174. Chapter 174 – Moonlight and Cat Take Center Stage, The Co-Performance Begins
“Moonlight Teacher, I’m sorry for all the trouble I caused you before!”
At the entrance of the café.
The last figure to arrive for the MV shoot had arrived.
As soon as he walked in, Zhang Dong recognized Lin Tian among the performers getting ready for scene.
“The one and only coolest guy! No doubt!”
Zhang Dong dashed over like a textbook example of Li Dakang running, his hands shaking with excitement as he gripped Lin Tian’s hand and uttered those words.
Then, he continued, deeply moved,
“Last time, I was blind not to recognize your voice. I am truly a fan of yours, actually. That day I was meant to hear your voice, but alas, you were wearing a mask, speaking all muffled.”
On the way here, Zhang Dong had rehearsed a million apologies in his head, figuring out how exactly to express them once he saw the real thing and avoid any awkwardness on set today.
But what he didn’t expect was that when he started explaining in great detail, Lin Tian just shrugged it off.
Lin Tian merely patted him on the shoulder and smiled, “No worries, just focus on shooting. We really need your violin.” Emphasizing the word “we need you.”
Zhang Dong was overwhelmed with emotion.
He had been nervous that maybe Moonlight Teacher’s words in the Bilibili updates were just for show, that he was actually harboring evil intentions all along, trying to get him there to humiliate him.
But considering Zhang Dong’s background in live streams, this kind of scheme from Moonlight was very plausible given his usual antics.
However, as soon as Zhang Dong shook hands with Moonlight and felt the warmth and confidence radiating from him…
He knew Moonlight would never pull something like that.
“Be at ease, Moonlight Teacher! I’ll definitely not disappoint your expectations!!”
**Snap snap!**
The behind-the-scenes photographer got this moment.
The “Zhang Dong Street Performance Incident” from Bilibili was finally coming to an end, symbolized by these handshake photos.
Quickly, the director came out and outlined the upcoming filming schedule to Lin Tian and Teacher Gan.
What they’d film first was the “live performance edition,” a bonus version.
They needed to show two people genuinely dancing together to a piece, not just for the effect in the MV but because it held such importance. Everyone knew fans just wanted to see lines like “Wow, Moonlight Brother looks so cool,” “Wow, Sister Cat is so beautiful.” This authenticity touched their core fans.
But even if it was a bonus version, they couldn’t slack off on the music.
Quite the opposite.
“This edition’s content will be sold as additional items with our CD,” said He Zhi Chen.
What a good idea! Definitely the work of a professional management company. Lin Tian had never imagined that.
So, they had to take this performance seriously.
How exactly did they plan to execute it?
The director roughly explained:
Lin Tian and Teacher Gan needed to initially sit among everyone else, pretending to be playing accompanying instruments for the ballroom dance. Then, shoot them dancing together later and blend the shots with editing to make it seem they were both dancing and playing.
Shooting began quickly.
The trainees who would pretend to be the ensemble musicians took their seats, feeling immensely privileged to accompany the greats — Moonlight and Cat.
“Are you nervous, Lin Tian?” asked Gan Yan Yu, poking his wrist lightly.
She noticed that despite his nonchalant nature, his body was slightly trembling now.
This was unusual.
“No, I’m just a bit excited, I guess.”
Lin Tian rubbed his hands on his thighs.
Of course he was nervous.
In a bit, he was going to attempt to overpower her.
Previously, it was Gan Yan Yu taking the lead; now, Lin Tian would switch roles, naturally feeling anxious.
It was the perfect opportunity. Unlike practice sessions, this setting was real—within a ballroom scene.
Under such atmosphere, Gan Yan Yu’s performance was bound to peak.
He worried that he might go too far, ending up being thrashed by Gan Yan Yu or having her crush him even more.
Hence Lin Tian asked,
“Gan Teacher, do you think you’re someone who is assertive in relationships?”
“What sort of question is that?”
Gan Yan Yu stared at Lin Tian dumbfounded.
“Some people act differently in life than in romance. A person might be powerful in daily life yet weak in love, or vice versa.”
“Why ask that now?”
Gan Yan Yu tilted her head curiously, more interested in this topic than his original question.
Why now? But since Lin Tian asked…
She pondered and replied,
“I guess, I can only answer after experiencing it myself…”
“Fair point.”
Lin Tian chuckled.
For Gan Yan Yu, such a profound question was quite an ask.
And drawing a parallel between music and emotions wasn’t entirely fitting either. No doubt, Gan Yan Yu was powerful in her music.
“Starting now!”
With the director’s signal.
Zhang Dong’s violin led the way.
Soon, the formally-dressed trainees activated their instruments.
A red-haired girl’s violin, two male students with accordions and cello.
With these additions, “Por una Cabeza” became richer, layering beautifully.
Despite having heard the song countless times, it was still breathtaking to watch the string quartet (two violins, one viola, a cello) come alive.
The soul of tango music emerged instantly.
“Not bad,” commented He Zhi Chen beside.
Who knew this impromptu ensemble, thrown together with some idle trainees as props for the MV, could deliver such a stunning result.
Perhaps because they understood they would be performing with the greats…
“Let’s see…”
He shifted his gaze toward Zhang Dong, holding the lead violin position.
Completely focused, Zhang Dong pulled at his strings, closing his eyes to savor it.
Indeed, a top hundred uploader… had skills!
That statement on Bilibili not only earned great online reviews but also won Lin Tian teacher an excellent violinist willing to stay by his side forever.
What a born idol.
He sighed inwardly.
When the variation came,
Lin Tian’s piano burst forth, and Gan Yan Yu started plucking the cello.
All previous performances faded away!
(End of Chapter)
