CHAPTER 515: CHAPTER 353: A PERFORMANCE IN TIANYIN’S CLASSROOM!_2

So, it’s very clear.

All of this is due to Tuoba Jianhui’s efforts.

He is intentionally teaching these future conductors more about classical music techniques.

And looking at the students, each with expressions of uncontrollable excitement while listening to the performances...

He Zhichen now deeply feels these people’s love.

"Mr. Tuoba."

He Zhichen summoned up the courage to ask,

"Why do you teach your students like this, but your own orchestra rarely plays classical music?"

Everyone knows that,

Tuoba Jianhui still insists on being at the forefront of the music world.

His diligent figure can be seen on stages of large music halls or at the judge seats of international competitions.

Teaching is just something Tuoba Jianhui makes time for in his busy schedule.

He has completely given up classical music in his own career.

Yet he continues to teach his students classical music.

Isn’t this self-contradictory?

"..."

Tuoba Jianhui remained silent.

He Zhichen realized he might have asked something too offensive to this senior, feeling a bit embarrassed, and was about to change the topic.

After a pause, Tuoba Jianhui spoke up at this moment.

"I’m already old, but someone has to continue doing this."

As Tuoba Jianhui said this sentence,

his gaze was directed not only at his students but also at Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu on the podium.

Tuoba Jianhui’s memories traced back,

back to that day at the Dragon Violin Cup competition site.

In fact, although Tuoba Jianhui was not part of this year’s jury,

he watched the entire process from his office with the best backstage view.

After seeing Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu’s performance,

this old man over fifty looked happier than anyone.

But at the same time, once the joy faded,

Tuoba Jianhui was more concerned about the two’s prospects than anyone else.

Perhaps, he thought, he could still do something for them.

It is said that the Tuoba Jianhui of those years had completely given up classical music performances, leading his newly formed orchestra on a full transformation.

But within the same school, who couldn’t see it?

In private, Tuoba Jianhui never gave up grooming talented students.

Under his nurturing, classical music talents emerged one by one.

But criticisms from people in the circle against him never ceased.

Ultimately, a university is a place to develop employment skills for students. The ultimate goal for students is employability, not "dreams" -- such ephemeral things.

At this crucial moment in time,

turning students solely towards classical music.

It’s clearly playing with their future employability.

Now, many with the same qualifications as Tuoba Jianhui evaluate him this way.

Tuoba Jianhui—out of personal desire.

Drags his most loyal students into the abyss.

..... It doesn’t matter.

Thinking of this,

Tuoba Jianhui smiled; he didn’t care about those reputations.

After all, he was a selfish and stubborn "stubborn old man."

Even if,

he told everyone that these students gathered around him were here out of love,

who would care?

On this issue,

Tuoba Jianhui would let everyone see his obstinate side.

"....."

As Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu’s performance reached the third segment’s climax,

the unique "Gan Yanyu Variation" sounded.

The whole classroom of students could no longer contain their excitement.

They collectively gasped, "Wow—" in amazement.

Gan Yanyu’s frighteningly emotional impact was displayed perfectly even in this small classroom.

Watching this variation, each student could only think of one phrase:

Heart-pounding!

This is the most charming aspect of Gan Yanyu’s performance!

"....."

With the conclusion of Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu’s performance,

the entire classroom erupted into a synchronized applause.

"Is this a master-class performance... It’s so terrifying."

"As expected of an idol, they are really amazing!"

"Being able to witness such a performance, it was worth attending this college....."

"...."

Although it was just a small classroom performance, Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu politely bowed to everyone.

During the bow, Lin Tian felt that,

unlike a general audience,

although filled with admiration, the expressions of these students also showed expectation, longing, and beautiful fantasies.

In these clear-eyed university students, they also dream of becoming someone like Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu.

Lin Tian smiled.

This is the meaning of him and Gan Yanyu performing in this place.

However, what they don’t know is that Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu are their dreams, yet Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu are also on the road to pursuing their own dreams.

Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu returned to the side of the classroom, approaching Tuoba Jianhui.

"The performance is over, are you satisfied now?"

Lin Tian said, "Can you talk now?"

There was a slight satisfaction in Lin Tian’s tone as he said this.

This old man,

once used all tricks in competitions to make us get eliminated, and now he’s asking us to perform?

Therefore, Lin Tian added,

"See, is this still that ’dangerous performance’ you mentioned?"

"Yes."

Tuoba Jianhui still wore that infuriating expression.

When discussing this issue, he squinted slightly and said seriously,

"My evaluation of Gan Yanyu remains unchanged; her performance is inherently dangerous, even if it’s well-controlled now, it doesn’t mean there won’t be issues in the future."

"I have just adjusted my attitude towards this performance, recognizing its greater utility, but it doesn’t mean I’ve changed my mind."

"....."

Hearing this, Lin Tian’s blood pressure instantly rose.

If it weren’t for considering this was Tianchao Music College, the old man’s territory, he’d have slapped him twice.

Damn, after performing for your students, and this bastard can’t even say one good word.

This Tuoba Jianhui really hasn’t changed a bit; he’s in his sixties and may not be firm down there anymore, but his stubbornness up here remains unchanged.

"Alright, old man, cut the mystery."

Lin Tian was already tired of the pleasantries with Tuoba Jianhui, and said directly,

"What do you want us here for?"

"Let’s talk somewhere else," Tuoba Jianhui said.

...

...

Under Tuoba Jianhui’s guidance, they came to Tuoba Jianhui’s teacher dormitory.

Called a dormitory, but it was extremely luxurious.

For an old professor of Tuoba Jianhui’s qualifications, the school provided a three-bedroom-one-living-room—already super luxurious for a university teacher dorm.

The location was in a teacher dormitory building by the Tianyin Artificial Lake.

In the living room,

Tuoba Jianhui’s assistant—the female teacher who initially brought Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu—was patiently making tea for them.

"I asked you to come mainly to have a chat."

Tuoba Jianhui lifted a small teacup, gently swaying it in his hand,

"In fact, I should have contacted you when you first arrived in Baijing, but I’ve been busy recently....."

"Isn’t it just that you intentionally waited for us to make it to the semi-finals before inviting us to meet?"

Lin Tian’s frank statement was so ungracious that even Gan Yanyu beside him couldn’t stand it.

She gently pinched Lin Tian’s waist, and Lin Tian looked at Gan Yanyu.

The girl slightly pouted, and Lin Tian reluctantly restrained himself, accepting a teacup.

Well, setting aside other identities, after all, this old man is in the same generation as Gan Yanyu’s grandfather.

Since they’re on the other’s turf, giving him some face isn’t that big of a deal.

"Ahem—ahem—you could say that," said Tuoba Jianhui.

Not even pretending??!!

Quickly, Tuoba Jianhui changed the topic, showing a serious face,

"Earlier, during your performance, did you see the reaction of my students?"

"Yes, they seem to like classical music a lot."

"It’s fake."

Tuoba Jianhui repeated,

"It’s all fake."