All Heavens Pension started from the fiery era

Chapter 709 710. Plan to study abroad

After hearing Yue Wenxuan's arrangement, everyone expressed no objection. Seeing that everyone agreed, Yue Wenxuan ordered Huang Youjin to prepare the phonograph and select a few dance records for backup.

As the melodious music from the phonograph sounded, the entire Sanshanju was immersed in a relaxed and happy atmosphere.

As the hostess of today's party, Yue Suzhi stood up first and said gracefully:

"I don't have any particularly outstanding talents. I can only play the piano fairly well. I'll play a song for you to liven up the atmosphere."

After saying that, Yue Suzhi walked to the piano beside her, sat down, and gently pressed the keys.

Suddenly, a melodious piano music echoed in the room, making people feel relaxed and happy.

When the song ended, everyone applauded and praised. Su Jiahui even cheered loudly: "Suzhi, you play the piano so well, even better than a professional!"

"You're too kind. My skills are quite sophisticated. As my teacher said, I'm too mechanical. Unfortunately, it's too difficult to make further progress. I guess this is the level I'll reach in my lifetime." Yue Suzhi said modestly.

Yue Wenxuan had always known that his sister played the piano well. After hearing her play again, he felt that her piano skills had improved significantly, and praised her sincerely:

“Your teacher’s requirements are very strict, and the level is really good. I feel that I have made great progress compared to before.

Especially in terms of emotional integration, sister is on the right track. I think if you choose piano as your direction in the future, you will have a bright future. You may become the first female pianist in our country. "

Although Yue Suzhi felt that her brother was praising her too much, she still said happily: "I really like playing the piano, and I will continue this hobby in the future, but I don't plan to make playing the piano my lifelong pursuit.

I think if this is the only thing we pursue, our vision is a bit narrow.”

Yue Suzhi is also a woman of the times who has been influenced by advanced ideas. Although she is not as radical as others in her words and actions, she also has a heart to save the country and the people. It's just that this heart has been suppressed by family education and has never been expressed.

In the torrent of the times, witnessing the devastation of the motherland, most of the educated young people of this era have a passionate heart to save the country and the people. However, facing the pressure of reality, some people gradually compromised and slowly eroded their ideals, while some people have been persevering and moving forward, even if they encounter many difficulties, they still overcome all obstacles and live up to their original aspirations.

The original body had never paid attention to his sister's thoughts, but Yue Wenxuan felt from this sentence that his elder sister also had a heart that was not satisfied with the status quo.

When Yue Suzhi returned to her seat, Zhan Zhaoxiang also stood up. He bowed to everyone and said, "Suzhi plays the piano so well. I won't embarrass myself in art. However, I can recite a poem for you."

After that, Zhan Zhaoxiang cleared his throat and began to recite. His voice was loud and emotional, expressing the artistic conception of the poem vividly. Everyone was fascinated by his words and nodded in praise.

Especially Bai Yuanwei's eyes, which radiated admiration, as if there was only Zhan Zhaoxiang in her world.

Next, brother and sister Bai Yuanshao and Bai Yuanwei also showed their talents one after another.

Bai Yuanshao played a violin piece for everyone with beautiful melody; while Bai Yuanwei performed a dance for everyone with light and graceful dance moves, as if a fairy descended to earth.

Zhan Zhaoxiang looked at Bai Yuanwei with infatuated eyes, without disguising his infatuation at all.

After Bai Yuanwei's performance was over, everyone else looked at Yue Wenxuan, and Su Jiaxing was the first to urge him:

"Wenxuan, you are the organizer of the party, don't think about being lazy, you must perform a show for us this time."

The original body was not as talented as the eldest sister. She had never learned to play the piano or the violin. When she encountered similar things in the past, she usually did not participate.

Yue Wenxuan is not as lacking in artistic talent as his original self, but his friends know him too well. Even if he wants to perform a show, it has to be consistent with his own experience.

He thought for a moment and said, "You guys forced me to show off. I worked hard to learn how to play the flute some time ago, so I'll show you today."

