotion in your singing. I don't want you to overlook these problems under their indulgence."

What left Cheng Bing even more astonished was that Xi Siyong wanted him to keep it a secret from Shi Jingwei, so as to prevent Shi Jingwei from feeling guilty. This was the first time Cheng Bing was at a loss for words regarding the brotherly bond between men. The second time would occur many years later, and that incident would become the catalyst for their divorce.

The ice was thick and one was left in a state of confusion. Xi Si Yong lightly paced back and, after Li Rui had walked far away, extended a hand with a smile that was inscrutable: "Congratulations, Miss Lead Singer"

The freshness of newcomers quickly fades. During high school, parents and teachers would often encourage students to study hard with the saying, "As long as you get into college, everything will be fine," as if all the struggles in life culminate in the moment you are accepted into university. Thus, in the first semester of freshman year, everyone was like ducks in a river, having more fun than the last. It was only after facing several major courses in the second semester that we realized getting into college is truly just the "first step of a long march."

Xi Siyong smiled and said: "Both Ah Shi and I are playing at Rock version. I just heard you sing quite well. Ah Shi didn't even finish his boxed meal; he must come over to invite you to play at Rock version."

Cheng Bing pressed her lips together in silence, observing Ji Shenyan's display of a sense of ownership... Could it be that she intends to act as a mediator for Ji Shenyan? She knew that her mother had always held a favorable impression of Ji Shenyan and had tacitly allowed their relationship to develop freely. After her falling out with Ji Shenyan, she did not clarify the reasons to her mother, as they had never formally disclosed their relationship to their parents. Now, to go and explain the reasons would seem as if she were reporting back after being rejected. Generally, her mother would not press her on matters she was reluctant to discuss, but given her mother's astuteness, how could she not notice that the closeness between Ji Shenyan and her was no longer as it once was?

Du Jinyun, who had just entered, was startled by the uproar inside. Confused, she stood at the door, searching for Cheng Bing with a dazed expression. Cheng Bing suddenly stood up, casting a stern glance, and everyone immediately fell silent. Only then did Du Jinyun cautiously say: "Cheng Bing, your mother called looking for you around six o'clock..."

Xi Siyong furrowed his brows slightly and smiled as he replied, "Ah, after graduation, my job is as a entertainment reporter." He mentioned a name, which is a well-known news weekly in Shanghai, ranking among the top in the country, no wonder he is so articulate. Regarding the band led by Shi Jingwei, Cheng Bing was not entirely unfamiliar; right after entering school and completing military training, there was a welcome party, and this band was the highlight of the event. They performed the Scorpions' "Life's Like a River," with a powerful lead singer and impressive drumming and guitar. Unfortunately, at that time, she was preoccupied with the distress of her parents' divorce and could not pay any attention to Xi Siyong, who was causing the audience to scream incessantly. In this year's Girls' Day performance, they were again the highlight, singing another classic from the Scorpions, aptly titled: "Holiday"

"I don't have an ID, and I can't be bothered to register." Cheng Bing casually made an excuse, unconsciously biting her lower lip. In fact, she had used Ji Shenyan's ID to access K University's BBS when she first entered university. The influence of T University's BBS was far less than that of K University, and students also visited K University's BBS for convenience in finding information. Once, she accidentally pressed the wrong shortcut key and saw a chat log between Ji Shenyan and a girl, which was surprisingly about her—Ji Shenyan lamented whether he should confess that his parents were preparing for divorce. Before she could question Ji Shenyan, the girl had already come to confront her, accusing her of being young yet full of schemes, taking advantage of her parents' impending divorce to make Ji Shenyan afraid to leave her. Once, she accidentally pressed the wrong shortcut key and saw a chat log between Ji Shenyan and a girl, which was surprisingly about her—Ji Shenyan lamented whether he should confess that his parents were preparing for divorce. Before she could question Ji Shenyan, the girl had already come to confront her, accusing her of being young yet full of schemes, taking advantage of her parents' impending divorce to make Ji Shenyan afraid to leave her. Perhaps due to both being lawyers, the girl was also incisive with her words, quickly reducing Cheng Bing to her true self.

