You went on a blind date and presented an A-level wanted criminal as a meeting gift?

The following evening, at Tianjin Port.

This bustling port city was bathed in a hazy golden glow by the setting sun.

A magnificent, all-white luxury cruise ship, resembling a floating castle, named "Victoria," is quietly moored at a private dock. Its massive hull is brightly lit, reflecting the sunset on the horizon, creating an atmosphere of luxury and mystery.

One after another, top-of-the-line luxury cars, as if on a pilgrimage, silently drove into the restricted area of ​​the dock.

Those who stepped out of the car were all well-dressed and distinguished men and women. With solemn expressions, they passed through the heavily guarded security checkpoint and boarded the cruise ship, guided by bodyguards in black.

These people are all prominent businessmen, powerful figures, and even celebrities in certain fields in Beijing and even across the country.

But today, they all share a common identity—buyers.

A group of pitiful people who desperately want to use money to "buy life" from heaven.

Lin Chen, with Bai Zixuan's pale yet handsome face, wearing a well-tailored Armani suit, stepped out of a taxi.

In his hand, he held an invitation made of pure black metal that he had taken from Bai Zixuan, with a twisted character "长" (long) stamped on it in gold foil.

This is a top-level invitation, signifying his identity as a "headhunter".

"Sir, please show me your invitation."

At the entrance, two burly bodyguards in black, as thick as iron towers, blocked his way. Their eyes, sharp as eagles, scanned him up and down as if trying to see right through him.

Lin Chen remained unmoved, lazily handing over the black invitation, his face still bearing the weariness and impatience of Bai Zixuan, still hungover.

The bodyguard scanned the invitation on a sophisticated instrument. A green light beeped, and Bai Zixuan's detailed information and photo appeared on the instrument's screen.

The bodyguard carefully compared Lin Chen's face to his own, and after confirming it was correct via iris scan, he respectfully stepped aside and bowed, saying:

"Mr. Bai, welcome aboard."

Lin Chen didn't even glance at them, and walked straight up the gangway.

[God-level Insight] Unlocked!

From the very first second he stepped onto this ship, Lin Chen's brain had already transformed into a high-speed supercomputer.

He took in everything: the ship's security layout, the locations of hidden cameras, the bodyguards' patrol routes and shift changes, even the sources of different perfume scents in the air and the approximate location of the owner... and quickly built a complete three-dimensional model in his mind.

He discovered that the ship's security was outwardly lax but inwardly extremely tight to an absurd degree.

The bodyguards on the surface are just a facade. In those unseen corners, there are at least thirty sentries, all armed, including snipers!

It seems that this "Longevity Club" is indeed a well-organized criminal group.

Lin Chen walked through the magnificent corridor and entered the banquet hall on the third floor of the cruise ship.

Inside the hall, elegantly dressed people mingled, and glasses clinked in a lively atmosphere.

Melodious classical music flowed through the air. Everyone wore various gorgeous masks, maintaining their last shred of dignity, and chatted in hushed tones, as if attending a masquerade ball of high society.

As soon as Lin Chen entered the hall, before he could even find a corner to observe, a seductive figure walked straight towards him.

She was a woman in her early thirties, dressed in a fiery red, high-slit evening gown. She had a stunning figure, a captivating face, and slightly upturned, almond-shaped eyes with a small beauty mark under each eye. Her lips were painted a vibrant, deep red, making her resemble a thorny, poisonous rose.

She wasn't wearing a mask because she didn't need to here.

She is one of the managers of this "hunting game," a core executive of the club, codenamed "Viper."

"Young Master Bai, you've finally arrived! I thought you were so captivated by the girls in Beijing that you couldn't walk straight."

The viper walked up to Lin Chen, and a strong perfume scent wafted over him. She looked Lin Chen up and down, her eyes like those of a real viper, scrutinizing and probing, as if she wanted to see through him inside and out.

"I heard you got into a fight at the bar last night and got beaten up?"

The venomous snake held a glass of red wine, swirling it gently, and asked with a half-smile.

"You didn't miss tonight's opening performance, did you? The organization is really looking forward to your 'work'."

coming!

Lin Chen felt a chill run down his spine, knowing that this was a test from the other party.

Bai Zixuan was beaten so badly last night that his hand was broken. Although the matter was suppressed, given the power of the "Longevity Club," it's impossible that they didn't know about it.

