Chapter 1653: Chapter 1955: Leaving the Music Industry (2)
Hearing Gao Liang’s shout, Su Lin turned around and glanced at him, but soon she retracted her gaze and ignored him again, which made Gao Liang feel a bit discouraged.
At seven-thirty sharp, the stage lights turned on, and at the same time, a thrilling music resounded throughout the night sky, instantly igniting the passion of the entire audience.
Cheers, shouts, all converged into three words, Tang Shiyun!
Amidst the anticipation of everyone, dressed in a simple white long dress, Tang Shiyun had her long hair pinned up and appeared with an elegant look, slowly stepping onto the stage along the stairs at the back of the platform. As she appeared, the music immediately transformed into a soothing, gentle melody, perfectly accentuating her pure and graceful aura.
Watching Tang Shiyun walk to the center of the stage, the corner of Ling Chen’s mouth slightly curled up, carrying a hint of joyful smile. No matter how long it has been, Tang Shiyun remained as before, pure and adorable, giving a sense of immaculate innocence.
It is said that the entertainment industry is a chaotic place, but Tang Shiyun delved deep into it and managed to stay uncontaminated, always maintaining her self, never tainted. Perhaps this is also an important reason why she has always been deeply loved by the audience.
Amidst the lyrical music, Tang Shiyun smiled, surveyed the audience present, and then picked up the microphone in her hand. Her lips parted slightly, and her sweet voice flowed through the stage acoustics like a clear stream into the ears of the people. At this moment, the noisy scene gradually quieted down, as if everyone was infected by her singing, immersed in that tranquility.
Unconsciously, a song ended, yet all the audience remained absorbed in her singing, unable to extricate themselves for a long time. After a while, as everyone regained their senses, thunderous applause erupted at the scene.
"Hello everyone, I am Tang Shiyun. Thank you very much for coming to listen to my singing. Today, although I’ve been invited to attend the anniversary celebration, I have something I want to tell you using tonight’s stage opportunity. Tonight may be my last performance on stage."
After listening to Tang Shiyun’s words, the entire scene exploded instantly.
Last time? What does this mean? Everyone murmured to each other, all speculating about the reason. Not only the audience on site, but even Ling Chen was stunned.
What’s this girl trying to do? Why suddenly say such a thing, is she intending to stop singing?
At this moment, all eyes were fixed on Tang Shiyun, with some die-hard fans loudly crying out why in the crowd.
Tang Shiyun held the microphone and calmly said, "Thank you all for your support and companionship over the years. I know my decision will disappoint many who like me, but please understand that besides singing, I found there are many things in life waiting for me to do. If I don’t do them now, I fear the future me will regret it for life. So please cherish tonight with me and let this stage forever be remembered in your memories."
Once the words fell, Tang Shiyun gently nodded to the band, and music played again. Although the melody was cheerful, the atmosphere on site still held a trace of sadness and reluctance.
"Why does she have to leave?" Su Lin turned her head and asked Ling Chen.
Ling Chen shook his head and said, "I don’t know, she never mentioned this to me."
"Really?"
"Why would I lie to you?" After saying this, Ling Chen once again focused his gaze on Tang Shiyun on the stage. With sharp eyes, he quickly noticed the glistening tears in Tang Shiyun’s eyes.
Crying... this girl... Ling Chen sighed lightly, feeling as if his heart was clogged.
In the blink of an eye, the originally scheduled twenty-minute performance lasted a full hour. When the last song ended, Tang Shiyun walked to the front of the stage, bowed deeply to thank the audience below, and watched Tang Shiyun’s figure gradually disappear on the stage. The audience immediately went crazy, the waves of sound getting louder, all shouting Tang Shiyun’s name, hoping she would stay.
Standing on the steps, Tang Shiyun paused slightly, then turned back, smiling with tears on her cheeks, waved to the audience in greeting, and then turned around and took big steps down the stage.
Although Tang Shiyun left, the audience on site was reluctant to disperse for a long time, everyone was eagerly discussing why Tang Shiyun suddenly announced her withdrawal from the music scene. She is still so young, her future limitless, leaving now is like self-destructing prospects.
"Let’s go," Ling Chen gently patted Su Lin’s shoulder and said.
Su Lin said, "Aren’t you going to ask her about it?"
"No need," Ling Chen shook his head and said, "I believe she has her own reasons, I don’t need to interfere with her decision."
Coming out of the crowd, Ling Chen looked at the time, it was just before nine o’clock. At this time, Gao Liang and his group stood not far away, whispering among themselves, yet Ling Chen could sense their eyes continuously scanning over this way.
"Are you heading home or hanging out with your classmates?"
"Going home, it’s boring to be with them."
"Then I’ll drive you home." Saying that, Ling Chen led Su Lin to where he parked his car.
Seeing the two about to leave, Gao Liang and his group quickly approached and called out, "Lin, where are you going?"
Su Lin replied coolly, "Home."
"Lin, it’s still early, what’s the fun in going home alone." Luo Xianxian linked arms with Su Lin and said, "Why don’t we find a place to hang out? KTV or hit a bar, you choose."
Su Lin glanced at Ling Chen beside her, and Ling Chen smiled, saying, "I’ll get in the car first."
"Lin, it’s rare for us old classmates to gather together, you don’t need to spoil the fun. I heard from Gao Liang that his friend opened a bar, why don’t we go there and chill?"
"Not interested, don’t invite me to these gatherings again." Without Ling Chen by her side, Su Lin’s tone suddenly turned cold, "Xianxian, I considered you a friend, so I accepted your invitation, but you conspired with others against me, is this something a friend should do?"
Upon hearing this, Luo Xianxian’s expression changed slightly, quickly saying, "Lin, you must have misunderstood, when have I ever schemed against you, you..."
"Don’t think I can’t see through your act with Gao Liang, even if he wants to pursue me, don’t use such tactics, and don’t drag my friends into it, I despise people like that the most. Fortunately, Ling Chen doesn’t pursue it, otherwise, you would have brought misery on yourself." After saying this, Su Lin shook off Luo Xianxian’s hand, turned and opened the car door to get in.
As the car drove along the road, Ling Chen looked at Su Lin with no expression, smiled and asked, "What’s the matter?"
"Nothing, just feel people aren’t as simple anymore," Su Lin said with a deep sense of feeling: "In school, everyone was very innocent, not so calculating, now entering society, feels like everyone has changed."