Cheng Bing unconsciously set down her guitar, and even now she cannot clearly articulate her feelings towards Ji Shenyan. Is it respect, or is it infatuation? Ji Shenyan's shoulders are solid and reliable, capable of providing her with endless affection and care, much like her father. Perhaps because he is a few years older, he often held her hand and walked ahead of her since she was very young. When she pointed to gold, he would not say silver; when she wanted to catch the moon, he would not pick the stars. Even when teachers were most sensitive to the term 'early romance,' encountering her with her arm linked with Ji Shenyan's in a bookstore, they merely smiled and let it go.

The reasoning is not incorrect, but... ? ... Would Xi Siyong really be willing to give up the position of lead vocalist? Regardless, the core role of the lead vocalist in a band cannot be overlooked, especially since Xi Siyong has been with the band for a long time. It would be too risky for her to jump in easily. Shi Jingwei seems to be a very astute person, and it makes no sense for him not to understand this.

There is an old saying that a day as husband and wife brings a hundred days of affection. After nearly twenty years of marriage, do my parents really have to end up in court? They tell her that it is due to their incompatible personalities and that she should not think too much about it; yet behind her back, they turn against each other over houses and cars, which is truly disheartening

... ...

Xi Siyong raised an eyebrow, seemingly mocking her awkwardness: "A guest has come from afar, let the guest choose first! Quickly make way and let Lawyer Ji select a song!"

As humans, we are bound to have cognitive errors. Do not say that you are not a fish and therefore do not understand the joy of fish. Even if you were a fish, would you truly comprehend the sorrows and joys of fish? Just like he always thought that Cheng Bing was a child, only to later realize he was mistaken; he believed she was merely a delicate flower nurtured in a greenhouse, only to discover he was wrong again; he thought that everything he did to please her was merely a trivial effort, yet he found out he was still mistaken.

The next morning, some people still remembered Cheng Bing's drunken antics and seized the opportunity to mock her mercilessly. Xi Siyong, rarely involved, merely remarked, "If you don't have the skills, don't take on that delicate task. If you make a fool of yourself, I won't be embarrassed for you, but I will feel ashamed myself."

The Empress Dowager's fan club assistant - I really want to travel to Phoenix

Cheng Bing exhaled smoke rings into the air, her technique not yet refined, causing her to cough a couple of times before she grabbed the beer bottle and gulped it down. Sister Yan quickly snatched the bottle from her hand and exclaimed, "Is this how you drink?" She then turned to admonish the others, saying, "You have nothing better to do than teach her to smoke? I finally managed to persuade this pig-headed girl to quit smoking, and now your poisonous hands are reaching out to Cheng Bing?"

Empress Dowager Fan Club No. 4 - Started pursuing idols in the fourth year of university

At that time, my father said: "I have never seen a person with such high demands for the purity of emotions as Lin Nansheng; once he lets go, he will never look back."

Old songs are great, I can no longer endure the antics of those who sing and dance now

This is too much, today is my birthday, and I still haven't been allowed to take the stage! I have never even heard the next song, but I can't just stand by and watch Xi Siyong make a fool of himself, so I have to muster the courage to jump in. I snatch the microphone from Xi Siyong's hand, after all, I can take advantage of my birthday today to act recklessly, "You go cool off, don't even think about stealing my spotlight!"

Li Ruinu pouted and spread her hands, replying to her in a low voice: It might be...! ... There are probably a few days like that every month!

Cheng Bing took advantage of Ji Shenyan's complete lack of vigilance and asked him: "When did my parents start preparing for their divorce?"

Who could allow me to turn back time and share with you in person, to leave an impression, to read every wall in your home, to hold your songbook, and to sing along with you

"I am tone-deaf, so please don't make it difficult for me. Besides, I am quite familiar with this area, so I can't really be considered a guest," Ji Shenyin said with a smile to Cheng Bing. "We have eaten hot and sour noodles a few times on this street, and we won't find such cheap and delicious breakfast when we go back." He then turned to the group and said, "You all sing your own songs, don't mind me!"

She is not intimidated by the performance, having participated in countless song and dance shows since childhood. However, when the only beam of light on the stage focuses on her, surrounded by complete darkness, she suddenly realizes that solitude can indeed feel like a celebration among a crowd.

