A long hair reaching the waist, smooth and silky, a graceful figure, suddenly appeared in most people's sight.

Although the lighting was dim, most people could only see a part of her hazy profile, but there was no doubt that her stunning beauty was evident.

Combining with what Lu Zheng just said, if the numerous guests still didn't know that Si Lingxi was the woman who spoke just now, they could go back to elementary school to retake Chinese lessons.

"I was wrong..."

"Shh!"

One person spoke out, and a group of people glared angrily, scaring the speaker into trembling, quickly retreating, calming down, and quietly enjoying.

...

A few minutes passed, and the piece "Phoenix Welcoming the Phoenix" finally ended, with the Xiao sound fading away.

The scene remained quiet for a moment until Lu Zheng got up, returned to his seat, and, embracing Si Lingxi, sat down, and then the scene became lively again.

"Oh my God!"

"A duet of the Zither and Jade Flute, can it really sound this good?"

"What is this song? The same tune but different emotions, it's amazing! Forgive my ignorance, I've never heard it before..."

"Sister Ling, did you forget what that man said just now?"

"Oh my god! Could it be?"

On stage, the girl in Hanfu also finally reacted, hurriedly bowing repeatedly towards Lu Zheng's direction, speaking with a respectful and apprehensive tone.

"I'm sorry! I'm very sorry! It's my inadequate skills to shamelessly display my art. I will practice diligently when I return, and will not perform publicly until I've mastered it!"

"Miss, don't be like this, you actually played well, you just had bad luck."

"Yes, your luck was just too bad, perfectly running into a formidable big shot."

"These two big shots are not ordinary people, I suggest you immediately go and hold onto their thighs."

"Miss, don't underestimate yourself, actually, you played quite well, but boss, let's play some light music next."

Girl in Hanfu: o(╥﹏╥)o

It's not a fear of not knowing quality, but a fear of comparisons between the goods, and such was the case for comparisons between people, the inferior would be overshadowed.

If it weren't for Lu Zheng and Si Lingxi, these guests would have thought the girl in Hanfu played well, not much different from what they see on TV.

However, after hearing the duet of Lu Zheng and Si Lingxi, they definitely wouldn't be able to listen to the Hanfu girl's playing for a while.

No reason, it tortures the ears, unpleasant to listen to.

...

Lu Zheng returned to his seat, Si Lingxi came forward to greet, their pairs of phoenix eyes exchanged a smile, eyes sparkling, a spark faintly appearing.

Lin Wan, Liu Qingyan, and Shen Ying all applauded together.

If Lu Zheng's earlier "Phoenix Seeking Phoenix" made them a little sour, then the "Phoenix Welcoming Wind" by Si Lingxi afterward left them without any envy.

They couldn't do it anyway.

However…

Shen Ying took hold of Lu Zheng and lightly rubbed with softness against his arm, "I also want a piece~"

Lu Zheng raised his hand in surrender, "Everyone will get one! I'll make 'Peach Blossoms' for you."

Nowadays, Lu Zheng's composition skills are quite advanced, with the foundation of the "Classic of Poetry," crafting an ancient piece isn't much of an issue.

Liu Qingyan, though, shyly smiled, "No need for Qingyan, Qingyan doesn't understand music."

Shen Ying playfully began to tickle Liu Qingyan, the women softly giggling in the booth, having a great time together.

And outside the booth, although light music began playing, the many guests' discussion points remained focused on Lu Zheng's table.

"So nice to listen to!"

"There was no background music just now, just a pure Zither solo and a Zither-Xiao duet."

"The emotions were entirely immersed, I could almost see two Phoenixes with my eyes closed."

"I finally understand what the mental realm of Hua Country's classical music is."

"I used to think it was pretentious, but actually, it's because no one could achieve it."

"The person even carries a Xiao with them, truly a classical musician."

"So beautiful..."

"And the lady just now was so pretty..."

"The guy was really handsome too!"

"Why haven't they debuted? If those two debuted together, wouldn't they be a killer combo? I want to be their fangirl."

"Why don't you go ask them?"

"No, I don't dare."

Although Lu Zheng was courteous, Si Lingxi acted as though no one else was there, and most guests, after listening to the music and recalling their earlier remarks, felt somewhat ashamed and couldn't bring themselves to approach.

