Transmigrated into the body of a villain, I became my sister's savior.

This restaurant is very expensive.

Given Lin Jianshen and Xia Tingwan's current financial situation, they absolutely cannot afford to consume this.

As Xia Tingwan passed by the cashier, she glanced at the price list and secretly clicked her tongue in amazement.

Xu Yan was clearly a regular customer. The waiter, dressed in ancient costume, nodded to her and then respectfully led the way.

They walked through a corridor adorned with modern ink paintings and arrived at a quiet private room.

The private room is in a Chinese style, simple and elegant. One wall is a sliding window made of carved Hainan rosewood, with a stage right in front of it, offering a great view.

After everyone was seated, an emcee dressed in a traditional long gown opened the window and stood on the right side of the stage.

He drew out his words, calling out with great reverence, "Distinguished guests, please take your seats, and let the elegant music begin..."

Before the last note had even faded, he held a small mallet and gently struck a small chime in his hand.

"Thump..."

The clear, melodious chimes of the bell spread like ripples on water, their lingering resonance echoing long afterward.

Then, the stage lights came on one by one.

More than ten female dancers dressed in Warring States style, with deep robes and curved hems, quietly appeared.

There was a small drum at each person's feet.

The dancers stood still, like a painting.

It's as if it came from the depths of time.

The moment the last lingering echo of the bell completely dissipated.

Bells and drums sounded in unison.

The deep, resonant sounds of the chime bells and the stirring, rousing sounds of the drums suddenly rang out!

The dancers on stage moved in unison, their movements synchronized and graceful.

They stood barefoot, with delicate chains adorned with jade beads around their ankles, atop the drum.

As the body rotates and shifts, the beaded chain strikes the drumhead, producing a crisp and lively rhythm that cleverly harmonizes with the grand music of bells and drums.

The dancers' singing then began, melodious and far-reaching:

"Green are your robes, deep is my longing. Though I do not go to you, will you not send me a message?"

"Green are your jade pendants, deep is my longing. Though I do not go to you, will you not come to me?"

"Looking around, reaching out, at the city gate!"

"A day apart feels like three months!"

The long sleeves billowed like a sea of ​​clouds, and the skirt rippled like waves.

The dancers, with their expressive eyes and graceful demeanor, perfectly captured the longing and elegance of the ancient poems.

Having lived two lifetimes, this was the first time Lin Jianshen had ever seen such a performance up close.

I was deeply impressed by this Chinese aesthetic.

No wonder there have been so many incompetent rulers in history.

If he were to travel back in time, he would faint.

Zhong Ran picked up a candied fruit and smiled at Xu Yan, "The Pan Gu dance? Or is it a dance reconstructed from the dancing figurines unearthed from the Han and Tang dynasties?"

"Such a big show, just for us?"

"Yan Yan, you've really gone all out this time."

Xu Yan smiled and said, "It's indeed not cheap, after all, the actors here are very expensive."

"It's said that even interns are paid 10,000 yuan a month."

Xia Tingwan was taken aback: "So tall?"

She used to work in a restaurant, clearing plates, washing dishes, and mopping the floor. She was exhausted and only earned 100 yuan a day during peak season.

Xu Yan said, "Yes, it is a technical job after all."

"However, their recruitment requirements are very high. At the very least, you must have gone to university and graduated with a relevant major."

Xu Yan picked up her water glass, took a sip of tea, and said, "Tingwan, you have a good voice. If you get into university and choose a related major to further your studies..."

"I'm sure I can stand on such a stage, and maybe even become a pillar of the show."

"By then, earning over ten thousand a month will be a breeze."

Lin Jianshen suddenly smiled.

He picked up his teacup and said, "Teacher Xu, you've really put in a lot of effort. I'd like to toast you."

"Don't worry, now that I've agreed to let my sister go to school, I won't interfere with her anymore."

"If she develops this interest in the future, I will support her."

Zhong Ran picked up her teacup and began to watch the play.

Xu Yan and Zhong Ran are different.

Zhong Ran needs to control her weight, otherwise it will affect her image on camera.

Xu Yan didn't have so many concerns; she was a seasoned food enthusiast.

They are VIP customers of many restaurants.

She had so many places to choose from, but she chose this one.

That's exactly what led to these remarks.

A person's first impression is very difficult to change.

