Chapter 11 Did you invite my ex-boyfriend?
"Qin You!!!"
"It really is Qin You!"
Screams erupted all around, and people pulled out their phones to snap photos.
Xu Songning stepped off the stage, leaving the space to the man who had his own personal lighting.
Qin You arrived dressed in a black leather jacket over a black sleeveless vest, with broad shoulders and a narrow waist—a natural clothes hanger.
A metal buckle belt decorated with rivets is loosely draped around the waist as an ornament.
He wore a black baseball cap, and when he lifted it, his hair was messy. He casually brushed it aside, gave a handsome smile, and said, "I came in a hurry, so I don't look very good."
"nice!!!!"
"Thank you." Xu Songning mouthed the words from below the stage. Qin You's smile faded, and he sent her a WeChat message.
"Just thanking me isn't enough; you have to help me pursue her."
"Let's talk later, I'm going to find Qiaoqiao."
Xu Songning put away his phone and looked at the stage.
Once Qin You arrived, he had completely taken control of the situation. Many people who knew him gathered around him, making the stage completely packed.
"I've been quite busy lately, working on releasing a new song. I'm just filling in for you guys, you don't mind, right? I'll leave once Xiao Guang arrives," Qin You said with a slight smile.
"Don't go down!"
"Can you sing? It's been so long since I've heard you live, Brother Qin!"
"Okay, then I'll sing one of our band's new songs, 'It', for you all."
"good!!!"
The atmosphere in the room was getting really lively. Xu Songning went outside to find Zhou Qiao and asked a few waiters before learning that Zhou Qiao was making a phone call backstage.
When she arrived backstage, Zhou Qiao was already arguing with the person on the other end of the phone. She frowned and pressed the record button, just in case.
"Didn't you promise me you'd be there on time?! How could you break your promise?! Don't you have any sense of contractual obligation at all, Chu Guang?!"
"Didn't I already explain? I overslept, why are you yelling at me?"
"Me, fierce? Your fans are fiercer, aren't they? They practically want to tear me apart! Are you coming or not?" Zhou Qiao said angrily.
"I'm not coming! You were the one who begged me to come. I only overslept by a few minutes, and you're giving me attitude?! Who do you think you are?"
"you……!"
"Since there's no contract signed, I'm not giving you your money back. Get out!"
Chu Guang hung up the phone quickly. Zhou Qiao was stunned for a second. Damn it! This brat actually dared to curse at me! By the time she wanted to call back and yell at him, Chu Guang had already blocked her.
Oh no, oh no, oh no! This time it's really over!
She buried her face in Xu Songning's arms, not wanting to say a word.
Xu Songning hugged her tightly. "It's alright, it's all settled. We've hired a singer to perform, and we recorded it just now. If Chu Guang tries to turn the tables, we have evidence."
"How do we solve this? Don't try to comfort me. It's no use no matter who comes. Have they all left? Actually, it's okay if they leave. Anyway... I'll just get scolded for a while. Sigh, I'm used to it."
"What are you saying? It's really resolved. The person hasn't left; they're all listening to music." Xu Songning patted her on the back.
"Huh? Who did they invite? They're so arrogant." Zhou Qiao asked, still a little confused.
"Well..."
Before Xu Songning could speak, waves of cheers surged forth.
"Do you have my bar singer's contact information? Who did you hire? They're so popular," Zhou Qiao pressed.
Seeing that Xu Songning didn't speak, she pushed open the thick door to the backstage area, and the singing that had been blocked outside poured into her ears.
Zhou Qiao stood frozen in place, staring dumbfounded at the radiant man on the stage. She mechanically turned around and squeezed out each word through her teeth.
"Xu, Song, Ning! You brought my ex-boyfriend over here!"
Xu Songning sighed softly, "I know you're unwilling, but he is indeed the best choice."
"Then I'll go first." Zhou Qiao turned and left, almost walking with the wrong foot.
"Qiaoqiao, can't you forget him?" Xu Songning deliberately provoked her.
"How could that be! I've long forgotten about him, just like you have about Cheng Ou! Completely forgotten." Zhou Qiao stopped walking without turning around.
"Since you've forgotten, then it's alright, isn't it? I invited him, I'll handle him, you don't need to get involved, okay? Don't be angry with me." Xu Songning walked over, took her arm, and gently shook it.
“I…I’m not angry with you.” Zhou Qiao frowned, her expression conflicted. “I just don’t want to see him.”
"Then let's not see him. I'll go and chase him away in a bit. You go upstairs and rest." Xu Songning patted her shoulder. "I'll come and keep you company after he leaves."
Zhou Qiao hesitated for a moment, then nodded and turned to go upstairs.
Xu Songning pulled up a chair and sat down next to the stage. Since the boss wasn't there, she had to ask him many questions. The waiter simply came to her. She was familiar with Zhou Qiao Bar and made all the arrangements until Qin You finished singing.
Fans swarmed around Qin You, asking for his autograph, completely forgetting about Chu Guang.
But this matter must be brought to a complete end.
Xu Songning walked onto the stage, and Qin You gestured for her to have the stage, making a shushing gesture. The audience fell silent.
"I'm so sorry for the unpleasant experience. Chu Guang was unable to attend due to a sudden illness, which was completely unexpected. I'm also very grateful to Qin You for stepping in and making sure everyone's trip wasn't in vain. As you leave, you can pick up a bouquet of roses at the entrance. I hope this will bring you a bit of good cheer for the New Year and help you leave all the unpleasantness behind! Happy New Year!"
"Happy New Year!" Qin You spread his arms wide.
"Happy New Year!!"
“Happy Chinese new year!”
After signing his name, Qin You casually handed the pen to the person next to him, saying, "Here, this is for you."
Xu Songning was giving instructions behind the bar when she looked up and saw a very imposing man walking towards her. She coughed lightly and said, "Thank you for helping me out."
"Just thank you? You haven't forgotten what I told you, have you?" Qin You shook his phone and squinted at her.
"Your payment will be transferred to you later."
"Are you talking about the payment? Don't play dumb with me, Xu Songning. I only agreed to come because you said you could help me win her over."
“Yes, but Qiaoqiao hasn’t figured it out yet and doesn’t want to see you. Don’t pressure her today. I’ll find a way to help you.” Xu Songning placed the freshly mixed drink in front of Qin You and chuckled, “If you push her too far, she might close the bar. Where will you find her then?”
"Threatening me?" Qin You smiled as he grabbed Xu Songning's wrist.
"Let go!" Xu Songning frowned.
"Take me to her." Qin You grabbed her wrist and pulled her out from behind the bar.
He used a lot of force, and Xu Songning's coat tilted to one side, revealing a small patch of her fair back.
If Qin You hadn't just saved the day, Xu Songning would have really wanted to kick him. She thought this, but before she could act, someone rushed over and shoved Qin You hard.
Caught off guard, Qin You stumbled as his lower back slammed against the bar. His eyes widened, and he opened his mouth to curse, but upon seeing who it was, his lips trembled and tightened slightly.
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