The original body liked the flute when he was young, and he had learned it several times over the years, so he had some basic skills. It was not surprising for Yue Wenxuan to say this.

Yue Wenxuan picked up a flute that he had prepared long ago and walked towards the performance area.

From the moment Yue Wenxuan stood up, Zhan Zhaoling's eyes were glued to him, refusing to leave.

In her eyes, Yue Wenxuan was like a poet who walked out of an ancient poem. He held the beautifully carved flute in his hand, as if he was holding a ray of elegance that had lasted for a thousand years.

Yue Wenxuan walked lightly to the performance area, and Zhan Zhaoling suddenly felt that the air at this moment had become fresher and quieter.

Yue Wenxuan closed his eyes gently.

With just such a simple action, Zhan Zhaoling felt endless tranquility and harmony, as if Yue Wenxuan was having a conversation with the world at this moment.

After a moment, Yue Wenxuan opened his mouth slightly and blew out the first note. The note was like a clear spring flowing over a stone, gentle and melodious, spreading in the air.

As the flute sounded, the whole hall seemed to be surrounded by an invisible force, and all the noise and distractions disappeared without a trace. Everyone seemed to be in a green bamboo forest, hearing the sound of wind blowing through the bamboo leaves, and seemed to feel the rhythm of nature.

Yue Wenxuan's flute sounds sometimes high and passionate, like a violent storm, shocking the heart; sometimes low and melodious, like a gurgling stream, gentle and delicate.

The sound of the flute seems to be telling an ancient story, which makes people intoxicated and unable to extricate themselves.

In this beautiful flute sound, people seem to see Yue Wenxuan's inner world, a world full of poetry and dreams, full of yearning and pursuit for beautiful things.

When the last note fell, the whole hall fell into a brief silence.

Then there was thunderous applause and cheers.

Yue Wenxuan's eyes sparkled with confidence and brilliance. He deliberately pretended to be an artist, smiling and bowing to the audience in thanks.

"Wenxuan, when did you become so good at playing the flute? Even I didn't know." Sister Yue Suzhi asked in surprise.

"I've always been laughed at by you guys, so I practiced secretly for a long time just for today's surprise." "You really shocked us all!

In the past, my teacher always criticized my piano playing for being too mechanical, and I was a little dissatisfied. After listening to your flute playing today, I finally understood what the real art of music is.

I never thought you had such a great talent in music. I suggest you explore it. Even if it's just a hobby, as long as your level is high enough, it's something to be proud of."

This is Yue Suzhi's sincere praise from the bottom of her heart.

Yue Wenxuan sighed secretly. He just played a piece casually and didn't show his true level. Otherwise, it would be a bit unreasonable for his flute playing level to suddenly become so high.

But even if it was just a casual performance, the level he displayed was still too high, and it still shocked everyone.

Yue Wenxuan casually responded with a few words and finally covered up the matter.

Neither Su Jiahui nor Zhan Zhaoling had any outstanding artistic talent. They each played a piece, and their level was very amateur.

Finally it was Su Jiaxing's turn, and he looked embarrassed.

Even though Yue Wenxuan was having the most fun during his performance just now, his talent level is actually far inferior to that of his original self.

He scratched his head and said a little embarrassedly: "I... I can't play the piano, let alone dance. But I can tell you a joke."

Everyone laughed when they heard this and urged him to speak faster.

Su Jiaxing cleared his throat and began to tell a joke. Although his joke was a bit old-fashioned, it was told vividly and interestingly, making everyone laugh.

With such good results, everyone agreed that he passed.

After the talent show, Yue Wenxuan suggested holding a small dance party. He asked someone to move the table in the middle of the living room to create an open space.

As the cheerful dance music from the phonograph sounded, Zhan Zhaoling and Su Jiahui walked into the center of the dance floor hand in hand. They were wearing gorgeous cheongsams, with slim and graceful figures, and they looked particularly dazzling under the lights. The men invited them one after another, and the dance floor soon became lively.

