December 24, 2017
Regarding Wang Jiu's unexpected withdrawal from the competition, tens of thousands of spectators fell into a prolonged frenzy of discussion, with opinions fairly divided.
A considerable number of people believed that Wang Jiu was exceptionally talented and highly principled, unwilling to turn a ten-year grand event into a personal showcase. This group, led mainly by veteran fans like Li Chaolu and Qian Yue, resolutely opposed dissent and counteracted all deviant thoughts with the maximum force possible—sometimes even up to the point of capital punishment. They quickly banded together and organized themselves.
