Chapter 236: Preparations for Departure to Tokyo!
“Tokyo doesn’t even have a sea! We could’ve gone to another city!” Lin Tian grumbled.
“Ah~ Then let’s make a quick stop along the way!”
“We’re going for a competition, not for a vacation!”
“It’s been such a long time since I went out. And I haven’t been to the beach in ages. Just a quick trip, come on!”
Gan Yan Yu’s voice trailed off, sounding a bit sheepish.
“Strange,” Lin Tian replied with a hint of fear.
“Little Gan Classmate, did my calling you ‘classmate’ really unleash your playful side like a typical student?”
Back in the day, where would he find a Teacher Gan willing to beg him to take her out for fun?
No wonder people say you’ve got to pamper girls.
Just a change in title and her human side popped up!
Lin Tian started to miss the workaholic version of Gan Yan Yu. The most she ever pouted was to get him to take her out for desserts.
Hearing Lin Tian’s remarks, Gan Yan Yu on the other end of the line clearly didn’t catch on.
After a lengthy silence of three seconds…
Gan Yan Yu suddenly switched to a serious tone: “But Lin Tian, we planned this week in advance, right? Isn’t that the whole point?”
“…”
Lin Tian choked on his words.
Indeed, this was also He Zhi Chen’s idea.
This time, He Zhi Chen would accompany Lin Tian and Gan Yan Yu as their manager.
Leaving for Japan a full seven days early was He Zhi Chen’s plan. He was covering the costs, saying it was a company trip, allowing them to have a few days of fun before the competition.
Only He Zhi Chen, Pu Yi Dan, and the old chairman knew about this little scheme. They were just giving them a break under the table.
And why not?
The recent duo of Moonlight and Cat were driving everyone at Le Yun nearly insane.
Not to mention in Qingjiang, the prestige of winning the Parrot Zither Cup is quite a big deal for a local music agency like Le Yun. Over the last two months, Lin Tian and Gan Yan Yu’s new albums have shattered classical music sales records.
With such a high output and such dazzling sales… it makes you wonder how far ahead they are compared to other musicians in the company.
“Moonlight and Cat Studio” deserved all that praise, no doubt.
As their manager, He Zhi Chen also basked in that glory, managing to snag more than half a month’s worth of paid time off.
However, before they set out, He Zhi Chen did let them know.
This time, besides “Moonlight and Cat,” there would be another singer from Le Yun joining them for a different performance in Tokyo.
Rumor has it, she’s a rising star.
But Lin Tian didn’t recognize her, nor did Gan Yan Yu, who was focused only on the music world.
Xu Yong claimed he knew her, and he even said he had made a move on her once, but the truth of that seemed questionable—there must have been more than one.
Upon first hearing about her, Lin Tian learned that this girl held a notable position in the industry; she was basically a seasoned veteran who had started as a child star.
Of course, being in showbiz, her popularity and recognition were bound to be much greater than that of musicians like Lin Tian and Gan Yan Yu.
The singer’s team had already arrived, but she was delayed by some last-minute issues and would be escorted there by He Zhi Chen.
Lin Tian had little feeling about this fellow traveler.
He heard from He Zhi Chen that this girl was kind of a big deal, flaunting the characteristic arrogance of a child star.
But since they were only traveling together, Lin Tian figured they’d all have their own things to do once they hit Tokyo, so it didn’t matter much to him.
“…”
“Should I even bring a swimsuit?”
The topic returned to Gan Yan Yu’s serious inquiry.
“Just pack it,” Lin Tian replied, not wanting to extinguish her excitement.
“First tell me if we’re hitting the beach. If we are, I’ll bring it; if not, it stays home.”
Gan Yan Yu’s tone was unexpectedly stern.
“Take it with you; I’m not even sure if we’re going or not.”
Lin Tian tried to be diplomatic.
“Then I won’t take it.”
“Bang—”
Right as she said that, the sound of a suitcase closing came through the phone.
“Wait!”
Lin Tian quickly called Gan Yan Yu back.
“What’s up?”
“…”
Lin Tian hesitated a moment.
“Fine, bring it!”
“Okay~”
The young woman replied cheerfully before hanging up.
This girl…
Lin Tian rubbed his forehead, feeling completely at her mercy!
His initial hesitation had nothing to do with wanting to see Teacher Gan’s swimsuit.
It was just that, on paper, they were still strictly “partners.”
Eye candy, but hands off.
This silly girl was practically teasing him into committing a crime!
For an 18-year-old, bl**d-pumping high school boy with the spirit of a legendary dragon, that was quite cruel.
“…”
“Eh, let’s just deal with it when the time comes.”
Lin Tian resolved to stop thinking about it and started packing his own bags.
For him, this was his first time abroad, and there was quite a bit to prepare.
Tokyo in February was still chilly, so he’d need to pack extra clothes.
He might also need to do some impromptu composing, so he’d better bring his computer.
Vlog?
What if fans might want to see this?
Bringing the camera along for an episode wouldn’t be a bad idea.
While organizing his camera, Lin Tian realized he’d never taken it out before and hadn’t bought a spare battery yet.
He’d have to pick one up before heading to the airport the next day.
The next morning…
In order to buy the battery, Lin Tian left early while Teacher Gan was still getting ready.
You know how girls are; they always take their time before heading out.
After getting his stuff, Lin Tian headed to the airport first.
Qingzhou International Airport.
February in Qingzhou was still quite unforgiving. While single-digit temperatures may not be as extreme as up north, when that chilly wind hits your face, it feels like a kn*fe cutting through.
“Hey, hey, look over there!”
“Whoa, totally epic!”
“So pretty… and kind of familiar.”
“Wow, could it be Wei Xiao Xiao? It really looks like her!”
“…”
At the airport entrance, a stream of travelers maneuvered their wheeled luggage about.
Even with the frigid weather, people occasionally paused to gawk at a near poster.
A girl swathed in a white coat, denim pants, and knee-high boots wearing sunglasses stood beside a man.
She was simply dazzling with her exquisite face and prominent nose; she looked nothing like an ordinary person. Almost everyone passing by couldn’t help but steal a second glance.
If not for the intimidating-looking guy standing next to her, resembling a bodyguard, some admirers would have already tried to chat her up.
The girl lifted her sunglasses, casting an annoyed glance at the man.
“He Zhi Chen, it’s almost nine! Why aren’t Moonlight and Cat here yet?”
“It’s normal for high school students. They’re not used to going out and take a little longer to get ready,” He Zhi Chen breathed into his palms.
“Huh? High school students?!”
Wei Xiao Xiao removed her sunglasses, revealing a shocked expression.
(End of Chapter)
