Tian Ci’s Voice, The Whole Internet Begs Me to Write Good Songs

Luo Qingxu, a tone-deaf woman from modern Earth, is struck by a vehicle and transmigrates into the body of a penniless, disgraced singer in a parallel world called Huaxia. In this world, music and art are revered as the highest forms of cultural power, having been revitalized after a century-long global war. The original host, Luo Qingxu, was born into the prestigious Luo family, a dynasty of musical and artistic legends, yet she possessed no talent whatsoever. She was known as a useless heiress who wasted her family’s resources to pursue a singing career she was fundamentally unsuited for. She was manipulated by her so-called best friend, Bai Xuanlu, and her boyfriend, idol You Lirong, who exploited her wealth and status for their own career advancement. After discovering their betrayal and being publicly humiliated, the original host wagered her late grandfather’s priceless painting, "The Thoughts and Longings of the Mountain," in a competition called the National Style Grand Prize. When the real Luo Qingxu wakes up, she finds herself kicked out of her family home with nothing but debt and a public reputation in tatters.

Upon integrating her memories, Luo Qingxu realizes she is in grave danger. Not only is she financially ruined and socially ostracized, but she also discovers she is bound to an artificial intelligence assistant named Xiao Bi. This system imposes a brutal penalty: if her "Star Power Value," a metric based on public favorability, drops below zero, she is subjected to daily lightning strikes that, while not physically damaging, cause excruciating pain. Initially, her Star Power Value is deeply negative due to the scandals orchestrated by You Lirong and Bai Xuanlu. To survive, Luo Qingxu must rapidly accumulate positive public recognition. She immediately cuts ties with her exploitative boyfriend and friend, blocking them decisively. However, she faces a critical professional obstacle: she is a gifted music composer, having graduated top of her class in composition, but she is catastrophically tone-deaf and cannot sing. The competition requires a performance, and she has only days to prepare.

Luo Qingxu leverages her compositional skills to write a new song, "Divination," which blends traditional Chinese cultural elements with modern pop sensibilities. She recruits two unknown talents: Zhen Chang, a trainee with a suitable voice, and Tang Shijing, a highly skilled dancer. While the entertainment industry insiders dismiss her as a wealthy amateur relying on family connections, Luo Qingxu’s meticulous choreography and composition prove to be exceptional. She endures daily lightning punishments while rehearsing obsessively, driven by the need to save her grandfather’s painting and restore her family’s honor. Her agent, Fei Jiajun, initially frustrated by the host’s past recklessness, becomes a key ally, helping to manage the crisis and protect Luo Qingxu from media traps set by her enemies.

The core conflict intensifies during the National Style Grand Prize. Luo Qingxu’s rival, Bai Xinyao, is a multi-talented heir from a competing media empire and the sister of the original host’s betrayer. Their rivalry is personal and historical, stemming from childhood animosity. During the July preliminary round, Bai Xinyao delivers a flawless sword dance performance that captivates the audience and judges. Luo Qingxu’s team follows with "Divination." The performance is a striking contrast: Zhen Chang’s emotive singing and Tang Shijing’s elegant dance create a breathtaking visual and auditory experience. However, in a moment of misguided confidence, Luo Qingxu attempts to sing a cappella on stage, resulting in a hilariously terrible performance that shocks the audience and judges. Despite this comedic blunder, the overall production quality and the unique artistic vision of the song win over the crowd. The audience, amused and impressed by her eccentricity and the song’s beauty, votes heavily in her favor. Luo Qingxu wins the first episode, securing a temporary reprieve from the lightning strikes and gaining a foothold in the cutthroat entertainment world. She sets her sights on winning the entire competition to retrieve the painting and prove her worth not as a wealthy heiress, but as a legitimate creative force.