Chapter 341: Yun Mu Replaces Ji Shu

Chapter 341: Yun Mu Replaces Ji Shu

Everyone turned to the source of the voice and were startled to see that it was Yun Mu, who was wearing a veil.

Zhao Mingcheng laughed as if he had heard the funniest joke, "Teacher, can you please not cause trouble right now? You can't even see; how are you going to play the piano? Are you trying to ruin South City University's reputation?"

Yun Mu crossed her arms, "Who told you blind people can't play the piano?"

Liu Ling clenched her fists slightly, barely maintaining her composure, "There's no need for your help, Teacher. Aju and I can handle this performance."

"I'm also part of South City University, so it's not a bother. It's just a cultural performance; we don't need the CEO's help, or else others might think South City University has no one else." Yun Mu said calmly.

Ji Shu's eyes flickered, and she immediately agreed, "Exactly! This is a school, not a place for you and Yi Jue to show off your love! Besides, I can guarantee that Yun Mu won't mess up this performance. Liu Ling, don't drag her down!"

Yun Mu's level of piano playing was well known to Ji Shu. Her skills were already among the best in South City, but they paled in comparison to Yun Mu's.

Even if she couldn't see, or even if she lost an arm, she could still play music that would leave everyone in awe.

Liu Ling had worked hard to get this opportunity to perform with Yi Jue and prove their relationship. She wouldn't give it up easily, especially not to Yun Mu. She'd rather let Ji Shu take the spotlight.

"But today's performance is a competition between students. If Minnan University finds out we sent a teacher, they might not accept it."

Yun Mu sneered, "So sending Yi Jue will make them accept it?"

"Exactly!" Ji Shu agreed.

Liu Ling gritted her teeth.

"Don't worry. Just put a curtain in front of me on stage, and I'll play from the shadows. No one will realize I'm not Ji Shu, and you won't have to worry about losing the spotlight," Yun Mu said.

Liu Ling's face darkened, "I'm just worried about the criticism, not the spotlight..."

Yun Mu scoffed, "Your ulterior motives are written all over your face. Liu Ling, I advise you not to cause trouble. The coffee incident will only make things worse for everyone."

"It wasn't me with the coffee..."

Liu Ling tried to defend herself but stopped when she met Yun Mu's cold gaze.

"So it was you..."

Ji Shu wanted to rush forward and tear that woman's face apart, but Yun Mu held her back, "Go get your hand treated, or it really will scar."

Ji Shu bit her lip and left reluctantly.

Before leaving, she didn't forget to remind Yun Mu, "When you go on stage, switch the tune intentionally. Make sure she embarrasses herself!"

Yun Mu sighed, "Shut up."

...

With the curtain covering her, Yun Mu didn't change into a formal dress. After the host announced the start of the cultural performance, she was led onto the stage by a student.

At that moment, all the lights on the stage were dimmed, except for a single beam shining on the VIP seats.

Yun Mu easily spotted Yi Jue in the crowd.

No matter where he went, he was always the center of attention.

He looked indifferent, but his gaze swept across the audience behind him. The faculty and students immediately blushed and straightened their postures, hoping to catch Yi Jue's eye.

Yun Mu felt a pang in her heart.

Back in Imperial Capital, he had come to watch her performances at Imperial Capital University, supporting her.

But now, he was here to support another woman.

She hadn't planned to get involved in these petty girl fights, but seeing him there made her determined to join this opening act.

Huo Tingying, I don't believe you can forget me!

Taking a deep breath, Yun Mu placed her fingers on the piano keys, and a melodious tune filled the air.

However, it wasn't the piano piece that Ji Shu and Liu Ling had practiced. Instead, it was a piece Yun Mu had once played on the violin at Imperial Capital University.

Liu Ling's expression changed; she knew Yun Mu would cause trouble!

Fortunately, her ballet skills were strong enough to adapt to the new tune.

Principal Zhou hurriedly said, "CEO Yi, look, your girlfriend is performing. Her dance is truly beautiful. This solo dance will definitely win first place tonight."

But Yi Jue's gaze never lingered on Liu Ling.

His eyes were fixed on the silhouette behind the curtain, and his fingers trembled slightly.

This melody was so familiar.

He had heard it somewhere before!

He must have heard it somewhere before!

And the silhouette was equally familiar, as if he had etched it into his bones.

Principal Wu followed Yi Jue's gaze and cleared his throat, "The performance has just started, and we haven't seen the other acts yet. How can Principal Zhou be so sure this solo dance will win? Besides... this isn't just a solo dance. The girl playing the piano seems quite talented too. South City University truly has hidden talents!"

Indeed!

The university students present had been exposed to noble culture and had basic musical appreciation skills.

While Liu Ling's Black Swan ballet was graceful and skillful, the piano piece played by the girl behind the curtain was clearly more impressive.

Such astonishing skill is truly comparable to that of a master.

Principal Zhou said proudly, "The one playing the piano is Miss Ji Shu, the eldest daughter of the Ji family. Miss Ji's talents are well-known."

"Ah, it's the eldest daughter of the Ji family. No wonder," said Principal Wu, his jealousy growing even stronger. All the good students really do end up at South City University.

Upon hearing this, everyone was amazed.

Miss Ji's piano skills have truly improved by leaps and bounds. This piano piece completely transported us into a state of trance.

Yi Jue's brows furrowed slightly.

No, the girl behind the curtain cannot possibly be Ji Shu!

Amidst the audience's exclamations, the piano piece on stage had reached its conclusion.

Liu Ling was already exhausted from dancing and almost lost her balance and fell during the final pose.

The last note lingered in the air as Yun Mu stood up from behind the curtain and bowed together with Liu Ling.

Thunderous applause erupted, and the crowd of boys whistled loudly.

"Miss Ji, you're playing right into my heart!"

"The piano sounds so beautiful! Ji Shu, you'll always be my goddess!"

"Goddess, I love you!"

...

Liu Ling never expected the outcome to be like this.

She didn't think that after she got rid of Ji Shu, Yun Mu would step in. And Yun Mu's piano playing was actually so good!

It completely outshone her!

Principal Zhou also didn't expect that everyone would be cheering for Ji Shu.

Seeing Yi Jue's uneasy expression, he cleared his throat, trying to salvage some face for Liu Ling.

"This performance was truly amazing! Mr. Yi, I've prepared flowers for you; you can now go up and present them to your girlfriend..."

Unexpectedly, before Principal Zhou could finish, Yi Jue left his seat and headed straight toward the backstage.

Principal Wu chuckled darkly. What a failed attempt at flattery!