Chapter 417 She’s Here (3k)
“Okay.”
A faint female voice echoed through the hall. Although not loud, it was filled with confidence. Almost everyone’s gaze turned to Bai Zhi, and they were more or less surprised by her calmness.
Lin Mei was particularly perplexed. She turned to look, only to find Bai Zhi smiling happily. Then, she placed her hand, which was emitting a white glow, on Bai Zhi’s arm and transmitted a message: “This is too irrational. Although that young master is annoying, he is the child of a high-ranking official from Dragon Country. Our identities can’t withstand scrutiny, especially since you are involved with matters in Magic City.”
Evidently, she also believed that this bet was destined to be lost, and a confrontation would inevitably ensue. After all, if Bai Zhi’s partner were truly present, why hadn’t they appeared yet?
It seemed unfair to pit a weak woman against an arrogant young master.
“Don’t worry, we won’t lose.”
Bai Zhi glanced at her, her smile unwavering. Her gaze remained calmly fixed ahead, as if waiting for something to appear.
Lin Mei’s lips twitched, about to say something.
“Haha, Little White, you’re quite interesting.”
At this moment, Li Ziwei, standing on the stage, heard Bai Zhi’s words and burst into laughter. He handed the microphone back to the host and casually said, “Let’s start the performance.”
The host looked up at Li Ziwei, swallowed, and waved his hand, putting on a professional smile.
“The concert officially begins. Everyone, please look up!”
As his voice rang out, the ceiling above the stage suddenly blurred, revealing the bright moonlight and faint frost, and the romantic atmosphere on the entire stage reached its peak.
“Everyone, please be quiet.”
Just as the romantic atmosphere reached its zenith, the host suddenly smiled and gestured downwards with his hand, then cleared a space to the right before spreading his hands and announcing loudly,
“Now, we cordially invite everyone’s long-awaited superstar – Miss Li Na!”
Following the host’s announcement, a white frost began to appear, and dewdrops seemed to condense around the stage. A beautiful young girl stepped out from the frost. Her blue Western-style dance dress seemed to add a touch of charm to her, making her resemble a stunning Western songstress.
“Miss Li Na!”
As the girl appeared, the atmosphere erupted like a brewing Mount Fuji, and deafening cheers soared into the sky. After all, many people had come specifically to hear Li Na sing.
Li Na’s gaze gently swept over the ecstatic fans below. She appeared proud, like a princess inspecting her troops. After a moment, she unhurriedly walked to the piano, placed her hands on the keys, and said with a smile,
“Thank you all for coming. I am here to perform to support my brother and to offer a song of blessing to Miss Bai Zhi, whom he has longed for.”
With that, she gently pressed the piano keys. With a “Dong!” the music began to play, and a special aura surged from her fingertips, transforming into wisps of white mist that blew towards the crowd.
“This mist can actually eliminate fatigue!”
“Is this the strength of Young Master Ziwei’s sister?! It feels comparable to some internationally renowned singers.”
The moment the “big shots” in the front rows came into contact with the mist, some realized that their mental fatigue had significantly diminished. Almost everyone revealed expressions of satisfaction.
“Skills related to music truly cover the widest area; they are indeed terrifying,” the hotel owner nodded, seemingly very pleased with the traffic the Li siblings had brought to the hotel.
Amidst this external energy accompanied by wisps of mist, many were drawn into the song, as if each of them was personally experiencing the sorrow of a man’s unrequited love for the one he cherished.
However, Li Na’s external energy was limited. Other than Bai Zhi, who was deliberately targeted, it could only reach up to the third row. Yet, this was enough to shock many. Using music as a skill was something many great singers couldn’t achieve!
Li Na’s short piano piece wasn’t long, only about five or six minutes. As the song ended, she looked at Bai Zhi, whose expression was as inscrutable as water in a dry well, with a hint of surprise. She had clearly put pressure on her, yet Bai Zhi remained completely unfazed.
Could her mental power be very high? But even an ordinary Battle King level expert should have some reaction, just like the leaders in the front row, even if it was just a little.
After Li Na’s performance, the stage was filled with local dance performances. However, the audience felt like they’d just eaten heavily spiced curry and were now tasting a blander dish – neither enjoyable nor worth discarding.
For a moment, the hall was filled with the din of discussions, and no one noticed the final performer about to appear.
Wearing a dazzling princess dress, Li Na quietly emerged from backstage. Seeing people leaving, she quickly tugged on Li Ziwei’s sleeve and whispered, “Brother, don’t let the audience leave yet. If such an important figure isn’t given proper attention, they might be displeased.”
“Give all those audience members some small appetizers, don’t let them leave so quickly!”
