[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-drama-queen-reborn-as-a-top-student":3,"chapter-drama-queen-reborn-as-a-top-student-drama-queen-reborn-as-a-top-student-chapter-957":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Drama Queen Reborn as a Top Student!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1658842,2123,"Chapter 957 - 461: Performance","drama-queen-reborn-as-a-top-student-chapter-957",957,"\u003Cp>Rong Xianning avoided the Nine Dragon Association’s trackers and took a taxi to the convention center.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gala will be held here tonight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The parking lot is filled with top-notch luxury cars, making him seem out of place arriving by taxi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The organizer’s staff at the gala greeted him at the door—a young woman in her early twenties, whose eyes lit up upon seeing the handsome young man in a white suit in the night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rong Xianning?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rong Xianning removed his mask, \"Hello, I’m Rong Xianning.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I didn’t expect you to really come, that’s wonderful.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl’s gleeful eyes conveyed that she was a fan of Rong Xianning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gala was about to start and the crowd was increasing; the place where Rong Xianning stood was quite eye-catching, attracting frequent glances his way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl immediately said, \"Come with me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She led Rong Xianning in through the back door and arranged a lounge for him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, there was another young woman in a red strapless gown in the lounge, with a cello beside her, checking the strings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing someone enter, she glanced up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was just a single glance before she lowered her head again, focused on her task.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl explained softly to Rong Xianning, \"She is also a performer at the gala.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rong Xianning nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two discussed the performance pieces and details, and the girl quickly left to make arrangements, leaving the two of them alone in the lounge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere was stifling, but they were both absorbed in their musical worlds, creating a harmonious scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside, the venue was bustling with excitement, full of extravagant sights and sounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Almost every notable businessman in Australia was present tonight, surprisingly accompanied by many prestigious women, almost like a swarm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their elegant and noble attire attracted the attention of young talents, but after a brief assessment, their gazes shifted away bluntly, frequently glancing towards the entrance, as if waiting for someone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until the appearance of a certain figure ignited the gala to its climax.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The boy, with dazzling blonde hair and deep, mysterious blue eyes, was dressed in a uniquely tailored high-end suit, perfectly showcasing his mysterious and noble aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he smiled, there was no warmth in his icy blue eyes, naturally creating a sense of distance—this was not someone easily approachable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master Mei Fei, it’s an honor to have you here,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chairman of the business association personally greeted him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A great honor indeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone watched as the young man nodded slightly, \"Chairman Li, it’s been a while.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chairman Li smiled warmly, \"The last time we met was three years ago; I wonder if Master Mei Fei remembers?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The finance summit in Siland, Chairman Li made quite an impression back then, how could I forget.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ha ha ha.\" Chairman Li laughed heartily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he waved his hand, and a girl from the group of prestigious women, surrounded by admiration, frowned slightly, but walked over amongst envious gazes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chairman Li pulled the girl over and introduced to the young man, \"This is my daughter, Li Wanqing. You’re about the same age; you should have lots to talk about. Wanqing, this is Master Mei Fei.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing maintained a graceful and poised smile, \"Hello, Master Mei Fei. I’m Li Wanqing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young man nodded lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More and more people gathered around, everyone wanting to strike up a conversation with Amos, and Li Wanqing was quickly pushed to the outer circle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing enjoyed the leisure, but faced her father’s intimidating gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing pouted and murmured, \"You saw it too; he’s not interested in me at all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was even less interested in him, she thought silently but dared not express.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her father was eager to connect with Amos, valuing not just his resources but the powerful Mei Fei Family behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She and Amos were of the same age, and her father had plans for her; this method of networking was common in the business realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Amos was not only a year younger, he seemed quite shrewd, a type she didn’t care for.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just make friends, do it as a favor for your dad.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing pursed her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, the melodious sound of a cello rose, enhancing the gala’s atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing turned her head to see a slender figure in a red strapless gown absorbed in playing the cello on the stage not far away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young woman, with long hair cascading down her shoulders, wore a serene and entranced expression, captivating the audience with her skillful performance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many had already noticed her, stopping to listen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing frowned deeper, \"Why is it her? Has she fallen to such a state to perform at a gala?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone was contemptuous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chairman Li’s gaze paused, staring at the woman immersed in her performance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing, seeing her father’s expression, was incensed, \"It’s embarrassing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She gave a signal to a close sister nearby, who immediately understood, nodding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wanqing looked at some so-called young talents present, then at Amos who was surrounded and fawned upon, suddenly realizing Amos wasn’t bad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least he was young, handsome, capable, and extraordinarily well-connected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was privileged to be willful, but the consequences...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She glanced at the woman performing on stage with the cello, curled her lips, realizing how important choices were.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the performance ended, it was met with thunderous applause, and the woman gracefully thanked the audience before withdrawing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Men had already set their sights on her, smiling with certainty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, anyone attending this gala must be affluent, and courting a musician woman was easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lights dimmed across the venue, leaving a single spotlight illuminating the white grand piano on the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a momentary stir in the audience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The boy stepped onto the stage, quietly seating himself at the piano.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spotlight surrounded the boy, revealing only a striking silhouette, as beautiful as a portrait, unforgettable, especially with his calm and poised demeanor, charmingly outstanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the dim lighting, no one noticed the fleeting surprise in the blue-eyed boy’s gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the prestigious women, some were internet-savvy and recognized the boy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s Rong Xianning.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whispers started among the young women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He’s so handsome, such a great aura, much taller than I imagined. People say he’s still a child, but he seems pretty mature, definitely charismatic.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s because he looks mature; in reality, he’s not yet fifteen, still a brotherly figure. Anyone feeling captivated would be too criminal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pair of long and fair hands fell onto the black and white keys, and enchanting notes began to flow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The boy’s hands seemed to possess magical powers. Though simple notes, touched by the boy’s hands, they gained a soul, instantly capturing everyone’s ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One young woman gazed intently at the boy with a straight back, absorbed in playing the piano, \"Even if he’s a brotherly figure, he’s one with talent and charm. No one else can have him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1155,"2026-06-06T12:23:59.512Z",1,"novelbin.me","20907520c29152edbc8c7bd2385a964189207de3ad17e5533f3d40cef86fbf36","drama-queen-reborn-as-a-top-student-chapter-958","drama-queen-reborn-as-a-top-student-chapter-956",1154,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fdrama-queen-reborn-as-a-top-student-cover.jpg"]