Chapter 4

After a lively and boisterous meal, Han Jin returned to the dormitory to rest, agreeing to practice with Zeng Mi again in the evening.

The TVB Acting Training Class did not provide accommodation, so for the convenience of attending classes, Han Jin and his classmates Wu Qilong and Liu Qingyun rented a room in Shek Kip Mei Village. It was only a four-mile bus ride, and it took just a few minutes to get back.

Han Jin followed the route he remembered to return to the dormitory, took out the key, and opened the door. However, he saw that it was just a room less than seven square meters in size.

The small room was crammed with a bunk bed and a folding bed. There wasn't even a wardrobe; all the clothes were stored in boxes under the bed.

The walls were plastered with posters of various celebrities: Bruce Lee, Xu Guanji, Xu Xiaofeng, Teresa Teng, Lin Qingxia... and a banner that read, "I Want to Be Famous!"

Seeing the mirror hanging by the door, Han Jin couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion and went over to take a closer look.

Although he had accepted all of Han Jin's memories in this timeline and was well aware of his appearance, he still couldn't help but be stunned when he saw himself in the mirror.

The Han Jin in the mirror was extremely handsome, especially with his almond-shaped eyes that exuded charm, likely to electrify anyone who saw them.

In his previous life, Han Jin was also very handsome, but unfortunately, a fire not only took away his family but also his appearance, making him unable to look in the mirror again.

Originally, with his creative talent, singing ability, and dancing skills, if he had debuted, he would have definitely outshone that "fake genius" Jey.

But unfortunately, the fire that disfigured him prevented his dreams from ever coming true. Now, he finally had the chance to make a comeback.

"Don't worry, I will definitely realize your dreams," Han Jin said to the Han Jin in the mirror.

...

After washing up in the public bathroom, Han Jin went to bed to rest.

He slept until six in the evening, then woke up feeling refreshed and invigorated.

At this moment, Wu Qilong and Liu Qingyun had not yet returned. Han Jin guessed they had gone to work.

Unlike Han Jin, Wu Qilong had studied stage drama during his early years in the UK and even served as a stage director. Therefore, his performance in the TVB Acting Training Class was excellent.

Liu Qingyun, although dark-skinned and not particularly handsome, often referred to as the "Black Horse Prince," had a natural talent for acting and always ranked high in exams.

Thus, they were not worried about the upcoming test and used their free time to work and earn money. Han Jin had also worked with them as a waiter in a bar but took a week off to prepare for the exam.

After washing up, Han Jin took the bus back to Broadcast Road.

Although the TVB Acting Training Class did not provide accommodation, it offered transportation allowances and meal subsidies, which was a very considerate policy for students who had little income.

When he returned to the practice room, he saw that Zeng Mi was already waiting there, looking very unhappy.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm late," Han Jin hurriedly apologized.

"Oh, it's okay, I just got here myself," Zeng Mi replied with a smile, "Goodness, you look much better now. You must have been very busy."

Han Jin smiled sheepishly. In the past few days, he had been practicing in the studio, which left him not only mentally exhausted but also unkempt. Now that Zeng Mi mentioned it, he felt quite embarrassed.

"Alright, let's not talk about it. Come, let's practice," Zeng Mi said with a smile, "Bing, I'll play the accompaniment for 'The Genius and the Idiot's Dream.' Let me know if there are any parts you still find difficult."

'The Genius and the Idiot's Dream' is a classic song from Xu Guanji's second Chinese album released in 1975, and it is also one of the insert songs in the movie 'The Genius and the Idiot.'

Because of its beautiful melody and insightful lyrics, it was very popular. Moreover, the tune was gentle and easy to sing, which is why Liu Fanggang specifically chose it for Han Jin.

Han Jin was a fan of Xu Guanji in his previous life, and 'The Genius and the Idiot's Dream' was a song he often listened to. He particularly appreciated the line, "All talents have their uses," which resonated deeply with him.

Now, as he heard Zeng Mi play 'The Genius and the Idiot's Dream,' he hummed along softly, focusing, and then sang clearly.

"People all seek dreams,

In dreams, there's no east or west,

A moment of success in the spring breeze,

The scenery is still blurry.

...

All talents have their uses,

Spread your wings and fly high, no need to dream.

...

I advise you to cherish this moment,

You will find endless joy,

Why seek dreams?"

As Han Jin sang, he gently tapped the rhythm. When he sang the line "All talents have their uses," he was particularly moved. The final line "Why seek dreams" was drawn out, leaving a lingering and unforgettable impression.

After finishing, he looked at Zeng Mi and asked with a smile, "How was it?"

Zeng Mi's eyes widened as she stared at him, her face full of surprise, "Bing, this is so difficult to sing, but you did it better than Xu Guanji's original. How did you practice?"

Han Jin immediately realized he had made a mistake. In his excitement, he had forgotten that this Han Jin was tone-deaf. Suddenly transforming from a "tone-deaf" person to a "singing god" would naturally raise suspicions.

"Really? You must be joking," Han Jin quickly said with a smile.

"No, I'm not joking. You really did sing very well. Wow, I feel like you sang better than Xu Guanji's original," Zeng Mi said, not believing herself, her eyes wide with surprise.

"If that's true, that's great. Let me sing it again, and you listen. If it's still good, I might have a chance in the test tomorrow," Han Jin said with a smile.

"Okay, you should practice it a few more times," Zeng Mi nodded.

Han Jin cleared his throat, calmed himself, and recalled how the Han Jin in his memory sang. Then he began to sing a cappella.

With his sensitivity to pitch and voice, it was easy for him to mimic someone's singing, so this time he sang just like the Han Jin in his memory.

Sure enough, after he finished, Zeng Mi's face was full of confusion, "What happened? You sang so well just now, but now you're back to being tone-deaf."

"Maybe it was just a coincidence," Han Jin thought for a moment, "I seem to remember some details from the previous performance. If you let me sing it a few more times, I might gradually find that feeling again. Maybe I can sing as well as before."

"Yes, that's a good idea," Zeng Mi nodded in agreement, "Bing, you should practice it a few more times."

Han Jin nodded and began to sing again and again. Each time, Zeng Mi pointed out the parts he needed to pay attention to, and he gradually improved each time.

Gradually, his singing became more and more beautiful, and his performance of the song became more and more perfect.

Zeng Mi's expression changed with each performance, and she no longer doubted him.

Finally, Han Jin performed the song to perfection, bringing his singing back to a normal level.

After finishing, Zeng Mi clapped her hands and said with excitement, "Bing, you did it, you did it! Wow! Amazing!"

Seeing Zeng Mi so happy for him, Han Jin couldn't help but feel moved and smiled.