"Uncle Zhou, which one looks better?"
"Does my hair look a bit frivolous?"
"Shirt or T-shirt, Uncle Zhou, help me decide."
Uncle Zhou replied earnestly, "Young Master, you look handsome in any of these clothes."
Ji Yan: "Uncle Zhou, you're being too perfunctory."
"Young master, you look handsome in any of these clothes."
Uncle Zhou repeated what he had just said. Ji Yan felt that he couldn't go too far and it would be really inappropriate to make things difficult for the old man. However, Uncle Zhou didn't think he was just being perfunctory with Ji Yan. Ji Yan's appearance was inherited from his mother. He was the one who looked the most like his mother among the three young masters of the Ji family, and he was also the one with the most outstanding appearance.
Uncle Zhou watched Ji Yan grow up, and he felt back then that he had never seen a more handsome child than Ji Yan.
Ji Yan excitedly told him that his song had been selected by his favorite idol: "You'll be able to hear my song once they release their new album."
"The songs written by the young master must be the best."
"Uncle Zhou..."
Sometimes Ji Yan felt that being too pampered was also a kind of trouble. He had never heard Uncle Zhou say a bad word about him since he was a child. Even those rebellious ideas that outsiders would think were right, Uncle Zhou believed that what he did must be right.
Ji Yan genuinely felt very happy, much happier than most people. Although his parents had passed away early and he didn't have many memories of them, he could see their photos every day and hear from Uncle Zhou how good his parents were. That gave Ji Yan the feeling that his parents had never left him.
After Ji Yan arrived at the "Blue" studio, the most surprising thing for him was that the "Blue" studio actually had a cat. Although it was a round and chubby calico cat that looked a bit fierce, the fact that there was a cat in itself made him very envious. He could only go to Ji Wei's office to pet the cat. His brother said he disliked the cat, but recently, his brother even took the cat with him on business trips!
Ji Yan missed his target and was very unhappy with Ji Wei's behavior of monopolizing the cat.
The calico cat from the "Blue" studio gave Ji Yan a hard time after he appeared. Although its eyes weren't big, they were quite focused, so Ji Yan could clearly see the disdain in the cat's eyes.
but!
After Ning Wei appeared, Ji Yan witnessed a cat's rapid change of expression, going from disdain to fawning in a second. The cat kept meowing around Ning Wei, acting like a sycophant in the feline world, completely lacking the aloofness and arrogance expected of a cat.
Oh.
After Ning Wei turned around, the cat changed back to its disgusted expression.
Goodness, a cat with two faces.
“Its name is Conch.” Ning Wei squatted down. “It’s a cat I found. It has a bad temper. Did it yell at you just now?”
Ji Yan shook his head: "The cat didn't really like me anyway."
Ning Wei looked at him silently. The two were very close, and Ji Yan could clearly see the color of her pupils. He felt that Ning Wei seemed to be a very quiet person in private, unlike her flamboyant self on stage.
But when he was with the other person, he didn't feel the same awkwardness he had when they first met. On the contrary, he had an urge to get closer to the other person.
Ji Yan didn't know where this impulse came from, but he knew very well that he liked Ning Wei not only on stage, but also in real life.
“But you really like cats.” Ning Wei smiled slightly. Ji Yan noticed that she had dimples, although they weren’t very clear because of her smile. “If you didn’t like them, you wouldn’t have been able to write ‘The Song of the Little Panda’.”
The "Blue" studio receives letters from fans, but rarely receives submissions from musicians. After all, it's well known in the music industry that the three members of "Blue" usually handle the band's album production. Moreover, "Blue" has always followed the path of a creative band since its debut, and they never use lyrics or compositions by other musicians.
But Ning Wei genuinely likes "The Song of the Little Panda".
So he discussed it with Duan Yiran and the others, and the song will eventually appear on "Blue's" next new album.
Ning Wei also wanted to know what kind of person could have written "The Little Panda Song".
Ji Yan was younger and more lively than he had imagined. He looked like someone who had been loved growing up, with a great personality and a love for laughter. His eyes seemed to light up when he talked about music. Seeing his expression, Ning Wei thought he was somewhat like a cat.
Perhaps this is why the cat doesn't like the other person.
Ning Wei wasn't surprised that the other party was a "blue" fan; if they weren't a fan, they probably wouldn't have submitted the post to the studio.
The two sat down and quietly talked about "The Song of the Little Panda".