He activated his [God-level Micro-expression Control], perfectly mimicking Bai Zixuan's arrogant demeanor—a mixture of guilt and pride—after someone had touched a raw nerve.

He feigned disdain, curling his lip and scoffing:

"A few clueless thugs, do you think they're worthy to fight me? Sister Snake, you underestimate me."

He flexed his "undamaged" right hand, a frivolous smile spreading across his face.

"As for the performance? Of course, no problem! It would be my honor, Bai Zixuan, to entertain all the distinguished guests here."

The viper's sharp eyes lingered on his face for several seconds, seemingly trying to determine the truthfulness of his words.

Finally, she nodded, a slight smile playing on her red lips.

"That's good. Don't let the organization down."

Lin Chen didn't say anything more, but simply raised his glass to her and walked straight to the expensive Steinway grand piano in the center of the hall.

He took off his suit jacket, casually handed it to the waiter next to him, and then sat down gracefully at the piano.

In that instant, all eyes in the hall were focused on him.

Lin Chen took a deep breath and gently placed his hands on the black and white piano keys.

[God-level vocal proficiency]!

[God-level music theory mastery]!

Two god-level skills activated simultaneously!

At that moment, Lin Chen's entire demeanor underwent a dramatic change.

If he was still playing the role of a frivolous and arrogant Bai Zixuan before, then the moment his fingers touched the piano keys, he transformed into an emperor who wielded the notes!

He didn't start playing immediately; he simply closed his eyes and quietly felt the music.

Impatient murmurs began to rise in the hall.

"What the hell? Wasn't there supposed to be an opening performance?"

"Is this pretty boy any good? He's so slow and hesitant."

The venomous snake's brow furrowed slightly.

However, in the very next second!

Lin Chen's eyes snapped open!

His hands moved across the piano keys, creating two dazzling afterimages!

"bite--!"

A clear, bright note, like the tolling of a church bell, suddenly rang out!

Immediately afterwards, a series of rapid, magnificent, and stormy melodies poured out!

Liszt, Etude S.141 – The Bell!

This is a world-class masterpiece known for its virtuosity and high difficulty, and is hailed as the pinnacle work of the "Piano Demon King" Liszt!

Under Lin Chen's guidance, this piece of music was given a completely new life!

His left hand, steady and powerful, like a heavy pendulum, played a deep and far-reaching harmony.

His right hand moved with lightning speed, playing a series of clear and melodious vibrato and cadenzas in the extremely high register at an unbelievable speed!

Fast! Too fast!

Everyone was stunned by the sudden burst of music, which was full of extreme tension!

The guests who had been whispering earlier fell silent, their mouths agape as they stared in disbelief at the man who seemed to be dancing with the gods at the piano!

For the first time, an incredulous shock appeared in the snake's beautiful eyes!

She had heard the real Bai Zixuan play the zither before. Although his technique was good, it was too contrived and lacked the soul and vitality that she felt before her!

This...this really is Bai Zixuan?

When did his piano skills become so terrifying?!

Lin Chen was completely immersed in his own world. His body swayed gently to the rhythm of the music, and every note seemed to be infused with his soul, sometimes like a flowing mountain stream, sometimes like a raging storm, and sometimes like the whispers between lovers...

His perfect finger technique, unparalleled control of rhythm, and the kingly aura that emanated from his very bones completely captivated everyone present!

This is no longer playing the piano; this is creating a world!

As the music ended and the last note slowly faded into the air, the entire hall remained deathly silent.

Everyone was still immersed in the ultimate auditory feast they had just experienced, unable to extricate themselves.

Until a few seconds later.

"Slap! Slap! Slap!"

I don't know who was the first to react, but they started clapping.

Immediately following, thunderous applause erupted and lasted for a long time!

Everyone stood up and paid tribute to this unknown "piano master" in the most enthusiastic way!

As Viper watched the man slowly rise amidst the applause, a lazy yet charming smile on his face, the last trace of doubt in his eyes vanished completely.

No, he plays ten times better than the real Bai Zixuan, no, a hundred times better!

This is exactly the kind of genius the organization needs—one with the most outstanding "artistic talent"!

She nodded in satisfaction, walked gracefully over, leaned close to Lin Chen's ear, and whispered in a voice only the two of them could hear:

"You played well."

"Come with me, the real dinner is about to begin."

Lin Chen's lips curled up slightly, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

He knew he had successfully infiltrated the enemy's heart.