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The entire song's mood is half derived from the melody and the other half from the lyrics.

Combined, "Blue and White Porcelain" reached a height that no one else could surpass!

"I could have gone up too."

Suddenly, Yin Dong said this to Lu Sheng.

Lu Sheng rolled his eyes.

Everyone burst into laughter.

Indeed.

This round really was such that anyone who went up would do.

After all.

Whoever went up would lose.

…

The maestros arrived quickly and left just as fast.

When everyone left with countless emotions, only Yang Zhongming, Zheng Jing, Lin Yuan, and Lu Sheng remained in the room.

"I admit I was outplayed."

Lu Sheng gave a resigned smile, "I truly embarrassed myself today."

Lin Yuan shook his head seriously, "The victory of 'Blue and White Porcelain' lies in the lyrics. Mr. Lu Sheng's composition was not inferior, and I truly respect your piece as well."

He wasn't being modest on purpose.

Lin Yuan was telling the truth.

In terms of composition, "Blue and White Porcelain" did not assuredly beat Lu Sheng.

Lu Sheng's competition wasn't me, but the combination of Director Zhou and Fang Wenshan!

If it were just about the composition, Lu Sheng's "Water Rhyme" could entirely contest with Director Zhou!

Ultimately, "Blue and White Porcelain" just won owing to Fang Wenshan's hand.

You know, Fang Wenshan is a top lyricist on Earth, and the lyrics of this song are a peak masterpiece of Fang Wenshan himself!

Just think about it.

If "Blue and White Porcelain" lacked Fang Wenshan's perfect lyrical performance, could this song stand out among the numerous similar songs by Director Zhou and become the pinnacle of Chinese style in many people's hearts?

"You don't need to comfort me."

Lu Sheng smiled resignedly, "Although I am vain, I am not someone who can't accept defeat. Use this song in December, I'll withdraw from November."

"That's not necessary."

Lin Yuan shook his head, stunningly saying:

"Actually, 'Blue and White Porcelain' was intended to be released in November."

Lu Sheng stiffened, his face suddenly changing!

Yang Zhongming and Zheng Jing also showed astonished expressions!

The three exchanged looks.

Was this song not Admirable Fish's secret weapon prepared for the battle of the gods!?

The fact that these three were shocked shows just how astonishing Lin Yuan's words were!

"Do you have an even better song in December?"

Lu Sheng's voice changed, "Please don't act out of pride. I'm the one stepping down voluntarily; you don't need to feel like you took advantage, especially since you've already beaten me!"

"There's another song in December."

Lin Yuan hesitated for a moment, then added, "It might not necessarily be better, but it won't be far off."

Yang Zhongming's expression was strange, "Are you serious?"

Zheng Jing couldn't help but say, "You really should not mess around, if you release this song in December, even if Zhong Continent makes a move, it would be hard to compete with this song!"

"It should be fine."

Lin Yuan also had his doubts, but he ultimately decided to release "Blue and White Porcelain" in November, despite the song's quality being more than sufficient for December.

Moreover...

Why should someone else step down for him? Everyone has the freedom to choose their song release timing. In this matter, Lin Yuan knew he wasn't being reasonable, but inevitably, it felt like letting down the kindness of Uncle Yang and Aunt Zheng.

With this in mind.

Lin Yuan said to Yang Zhongming and Zheng Jing, "Thank you, Uncle Yang, thank you, Aunt Zheng."

"Since you've made this decision, there must be a reason behind it. Seems like I still underestimated you," Yang Zhongming waved his hand, "I hadn't planned to intervene. It was Aunt Zheng who insisted I step in, plus, I couldn't bear to see you play your ace in November. Now that you still have something for December, it actually eases my guilt towards Lu Sheng."

"This is my fault; I should have discussed it with you in advance."

Zheng Jing laughed heartily, "I was afraid you might feel slighted, so I informed you at the last minute. However, you shouldn't feel this goes against principles all too much; the music industry has a tradition of giving heads-up. Maestros to some extent always have such an understanding among themselves; there is no need to make a big deal out of it, looking back, haven't you also stepped aside for others."

"That is true."

Lu Sheng looked at Lin Yuan and smiled, "The year I got the twelve consecutive titles, Brother Zhongming stepped aside for me once. If Brother Zhongming hadn't, I really wouldn't have gotten the twelve consequtive crowns that year. In that regard, you are stronger than me."

