Chapter 29 Mistress
At this moment, Chen Qing was in the VIP lounge with a glass of white wine in front of him.
Fenjiu Blue and White, 55% alcohol.
After the performance, the person in charge said that he would take her to meet two leaders of the theater. She thought it was Master Cui or Mrs. Luo who instructed her to do so, so she introduced herself according to the interview rhythm she had prepared, until the glass of wine fell on the table.
The person in charge nudged her with his elbow and urged in a low voice, "This is an opportunity that many people wouldn't even dare to dream of. Don't act stubbornly at this moment."
Chen Qing hesitated.
She could tell that these people just wanted to "get to know" them on a whim because they had seen the performance.
Mrs. Luo has told many stories of this kind.
First they drank, next time they sat together, and the time after that, it was something else.
Chen Qing hugged the zither tightly in his arms and explained softly, "Master Cui recommended me here. I need to ask for his opinion on subsequent performances."
An overly skinny man at the table smiled and said, "Master Cui? He only trains students. He can't teach you anything else."
The person in charge chimed in, "Director Liu is right. She's young and hasn't experienced society yet, so she neglected it. So, I apologize to you all on her behalf."
After saying this, he stood up and took out the wine-dispensing vessel.
"Wow! Grab the kettle and pour it on." Director Liu waved his hand and said, "Forget it. We don't really want to embarrass a student. Since she doesn't want to, then—"
"Director Liu, Director Liu, look, I'm really embarrassed. Please give me a chance."
He drank it all without saying anything.
The cheers lasted for two or three seconds, and then the lounge fell silent.
Director Liu tapped the table, looking as if he was smiling.
Chen Qing was on pins and needles.
If she offended these two, the worst that could happen would be that she would have to go back to school and continue being a student.
But the person in charge still needs to make a living under these people, he has to flatter them, and make them satisfied no matter what.
"Chen Qing——" The person in charge had not finished his sentence when the waiter knocked on the door.
Chen Qing looked over and froze in his chair.
Director Liu stood up in surprise, "Ms. Tao? What do you want to talk to me about?"
Tao Siran smiled faintly, "I'm here to look for the Erhu player from the opening ceremony. I heard he's here."
"Yes, that's the one."
Chen Qing pinched his thigh, slowly stood up, and said in a cryptic voice, "Hello."
There was a hint of inquiry in Tao Siran's eyes.
Director Liu gave up the main seat and asked, "Ms. Tao is looking for an erhu performer. Is there a need?"
"My father's birthday is at the end of the month, and I haven't decided on the format yet. I just heard that piece of music and it sounds pretty good. If I'm lucky enough, I wonder if this teacher would be willing to do me the honor."
"I'm not a teacher yet, I'm a sophomore at the Conservatory of Music."
"Female students..." she said meaningfully.
Chen Qing couldn't avoid her gaze, so he simply lowered his head.
Director Liu personally poured tea for Tao Siran, and said politely and flatteringly, "For Minister Tao's birthday, why not pick some actors from the theater who have mature stage experience?"
"No need." Tao Siran smiled, "Let me listen to this classmate first. I think he likes it, and then we'll talk."
She was obviously dignified and generous, but there was a subtle contempt in her tone.
Chen Qing's heart suddenly sank.
The person in charge couldn't help but pinch her from behind, "Chen Qing, this is Minister Tao's daughter! Master Cui may not have such a connection, you should be more sensible!"
Chen Qing pursed his lips and dragged the chair over, "What does Miss Tao want to hear?"
"random."
She played according to the repertoire for daily interviews without making any mistakes.
Tao Siran looked her up and down.
Female college students are young, bright and really attractive.
However, beauty alone is a bad card.
After the song ended, Chen Qing stopped and stood up again.
Tao Siran crossed his legs and ordered calmly, "One more song."
The person in charge was quick-witted and added, "It's too short. Change it to a longer one."
Chen Qing hesitated for a moment, sat down, and chose the song "Farewell to the Newly-Weds".
Tao Siran was not an uneducated second-generation young lady, she heard it.
The poem expresses the deep affection between the newlyweds, which is Chen Qing's flattery.
In the second half, she became more and more convinced that this was the woman hidden by Jiang Jingyan.
It was also on this occasion today, under her nose, that he openly provoked her woman.
When the song ended, Tao Siran didn't say yes or no, but turned around and asked, "What were you guys talking about before I came in? It was so lively."
Director Liu touched his nose, feeling a little guilty. "Nothing, just drunken talk."
