Domestic competitions have always been criticized as long as there aren't strict standards for winning or losing.
For example, piano competitions, crosstalk competitions, vocal music competitions, and talent shows: they aren't like table tennis matches, where there's a clear winner and loser at the end.
To speak generously, the heights of art can't be easily defined. One can judge from a technical standpoint or, if one is being cunning, also from the angle of emotional expression. But preferences always vary greatly, and the ultimate authority is forever in the hands of the judges.
In his past life, Ren He had read many reports about concealed manipulations, but they had nothing to do with him; he was just watching the excitement.
He didn't know if there were any behind-the-scenes dealings in this piano competition, but he was sure that Yang Xi hadn't bribed anyone—so, undoubtedly, she wouldn't win any prize...
