You’re Forcing Me to Conquer the Music Scene, Aren’t You?

Gu Ming transmigrates to a parallel world, where he receives all kinds of elite education from a young age. To avoid being saddled with an even more troublesome job arranged by his family, he joins the entertainment industry. And so, an artist with a very unusual style appears on the scene. If he can sit instead of stand, he will. If he can lie down instead of sit, he will! He also regularly delivers deadpan truths that leave those around him and his audience sweating, even as they secretly cheer him on. For example, when asked what he thinks of a rival, he gives it some serious thought before answering, “The headlines in their team’s sponsored articles aren’t original enough. They should switch marketing agencies.” To his fans: “Everyone, get some rest. Stop voting for me. It’s fine if the numbers don’t look good. My endorsement fees are enough to live on.” At a red-carpet event, the host compliments his looks. Gu Ming: “Thanks. I owe it mostly to the makeup artist and lighting crew. My own mother wouldn’t recognize me without makeup.” Host: “Gu Ming, what do you think about the widespread anxiety among young people today?” Gu Ming: “Anxiety? It’s because people want to do too many things at once and see results right away. Take your time and focus on just one or two things, and you’ll actually get there faster. Of course, doing nothing is fastest.” In an interview after winning an award: “Gu Ming, who would you most like to thank right now?” Gu Ming: “I’d like to thank myself. I’ve endured so much pressure and persevered… without making any effort.” Yet his talent is frighteningly great. Dusk, Blue Lotus, Jiangnan, Blue-and-White Porcelain, Actor, Foam… Every musical work he is “forced” to put out becomes a sensation, adored by countless fans. He is hailed as the most terrifyingly talented person in the entertainment industry. And yet he’s also the laziest. So now the entire entertainment industry has one job: Force Gu Ming to work!