Dream Capture: I Can See Through All Secrets!

106: 106. Playing the piano and business decisionsThe next morning.

Lu Feng woke up and exercised as usual, then went to the cafeteria for breakfast, checked the time, and then went to the piano room of the College of Arts as agreed.

The sports field was still filled with people undergoing military training, kicking in unison under the drill instructor’s shouts.

As Lu Feng passed by, he saw Lin Wanqiu jogging.

”Junior Lu Feng!”

Lin Wanqiu saw him, smiled, and jogged over, fine beads of sweat on her forehead: ”Junior Lu Feng, why didn’t I see you at military training yesterday?”

Lu Feng explained simply: ”I took leave and won’t be attending military training for a while. I need to handle matters related to the Freshmen Welcome Gala performance.”

”You’re participating in the gala? Is it a performance?” Lin Wanqiu’s eyes lit up, looking very surprised.

A hint of helplessness appeared on Lu Feng’s face, and he said: ”Yes, the counselor roped me in. I was forced onto the stage.”

Lin Wanqiu was amused by his ’forced to work’ expression, took two steps closer, and asked with some anticipation: ”Let me tell you, I’m from the Student Union’s Arts Department. What are you performing? Can I come watch in advance? I’ll just be outside, I promise not to disturb you!”

Lu Feng shrugged: ”Suit yourself.”

The two walked together towards the College of Arts building. When they arrived at the piano room, Counselor Li Qian and another girl were already inside.

After an introduction, Lu Feng learned that the girl’s name was Jiao Lu. She had also been ’tricked’ by the counselor. She looked quiet and gentle, wore glasses, held a recitation script, and seemed a bit nervous.

Seeing Lu Feng enter, Li Qian breathed a sigh of relief: ”You’re finally here.”

She then saw Lin Wanqiu next to him and smiled: ”Wanqiu is here too? That’s perfect, come in and give some pointers. You can help us listen to the effect.”

Lin Wanqiu stuck out her tongue and smiled: ”Teacher Li, how dare I give pointers? I’m just an audience member.”

”Oh, you, don’t be modest. I heard that as the head of the Arts Department, your piano skills are Level 10, and you’ve won quite a few awards.”

Li Qian clearly got along well with students and knew Lin Wanqiu’s situation quite well.

Hearing the teacher’s praise, Lin Wanqiu secretly glanced at Lu Feng. Seeing no expression on his face, she felt a little disappointed.

After a brief explanation of the program flow and rhythm points, Li Qian eagerly said: ”Come, let’s go through it completely first and get a feel for it.”

Jiao Lu took a deep breath, stood by the piano, and nodded nervously.

Lu Feng sat on the piano stool, adjusted his breathing. When his fingers lightly touched the black and white keys, his entire demeanor seemed to calm down.

The next moment, the smooth and beautiful melody of ”Für Elise” flowed from his fingertips. The notes were accurate and emotional, and the rhythm was perfectly controlled, showing no sign of unfamiliarity. Instead, it sounded like a pianist who had practiced for many years.

Lin Wanqiu’s eyes lit up. As a piano enthusiast who had played since childhood, she immediately recognized that Lu Feng’s skill was... extraordinary.

Jiao Lu was clearly emotionally moved by the sudden accompaniment, and the emotion in her recitation naturally poured out as she began to recite.

Five minutes was not a long time, and the two went from awkward coordination at first to gradually harmonious.

When the piece ended, Li Qian was overjoyed, clapping vigorously, and said: ”Good! Excellent! Lu Feng, you call this ’haven’t practiced in a long time’? You’re lying! It was so beautiful. Jiao Lu, your voice was a bit shaky; you need to practice more and absolutely don’t be nervous, or the pressure on stage will be even greater.”

Jiao Lu quickly said: ”Okay, Teacher, I... I will practice more.”

Li Qian then looked at Lin Wanqiu next to her and asked: ”Wanqiu, do you have any suggestions? How is Lu Feng’s piano playing?”

Lin Wanqiu had no idea Lu Feng played the piano so well; she was both surprised and delighted.

She shook her head like a rattle-drum, chuckling: ”Teacher, I’d better not show off in front of Junior Lu Feng. His... his skill is definitely professional level!”

Li Qian’s eyes widened, a bit disbelieving. Just... grab a random student, and he’s professional level? What a coincidence!

However, this also completely reassured her: ”Our department’s performance will definitely shine this time! You still have a few days, so practice more when you have time. I’ve applied for the piano room for you. That’s all for today, I’m leaving now. Oh, and Wanqiu, come with me, there’s another performance that needs your部長 to look at.”