Yue Wenxuan also invited his sister Yue Suzhi to come down and dance. The two walked hand in hand into the center of the dance floor and danced to the cheerful music. Their dancing was elegant and well coordinated, attracting many people to stop and watch and admire.

When the song ended, Yue Wenxuan left the dance floor.

Yue Wenxuan and Zhan Zhaoxiang stood aside and chatted. They talked about current political affairs, social phenomena and other topics; while Su Jiaxing and Bai Yuanshao sat on the sofa and chatted. They talked about interesting things and gossip in school and other topics.

Zhan Zhaoxiang and Yue Wenxuan chatted for a while, then suddenly fell silent. Then he said solemnly:
"Wenxuan, I may be going abroad to study in a while. If it's early, I will go before the Spring Festival. If things don't go smoothly, or there are other delays, I will take a ship to London at the latest in the first half of next year.

My first goal for studying abroad is Cambridge, but if admission is too difficult, I may consider other schools.”

Yue Wenxuan was not surprised that some of his good friends wanted to study abroad. Given their family background and education level, it was normal for them to make such a choice.

He also said solemnly: "Then I sincerely congratulate you on your safe journey and academic success. Your choice is correct. If you have the conditions, you should go abroad to broaden your horizons."

"What about you? Do you have any plans to go abroad?"

“I have this plan and I will definitely go abroad to have a look, but I prefer to go to the United States.

It shouldn’t be too far away, but I haven’t discussed it with my family yet. I have to get my parents’ consent before I can consider this matter.”

Yue Wenxuan's purpose of going abroad was certainly not for his studies, but for the more open financial market in the United States. If he wanted to make money, he would of course make money from the Americans rather than grabbing the hard-earned money of his own people.

As for when to leave, he was not in a hurry.

"Why do you want to go to the United States? Since you are going to study abroad, of course you should go to the best school in the world. Why don't you go to London with me, so that you can have a companion, and if there are any difficulties, we can take care of each other." Zhan Zhaoxiang lobbied hard.

Although he has always been looking forward to the day of studying abroad, he also has deep-seated worries and fears about a foreign country. Of course, it would be great if he could have a good friend to accompany him.

Yue Wenxuan shook his head and said firmly: "I still prefer to go to the United States. If you change your mind, I am also happy to go with you. As you said, if you can have a friend to take care of each other in a foreign country, it is absolutely a blessing."

"Which country to study in is not something I can decide on my own. I have to ask my father for his opinion." Zhan Zhaoxiang's tone was full of regret. "I'll ask him later. I don't have to study in Cambridge. The United States is indeed not bad. I'm just afraid that my father won't listen to my opinion."

Bai Yuanshao was also very interested when he heard them talking about studying abroad. He also said:
“I really envy you two for being able to study abroad so early. I also want to go abroad, but I may have to wait until I graduate from university in China.

I want to try to see if I can get a place on a government-sponsored study abroad program. It would be great if I could.

If I can’t get it, then I’ll have to find another way.”

After Bai Yuanshao's father's business failed, he was still able to allow his family to maintain a decent life, but that was all.

His family's financial resources only allow the two siblings to graduate from college in China. If they want to study abroad, they can only rely on themselves, and there is probably not much their family can do to help.

Yue Wenxuan admires his friend Bai Yuanshao very much. In his eyes, Bai Yuanshao is a very determined and resilient person. As long as he has a goal, he will persevere in achieving it.

Such people, even if they are in trouble for a while, will often have a bright future.

Yue Wenxuan admired his perseverance and was willing to help him, so he said, "I think your plan is very good. After you have a solid foundation in China, studying abroad will be easier, and you can spend less time and learn more useful knowledge.

Of course I hope you can get the opportunity to study abroad on government scholarship, but sometimes the competition is not so fair. If you don’t get it, don’t be discouraged. We, your friends, can also help you.

For example, we can sponsor your study abroad expenses. When you return after completing your studies and have an income, it is not too late to repay you slowly.

This is friendship between friends, I don't think you will refuse, right?"