Chapter 260 Bloody Hell, Who Is Lin Tian?
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Lin Tian?
Never heard that name before.
Should be from Tianchao or Korea, right?
Imai Yui couldn’t fathom why the man in front of her suddenly mentioned this person.
But she didn’t really take it to heart.
When it came to Tianchao, well, there was someone else she found more interesting right now.
Imai Yui quickly found her target, carrying the camera and headed over.
“Teacher Yao Han!”
Imai Yui called out to the man.
Yao Han turned around and saw the camera.
“Can I get an interview?”
“Sure,” Yao Han said with a smile.
Imai Yui’s face lit up, “Thanks Teacher Yao Han!”
【Oh, it’s Teacher Yao Han! He’s here again this year!】
【I actually quite like Teacher Yao Han’s piano; unfortunately, he always runs second. This must be his third time competing?】
【Don’t let Teacher Yao Han’s annual second-place finish fool you. He’s already one of the best pianists in Tianchao!】
The international fans came alive upon seeing such a recognizable figure in their interviews.
Despite Yao Han’s lack of success in international competitions, almost every world-renowned piano event invited him, showing his undeniable value.
He was the kind of player who was familiar to the audience but didn’t win much.
Yet, because of his considerable skill, he still had his fan base.
Such contestants were indeed respected for their persistence, appearing year after year.
Many also genuinely believed that Yao Han had the talent, but simply lacked the recognition due to his country’s background.
“Teacher Yao Han, how many times have you participated in the ‘Sato Sakura’ International Piano Competition this year?”
“It’s my third time.”
“What piece are you playing this time? Can you give us a hint?”
“Not yet.”
“What’s your goal for this contest?”
“If I can make it to the finals, it’ll be a victory. There are many talented pianists this time, but I hope to stay in the race as long as I can too.”
Yao Han laughed self-deprecatingly.
His optimistic attitude quickly energized the commentators in the live stream.
【No wonder he comes from the Country of Gentlemen!】
【Wow, such a good attitude! I’m liking Yao Han even more!】
【I sincerely hope he performs brilliantly!】
【But, what’s with these questions? Give us some real gossip!】
For a seasoned contestant like Yao Han,
what everyone was truly interested in were his insights on other players or the competition itself.
Similar to how no one would expect to hear sh1ro talk about his dreams and experiences;
everyone wants to know his thoughts on donk, how fun it was to win in a team with donk, and if he ever bought stickers as Ma Xi Xi does before a match…
“Is staying in the race just to get more exposure?”
“No, although it offers that too. It’s to see more incredible performances firsthand.”
Imai Yui froze for a bit, then seized the opportunity.
“Who is the performer you’re most looking forward to then, Teacher Yao Han?”
“Is it Professor Burk’s creative music, or Professor Nishikawa’s own compositions?”
Her question was quite leading.
Given it was touted as the “century’s showdown” by the media,
this query was asking Yao Han to choose between two prominent competitors—who among them will become this year’s god of the keyboard!
Usually, contestants avoid answering such questions to prevent media misrepresentation.
However, Yao Han smiled and said,
“Good question, I’ve made up my mind.”
With those words, the international fans got excited.
【It has to be Alves Burke!】
【Niskikawa too, deserves it.】
【Williams ain’t bad either when it comes to modern music.]
【?】
【Who is Lin Tian??】
Imai Yui was also stunned.
She prepared a series of friendly follow-up remarks,
but now was utterly speechless.
As a renowned host within the company known for her skills, she could not handle this.
She wanted to ask—
What??
Why again is it Lin Tian?
Who on earth is Lin Tian?!
Earlier, someone had asked her to interview a person named Lin Tian and now, Yao Han himself mentioned him.
Is she the only one who doesn’t recognize the famous pianist Lin Tian?!
This was unprecedented, career-challenging.
If she admitted she didn’t know Lin Tian, she would be out of a job!
—How could anyone trust her business acumen when she doesn’t know such a brilliant musician?!
“Great! Thank you so much for your cooperation, Teacher Yao!”
Imai Yui tried to shift the topic.
Unfathomed, Yao Han continued as if stalking,
“Given Lin Tian’s experience, winning might be tough, but I believe he’s among the strongest contenders this competition. Even if he can’t win the gold, the title of Best New Artist is surely within reach. In my opinion, among all the contestants this year, Lin Tian is the most outstanding classical pianist I’ve seen.”
“Right right, agreed”
Imai Yui nodded rapidly.
She was dizzy!
Help!
Who is this Lin Tian?!
Someone, please save me!
Imai Yui ended the interaction with Yao Han hastily
and, along with the cameraman, fled the scene like a getaway.
“.”
As Imai Yui wiped sweat from her forehead in the corner of the banquet hall,
beside her, the door opened.
Entering were footsteps from the hallway to the backstage leading to the restroom.
An extremely handsome young man walked in.
Imai Yui was immediately captivated.
Holy cow!
Unlike the other older men present, this boy was incredibly youthful but exuded significant charisma.
—Was he just a part-time waiter?
Or family to some musician? Brother or son perhaps?
If he was related, maybe an interview would be possible.
“Hello!”
Imai Yui stopped Lin Tian,
“Mind an interview?”
[End of Chapter]
