Is it hard to chase the school beauty?It doesn't matter, she still has roommates

Chapter 706 Maybach!
This is terrifying! It's a hundred times more terrifying than her first live stream in front of tens of thousands of people! This is Douyin's annual gala, broadcast live across the entire internet! Countless celebrities and industry leaders are sitting in the audience, and standing next to her are evergreen figures in the music industry!
She knew she had sung terribly; she had clearly cracked several high notes and her breath control was completely off.

The spotlight shone on her, and the blurry faces in the front row below the stage, especially the direction where Qin Luo and the powerful Teacher Ni were, made her feel like she had thorns in her back.

She didn't even dare to think about how the live stream comments would mock her.

Just then, a gentle and steady voice sounded beside her.

"Luo Xi?"

Xiao Ruoxi looked up abruptly, her heart nearly leaping out of her throat.

Liu Hua was standing in front of her with a smile, an encouraging smile on his face, showing no airs of a superstar.

"Teacher Liu... Teacher Liu!"

Xiao Ruoxi was so nervous that her tongue got tied, and she quickly bowed.

Liu Hua waved his hand, his smile friendly.

"Don't be nervous, relax. You sang well just now, you have great potential."

He noticed the girl's unease and softened his tone.

"Is this your first time on such a big stage? It's inevitable to be nervous. I can feel your understanding and dedication to this song, which is the most important thing. Techniques can be practiced, but this passion and sincerity are rare."

He patted Xiao Ruoxi on the shoulder encouragingly.

"Keep it up, young lady, I believe in you. I look forward to working with you again next time."

After speaking, he walked towards his private lounge, surrounded by his assistants.

Xiao Ruoxi stood there blankly, watching Liu Hua's tall figure disappear around the corner of the corridor, still feeling a huge, unreal dizziness.

Andy Lau… praised her? And said he looks forward to the next collaboration? It feels like a dream!
The backstage noise was like a sticky film of oil, clinging to the air.

Xiao Ruoxi leaned against the cold wall, her fingertips still trembling slightly. The warmth from Liu Hua's encouraging words had not yet dissipated when she was doused with a bucket of ice water.

"Hey, isn't this our newly crowned 'top star' Luo Xi? What are you doing hiding here all by yourself? How did it feel to have that 'heartfelt duet' with Andy Lau on stage just now? Were you so excited your legs went weak?"

A sharp, sarcastic female voice suddenly rang out, filled with undisguised malice.

Xiao Ruoxi suddenly looked up.

Two tall, slender young women with elaborate, almost deliberate makeup stood with their arms crossed in the shadows not far away.

Both of them had the typical "internet celebrity oval face," with chins so sharp they could poke someone, and wore revealing sequined miniskirts with mocking fake smiles on their faces.

Xiao Ruoxi recognized them; they were "sister flowers" livestreamers who were somewhat famous on Douyin. They relied on borderline content and hype to attract attention, and although they had more followers than her, their reputation was not good.

They clearly slipped in through some connections.

Another girl immediately chimed in, her voice even more shrill.

"Yeah, I don't know what kind of luck you had to sneak into this kind of company party? And you even sang a duet with Andy Lau? Tsk tsk, that high note you hit was so off, I was sweating bullets backstage! Were you so nervous you couldn't even find your pitch?"

She patted her chest dramatically, which drew a burst of affected laughter from her companions.

"Some people just don't have the skills, but they insist on taking on the job. They don't even know their own worth, whether they're even worthy of standing on that stage!"

The first girl rolled her eyes, her tone venomous.

"Could it be that some shady methods were used? Like... a 'deep conversation' with some high-ranking official to get this opportunity?"

Jealousy is like a venomous snake, flicking its tongue behind their carefully drawn eyeliner.

They dared not question Andy Lau, let alone touch Qin Luo's level. They could only vent all their jealousy and malice on this seemingly easiest to bully and lowest-ranking "lucky guy".

Xiao Ruoxi's mind, which had been somewhat dazed due to nervousness and the Heavenly King's encouragement, was instantly ignited by these insulting words!
She's not a pushover, she never has been! When she encounters trolls stirring up trouble during her live streams, she dares to directly confront them.

A surge of anger suddenly welled up inside him!

She suddenly straightened up, took a few steps to the two girls, and met their harsh gazes without fear.

Although he is slightly shorter, his presence is in no way inferior.

She gave a cold laugh, her voice clear and loud, filled with obvious anger.

"Whether I deserve to stand on this stage is up to Douyin officials! It's up to Teacher Liu! Who are you two 'audience members' who didn't even have invitations and sneaked in through the crack in the door to point fingers?!"

