"Captain Lin, Mr. Smith said, thank you for your warm hospitality. They are very passionate and interested in domestic singing, dancing, and opera culture. They hope to see wonderful programs and be surprised here today."
Jiang Wen was the translator and the only translator for the observation group. He was responsible for the entire communication between the two parties.
Receiving foreign observation groups is related to the friendly exchanges between the two countries, so Lin Qing is also careful and takes it seriously.
"It is also an honor for our cultural troupe to receive you. We hope to bring you a wonderful trip and experience." Lin Qing said while motioning for everyone to take their seats.
Smith and others took the main seats in the center as a matter of course.
After everything was arranged, the performance officially began.
The first one to take the stage was the drama department’s program.
Zhang Guozhu has obviously taken into account the language barrier. When designing the program, he set the tone of focusing on performance and as few lines as possible.
Therefore, even if people in the viewing group do not understand, it does not hinder their understanding of the entire program.
Smith and others watched with great interest, especially when Zhu Jiabei's ventriloquism appeared, they all looked surprised.
Lin Qing had a panoramic view of each of their reactions, and then nodded affirmatively to Zhang Guozhu, who was sitting not far away.
Zhang Guozhu relaxed completely.
Smith watched the show and discussed it in low voices with the people around him.
The second program was a dance performance, which was quite satisfactory, and there was not much reaction from the viewing group.
The third program was Wu Hanrou's turn to sing solo. The moment Wu Hanrou stepped onto the stage, the atmosphere in the viewing group was aroused.
Nothing but Wu Hanrou's appearance was so outstanding that she immediately attracted everyone's attention.
This time it was Li Jianhua's turn with his heart in his throat. Although he believed in Wu Hanrou's ability, he would never be able to truly feel at ease as long as he didn't complete the singing.
The musical instrument team was quickly ready and the music started.
The moment Wu Hanrou spoke, everyone in the art troupe was relieved.
Stable!
Smith even showed a surprised look, and immediately turned around to say something to Jiang Wen.
Jiang Wen immediately asked Lin Qing, "Captain Lin, what is the name of the person singing on the stage now?"
Lin Qing replied: "Wu Hanrou."
Jiang Wen sighed, "I didn't expect there to be such an outstanding singer in our group. Mr. Smith admires her very much."
In fact, without him having to say anything, Lin Qing also noticed Smith and others' interest in Wu Hanrou.
Lin Qing did not speculate too much, but regarded this appreciation as a simple recognition and love for the program.
Although this is Wu Hanrou's first performance in a cultural troupe, her performance is very majestic and calm, and she can sing a foreign song with ease.
The success of this song can be seen from the expressions of everyone in the viewing group.
Standing at the entrance of the stage, Ye Ning could not deny the strength displayed by Wu Hanrou on the stage.
The song ended with a round of applause. Wu Hanrou walked off the stage with her head held high and her chest high, without even leaving an extra look.
Jiang Wen repeated to Lin Qing again, "Comrade Wu Hanrou is really good. Mr. Smith and the others are very satisfied with her performance."
"Thank you Mr. Smith for your affirmation."
Jiang Wen looked at Lin Qing's serious look, and the smile on his face became a little stiff.
The next few programs clearly failed to arouse the interest of the viewing group, and the atmosphere was extremely depressed.
Until the musical instrument band returns to the stage to perform, the beautiful music makes people happy both physically and mentally.
Smith squinted his eyes, his emotions brought into it.
The moment the melodious piano sounded, the air in the entire hall seemed to become eager.
Smith immediately opened his eyes, looking for the source of the piano sound.
When he saw Ye Ning sitting in front of the piano, he was stunned for a moment, and then showed an expression of disbelief.
After quickly talking to Enoch, the two of them locked their eyes on Ye Ning.
Then came the same routine as Wu Hanrou performed just now.
Jiang Wen soon asked the same question to Lin Qing.
Lin Qing's cheeks were a little tense, but she still said the name "Ye Ning".
"Comrade Ye Ning plays the piano very well, and Mr. Smith and the others like him very much."
This time Lin Qing said "hehe" twice and didn't even give Jiang Wen any response.
However, this does not prevent Smith and the others from being interested in Ye Ning.
Jiang Wen then asked about Ye Ning's age and her experience in learning piano.
Lin Qing answered in the simplest words.
Although it might be a coincidence, Lin Qing really felt that the people in the viewing group seemed to be more interested in the performers themselves than the show itself.
And this interest is clearly not based on the performer's ability.
The performance lasted about an hour and was all completed smoothly.
Smith said to Lin Qing with a smile on his face: "The show was still very exciting, and we are all very satisfied. There are a few very outstanding players in particular, which are very impressive. At the same time, it also proves the strength of your team, which is very good."
In the end, he seemed to be worried that Jiang Wen's translation would not be adequate, so he gave a thumbs up.
Lin Qing replied politely and calmly: "Thank you Mr. Smith and everyone for your recognition. We have arranged local specialties for everyone. Please come and dine with us."
It is now noon, and eating is naturally an essential part of the meal.
After listening to Jiang Wen's translation, Smith nodded.
Lin Qing also signaled to He Kun next to him, and then the group left the performance hall.
The atmosphere backstage was very relaxed, and after the performance was completed, this mission was considered a successful conclusion.
"Everyone performed very well. The team leader has notified the canteen to reward everyone with extra dishes at noon today!" Li Jianhua said excitedly.
There was a moment of happy cheers.
"Shu Yun, please pack up and go meet the group leader and others."
"Okay." Zheng Shuyun agreed readily.
On the other side, Smith and others were already sitting in a room in the canteen dedicated to receiving guests.
Jiang Wen saw everyone sitting down, and then took the initiative to say to Lin Qing: "Captain Lin, please take a step to speak."
Lin Qing didn't know what the other party was going to say, so she got up and walked out.
Jiang Wen followed closely, and when he was outside the room, he lowered his voice and said, "Captain Lin, can you please invite Comrade Wu Hanrou and Comrade Ye Ning to come over for dinner?"
Lin Qing's expression changed instantly, "Isn't that necessary?"
Jiang Wen saw that she didn't understand yet, so he had to remind: "Mr. Smith and the others admire Comrade Wu Hanrou and Ye Ning very much. If they are responsible for entertaining together, it will definitely make everyone happier."
"They are members of the cultural troupe. Their job content is only to perform on stage and have no obligation to entertain guests." Lin Qing felt that Jiang Wen didn't understand, so her voice became louder.
