Chapter 70

During the recording period, Cheng Xiaoyu experienced an incident. Xu Qinling had just returned to Shanghai from Hawaii and couldn't wait to drag Su Yuxi along, demanding that Cheng Xiaoyu treat them to hotpot.

At this time, Cheng Xiaoyu had not yet finished recording. He was immersed in his music workstation, working on the post-production of "In the Name of the Father," almost in a state of obsession, rarely leaving his studio unless absolutely necessary.

Even when Wang Ou called him to go to the Forest of Lights, he didn't go. With the new school term approaching, he had to complete the post-production before the start of the term, or he wouldn't have time to upload the song to GG Music Network.

However, Xu Qinling was not someone to be easily dissuaded. Once she entered Cheng Xiaoyu's music studio, she adopted coercive measures, threatening and intimidating. If there were no audience, she would have used her dramatic techniques of crying, making a scene, and threatening to hang herself.

Under these circumstances, Cheng Xiaoyu had no choice but to reluctantly put aside his work and follow Xu Qinling out of his studio.

Su Yuxi, who was wearing pajamas at home, quickly changed into a simple coat with a white wool sweater and black leather pants, and the same exquisite silver high-heeled short boots as Xu Qinling. Although Su Yuxi was slightly shorter than Xu Qinling, her legs were incredibly long and perfectly proportioned, straight and long, making it hard to look away.

When Su Yuxi joined Xu Qinling, the two stood together, their brilliance leaving Cheng Xiaoyu dazzled, unsure where to look. Even a casual glance made him feel immense pressure, as if he were about to nosebleed at any moment.

Cheng Xiaoyu's mind, usually filled with music, was now empty, wishing he had more eyes to use.

When Xu Qinling called him to drive, he had to use all his willpower to leave.

Since the three of them couldn't fit in the Ferrari, Cheng Xiaoyu went to Qiao Sansi to get the keys to the Cayenne, and they went to eat hotpot.

Cheng Xiaoyu drove, with Xu Qinling and Su Yuxi in the back seat. Xu Qinling complained about how terrible Western food was and how awful foreigners were, then demanded a New Year's gift from Cheng Xiaoyu.

A woman's coquetry is very powerful, especially when she is beautiful.

When they arrived at Liu Yishou, Cheng Xiaoyu had just stepped out when Xu Qinling followed, calling out sweetly, "Xiaoyu brother." She immediately linked her right arm with Cheng Xiaoyu's left.

Cheng Xiaoyu's hair stood on end, feeling like a lamb about to be slaughtered, with no joy from being close to a beautiful woman. Instead, he felt like a dinosaur was about to eat him, ready to be seasoned and tasted.

Xu Qinling's coquetry could make the earth tremble. As a native of Jiangnan, she had long observed how her father's women coquettishly behaved, mastering her own special skills. With a sweet voice and a lovesick expression, Xu Qinling blinked her big eyes and said, "I have a New Year's gift for you! How do you plan to return the favor?"

Cheng Xiaoyu, being straightforward, knew that if he didn't submit, he would be in trouble. He replied without hesitation, "Anything but marriage, everything else is negotiable."

Su Yuxi walked on Cheng Xiaoyu's right, hands in her pockets, very close to him, almost touching shoulders.

Xu Qinling continued, "But I want nothing but you!"

Cheng Xiaoyu, sandwiched between two beauties, felt no comfort. The jealous glares around him were almost burning him. He accidentally glanced at Xu Qinling's prominent assets, feeling his soul being taken, but said firmly, "Forget it, I won't like you."

Xu Qinling smiled and said, "Xiaoyu, you're overthinking it. I just want you to be my servant, not to like me."

Cheng Xiaoyu, recalling his previous miserable experience, had to be cautious. "Miss Xu, I don't know you well. Please be careful with your words and actions, and don't do anything rash!"

Xu Qinling sneered, "Today, you will comply, whether you want to or not. Shout all you want, no one will listen."

Seeing they were about to enter the hotpot restaurant, Cheng Xiaoyu had to give in. He didn't want to be gawked at like a monkey. "I'm really scared of you. Whatever you say, I'll do."

Thus, Cheng Xiaoyu became the servant of the queen, verbally agreeing to a series of unequal and humiliating terms.

Xu Qinling didn't make overly excessive demands. She wanted Cheng Xiaoyu to pick her up from school every Friday with Su Yuxi, treat her to hotpot or other good food, and write at least four songs for their group.