The meaning of the lyrics is quite clear; it expresses a deep love for someone, a love that leads to regrets about not having met her earlier, regrets about not witnessing her growth, and regrets about not being able to share the golden sunshine of her childhood. The slow tempo allows the deep emotions between the lines to gradually accumulate, evoking a sense of melancholy.

Ji Shenyan was furious, yet he maintained his last bit of patience to explain to her—she was merely a high school classmate, later they both entered T University, and they had once been in a relationship, but they had amicably parted ways several years ago. As for Cheng Bing's parents, due to Cheng's father's infidelity, their marital relationship had long since cooled to freezing point, and they had only maintained it until now to prevent Cheng Bing from living under the scrutiny of others. "Now you know, but just for a moment of sadness. Conversely, if you had known the truth when you were eight or nine years old, could you really be certain that your studies and growth would not be affected by the shadow of your parents' divorce?" As for Cheng Bing's parents, due to Cheng's father's infidelity, their marital relationship had long since cooled to freezing point, and they had only maintained it until now to prevent Cheng Bing from living under the scrutiny of others. "Now you know, but just for a moment of sadness. Conversely, if you had known the truth when you were eight or nine years old, could you really be certain that your studies and growth would not be affected by the shadow of your parents' divorce?"

Then, Dad, can you tell me what it is like

The welcome party is scheduled for October, in the golden autumn. Xi Siyong already has a large fan base, and Li Rui, following the instructions of Shi Jingwei, arranged for several alumni to create numerous light boards, aiming to promote Cheng Bing. Years later, when the talent show craze swept across the country, Cheng Bing would reflect with a sense of realization that Shi Jingwei had shown great potential as a planner back then.

... ...

"We will not indulge you," Xi Siyong said seriously, "I... I have set my expectations for you too high, perhaps a bit too impatiently. Just like last year when Li Rui was overly critical of me, I will always suspect that he was taking out his frustrations on me, just as you are looking at me now.

She stood at a distance, listening quietly for a while, thinking that since she had come this far, she might as well go in and take a look. It turned out that this was the practice building of the music academy, open to the entire school. One could pay to find a teacher to learn the piano or practice alone. Before going to bed, she happily told Du Jinyun: "The price for going online at the network center with you is the same, and there is actually a Drumwork drum set, crafted so exquisitely that it resembles a work of art! However, that is reserved for the music department, but the other equipment is also quite good. Would you like to go take a look with me sometime?" Before going to bed, she happily told Du Jinyun: "The price for going online at the network center with you is the same, and there is actually a Drumwork drum set, crafted so exquisitely that it resembles a work of art! However, that is reserved for the music department, but the other equipment is also quite good. Would you like to go take a look with me sometime?"

Everything hid behind the clouds, quietly, even the sound of his heartbeat was absent, all was silent, so silent that all reason seemed to retreat. The faint moonlight behind the clouds cast a pale shadow beneath her eyes, her eyelashes fluttering, carrying that indistinct shadow as it danced lightly, like the gently rising wings of a butterfly. The faint traces of blood seemed to become increasingly clear beneath her fair skin, appearing and disappearing—yet inexplicably clear, like her soft murmurs, as delicate as a mosquito's buzz, yet sounding like thunder in the ear: "Ji Shenyan, you scoundrel, on what grounds do you find me ugly?" The faint traces of blood seemed to become increasingly clear beneath her fair skin, appearing and disappearing—yet inexplicably clear, like her soft murmurs, as delicate as a mosquito's buzz, yet sounding like thunder in the ear: "Ji Shenyan, you scoundrel, on what grounds do you find me ugly?"

The Empress Dowager Fan Club NO. 5 - Throughout history, both Empress Dowagers and Regents have had illicit relationships

As Li Rui was still in school and had not yet graduated, Sister Yan rented a two-bedroom apartment near the school after starting her job, which came in handy. She struggled to support Li Rui, handing Cheng Bing over to Xi Siyong, while the other four brothers linked arms, making their way to Sister Yan's residence with uneven steps.

Xi Siyong hesitated to speak, while Cheng Bing looked around and said: "Honestly confess, who exactly does not like coriander?"

