The Outcast Heiress’s Secret Identities
Chapter 394 - Chapter 394 Its better not to be too selfish as a person

Chapter 394: It’s better not to be too selfish as a person. Chapter 394: It’s better not to be too selfish as a person. “Ah, so it’s that Huang Yan, I have many of his songs in my playlist.”

“He comes from a musical family; his mother, uncle, maternal grandparents, his whole maternal lineage are all famous figures in the music industry, truly an authentic inheritor of a musical legacy.”

Hearing this, Huang Yan merely glanced briefly at the people in the venue, his expression impassive and serene, showing no signs of arrogance or pride.

Yet, Su Ran understood all too well that it was a form of contempt. That man called Huang Yan’s gaze was one of indifferent dismissal, as if he was looking at ants.

In his mind, none of the people in the venue were worthy of his attention.

Lofty arrogance is a common affliction among artists, but there’s no denying that they do have real talent.

And Huang Yan, he simply looked down on everyone else aside from himself.

Such a character actually appreciated Su Xinyan’s mediocre piano skills, interesting!

Su Xinyan looked somewhat excited, she had, of course, heard of Huang Yan’s great name. As an artist with multiple talents, she would not miss such an opportunity.

She looked eagerly at Gu Heng, who smiled and affectionately took her hand into his, offering encouragement and comfort.

“It’s an honor to work with Teacher Huang, thank you for your recognition and favor,” she said.

Huang Yan shook his head, a rare slight smile appearing on his austere face.

Compared to Su Xinyan, Zhao Yiyi at her side was even more excited, gripping Su Xinyan’s hand tightly.

“Xinyan, you’re really amazing, Huang Yan, that’s Huang Yan.”

Su Xinyan smiled helplessly back at her.

“Alright, Yiyi, how come you seem even more excited than I am?”

“I’m just happy for you, you’re the first person Huang Yan has ever taken the initiative to invite. It shows how incredible you are, isn’t that right, cousin?”

Su Xinyan’s face turned red as she shyly glanced at Gu Heng.

Gu Heng had a gentle expression on his face, “Yes, very impressive!”

Su Xinyan’s beautiful little face instantly turned even redder.

Just then.

Someone from Country A’s delegation on the right side stood up.

“I didn’t expect Hua Country to have such talent. Coincidentally, our Country A also has a talent who has achieved the title of Grade 8 Pianist, but compared to Miss Xinyan’s age of 25, it seems we might have a slight edge.”

Upon hearing this.

All of Su Xinyan’s smiles instantly froze on her face, and Su Ran also looked up upon hearing the comment.

The person who had just spoken was a lean-bodied man. As he finished speaking, a younger, handsome-looking man stood up from the back row.

He appeared to be only in his early twenties.

Su Ran raised an eyebrow but paid it no mind.

“This is our distinguished musician, John Will, who was recently promoted to Grade 8 Pianist. Moreover, Mr. Will has just turned twenty and has great potential for further growth.”

As the man spoke, his gaze shifted briefly to Su Xinyan.

That look, with a hint of disdain, was incredibly irritating.

Upon hearing this comment, Su Ran sighed softly.

Turns out, there were not only those who found her disagreeable but also those who found Su Xinyan disagreeable.

And that person was clearly provoking them.

“Since both are pianists of the same grade, and there are many connoisseurs of music present, why not let Mr. Will also perform a piece? Everyone could then assess for themselves,” the middle-aged man suggested.

As his words fell, the delegates from Country A led the applause, and John Will timely began to speak.

“Since that is the case, I shall humbly present my performance!”

He said in fluent Chinese and then went directly onto the stage.

The piece he played was also “Castle in the Sky.”

However, compared to Su Xinyan’s melodious and enchanting performance, John Will’s piano carried the charm of masculinity. Notes fluttered from his slender fingers, enchanting the audience with a sort of bewitching magic.

It must be said, in comparison with Will, Su Xinyan’s piano skills indeed seemed slightly inferior.

As the final note sounded, the audience erupted into applause.

Yet this applause, like loud slaps in the face, landed on Su Xinyan, causing her complexion to alternate between ashen and pale, as she felt utterly embarrassed.

Will returned to his seat, and the middle-aged man rose again, fixing his gaze on everyone present.

“What does everyone think of the performances by the two musicians just now?”

The vice principal’s face looked quite unsightly. Although he wasn’t an expert in this field, he could discern the difference between the two performances.

The principal looked somewhat displeased as well, but given the magnanimity and open-mindedness of the people of Hua Country, it wasn’t appropriate to embarrass the colleagues who had come for the exchange. Thus, he spoke.

“Both performers are very talented, each with their own strengths. Miss Su’s piano sounds melodious with a touch of feminine intellectual beauty, while young friend Will’s piano exudes a broad and manly aesthetic that aligns more with our male sensibilities, very good!”

The principal spoke fairly, fully showcasing the humble nature of Hua Country.

Despite the middle-aged man’s reluctance, he found himself at a loss for words after this speech.

“Who would have expected someone as talented as Su Xinyan to lose!”

“Yes, and she was even the opening guest. This is quite an embarrassment.”

“Why didn’t the principal find someone more capable? It’s a loss for the first performance, how will they cope with the rest?”

Feeling embarrassed, Su Xinyan bit her lip tightly, her gaze inadvertently sweeping toward Su Ran, her eyes flickering slightly.

She cast an intentional glance at Zhao Yiyi sitting beside her, who seemed to understand something.

After pondering for two seconds, then she spoke up:

“For an expert like Mr. Will, we need an even more formidable opponent. Xinyan, I remember your sister Su Ran also plays the piano, and her piano skills are apparently even more impressive than yours.”

Su Xinyan nodded, a mix of remorse and conflict on her face as she acknowledged Su Ran’s superiority.

“Indeed, my sister has always been more outstanding than I am.”

At this moment, Zhao Yiyi also turned to look in Su Ran’s direction, saying with a smile:

“In such a situation, how can one not offer their help, right? Miss Ran, this is a wonderful opportunity to bring glory to our country. Don’t let everyone down with their expectations of you!”

All eyes in the room turned to Su Ran. The people from Country A, not understanding, also directed their gazes to one place.

“Su Ran can play the piano?”

“I’ve never heard of it, but since she can play, why keep it hidden? Does she not want to contribute?”

“She couldn’t be holding a grudge against Su Xinyan, could she?”

“What are we talking about at a time like this? Being a little less selfish would do some good.”

Hearing these words, Su Xinyan instantly heaved a sigh of relief, grateful the attention had been diverted away from herself.

She swept a glance at Su Ran, a hint of a mocking smile on the corner of her lips. She was eager to see how Su Ran would extricate herself from this situation.

Su Ran sat calmly in her seat, slowly lifting her gaze. Her starry eyes flickered with a cold gleam in the bright room lighting, there and gone in an instant.

She looked coldly at Su Xinyan and Zhao Yiyi. They were recognizing her talent now?

Did they want to throw her into the fire?

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