Chapter 15 Blind Playing: She Stunned the Audience
Jiang Kexin was trembling with anger, but her remaining rationality told her that she couldn't make a scene here. She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. "I don't know what you're talking about. I have something to do. Excuse me."
"Don't rush off." Sheng Weiwei grabbed her wrist with considerable force, causing Jiang Kexin to frown in distress.
Sheng Weiwei whispered in her ear, in a voice only the two of them could hear, with a malicious smile:
"Miss Jiang, you're all dressed up so beautifully today. Why don't you go and make your presence known to Young Master Gu? I've heard that MC is currently looking for a spokesperson, and Ma Xiaoxiao is the initial choice. If you don't step up your efforts soon, this opportunity may slip away."
MC is now an international brand, a cosmetics brand under the Gu Group.
Jiang Kexin's heart tightened suddenly!
Gu's endorsement? Ma Xiaoxiao?
That woman is currently riding high. If she really steals the Gu family's endorsement, wouldn't my position in the fashion world be shaken? More importantly, what about the Gu family...?
Her face turned pale and then red. She forcefully shook off Sheng Weiwei's hand, glared at her with resentment, and, no longer caring about maintaining her movie queen demeanor, hurriedly walked away in a certain direction.
Watching Jiang Kexin's fleeing figure, a hint of triumphant satisfaction flashed in Sheng Weiwei's eyes.
She waved to the waiter not far away.
The waiter immediately came over respectfully.
Sheng Weiwei whispered a few words in his ear, looking relaxed, as if she were just giving him a trivial instruction.
The waiter listened attentively, his face expressionless, only nodding almost imperceptibly after Sheng Weiwei finished speaking.
Then they quietly slipped away and blended into the crowd.
Sheng Weiwei then turned around and returned to Gu Xingnian's side.
Gu Xingnian was sipping her juice, as if the commotion from earlier had nothing to do with her.
"Are you angry?" Sheng Weiwei sat down and winked at her.
Gu Xingnian smiled and said softly, "Are you underestimating me, or overestimating her?"
Sheng Weiwei gently touched her shoulder and smiled playfully.
"The champagne tower was definitely Jiang Kexin's doing. It's okay, I'm here. We'll settle our score!"
Just then, the lights in the banquet hall dimmed, and spotlights shone on the main stage.
The host then invited Fu Beichen onto the stage.
He changed into a black suit, and the wound on the back of his hand was bandaged, but it did not diminish his dignity in the slightest. His deep gaze swept across the room with a faint smile.
"Good evening, distinguished guests." His deep, magnetic voice resonated throughout the hall through the microphone.
"There was a slight mishap just now, which startled everyone. I apologize for that."
After he finished speaking, he bowed slightly.
The audience erupted in enthusiastic applause, a sign of understanding. A hostess served him a glass of red wine, which he took.
"Thank you all for taking the time to be here and celebrate this moment with us. Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Fu Group. Fifty years of trials and tribulations have been inseparable from your trust and support, which are the most precious foundation for our progress."
On this auspicious occasion, may we continue to join hands and embark on a new journey together, creating a brighter future! Thank you all, and best wishes to you all!
Fu Beichen's speech was concise and powerful, and the toasts he raised in celebration won enthusiastic applause from the entire audience.
After he stepped down from the stage, the host announced the official start of the evening's performance segment.
The first performance was a violin solo by Jiang Kexin.
The spotlight came on again, and Jiang Kexin, now dressed in a white evening gown, gracefully walked onto the stage, holding her violin.
It must be admitted that, as a film queen, she has an extremely strong stage presence.
Every smile, every glance, perfectly showcases her charm.
The melodious piano music began, a classical masterpiece with rather complex techniques.
Jiang Kexin's performance was fluent and precise, winning praise from many guests present.
"Wow, I never knew that Actress Jiang could play the violin so well!"
"Yes, she's really multi-talented, beautiful and talented."
"This level of skill is good enough to hold a concert, right?"
"This actress Jiang is the future wife of the president of the Fu Group. She is indeed very outstanding."
Listening to the surrounding discussions and the gradually rising applause, Jiang Kexin's smile became increasingly confident and smug.
Out of the corner of his eye, he even glanced almost imperceptibly in the direction of Gu Xingnian and Sheng Weiwei, with a hint of provocation.
Sheng Weiwei pouted and whispered to Gu Xingnian:
"They're just putting on an act, pulling it like they're sawing wood; they're only good at fooling laymen."
After Jiang Kexin's performance, the host invited the next performing guest in an exciting tone.
"Next, we are honored to have a distinguished artist from Country F! She is known as the Nightingale of Country F and is a world-class singer. Let us welcome her with the warmest applause—Ms. Marianne!"
The audience erupted in even more enthusiastic applause and gasps than before.
Ms. Marian's name is internationally renowned, and she has never accepted any private invitations except for performances in national theaters.
The fact that the Fu family was able to invite her to the celebration speaks volumes about their strength and connections.
A plump and elegant woman walked onto the stage.
She wore an elegant dark dress, a kind smile on her face, and greeted everyone in fluent French.
The simple words also conveyed an operatic rhythm, then signaled that the music was about to start and the singing was about to begin.
As the intro began, Marianne closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and then slowly began to speak.
"ah……"
It was just a simple syllable, yet it seemed to possess a magical power, instantly captivating everyone's ears.
Marianne's voice was high-pitched, clear, and penetrating, as if it could strike the depths of one's soul.
Everyone was stunned by Marianne's singing, and the entire venue fell silent.
The heavenly singing voice echoed in the banquet hall.
Jiang Kexin was initially quite proud of her violin performance, but her expression changed instantly upon hearing Marian's singing.
This fat woman is actually so powerful?
No, we absolutely cannot let this woman steal her thunder!
A sinister glint flashed in Jiang Kexin's eyes.
Just as Marian's singing reached its climax, suddenly, the lights in the banquet hall went out.
The entire venue was plunged into darkness, with emergency lights turning on.
The music stopped abruptly, and so did Marian's singing.
"ah--"
A chorus of exclamations and screams erupted in the banquet hall, and chaos ensued.
"What's going on? Is there a power outage?"
"What happened?"
"Could something have gone wrong?"
There was much discussion and unrest among the crowd.
A barely perceptible sneer curled at the corner of Jiang Kexin's lips.
Just as everyone was in a panic, suddenly, a melodious piano sound rang out in the darkness.
The piano music was clear and bright, like a mountain spring, instantly calming everyone's panicked emotions.
The restless crowd gradually quieted down.
Everyone held their breath, listening quietly to the sudden sound of the piano.
The piano music was soothing and gentle, carrying a hint of sadness, yet full of hope and strength.
It's as if it's guiding people forward in the darkness.
Then, that clear and ethereal voice slowly rose again, intertwining with the piano music, blending perfectly and naturally.
Accompaniment that blended with Marianne's song flowed from the piano, and everyone was once again drawn to the singing and piano music, immersed in the atmosphere created by the song.
Forget the darkness, forget the unease, only endless emotion and awe remain.
The lights came back on.
To everyone's amazement, the person whose fingers were flying across the black and white keys in front of the white grand piano on the stage was none other than Gu Xingnian!
At this moment, she was like the moon goddess, pure and beautiful.
What's even more shocking is that Gu Xingnian was playing the piano with her eyes closed!
Her slender fingers danced nimbly across the piano keys, each note played with perfect accuracy.
Every melody is captivating, as if she is not playing the piano, but singing with her soul.
Blind play!
It was blind playing!
Everyone was stunned by Gu Xingnian's piano playing; they could hardly believe their eyes.
Fu Beichen's pupils dilated in shock.
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