CHAPTER 308: CHAPTER 308: UNEXPECTED "LITTLE SWEETNESS" 1

Later, Mo Yinhe remained backstage with Si Mingjing.

Worried she might be nervous before going on stage, he chatted idly with her.

In the past, whenever Ye Siyuan performed on stage and felt nervous before her appearance, she would drag him backstage and engage him in random conversations to distract herself.

Si Mingjing smiled, "I’m not nervous. It’s Si Yuan who seems a bit anxious. She’s performing first, so the pressure is greater on her."

Mo Yinhe said, "She goes on stage every other day. The stage is like home to her. Why would she be nervous about..."

As Mo Yinhe was saying this, he noticed his sister was indeed very anxious.

Mo Yinhe frowned and walked over to Ye Siyuan.

He reached out and ruffled her hair.

"What’s there to be nervous about? It’s just a performance for the opening ceremony. Could it really stump you? Or is it because a certain someone is watching from the audience that you, Mo Yinhe’s sister, have lost your composure like this?"

Ye Siyuan’s state of mind was pinpointed by Mo Yinhe’s words.

Her cheeks flushed with embarrassment and anxiety.

"Brother, don’t tease me. I’m nervous enough as it is. He’s sitting down there, in the best seat to watch. I know he doesn’t really care whether I sing well or not, but I..."

But she just wanted to present her best side to him, feeling anxious and afraid she wasn’t perfect.

Is it that when you fall in love with someone, you unconsciously feel inferior?

Even if you’re truly outstanding, is every tiny flaw magnified in their presence?

Mo Yinhe didn’t mean to mock his sister.

Outsiders have no right to ridicule or condemn anyone’s path in love. He was simply afraid his sister would get hurt emotionally.

Mo Yinhe gripped Ye Siyuan’s wrist and led her to the passage between backstage and the main stage. Gazing with narrowed black eyes at Si Lisao, who was seated in the VIP section, he said, "Open your eyes wide and take a good look at this man. Don’t be fooled by his respectable appearance..."

Ye Siyuan reached out and covered her brother’s mouth.

"Brother, don’t speak ill of him. How would you feel if I criticized Si Mingjing?"

"Are you asking for trouble?" Mo Yinhe’s face darkened.

Ye Siyuan stuck out her tongue. "You can’t stand a single bad word about her, and neither can I. Brother, I promised you I wouldn’t grovel. I’ll be a woman with self-respect and self-love. But please, don’t stop me from cherishing someone in my heart. I just like him, even if it’s the kind of liking that I’ll keep in my heart for a lifetime."

Ye Siyuan took a deep breath. In just a few minutes, it would be her turn to go on stage. She needed to get ready.

Si Mingjing cheered her on, "Si Yuan, go for it!"

Ye Siyuan nodded and hugged Si Mingjing.

A few minutes later, on the spectacularly lit stage with its elegant and stylish set, an enormous swimming pool suddenly appeared.

A mermaid, so beautiful it was hard to look away, emerged from the crystal-clear pool, soaring into the air. Her silver-white fishtail, seemingly imbued with the essence of heaven and earth, flashed before everyone’s eyes, dazzling them.

Appearing as a mermaid, Ye Siyuan showcased her grace in the magnificent pool.

She swam to a rock and sat upon it to sing.

Her super-high dolphin notes were like heavenly music.

It was so incredibly beautiful, it made one want to kneel in awe.

Instantly, the entire venue erupted.

Sheng Liangliang and Yun Xiaosu, the two little darlings, were held by Sheng Liuyun and Yun Yin respectively. They sat next to Si Lisao, wildly waving their glow sticks, the glare making Si Lisao’s eyes ache.

His gaze, deep and composed, fell upon the stage. He was anticipating his younger sister’s grand finale performance, yet he couldn’t help but be captivated by the beautiful mermaid on stage.

Her singing voice, and her graceful beauty, were like an addictive drug, captivating the attention of everyone in the audience.

At this moment, Si Lisao heard two people seated behind him whispering about Ye Siyuan’s figure. Their discussion was hushed, even a bit lewd.

"That’s the Second Princess of Atlantis, isn’t it? Mermaids are certainly beautiful, but how do they... you know... with men?"

"With a figure like that, I bet if I just touched her fishtail, I’d... HEH HEH..."

"I wonder which man will be lucky enough to land such a beautiful mermaid. Just looking at her makes me itch with desire."

"An Atlantis princess will surely be matched with a young man of outstanding status and background. But with her own family’s standing, could she find anyone better? No matter whom she marries, it’s marrying down. She’ll just find a consort to support..."

"A stunner like her... if I could just date her for a day, even just a kiss..."

As the two men continued their discussion, Si Lisao turned around, his aura chilling, and glared at them.

Both men were influential figures from Lemuria Country. Assuming no one from Atlantis was nearby, their talk grew increasingly bold. An inexplicable surge of anger rose in Si Lisao, one he couldn’t suppress. His voice was as cold as an ice pick. "Gentlemen, I have something to discuss with you. Please step outside with me."

"The M-Mu Continent’s... C-Crown Prince Lisao?"

Someone recognized Si Lisao. Unsure what he wanted with them, they watched him stand up, leave his seat, and walk a few steps before he glanced back at them.

The two men looked at each other and, after a moment’s thought, decided to follow.

Following him into the men’s restroom, they were still utterly confused.

One of them asked, "Your Highness Crown Prince Lisao, may I ask what business you have with us... OW..."

Before the man could finish speaking, Si Lisao had already landed a fierce punch to his abdomen.

Caught completely off guard, the man took the full force of the punch.

Following that, he received a kick.

The other man, sensing something was wrong, turned and ran.

But before he could make it out of the men’s restroom, Si Lisao intercepted him. All his pent-up fury was unleashed in a violent beating.

Against Si Lisao, the two grown men had no ability to even fight back and were beaten until they were sprawled on the ground, unable to even crawl.

"C-Crown Prince Lisao, s-spare us..."

"We haven’t offended you, have we?"

"Crown Prince Lisao, if we’ve offended you in any way, please overlook our transgressions and spare us."

Si Lisao’s face remained grim; he said nothing. He looked down on them, coldly stepping on their heads, grinding his leather shoes into them again and again. The inexplicable, nefarious anger that had risen within him was finally vented.

Then, he straightened his sleeves.

Striding with long legs, he walked out.

Several guards stood outside and greeted Si Lisao as he emerged.

"Your Highness, are you alright?"

"I’m fine."

Si Lisao had already reverted to his handsome, gentlemanly demeanor. Surrounded by several guards like stars escorting the moon, he was led back to the opening ceremony venue.

By the time he returned to his seat, Ye Siyuan’s song had just ended. The first act concluded as she dove into the water, disappearing from sight.

The moment she got backstage, Ye Siyuan burst into tears, unable to stop them.

Her performance had been incredibly effective; the entire audience had erupted in thunderous applause, completely captivated by her stunning vocals.

Si Mingjing came over to congratulate her on the perfect conclusion of her act, only to find Ye Siyuan wiping away tears.