The Stunning General Finds Himself in a Shura Field on a Dating Show ABO - Chapter 29

As he tried to make out the person’s face, the memory abruptly cut off, and a dull ache began to throb in his head.

Ye Zhi frowned, gently pressing his forehead, and forced himself to stop thinking about it.

Qin Siran’s fans were deeply moved

Xiao Qin hasn’t sung opera in ages. This encore almost made me cry.

It’s all those disgusting people’s fault. They made Xiao Qin afraid to sing.

He’s finally starting to let go. Thank you, Xiao Ye! I’m literally crying my eyes out.

When the song ended, Ye Zhi led the applause

Beautiful!

Jin Xi, whose understanding of Qin Siran was still based on their interactions from years ago, couldn’t help but feel curious

You clearly love opera, but I haven’t heard you sing in years. You seemed hesitant before you started just now. Have you lost your passion for it?

Qin Siran shook his head. It’s not that I don’t love it anymore.

He sat back down beside Ye Zhi, took a few deep breaths to steady himself, and then openly shared with the group

Shortly after I enrolled at Capital University, an alumnus invited me to a banquet. When I arrived, I realized the banquet had been arranged specifically to humiliate me.

Qin Siran paused, lowering his head, his expression unreadable.

They said I was the top student in opera, the most famous actor of my generation. They offered me money to sing a song. When I refused, they forced alcohol down my throat—lots of it—laced with aphrodisiacs.

Under the influence of those drugs, my heat came on early. They were all Betas, and even though they had suppressants, they refused to give me any, just watched me suffer through it.

Qin Siran looked up at Lu Qingze and continued, Thankfully, Brother Lu arrived in time. He called the police and took me straight to the Omega Treatment Center.

After hearing Qin Siran’s account, the audience felt a pang of sympathy.

Oh, you poor thing! No wonder you ended up in the entertainment industry.

He was the top student in his major! He must have loved opera so much, yet they humiliated him by calling him a ‘performer.’

Has anyone heard if those bastards were ever brought to justice?

Qin Siran’s fans promptly provided the answer

They were sentenced to life imprisonment for intentionally harming an Omega, but one of them escaped.

Qin Siran’s fans had heard about the incident before, but they were still shocked to learn that the person who saved their idol was none other than the reigning Film Emperor.

Xiao Qin only mentioned being rescued, I never imagined it was the Film Emperor!

No wonder Xiao Qin’s eyes always looked a little strange when he looked at the Film Emperor. He’s probably developed feelings for him.

But I think those feelings are just the result of the bridge effect. Not that liking the Film Emperor is a bad thing, of course.

Lu Qingze remained silent, quietly sipping his drink.

Qin Siran couldn’t help but feel a pang of disappointment.

Ever since that incident, he had developed a fondness for Lu Qingze.

But he never had the chance to see him again. By the time they met again, Lu Qingze didn’t even recognize him.

Even filming a show together couldn’t make this man remember him.

So, Brother Qin, was your hostility toward me on the first day because I’m a Beta? Ye Zhi asked.

Ye Zhi’s directness startled everyone.

Someone needs to rein in this kid! He’s being way too blunt on camera!

Qin Siran hadn’t expected Ye Zhi to be so perceptive. He nodded.

I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have targeted you. Of course, I had my own selfish reasons at the time.

Qin Siran didn’t elaborate on those selfish reasons.

But Ye Zhi wasn’t dense. He had long noticed Qin Siran’s special interest in Lu Qingze.

He probably sees me as a rival, Ye Zhi thought.

Was it at the Kyoto Grand Hotel? Xu Shengyuan suddenly asked.

Qin Siran was startled. How did you know?

Xu Shengyuan glanced at Lu Qingze, signaling him to explain.

Lu Qingze finally spoke.

The group that harmed you included someone I was looking for. I received intel that he would be at the Kyoto Grand Hotel that day. Unfortunately, he managed to escape.

Qin Siran understood Lu Qingze’s unspoken meaning this man had saved him merely as an afterthought.

Ye Zhi, however, didn’t grasp the complexity of the situation. Seeing Qin Siran’s low spirits, he assumed he was lost in past memories and offered comfort

Brother Qin, it’s all in the past now. We need to look forward.

True empathy never truly exists in this world. Ye Zhi, unsure how to console him, offered the only words he could think of.

Yes, it’s all in the past, Qin Siran sighed softly, glancing at Lu Qingze.

He realized then that what he had clung to so fiercely had been nothing more than a casual act of convenience for Lu Qingze. Why, then, had he been so fixated on it?

Some things he needed to learn to let go of, and perhaps some people too.

Noticing the group’s somber mood, Jin Xi asked the production team for a guitar and launched into an impromptu performance of his debut hit, lifting everyone’s spirits with a mini-concert.

To enhance the show’s entertainment value, the production team had researched each guest’s talents in advance. In addition to the guitar prepared for Jin Xi, they had also arranged for a small classical instrument for Lu Qingze.

Lu Qingze excelled at playing the guqin, but as a student of classical music, he was also proficient in instruments like the pipa and dizi.

Ye Zhi immediately spotted the flute. Seeing Lu Qingze pick up the pipa, he proactively grabbed the dizi lying nearby.

Xiao Ye, you play the flute? Xu Shengyuan asked, setting down his wine glass with a look of interest.