She deliberately emphasized the words "sneaked in through the crack in the door," like a precise knife that instantly punctured the other party's bluff!

The mocking smiles on the two girls' faces froze instantly, replaced by a hint of panic at being exposed.

They did get in by having an ambiguous relationship with a certain staff member. If this gets out, not only will they lose face, but that staff member will also be in trouble!

Xiao Ruoxi pressed her advantage, staring sharply at them with an undeniable force in her voice.

"What? You're not convinced? Should I go find Director Wang, who's in charge of security, or go directly to President Xia Weiwei and ask her if the names of these two 'big anchors' are on tonight's guest list? Let's see who let in these 'nobodies' who shouldn't have been here?!"

The name "Xia Weiwei" struck like a thunderbolt! As the vice president of Douyin, Xia Weiwei is someone they absolutely cannot afford to offend! If they were to investigate her, the consequences would be unimaginable!
The two girls' faces turned deathly pale instantly, their previous arrogance vanished, leaving only terror.

They exchanged a glance and both saw the panic in each other's eyes.

"No! Sister Luoxi! It's a misunderstanding! It's all a misunderstanding!"

One of them reacted quickly, immediately plastering a fawning smile on his face; his ability to change his expression was truly remarkable.

"We were just kidding! Just kidding! You sang so well! Really! You and Andy Lau are a perfect match! You have a bright future ahead of you!"

"Yeah!"

The other one also hurriedly nodded and bowed, his tone extremely humble.

"Sister Luoxi, please don't be angry! We were just being mean! We'll leave right now! We'll leave right now! Please be magnanimous and don't hold it against us!"

While offering insincere apologies and compliments, the two turned around in a panic and practically scrambled away from the corridor, their high heels clicking erratically on the floor, their backs looking utterly disheveled.

Watching them disappear around the corner, Xiao Ruoxi finally let out a long breath, and her tense shoulders relaxed.

Although I won the argument, I still feel upset and uncomfortable after being maliciously slandered like that.

She leaned against the wall, breathing slightly heavily, feeling that the air backstage was even more polluted.

"Luoxi".

A gentle and familiar voice rang out.

Xiao Ruoxi looked up and saw Xia Weiwei standing not far away, with a concerned smile on her face.

Clearly, she may have seen the second half of what just happened.

"Mr. Xia."

Xiao Ruoxi quickly stood up straight and smoothed her hair a little embarrassedly.

"Are you okay?"

Xia Weiwei walked over and patted her on the shoulder. "Don't pay attention to those boring people. Come on, I'll take you to see someone."

"see me?"

Xiao Ruoxi was stunned, somewhat bewildered. There had been just too many surprises tonight.

Xia Weiwei didn't say much, but just smiled slightly and gestured for her to follow.

The two walked through the busy backstage area, avoiding the noisy crowds, and went directly to the underground parking lot through the staff entrance.

The air in the parking lot smelled of engine oil and rubber, a stark contrast to the fragrance in the backstage area.

Rows of expensive luxury cars were parked quietly, reflecting a luxurious sheen under the lights.

With its sleek lines, the sports car, the imposing SUV, and the composed business sedan, each vehicle reflects the owner's status and wealth.

Xiao Ruoxi's gaze was involuntarily drawn to the car, a surge of envy and longing welling up within her. When would she be able to own a car like this?
In this sea of ​​luxury cars, one car stood out conspicuously, completely out of place. It was a dusty old Santana, its design so outdated it looked like a relic from the last century, its paint somewhat dull, quietly parked in an inconspicuous corner.

Xia Weiwei led Xiao Ruoxi straight to the Santana.

The car window slowly rolled down, revealing the face of a dignified and gentle middle-aged woman with exceptionally clear and bright eyes. It was Ni Ruolan.

"Teacher Ni, this is Luo Xi, Xiao Ruoxi."

Xia Weiwei introduced with a smile.

Xiao Ruoxi looked at the woman in the car and felt that she looked familiar, as if she had seen her somewhere before, but she couldn't remember who she was for a moment.

She bowed slightly, somewhat awkwardly.

"Hello, Teacher Ni."

My heart was pounding.

The lady driving the Santana was an "important person" whom General Manager Xia specially brought to meet.
Ni Ruolan's gaze fell on Xiao Ruoxi, carrying a gentle yet penetrating scrutiny.

Her gaze swept from Xiao Ruoxi’s face and figure, finally lingering for a moment at the spot where she was breathing, as if she were assessing an uncut gem.

A moment later, a kind smile appeared on her face, and her voice was as warm and gentle as jade.