Ji Yan did almost all the talking, while Ning Wei listened, occasionally adding a word or two. Although it was their first time meeting, their actions and expressions were very natural, as if they had known each other for a long time.
Naturally, when they parted, Ji Yan and Ning Wei exchanged contact information and talked about their recent creative work. Ji Yan asked Ning Wei to give him feedback on his song, and Ning Wei agreed.
For some reason, Ji Yan felt that his request was rather abrupt, but he also had a premonition that Ning Wei would agree—that was the reason he made the request.
But Ning Wei's way of commenting surprised Ji Yan—
Instead of sending him a WeChat message or email, the other party sent him a long letter filled with guidance. Every comment was serious and showed no sign of perfunctoriness.
Ji Yan then began replying to the other party's letter.
This was clearly an ancient way of communicating, but Ji Yan didn't find it outdated at all. In order to make his reply look presentable, Ji Yan wrote his words very carefully, trying not to make each word look sloppy. He could tell from Ning Wei's reply that she was serious about music and that she truly treated him as a qualified musician. So, Ji Yan naturally didn't want to disappoint Ning Wei.
In replying to the letter, Ji Yan realized more clearly that the other person was a singer worthy of his admiration.
Next, in addition to commenting on songs, Ning Wei would also recommend excellent works from home and abroad to him, and even sent Ji Yan CDs a few times. Ji Yan's understanding of music was not as good as hers, but he was wealthy. As long as he told his brothers, Ji Xuekong would find him an album he wanted while he was abroad.
"This is a musician I think is pretty good recently. You can give his songs a listen."
Ning Wei recommended a composer named Xie Mingxuan to him. Ji Yan liked it very much after listening to it. Xie Mingxuan also released albums and wrote songs for other singers. He has collaborated a lot with Lu Wei and Fang Yu. Ji Yan likes all three singers' songs.
So Ji Yan quietly submitted another article to the company where the other party worked.
Over time, Ji Yan made quite a few friends in the music industry.
Later, Ji Yan learned that Xie Mingxuan, Lu Wei, and Fang Yu had debuted through a talent show called "Idol Century." They formed a limited-time group with the show's most popular contestant from the first season. Unfortunately, they didn't get along well with Ji Ruan. She had a better relationship with the company's executives and had more resources and popularity than them. Before the limited-time group's time was even up, she couldn't wait to start her solo activities.
Naturally, when the time came, the limited-time group disbanded. Ji Ruan was still being heavily promoted by her original company, while Xie Mingxuan and the other two went out to find other opportunities.
Fortunately, they were talented and lucky, and they gradually made a name for themselves.
Ji Yan doesn't know much about the entertainment industry, nor does he participate in it. However, as the fourth young master of the Ji family, he often receives invitations to luxury brand fashion shows. He used to attend frequently in the past two years, but he has declined the invitations in the last two years due to his busy creative work.
After all, he had his own interests. He went to the fashion show because he had nothing else to do, and there were many celebrities and models on the runway. Seeing good-looking people would make him happy. Ji Yan was the kind of person with very simple thoughts. As long as he was in a good mood, that was enough. He didn't have any other lofty pursuits.
But later, when Ji Yan attended a music event with Xie Mingxuan and the others, he still saw the Ji Ruan that Xie Mingxuan had mentioned.
The other person is indeed very famous; a large number of fans on the red carpet and in the audience came specifically for them.
Ji Yan blinked and looked at Xie Mingxuan: "I think you're better looking than him."
Not only Xie Mingxuan, but Fang Yu and Lu Wei are also prettier than Ji Ruan.
Xie Mingxuan: "...Don't do that."
However, their personalities are indeed not as adept at handling situations as Ji Ruan's. Ji Ruan not only thrives in the entertainment industry but also has good relationships with many celebrities in the wealthy circles.
"You know the Ji family, right? He has a good relationship with the second and third young masters of the Ji family."
Ji Yan sat in a row with Xie Mingxuan and Fang Yu. Several celebrities were also sitting behind him. They probably knew that Ji Yan was not in the entertainment industry, and Ji Yan happened to hear them whispering to each other.
The Ji family in City A is a household name. In City A, when people talk about the Ji family, they always refer to them.
Ji Yan: "..."
How come he didn't know about this?
But Ji Yan soon found out.
During the latter half of the event, when the celebrities had free time, Ji Ruan quietly approached them. Ji Yan was even more certain of his earlier opinion: judging by appearance, the other party was definitely no match for Xie Mingxuan and Fang Yuluwei.
