143: Chapter 143 Theme Song Invitation

Time quickly passed to 1:02 PM, and Chen Shaoping and Zhang Ying arrived at the Calligraphy and Painting Gallery.

Zhang Ying seemed particularly fond of calligraphy and painting, having stood in front of “A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains” for over half an hour.

After looking around, Chen Shaoping returned to “A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains.”

“Sister Ying, do you really like this painting?”

Zhang Ying withdrew her eyes, which had been fixed on the painting, and teased, “What, if I like it, will you buy it for me?”

“Hehe!”

Chen Shaoping gave an awkward laugh. “The original is impossible, but if Sister Ying likes it, I can buy you a replica.”

Hearing this, Zhang Ying smiled very happily and gently linked her arm through Chen Shaoping’s.

“Let’s go, let’s look at the next one.”

Just then, He Qixiang and a grandmother of about sixty also walked into the Calligraphy and Painting Gallery.

This grandmother was wearing a plain cheongsam, her silver hair neatly coiled on her head, and she wore two large diamond earrings.

She spoke with a strong voice and had an outstanding temperament.

Without guessing, Chen Shaoping knew that this was Ms. Li Man, the Station Director of Kyoto TV Station.

The two of them also happened to arrive in front of the picture of a court lady where Chen Shaoping and Zhang Ying were.

“Qixiang, thank you for your strong support for this shoot.”

“Last time I came, I didn’t see this picture of a court lady, but this time I really must take a good look.”

“You’re too polite. For programs with historical significance like this, we generally give strong support.”

He Qixiang replied, then followed Li Man to carefully examine the picture of a court lady.

From time to time, Li Man would ask a question or two, and he would answer seriously.

Chen Shaoping and Zhang Ying were right beside them, and the two didn’t avoid others when speaking.

Chen Shaoping and Zhang Ying heard their words very clearly.

Thanks to the two of them, Chen Shaoping gained a deeper understanding of the picture of a court lady.

As the two finished looking and were about to leave.

Chen Shaoping stepped forward two paces, took off his mask, and greeted them with a smile.

“Old He, do you still remember this boy?”

He Qixiang was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, “It’s you! I didn’t expect to meet you here.”

“You didn’t rush back after the program.”

Zhang Ying quietly watched Chen Shaoping from the side, surprised that he knew someone like Old He.

“I just found a girlfriend, so I came out to stroll with her, treating it as a vacation for myself.”

Pointing to Zhang Ying, he continued, “Old He, this is my girlfriend, Zhang Ying.”

Zhang Ying smiled and stepped forward two paces, “Old He, I am Zhang Ying.”

“Oh, the big star, I know. A lyricist and a Heavenly Queen, a talented couple, very good, very good.”

Looking at the two in front of him, He Qixiang praised them sincerely.

“Thank you!”

“Oh, right, Li Man.” He Qixiang’s eyes lit up, and his voice grew a few shades louder. “Aren’t you still looking for a theme song? This boy is very good at writing songs.”

Then he introduced Chen Shaoping.

“Chen Boy, this is Station Director Li of Kyoto TV Station.”

“Station Director Li, hello. I am Chen Shaoping, also Young Master Ping who writes songs,” Chen Shaoping introduced himself, his tone humble.

“I know you. I really like your ‘the moon fills the west tower,’ but I don’t know why it hasn’t been released.”

Li Man’s face was kind, and her voice was gentle.

Talking to her felt very comfortable, completely without the oppressive feeling of an elder.

There was no pressure, and he could say whatever he wanted without worries.

“Grandma Li, ‘the moon fills the west tower’ was sung by Heavenly Queen Huang Manni and has already been recorded. It should be released in the next two days.”

Chen Shaoping answered truthfully. This was no secret, and even without Huang Manni’s consent, he wasn’t afraid to say it.

“Oh! Her, huh? That makes me even more excited.” Li Man smiled slightly and continued, “Are you interested in the theme song that Director He just mentioned?”

Chen Shaoping became excited, his voice rising a few tones, “It’s rare for two elders to promote me, of course, I’m interested.”

“Our TV station filmed a documentary called ‘The Forbidden City,’ divided into 12 episodes, and each episode is planned to have a theme song. Currently, none have been finalized.”

“I’ll have someone contact your company for the specifics, how about that?”

Li Man was very straightforward. Since both sides had an intention to cooperate, she decided to cut through the red tape and finalize it immediately.

“Okay, Grandma Li. This boy will be bold once and take on two theme songs,” Chen Shaoping said confidently.

Li Man chuckled slightly, “Confidence is a good thing, and I hope you can achieve it. Is it for this girl to sing?”

“That’s not certain. Although I haven’t seen the documentary’s sample footage, based on my understanding of ‘The Forbidden City,’ a song written for a male singer would be more suitable.”

Chen Shaoping expressed his thoughts.

“Oh, I hope you can write a song that amazes me,” Li Man said, looking at Chen Shaoping with an appreciative gaze, her smile unchanged.

“Alright, now that things are settled, we’ll be going. You two can keep looking for a while.”

He Qixiang saw that the two had settled the main business, so he led Li Man away.

Chen Shaoping didn’t expect things to go so smoothly. It seemed the value of participating in the CCTV program was demonstrated at this moment.

“Da Ping, when did you get to know Director He?”

After He Qixiang and Li Man left, Zhang Ying leaned in and asked.

Chen Shaoping held her hand, putting his mask back on. “It was when I first came to participate in the program, introduced by Old Cai Guoqiang.”

“Let’s go, let’s continue.”

After visiting the Calligraphy and Painting Gallery, the two went to the Ceramics Gallery.

Soon, it was closing time for the Museum, and they could only reluctantly leave the Palace Museum.

After coming out, both were a bit hungry, so they directly found a place to eat.

After eating, the time was already approaching 7:03 PM.

Fortunately, the dining spot Chen Shaoping chose was not far from the Peking Opera Grand Theater, so they had plenty of time.

“Wife, come with me to a place, I guarantee you’ll like it.”

“Okay, I’ll follow you wherever you go from now on.”

“Mm.”

Led by Chen Shaoping, the two strolled to the Peking Opera Grand Theater.

“Two tickets, please.”

Zhang Ying shook his arm vigorously, saying somewhat coquettishly, “Hubby, how did you know I like Peking Opera? Thank you.”

She pecked Chen Shaoping’s face like a chicken pecking rice.

Fifty yuan for a beauty’s spontaneous kiss—worth it, very worth it.

After the two entered the theater.

The performance was about to begin, but in the huge theater, there were only a handful of spectators, making the venue exceptionally deserted.

On the other side.

Yang Mi had been busy all day, finally getting a moment to rest.

However, she was very happy in her heart; she had finally, finally divorced Niu Wei.

Although exhausted, a huge weight had been lifted from her heart.

Just as she was resting, she saw the news about Cen Minglan posted on Shao Ping's account. Her heart skipped a beat, pounding violently several times.

She didn’t know Cen Minglan, nor had she extorted her.

But she just had a bad premonition.

That wretched woman must have already “defiled” her image through technical means.

Last year, a website published a ranking of YY targets for otaku, greasy middle-aged uncles, and single men.

She topped the list with data five times higher than the second-place holder.

Even now, many entertainment novels use her as the YY female lead.

Novels like “Starting with Marriage to Da Mimi,” “Entertainment: Da Mimi Throws Herself at Me,” and “Da Mimi Sneaks into My Bed” are countless.

Therefore, she was certain that she could not have been spared.