"Don't be nervous, kid. I heard you and Liu Hua sing together from the audience just now."

Xiao Ruoxi's heart jumped! This Teacher Ni was actually listening from below the stage? Then her mistake just now... wasn't it all seen by her? A wave of shame washed over her.

Ni Ruolan seemed to see through her thoughts, her smile remaining gentle and encouraging.

"She sings well, has a great voice, and is a promising talent."

She changed the subject, her tone carrying a hint of regret and sincerity.

"It's a pity that he lacks systematic training and his foundation is not solid enough, which is a waste of the good talent that God gave him. His breath control, resonance, articulation, and emotional expression all have a lot of room for improvement."

Xiao Ruoxi was completely convinced by this accurate assessment, and at the same time, a glimmer of hope rose within her.

This teacher seems to really know a lot!
Looking at the light in her eyes, Ni Ruolan cut to the chase and said something that made Xiao Ruoxi almost doubt her ears.

"Kid, are you interested in learning something real from me?"

boom.!

Xiao Ruoxi felt her mind go completely blank! Learn from... learn from this teacher in front of her? This teacher, who could be personally introduced by Vice President Xia Weiwei, and who, despite driving a Santana, exudes a powerful aura?

A tremendous surprise overwhelmed her instantly, like a tidal wave!
She was so excited she could barely speak, and could only nod vigorously and repeatedly, afraid that if she hesitated even for a second, the other person would change their mind.

"Yes! Yes! I'm willing! Teacher Ni! I'm more than willing!"

Ni Ruolan was amused by her undisguised excitement, and a hint of affection flashed in her eyes.

She took a simple and elegant white business card from the car and handed it over.

"Come find me at this address tomorrow at 2 PM."

Xiao Ruoxi respectfully accepted the business card with both hands, her fingertips trembling slightly. The business card only contained the name "Ni Ruolan," an address, and a handwritten phone number.

She clutched the thin card tightly, as if it were a ticket to her dream, her voice filled with barely suppressed excitement and respect.

"Thank you, Teacher Ni! Thank you so much! I'll definitely be there on time, Master!"

Upon hearing the word "Master," Ni Ruolan nodded slightly, her smile deepening. She didn't say anything more and rolled up the car window.

The old Santana smoothly drove away from the parking lot lined with luxury cars and disappeared into the exit lights.

Even after the taillights disappeared from sight, Xiao Ruoxi remained standing there, clutching the business card tightly in her hand, feeling dizzy and as if she were walking on clouds.

Everything that's happened these past few days is too unreal! Vice President Xia Weiwei personally invited her, picked her up from the airport, arranged her hotel itinerary, and even arranged for her to share the stage with a superstar... Now, this mysterious Teacher Ni has taken the initiative to offer to take her as his apprentice? When did Xiao Ruoxi's luck become so incredible?
“President Xia…” Xiao Ruoxi couldn’t help but look at Xia Weiwei beside her, her eyes filled with doubt and inquiry.

"Why did Teacher Ni... accept me? I..." She really couldn't understand what she had done to deserve this.

Xia Weiwei maintained a polite professional smile, her eyes calm and unwavering, giving an impeccable official answer.

“Teacher Ni is a true artist who cherishes talent. She watched your live stream clips and previous works and felt that you have great potential, but you just lack guidance. After retiring, she started a training class in the hope of cultivating truly promising talents. She thinks you are worth polishing, so she is willing to personally guide you.”

This explanation is reasonable and flawless.

Although Xiao Ruoxi felt something was off, with a sense of unease like being hit by a huge pie from the sky, the immense joy and Ni Ruolan's undeniable aura made her suppress her doubts.

She nodded and didn't ask any further questions.

"Okay, I have something to take care of at the hotel."

Xia Weiwei glanced at her watch.

"And you? Are you coming back with me, or..."

"I...I want to take a walk around the neighborhood and get some fresh air."

Xiao Ruoxi quickly said.

She was overwhelmed with emotion and needed to process this huge surprise alone.

"Okay, be careful. Call me if you need anything."

Xia Weiwei gave a brief instruction and then turned to walk towards a waiting van not far away.

Xiao Ruoxi watched Xia Weiwei's car leave, let out a long sigh of relief, and paced alone at the edge of the parking lot.

The light cast a long shadow on her.

She took out the business card and looked at it carefully again, her fingertips tracing the three characters "Ni Ruolan" on it, still feeling like she was dreaming.

Just then, out of the corner of her eye, she caught a glimpse of a familiar figure bending down to get into a sleek, powerful black Maybach at the VIP exit not far away.

(End of this chapter)