My girlfriend is a cellist

Isaac and Yubai Nishikawa walked onto the stage at the same time.

Facing the audience, the two looked at each other, then nodded.

Then, the two of them sat down in their respective seats.

In the quiet golden hall.

As Yubai Nishikawa took the lead in striking the first key.

The two began to play.

A majestic melody, like a sharp blade, rushed out from the strings kneaded by Isaac's fingertips!

No. 6 - Tokyo Rhapsody

This is the title of the song they played.

Obviously, the composer is Yukaku Nishikawa.

Almost as soon as the music started, the atmosphere among the audience immediately ignited, and everyone was quickly attracted by the momentum.

"(Oh! It's Nishikawa-sensei's specialty, Rhapsody!)"

“(Nice! It gives me goosebumps!)”

"(As expected of Mr. Nishikawa's work, it's really beautiful.)"

now,

In the Group B lounge, the German cellist Connor Ortiz, who had just spoken, also closed his eyes, listened quietly, and couldn't help but exclaimed:

“(What a good song.)”

The friend standing next to him asked in confusion at this time,

"(Sorry, am I the only one here who doesn't understand Yukaku Nishikawa?)"

Looking at the lively atmosphere in the lounge, the friend felt out of place, as if he was the only one here who didn't know Yubai Nishikawa, so he couldn't help but ask questions.

"(You didn't do your job well, Mr. Perez.)" Connor laughed.

“(It’s normal for a pianist from Japan not to know anything about it, right?)” the pianist named Perez retorted.

"(He is not only an excellent pianist, but also an outstanding contemporary composer.)"

Connor said,

“(Among them, Mr. Yukaku Nishikawa is also famous for his rhapsody. The famous “Winter Rhapsody” is his work.)”

“(Winter Day is his work?!)”

Perez was surprised.

He may not recognize the person's name, but he will understand the rhapsody when it comes to it.

As one of the most famous rhapsodies of the 21st century, "Winter Rhapsody" can be said to be familiar to many cellists even if they have not learned it.

However, cellists like Perez rarely pay attention to the composer's name when listening to a piece of music unless they play it themselves.

That's why I have no impression of the name "Yubai Nishikawa".

"(Such a talented musician would actually become Isaac's partner!)"

When Perez said this, there was a hint of sourness in his tone.

After all, who wouldn't want to have an all-round pianist who is not only skilled in piano but also proficient in composition as his or her personal accompanist?

Especially a celebrity of Yukaku Nishikawa's level.

"(However, although it is widely rumored that Yukaku Nishikawa's Tokyo series represents the pinnacle of rhapsody in the new era, it is said that even Yukaku Nishikawa's rhapsody was once defeated by a rhapsody composed by another young pianist in a competition, and it was a crushing defeat.)"

"(A miserable defeat?! Teacher Nishikawa??)"

Perez said incredulously.

“(Yes, although it was a piano competition, almost everyone who watched the performance would think that person’s rhapsody was far better than Yukaku Nishikawa’s work, and Mr. Nishikawa himself also thought so.)”

"(There is such a master?)"

In Perez's eyes, Yukaku Nishikawa, who was born in the 90s, is definitely a leader among young composers.

Not to mention how many cellists have listened to "Winter Rhapsody", a world-famous song, even the song on the stage now has no flaws that Perez can find.

Composing music is not something that can be achieved by cheating. If you have the ability, you have the ability, and if you don’t, you don’t.

What kind of young man could make the king of Rhapsody willingly admit that he had "lost"?

"(It's a pity that the young man was too low-key. He even participated in the Sakiguni competition through the special invitation channel. There is very little information about him in the official list. In fact, in his entire career as a pianist, he only participated in that one piano competition and never appeared on any international stage since then.)"

"(Oh my God, it's like Yukaku Nishikawa is his destined nemesis.)" Perez exclaimed.

He has never appeared in any piano competition, but his first appearance was to defeat Yukaku Nishikawa in Sakiguni.

