At 3 a.m., the landmines in front of the station

With so many people present, how come she was the only one to receive this award?

He couldn't help but whisper to his teammate, "Hey, don't you think that's weird?"

An Qing: "Hmm?"

Xiao Xiao: "She had just finished performing on stage when she teleported offstage to receive the lucky draw prize. There was almost no gap between them, and her teammates didn't even get a regular mooncake gift pack... Is that right?"

An Qing: "Something's fishy."

Xiao Xiao: "Yes, yes, I think we need to take precautions to prevent outside kittens from invading the Central Plains."

An Qing: "That makes sense. I've decided on you. Little Li Gong, go bite her to death."

"?!"

Frustrated and embarrassed to find herself tricked, she put down the synthesizer and began to attack her cat by lifting its skirt.

However, before the spell could be fully cast, Yu tide stopped him.

At this moment, Su Che, who was walking in front, glanced at Ling Yao, who was obediently following beside him, and asked:

"Where are Bai Chu and the others?"

"Ah... they were waiting for me outside. I don't know why, maybe I was just lucky this time..."

Ling Yao was extremely nervous while talking to Su Che, afraid of saying the wrong thing.

In fact, it wasn't that Yui and the others didn't want to come in, but rather that the groups that had finished performing had no reason to go backstage, so only Ling Yao could enter, that's all.

"Okay. You did very well today, and your level has improved a lot compared to before."

Su Che smiled and praised her generously, "If you continue at this pace, I believe it won't be long before you're able to stand on your own."

"!"

When has Ling Yao ever been praised like this by anyone?

Hearing him praise her, she couldn't help but breathe faster, deeply moved, and said, "That's wonderful! Senior, I... I really have been working hard so that I can stand on the stage with you again..."

She didn't say anything more, but Su Che keenly sensed her transformation and couldn't help but ask:

"Is it for further studies?"

"Ah...! This...this..."

"The two piano performances were completely different from the same person. Especially considering the very short time interval, such a dramatic change can only mean that in addition to your hard work, you also had the help of a benefactor."

Su Che, having been through it all, was very clear about every step of the guitar learning journey. In his eyes, Ling Yao's transformation was like a sparrow taking a flight, even faster than Yuan Xiao's progress, which inevitably piqued his interest.

It's important to know that ever since Yuan Xiao gained the ability to practice the piano independently, he has essentially left her to her own devices.

Although the child is young, she is surprisingly motivated to practice the piano; all I need to do is give her a good spanking every now and then.

Therefore, Su Che focused more on his other teammates and did not keep an eye on Yuan Xiao all the time.

Ling Yao, like a wild kitten, was left unattended and uncared for. In just a short time, his skills skyrocketed.

It's impossible that they didn't do anything.

"Yes... I did take courses under a certain teacher... all the tricky problems I encountered before were solved, and I also met a very, very talented senior sister who was very kind to me..."

This is a lie.

Aside from sleeping, the kitten barely gave her any attention.

Answering every question is my duty; as for the rest, I'll leave it to fate.

Su Che had heard about Miya mentioning at home that "Master has taken on a new disciple," but he couldn't connect Ling Yao's situation with Miya. After all, Miya never mentioned her name, and in Su Che's mind, she was a very marginalized figure. It was already good enough that he could recognize her.

"As long as there is a teacher to guide you, that's fine. In Tianhai, finding a reliable teacher is already a luxury."

He smiled faintly, his tone tinged with envy.

Ling Yao seemed to be deep in thought.

The two quickly arrived at the waiting room.

Since Ling Yao came to take photos alone, her teammates couldn't take them for her, so Yuan Xiao took on the task of taking photos for her, smiling as he took her phone and said:

"0101! The 'Spiral Heart' you recommended to me last time was amazing! I tested it for you, and it definitely got a good beating! You should try it next time~?"

"........."

Hearing these words, Ling Yao felt a chill run down her spine.

Actually, the hypnosis app wasn't something she found; it was provided to her by Yui, who then encouraged her to try it out.

But being a cautious person, I wouldn't be easily fooled, so I forwarded the software to Yuan Xiao, who was an online friend, under the guise of sharing it...

Unexpectedly, Yuan Xiao, despite his young age, was quite precocious and actually dared to use it on Su Che.

"I...I will try."