After the event, everyone else left, leaving only Cheng Bing and Ji Shenyan walking side by side under the French parasol trees of K University. The night breeze was gentle and whispering, and she did not realize when her hand had been taken into Ji Shenyan's palm: "You are still the same as always, as long as you are beautiful, you don't care about anything else, your hands are as cold as ice."

The scheduling of various departments is difficult to coordinate, making it impossible to find a common time for rehearsal. The performance that has become a highlight is scheduled to be the first to take the stage. The instructor is quite dissatisfied, but given the numerous departments, someone has to take the lead. The instructor kindly reassures her: "Just sing well, don't be nervous"

The counselor happens to be a graduate student in the English department and holds a deep admiration for the film "Forrest Gump," believing it to be a miniature version of modern American history. After being captivated by Du Jinyun's enthusiastic praise, she insisted that Cheng Bing sing "Blowing in the Wind" for her. Cheng Bing felt that she did not grasp the song well and could not convey the slightly melancholic folk style of Bob Dylan. However, the counselor praised her performance for its expression of a vague yearning for youth. Cheng Bing could not understand why she was perceived as yearning while singing the song; instead, she felt overwhelmed by despair, helplessness regarding her parents' broken marriage, and the insurmountable gap in time between her and Ji Shenyan.

Last semester, Cheng Bing's calculus teacher was quite amiable and adept at making learning enjoyable. The atmosphere in class was vibrant, and attendance was exceptionally high. Years later, when reflecting on this, Cheng Bing felt that Professor Ji truly embodied the saying that a person of great talent often remains unassuming. Unfortunately, this good situation did not last long; in the following semester, Professor Ji fell ill and was replaced by Professor Qiao, who was another testament to the hidden talents within the mathematics department. The first class was uneventful, following the usual routine of taking attendance and then proceeding with the lecture. However, the good times were short-lived; in the next class, attendance was randomly checked, and coincidentally, a student who was absent was called. Naturally, his roommate came to his aid, but to their surprise, Professor Qiao merely glanced up and calmly said, "Not you." Without allowing for any explanation, he immediately marked a cross. By the third class, even attendance was skipped, and with a friendly smile, he remarked, "There are still two people missing, right?" As soon as he finished speaking, two students appeared at the door, panting and reporting in.

Cheng Bing is unclear about what exactly she feels towards Ji Shenyan now. What does she hate about him the most? Is it the fact that he secretly dated another girl behind her back, or that he concealed the divorce from her parents, or perhaps... his attitude of indulging her and treating her like a child?

Xi Siyong felt a surge of mixed emotions within, unable to articulate his feelings. Shi Jingwei raised an eyebrow and glanced at him sideways: "Do you think you are selling your looks? In fact, since you joined, the band has indeed received a significant increase in attention, and the school is no longer as hesitant when providing venues as it used to be. This highlights your importance. However, this alone is not enough. Your joining has resolved our survival issues, but now we need to address our development issues. We need venues, funding, and to expand our visibility! The means we use are not important; what matters is the effect we can achieve!"

"Do you... like someone else?" Ji Shenyan squinted slightly, "Is it Xi Siyong?"

Cheng Bing was taken aback and said: "If you like eating cilantro, you should have said so! Why did you say you didn't want cilantro several times when we went out to eat? I always thought you didn't eat it, and I've been holding back for a long time!"

In order to ensure credibility, a list has been specifically compiled, ranging from domestic scenic spots to Paris, Vienna, and Venice, with this year being Hong Kong.

Cheng Bing felt fortunate that he had not gone off-key, casting a sidelong glance at Xi Siyong. His brow was slightly furrowed as he sang passionately into the small screen in the corner, though it was also possible that he was feeling displeased. This was because his expression remained the same whether he was deeply engaged or profoundly frustrated; his gaze was as deep as a pool, and his long brows were tightly knitted, leaving no one able to discern what he was truly thinking.

