Bai Shan nodded directly: "I've practiced it thoroughly."
"Great, then let's start now."
After Zhang Jingdong said this, he prepared slightly and then began to sing:
When the swallows leave, the branches are filled with red beans
Don't ask the wandering traveler about their return
Who holds solitary vigil over the clear waters of Xiaoxiang
Unaware of what day it is today
...
Everyone listened to Zhang Jingdong's rendition of the main verse and first felt that his singing style was very unique. The style of the song was somewhat reminiscent of Zhou Jielun's "East Wind Break" and was quite pleasing, though not as catchy as "East Wind Break".
At this point, Zhang Jingdong gestured to Bai Shan, who then sang in an authentic operatic tone:
He sang about encountering an old friend in a foreign land
With each step and word imbued with longing
When those below the stage achieve top honors
They fail to recognize old acquaintances above the stage
...
