Breakup at the Start: A Song That Makes Him a Legend, and the School Beauty Pursues Him

He simply nodded to Brother Qi and took his seat.

Qi Ge, however, seemed oblivious to the other person's sour face, and was very attentive: "To treat you, I've ordered quite a few good dishes today. The food here is all quite good, especially this red wine, it's Romanée-Conti 1974! It's very expensive per bottle, you must try it!"

Without waiting for a response, Brother Qi fawned over the person and poured them a drink.

Qin Shou raised an eyebrow slightly.

It's no wonder that Brother Qi was so obsequious, after all, the person in front of him was Xu Lai, a world-renowned composer.

Xu Lai was born into a family of pianists. He was a promising young man who was able to play the piano in the Vienna Golden Hall. Later, he crossed over to become a composer and was just as successful, creating many popular works for international blockbusters.

It is said that many companies are lining up to have him write songs, but talented people are inevitably arrogant.

They either find it too worldly or not sophisticated enough, and keep turning people away.

Xu Lai wasn't acting like a big shot; he really was. It was normal for others to look at him with disdain.

Brother Qi is quite capable; he actually managed to invite Xu Lai.

Despite being met with indifference, Brother Qi still tried to curry favor with Xu Lai: "Master Xu, my family's chain of milk tea shops needs a theme song. Could you please help us write one? The price is negotiable, as long as it's catchy."

Xu Lai clearly didn't like Qi Ge, and said coldly and seriously, "I came to meet you because your father was my schoolmate. But I just wanted to catch up with an old friend. I didn't expect your father to be gone. Now my works are all artistic creations and I don't want to use them for any commercial purposes."

Qi Ge's face was very grim: "My father is currently abroad, so he can't meet with you. But I can represent him. Artistic creation is a good thing, but wouldn't it be better to use it commercially to make more money and have a wider reach?"

"That would go against my original intention." Xu Lai said dismissively, but Qi Ge stopped him as he was about to get up.

"Sit down a little longer. We can talk about life, not work!" Brother Qi said anxiously.

Joanna, not wanting to be looked down upon by Qi Ge, immediately stepped in to help him, urging, "That's right! Don't leave. You've come all this way, at least have a meal!"

Xu Lai, however, showed no intention of lingering.

Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly heard a particularly melodious piano sound.

Xu Lai instantly got goosebumps.

He immediately looked in the direction of the sound.

There, in front of a piano not far away, sat a handsome young man.

The other person had striking eyebrows and dark eyes, exuding confidence and charisma. He held his handsome chin high, his back straight, and his beautiful, slender fingers played the piano flawlessly without the slightest hesitation.

"The Memories of Don Juan?" Xu Lai gasped.

You should know that this boy played so beautifully and fluently without using sheet music.

It's just too difficult.

This is one of the world's ten most difficult pieces of music; even I might not be able to master it.

I've been playing the piano for decades, and I still found this piece quite difficult, which shows how skilled the other person is.

Xu Lai nodded appreciatively.

Qi Ge, on the other hand, was gritting his teeth.

Why did Qin Shou go up there to show off his power?

Joanna was completely shocked.

She rubbed her eyes back and forth, thinking she was seeing things.

But the radiant young man on the stage was clearly Qin Shou, the one she had abandoned.

When did he learn to play the piano?

Moreover, the way he plays the piano is captivating, just like a handsome prince on a white horse.

With his straight nose, beautiful thin lips, and captivating charm when playing the piano, not to mention that Qin Shou's piano playing was also incredibly beautiful!

Why had she never seen this side of him before?

Joanna's heart was pounding.

She felt she had to look up to see him.

He is radiating light and warmth, yet he is so far, far away from me.

Lu Mengyao gazed at Qin Shou with pride.

She was also surprised, not expecting that his extraordinary piano skills were no less impressive than his singing.

Qin Shou played with such abandon that the melody was so perfect that one wanted to hear it again and again.

Lu Mengyao was very proud.

Qin Shou is truly outstanding. Everyone envies her for finding such a treasure, but only Lu Mengyao is grateful that Qin Shou chose her. If Qin Shou were with anyone, he would be an ace in the hole, and anyone else would definitely lose.

While others marveled at the exquisite and superb music, Qin Shou also became engrossed in it.