In the private room, the lights flickered, and the hanging colored ball lights spun gently, casting reflections on everyone's faces, making their expressions difficult to decipher. Upon hearing Xi Siyong's instruction, someone immediately offered their seat for Ji Shenyin to choose a song. Ji Shenyin selected Alan Tam's "Love in Late Autumn". After finishing the song, Li Rui exchanged pleasantries with him, complimenting his singing, which was reminiscent of Principal Tam's style. Ji Shenyin naturally responded with modesty: "I can only sing these old songs; now when I go out with colleagues, they think I'm outdated." Ji Shenyin selected Alan Tam's "Love in Late Autumn". After finishing the song, Li Rui exchanged pleasantries with him, complimenting his singing, which was reminiscent of Principal Tam's style. Ji Shenyin naturally responded with modesty: "I can only sing these old songs; now when I go out with colleagues, they think I'm outdated."

As for the matters from a few years ago, I have already explained what needed to be explained. I didn't tell you before because there was really no need to discuss such things when you were in high school, right? By the time you got into K University, I had already broken up with her. Is there really a need to bring up such trivial matters now? We have been interning at the same law firm for the past two years, so our relationship is still okay. She may misunderstand my words, and that is my mistake, but she is just an outsider. Why would you rather believe an outsider than trust me?

Before he finished speaking, Xi Siyong said sternly: "Li Rui!"

Only Cheng Bingxin secretly rejoiced in her heart, as her parents had already agreed to separate, and it was only a matter of completing the division of assets before they would proceed with the divorce formalities. At this moment, returning home, she truly did not know how to face the situation at home. The school was organizing an English intensive training camp, which provided her with the best excuse. Her mother would call every week, but she did not inquire about the divorce, and thus her mother also did not mention it, only asking whether she had adapted to the summer in K City.

Du Jinyun's words left Cheng Bing speechless, yet the instigator remained oblivious to the fact that her remark was quite off-putting, and a few weeks later, at the class meeting, she fervently recommended Du Jinyun to represent the class in the Women's Day performance

Regrettably, I was too young at that time to embrace you and appreciate you in person, having known each other since childhood, may the remaining days shine with many more times the brilliance

Du Jinyun, on the other hand, spoke with confidence: "I will play 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star' on the VOS!"

Then why?

After Li Rui's brow bone was fractured, Xi Siyong and Cheng Bing became much more harmonious with each other. Although there are still considerable differences in their ideologies, every time they see the winding scar on Li Rui's forehead, they instinctively lower their voices.

Cheng Bing felt a surge of anger upon hearing this. Recently, every time during their singing practice, Xi Siyong had been extremely harsh on her. In the past, she had merely regarded his high standards and strict demands as part of his character, but this time she could no longer hold back: "Isn't this just venting rather than singing? I’ve noticed that every time you speak to me, your tone is sarcastic. What have I done to offend you?"

Xi Siyong furrowed his brows tightly, clearly dissatisfied: "The way you sing is merely venting, not singing!"

Cheng Bing did not respond, but beside him, Xi Siyong coldly remarked: "One cannot speak like that. People must always look forward. Do you mean to say that when past singers retire from the music scene, the current generation stops listening to music? When old friends leave, should one just cling to the shadows of the past and go on living day by day?"

"It is a blessing, not a curse; if it is a curse, one cannot escape it. People must endure some losses in order to grow up."

Empress Dowager Fan Club No. 1 - The ones above are all impostors

The rebuttal was rather feeble: "I didn't, did I..."

Ji Shenyan shook his head and smiled, saying, "How is that possible?"

I am not that fragile, you do not need to pity me, and there is no need to break up with your girlfriend of three years.

Shijinglei smiled brightly and said: "Your singing skills are quite impressive. How about you come and show off your talent with our band? I can have Siyong give up the lead singer position for you, what do you think?"

Empress Dowager Fan Club No. 2 - I am very content to be second.

The band has become the absolute focus of Cheng Bing's life. Although they appear noisy and often engage in table-thumping disputes, it cannot conceal the youthful hearts within. The popularity of rock music is on the rise, and more people are joining them in their organizational activities. Zhao Xu and Du Jinyun often come to join the fun. The activities are diverse; for instance, Li Rui has yet to graduate after several years, and Cheng Bing frequently urges everyone to study independently, taking Li Rui along and forcing him to retake courses with Xi Siyong. Whenever there is a football event, everyone gathers to indulge and then heads to a KTV hall to watch the match, resembling a big family.

