CHAPTER 25: CHAPTER 25: VERA HANSEN TEMPTS FATE

This is quite interesting.

Very few people know this news, and Vera Hansen learned it only by using Julian Lawson’s identity to apply pressure; internally, it’s top secret.

The ordinary staff only know that Irene’s injury was so severe she couldn’t get out of bed.

The other party is a singer promoted by Jasper Ford. Although he’s only the third son of the Ford Family, it is a colossal entity.

Jasper Ford himself is also the CEO of Ford Entertainment under the Ford Group, ranking among the top three entertainment giants in Aeston.

He’s not married and hasn’t officially announced a girlfriend; to have him pamper and personally handle things, it must be only for his cherished songbird.

For Vera Hansen’s analysis, Julian Lawson remains silent without comment.

He’s not concerned about Jasper Ford’s affairs; he just watched that silhouette and, for some reason, became inexplicably interested.

But that’s all it amounts to.

...

Backstage dressing room.

Serena Sterling had already done the final coordination with the relevant personnel.

Backstage was bustling, Jasper Ford had gone to deal with other matters; after all, he is the CEO of Ford Entertainment and can’t always be by Serena Sterling’s side, but he specially brought an assistant.

Assistant Chloe is an adorable yet capable girl wearing black-framed glasses, currently helping beside Serena Sterling.

The girl was jotting notes, muttering under her breath: "...Stage confirmed, order confirmed, Irene, we are scheduled to perform third."

Serena Sterling nodded gently.

Just then, she suddenly felt a gaze lingering on her.

With a slight frown, Serena Sterling looked up and found Vera Hansen standing on the other side.

Vera Hansen noticed her gaze and smiled, nodding.

Serena Sterling merely gave her a curious look without responding.

Next to her, Chloe noticed and whispered softly: "Irene, Jasper asked me to tell you that Vera Hansen has a very formidable mysterious team backing her, unrelated to The Lawson Corporation. Each of her appearances and speeches are meticulously designed by that team."

"If it’s not necessary, it’s best to avoid a direct clash with Vera Hansen."

So it means if it’s necessary, then go ahead.

Serena Sterling withdrew her gaze, nodding to indicate understanding.

On the other side, Vera Hansen also withdrew her gaze, yet as she turned away, her smile vanished.

How arrogant for a mere songbird!

However...

A hint of calculation flashed through Vera Hansen’s eyes.

Even a songbird can be of use to her.

...

The live broadcast was about to begin.

First up were the self-introductions and performances of the three guests.

The first two guests were well-known figures in the music industry, their introductions full of humor, and their performances showcased significant talent.

Lastly, it was Vera Hansen.

As soon as she took the stage, she stood apart from the first two.

The spotlight shone on her; dressed in a white gown, she appeared even more sorrowful under the stage lights.

"Hello everyone, I am Vera Hansen, a florist, and I am very glad to meet everyone on this stage."

"You might wonder why someone whose main profession is a florist would participate in this show."

"Many say Vera Hansen is just seeking publicity, and what I want to tell everyone is—"

"Yes, I am indeed seeking publicity!"

Vera Hansen smiled, appearing bold and sincere.

She looked at the camera and spoke each word:

"I want many, many people to see me, to see me attempting different ways of living life, letting more people know that even when life hits a dead end, one can still live splendidly."

Her face showed a beautiful yet shattered smile, matching her words, moving people to tears.

Serena Sterling leaned back in the backstage contestant personal lounge chair, enduring bodily discomfort, calmly watching Vera Hansen’s speech.

What does Julian Lawson like about Vera Hansen?

Is it this vigor, or does Vera Hansen’s lively personality resemble his own past self?

Sometimes people really feel sympathy for someone like their weaker past selves.

This caring and sympathy are not always for that person, but for themselves back then.

And men’s sympathy often blends with love.

"Next, I will perform the song ’Micro Love’, which expresses my journey over these days, hoping to give strength to people enduring pain like me to live strong."

Vera Hansen deeply bowed, and then the stage darkened.

Serena Sterling raised an eyebrow slightly, ’Micro Love’?

She named the song ’Micro Light’.

Seeing through the past and peering into the future, the morning light was the essence of this song.

But she can change it as she likes, the agreement allows for modification.

Now it’s about seeing if the song is released with the credits mentioning ’Yarn’ and Ford Entertainment.

The backstage of Heavenly Sound is divided into two parts.

One part is a large hall accommodating many people, allowing contestants or guests who want to communicate.

Another part consists of each contestant’s and guest’s personal lounges.

There are few viewers who have time to watch such a long live broadcast, later requiring editing to put the content on the platform.

It needs some reactions from contestants and guests as editing supplements.

Therefore, both the hall and personal lounges have live broadcast-watching TVs and recording devices.

However, these parts will not be live-streamed and will be edited as the program team arranges.

As for the dressing room part, there are no such arrangements unless privately recorded.

Now, Serena Sterling was in the contestant’s personal lounge, with Chloe by her side.

Mounted on the wall was a large screen broadcasting live, displaying Vera Hansen’s performance presently.

Beside the screen, a flurry of comments refreshed furiously—

"Oh my god, it’s so good, just hearing this prelude is outstanding, not to mention the rest!"

"I’m crying listening to this; the 25 seconds leaked on the platform a few days ago already moved me to tears, and now I’m losing it even more."

"I’m feeling emotional, not sure which boyfriend to think about, boohoo."

"Share one with me upstairs!"

"Queue up to share the boyfriend!"

"Queue +1, teacher, I want two."

...

"So many videos used that 25 seconds as BGM recently, I’ve heard it so many times that I thought I was tired of it, but now hearing it again, I can’t help but break down in tears."

"Serena, are you watching the live broadcast? Know your place and step down voluntarily!"

"Still the old saying, Serena’s 25 years can’t match Vera Hansen’s 25 seconds!"

...

Netizens were buzzing with discussions, while in the backstage personal lounge, Serena Sterling picked up her phone, leisurely opening various music platforms.

According to Vera Hansen, this song ’Micro Love’ will be released simultaneously on various music platforms. To see the credits, she just needs to check slightly.

No need to search purposefully.

The first app she opened showed the song with Vera Hansen’s refined photo on the opening screen ad.

Serena Sterling clicked in and saw—

’Micro Love’

Singer: Vera Hansen

Lyricist: Vera Hansen

Composer: Vera Hansen