This is a story set in a fictional era resembling Republican-era China. After being driven out of her home by her father, a divorced woman makes her way through sheer talent to become a legendary superstar.
But in this world, where everyone is obsessed with the entertainment industry, the glamorous stars all have their own stories behind the scenes. They aren't as happy as they seem.
An ensemble story told from multiple perspectives.
Part One is complete.
The Stars of Xingcheng:
Musician:
Lan Zimu, an artist from a family of scholars, gifted and proud.
Singers:
Zou Ji, a wealthy heiress who begins a legendary singing career.
Xia Tao, a poor boy who rises to become a superstar of the music scene.
Hou Yan, a country girl whose talent is recognized by someone with a discerning eye, creating a miracle in the music world.
Dancers:
Li Kang, simple-hearted, caring nothing for fame or fortune and dancing only for joy.
Gu Yong, born into poverty, cherishing everything he has ever since he became famous more than anyone else.
Actors:
Wei Jianing, a pitiful soul abandoned by the world.
Luo Le, decisive in everything, never dragging his feet.
Theme: The tragedy of ordinary people