It's like a God-sent!
"(What's his name?)"

"(Lin Tian.)"

Connor said,

"(This is the only name I know.)"

"(He is actually from China.)"

Perez suddenly remembered that there was also a Chinese cellist named "Gan Yanyu" on the competition list this time, and he was always accompanied by a male accompanist.

During the qualifying round, the scandal of "connections" was exposed.

Alas, we are all from China, but why are there so many differences between people?
Perez sighed in his heart and looked at the stage again.

Although we just discussed a lot about Xichuan Youbai's deeds, and even felt jealous of Isaac. But in fact, he also knew very well.

Isn’t Isaac, the cellist who can control Yukaku Nishikawa, also a monster?
Climax is coming.

Isaac pulled the bow in his hand towards the strings with an overwhelming momentum.

In a trance, the stage lights were reflected in Isaac's dark eyes under his thick bangs. Under the light, the man's dark back seemed to unfold with some kind of domain!

An extremely deep sense of oppression gathers all the power at one point. Just when the audience thinks that the music is going to take them into the abyss with such heavy steps, the music suddenly blooms here!

The capriciousness, improvisation and freedom of the rhapsody are fully reflected at this moment.

“(What a terrifying dominance!)”

Many cellists in the audience couldn't help but sigh with gritted teeth.

If I had to describe Isaac's cello - it's like a giant!
As tall as a giant, and as oppressive as a giant that makes people feel unable to breathe.

Just looking up and seeing such a performance is enough to make people despair.

Ordinary humans are like ants in front of them. At first glance, it is impossible to find any weaknesses in the tiny humans.

When the size difference is too great, no matter what means you use to find the opponent's weaknesses, it will be of no avail.

Finally, Isaac and Yubai Nishikawa stood up together, walked to the front of the stage and bowed.

In less than a minute, the judges had already made their comments, and then their scores were announced over the radio:

"(Isaac Maker, 98.42 points)"

"(Current ranking: First place in Group A)"

As soon as the broadcast sounded, many viewers exclaimed:

"(The first 98 points appeared!)"

Among the 19 contestants in Groups A and B that had appeared previously, the highest score was only 96.51 points, and there were only 96 contestants with scores above 5 points.

As soon as Isaac made a move, he directly raised the first place score to over 98 points!
"(As expected, he is the favorite to win this competition.)"

Connor was shocked.

After Isaac's performance, the pressure on the contestants behind him was extremely great.

I just don't know which unlucky guy will play next.
When Brian's figure appeared on the big screen, many pianists were stunned again.

Another tough character!

Hypnos Bryan is a cellist and pioneer of contemporary American pop music.

In an era when pop music became increasingly important, Brian redefined pop music with the cello and won the championship of the American Cello Competition.

Although it is said that Brian is unruly and often judges people by their background.

But this still doesn't change the fact that his skills surpass those of most cellists here.

"(only.)"

Even though he knew that Bryan would be the next to play, Connor was still not optimistic.

There are many strong cello players in this competition.

“(Even if it’s Brian, after watching that performance just now, his mentality must have been affected.)”

Brian walked onto the stage. Looking down from here, many audience members gave him worried or complicated looks.

Brian knew those looks.

He knew that these people were worried about Isaac's condition because of his performance just now.

Most people are watching him for fun.

but--

I'm going to disappoint them.

Brian smiled in his heart, then sat down on the chair.

They don't understand at all.

The pride that comes from Hypnos Brian's bones!
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The cello plays.

As soon as the music came out, the audience responded immediately.

What a confident piano sound!

It's almost the moment when the melody starts and the bow touches the strings.

The bold and surging rhythm of "Texas Dance No. 5" immediately swept the entire Golden Hall.

Sounds good!

Backstage, Connor and Paynes were both shocked.

It was not affected at all!

What kind of mentality is this?!

now,

Brian's body sat on the stage while playing.

