Urban Villain: The Game of Wealth and Women

{Chapter: 51 Chi Qian comes on stage, the voting for the ensemble begins!}

"That piece is called 'Sad or Happy.' It was composed by someone else, but I wanted to play it today," Lin Yuan explained with a calm smile.

"Huh? Someone else composed it? But I can't find any information about it," Yu Shanshan exclaimed, already pulling out her phone to search for the title, but to her confusion, nothing came up.

Chi Qian, who had been silently observing the interaction, smiled softly and said nothing.

In her earlier days when she was mastering the piano, Chi Qian had practiced virtually every well-known piece and even some of the more obscure ones. If she had heard "Sad or Happy" before, she would have surely remembered it. The blend of emotions in the piece was striking, and such compositions didn't easily slip from memory.

So, even though Lin Yuan insisted the piece was written by someone else, Chi Qian had a strong feeling that the composition was his own. She believed that Lin Yuan, known for his humility, was simply downplaying his genius. It was clear to her now that he possessed an extraordinary talent.

Though Chi Qian was intrigued, she chose not to press the issue further, a decision that stemmed from a newfound admiration for him. She respected his wish to keep some things private.

[Ding! Chi Qian's impression of you has changed again! Counterattack points +200!]

[Ding! Yan Ruyue's favorability +5! Counterattack points +200!]

Two notification sounds rang in Lin Yuan's mind, indicating a significant shift in how both Chi Qian and Yan Ruyue perceived him. While he knew that Chi Qian's feelings toward him were growing warmer, he was mildly surprised by Yan Ruyue's increasing favorability as well. Lin Yuan, however, chose not to overthink it.

Meanwhile, the other performances throughout the evening felt comparatively subdued after Lin Yuan's breathtaking piano piece. Even the talented students from the Jiangbei Conservatory of Music seemed to struggle with following up his performance. It wasn't that their abilities were lacking; it was simply that Lin Yuan's musical display had left such an indelible mark that the audience couldn't fully shift their attention away from it.

As the music exhibition approached its conclusion, the energy in the room shifted, and the host took the stage with renewed enthusiasm. "Ladies and gentlemen, we've reached the grand finale of tonight's music exhibition! For the final performance, let's welcome our very own school flower—an artist whose violin skills are nothing short of perfect and have earned her admiration from experts across the violin community. Please put your hands together for the brilliant Chi Qian!"

At the mention of her name, Chi Qian appeared on stage in a breathtaking light blue evening dress, her presence radiating elegance and poise. She moved toward the center of the stage with a graceful smile, carrying her violin with both hands.

The crowd immediately erupted into applause and cheers.

Chi Qian's appearance was nothing short of mesmerizing. With her flowing hair cascading down to her waist and her stunning dress that barely exposed her wrists, she captured the full attention of everyone present. To say she looked like a goddess would be an understatement—she was a vision of divine beauty, making it impossible for anyone to look away.

"Wow!!!" The audience exclaimed, their excitement growing with each step she took toward the stage.

It was no exaggeration to say that Chi Qian's fanbase was massive. Countless people had attended this exhibition specifically to witness her performance. And now that she was on stage, the room was filled with an electric energy, with the audience eagerly anticipating her every move.

Chi Qian's evening dress was long and flowing, designed with the kind of subtle elegance that seemed to make her even more captivating. Her presence was a blend of beauty and grace, and even though the dress concealed much of her body, it only served to highlight her stunning features, drawing even more attention to her face and delicate hands as they poised to play the violin.

As Chi Qian took her place, Yan Ruyue, watching from the side, couldn't help but compare herself to Chi Qian. She felt a twinge of insecurity—an emotion she rarely allowed herself to experience. But next to Chi Qian's ethereal beauty and elegance, Yan Ruyue couldn't help but feel a sense of inferiority.

The host, clearly amused by the enthusiastic reaction, continued, "Now, for tonight's final performance, we have something special. Chi Qian will not be performing alone. One lucky performer from tonight's lineup will be selected to join her on stage for this grand finale. But the decision of who will accompany Chi Qian is entirely up to you! We're opening up voting via WeChat! Follow our official school account, and cast your vote to decide who will get the honor of sharing the stage with our brilliant goddess!"

The crowd erupted in laughter and excitement. The idea of voting for who would perform with Chi Qian was met with much enthusiasm, and everyone was eager to cast their ballots.

"Who will get the chance to accompany the goddess Chi Qian?" someone laughed. "It's obvious! It's gotta be me!"

"No way! You're not even close to being good enough! The person who will perform with her is none other than Master Lin Yuan. Who else could it be?"

"Right, right! If it's not Lin Yuan, then who else has the skills to match Chi Qian? They're the perfect match!"

"I can't wait to hear Lin Yuan play the piano again! He's already my idol after that incredible performance earlier. I'm creating multiple accounts just to vote for him."

The audience's overwhelming support for Lin Yuan was undeniable, with nearly everyone in the room rooting for him to be the one selected to perform with Chi Qian. The excitement was palpable.

But then, something unexpected happened.

"Wait, what's going on? Why isn't Master Lin Yuan listed among the voting options?"

"Yeah! What's the deal here? How could they leave him off the list?!" The confusion spread like wildfire throughout the crowd. Many fans, eagerly searching for Lin Yuan's name among the options, were left perplexed.

The unexpected absence of Lin Yuan from the voting choices left the audience in a state of shock, and they began questioning what had just happened. The excitement quickly turned into confusion and frustration as they tried to understand how this could have happened.

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