Chapter 87, Bai Jing's Living Room, is broadcast.

Bai Jing has been working at Kyoto TV for a long time. She's had high hopes for the program "Crossover Joyful Voice" from the very beginning. She's had her eye on Shi Shi since the first episode aired. The entertainment industry is so fickle; many are blinded by its allure. She's observing.

She was captivated when Shen Jingyuan's "Over the Top" was first released, and then she immediately extended an invitation after the release of Shen Jingyuan's album "Girl's Heart".

Shi Shi is undoubtedly a great interview subject. She generates a lot of buzz. However, interview programs are currently in a slump. In an era where viewership is king, she not only needs to maintain quality, but her guests must also have strong audience engagement. In Bai Jing's view, Shi Shi is a very contradictory person. She is dazzling and ambitious, yet incredibly low-key. Aside from her crossover appearance on "Yue Zhi Sheng," she doesn't appear in any public settings.

The more mysterious a person is, the more people want to peek into their life.

Looking at Shi Shi in front of her, Bai Jing couldn't help but sigh, how unfair life is! Some people are like God's favorite daughters, while others are like mud splatters thrown out at will.

"My show is completely unscripted, and she explained everything to you, right?"

Shi Shi: "I can accept that."

"Shall we define the scope of the interview?" The whole thing is being broadcast live without a script. If we don't define the scope of the interview, the show should have been canceled long ago. What guest would be willing to come?

"The focus will be on your career, things like inspiration for songwriting," she said, and Shi Shi nodded. They both knew this was just the tip of the iceberg.

"We'll also discuss the ever-increasing divorce rate..." Shi Shi paused here. She looked at Bai Jing and Zuo Min, who was taking notes beside her. Her eyes were serious as she said, "We can talk about social issues, but definitely not about my ex-husband."

Bai Jing was about to offer some advice when Shi Shi interrupted her before she could even speak: "Leaving each other alone is the end of this marriage. It's all over." The implication was clear: there was no room for negotiation.

Although somewhat regrettable, it was within her expectations. Besides, Shi Shi was very cooperative. Bai Jing, with her strong personality, was popular because she "liked" to mentor newcomers.

"Any recent works?"

Shi Shi thought for a moment; apart from the 100th anniversary celebration, there wasn't much she could promote recently. However...

"I'll be singing 'Liang Liang' with Shen Jingyuan at his concert." Why not give my aunt's husband a little free advertising?

Zuo Min, who was taking notes beside her, paused slightly, as if she had thought of something. She lowered her head slightly, concealing the malice in her eyes.

Bai Jing understood and indicated that she would bring it up at the end of the program. Both of them ended the conversation with satisfaction.

The following day, at the recording site of "Bai Jing's Living Room"

Because it was a live broadcast, the makeup and styling for the host and guests had to be checked repeatedly. The makeup artist was an old acquaintance—Nina.

"Long time no see, Teacher Shi."

"Yes, what a coincidence." The two chatted for a few minutes, but couldn't move around too much because they were putting on makeup. They didn't exchange many pleasantries.

As Director Song counted down "one, two, three," the recording of the program officially began.

Bai Jing has a good eye for talent; even though Shi Shi isn't even considered a semi-insider, she still attracts a lot of attention.

Countless families waited in front of their television sets to watch the program.

Tao Ying, whose online name is "Cherry Calf," started following Shi Shi from the "Crossover Joyful Voice" program. Her father had just finished watching the news and was about to change the channel when he heard the program preview. Tao Ying immediately stopped eating and rushed to the TV. And sure enough, it was the program!

"Don't change it, Dad. I want to see it!"

"Watch less of these idols, and read more..."

Interrupting her father's nagging, Tao Ying said impatiently, "What do you know? This isn't an idol! It's a queen!"

"You're just a kid, what do you know about the Queen? Finish your meal before you watch, you hear me?" She put down the remote and sat down to drink tea.

Such things happen in many families. With only a few minutes left before the show started, Bai Jing noticed that Zuo Min looked a little off and patted her on the shoulder: "Don't be nervous, everyone has a first time. I was scared when I faced the camera back then, and you're a few years older than me now, so you're better prepared. It'll be fine."

Zuo Min forced a natural smile: "Don't worry, Sister Jing. I'll do my best." With that, she steeled herself; so be it. If she didn't do as Wei Qi said, she'd lose her job too. Achieving success at work requires hundreds of efforts, and even then, success isn't guaranteed. But destroying everything is so easy. Thinking of the mortgage that nearly crushed her, and how her parents bragged about it to everyone in the village every time she went back home, she no longer hesitated.

What kind of lucky gift is there? Everything we received before had a price tag attached to it.

As the studio lights came on, Bai Jing was the first to appear, introducing her assistant host, Zuo Min. After Zuo Min appeared, a VCR clip appeared on the screen.

With the sound of typing on the keyboard, one after another, neat and square regular script characters appeared.

He graduated with a master's degree from Kyoto University.

Within a year, it created the myth of "million-hit songs".

He single-handedly dominated the top four spots on the hot song charts.

Her works include: Decent, The Wind Rises, and Cool.

The songwriters responsible for the lyrics and music include: Guo Huo, Yong Qing, Zuo Zhi Shou Yue, Ta Shan He, Zhao Ru You Ni, and I Know...

From the most well-known to those less popular, an entire page was filled with them.

Suddenly, a ball of flame appeared on the screen, burning away the black. The screen instantly turned white. Two large characters appeared in the center.

Shi Shi

Bai Jing then spoke up at the opportune moment: "Let's welcome our guest for this episode. Known as the 'Golden Melody Maker'—Shi Shi!"

Tao's father, watching on television, looked at his daughter in shock: "She wrote 'Over the Top' too?" Tao Ying looked at her father proudly and nodded vigorously several times.

...Sha...

That was too strong, I strained my neck!

The studio was indeed decorated like a living room, with a strong sense of home that made people feel very comfortable. Zuo Min brought over fruit, snacks, and melon seeds.

The main strategy is to lower your guard in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, allowing you to extract more information. Plus, these methods generate substantial advertising revenue. It's a win-win situation.

Bai Jing: "When you first came in, I thought someone's fairy had arrived. You're so beautiful, do the people around you know that?"

"Clearly, there are quite a few people like you who have a discerning eye," Shi Shi said helplessly, shrugging her shoulders. She readily admitted to her beauty.

Since that's the way you're going to answer... then you can be a little bolder...

"What are your methods for maintaining your beauty that you can share with the audience in front of the TV?"

Shi Shi looked earnestly at the camera and said seriously, "My method for maintaining youth and beauty is..."