Despite seeing some changes, Xu Yan was still afraid that Lin Jianshen would force Xia Tingwan to drop out of school again.

Lin Jianshen's purpose in making her drop out of school was to make her earn money.

Then we should persuade them from the perspective of making money, using case studies as examples.

Let him know that if Xia Ting went to university later, he could earn much more money.

Xu Yan wasn't embarrassed at all that her thoughts had been exposed. She raised her glass and said, "It's best that you think that way."

Xia Tingwan secretly watched Lin Jianshen from the side.

She knew he wasn't him.

Now he not only doesn't force her to drop out of school.

They would also make her stay at home to catch up on her missed lessons while they went out to work hard and earn money, returning home very late.

He is a very good person.

She suddenly realized that she knew a secret that no one else knew.

This gave her a strange sense of superiority.

That subtle feeling of inferiority vanished without a trace.

Xu Yan then introduced Xia Tingwan, saying, "Look at this beautiful woman next to me, Zhong Ran. She graduated from the Shanghai Theatre Academy's acting department and became a star."

"Making hundreds of thousands a month is a piece of cake."

Zhong Ran was surprised that her best friend had steered the conversation towards her, and quickly said, "This line of work is too risky. This student should focus on her studies and do what she wants to do."

Lin Jianshen said, "It seems that Miss Zhong also has a story to tell."

Xu Yan, always outspoken, said: "Yes, if Ranran hadn't offended someone and been blacklisted, she would be living a very successful life now."

"Banned?"

Zhong Ran took the matter in stride and didn't try to hide anything, simply recounting it as an amusing anecdote about a powerful investor trying to sexually harass her.

Considering Xia Tingwan's presence, she used more polite language and kept her words simple.

He didn't tell the truth about his feat, only saying that he set the other person's hair on fire with a lighter.

Taking advantage of the other party's panic, I escaped.

Even so, one could still sense the tension of the situation at the time.

As they were chatting, a group of waiters began serving the dishes, carrying trays.

Lin Jianshen thought that in such places, the performances would be more elaborate, but the food would be rather ordinary.

After a large table of dishes was served, I realized that I knew nothing about the lives of the wealthy.

The chefs here are exceptionally skilled; every dish is exquisitely prepared and delicious.

The ingredients are all carefully selected high-end ingredients.

The chickens are free-range, the ham is Iberian ham from Spain, and the crabs are Alaskan king crabs...

Having had such a rare opportunity, Lin Jianshen thanked Xu Yan once again.

Then he ate heartily, his jaw agape.

Xia Tingwan found it amusing; she didn't know who had told her before she left home to be polite while eating.

Don't embarrass yourself.

At this moment, he himself looked like a starving ghost reincarnated.

Lin Jianshen was a man of few words.

Xia Tingwan was somewhat introverted, and when faced with her teacher and a beautiful older woman, she didn't know what to talk about.

The atmosphere at the gathering became somewhat somber.

Fortunately, Zhong Ran was there, and she told me some things about Lai Fu.

It also explained how they searched for Laifu after he was lost.

Everyone could participate in this topic, and even Xia Tingwan chimed in for a bit.

The atmosphere at the banquet finally became lively.

After the meal, the owner came to the private room in person.

He was over fifty years old, with graying temples, but he stood tall and had a shrewd and capable look on his face.

"Ms. Xu, were the dishes and performance tonight to your liking?"

Xu Yan smiled and nodded: "The food was delicious, and the performance was wonderful. Thank you for your hard work."

Seeing his VIP customers satisfied, the boss was also very happy.

He greeted each of the guests present.

When his gaze swept over Zhong Ran, he was stunned for a few seconds before looking away.

When the object landed on Xia Tingwan, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.

"This young lady is really beautiful, she looks like one of my former idols."

"Especially the look in their eyes and brows, it's so similar."

"Would I have the honor of asking you for an autograph?"

Xu Yan laughed: "Boss, you have a good eye, but it's still not good enough."

"Our Ranran doesn't just look like a celebrity, she *is* a celebrity."

She pointed at Zhong Ran and said, "Don't worry, our Ranran is the most doting fangirl, she'll definitely give you an autograph if you want one."

"Even if she doesn't give it to you, I'll still get one for you."

The shop owner quickly explained, "Miss Xu, you've misunderstood. I was referring to this young lady."

He pointed at Xia Tingwan.

The private room fell silent instantly.