172. Are You Laughing?
Chapter 172: Are You Laughing?
At that moment, Lin Tian noticed a few extras sitting by the window, looking restless and often throwing excited and complicated glances his way.
”They’re here to help with the MV sh**t for Moonlight and Cat. They’re all young talents heading down the professional musician path, and they’re quite keen on being part of this.”
Noticing Lin Tian’s gaze, He Zhi Chen laughed.
Keen on being part of it, huh?
Lin Tian found it rather amusing; looks like he and Gan Yan Yu are popular among them too.
”You wanna go say hi?” asked He Zhi Chen.
”Huh?”
Lin Tian wasn’t deaf; he just didn’t get the point.
”This is the first time Moonlight will be seen by so many. It’s important to make a good impression. Starting off on the right foot can never hurt.”
”Alright, I’ll wait for Teacher Gan. They probably prefer her, right?”
”. No way!”
He Zhi Chen interrupted him, “Compared to someone as talented as Teacher Gan Yan Yu, these aspiring musicians clearly revere you more as a composer.”
”Is that so?”
That surprised Lin Tian a bit.
Maybe because he was used to blending into the background under the glow of Gan Yan Yu. It’s like he had forgotten the impact he could really have.
”These trainees practically worship you behind your back. And now they see how young and handsome you are—well, their brains must be ready to explode,” whispered He Zhi Chen to Lin Tian.
”.”
No choice but to go!
Lin Tian walked towards the group of extras.
One of the trainees, spotting Lin Tian approaching, immediately lit up and nudged those around him.
”Quick, quick, look over here!”
”Uh huh, uh huh… he’s coming this way!”
Amidst hushed whispers and looks, everyone perked up their ears and turned around to face Lin Tian.
Once Lin Tian got close enough, a red-haired girl leaped up and waved.
”Mr. Moonlight! Hey!!”
She stuttered, then glanced at him nervously.
Her perfectly made-up face immediately flushed, likely mesmerized by his unexpected charm.
”Hello.”
Lin Tian smiled modestly.
”Mr. Moonlight, I’ll do my best in the upcoming sh**t!”
Another boy stood up suddenly, even though visibly nervous, he declared,
”I’m honored to share music with you!”
”Me too!”
”Rest assured, Mr. Moonlight, you won’t regret this!”
In no time, the trainees started pledging their loyalty, eager to impress the idol before them, even without him saying anything specific.
”.”
Lin Tian found these earnest young faces quite charming.
Unlike artists beaten down by the industry, they still maintained that passion for music and respect for composers…
Only the fresh-faced trainees retained such purity. It’s so pure and energetic, chasing dreams!
That passion fades once one becomes an industry veteran.
”Let’s practice our harmony. Good luck.”
With a gesture, Lin Tian walked away.
The trainees huddled together excitedly, discussing:
”Heavens, from afar, I couldn’t tell, but Mr. Moonlight is really handsome!!”
”Heard from Brother Zhen that he’s prepping for exams.”
”The real genius composer, to be able to see him in person… what a privilege!”
The red-haired girl clasped her violin, her eyes dreamy:
”He’s handsome, with all that talent. Just now, he even smiled at me. If only I could kiss those lips, I’d let Mr. Moonlight compose a song for me!”
”Wow, you’re such a greedy one. Mr. Moonlight belongs to Cat!” another friend facepalmed.
”—”
During the scene setup,
Lin Tian returned to his piano for sound check.
As he tried, he scrunched his brow.
From yesterday’s thoughts, he had a plan — a method to beat Gan Yan Yu.
And he plans on using it during the sh**t.
But this method involves gambling, and if lost, the stakes are very high.
Maybe even his heart shattering.
Enough to swear off love, becoming like Liu Yong, the poet in music, feeding off the nightlife, and being known as the dashing music maestro to the world.
”Dong-dong-dong—”
Just then, the rhythmic clack of high heels echoed.
The back door of the café swung open.
”Sorry I’m late.”
A towering figure stepped in.
Everyone’s eyes—including Lin Tian’s, He Zhi Chen’s, and several nearby staff and trainees—turned toward the new arrival.
”.”
All eyes widened.
A plain yet beautifully dressed face, lightly touched with clear makeup, adorned by sapphire earrings.
Her raven hair flowed naturally down her back.
An elegant violet dress with a flower pinned at the waist, a delicate crystal necklace accentuating her flawless collarbone.
She stood there, exuding grace and dignity, yet adorable as a doll.
Simply beautiful.
Lin Tian admired inwardly.
Her stage aura today was less rigid, filled with confidence and approachability, especially through her slight smile.
Like meeting a date worth attending.
”Gan Teacher”
”…”
”Are you smiling?”
Lin Tian couldn’t help asking.
”Not really,” Gan Yan Yu replied with confusion.
”But there is.”
”Maybe I just remembered something happy?”
”You’ve been smiling non-stop,” said Lin Tian.
”.”
Pulling out her phone to examine the reflection, she realized, indeed, there was a faint curve to her mouth.
Her face lit up with a genuine laugh.
Realizing this, Lin Tian promptly covered his mouth.
Then, with the spontaneity of a caught moment, she pointed at Lin Tian’s face,
”You’re also smiling.”
”Really? I don’t think so.”
”Honest.”
The two met each other’s eyes, both struggling to keep a straight face. The laughter seemed contagious, though nobody knew why.
It’s so strange.
Gan Yan Yu wondered. Why does seeing Lin Tian make her want to laugh so much?
Finally, she composed herself, adjusting her expression to stop herself.
Standing up, she approached Lin Tian.
”Before we start filming—”
”Shouldn’t we try a dance together first?”
