Arriving at a tavern, Nana declared that she wanted to have a match with Ye Shi.

Ye Shi had her bodyguard take Xiao Zhe back first, and then came over with them.

The tavern was quite crowded during the day, with most people coming out to chat and pass the time.

"How about we give a violin performance together, and the audience votes? Whoever gets the most votes wins!"

Nana, wearing sky-high heels, came up to her, raised her chin, and said smugly.

“I have no problem with anything, but I’ll only compete this time. You’re not allowed to speak rudely to my son again next time.”

"Sure."

Nana looked at Zhu Huai arrogantly and said, "Didn't you say your friend was very capable? Today I'd like to see if I, a professional violinist, can't handle her?"

Zhu Huai looked at Ye Shi with some concern, "You haven't touched music for several years. If you feel it's not right, I'll talk to Nana, and she'll understand."

"unnecessary."

Ye Shi stepped onto the stage.

Upon seeing the familiar musical instrument, a ripple stirred in her calm heart.

She gave up her musical dreams to say goodbye to the past, and now that she's revisiting them, it's also a way of saying goodbye to the past.

She picked up her violin and faced the audience, where Zhu Huai stood looking at her.

Just like when they were still in school, he would always stand in the audience waiting for her whenever she performed.

He said she was most beautiful when she performed, possessing boundless vitality, as if she was born for music.

He encouraged her to pursue music studies and become a top violinist in Asia.

But it was also because of him that her life was ruined.

The man who was a part of her youth ultimately did something she could never forgive.

“I’m also a violinist and have achieved quite a few honors. Ah Huai told me about you. You’re very talented in music. I heard that you even had the opportunity to study at a prestigious art school abroad, but unfortunately, you had a child at a young age, which delayed your path to fame…”

Nana stood beside her and spoke in a haughty and smug manner.

The audience members below the stage all turned to look, eagerly anticipating their performance.

"Is that what he told you, about my past?"

"Otherwise what?"

Ye Shi gave a soft, cold laugh and slowly raised her violin.

The familiar melody began to play, as if it were playing out the first half of her life.

She closed her eyes, and countless images from that year flashed through her mind.

"Shishi, after you graduate, let's find a secluded paradise and live a quiet life where no one can disturb us."

'Really? Where are we going?'

"I'll tell you when you get back from this international competition. I promised you I'd make sure you'd be well-fed and clothed for the rest of your life, living a happy and fulfilling life."

In the corridor of the teaching building, boys and girls dressed in neat white school uniforms leaned against the railing, chatting and laughing.

Ye Shi reached out her hand to him with a sweet smile, "Then let's pinky swear. You said you would take me to live in seclusion in a paradise. I look forward to your paradise."

He didn't make a pinky promise with her, but instead affectionately ruffled her hair. "Silly girl, I'll wait for you to come back first."

Sunlight shone on the boy and girl, casting shadows on the ground, a scene of vibrant and beautiful youth.

The promise made in our youth has ultimately become a joke!

Ye Shi opened her eyes, and the lights in front of her flickered. She took small steps and began to dance to the melody.

The violin seemed to be an integral part of her life, showcasing its fullest potential.

Zhu Huai stood below the stage watching her performance, his eyes filled with amazement.