Ling Yao felt quite guilty, thinking that she had tricked Yuan Xiao, but Yuan Xiao was still happy to take pictures for her. This child is really good.

A thought suddenly popped into her mind again—[If only Yuan Xiao hadn't left...we might have become really good teammates...]

Making friends with birds was her dream, second only to being noticed by her seniors.

"What spiral core?"

At this moment, Gu Zhi protectively stepped in front of her younger sister, "Xiao Xiao, have you accepted another unsolicited gift from a stranger?"

"Sister, I didn't! She's a nice person, and she apologized to me sincerely before. We've already made up! Besides, I've tested Spiral Heart and confirmed it works! So you're not allowed to yell at her!"

"...Fine. Then you'll be responsible if anything goes wrong."

Gu Zhi scoffed and stopped interfering.

Ling Yao escaped unharmed and finally stood safely beside Su Che.

Time was of the essence, and Su Che had already taken his seat at the autograph table under Boss Zhang's arrangement.

According to the procedure, audience members who have paper airplanes can receive an autograph after shaking hands, and they can "choose the location of the autograph at will".

Generally speaking, ordinary people will take a piece of paper with them, sign it, and then keep it for easy reference.

Experienced fans might get their idols to sign their clothes or other merchandise, which would directly increase the value of the merchandise.

In music-related live performances, some professionals will even bring their instruments over and have their idols sign them. This not only increases the value of the instrument along with the idol's fame, but also motivates the performer to practice more in the future.

but.

Ling Yao was clearly not satisfied with this.

She didn't even bring her violin to the backstage preparation room today, clearly indicating that she didn't want him to sign it on her Schecter.

At this moment, she stood seriously in front of Su Che, extended her left hand, and waited for his large hand to grasp hers.

"Um……"

Su Che glanced at her not-too-bad-looking face, and after confirming that Yuan Xiao had started recording, he also reached out his hand and nodded:

"Ling Yao, thank you for bringing your team here today to warm up the atmosphere for us. Congratulations on being a lucky audience member and choosing me. Now, you can exercise your right to sign here. Tell me, where would you like to sign?"

On the table, the staff had already set out the signing pens, along with the matching notebooks.

But Ling Yao wasn't in a hurry; she simply gestured for him to complete the next step first.

"Can we take a photo together first, and then sign it last?"

"of course can."

Su Che didn't know why she wanted to change the order, but of course he couldn't refuse such a small thing.

"Then let's hug. Come on."

He stood up, faced her, and opened his arms.

At this moment,

Ling Yao admitted that her heart was beating too fast.

From childhood to adulthood, the person in front of me is the opposite sex I admire and yearn for the most, without exception.

From being ignored at the beginning, to silently trying to be remembered in the middle, and then to dancing on the same stage with him today and being praised by him... the journey has been like a revolving lantern, which she finds somewhat unbelievable.

If it weren't for "inspiration," would I have ended up like this today?

She wasn't sure; she just instinctively walked around the edge of the table to his side, standing on tiptoe—

They went to greet them.

Under the rather displeased gazes of the "Seven Colors" girls, she nestled into the arms of the person she liked for the first time in her life.

I was hugged tightly by the person I like.

Although, only once.

"Yuan Xiao, did you write it down?"

"Yes, yes, it's being recorded!"

Yuan Xiao was very cooperative, actually choosing the best angle to take a series of photos and videos of Ling Yao's embrace, all of which were saved on her phone. She was very kind.

Moreover, Su Che was very patient. As long as she didn't say she wanted to let go, he didn't show any impatience or urge her to release her.

Ling Yao was deeply moved.

More than 30 seconds passed before they reluctantly said they had finished enjoying their privilege.

"Thank you, senior... I... am very satisfied."

"Mmm, as long as you're satisfied."

Su Che smiled at her as if going through the motions.

"Next is signing your name. Have you decided where you'll sign it?"

Su Che picked up a black pen, removed the cap, and was ready at any moment.

Time was limited, so he needed to finish things here as soon as possible and then take his cats to his senior's teahouse for a team-building activity.

"Um……"

Ling Yao responded in a barely audible whisper, took a step forward, and, with his back to everyone present except Su Che, gently lifted his shirt—

He pleaded, "Could you sign it on my chest? I want to have your name engraved in my heart."