Chapter 422

Chapter 422 - He Fell into an Awkward Situation

Several years later, the imperial court was taken by storm with the emergence of a guitar virtuoso whose talent stunned the globe.

Yet, wherever he went, he humbly referred to himself as a student.

This masterful guitarist recounted how, in a nondescript inn at Eastsea, he encountered the two most pivotal figures in his life.

Mr. Su, in particular, was instrumental in his enlightenment, paving the way for the guitarist's subsequent success.

Consequently, the music world became abuzz with legends about Mr. Su.

“Alright, let's call it a day,” Cui Pingzhang gestured to the dispersing crowd. “We're heading out for a meal.”

With the music over, the audience began to leave.

Just then, footsteps echoed from the stairwell, followed by an unmistakably haughty voice. “I overheard some music being played upstairs that wasn't half bad. As it happens, I'm in need of a musician for my wedding. If you perform at my wedding, I'll pay you 500 yuan. What do you say?”

At these words, everyone turned to look.

A couple approached from the hallway.

Su Ming recognized them as the same pair he had noticed upon his arrival.

The man carried himself with an air of conceit, approaching with a leisurely stride.

The woman, small and charming, gazed at the man with eyes full of admiration.

They stopped beside Su Ming and Cui Pingzhang, sizing them up.

The man inquired coolly, “Who was playing the music earlier?”

Su Ming responded with a smile, “That was me.”

“You're quite skilled,” the man remarked. “You caught all that I said, right? It's tough to earn a living with music these days. Play at my wedding and I'll give you 500 yuan—a generous offer. What do you think? Will you do it?”

His arrogance was palpable, as if Su Ming should be grateful for such a ‘generous' sum.

He gazed at the girl, thinking, “Does she really believe I have billions to spare? That's laughable. I was only boasting. At most, I have a little over a hundred million, and most of that is tied up in fixed assets that I can't readily liquidate.”

Yet Shangguan Shui didn't want to be embarrassed. In this setting, he was eager to flaunt his wealth.

”Sweetheart, you've had your heart set on that hotel for our wedding? Why didn't you mention it sooner? Rest assured, I'll make a call and book the hotel immediately!” Shangguan Shui said with an air of arrogance.

Basking in the admiration, he was thoroughly pleased with himself.

“Thank you, dear. But isn't it quite expensive to have a wedding at a seven-star hotel?” she asked.

“It's merely a trifle,” Shangguan Shui responded, feigning indifference.

He appeared magnanimous as he declared, “My love, as long as it makes you happy, the cost is nothing to me!”

Those around them couldn't help but think Shangguan Shui was putting on airs. Moreover, watching him and the girl flaunt their affection was quite nauseating to them.

Meanwhile, some in the crowd had recognized Su Ming. In Eastsea, his name was well-known to many.

Su Ming had graced the covers of newspapers and news outlets.

Anyone who pulled out their smartphone could quickly discover that Su Ming was a young man shrouded in mystery.

He farmed on a plot of land in the city center worth billions, and he was also a musical prodigy!

His net worth was at least in the tens of billions!

Once Su Ming's identity was revealed, the onlookers struggled to contain their laughter.

They thought to themselves, “Shangguan Shui is going to have a rough time. He's far too ostentatious. We can't wait to see him embarrass himself.”

Despite being aware of Su Ming's status, not a single person tipped off Shangguan Shui.

After all, Shangguan Shui not only scorned the less fortunate but also loved to flaunt his supposed superiority.

Mr. Su, with his immense wealth and status, remained unassuming.

So what gave Shangguan Shui the right to be so haughty?

The spectators eagerly anticipated witnessing Shangguan Shui's impending humiliation.Th.ê most uptodate novels are published on n(0)velbj)n(.)co/m