”Ah?!”

Lin Wanqiu, seeing how amazing Lu Feng was, had been itching to have a technical exchange with him, preferably a warm four-hand duet. Perhaps... it could deepen their relationship. She never expected such a good opportunity to be shattered by Li Qian’s words.

She couldn’t refuse, so she left with a wronged expression, not forgetting to say to Lu Feng as she left: ”Junior Lu Feng, let’s find time to talk about piano next time, okay?”

Lu Feng nodded in agreement. After the two left, Jiao Lu practiced two more times, then also left for her own matters, leaving only Lu Feng.

He touched the gleaming piano keys in front of him, his fingers playing rapidly.

His mind couldn’t help but recall the middle-aged man in that dream, who had a dazzling musical resume. He was a child prodigy on the piano, grew up amidst praise, and later won many domestic and international awards. At his peak, he even ran a large training institution, but unfortunately... now he was cooped up in a small roadside shop making rice noodle rolls.

Lu Feng sighed with emotion.

Just then, the phone placed on top rang. Lu Feng held the phone in one hand, while distractedly playing ”Für Elise” with the other.

”Sir, just as you suspected, they won’t give up and have already started to act. This morning, Tian Peng and the others checked, and there are people staking out every lottery ticket point,” Yu Tianxiong said in a low voice.

”Oh... has the hunt begun?”

Lu Feng’s lips curved into a barely perceptible arc. Distracted, he played a wrong note. He chuckled: ”Too bad, they’ve picked the wrong prey, and they don’t know that the hunter... has already set traps. What did Old Tian and the others say?”

”Old Tian and the others are excited. They said they’re ready to ’break them in’ with these local gangsters to get back in shape. It just so happens the other side is also some security company, so they can test their mettle,” Yu Tianxiong said with a smile.

Lu Feng couldn’t help but laugh: ”Then I’ll look forward to it. After this matter is settled and we have the money, Tingfeng Energy should be launched. Do you have any ideas?”

Yu Tianxiong pondered for a moment: ”Sir, establishing a research-level laboratory and research team is quite troublesome. I plan to consult relevant experts.”

Lu Feng smoothly finished a piece of music and smiled: ”No need for so much trouble. Jiangcheng University’s research capabilities have always been good. Why not directly cooperate to build a joint laboratory?”

Hearing this, Yu Tianxiong’s eyes lit up, instantly understanding his Sir’s meaning.

”The laboratory will be actually managed by Tingfeng Capital, with Qin Tian serving as the chief scientist and director of the laboratory, possessing complete technical leadership and personnel authority. Jiangcheng University will primarily provide the venue, talent resources, and enjoy the right to be credited for research achievements. I believe Jiangcheng University will not refuse.”

This was not just ’won’t refuse’; they would probably be eager to establish it, Yu Tianxiong smiled.

It just so happened that he had previously planned to cooperate with Jiangcheng University, and now it coincided with his Sir’s strategic layout.

”Yes! I’ll get on it right away,” Yu Tianxiong said... The lottery station on Outer Ring West Road in University Town was unusually lively today.

Thanks to the news of the shocking jackpot in Jiangcheng last night, a continuous stream of people came to try their luck. The small station was packed, and everyone dreamed of becoming the next lucky winner.

Across from the lottery station, two men in ordinary T-shirts, seemingly idle, were squatting by the roadside playing cards.

”Three of a kind!”

One person threw out cards, but his eyes occasionally darted towards the entrance of the lottery station, saying: ”The boss told us to keep a close eye. It’s been all morning, and there’s no movement. What’s the deal with that guy named Jiang Datie?”

The other person directly threw out two cards: ”Bomb! Who cares what his background is! Did you see the news last night? Over 500 million! Damn, I wouldn’t earn a fraction of that in several lifetimes. You think... could it be this kid who won?”

He lowered his voice, his eyes a mix of envy and ruthlessness.

”It really is possible...”

As they spoke, a burst of static came from the earphone hidden under one man’s collar, followed by a rough voice: ”All of you, be sharp! Don’t blink! The target could appear at any moment. If you let him slip away right under your noses, I’ll skin you alive!”

”Yes... yes! Boss!”

The two men stiffened, immediately straightened their backs, stopped playing cards, and their gazes locked onto every person entering and exiting the lottery station like searchlights.

Meanwhile, in an office building in Jiangcheng.