"Student Chen can drink quite well," she exclaimed. "I see her hands are still so steady."
"No, she didn't drink at all."
Tao Siran raised her eyebrows. It seemed that she was not only beautiful but also had a strong character.
"Can you sing?" she asked.
Chen Qing couldn't figure out what she meant and shook his head, "I'm an erhu professional."
"Anyone who studies music should be able to sing better than ordinary people."
She insisted on listening. Director Liu gave her an anxious look and said in a serious tone, "Just sing a song. Didn't you learn these in school?"
The smile on Tao Siran's lips gradually grew wider. "Director Liu, I'm used to seeing the same old things there. This student is different. He has good looks, a unique temper, and is young. He really has the capital to act like a big shot."
Chen Qing blushed at the implication in these words.
Tao Siran was mocking her for not being presentable, and Jiang Jingyan was interested in her only for the sake of novelty.
The stigma of being a "mistress" who was wrongly arrested in the past, at this moment, gave her a solid slap in the face.
A room full of people stood opposite Chen Qing, looking superior and chatting and laughing.
As if teasing a plaything.
Director Liu took a step back. "Well, Mr. Chen, since you can't sing, you should at least do something to show your appreciation, right?"
He pointed at the overflowing wine glass on the table, the glare of the light on the rim blinding him.
Chen Qing gripped the zither tightly, "I'm sorry."
Tao Siran's expression changed.
Director Liu noticed and, wanting to please her, immediately snorted and rebuked her, "Putting aside your professional abilities, this is a university after all. Your social skills are completely messed up. You won't drink or sing. If you want to act like aloof, you should stay out of this circle!"
He threw something and knocked over the wine glass.
Water stains flowed along the edge of the table onto the hem of her skirt. Chen Qing's knuckles were clenched until they turned white, and she said nothing.
Director Liu was about to say something when the waiter knocked on the door again.
"Are you annoying? Who is it?"
The door was pushed open, and a dark figure stood there.
The man raised his eyelids and looked around among the crowd.
Finally, it landed on Chen Qing and nodded slightly, "Qing'er."
Chen Qing was stunned. "Mr. Yan."
Yan Baiqing strode in with a gentle and familiar smile, "I was late because of something and missed your performance."
Except for Tao Siran, several people stood up and asked, "Mr. Yan, why are you here?"
He stared at the stain on Chen Qing's skirt and said indifferently, "So I need to ask Director Liu for instructions."
“I dare not, I dare not…”
Tao Siran had only heard of Yan Baiqing's deeds and had no personal relationship with him.
What's more, even if there was no relationship with Jiang Jingyan, the Tao family would not have to bow their heads when they met the Yan family in public.
The Yan family is one of the richest families in the city, with astonishing assets. The Tao family is involved in political circles. If you really want to compare, it is hard to say who has a higher status.
So, she raised her chin with interest and asked, "Are you two familiar with each other?"
Yan Baiqing confirmed that Chen Qing was fine, then turned around slowly and asked, "Is this how Minister Tao disciplines his daughter?"
Chen Qingxin was shocked.
She had learned a little bit from Jiang Jingyan and Mrs. Luo since she was a child that the Yan family was the richest family in the province, Yan Baiqing's mother gave birth to a child out of wedlock, and her family made a fortune in the jewelry business in Hong Kong. However, businessmen are not as good as the powerful, and speaking like this will definitely offend the Tao family.
As expected, Tao Siran's face turned cold, "What do you mean?"
"A charity dinner, and you're asking a female student to drink and sing? I want to ask what Miss Tao means."
"Just kidding."
He chuckled, "How about you sing a song for me too?"
Tao Siran glared at him.
The rest of the people dared not breathe.
If we try to smooth things over hastily now, we might offend both sides.
Chen Qing was blocked behind Yan Baiqing, who quietly tugged at his sleeve, signaling him to stop.
Director Liu was afraid that the scene would be too embarrassing, so he made up his mind and ran straight to the door. "There is a highlight in the auction tonight. Everyone, let's--"
Before the door was fully opened, a sudden force forced him backward.
He lowered his head and pressed one of his leather shoes against the door.
Chen Qing seemed to have a premonition and looked up.
The door opened inward, and Jiang Jingyan's expression was cold. The light shone on him, casting a small shadow under his brow, making him look gloomy and emitting a faint chill.
Everyone took a deep breath, but the breath was stuck in their chest.
There was dead silence.
Director Liu's face turned completely pale.
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