Hearing this, Li Ziwei glanced at the stage and then waved for people to restore order. After all, if such an important figure graced him with their presence, he couldn’t afford to lose face.
Seeing the crowd, which had started to stop leaving, Li Ziwei chuckled and darted away. He had more important matters to attend to.
Soon, he arrived at Bai Zhi’s table. Perhaps due to her aloof demeanor, he noticed that only she and one other person were seated there. He then stood with one hand behind his back, in a gentlemanly fashion, and smiled at Bai Zhi, saying, “There’s probably one more performance. Your beloved probably won’t be coming for you on a seven-colored cloud…”
All eyes turned, curious about how Bai Zhi would respond to Li Ziwei’s offer of courtesy before force. Some thought she was playing hard to get, while others thought she was foolish.
No one thought she was right.
Upon hearing this, Bai Zhi cupped the warm tea in her hands, slightly raised her head to look at him, and revealed a knowing smile. She looked at the second-to-last band that had just left the stage and said softly, “How do you know she won’t come?”
Lin Mei also began to speak up for Bai Zhi. Her slender eyes narrowed, and she tapped the table with a metal pipe in her hand, saying casually, “Young master, the bet hasn’t reached its time limit yet. Are you, after making a bet with a woman, going back on your word?”
Li Ziwei’s eyes darkened. He caught a hint of mockery in Bai Zhi’s smile, as if she looked down on him. He took a deep breath and found a seat.
This woman was certainly skilled at provoking people.
Seeing Bai Zhi eagerly watching the performance on stage, Li Ziwei, for some reason, suddenly teased, “You don’t expect your partner to appear on stage, do you?”
Hearing Li Ziwei’s words, Bai Zhi a little stunned, turned her head to look at him in surprise.
Seeing Bai Zhi genuinely looking expectant, Li Ziwei felt a sense of absurdity. He then pointed at the stage, which had dimmed again, and sneered, “Do you know who that is? That’s someone who commands my respect as a Battle King, and she’s a woman. Could she be your partner?”
But to Li Ziwei’s surprise, Bai Zhi showed no sadness or disappointment. Instead, she parted her alluring, youthful lips, tilted her head towards him, and said,
“Yes, she’s here.”
As the three were talking, a flute melody suddenly erupted from the stage. Everyone looked over and saw a half-height Little Loli in an azure robe gently playing a bone flute. The melody was melodious and poignant, seeming to have a strange power of attraction.
“Who mocks others for relying on their beauty, how can they be compatible without a heart.”
“The sound of the bell is crisp, the lights are dim behind the curtain.”
“You and I, we are the most natural match.”
…
At this moment, a faint singing voice drifted from the stage. An indescribable aura began to affect the breathing and emotions of everyone around. As the music deepened, everyone’s emotions seemed to sink with it.
“You are ragged, I will paint you beautifully, walking through mountains and rivers side by side.”
The singing continued, and a figure in an azure robe and skirt slowly descended from the stage, walking towards Bai Zhi. After the frost fell from the sky, her black silk hair had inexplicably turned silver-white. The silver strands swayed in the wind, creating a strangely beautiful sight.
…
At that moment, the two looked at each other from afar. Su Jiu gently sang this ancient-style song that belonged only to a past life. The melancholic melody echoed in the concert hall. With his hands clasped, clusters of dark golden butterflies flew towards the stage.
The butterflies brought a touch of warmth, greatly mitigating the cold wind that flowed in through the open roof. Unknowingly, Su Jiu had arrived in front of Bai Zhi. As if sensing something, he looked at her belly with a dazed expression.
Why is there my aura?
Could it be…
Looking at Bai Zhi’s meager Warrior Class cultivation, Su Jiu’s nose suddenly felt a little sore. He finally sang:
“You are haggard, I will make you radiant.”
As this line ended, the singing abruptly stopped. Su Jiu’s lips moved, but he didn’t know what to say. The lines he had rehearsed in the car seemed to be all useless now.
“Sir’s singing and skills are much better than those actors! I was also somewhat captivated, but the tune is a bit too archaic and sad, not suitable for today,”
At this moment, Li Ziwei looked around. Believing Su Jiu was looking for him, he commented on his exquisite appearance but dared not harbor any improper thoughts. He clasped his hands together and said, “Please, Sir, be a witness for me and Little White. From now on, she cannot have any further contact with her partner.”
Interrupted from his thoughts, Su Jiu’s gaze fell upon Li Ziwei. His blood-red eyes seemed to carry a hint of annoyance and murderous intent, but he managed to suppress it. He merely let out a faint snort and said,
“Scram!”
