WALK THROUGH WALLS

SIXTY NINE

"Welcome everyone to today's performance. I know most of you don't know me. I am JJ (LIN- the audience shouted), Oh, I guess people know me. I am from China and am very humbled to be here with you." JJ said and then looked at the lady next to him

"I didn't know that you are also famous here in South Korea Brother Lin. I am humbled. Hi everyone. I am (Mian Zi - the audience shouted.), oh, I guess we don't need any introduction." Mian said as she looked at JJ

"I think that is why we were just directed to stage, because they already know us Sister Mian. I am glad to come and join you all here in Seoul. I know with the Corona pandemic being experienced in the world now, the contestants are here but also worried about their families and this is why today it will be a special day." JJ said.

"Sssshhh Bro, it was supposed to be a surprise remember?" Mian reminded JJ

"Oh, sorry Mr. Director, I guess I am not that trustworthy. I was excited that they know me that's why ... oh, let me shut up before I talk about the many gifts the contestants will be receiving when they manage to win...."JJ said

"Hahahahahaha, Brother JJ that is not a secret. The contestants know, I that right? (Right) ok then, we would just like to remind you as we also acknowledge all our sponsors for the program and also the team that is working around the clock to make this happen."

"The contestants will the presenting CHINESE BALLAD with a twist of KOREAN BALLADS from K-pop groups with members from China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. Sister, this is interesting to see."

"I believe so brother and there is a very special story behind the task of today"

"Is that so? I guess we will not only be emcees but also story tellers today sister Mian."

"That is true. Anyway, we have to introduce the judges"

"Yes, our distinguished judges that have the worst luck of judging these talented youngsters. I really don't wish to be on that table really... anyway, we will follow the rule of ladies first. I think everyone know her"

"BLACK PINK IN YOUR AREA. We have Jennie in the house. She is a resident judge. Next to her is Mark Tuan of GOT7. In the middle we have Lu Han, a well-known name in the filming and music industry. Brother Lu Han, I know you know some Korean so I think you will be perfect for the job today. Next to him we have Jackson Wang..."

"Dear sister, it is THE JACKSON WANG!" this made the audience laugh. I guess everyone in this industry know Jackson pretty well.

"Oh, thank you for that THE JACKSON WANG, I hope you will not hold it against me Brother Jackson... And the last judge for today is none other than Lucas of NCT. Judges, we have very energetic performance for you today" Mian said.

"And stories left, right and center so we hope you will not get bored. The lineup is as displayed on the background screen, thirteen powerful performance with the last being a special team with a story behind it." JJ said

"Before we start our performance, can one of the judges tell us your expectations from the contestants because they are all ears to hear from you?" Mian said

It was judge Lu Han who was given the opportunity to talk.

"Hello everyone. I am every humbled to be here with you people and help you in your journey to make your dreams come true. I know you started together and as you move on, others have been eliminated so you being here means that you have got the talent that this competition is looking for so don't look down on yourself. For this Ballad competition and underline the Chinese ballad, it is all about the instrumental skills, voice projection and how you unify Korean and Chinese music together. Emotional expression should be your ace card that you bring to the stage. Be confident and all will be well. Good luck to you all and May the best team win. Thank you." The audience applauded for Lu Han as he sat down. The other judges just looked at him and greeted him.