But the audience seemed to see Brian wearing a suit, standing on the stage, dancing gracefully.

Confident and assertive look.

He is like a proud dancer who doesn't care about anything around him. All he has to do is wave his body and show his charm to everyone.

So strong!

The audience sighed in their hearts.

At this point, let’s not talk about how charming this piece of music is.

The aura emanating from Brian alone is enough to make people intoxicated.

Backstage.

Even Gan Yanyu's eyes widened slightly at this moment.

"Eh"

"What's wrong?" Lin Tian asked.

"I thought he was an idiot. Surprisingly, he's quite capable."

"really."

Lin Tian expressed his approval.

Although he accidentally stuffed the tissue into his hand while taking a shit, this was a joke he made up to appease Gan Yanyu.

But the look that Brian showed was indeed very funny.

It's still the most typical one in Japanese comics.

Arrogant and unruly.

It's very annoying.

However, he is different from ordinary clowns.

The more ordinary clowns behave in this ferocious manner, the more it shows that they are empty and fragile inside.

But Brian's rebelliousness seemed real.

His pride really comes from the bottom of his heart, the pride in his own background and his own music.

Moreover, he can transform such pride into his unique charm.

That's why he was able to continue his performance without being affected even after Isaac scored a high score of 98.

Because he doesn't care at all.

Whether it is for Isaac or other pianists.

How shameless.
Lin Tian smiled and sighed in his heart.

Although, he still hated such people.

As the music ends.

Brian walked to the front of the stage and bowed to the audience with an extremely elegant gesture.

The audience burst into warm applause.

After a while, a voice came from the radio:
"(Hypnos Brian, 97.31 points.)"

“(Current ranking: first in Group B).”

The audience below the stage suddenly exclaimed.

“(It’s amazing that under such high pressure, he was able to score 97 points!)”

“(Although it’s a little bit off, his personal charm is really full!)”

“(This is already amazing. This is only the second stage. Who will win the finals is still unknown!)”

The audience was talking about it. The two consecutive explosive performances brought the atmosphere of the entire Golden Hall to its highest point.

Among the cellists backstage, some who were unconvinced were rubbing their hands, eager to give it a try, while others were so desperate after watching these two performances that they even wanted to withdraw from the competition on the spot!

How can such a perverted pianist play two instruments at once, and at the same time?!
As cellists, they already knew that the gap in talent could not be made up.

We ourselves are already trying our best to ignore this fact and try to narrow the gap with more efforts.

But I never thought that I would see such a performance before I went on stage.

This is too torturous!
If they remember correctly.

Isaac, born in 88.

Brian, born in 95.

Both of them are very young, but they put on a godly performance in this golden hall.

The talent revealed at this age alone is enough to make people's eyes go dark.

Now, compared to the feeling of despair.

They also have a much more interesting mentality.

——The next contestant.

Who is the next contestant?
After these two god-level performances, can the next pianist really complete the performance?

That's what everyone thought just now before Brian came on stage.

Unexpectedly, Brian is also a monster, and he is arrogant and confident to the extreme.
Then the next person experienced this double BUFF.

Are your hands really not shaking?!

Many cellists find it terrifying just to put themselves in their shoes.

"(The next contestant is Gan Yanyu.)"

As the radio sounds.

Many people suddenly fell silent for a second.

The pianist in Lounge No. 4 watched a man and a woman walk out.

Such a familiar name.
Many people remembered.

Wasn’t this the same pianist who was pointed at and called a “connected person” by a black guy during the qualifying round?
Is it because of this that the people with connections have to come into play at this time?

Many European and American pianists who had long been dissatisfied with them could not help but begin to gloat over their misfortune.

At this moment, Perez, who had been staring at the list, frowned, as if he felt something was wrong.

He came over, handed the list to Connor, and asked:
"(Look at the name of this accompaniment. Is it the 'LinTian' you mentioned?)" (End of this chapter)