Obsessive Tycoon and His Swan Girl
Chapter 143 - 143 143 It Could Be an Exception

Chapter 143: Chapter 143: It Could Be an Exception Chapter 143: Chapter 143: It Could Be an Exception Wang Xue knew that people often came to the piano room from outside the school, some to check on the orchestra and invite them to perform, usually accompanied by some sponsorship fees.

Therefore, such people were generally worthy of respect.

She immediately said with a smile, “Hello, Teacher Zhou, I am the leader of the orchestra, Wang Xue. Please feel free to look around. If you need anything, just ask me, and I’ll introduce you.”

“Okay,” Zhou Yaming casually looked around, studying the medals hanging on the wall for a while.

Then he asked, “Are these photos of your orchestra winning awards?”

“Yes, our orchestra has had many performances and won quite a few awards.”

“Why don’t I see one with the name Jiang Zhe? I heard someone say last time that she has good playing skills and also composed a piece for Xu Jin, demonstrating original creativity. Yet, in these award-winning photos, there’s no picture of her?”

Upon hearing this, Wang Xue’s expression darkened slightly, feeling a bit annoyed.

Why did it seem that Jiang Zhe was always a topic of conversation?

Her smile faded somewhat as she said, “Jiang Zhe isn’t part of the orchestra; she’s accustomed to being independent. Besides, she was studying at another school previously and only transferred here this semester.”

“So, she doesn’t practice piano with you usually?” Zhou Yaming was quite surprised, considering that to develop the kind of skill Jiang Zhe had, as well as to keep producing original compositions, she would need to use a piano frequently.

After all, creation and modification require the assistance of musical pieces, and it’s not impossible in this world for composers to create without any musical instruments.

But those kinds of people are so rare they can almost be disregarded.

Not to mention that this is just a high school senior.

“No, I have never seen her practice piano. She doesn’t want to join our orchestra,” said Wang Xue. “Maybe she looks down on us.”

Zhou Yaming was already skeptical about the matter of Jiang Zhe being Miss J. After hearing what Wang Xue said, he felt even more uncertain and asked, “Then how does she maintain such a good standard in her performances on stage? Does she practice at home?”

“She’s a boarding student and doesn’t go home. Moreover, she has already left the Jiang family. I heard that her new family is in poor financial conditions and couldn’t possibly afford a piano. Anyway, I have never seen her practice piano.”

Having said this, Wang Xue herself started to find it strange.

If one doesn’t practice for three days, the skill suffers; how did Jiang Zhe maintain her form and continue to create?

Wang Xue spoke of things Zhou Yaming didn’t know about.

He immediately pressed, “You mentioned Jiang Zhe left the Jiang family; what exactly happened?”

Wang Xue, having been recently embarrassed by Jiang Zhe, felt rather annoyed with her.

She proceeded to recount, with embellishments, how Jiang Zhe was adopted by the Jiang family and now had been taken back by her biological family.

When it came to Jiang Zhe’s creative ability, she vividly recounted the rumors, “Actually, we all know that Xu Jin said she was Miss J to help her out of a tough spot, to avoid her being accused of plagiarism by fans. That’s because Xu Jin is a good person and knew she was from the Jiang family, so she gave her that kind of privilege. Otherwise, she would have been unable to get off the stage that day.”

In fact, Wang Xue believed this to be true in her heart.

She recognized Jiang Zhe’s playing ability, but as for her composing ability, she genuinely did not believe it.

Just like what Teacher Zhou had asked just now, does Jiang Zhe practice piano?

No.

Does Jiang Zhe come to the piano room?

She does, but only to watch Xiao Meng practice.

Does Jiang Zhe compose?

No one has ever seen it.

Zhou Yaming, hearing all this, felt even deeper doubts in his mind.

He asked, “Is Jiang Zhe a decent person?”

Wang Xue, eager for more opportunities, wanted to belittle Jiang Zhe but didn’t want to waste her impression on Zhou Yaming, promptly said, “I’m not in a position to say, you should ask Ji Tang about it.”

“This classmate is called Ji Tang? Then you tell me.” Zhou Yaming looked at the boy.

Ji Tang, who had some reservations about Jiang Zhe’s arrogance, said indifferently, “Jiang Zhe, well, she always does as she pleases, won’t take others’ advice, and isn’t willing to cooperate with anyone. I don’t know why she’s like that. The orchestra sincerely invited her, but she wouldn’t join.”

Anyway, the implication was that Jiang Zhe wasn’t really talented.

Otherwise, why would she be afraid to join the orchestra?

Why would she be unwilling to train with everyone else?

Zhou Yaming had his answer and bid farewell to Wang Xue and Ji Tang.

Ji Tang asked Wang Xue, “Who exactly could this person be?”

“Don’t know, could be a sponsor, maybe. The piano in our practice room was sponsored because someone liked our orchestra. Hopefully, we’ll have some good luck this time too.”

Although Zhou Yaming believed the rumors about Jiang Zhe, he still made the trip and decided to see Jiang Zhe again in person to form his own judgment.

With such a promising prospect as Fan Yin having had someone pull strings in advance, he couldn’t afford to not make an effort.

After Jiang Zhe parted ways with Wang Xue and Ji Tang, she turned around and washed her face.

When she returned to the classroom, her hair was still wet.

“What happened to you?” Xia Enci asked, “Isn’t it cold?”

Xiao Meng handed over her jacket, “Xiaozhe, put on an extra piece of clothing.”

“It’s nothing.” Jiang Zhe chewed her gum, her irritation had already lessened quite a bit.

As long as no one bothered her for a while, she was fine.

Xiao Meng and Xia Enci tactfully remained silent, not used to seeing Jiang Zhe so irritable.

Jiang Zhe had just calmed down when Si Qing came over and said softly, “Jiang Zhe, Director Han has asked you to stop by.”

“What for?” Jiang Zhe’s tone was slightly irritable.

“I don’t know,” Si Qing replied, seeing her like this, “Should I tell Director Han you’re not feeling well and discuss it later?”

Jiang Zhe hadn’t planned to postpone, she stood up and said, “No, it’s okay, I’ll go right over.”

In Director Han’s office, knowing that Zhou Yaming had come to find Jiang Zhe, the attitude was very polite.

The two conversed smoothly.

“Professor Zhou, Jiang Zhe generally performs quite well, overall she’s a good kid. If there’s an opportunity, you could still consider her,” Director Han said.

Knowing that Jiang Zhe’s academic achievements weren’t good, Director Han didn’t speak highly of her grades.

But even a student with poor grades can have many other strengths, and he sincerely hoped Jiang Zhe could find a suitable major for herself and get an opportunity on another path, so he spared no effort in promoting her.

Zhou Yaming’s originally warm tone cooled somewhat, “Actually, as long as Jiang Zhe has genuine talent and skills, I could indeed make an exception.”

“Jiang Zhe definitely has it! Her performance and composition are publicly acknowledged!” said Director Han with a smile.

Zhou Yaming still wanted to wait until he met her in person.

Moments later, there was a knock on the door.

“Come in,” said Director Han.