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The Olympic Five Rings Arena in the capital city was first constructed in 1994 and fully completed in 1999. In 2000, it served as the main venue for the Capital City Sydney Olympics, boasting the largest scale of any venue in the world at the time.
Over a decade later, this magnificent stadium remains among the world's premier venues. A major renovation in 2013 saw the replacement of much of its equipment, ensuring that its internal facilities remain up-to-date.
Typically, only world-class stars or domestic megastars can hold solo concerts at the Olympic Five Rings Arena. A popular saying in the music industry goes: "If you've got what it takes, hold a concert at the Olympic Five Rings Arena!"
On September 22nd, Chen Fei'er's Extraordinary Fei solo concert took place at the Olympic Five Rings Arena.
This wasn't her first time performing a solo concert there, but having transitioned from a "Sweet Song Queen" to a "Heavenly Queen of Ballads" just days earlier, this concert, nearly a year overdue, carried immense significance for her.
Preparations had actually begun months earlier. The organizers hired Capital City's top-tier performance company and secured approval to perform at the Olympic Five Rings Arena through expedited channels.
As a venue that had once captivated the world, the Olympic Five Rings Arena typically hosts few performances, each subject to stringent requirements. The primary qualification for any star gracing its stage is a spotless reputation. Scandals like infidelity, drunk driving, drug abuse, or prostitution are grounds for immediate rejection.
Despite the entertainment industry's chaotic reputation, its true elite meticulously maintain their public image and generally lead virtuous lives. Those who fail to uphold these standards find doors quickly closing in their faces.
The Olympic Five Rings Arena can accommodate 120,000 spectators, but for concerts, logistical constraints limit ticket sales to no more than 100,000.
Even this reduced number is staggering. At a minimum ticket price of 128 yuan, 100,000 tickets would generate 12.8 million yuan. Of course, selling out all 100,000 tickets is a daunting task; achieving a 70% attendance rate is considered a resounding success.
Only the most elite stars could draw a sold-out crowd.
Imagine standing on a brilliantly lit stage, surrounded by 100,000 cheering fans, their waving glow sticks twinkling like stars, a dazzling, mesmerizing spectacle.
For a vagabond singer, this would undoubtedly be the ultimate pinnacle of achievement!
Tickets for Chen Fei'er's "Extraordinary Fei" solo concert went on pre-sale over a month in advance. With the addition of complimentary tickets, the expected attendance was around 80 percent, meaning approximately 80,000 audience members would be present.
While still short of the domestic record for a single concert attendance of over 100,000, this figure remained beyond the reach of 99.99% of vagabond singers, leaving them green with envy and jealousy!
The concert was scheduled to begin at 7 PM, but multiple security checkpoints opened as early as 4 PM to allow early entry. By just after 6 PM, most of the seats had already been filled.
Holding a solo concert at the Olympic Five Rings Arena is no easy feat. Security alone involves countless considerations, and money alone can't solve it; connections and resources are indispensable.
To put it bluntly, Chen Fei'er possesses both the capability and the qualifications to perform at the Olympic Five Rings Arena. Lu Chen, on the other hand, possesses the talent but falls just short of the required credentials.
Of course, Lu Chen will still grace this highly anticipated stage tonight, as a special guest.
Inviting friends from the entertainment industry to support a star's concert is a common practice. The guest's identity is often shrouded in mystery, kept strictly confidential until their reveal, serving as a major promotional highlight and a surprise for the audience.
However, for the Capital City premiere of Chen Fei'er's Extraordinary Fei solo concert, Lu Chen was the sole confirmed guest. Secrecy would only be maintained for the subsequent Huhai, Shinkai, and Mountain City performances.
As a result, fans learned about Lu Chen's appearance in advance, which contributed significantly to the concert's impressive ticket sales.
Lu Chen's fan base was nearly as large as Chen Fei'er's, and though there was significant overlap, he still managed to attract some of her fans to the arena.
By now, the Olympic Five Rings Arena was a roaring sea of voices. Countless glow sticks lit up the stands like twinkling stars in the night sky, while illuminated banners bearing Chen Fei'er's name were held high, as if to summon her onto the stage ahead of time.
Meanwhile, backstage in her dressing room, Chen Fei'er sat snuggled against Lu Chen on the sofa, fully dressed and made up for her performance.
The Heavenly Queen of the music world would open the show with a magnificent long gown. She wore vibrant makeup, an unusual touch that enhanced her alluring beauty, though her small hands felt a bit cold.
"What's wrong?" Lu Chen asked, holding her hand with concern. "Are you nervous?"
Chen Fei'er shook her head, then nodded slightly. "Just a little," she admitted. "I'm afraid I'll mess up."
For a Heavenly Queen who had debuted over a decade ago and performed countless concerts, such anxiety might seem out of place. Yet today held a significance that set it apart for Chen Fei'er.
Once renowned as the "Queen of Sweet Songs," Chen Fei'er had now transitioned into a Heavenly Queen of ballads. Despite the phenomenal success of her album Flower Woman, which had already sold over four million copies, this concert remained one of the most pivotal milestones in her career.
If she faltered on stage, it would be an unforgivable mistake for Chen Fei'er.
She had been preparing for this concert for a full year!
That's why Chen Fei'er was so anxious.
Lu Chen understood.
After a moment's thought, he stood up, retrieved his guitar, and returned.
"It's still early. How about I sing you a song?"
Chen Fei'er smiled. "Actually, you don't have to. I can control myself... But go ahead, sing."
She felt a sweetness well up from deep within her heart.
It was all thanks to Lu Chen's gentle tenderness and thoughtfulness.
Lu Chen sat down beside Chen Fei'er again with his guitar. After tuning it, he strummed the strings.
He sang "When You're Old."
When you're old, your hair is white, and sleep weighs heavy on your eyes.
When you're old, too weak to walk, you doze by the fire, reminiscing about your youth.
Many loved you in your vibrant youth, admiring your beauty with fleeting or sincere devotion, but only one man loved your devout soul.
Chen Fei'er listened quietly, absorbing the emotions conveyed in the lyrics. Gradually, the anxiety and restlessness that had plagued her vanished without a trace, replaced by a warmth that filled her heart.
Involuntarily, she leaned her head gently against Lu Chen's shoulder, inhaling his familiar scent. She longed for time to freeze in this moment, for the present to last forever.
Until a knock echoed on the door.
The assistant pushed open the door and poked her head in. "Fei'er-jie, it's almost time for you to go on."
Chen Fei'er stood up, looking completely transformed, radiant with vitality. Her bright eyes no longer held any trace of uncertainty, brimming instead with absolute confidence.
This is the real Chen Fei'er!
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