The cafeteria has run out of food, so Xi Siyong took her to the Harbin Dumpling House at the school gate. It was noisy and crowded, with smoke filling the air. Cheng Bing noticed that Xi Siyong seemed somewhat distracted, so she asked, "Where is your girlfriend? Aren't you having dinner with her tonight?"

Du Jinyun was extremely excited and decided to go along on the weekend. However, within half an hour, Cheng Bing felt that bringing Du Jinyun to the music building was a huge mistake. She first played the piano with the enthusiasm of a cotton candy maker, and when she felt her fingers were not long enough, she went to the violin room, playing the violin as if she were slaughtering a chicken. Cheng Bing covered her ears and rolled her eyes at the ceiling: "Sister, do you even know how to read sheet music?"

Xi Siyong wore a stern expression, his gaze scanning the crowd for a long time before finally settling on Cheng Bing, and he replied in an enigmatic manner: "I don't remember."

Father suddenly turned pale, murmuring with a bitter smile: "I thought she would hope that you hate me too." After a long while, he finally composed himself, slightly pulling a smile towards Cheng Bing and said: "Bing Bing, about your father and mother... you are still young, and there are many things you do not understand yet. You must believe that your father has always loved this family the most, your mother, and you."

Suddenly, she felt a sense of relief and nodded with a smile. Shi Jingwei turned around and glanced at Xi Siyong with a sly smile, saying: "You little rascal, I was wondering why you decided to follow us, yet you didn't make a sound just now"

My mother has also arrived

"You are simply talking nonsense. What feelings are you talking about? Can feelings replace singing skills? Or are you just unhappy that I am the lead singer? If that is the case, then do whatever you want!" As Xi Siyong became furious, he threw down the bass and rushed out. Li Rui was also enraged and stood up to chase after him, shouting, "Don't bring up old grievances for no reason. I lost a bet to you back when I was with Ah Shi, and I have already accepted the loss..." Before he could finish his sentence, the door that Xi Siyong slammed shut bounced back and hit him on the brow bone. Li Rui let out a cry and fell to the ground. Just then, Cheng Bing walked in after finishing the registration and saw blood gushing from Li Rui's head. He quickly rushed to help carry Li Rui to the hospital with the other three.

一只白鸽必须航行多少海洋，才能在沙滩上安睡

With a faint smile, I said: "Forget it, I have no interest in the school BBS."

Cheng Bing paused two steps behind Xi Siyong, stopped on the steps, and asked in confusion: "What are you in such a hurry for?"

Xi Siyong's high notes were resounding and full of vigor, creating quite an atmosphere if it were a live performance. Cheng Bing secretly felt relieved that he was the first to sing; otherwise, he would have certainly been overshadowed by Xi Siyong's presence. The voting result was 2 to 2, with the keyboardist and drummer voting for Xi Siyong, while the new lead guitarist and Li Rui voted for Cheng Bing. Xi Siyong looked at Li Rui with difficulty, hesitating to speak, and after a long pause, finally turned to Cheng Bing and said: "Cheng Bing, please go downstairs to register, and let them know that starting next week until the school's welcome party, we will practice singing two afternoons a week." The voting result was 2 to 2, with the keyboardist and drummer voting for Xi Siyong, while the new lead guitarist and Li Rui voted for Cheng Bing. Xi Siyong looked at Li Rui with difficulty, hesitating to speak, and after a long pause, finally turned to Cheng Bing and said: "Cheng Bing, please go downstairs to register, and let them know that starting next week until the school's welcome party, we will practice singing two afternoons a week."

There is no answer

Li Rui and Xi Siyong stayed inside for about half an hour. When they came out, they were somewhat surprised to see Cheng Bing waiting outside. Li Rui patted Xi Siyong on the shoulder and said with a smile, "I will head back first, my wife is still waiting. You can talk to Cheng Bing."

Please take you to the staff cafeteria for dinner tonight, on the third floor, and order! Zhao Xu immediately beamed with joy. When Cheng Bing's gaze swept over, he noticed a stack of books on the left side of Xi Siyong's desk, which was precisely the set of "Andersen's Fairy Tales" she had left behind. She stared at that set of books in a slight daze, and before she could think it through, she blurted out to Xi Siyong: "Why did you register the ID Eternity?"

