Chapter 2575: Twins
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Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
There was also worry in his tone, mixed with many emotions. In the end, it turned into a sigh.
“In a few days. I’ll be leaving soon.”
In comparison, Lin Shuhui’s tone was much calmer and more natural. Ling Jintian asked again, “Why didn’t you call me when you returned to Jingdu
“I was a little busy, so I didn’t have time to do so.”
“Do you still have my phone number?” Ling Jintian took out his phone. “Give me your phone number too.”
“Aunt Lin!” Qiao Weiyang saw a stranger talking to Lin Shuhui and quickly walked over.
She walked closer and held Lin Shuhui’s arm. “Aunt Lin, this is…’
“It’s an old friend of mine. It’s nothing. Don’t worry.” Lin Shuhui turned to Ling
Jintian and said, “I’m having a meal with some friends. Excuse me, President
Ling. ”
“Shuhui…” Ling Jintian obviously still had a lot to say to Lin Shuhui.
However, Lin Shuhui no longer wanted to listen. She left quickly with Qiao Weiyang.
Qiao Weiyang found it strange that Aunt Lin would lose her composure like this. However, seeing that Lin Shuhui was unwilling to mention it, Qiao Weiyang could not pursue the matter. She could only suppress it for the time being and did not ask further.
After returning to the private room, the atmosphere was still harmonious, but Lin Shuhui was obviously a little distracted.
Lu Ke guessed that she was probably tired, so he said considerately, “It’s getting late today. Why don’t we leave it at this? The dishes here are good. We can gather here next time.”
“Okay.” Brother Tang immediately stood up. Xu w.a.n.gzhi still had an audition tomorrow, so he approved of Lu Ke’s suggestion.
Lu Ke called the waiter over to pay the bill. The waiter came over and said with a smile, “h.e.l.lo, sir. Someone has already paid for your table.”
Lu Ke looked at Qiao Weiyang. “Lil Yang Yang, you promised me that it would be my treat.”
“It’s not me. Aunt Lin’s friend must have paid the bill,” Qiao Weiyang said.
Lin Shuhui had already regained her composure. She smiled and said, “I think so. In that case, we won’t stand on ceremony.”
When Lu Ke heard that, he didn’t dwell on it anymore. “Then I’ll thank you,
Mrs. Lin. How about this? I’ll drive you home.”
“We drove too,” Brother Tang said. “You don’t have to send me and w.a.n.gzhi off.’
“I drove too.”
“Then I’ll send you off, Mrs. Lin,” Lu Ke said politely.
After arranging everything, everyone said goodbye to each other.
Lu Ke sent Lin Shuhui back to the academy.
After Lin Shuhui got out of the car, she watched Lu Ke’s car drive away.
Only then did she think of calling Ling Jintian and telling him that he didn’t have to foot the bill.
There was really no need.
However, before the call could go through, Lin Shuhui subconsciously hung up when she saw his name on the phone.
She didn’t want to have anything to do with Ling Jintian anymore.
So be it, then.
The preliminary round of the Tchaikovsky Piano Compet.i.tion for both the professional and amateur groups soon began.
The preliminary round was to select the candidates from all the partic.i.p.ants in S Country who would enter the finals. It was equivalent to an elimination round.
Those who did not pa.s.s would be stopped here.
Therefore, the importance of this compet.i.tion was self-evident.
Lu Ke was ready. When he got home, he washed his hands with hot water and brought the medicine Qiao Weiyang had given him back to his room to apply it carefully.
Mrs. Lu walked in and saw that he was applying the ointment. Her att.i.tude was much better this time. “This medicine is so effective. Get the doctor to prescribe more for you next time.”
“I can’t get a prescription so often. I can only get the doctor to prescribe it when I need it,” Lu Ke said.
“This doctor is really good. If there’s a chance, invite the doctor over for dinner so that we can thank them.”
A trace of gentleness appeared in Lu Ke’s eyes. “Okay, next time.”
Because of the preliminary round, everyone was seriously preparing.
Especially Fan Dinghao and Ling Rong. Both of them were determined to pa.s.s this preliminary round.
However, Chen Yufeng was a little worried. “Xu w.a.n.gzhi is famous now, and Qiao Weiyang is a big star. If the judges are biased toward them during the real compet.i.tion, wouldn’t it be very disadvantageous to Dinghao and Rong Rong?”
Fan Yushu did have the same worry, but he still felt that it was not a problem.
“After all, the piano compet.i.tion is about professionalism. No matter what, the judges won’t be affected by the things in the entertainment industry. I think as long as Dinghao and Rong Rong focus on themselves, there shouldn’t be too much of a problem.”
Chen Yufeng could not help but worry.
In particular, Lin Shuhui’s existence made her feel like she owed her.
“Alright, Yufeng. Don’t worry too much. The preliminaries are tomorrow. Let’s get the children ready.”
The next day was the preliminaries.
At the event location, Fan Yushu brought Fan Dinghao over. Immediately, many contestants greeted them. “h.e.l.lo, Mr. Fan. Dinghao really isn’t giving us a fair chance this time.
“That’s right. Dinghao has always been the best in the music academy. With your personal guidance to boot, everyone is trembling.”
“I think Dinghao will definitely enter the finals this time.”
“Sigh, everyone, you’re flattering the boy. Dinghao has to rely on his own efforts to be on equal footing with you all,” Fan Yushu said with a smile. “Everyone, you have to show mercy.”
“Mr. Fan, you’re too humble.”
“That’s right. Dinghao is the one who has to show us mercy.”
Chen Yufeng and Ling Rong also came over in a car. In addition to the chauffeur, Ling Rong’s father, Ling Jintian, was also in the car.
Ling Jintian remained silent.
On the other hand, Ling Rong was a little excited and nervous. She said softly, “I wonder if Mr. Fan and Senior are here. Many outstanding figures from various music academies have come to attend this compet.i.tion. Looking at these names that usually only appear in textbooks, I’m a little dazzled.”
“You’re a student under Mr. Fan’s personal guidance. Are you afraid of these people?” Chen Yufeng smiled and said, “Don’t worry.”
“I’m just worried about Qiao Weiyang and Xu w.a.n.gzhi.” Ling Rong pouted.
When the car arrived, Ling Jintian wanted to accompany Ling Rong in.
When Chen Yufeng thought about how Lin Shuhui would definitely accompany Qiao Weiyang and Xu w.a.n.gzhi, she felt a little uncomfortable. She was afraid that something bad would happen if Ling Jintian and Lin Shuhui met.
She said, “Hubby, I’ll accompany Rong Rong in. You don’t have to go in.”
“Don’t you want Dad to accompany me?” Ling Rong wheedled. “It’s rare for Dad to come. Let him accompany me.”
“It’s not that I don’t want him to accompany you, but he still has something to do. Anyway, I’ll record the scene at the event location and send it to your father. Rong Rong, let your father go do his things first.”
Ling Jintian said, “Alright, my good daughter. Compete well. I’ll watch your international finals later on.’
Ling Rong could only let go of Ling Jintian’s arm..