The rising morning sun illuminated the entire sky.
Under the azure sky, the scenery of Qingzhou City was clearly visible behind the young man for the first time.
At that moment, it was as if the whole city was under Lin Tian's feet.
Sunlight bathed the handsome teenager's face, and a gentle breeze blew, full of youthful spirit.
"You... help me?" Gan Yanyu widened her eyes.
"Yes."
Having struck a cool pose, Lin Tian leapt down to the ground,
"I am but a humble man with a bit of understanding in music."
"Especially classical music."
Upon hearing "classical music," the girl's pupils visibly shook.
The first time Gan Yanyu and Lin Tian met on the balcony, Lin Tian had easily recognized that she was playing classical music.
Therefore, Gan Yanyu was rather inclined to believe that Lin Tian knew about music.
"I can compose, but my playing skills are quite average, so we can collaborate."
"Collaborate?"
"I compose, you play, and when necessary, I can accompany you on the piano," said Lin Tian.
Cello performances with piano accompaniment are a very classic combination.
And indeed, it's the official arrangement for many cello competitions.
From the first time he met Gan Yanyu.
With the experience of two lifetimes, Lin Tian could see this girl had exceptional talent and a promising future.
With the right guidance, Lin Tian believed he could make a big splash!
"So what do I need to do for you?" asked Gan Yanyu.
"It's simple."
Lin Tian said with a smile, having already thought it through earlier that day,
"Join me in making short videos!"
Lin Tian said.
In the internet-famous city of Qingzhou.
As high school students with talent, the quickest and easiest way to earn money and fame without affecting their college entrance exams
is to make short videos on Douyin; it's a pretty good choice.
Almost the instant Lin Tian spoke, the system interface popped up.
[Producer task released—]
[Task Objective: Compose a piece, release a short video with a partner's musical instrument performance, and receive over 10,000 real-person likes!]
[Task Deadline: 5 days]
[Task Reward: 10,000 yuan (legitimate source, please rest assured to use)]
Cash reward?!
Seeing the 10,000 yuan, waves of excitement surged in Lin Tian's heart.
For him at this time, hard cash was far more tangible than any other reward.
In fact, due to recent difficulties in scheduling, Lin Tian's account balance had been teetering on the edge.
Moreover, he had been in arrears with the rent for two months; it was only because the landlady was kind-hearted that she had let him delay the payment for so long.
If he could really get this money, Lin Tian could alleviate a significant amount of pressure!
"What is making short videos?"
Gan Yanyu asked curiously.
This question was something Lin Tian hadn't expected.
Sure enough, a girl with a WeChat name like "Sunshine After Rain" and a conservative profile picture typical of her mother's generation.
Not being familiar with the internet was quite normal.
"You can understand it as recording your performance videos and making them into short videos, and then posting them on short video platforms like 'Douyin'."
"I see..."
Gan Yanyu pondered, nodding her head.
She understood when he mentioned video platforms.
While abroad, she would occasionally go on Youtube to watch live broadcasts or recordings of music competitions.
"I'll assist you in cello competitions, and you'll join me in making short videos."
"Let's collaborate and become partners, how about that?"
Lin Tian extended his hand, grinning.
Partners, huh...?
Looking at the boy's radiant smile.
Gan Yanyu paused for a moment.
Then, as if driven by some unknown force,
The girl also extended her hand.
"Alright."
Gan Yanyu said.
The sunlight shone on the young man and woman, their hands firmly clasped together.
From this moment on, Lin Tian's [partner] was officially bonded...
Gan Yanyu didn't ask Lin Tian about composing nor did she inquire about his piano skills.
But in Gan Yanyu's heart.
The teenager before her was a person worth trusting.
Or rather, standing by his side, she would possess something she had lost for a long time—security...
It didn't matter about those other things.
As long as she stood with Lin Tian, she had the courage to face anything...
Gan Yanyu let go of her hand.
"Lin Tian."
"Hm?"
"Thank you, thank you for bringing me to this place."
"If you keep being so formal, I'll feel like all my efforts today have been in vain."
Lin Tian helplessly held his forehead.
They had been so open with each other, yet Gan Yanyu spoke as if she were a non-player character (NPC).
However, the girl before him.
Somehow, her cheeks had turned a deep red.
"I'm sorry, our handshake just now was too ceremonial... a bit too serious. It feels like if I don't say thank you, it'd be very like...."
Gan Yanyu muttered quietly, her head slowly lowering.
"Here we go again!"
Lin Tian put his hands on his hips, "Gan Yanyu!"
"Ah?"
Gan Yanyu, like a little girl called out during military training drills, trembled and lifted her head.
Lin Tian reached out, pinching Gan Yanyu's cheeks.
Soft, slippery, seemingly not chubby, but surprisingly easy to pinch.
Lin Tian forced Gan Yanyu's face into a smile.
"Weren't you cool when we shook hands just now? Smile, be confident!"
"After all, you are also an 18-year-old professional cellist!"
Lin Tian said earnestly.
"Hmm..."
Gan Yanyu, like a little rabbit, murmured and lowered her head.
Her cheeks reddened even more...
It seemed that this tactic didn't work on Gan Yanyu.
Just then, as if remembering something,
Lin Tian immediately pulled out his phone.
6:12.
Damn it, this is the suburbs.
I'm going to be late for school!
He nearly forgot, the pitiful high schooler still had classes to attend!!
He quickly turned around, running towards the direction of the road.
"Go back and rest well, see you tomorrow."
"Tomorrow, I will write a song for you, come find me then!"
Watching Lin Tian's retreating figure.
Gan Yanyu reminisced about everything tonight.
Gradually, a sweet smile formed on the girl's lips.
...
...
This morning, five classes, two math classes, and one PE class.
But since the PE teacher called in sick, it ended up being three consecutive math classes.
Lin Tian didn't dare to think about how blissfully he could sleep.
Just arriving at school, Lin Tian plonked his head on the desk and began to fall into a deep sleep.
Under the maths teacher's sleep-inducing lecture, Lin Tian slept very soundly...
This was probably the most satisfying sleep Lin Tian had ever had in school.
Until he wasn't sure when, a voice calling his name woke him.
"Lin Tian!"
"Lin Tian!!"
Lin Tian suddenly lifted his head, only to see the classroom empty except for Xu Yong, who was still sitting next to him calling out.
"It's already lunch break."
Xu Yong frowned, looking worried, "My Tian, are you alright?"
"I'm fine, just didn't get enough sleep."
Lin Tian yawned, stretching languidly.
He looked around him, trying to clear his sleepy head.
"What did you do last night with Gan Yanyu? You didn't pull an all-nighter, did you..."
Xu Yong cursed in frustration, "Nevermind that, check this out first!"
Saying this, Xu Yong took out his phone and opened Douyin.
Lin Tian, still groggy, suddenly widened his eyes.
The video showed Lin Tian playing the piano from last night from the perspective of a passerby.
The likes had already reached 120,000.
"Damn kid, you've gone viral!" Xu Yong said angrily.