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"Brother Chen, you must teach me!"
From the phone, Li Mubai's exaggerated voice came through, as if something significant had happened.
Just stepping out of the Beijing Music Conservatory, Lu Chen was confused. "What are you talking about? Teach you what?"
Did this guy actually want to learn music seriously? If so, Lu Chen really didn't have much to teach him; he himself was attending classes at the conservatory to recharge! Today was Lu Chen's first day attending classes at the conservatory.
Although the new semester had already started over a month ago, the freshmen were just beginning their classes today.
According to national regulations, freshmen must undergo a month of military training after enrollment, and classes officially start after the seven-day National Day holiday.
As Lu Chen walked further down the path of music, he increasingly felt his own shortcomings. Although he possessed the memories of a 3 different lifes, with experience and knowledge being no problem, his theoretical knowledge was relatively lacking, and he had to rely on others to complete his compositions.
Lu Chen came to the conservatory to learn primarily to make up for this deficiency.
He had the conditions to do so, without the constraints of a management company, and he didn't need to run around for gigs to maintain his presence, allowing him to arrange his time more freely.
Most importantly, Lu Chen knew Professor Gao Yue from the Department of Composition at the conservatory, and having such a mentor to guide him was invaluable.
Moreover, the students at the conservatory were of very high quality. When Lu Chen came to attend classes before, he was recognized, but no one surrounded him or asked for photos or autographs, so he felt quite at ease.
The depth of the conservatory truly lived up to its reputation as one of the top three music colleges! If Li Mubai really wanted to learn music, bringing him along to attend classes wouldn't be a bad idea.
Li Mubai replied with a grin, "Teach me how to tame that little demon Chen Qian! She cried for half the night after getting home last night. Sister-in-law almost wanted to find you to settle the score, but she was stopped by Chen Qian."
"Her eyes are swollen like walnuts! I've known her for so long, and I've never seen her cry like this, haha!"
Third Young Master Li was practically gloating, showing no sympathy and instead feeling quite pleased.
So that's what happened!
Lu Chen completely understood his feelings. Although they were relatives, Li Mubai had suffered quite a bit at Chen Qian's hands, and he had often gritted his teeth when talking about her.
Yet he feared Big Brother Li Murong like a tiger and respected Su Daiwan greatly, so he could only endure the losses. Now that Lu Chen had helped him vent his frustrations, it was only natural for him to feel good.
Moreover, the details about Chen Qian had been revealed to Lu Chen by Li Mubai; otherwise, how could Lu Chen have seen through her disguise?
He would inevitably suffer a loss just like Li Mubai.
Lu Chen smiled and said, "Actually, it's nothing much. Just let her realize her mistakes."
Li Mubai was skeptical, "Really? Is it that simple? This girl is not easy to deal with; she's quite formidable!"
He had suffered too many losses and had a significant psychological shadow when it came to Chen Qian.
Lu Chen replied, "No matter how formidable she is, she won't come looking for me again. But you should be careful of her revenge."
Li Mubai was shocked, "Brother Chen, you're not selling me out, are you?"
Lu Chen sighed, "Why would I sell you out? But if she's really that formidable, she should be able to guess that I saw through her act of being a lady. Whoever exposed her will naturally be the one she targets!"
Li Mubai immediately knelt down, "Brother Chen, don't say anything else! I'm booking a plane ticket right now!"
Lu Chen laughed.
After chatting with Li Mubai for a bit longer, he ended the call.
Just as he was about to walk toward the parking spot, Lu Chen suddenly felt someone watching him and instinctively turned his head.
He saw a woman in a white dress standing about ten meters away, their eyes meeting.
She had bright eyes and white teeth, with an exquisite appearance, her eyes sparkling like morning stars, exuding an ethereal quality.
There were many beautiful girls at the conservatory, but none could compare to her.
The gazes directed at her from the surroundings were enough to show her popularity and charm.
Qin Qing?
Lu Chen recognized her identity; she was Qin Qing, whom he had met once at the Yuming Tea Garden.
Qin Qing was a student at the conservatory, studying traditional music. He nodded at her.
Among all the girls Lu Chen knew, Qin Qing was the most outstanding in both appearance and temperament, and her family background was likely quite impressive, making her a true goddess.
However, precisely because of this, Lu Chen didn't have much feeling for her; he only appreciated her without any desire to pursue.
It wasn't that Lu Chen lacked confidence or felt inferior; rather, in his view, girls like Qin Qing were better suited as friends or confidantes. If it came to being a girlfriend or wife... that would be a burden!
Moreover, there are too many beautiful things in the world; some are better admired from a distance.
But what Lu Chen didn't expect was that he hadn't planned to greet her, yet Qin Qing hesitated for a moment and actively walked toward him.