The banana ball melted on the tongue, and the father simply looked at Cheng Bing with a smile, asking her if she was accustomed to the English summer camp: "The weather in K City has been getting hotter year by year. When I came here two years ago, it wasn't like this; after just a few steps, people can't take it anymore. How are the classes with the foreign teachers? Your mother thinks about you every day. If not... I could ask your teacher for a leave of absence. Anyway, when we go back, we can also invite teachers from the Foreign Language College to teach you, so you won't fall behind, okay?"

Things are not as you think! The father was both angry and anxious, "Bingbing, how could you think this way?"

Xi Siyong stared blankly at her and said, "Which one are you referring to?"

Unfortunately, it is no longer possible to purchase an identical one

Cheng Bing shook his head

Under such intimidation, Cheng Bing obediently attended self-study sessions every day, but she often encountered boys who came to flirt with her. Her temper was not particularly good, especially during her breakup period, and she had little patience to show others. After a few instances of irritation, she would directly return to her dormitory. Little did she know that in her dorm, one roommate was always on the phone for long hours, while the other had an unchanging expression that seemed to convey the eight characters "Diligent and hardworking, loyal to the country"—a strong individual who had been recommended from a nationally renowned key high school for Olympiad training. After spending a few months in this restless state, she finally found a good place: the music building.

Li Rui asked in surprise: "Si Yong, aren't you the one who likes to eat cold mixed cilantro the most?"

Cheng Bing sighed and turned her head away; she was truly weary of such performances, tired of watching her parents act out their deep affection. The actors on stage were in pain, and those watching the play were not necessarily better off. In fact, these details were all forcibly revealed to her by Ji Shenyan. After all, they had been childhood friends for over a decade, unable to become a couple, yet their feelings still lingered. At that time, he said: "Cheng Bing, it is wrong for me to tell you about your parents, and it is also wrong not to tell you. Tell me, what exactly should I do?"

The partnership of handsome men and beautiful women, coupled with the gimmick of "allowing Xi Siyong to willingly step back into the second line," made Cheng Bing the center of attention at the welcome party, akin to the moon surrounded by stars. As she led the band onto the stage, her commanding presence resembled that of a mafia queen. Just then, the host tripped over a power cord, prompting Li Rui to exclaim, "There is no need for such grand gestures when meeting the Empress Dowager." The host quickly played along, teasing Xi Siyong, "If the Empress Dowager is behind the curtain, doesn’t that make Siyong the regent?" That night, the online viewership for the Rock version reached a new high, attracting many fans, a significant number of whom were female. It was unclear who initiated it, but a spontaneous organization took place, collectively changing their nicknames, resulting in a uniform display in the online list:

Xi Siyong shook his head, and Cheng Bing took the opportunity to attack: "Is it still because Ah Shi used the lead singer to lure me to the band, are you unhappy?"

You have no right to tell me what to do

As they turned the corner, Si Yong accidentally stepped on a half brick, causing him to stumble slightly due to his already tipsy state, and both of them fell to the ground, leaning awkwardly against the wall. Cheng Bing collapsed onto his shoulder, neither crying nor making a fuss, and in the soft moonlight, the glimmer of tears on her face was clearly visible. She curled up into a ball, her entire being nestled between Si Yong and the wall, the moonlight and tears making her face appear almost transparent, like fragile porcelain that could shatter at a touch. Si Yong, as if possessed, reached out his hand to wipe away the tear that hung at the corner of her eye, not yet fallen, the coolness of his fingertips seeming to sever the tightly strung chord in his heart that had been taut for so long.

Are they also indulging me? She suddenly deflated; while Xi Siyong's strict demands might still inspire her fighting spirit, if those two votes today were again out of indulgence or favoritism, then what is the point of her joining the band?

一个人必须走多少条路，才能被称为一个人

Xi Siyong chuckled twice and said, "Indeed, I am rather superficial." He raised his bottle and clinked it with the frozen drink, and finally reminded, "Your high notes are a bit weak; make sure to practice well when you go back"