The CEO’s Substitute Wife Is A Genius
Chapter 314: Alert! Global CEO Arrives in North City

Chapter 314: Chapter 314: Alert! Global CEO Arrives in North City

Seeing the student council president appear, many students in line turned their heads.

They were all curious about what had happened.

The president first bowed deeply, then clasped his hands together, clearly pleading for assistance.

The crowd’s attention inevitably turned toward Jiang Man.

"Isn’t that Jiang Man from the first grade? The prominent figure of our school!"

"I heard that one of Barrett’s musicians is sick and they want Jiang Man to help out."

"Looking at Jiang Man’s expression, does she seem reluctant to help?"

"Is she not up to it? I heard that Barrett’s musicians undergo rigorous training. What kind of musician is sick?"

"It seems to be a harpist, and you know, there are few who learn it, yet it’s quite similar to the konghou."

"No wonder, Jiang Man is capable, for sure. She was indeed amazing when she played the konghou during the Club Festival!"

A group of people discussed loudly without any reservations.

Jiang Man heard everything clearly but didn’t care about what they said at all.

"President, if Jiang Man is unwilling to help, why don’t I step in? I have been practicing the konghou diligently and can play it pretty well."

In the tense atmosphere, Wen Jingya walked into the crowd.

The pipa and konghou are among the hardest national musical instruments. Since she had skills in playing the pipa, practicing the konghou was a lot easier for her.

"Although I’m only level six and not yet up to performance standards, I should be able to fill in temporarily, right?"

"Level six? How long has it been?"

"I go! Born to thrive in music, eh? Such a talent? It took me six years to reach grade eight in piano, yet she reached level six in the konghou, a much harder instrument, in just a few months?"

As Wen Jingya finished speaking, a group of students burst into astonished chatter.

Indeed, when it comes to musical instruments, talent plays a role. Some learn slowly, while others may take to an instrument naturally and learn on their own.

Certainly, Wen Jingya is one of those rare, talented individuals.

Upon hearing that her konghou skills had reached level six, the president turned his head in surprise.

"I’ve also dabbled in playing the harp and plan to take exams." Wen Jingya smiled slightly: "Of course, if I could receive guidance from Master Barrett, I think I would perform even better during the show!"

One was actively willing and eager to try.

The other was passively reluctant and repeatedly refused.

The president frowned and thought for a moment, "Okay, Jingya, you go ahead. It’s an emergency rescue; huge thanks are not necessary."

"What’s there to thank for? We are all schoolmates."

Wen Jingya’s straightforwardness instantly made Jiang Man appear very petty, unwilling to help even a little.

Jiang Man didn’t want to refuse, but she thought that doing less might be better than doing more.

If her grandmother found out she was helping Barrett, she would face yet another inquisition.

She hadn’t expected that Wen Jingya, who seemed so obedient toward her grandmother on the surface, might not be so in private.

"Manman, could you come to the venue later and cheer me on?"

Wen Jingya stepped forward, acting as if she had a deep relationship with Jiang Man.

Jiang Man scoffed: "Sure."

Her response was crisp and clear, but her smile didn’t reach her eyes, which were cold, conveying a strong sense of distance.

"That’s wonderful! With you there, I will definitely outperform myself!"

Wen Jingya spoke aloud, but thought to herself: I’ll perform well later and make you admit it!

Once she joins Barrett’s band and appears before the entire school, a lot of people will probably be envious, right?

Who can blame her for having such talent that she learned the konghou in just a few months?

"Excuse me, which of you is Jiang Man?"

When Wen Jingya was feeling smug, a man in a black suit and white gloves approached.

"Who are you?" Jingya spoke before Jiang Man could.

The man immediately introduced himself, "Hello, I am Mr. Barrett’s assistant. The gentleman is currently dining at the International Club and would like to invite Miss Jiang Man to join him."

"Inviting her?" Jingya furrowed her brows and turned incredulously towards Jiang Man. "Why?"

Hearing this, the assistant realized she was not Jiang Man, and his gaze shifted to the other three people present.

Based on their demeanor, he recognized Jiang Man immediately, "You’re Jiang Man, aren’t you?"

"I am," Jiang Man responded faintly.

"The gentleman invites you, please honor us with your presence."

Jiang Man frowned.

Seeing her hesitate and about to decline, the assistant added, "Mr. Louis is also there."

At the mention of Louis, Jiang Man raised her eyebrows.

Calm on the surface, her heart was in turmoil inside.

Louis is the CEO of Universal Records and JOJO’s exclusive agent.

What was this guy doing leaving the U.S. to come to Beicheng?

If he found out JOJO was secretly married and pregnant here, it would really turn the world upside down.

"Okay, lead the way," her attitude underwent a 180-degree shift.

The assistant bowed respectfully and made an inviting gesture.

Jiang Man, hand in her pocket and holding her phone in the other, texted JOJO: "Face paralysis guy has come to Beicheng! Be on high alert!"

After sending the message, she also made a voice call and then immediately hung up.

A few seconds later, JOJO replied, "What’s the situation? My God! Has he discovered my affair? Is he here to hunt me down?"

Jiang Man furrowed her brows and remained calm, "It shouldn’t be, he’s with Barrett, I’ll go check out the situation first."

JOJO: "Sister! My future is in your hands." (Sad cat picture)

Seeing Jiang Man playing with her phone while following Barrett’s assistant, the students exchanged puzzled looks.

"What’s happening? A renowned musician is inviting Jiang Man?"

"She’s a well-known lyricist and composer; it’s understandable for a musician to invite her."

"Could there be a surprise this afternoon? Are the two going to collaborate on a piece?"

"Collaborate on what? There’s a dimensional wall between them! Jiang Man writes popular music; that’s totally grassroots, while Barrett is into pure music, that’s highbrow! One is called a lyricist/composer, and the other, a maestro, their status and identity are worlds apart."

"True, a lyricist/composer just entertains the masses at most; it’s incomparable to Barrett’s music."

The crowd gave off a vibe of those who can’t eat grapes calling them sour.

When the powerful disguise themselves and mingle among the common folks, the locals feel that they are on the same level as the powerful and freely judge and disparage them without restraint.

Jiang Man was completely indifferent to the surrounding chatter.

A person with a strong inner self doesn’t need others’ approval to boost their confidence.

Only the weak constantly seek emotional validation from others, believing that it confirms their capabilities.

"Wait a minute!"

Seeing the two walking away, Wen Jingya quickly called out and ran after them.

"I’m the substitute harpist; can I go to the club as well?"

The assistant was taken aback and turned to look at the student council president.

The president immediately chimed in, "She’s telling the truth."

"In that case, please join us," the assistant said politely since she was helping out in a pinch.