"Lu Chen."
Lu Chen was a bit surprised, "Hello, Qin Qing."
Qin Qing's expression was calm as she asked, "Did you drive here by yourself?"
Lu Chen nodded, "Are you going home? I can give you a ride."
Last time, Qin Qing had helped him get his class attendance card at the conservatory, so if she needed help, it was only right to assist her.
Qin Qing said, "That would be great. I have a guqin to take back to the tea garden."
Lu Chen smiled, "Not a problem."
Lu Chen noticed that Qin Qing was holding a long guqin case. He was somewhat curious, why didn't Qin Qing drive herself? Why did she need to ask him for help?
Surely there would be a bunch of boys willing to help her if she just asked, right?
Of course, he was curious but wouldn't ask.
After all, it was her privacy.
At that moment, a slender boy walked quickly toward them, holding a bouquet of fresh flowers. He clearly had mustered up his courage, staring at Qin Qing with fiery eyes, and presented her with the roses, loudly declaring, "Qin Qing, I like you!"
This boy had been waiting outside the campus for Qin Qing. He had hesitated earlier, but upon seeing her talking to Lu Chen and preparing to leave, he rushed over to confess his feelings without a second thought.
Qin Qing did not accept his flowers and took a step back. "My apologies but I don't feel the same way."
She turned to Lu Chen and said, "Let's go."
Lu Chen suddenly realized. Qin Qing must have noticed this boy's presence and wanted to avoid being entangled by him.
There were already quite a few people around pointing and whispering.
The boy's face turned bright red, but his expression showed that he was not willing to give up easily.
Lu Chen took the guqin case from Qin Qing's hand and smiled at the boy.
Sorry, brother, it's not that I don't want to help you, but you really aren't appealing!
The boy looked as wilted as a frostbitten eggplant. In terms of height and appearance, he was no match for Lu Chen, making him feel powerless.
With Qin Qing in tow, Lu Chen walked toward his parking spot. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly; girls like Qin Qing had a pretty troublesome life. Unless they stayed home, they had to face various pursuits and even harassment.
As Lu Chen was lost in thought, a silver-white Porsche sports car quietly approached and smoothly stopped in front of them, blocking their path. The golden shield emblem on the car gleamed in the sunset.
"Hey, beautiful." The window slid down silently, and the driver leaned out, whistling at Qin Qing and saying, "Come ride in my car; sitting in that old clunker of his doesn't match your identity and beauty!"
Seeing the Porsche blocking their way, Lu Chen's expression instantly turned strange. But Qin Qing didn't get angry; instead, she broke into a charming smile, "Sister Mushi!"
The person who had pulled up was none other than Li Mushi! The Porsche F17 she was driving originally belonged to Li Mubai, and Lu Chen had ridden in it a few times.
Lu Chen hadn't expected Li Mushi to show up here and to know Qin Qing.
Li Mushi smiled and asked, "So, what's going on between you two?"
Qin Qing blushed and explained, "It's nothing; I just asked this Senior for a ride."
"This Senior?" Li Mushi chuckled, "This Senior is my boss, the chairman of my company!"
"Ah?" Qin Qing was taken aback, looking at Lu Chen with disbelief.
She knew Lu Chen was a vagabond singer and had some fame, but she hadn't expected him to have such a relationship with Li Mushi, which truly surprised her.
Qin Qing was very clear about Li Mushi's status!
Li Mushi said, "I came to find him; you two can ride in my car together. Let's get you home first."
Qin Qing quickly regained her composure and smiled, "Thank you, Sister Mushi!"
She opened the car door and sat in the passenger seat.
Li Mushi waved her hand, "No need to thank us, we're sisters! Just be careful of this guy; he's quite the flirt, so don't let him fool you!"
Lu Chen, who had just settled into the back seat, heard the slander and smiled wryly, "Sister Mushi, I'm not a flirt!"
He felt so wronged.
Ever since he started university and began dating Wang Ying, he hadn't actively pursued any other girls. Even now, although he knew several wonderful girls, he hadn't pursued anyone.
Like Ye Zitong, Mu Xiaochu, and even Chen Fei'er. Lu Chen's focus was primarily on his career. With his career still unestablished and family debts unpaid, he wasn't considering personal relationships for the time being.
Li Mushi turned to glance at him, her eyes seemingly saying, "I've seen through you long ago!"
Lu Chen had nothing to say.
Qin Qing smiled and said, "I understand; I'll be careful."
She clearly had a good relationship with Li Mushi, chatting and laughing, completely shedding the earlier aloofness.
Driving the four-door sports car that originally belonged to Li Mubai, Li Mushi first took Qin Qing back to the Yuming Tea Garden.
Then she drove Lu Chen to a private club.
(End of chapter)