The system wasn't lying; the piano skills it gave him were truly amazing.

This transformed him, a complete novice who had never learned piano before, into a master in an instant.

Qin Shou was called upon to fill in for the musician who had diarrhea.

He happened to want to see how advanced the skill was, and it was truly amazing. When he put his hands on it, he would unconsciously start playing, and the sheet music would even appear in his mind.

Qin Shou could play it instinctively.

System is awesome!

Qin Shou's lips curled up.

After he finished speaking, the audience erupted in thunderous applause, which was incredibly enthusiastic.

After Qin Shou bowed, just as he was about to walk down, a figure rushed up to him.

"Hello, I'm Xu Lai."

A business card was already handed to Qin Shou.

The other party's enthusiastic gesture was beyond Qin Shou's expectations.

Especially the other person's gaze, which was particularly intense, completely different from their aloof demeanor just moments before.

This left Qi Ge, who had just been praising Xu Lai, dumbfounded.

He watched as Xu Lai moved with incredible speed, leaping right up to Qin Shou in an instant.

This is completely different from before.

Xu Lai's initiative also surprised Qin Shou.

After all, Xu Lai is such a big-name composer, and now he's actually taking the initiative to get to know her.

"You're so talented! How long have you been playing the piano? Can you be my apprentice?" Xu Lai thought to himself, his voice filled with a strong desire to succeed. He knew he would regret it for the rest of his life if he missed out on Qin Shou.

"Huh?" Qin Shou was also dumbfounded.

Are there any who immediately want to take on apprentices?

"It may be a bit abrupt, but I will definitely teach you everything I know in my life, and I will definitely make you stand out and become famous! I believe that in less than half a year, oh, less than a month, you will be able to perform as the chairman in an international concert hall, and you will also be well-known all over the world!" Xu Lai's eyes were bright.

"Agree quickly!" Lu Mengyao reminded Qin Shou after hearing Xu Lai's words.

This was like a windfall; countless people wanted to become Xu Lai's apprentice, offering gifts and trying to curry favor, but to no avail, as Xu Lai was extremely picky. However, Xu Lai was too famous; anyone he personally trained would undoubtedly become a world-renowned and revered artist.

If Qin Shou debuts, the label of being Xu Lai's apprentice will be a huge boost. Xu Lai will obviously be there to help him, making his acting career even smoother.

Qi Ge was completely dumbfounded.

Xu Lai never accepted disciples. After all, Xu Lai was so famous and arrogant, so it was understandable that he had a bit of a strange temper. But no one expected that Xu Lai would now make an exception and accept a disciple, and that he would be looking for Qin Shou!

She was so resolute when she rejected me just now, but now she's being incredibly attentive to Qin Shou.

He was also very surprised that Qin Shou played so well. Although he had some skills, he was too lucky to have caught Xu Lai's eye.

Joanna's heart sank.

She never expected that Qin Shou would be appreciated by Xu Lai.

If you really become his apprentice, you'll become famous in no time.

After all, Xu Lai is a big shot with extensive connections and resources, and people in the industry all respect him.

How come Qin Shou seems to have become so powerful after I broke up with him?

First, he was noticed by Hong Ran, then he was pursued by the school beauty, and now he has superb piano skills and has even caught the eye of Xu Lai, who wants to take him on as a student?

Any one of these is unimaginable for an ordinary person.

After all, not everyone gets to experience something so fortunate.

This made Joanna feel even more regretful.

Why did she have to break up with Qin Shou? If she knew Qin Shou was having such a smooth life, what was the point of her doing this?

Qin Shou has really become famous. She can even make Qin Shou her personal stash of money. Whatever she wants to buy, he will definitely buy it for her.

In the future, buying a house and a car will not be a problem for Qin Shou. He might even do better than Brother Qi.

Qi Ge is quite generous to himself, but extremely stingy with her.

In the end, she got nothing.

Rather...

Joanna touched her belly.

It had already conceived a little life.

Even if she wanted to back out, it was too late.

Joanna realized that she had really squandered a winning hand; every time she thought she was going to win, she ended up losing.

While Joanna was filled with regret, she heard Qin Shou calmly say—

P.S.: I'm sending New Year's greetings today, and this is what I'm writing on the sofa. It's so tedious, but please bear with it.