Chapter 33

Two days later, the music college received a notification regarding a morale-boosting performance at a naval base in Island City. Originally, this was the responsibility of the Music professionals and dance troupe, which had professional performers, and did not involve students like Tian Nana. However, due to the thematic alignment of her song “Night in the Naval Port” with the event, the leaders of the troupe specifically invited her to perform in Island City.

Tian Nana’s performance in Island City was a tremendous success. The hands of the naval soldiers were red from applause, and some even shed tears. A journalist from the military newspaper specifically highlighted her song “Night in the Naval Port,” and the song was broadcast on the military district radio.

Shortly after returning from Island City, Tian Nana’s rendition of “Night in the Naval Port” was broadcast on the national radio, causing a sensation across the country.

Controversies arose, praising it as the voices of the soldiers and song being very touching while others criticized it as insipid music, especially unsuitable for the military.

Regardless of the debates, Tian Nana became famous. From being unknown, she leaped into a top-tier domestic pop star, receiving numerous performance invitations from all over, making her so busy that she didn’t even have Sundays off.

At this time, the defensive counterattack was in full swing, and Song Haowen suggested that Tian Nana release “The Great Wall Will Never Fall” at an opportune time. When this song’s patriotic sentiment and powerful melody echoed across the country through the radio, it immediately became a divine song sung by millions.

Simultaneously, with the popularity of the two songs, Song Haowen, as the lyricist and composer, was also elevated to the musical pinnacle.

The president of Beijing University personally received him and asked him to compose a song for the school.

Initially, Song Haowen only wanted to help Tian Nana by borrowing the two famous songs from his previous life.

He didn’t originally have an interest in becoming a composer or lyricist. He felt that it lacked a sense of accomplishment and harbored a vague sense of guilt for the original creators and singers of these renowned songs. In his heart, he was contemplating how to create wealth and become a prominent figure in the global economy.

However, now the school was asking him to compose a campus song, which left him in a dilemma.

If he composed one himself, it would be too brain-consuming, and it might not even be as good as those other two. If he plagiarize another work, he would felt somewhat uneasy. This made him feel troubled for several days.

After the recovery of Zhu Hongyu’s father, she returned to help at the Haowen business department, and at the same time, Ren Huaalso came over. This made Song Haowen breathe a sigh of relief.

On a weekend night, the now-famous Tian Nana, enjoying a rare moment of leisure, came to the business store with her sister Tian Yuxi.

In the evening, Song Haowen invited the two of them, along with Zhu Hongyu and Ren Hua, to dine at the Beijing Grand Hotel.

The food here was quite expensive, but for Song Haowen, who had some savings, it was just a small expense.

Five people reserved a private room. During the meal, Song Haowen mentioned the matter of being asked to write songs for the school. All four girls were dazzled with admiration.

Tian Nana immediately asked if he had finished writing and requested him to let her sing it. He replied that writing songs was just a hobby; if he felt like it, he would write, but if he forced himself, it would lose its joy.

Zhu Hongyu advised that contributing to the school is something every student takes pride in. She thought about writing but couldn’t come up with anything.

Ren Hua analyzed, suggesting that if he writes about the campus, it doesn’t have to be specific to their own school.

Tian Yuxi also agreed, saying, “Yes, if you only write about Jingcheng University, the popularity will be too low, and it won’t be very meaningful. You can follow the idea of Sister Na.”

Song Haowen thought, “If they keep talking like this, they might think I’m out of ideas and can’t write anymore. No, I can’t lose face in front of these sisters, no matter what.”

“Hehe, actually, creating a campus song is not that difficult, right? It’s just some internal resistance,” he said.

Tian Yuxi immediately encouraged him, “Then hurry up and write. Maybe it will be another timeless masterpiece.”

Song Haowen said, “Let’s all have some drinks today. When I’m a bit tipsy, I’ll compose a good song on the spot.”

The four girls all laughed. Tian Yuxi said, “That’s great! We’ll all accompany you. However, it’s more of a gesture; you’re the star here.”

“No problem!”

Song Haowen ordered a bottle of red wine, and the four girls each took half a bottle, while he drank the other half alone.

It was his first time drinking with them, and he felt especially happy. He clinked glasses with each of them and then took the lead in drinking.

Soon, the five young people finished their glasses. Although the four girls didn’t drink much, they felt their faces flush, their hearts race, and their eyes become dreamy.

Looking at their blushing faces, incredibly beautiful, Song Haowen was suddenly filled with passion. Thinking of a popular song from the 1980s with lyrics by Gao Feng, music by Gu Jianfen, sung by Wang Jieshi and Xie Lisi, he stood up and sang gently:

“Along the familiar path on campus, In the morning, sitting under the tree to study. The rising sun shines on our faces, Also illuminating this small tree beside me.

…

Dear companions, dear little tree, Sharing the sunshine and rain with me. Let’s remember these beautiful moments, Until we grow into towering trees.

…”

As the song ended, the four girls were stunned.