Only the Hanfu girl, having changed into casual clothes, saw that Lu Zheng and the others hadn't left yet and finally mustered the courage to approach.

"Hello, everyone!"

The girl took a deep breath and then bowed again, "My name is Gu Tingting, um, I'm really sorry for earlier..."

Lu Zheng waved his hand, "No need to apologize, actually, it wasn't your fault. We just couldn't keep listening."

Gu Tingting, "..."

"Um..."

Gu Tingting looked at Si Lingxi, a flash of amazement in her eyes, timidly saying, "Did you just play 'Phoenix Seeking Phoenix'? I've never heard it, is it newly composed? I think you play better than my teacher..."

Gu Tingting forced herself to find something to say.

Lin Wan, unable to bear seeing the girl looking so pitiful, gestured to her and said, "Sit down and talk."

Feeling Lin Wan's goodwill, Gu Tingting saw no objection from the others, quickly sitting on the edge of the booth.

Then, taking advantage of the dim light in the booth, she clearly saw the appearance of the other two women.

Gu Tingting was directly stunned!

At Hai City Music Academy, there might not be a designated beauty pageant, but she was undoubtedly the beauty of the folk music department, with a solid family education, sound foundation, and good character and academics, calling herself a school beauty was not an exaggeration.

However, facing the four beauties in front of her, Gu Tingting felt she instantly turned into an ugly duckling.

Sure enough, when a person is beautiful enough, they don't need foil, instead, competing with other beauties, they become even more dazzling.

"You all are so beautiful!" Gu Tingting blurted out in admiration.

"The little girl really knows how to talk!" Shen Ying said with a giggle.

At this time, Gu Tingting also saw Shen Ying lying beside Liu Qingyan, with her fair little foot placed on Lu Zheng's thigh.

Gu Tingting: (°ー°〃)

Lu Zheng patted Shen Ying's calf, gesturing for her to withdraw her foot, and then he turned to Gu Tingting, asking, "Is there something you need?"

"No, nothing..."

Gu Tingting hurriedly shook her head, "I just couldn't resist asking about such beautiful folk music, is it a new composition?"

Lu Zheng nodded, "This is a new piece composed by me based on 'Phoenix Seeking Phoenix,' and my girlfriend, having only heard it once, could echo it with another type of emotion. Would you say her music talent surpasses mine?"

Gu Tingting looked at Si Lingxi, her eyes involuntarily lit up, repeatedly nodding, "You are truly amazing!"

Then quickly realizing, she also apologized to Lu Zheng again and again, "Sorry, um, you are also great, better than my teacher, better than my mom!"

Lu Zheng nodded as if by right, having added so many Lights of Fortune to himself, if he still couldn't surpass the teachers and parents of music academy students, he might as well smash his Jade Seal.

After some awkward chatting, Gu Tingting finally mustered the courage to ask Si Lingxi, "C-can I add you as a friend? Can I seek your guidance when I have questions?"

Si Lingxi's phoenix eyes flashed as she gently shook her head, as, in her eyes, Gu Tingting's aptitude was too low.

But just as she was about to refuse, she suddenly thought that it was because of Gu Tingting that Lu Zheng publicly played "Phoenix Seeking Phoenix" for her, otherwise, with his lazy personality, who knows how long he'd hide.

Thinking of this, Si Lingxi nodded, speaking calmly, "Alright, but I don't often use my phone and may not reply to everything."

"No rush, no rush, it's okay if you can choose to reply to a few when you have time, or none at all, I'd be honored to simply see the performances you post in your social circle!" Gu Tingting hurriedly said.

Gu Tingting added Si Lingxi as a friend and, having the good sense, dared not add Lu Zheng. She then bowed again, and left happily.

The group exchanged smiles, finished the remaining snacks and drinks on the table, and then got up to leave under the watchful eyes of the crowd.

...

Back home, the inspired Fire Phoenix naturally monopolized Lu Zheng for the night.

The studious Liu Qingyan didn't get jealous, holding a pile of medical books for intensive study behind closed doors.

Meanwhile, Shen Ying and Lin Wan exchanged glances, picked up their phones, opened a game, and started blowing off steam.

...

On the internet, a long video shot in a dimly lit bar was gradually gaining popularity.