7:56.
Despite it being past dinner peak hours, the restaurant was still quite populated.
But compared to an hour ago, the hall had quietened significantly.
The noisy clamor had subsided, replaced by the sound of clinking cutlery.
This atmosphere seemed perfect for some music.
There couldn't be a better opportunity.
Lin Tian took a deep breath and sat down in front of the piano.
"Have you lost your mind, Lin Tian!"
Xu Yong, seeing Lin Tian was serious, suddenly became anxious.
He quickly walked up to Lin Tian, lowering his voice excitedly,
"Do you know who is dining here today? Have those videos brainwashed you? Those videos teach you a few keys and claim you can easily play a melody are just fooling outsiders!"
"Using this to show off will embarrass you so much you'll wish you could crawl into a hole... I was fooled just once...."
Xu Yong was already cursing inside.
After two and a half years of friendship with Lin Tian since high school, did he not know what kind of person Lin Tian was!
This guy, other than being a bit handsome and having slightly better academic performance, and being somewhat like Mr. Ji....he had no other virtues!
This guy can play the piano?
Don't make me laugh!
Might as well claim I am the Emperor!
Now, with so many people in the restaurant, and it being so quiet, once the piano starts...
Just the thought made Xu Yong cringe so hard he wanted to pick at his toes!
This damn tendency of feeling embarrassed for others!
"Actually, I can play a little."
Lin Tian said.
"Play a little? You might as well perform a 'standing 360% glue spin and spray in all directions' here to attract more onlookers and trick some girls into spending money..."
"Besides, aren't you afraid of Manager Wang messing with you? During work hours, using his precious piano...aren't you afraid he'll use this excuse to deduct your salary?!"
Xu Yong earnestly tried to persuade Lin Tian.
He couldn't understand why the usually reserved and low-profile Lin Tian would want to do something so attention-seeking today.
Meanwhile,
Many other diners in the restaurant were also noticing what was happening on this side.
Seeing a waiter sit at the central piano, they all couldn't help but cast curious glances.
Was there going to be a performance?
It didn't seem like someone they paid to come here; otherwise, why hadn't they seen this before?
A waiter was going to play?
That was rare indeed.
Especially when they noticed that this waiter looked like a young high school student.
Their intrigue grew, and they nudged their companions, craning their necks to get a better view.
Very curious about what kind of performance it would be.
Feeling the increasing hot gazes from around.
Xu Yong couldn't bear it anymore.
He already started feeling embarrassed!
"Go make or break on your own!"
Seeing that Lin Tian could not be dissuaded, Xu Yong could only leave these words behind and hastened to the side.
If he didn't quickly move away, people might mistake him for being familiar with this mentally unstable pianist!
Don't talk nonsense, I'm really not close with him!
Not familiar at all!
Seeing no one bothering him anymore, Lin Tian turned his gaze to the system interface.
The reason he said "I can play a little" earlier was because he wasn't sure what level of proficiency the system could provide him.
He opened the [Instrument Skill Self-selection Card].
[Please select one of the following instruments: Violin, Jazz Drum, Guitar, Piano, Suona]
Lin Tian gently slid his finger: [Acquired: Piano Skills (Silver)]
In a moment, countless memories about piano techniques, including music theory, flooded into his mind!
The sensation was magical, as if his head had been hit by a blunt object.
In an instant, he had an epiphany.
At this moment, he placed his fingers on the piano.
It felt like touching an old partner.
Just like how simple to snipe is, Liu Qi obtaining a chessboard, Momonoki Kanami touching gold gold.
Just a gentle press of the fingers, and he knew how to use it.
"Thump—"
Lin Tian pressed a piano key.
As the first note rang out, the heavy piano sound reverberated throughout the entire restaurant.
All the dining guests and busy waiters were involuntarily drawn by it.
Everyone unconsciously turned their gazes over.
Lin Tian took a deep breath and placed both hands on the piano.
And he began to play.
"""
"♫~"
Soothing, tender notes cascaded down the music passage.
Lin Tian was playing a piece called "Dream Wedding."
Having lived for 18 years, he had forgotten most of the music compositions from his previous life.
But this "Dream Wedding" was an exception.
He had a very deep memory of the entire piece.
Because it was the school bell at the end of classes in his previous high school life.
Lin Tian loved this piece very much and would often listen to it using music software.
Of course, that included a bit of subjectivity.
If it had been the school-starting bell, he might not have loved it as much.
With the help of [Piano Skills (silver)], as long as he could remember the melody.
He could easily play it.
....
As Lin Tian's piano performance began.
Gradually,
the entire restaurant entered a tranquil and harmonious atmosphere.
"It sounds quite nice, doesn't it?"
"Not bad, this piano."
"Wow, is this really a high school student?"
...
Many guests unconsciously paused their knives and forks, ceasing their meals.
They began to quietly appreciate the music.
Dining amidst such piano sounds was truly a joy.
This waiter guy, turns out he's really talented.
Are high school students these days all this impressive?
Even Xu Yong was watching more and more dumbfounded.
Until he was completely stunned.
No way, dude.
You really can play?!
"Dream Wedding."
What a beautifully refined piece of music it is?
The French composer Paul de Sena, when he created this piece, wanted to express an idealized love and a romantic wedding atmosphere.
Many people don't know that this piece was born in 1978, and it's not a classical piece of music.
It blends classical and pop music characteristics, featuring soft, elegant melodies and extremely emotive rhythms....
Everyone, actually, inherently possesses a musical cell.
Although the people of this world have never heard this piece before.
Yet, the romantic, elegant, and deep emotions in the piano sound precisely and unmistakably resonate with everyone present.
As Lin Tian's piano reached its climax, the melody quickened.
In the restaurant, guests' exclamations of amazement gradually filled the air.
"Man, this piano is so good..."
"Really, this is the first time I've enjoyed instrumental music so much, it's such a pleasure!"
"My grandpa listened and even he said it's graceful!"
"Not only is he handsome, but he also plays the piano so well! What's this waiter's name?"
"Could he possibly be a trainee from some talent agency?"
....
Soon, many guests stood up.
This was too fresh!
Posting on Douyin would easily rack up tens of thousands of likes!
They took out their phones, opened the camera app, and started recording Lin Tian.
The guests that Lin Tian had just served were especially smitten.
Some even left their seats and came up to Lin Tian's piano.
Students! Handsome guy! Piano! Music!
When these elements intertwined, they formed the most beautiful scene in the tea restaurant!
As the last note of "Dream Wedding" fell.
Lin Tian withdrew his hands.
A perfect performance, reached its conclusion!
"Amazing!"
A woman who was filming took the lead and applauded, soon, all the guests also clapped enthusiastically.
In China, there is never a shortage of people who love to join in the excitement and fun.
"So handsome! Young man, you're too cool!" someone screamed.
"So pleasing to the ears! Can you play another one?"
And in the crowd, a waiter was more excited than anyone else.
"We've known each other for many years."
"He's my brother, my good brother!"
"""