Huaguo.
Imperial Dynasty Entertainment.
Lin Chaoyang had been so happy lately that his mouth hadn't closed.
"Hello, President Zhang, I'd like to discuss some follow-up issues regarding your album in person."
"Alright, shall I book a club so we can discuss it thoroughly?"
"What club? Just come to the company, the producer will be here too."
"Ah? President Lin, wouldn't that be a bit of a slight to you?"
"Slight to whom? We're old friends. My office is fine for discussing it."
Lin Chaoyang strode with purpose, humming a tune as he walked towards his office.
After he left, the employees in the office area finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Lin Chaoyang had a powerful aura and maintained a dignified presence in the company. It was rare to see him openly express joy.
"President Lin is in such a good mood lately?"
"Didn't President Lin say that business discussions must be held in professional venues? He hated clients discussing business in his office..."
"What do you guys know? President Lin ostensibly invited clients to discuss business, but actually, it was to show them... to make them appreciate that painting."
"What painting?"
"Holy crap, don't you guys browse the internet? Ting Yu bought a world-famous painting from President Lin for $260 million USD. It arrived at the company yesterday, and President Lin had people renovate an entire wall of his office overnight just to better display this painting!"
While the employees were discussing.
As soon as Lin Chaoyang entered his office, the phone rang again.
"Hello, President Deng."
"President Lin, what about the dinner appointment we scheduled?"
"Sure, but I'm a bit tired of the usual restaurant environment lately. How about this: we have a cafeteria at our company. Have the restaurant chefs come to the company to cook, and we'll eat in my office."
"Ah? President Lin, wouldn't that be showing you a lack of respect?"
"It's settled then. If you don't come, that would be showing me disrespect!"
As soon as he hung up the phone.
Lin Chaoyang reclined in his boss's chair, propping his legs on the desk.
He looked at the display wall he had meticulously crafted from jade, admiring the world-famous painting "The Scream" gifted by Su Yu, with immense satisfaction.
After an unknown period of time.
His assistant knocked on the office door: "President Lin, President Zhang has arrived."
After the assistant spoke.
President Zhang entered Lin Chaoyang's office, carrying his briefcase.
"President Lin..."
As he was about to speak.
Lin Chaoyang walked up, put an arm around his shoulder, and turned him: "Haha, President Zhang, look, what do you think of my painting?"
President Zhang was taken aback by Lin Chaoyang's sudden enthusiasm, but he still politely nodded: "It's very good."
"I think so too. My son-in-law gave it to me," Lin Chaoyang said with a smile, then he suddenly asked, "By the way, do you know my son-in-law? The music virtuoso Ting Yu."
"Of course, I've heard of Ting Yu's great reputation..."
President Zhang pulled at the corner of his mouth, displaying an awkward yet polite smile.
Is this Lin Chaoyang?
Is this Lin Chaoyang, known as the Emperor of the Chinese music scene?
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Early January.
The finale of "Era Music King" was approaching.
Just like last time, Ting Yu had done something significant during this period, attracting a massive fanbase within the art community.
After so many rounds of competition, Ting Yu had transformed from the initially underestimated Chinese producer into the strongest dark horse of "Era Music King."
He had surpassed all producers at his level, even defeating rulers of the Era Music Chart like Sean.
Furthermore, he had gained immense popularity on the world stage through his talent, captivating countless foreigners.
The voting segment for the finale held little suspense.
Everyone was more eager to see what kind of song Ting Yu would present in the final episode of "Era Music King."
Compared to foreign netizens, the domestic entertainment industry was paying even more attention to Ting Yu's performance.
Because they knew what this represented.
Although the overall strength of the domestic entertainment industry still lagged behind other countries, the presence of Ting Yu, a ceiling-level talent, significantly elevated the average.
On the eve of "Era Music King" broadcasting, major domestic entertainment websites put aside all their promotional activities and reserved their most prominent sections for the legendary figure of the Chinese music scene, "Ting Yu"!
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Weibo.
The top ten trending topics were all about Ting Yu.
The banner at the very top of the homepage.
A specially designed banner poster was displayed.
【Three years, achieving the undisputed King of the Chinese Music Scene, wishing Ting Yu a triumphant return!】
The theme text on the poster was clearly designed with a powerful font, complemented by a silhouette of Su Yu's profile, exuding an aura of dominance.
"Looking forward to Ting Yu's triumphant return!"
"Unbelievable, Ting Yu has only taken three years to build a musical dynasty that belongs solely to him!"
"Many people used to like overseas songs and even considered domestic songs to be trash, but Ting Yu's appearance has silenced them. Even if everyone else is trash, Ting Yu is the undisputed King of the music scene on Planet Blue!"
"Old fans are in tears. From Ting Yu's first song, watching his growth to this day, three years have been filled with memories!"
"When I listened to 'Later' back then, I was still in high school. Now I'm in college, and I'm so fortunate that my youth had Ting Yu!"
Netizens flooded Weibo with comments, realizing that three years had unknowingly passed.
While this amount of time was not long for a singer or a producer, the achievements Ting Yu had brought were astonishing. He had accompanied the youth of many, growing alongside them to this day, carrying the hopes of countless fans!
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NetCloud Music.
The homepage also featured a new poster.
Not only that, but they had gone to extreme lengths by changing the app icon to the words "Wishing Ting Yu a Triumphant Return."
Of course, there were plenty of activities offering experience cards.
And this time, NetCloud Music had truly pulled out all the stops.
They had specifically planned a "Cheer for Ting Yu" event.
【On the day of the 'Era Music King' broadcast, users who vote for Ting Yu will receive a one-month VIP experience card!】
This event was so impactful that industry peers were almost cursing upon seeing it!
After all, NetCloud Music had always maintained a good relationship with Ting Yu. While they benefited, their platform wasn't solely reliant on appeasing Ting Yu.
If other companies followed suit and ran similar promotions, such hard losses were truly unbearable for most. However, if they didn't follow suit, the scale of NetCloud Music's event was so significant that it would undoubtedly draw their users away to NetCloud Music.
There was no alternative.
To maintain their market share, other music platforms also followed suit and launched their own promotions!
Besides these platforms.
Many singers, actors, and industry professionals also expressed their anticipation for Ting Yu's victory at this moment.
Of course, some genuinely hoped for Ting Yu's championship, wishing him to become the top producer on Planet Blue, while others were simply trying to ride the wave of popularity.
But none of that mattered.
Because everyone knew that soon, the Chinese music scene, following the glory of this man, would stand at the pinnacle of the world!
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