"Xie Mingxuan, your latest album is pretty good, but it's a pity there's not enough promotion." When Ji Ruan looked at Xie Mingxuan, his gaze also fell on Ji Yan standing next to Xie Mingxuan. However, in his memory, there was no such person in the entertainment industry. He guessed that Ji Yan was a newly signed idol by Xie Mingxuan's company. Judging from Ji Yan's face, entering the entertainment industry was perfect for him.
Xie Mingxuan didn't respond to Ji Ruan's words, but Ji Ruan wasn't annoyed: "Do you want me to help you promote it?"
"No need." Xie Mingxuan replied quickly, but his tone was stiff, and it was clear that he really disliked Ji Ruan.
“Actually, you really don’t need to be so forceful. With your talent, you would have been famous long ago if you just paid a little attention to your interpersonal skills.” Ji Ruan’s smile remained unchanged. “The third young master of the Ji family appreciates talented musicians. There will be an exhibition at the Ji family’s art gallery in a few days. I can introduce the third young master of the Ji family to you.”
"No need." Xie Mingxuan's tone remained cold and hard.
"How come I've never heard of the Third Young Master of the Ji family appreciating talented musicians?" Ji Yan blinked and suddenly spoke up.
It's not that Ji Yan is complaining, but his third brother is a pretty good older brother. However, he is actually quite old-fashioned. All three of them are in the music industry, but he considers himself to be from the classical music circle and doesn't get along with pop musicians. When Ji Yan was obsessed with "Blue", his brother only reluctantly admitted that "Blue's" songs were not bad.
To say that he admires these three words, it has absolutely nothing to do with his brother.
However, Ji Xuekong himself may dislike it, but he doesn't mind Ji Yan entering the entertainment industry. He has always been very indulgent towards Ji Yan. He doesn't say anything when Ji Yan becomes a veterinarian and deals with cats and dogs all day. Sometimes when he goes to the pet clinic to see Ji Yan, he doesn't mind if Ji Yan comes to see him covered in stench.
However, Ji Xuekong's tolerance was only shown to his family. As for outsiders... Ji Yan, as his younger brother, knew his brother all too well.
Ji Ruan glanced at Ji Yan again: "He did say that."
"Wait a minute, let me make a call and ask."
As soon as Ji Yan said this, not only Ji Ruan, but also Xie Mingxuan and the others turned their attention to him.
The phone rang twice before being answered: "Brother, I heard you admire talented musicians?"
On the other end of the phone, Ji Xuekong looked completely bewildered: "Why are you suddenly asking this?"
"That's what your friend said."
Ji Xuekong was probably still asleep. After hesitating for a while, he suddenly asked Ji Yan as if he had thought of something, "Are you with Ji Ruan?"
"Should I give him the phone?"
A moment later, Ji Yan handed the phone to Ji Ruan. Ji Ruan took it, and after the call ended, he looked at Ji Yan with a complicated expression before silently leaving.
In fact, Ji Yan was still a little confused. He didn't know what it meant for the other party to suddenly leave. Later, he got the answer from Ji Xuekong. Ji Xuekong thought Ji Ruan was his friend, and the two got to know each other because of this.
Ji Yan: "My friend?"
"yes."
According to Ji Xuekong, Ji Ruan seemed to know the Ji family quite well, including their situation, each person's personality, and even Ji Yan's personality. Therefore, Ji Xuekong had no doubts.
In fact, Ji Xuekong did not provide Ji Ruan with any resources. She only communicated with her at a few events. There were many people attending the events, and it was normal to chat with someone you knew a little.
But Ji Xuekong didn't expect that a normal conversation would be spread as he was Ji Ruan's backer, and that the so-called introduction of others to him was all a lie made up by the other party.
Ji Yan was quite curious about Ji Ruan's knowledge of him: "But I don't know him."
Ji Ruan could accurately describe his personality, but when the two met, the other party didn't seem to recognize his face at all.
"It might be one of those fantasy novels, about past lives and reincarnation or something," Fang Yu guessed.
“That’s possible,” Ji Yan imagined. “Or maybe he was dreaming, but I didn’t have a face in my dream.”
"Are you acting in a horror movie?"
Ji Yan felt that this possibility might not be nonexistent. When he was with Ning Wei and Xie Mingxuan, he had a feeling that he had known them for a long time, even though they had never met before. Ji Yan quickly became friends with them.
However, Ji Yan really didn't like Ji Ruan. When he saw her, his instinct told him that he would never get along with Ji Ruan.
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