The boycott of China's Top Voice went beyond Director Zhou's expectations. He walked alone in the wind, lost and in disarray.
This incident ruined the show's reputation overnight, turning it into a target of public scorn.
"Nevermind, we'll just not film the live audience and stick to the stage!" the Director said through gritted teeth, finally coming to a decision.
This season had finally arrived at the final stage. The stage was the main focus anyway. They could just make do.
Everything was ready and the filming began.
The two participants for the finals took to the stage. Their faces were covered with tears, appearing emotional and anxious.
Holding the mic, they kept speaking a whole load of emotionally charged words to stir the heart. The cameraman had even given them the occasional close up of their tears.
All that to create an atmosphere of a strong bond of friendship being treasured, yet they were forced to compete with each other.