For this outcome, the three of them were somewhat amused yet sad.

Everyone thought Admirable Fish had only one secret weapon.

And that it would be played in December!

However, who could have imagined that Xian Yu still had an ace up his sleeve!

Whether it was November or December, Xian Yu's side was quite confident!

The three of them never doubted that Lin Yuan was bluffing.

By December, things would be clear, and there was no point in bluffing at such a time, especially as it involved the crucial twelve consecutive championships, no one joked about such a thing!

"Let's have dinner together tonight."

Lu Sheng suddenly said, "Just release my song as usual, there's no need to purposely choose a date, since you're not planning on changing the schedule anyway."

"Okay."

Lin Yuan agreed.

Lu Sheng's song had shown Lin Yuan the capabilities of a world-class composer.

If his song hadn't been "Blue and White Porcelain," but just another Chinese-style song, Lin Yuan might not have any other songs in November that could definitely beat the opponent.

Of course.

This just meant that apart from "Blue and White Porcelain," Lin Yuan had no other songs that could definitely win, but he still had songs that could compete on an equal footing with the opponent's.

That settled it.

The four made a dinner plan.

During the meal...

Lin Yuan and Lu Sheng exchanged contact information and found they quite hit it off.

"Actually, for you, the battle of the gods isn't scary. I have experience in this as someone who's been through it."

"What experience?"

"The experience is, when a composer can win for eleven seasons, the twelfth season, no matter what the quality of your song, many people will support you; it's called letting a gentleman finish his journey."

"The righteous are helped, the unrighteous are few?"

"Your words are interesting. No wonder you could write a song like 'Blue and White Porcelain'. Overall, the season chart is not purely a stage of strength. You cannot expect everyone to be completely fair; if people like certain singers or composers, what can you do? For example, if you're a newcomer, even if your song in November is better than mine, I would still win because I'm Maestro, and these off-stage factors all affect the season chart rankings, but you have momentum to leverage, and by then you will find a group of people helping you. Of course, if your song isn't good enough, off-stage factors can't play a decisive role."

"Hmm."

The two talked a lot.

Mostly, Lu Sheng did the talking while Lin Yuan listened.

Lu Sheng didn't mind Lin Yuan's quiet demeanor.

Geniuses differ in character.

In Lu Sheng's eyes, Lin Yuan's character suited him very well.

Yang Zhongming, sitting nearby, busied himself with his food and occasionally chipped in a word.

Only Zheng Jing looked at Lin Yuan and Lu Sheng with an odd expression:

Who would have thought these two were about to compete in the November season chart?

After the meal ended...

Lin Yuan drove home.

It was just past ten-thirty in the evening.

Less than two hours remained until the season chart update.

Online...

The November season chart competition between Lu Sheng and Xian Yu was trending!

"Only one and a half hours left!"

"Wondering who between Fish Papa and Wonder Lu will win or lose!"

"I like both sides, so I can accept any outcome. But comparing their achievements, I feel like Fish Papa's chances are slim."

"Didn't GOAT analyze it? It's slightly in favor of one."

"Some say it's more tilted the other way."

"Saying Fish Papa is like Little Lu Sheng is just too much. Isn't that implying Fish Papa will definitely lose?"

As for the November season chart competition between Xian Yu and Lu Sheng, countless people online were analyzing it.

The most widely accepted conclusion was "slightly in favor of one."

Xian Yu slightly less favored, Lu Sheng slightly more favored.

However...

As this opinion took deep root and time ticked ever closer to the season chart update...

On his blog...

Lu Sheng, a top composer from Blue Star and the youngest Maestro to score twelve consecutive championships, suddenly posted a special update:

[Today I listened to Teacher Admirable Fish's new song and I was dumbfounded. I give up for November, but I certainly won't flake. I recommend everyone listens to my song first; it should not disappoint you, but if you listen to Admirable Fish's song before mine, you might be disappointed. Am I spoiling something here?]

The update was accompanied by a photo.

In the photo, Lu Sheng's cheeks were flushed as if he had drunk quite a bit; he and Xian Yu were standing shoulder to shoulder, both making a classic scissor-hand gesture at the camera.

Duang!

Netizens across continents were stunned!

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