Ye Zhi nodded, twirling the bamboo flute in his hand as he turned to Lu Qingze. Brother Lu, what piece are you playing? I’ll accompany you.

Lu Qingze gazed at the bright-eyed youth and replied softly, Let’s play ‘High Mountains and Flowing Waters’.

Jin Xi, standing nearby, cheered and led the applause. Clearing his throat, he assumed the role of master of ceremonies. High Mountains and Flowing Waters—music that connects kindred spirits! Next, please welcome Xiao Lu and Xiao Ye to perform this classic piece, commemorating our meeting on this show!

His pronunciation is perfect, and he’s got real flair, haha.

Jin Xi, a host whose true calling is singing.

A duet by the Film Emperor and the beauty! My shipper heart is on fire!

Lu Qingze merely chuckled silently, inwardly denying the sentiment.

Are they soulmates?

Of course not.

I hide my love in towering mountains, my emotions in flowing streams, cloaking my affections under the guise of friendship, all to prolong the stirring of my heart.

Lu Qingze never imagined he would one day find himself so cautious and restrained.

He feared his fervent love would frighten the young man away. So, when Ye Zhi smiled and called him a good brother at the dinner table that day, he didn’t deny it.

Even as his possessiveness threatened to overwhelm his reason, he could only lurk in the shadows, allowing his dark emotions to fester in hidden corners where no one could see.

A venomous serpent, cloaked in deceit, had encountered a radiant rose. He dared not approach too closely, yet secretly plotted to claim the rose for himself.

The two played High Mountains and Flowing Streams together. Lu Qingze was the professional musician, but Ye Zhi held his own, transforming their impromptu performance into something resembling a concert.

The cool, elegant young man lowered his gaze, his fingers dancing across the strings like the moon in the sky. The red-clad youth, his long hair billowing, shone like the summer sun. The pair were undeniably captivating and harmonious.

These two are a perfect match for each other!

Ye Zhi’s skill level must be professional!

Even after ten years of playing the flute, I can’t hold a candle to him! And he’s still so young—his talent is unbelievable!

The fine wine and exquisite music instantly brought the atmosphere to a fever pitch. As their spirits soared, the crowd emptied several bottles of wine.

In the end, Liu Yi had to step in to call a halt.

Counting the empty bottles scattered on the beach, Liu Yi realized there were at least a dozen. He couldn’t help but feel a headache coming on.

How did I end up with this bunch of drunks?!

Getting drunk during a live broadcast was a recipe for disaster!

Just as the broadcast time was nearing its end, Liu Yi, fearing someone might lose control under the influence, hastily shut down the live stream and arranged for everyone to return to the yacht.

By the time they reached the cabin, half an hour had passed.

Jin Xi had been rambling incoherently for some time. One moment he was wrapping his arm around Qin Siran’s neck, slurring, Xiao Qin, if you went to my school, those bastards wouldn’t dare mess with you. The next, he was nuzzling Ye Zhi like a golden retriever, sniffing him all over before muttering in confusion, He’s supposed to be a Beta… why does he smell so good?

Eventually, Lu Qingze, his face icy, dragged Jin Xi away.

Jin Xi shifted his attention to Lu Qingze, patting him on the shoulder and sighing repeatedly, You’ve all had it rough, really rough.

Lu Qingze’s alcohol tolerance was decent, not as bad as Jin Xi’s, but his head still throbbed with a dull ache that lingered even after a long while. He averted his gaze, refusing to even glance at Jin Xi, and lay down on the sofa, feigning sleep.

Qin Siran was also tipsy, but fortunately, he hadn’t drunk too much and managed to retain some semblance of rationality. He headed to the kitchen to brew a hangover soup.

Xie Shi, who hadn’t touched a drop of alcohol that night, was the most sober person in the room. He eyed Jin Xi in the living room with disdain, worried about being cornered by the drunkard. He quickly retreated to the kitchen to help Qin Siran.

Having lost his target, Jin Xi immediately turned to Xu Shengyuan. Hey, kid! Don’t you think your big bro here sings great?

Xu Shengyuan had been drinking heavily all night, seeing double of everyone. When Jin Xi approached, he cheerfully wrapped his arm around the older man.

The two drunks began calling each other brother in the living room, eventually launching into a boisterous rendition of mountain songs that made Lu Qingze’s head pound even harder.

He opened his eyes and instinctively glanced at Ye Zhi in the corner.

The young man was curled up on the sofa, quietly listening to the commotion in the living room, his head nodding slightly, likely feeling drowsy.

His cheeks were flushed crimson, and his drunken eyes were hazy, clearly indicating he was heavily intoxicated.

The village chief’s wine was quite potent. It didn’t seem strong while drinking, but the aftereffects surged later, likely rendering anyone with a weak tolerance unconscious.

Ye Zhi was one such unfortunate soul with a low tolerance.

Unlike other drunkards who might become loud and rowdy, Ye Zhi remained remarkably quiet and docile.

Lu Qingze slowly strolled over to Ye Zhi and asked softly, Xiao Ye, are you drunk?

Ye Zhi glanced up at the newcomer before shifting his gaze back to the pillow in his arms.

He didn’t answer, instead idly playing with the pillow’s tassels.

Seeing the young man’s state, Lu Qingze was almost certain he was drunk.

Amused, he studied Ye Zhi for a long moment before asking again, Can you still recognize me?