Meng Lianxin had many attractive women around her, but their married lives were not ideal.
If a man desired it, he could stay home for a night, and after it was over, he would leave without a second thought.
Therefore, Meng Lianxin firmly believed that women should prioritize high education and talent, with appearance being secondary.
Meng Lianxin sighed internally, unable to comprehend why Yang Mange had fallen for such a superficial man.
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Su Yang looked at Meng Lianxin seriously and asked, "Then what do you think should be prioritized?"
Meng Lianxin replied earnestly, "I believe that when you men choose a partner, you should focus on inner qualities, not just looks."
As they were chatting, someone from the next table suddenly approached.
"Exactly, Miss Meng is absolutely right!"
Hearing a third voice, Su Yang and Meng Lianxin turned to look.
The newcomer wore a black hat, had short, curly blonde hair, glasses, and was dressed in a neat suit.
"Miss Meng, hello, my name is Aaron. I graduated from the Berklee College of Music in Great Britain and am a musician!"
Aaron smiled slightly, his expression not hiding his arrogance.
Meng Lianxin frowned slightly, trying hard to recall who the person in front of her was, "Sir, have we met before?"
Aaron bowed with gentlemanly grace and naturally sat down next to Su Yang.
Aaron had seen Meng Lianxin from afar earlier. The appearance of this rising star singer from Longguo in the restaurant had initially made him think he was mistaken.
It wasn't until he heard from a friend that Meng Lianxin was participating in a live variety show that he thought he could seize this opportunity for fame and fortune.
"It's normal that Miss Meng doesn't recognize me, but I've heard that your songwriting and composition are first-class. I'm also a musician, and I'd be happy to discuss it with you."
Though it sounded like a casual conversation, Aaron was actually showering Meng Lianxin with praise.
Su Yang was speechless. Was this what foreigners called a gentleman?
How could he sit there without even asking for his permission?
Meng Lianxin offered a polite smile, unfazed, as she heard such compliments daily.
It was Su Yang's sarcastic remarks that truly caught her attention.
Aaron's gaze swept over Meng Lianxin, and he secretly swallowed. She was indeed a beautiful woman of both talent and looks.
"Miss Meng, since we share a common interest, would you like to have dinner together and discuss music?"
Aaron made a gesture of invitation, appearing very polite.
At this moment, the Douyu live stream chat exploded.
[Holy crap! Su Shao's love rival has appeared?]
[Does anyone know who this 'golden cat' is? Why is he stealing Su Shao's spotlight?]
[This is exciting! If I were Su Yang, I'd have my subordinates beat him up. Su Yang is so rich.]
[That won't do. So many people are watching, and it's a society governed by law.]
[Is the director team eating shit? Don't they know someone is causing trouble? Why haven't they sent staff to handle it?]
In the backstage area, Cheng Tao also saw a third party entering the frame.
He had initially intended to stop it, but seeing the increased popularity of the chat, he decided to let the show continue.
"Miss Meng, feel free to do as you please. I won't pause the stream for now," Cheng Tao said into his earpiece.
Meng Lianxin put away her smile and, after some thought, shook her head and refused, "I'm sorry, I'm busy with something right now."
Aaron was not discouraged. If a woman of this caliber didn't know how to refuse, it would be too boring.
Things that were too easily obtained were less interesting and lacked the thrill of conquest.
Aaron pondered for a few seconds, then noticed a piano in the restaurant.
Didn't Meng Lianxin love music?
He decided to play to her strengths and seize the opportunity to impress the vast audience.
"Miss Meng, as this is our first meeting, allow me to present a piece of music for you."
Aaron stood up and walked over, signaling the pianist to step aside so he could play.
Aaron, holding his hat, bowed to the guests at various tables before sitting down and gently placing his fingers on the piano keys.
—Dong dong qiang!
Meng Lianxin recognized it as a piece from Great Britain, "Forever Love."
Eternal love!
Aaron swayed his head and body, his fingers moving quickly and slowly, the melody rising and falling dramatically.
There was a subtle hint of unrequited love, a tragic romance.
The surrounding guests also applauded enthusiastically.
Hearing the praise, Aaron felt secretly pleased. He had practiced this song at least a hundred times, waiting for just such an opportunity.
Meng Lianxin listened casually for a while. It wasn't as good as her own playing, but for ordinary people, it was more than enough.
She glanced at Su Yang, noticing he was also listening.
Could this nouveau riche be feeling provoked?
Meng Lianxin turned to Su Yang and asked, "Mr. Su, what do you think of his performance?"
"This is Longguo. Chinese culture is king!"
Su Yang said indifferently, sighing inwardly that there were no songs he loved to listen to in this world.
In the Douyu live stream, countless viewers posted comments.
[Su Shao is so domineering! I don't like this foreign tune either.]
[This piece is just so-so. I still prefer Goddess Meng Lianxin's songs.]
[Ahhh, will the Goddess sing live?]
[Why would she sing now? Can't you see the female goddess is about to be snatched away?]
[Sigh, I have to admit, men who are good at music do have a certain charm.]
Meng Lianxin thought Su Yang was just being jealous of Aaron's talent and was giving a perfunctory response.
"Mr. Su, Aaron is playing this piece for me. Someone is openly competing for a woman with you. Can you tolerate this?"
Meng Lianxin deliberately provoked him, wanting to see how Su Yang would handle the situation.
At the same time, she wanted Yang Mange to see the true caliber of the man she had chosen.
Su Yang said calmly, "Mediocre."
At this moment, Aaron completed his performance and returned to Meng Lianxin.
"Miss Meng, why are you casting pearls before swine? Only those who understand music can appreciate its beauty."
Aaron looked at Su Yang and sneered.
Meng Lianxin pretended to ponder, wanting to gauge Su Yang's reaction.
Aaron assumed she agreed with his sentiment and invited her again, "Miss Meng, would you like to come over and sit with me?"
Meng Lianxin asked Su Yang, "Should I go over?"
Before Su Yang could reply, Meng Lianxin leaned in and whispered in his ear, "The director said there are thirty million people watching the live stream. If I go over, you'll lose a lot of face."
With that, Meng Lianxin smiled slightly and turned to walk towards another table.
Aaron beamed, thinking his plan was working. The fish had finally taken the bait, and he was sure to win the beauty today.
Damn it!
Su Yang cursed inwardly. This Meng Lianxin was pushing him.
"Ahem, well, to be honest, I am also a musician."
Meng Lianxin stopped in her tracks, and Aaron's smile gradually froze.
Aaron asked sternly, "Mr. Su, which music conservatory did you graduate from? Why haven't I heard of you?"
Meng Lianxin had been about to sit down and have a drink. Su Yang had just ruined Aaron's good intentions, so how could he not be angry?
"Longguo Royal Conservatory of Music, Songhai Branch!"
Upon hearing Su Yang's words, not only Aaron but also Meng Lianxin was bewildered.
"The Longguo Royal Conservatory of Music, Songhai Branch, where is that?"