102. "Drowning Suspense" Rings Out, Pure Love Takes the Stage
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The first half of the commercial unfolds against the instrumental of “Invisible Wings,” recounting the heartbreaking story of a little girl who, at the age of three, was diagnosed with Type I Destructive Disease.
On screen, her bright smile gradually fades beneath the shadow of illness.
Her cheeks, once plump and rosy like a baby’s, grow pale and gaunt. Each treatment feels like a desperate battle against death itself. The sparkle in her eyes dims, replaced by a steadfast courage.
By the time she turns eight, her weight hasn’t even returned to what it was before falling ill.
Viewers watch her frail figure and silently conclude that this little girl’s time is short.
At the same time, they realize this story isn’t fictional—it’s painfully real. Coupled with the somber melody of “Invisible Wings,” the entire commercial transforms into a heartrending elegy, impossible to watch without being moved.
“Waaah, I can’t take it anymore! Working life is already hard enough, and now this ad just breaks my heart! QAQ”
“This is Type I Destructive Disease. That little girl is actually quite lucky. My nephew was diagnosed too late; he was gone within a week…”
“But that little girl is going to die too... If this ad’s purpose is to raise awareness about this disease through her story, then it succeeded. I’ll never forget it in my life! It’s just so heartbreaking!”
“Don’t talk to me, I’m already spiraling. This world truly knows only despair.”
Just when all seems lost, a ray of sunlight pierces through the heavy clouds and shines into the girl’s life. The melody of “Invisible Wings” swells with hope, and Ji Fanxing’s voice flows like a warm current, revealing a glimmer of light for the audience.
“I know I’ve always had invisible wings
That carry me, give me hope
At last, I see all my dreams in bloom…”
In the commercial, the brave girl finally receives the life-saving treatment. A long-lost smile returns to her face—a joy and hope that spring from the depths of her soul.
The final frame freezes on her radiant smile, as words appear on the screen:
“Please pay attention to Type I Destructive Disease. Though little known, this illness silently shapes the fate of many children.
Let us unite to detect and treat it promptly, bringing hope and smiles to every life.”
As the commercial ends, everyone’s hearts feel as if they have been healed alongside the girl.
“This is wonderful. I never imagined such a rare disease already has an effective cure.”
“So this really is a life-saving ad!”
“The positive energy here is undeniable—but why did they use Ji Fanxing’s song? I’m torn…”
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“Putting aside Ji Fanxing’s character, her singing is genuinely healing. I’m a grown man and I was in tears.”
“Ji Fanxing rocks! This is an official government commercial! Let’s see who dares say she’s not capable now!”
“For those who say Ji Fanxing’s origins in talent shows make her inferior, look: the entertainment industry values works. Being chosen by the government says it all!”
“Indeed, releasing such an ad during this storm of controversy is itself an encouragement.”
In the Long Kingdom, the government rarely endorses works by ordinary people. For example, the internet celebrity Zhiqin Wuyi had been out of the limelight for a long time until one of her songs was praised by the authorities, propelling her to fame as a notable composer within the influencer community.
She never misses a chance to brag.
This time, however, the song was chosen as the theme for a public service announcement, receiving widespread promotion and, as per official channel custom, will be broadcast endlessly on state television.
Much like a decade-old public service commercial of a child washing his mother’s feet—the young actor is now nearly thirty, yet the ad still airs on all official channels.
This maneuver immediately silenced Ji Fanxing’s critics. Which other celebrity gets this treatment after a competition?
Critics who said she was low-class and unworthy of collaborating with top stars—can their idols’ popularity compare to the reach of official state TV?
Claims about her poor character?
A joke. Everyone knows the government’s vetting process for collaborating artists is extremely strict. If she had any real issues, her song would surely have been replaced!
Netizens quickly saw through it: that whistleblower Song Qing was no saint herself!
“Were we being manipulated?”
“This whole thing feels suspicious. Maybe someone’s jealous of Ji Fanxing’s talent and deliberately defaming her.”
“So what? The government just picked Ji Fanxing’s song for an ad, but our brother’s two-year album got ruined because of her!”
“She just had one good song noticed. Can she really create songs that fit Lu Tianyu’s new album?”
“This woman is toxic. Once she’s out of the picture, our brother will finally be cleared of this mess.”
“Look how arrogant she is—annoying. It’s just an ad song; it means nothing.”
“As always, a person’s work doesn’t define their character. Her own family dislikes her—that must mean something…”
As public opinion teetered on the edge of reversal, hired internet trolls desperately tried to stem the tide, some even masquerading as Lu Tianyu fans, stirring his followers.
Many who felt sorry for Lu Tianyu began to stir restlessly.
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Ji Fanxing was receiving overwhelming promotion, but where was Lu Tianyu?
He was gambling with his own future, risking the fruits of his team’s two years of hard work and the hopes of his fans, betting on Ji Fanxing to help him outperform top producers and music masters?
The controversy had raged for an entire day. Beyond having his team issue a statement confirming cooperation with Ji Fanxing, Lu Tianyu had taken no further action.
The singer, known for his frequent fan interactions, hadn’t posted a word of explanation. His last Weibo update was an advertisement from a month ago, now buried beneath nearly ten million comments. Scrolling through the most recent, fans begged him to clarify.
“Brother, please say something! Just a statement isn’t enough—we want to hear your thoughts.”
“Are you being pressured by your agency or is this really your gamble?”
“Ji Fanxing’s song in the album is fine, but making it the lead single—isn’t that too much?”
“Ha, we’re here fighting for you, but you’re willing to promote her instead.”
“Tell us, did you make a deal with Ji Changming to break into film?”
“So much for ‘most beloved by fans’—totally fake! Top stars are all show, no substance. Better to follow Tang Song—less popular, but genuine. I’m done with you…”
No matter how much fans asked, Lu Tianyu’s account remained as silent as death. Many began to lose hope; under some instigators’ influence, a sizable number started unfollowing him.
“What do we do… Tang Song’s fans suddenly appeared out of nowhere and started bashing Laoyu!”
“Sigh, what’s going on with Laoyu? He should just come out and say something.”
Just as Lu Tianyu’s biggest fans were overwhelmed, his account finally showed signs of life.
@Lu Tianyu:
“Sorry to keep you waiting, everyone!
After a busy day, I’m finally off work and can’t wait to share with you the lead single ‘Drowning’ from my new album ‘Pure Love’ [link].
PS: Sneaking a shout-out to Midsummer Star, Ji Fanxing—you really nailed that song, almost sang me into pieces. [Real-life emoji: ya i ya i~ fainting]”