After ordering the dishes, Cheng Xiaoyu handed the menu to the waiter. He was surprised by Xu Qinling's request to write songs and asked, "How did you know I can write songs?"

Xu Qinling replied, "The video of Sinful Crown is all over some forums in SH. It's hard not to know."

Cheng Xiaoyu said, "Oh," and asked, "How did you know it was me?"

Xu Qinling pointed at Su Yuxi, "I planted a spy."

Cheng Xiaoyu didn't intend to deny it. He was also curious about the "Idol Project" that Su Yuxi and Xu Qinling were involved in. "Have you gained anything from the training?"

Xu Qinling shook her head, "Don't talk to me about this. Go discuss it with your sister."

Su Yuxi frowned and said, "Our project has six people in total. Currently, we are practicing singing and dancing. The company hasn't given us a clear direction or a publicity plan. Album selection is ongoing. During the summer, we should participate in some activities to gain some popularity."

Just hearing this, Cheng Xiaoyu felt it was not right. Having seen many K-pop girl groups, he knew that each idol group and each member had a clear role, such as the main singer, the face of the group, the beauty, etc.

It usually takes five years of training to debut, and those who debut in two years are exceptional.

Not only are there multiple rounds of selection, but the company also handles the members' appearance, personality, image, and even plastic surgery. Such high-quality groups are hard not to become popular.

Cheng Xiaoyu, of course, hoped that Su Yuxi's group would become popular. However, with the limited information he had, he could only say, "Writing songs for you is easy, but will a good song make you popular? It's still very difficult. For an idol group to stay popular for a long time, they need sufficient capital. From appearance, you two are enough, but singing skills, dancing, MV shooting, styling, and publicity are all essential."

Xu Qinling, feeling overwhelmed, said, "I'm just doing this for fun. Don't talk to me about it. The company is yours, so I'll follow your commands."

Su Yuxi, impressed by Cheng Xiaoyu's insights, asked, "Do you have any good suggestions?"

Cheng Xiaoyu shook his head, "No matter how well I talk, it won't help. The idol project isn't under my control, and whether you can use my songs is still uncertain. I don't have much experience."

Su Yuxi nodded, "Yes, in any record company, seniority is a big factor. But I think we can at least sing your songs."

Cheng Xiaoyu, while eating hotpot, said to Su Yuxi, "If your standards aren't high, one or two successful songs can make your group popular for a while. But to stay popular and achieve great success, you need a well-produced album. I can help you, but you need to convince your father."

Su Yuxi, not thinking Cheng Xiaoyu was boasting, replied, "I'll try."

Xu Qinling scoffed, "I know you can write good songs, but I don't believe you can be a good music producer."

Cheng Xiaoyu smiled confidently. Having been brainwashed by K-pop for years, he knew how to make a group popular in this era. Any hit he produced would be a world-class brainwashing song. He slammed the table and said, "Xu Qinling, do you have the guts to bet with me?"

Xu Qinling looked at Cheng Xiaoyu suspiciously, "There's no standard to measure this. How can we bet?"

Cheng Xiaoyu had already planned it out, "As long as the songs I produce enter the top five of the China Music Chart, or I'll eat shit!"

Xu Qinling, surprised, asked, "What does eating shit mean?"

In this timeline, the word "shit" didn't exist. Cheng Xiaoyu felt it was too out of place to say it during a meal, so he changed it to, "You can do whatever you want with me."

Xu Qinling, now interested, smiled like a fox, "No, at least it has to be the top of the weekly chart to prove your skills."

Cheng Xiaoyu replied without hesitation, "Deal." He thought to himself, "It's time to show my true skills!"

Although Xu Qinling believed in Cheng Xiaoyu's talent, she didn't think he could make a new, unestablished group top the China Music Chart. The chart's rules were very complex, and even popular stars' influential works struggled to make the top ten, let alone unknowns like them.

So Xu Qinling was very confident and changed the bet. The loser would have to be the other's servant for a day, fulfilling any request without resistance.

They shook hands, and Su Yuxi witnessed the bet.

Cheng Xiaoyu, outwardly calm, was inwardly elated, thinking about how to torment this little demon.

Xu Qinling, not hiding her joy, said to Cheng Xiaoyu, "I'm already thinking about making you wear a dress and go shopping with me, causing a huge stir."

Cheng Xiaoyu laughed, "We'll see." He was already imagining Xu Qinling in a sexy maid outfit, nurse outfit, or flight attendant outfit, serving him coffee, giving him a massage, and doing other things.

He would definitely take photos to keep as private treasures, Cheng Xiaoyu thought silently.

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