48. The Internet Celebrity Who Walked the Line: Ji Fanxing

Ji Rufeng couldn’t avoid a single bit of it.

Ji Fanxing’s voice came through the loudspeaker.

Ji Rufeng returned to the classroom in pain.

At that moment, a shy-looking boy with black-rimmed glasses approached him.

“Ji Rufeng…” The boy stammered, “Your… your sister is going to livestream tonight, right? She has a lot of fans on ShakeHands, doesn’t she?”

Ji Rufeng was about to nod and boast a little, but then the boy continued, “I really love your sister Ji Fanxing’s singing! She’s amazing!”

The air seemed to freeze for a moment.

“Oh?” Ji Rufeng’s expression instantly darkened. “Who did you say?”

The boy sensed the sudden shift in atmosphere but didn’t notice anything amiss. “Ji Fanxing! She’s the winner of ‘King of All Singers!’” He even gave a thumbs up in admiration.

Ji Rufeng’s face changed immediately, and he snapped, “Get out of the way, don’t block my path!”

As he passed the classroom door, he overheard the discussions about tonight’s livestream:

“I can’t wait to see Ji Fanxing!”

“She’s like the perfect heroine straight out of a novel!”…

Each word struck his heart like a heavy blow. Ji Rufeng found the whole world absurdly ridiculous. Perfect? Ha!

Ji Fanxing’s decision sparked a storm online; people behind their keyboards shared their opinions. Some believed she was keeping up with the times, embracing the trend; others scoffed, thinking she was simply obsessed with fleeting fame.

“Humph, livestreaming? Now I’ve really seen the bottom line of so-called celebrities.” Ji Shengxue sat in a luxurious living room on a single sofa, tapping her phone and leaving such a comment on her social feed. Her mood was as refreshed as rain after a long drought. “It’s just a variety show, yet she still needs livestreams to grab attention.” Her lips curled into a smile, part mocking, part relieved.

The campus was inevitably dominated by the same topic. To Ji Rufeng, it seemed his sister’s name was now a symphony ringing in his ears—

“Have you heard? Ji Fanxing is going to livestream!”

“I know! I’m so excited! Though some fans think it’ll lower her status.”

“No way! I think it’s great she’s connecting with fans!”

He always caught fragments of their conversations as he walked by. Each time, it felt like needles pricking his youthful pride.

On the basketball court, boys sweated through intense competition, but still discussed the matter. “Hey, do you think Ji Rufeng’s sister knows how to be an influencer?” asked a muscular boy wearing a headband.

A three-point shooter teased, “Haha, maybe? Anyway, all the girls love her now.”

Someone grabbed a rebound and shouted, “Knock it off, focus!” Yet even as they soared through the air, jokes and curiosity about the future of the King of All Singers mingled with their competitive banter.

Inside the library, whispers abounded. “You’ve watched ‘King of All Singers,’ right? Ji Fanxing is basically my goddess!” murmured a quiet girl in glasses.

Her friend pushed up her own glasses and replied, “She’s really impressive…but livestreaming feels strange.”

The quiet girl propped her chin thoughtfully. “Maybe it’s another way to look at it? It makes her more approachable.”

Despite some skepticism, the school’s enthusiasm for Ji Fanxing’s livestream wasn’t dampened. On the contrary, her down-to-earth gesture made her seem even more amiable and anticipated.

As night fell, the internet was already ablaze.

Ji Shengxue, though off the stage, was still in the spotlight—countless fans flooded her livestream, sending messages of comfort.

Meanwhile, Ye Yu seized the opportunity in his own livestream to sow drama: “Oh~ Our sweet and gentle Sister Shengxue has been pushed off the stage! Tell me, is that fair?”

Discussion and debate surged through cyberspace. But as Ji Fanxing turned on her camera and began to stream, all eyes focused on her, the King of All Singers.

The camera revealed a simple yet cozy room; the heroine sat smiling on a soft cushion, fresh and elegant, dressed in a white dress. “Good evening, everyone! I’m Ji Fanxing, champion of the first season of ‘King of All Singers.’”

Viewers immediately responded, creating waves in the comment section: “Wow! The real King of All Singers!” “She’s so beautiful!” “Can’t wait to hear you sing!”

Meanwhile, in another corner, Ye Yu watched the surging viewer count with a dark gaze—no matter how hard he tried, he could never compete with someone born with a star’s aura and exceptional talent.

Facing the camera and the countless strangers behind their keyboards, Ji Fanxing felt an unprecedented sense of connection: so this is what it means to be close to fans, to share joys and sorrows—how special it truly is.

She answered every question with calm elegance and gifted her loyal fans with live performances of several songs, her sweet voice filling the air.

The livestream’s lighting was gentle, the background music soft and melodic. Ji Fanxing sat on a refined European-style bench, a giant abstract painting behind her—its vibrant colors dignified and tasteful. Her simple white dress and casually tied low ponytail gave her a refreshingly pure aura.

“Hey, everyone! I’m Ji Fanxing.” She smiled at the camera. “Tonight, let’s talk about music.”

Viewers showered her with likes and gifts; comments streamed across the screen like shooting stars: “Wow! The decor is so tasteful!” “Fanxing is stunning!” “She’s even more charming in real life!”

Gracefully accepting the guitar handed to her, Ji Fanxing tuned it, then began to play and sing “Blue and White Porcelain,” its ancient melody enchanting everyone. Her voice carried the tranquility of time and a serene composure, as if transporting listeners to a distant, peaceful riverside town in the south.

As her songs spread, the number of viewers in the livestream soared—from thousands, to tens of thousands, then to a hundred thousand… Finally, she ranked first on the ShakeHands platform.

“My God! Who could have imagined?!” Netizens marveled at the meticulous setup in Ji Fanxing’s livestream. “This isn’t just a singer performing—it’s like a private concert in an art gallery!”

Whenever Ji Fanxing finished a song, the screen would be flooded with ‘666’ and ‘Cheering for you!’ comments. “Thank you all for liking my music,” she said gently, winking at her supportive fans.

During the interactive segment, she patiently answered fan questions: “My favorite thing is reading under the warm winter sun,” “I’d like to try my hand at writing scripts in the future,” “If I could choose a superpower… hmm… maybe I’d pick stopping time.”

Seemingly ordinary yet highly individual responses drew fans in droves. “Turns out our idol is not only a great singer, but also has an artistic soul!” “Haha, stopping time? Planning some mischief?” “Tell us what you’ve been reading lately!”

Two hours later, when the livestream ended, the number of online viewers reached an unprecedented record. Before leaving the camera, Ji Fanxing smiled softly and said, “I’m so happy to spend tonight with you all. See you next time.”

After she ended the stream, praise poured across the internet. Fans were already looking forward to their next encounter with Ji Fanxing. Playful and cute, intelligent and warm—her multifaceted, vibrant persona transformed her from a bubble tea girl into the nation’s goddess.