Shen Wei was slumped deep in a leather sofa, the ashtray in front of him piled high with cigarette butts, the air thick with smoke.

He took deep drags from his cigarette, his eyes peering through the one-way glass at the busy office outside.

After just yelling into the communicator, he irritably tossed the device aside, then tilted his head back and gulped down a large mouthful of strong liquor. A burning sensation spread from his throat all the way to his stomach, but it couldn’t suppress the anger in his heart.

”Little Hacker!”

He roared hoarsely: ”Still can’t locate him?! Are you even competent?!”

A young technician with glasses sitting opposite him nervously swallowed, his fingers rapidly tapping on the keyboard: ”Bo-boss, his personal information has already been thoroughly checked. But the other party’s phone signal can’t be found; he’s probably out of battery and turned off. The last known location... was in the University Town area.”

Shen Wei’s brows furrowed into a knot: ”University Town? What a coincidence? Can’t you hack into the police’s network system and track him using street surveillance?”

The technician’s forehead beaded with sweat, and he swallowed: ”Th-theoretically, yes, but the police system isn’t easy to penetrate. Forcibly intruding would easily expose our location... the risk is too great. For now, it’s best to wait for the other party to actively show...”

His words suddenly stopped, his eyes widened abruptly, staring intently at a red dot that suddenly popped up on the screen. He exclaimed excitedly: ”He’s here! Boss! He’s appeared! The signal source has moved! He’s moving towards the lottery station on Outer Ring West Road!”

A terrifying glint instantly erupted in Shen Wei’s eyes, like a hungry wolf that had caught the scent of blood.

He suddenly stood up, pushed open the office door, and roared at the outside: ”Everyone! The target has appeared! At the Outer Ring West Road lottery station! Get moving! Bring him back! Now! Immediately!”

The office area immediately became agitated. Some made calls, and more people rushed out...

On Outer Ring West Road, Jiang Datie held the 500 million yuan lottery ticket in his hand and walked unhurriedly towards the lottery station.

His face still held that simple, even somewhat dull expression, as if he had no idea he was walking into a hunting ground full of traps.

The people at the milk tea shop entrance, those playing chess by the roadside, the onlookers at the lottery shop entrance... these hidden figures tensed their nerves, silently closing in on him, just waiting for him to take a few more steps into the optimal encirclement before making their move.

In the office building, Shen Wei stared intently at the lottery station’s surveillance footage, which had been hacked.

Looking at Jiang Datie’s face, he gnashed his teeth in hatred. He picked up the communication device, took a deep breath, and prepared to issue the final arrest order.

However, just as he was about to shout it out.

In the surveillance footage, Jiang Datie, who had been walking normally, suddenly stopped without warning.

He seemed to sense something, vigilantly looked around, then suddenly turned and quickly walked back in the direction he came from!

”Damn it!”

Shen Wei was stunned, then erupted in rage, yelling into the communicator: ”He noticed! Move! Grab him for me!”

As soon as the order was given, the seemingly calm street instantly exploded!

Over a dozen figures swarmed out from all directions, rushing towards Jiang Datie like hungry wolves pouncing on their prey!

Leading them was He Jun, Shen Wei’s confidant. It was he who had been ordered to handle things yesterday, and now he was seething with anger, wishing he could tear this guy who ruined his plans into a thousand pieces!

Jiang Datie reacted extremely quickly. Seeing the situation, he didn’t hesitate, turned his head, and bolted into a narrow alleyway nearby!

”Chase him! Don’t let him get away!” He Jun roared, leading a group of thugs in hot pursuit.

People on the roadside were startled by this scene, not knowing what was happening.

A group of people rushed into the alley, winding through twists and turns, eventually watching Jiang Datie’s figure disappear into an abandoned, unfinished building.

”Hmph, seeking death!” He Jun sneered and led his men inside.

The unfinished building was dimly lit, filled with construction debris and dust.

They quickly spotted Jiang Datie standing in the ground-floor hall, seemingly with nowhere to run.

He had his back to the crowd, breathing slightly.

He Jun led his men to surround him, panting heavily, and said with a sinister laugh: ”Run! Why aren’t you running now? Kid, you can’t escape! If you’re smart, come with us obediently!”

Jiang Datie slowly turned around, but there was no trace of panic on his face. His breathing was steady, and even his eyes had become sharp, completely unlike his previous simple and honest demeanor.

He calmly asked: ”Who are you? What do you want?”

”What’s with the talk! Come with us and you’ll find out!” He Jun impatiently waved his hand, signaling his subordinates to go and seize him.