Hua Yue pointed at the chair beneath the Fourth Prince, and said indifferently, "See, that very chair costs 2000 Silver Taels. Even if we sisters pool all our private savings over the years, what could we afford?"

"Besides, items from Nanshan Academy won't be sold to commoners easily."

The hope that had just ignited in the hearts of the Singers was extinguished again. They looked at Hua Yue, bewildered, already considering her their pillar of strength.

Yet Hua Yue made a shocking statement.

"There's no hope for Zuimeng Music Workshop now, our only chance to survive is to join Good Sound Music Workshop."

Upon hearing this, the Singers were thrown into turmoil. This was outright betrayal of their master; if word got out, how could they maintain their footing in Imperial City, and who would want to listen to their performances in the future?

However, Hua Yue also gave everyone a reassuring pill to swallow; she was certain that sooner or later, Fourth Prince would sell them to Good Sound Music Workshop, they just needed to be psychologically prepared.

Soon, a guest recognized Zhen Ji among them and teased her, saying,

"Oh, is your Zuimeng Music Workshop unable to carry on? Have you actually come here to steal techniques? Come on, everyone, come take a look."

With such malicious words, Zhen Ji was overwhelmed with shame. Just yesterday, she was titled as the number one Singer of Imperial City, and today she came to learn in disguise; if this were to get out, her reputation would be ruined in an instant.

Lin Yi noticed something was amiss; he had only been focused on the Fourth Prince and was unaware that Zhen Ji and the others had also arrived.

A group of men bullying a bunch of girls, without giving it another thought, Lin Yi randomly picked a song and stepped out.

"Oh, Master Lin is here too, I never expected to encounter Master Lin here today, what a pleasure."

The nose of the Minister of Justice was truly sensitive; he smelled Lin Yi's presence right away.

But Lin Yi just gave him a cold glance and brushed past.

'Humph, in this place, other than me and Fourth Prince, you're the one with the highest office. Yet you fail to deliver justice for the girls. That hat of office you're wearing is worn in vain.'

On the other hand, Fourth Prince was also surprised to see Lin Yi here. But after a moment's thought, it made sense that only Nanshan Academy could be behind all the uncommon aspects of this music workshop.

Realizing this, Fourth Prince, no fool, could see that Good Sound Music Workshop belonged to Lin Yi.

That auction for the chair that cost 2000 Silver Taels went straight into Lin Yi's pocket, and it was a painful loss.

As Lin Yi passed by Fourth Prince, he exchanged customary pleasantries, "Yo, Fourth Prince is also here, please have a seat, I will be right back."

Then Lin Yi strode towards Zhen Ji and the others. Seeing Lin Yi, Zhen Ji felt as if she had seen her savior, her eyes full of hope.

"Who said they've come here to steal techniques? They didn't sneak in dress in disguise; they entered openly through the front door."

"After entering, they did not cause a commotion but rather observed quietly, obviously here to humbly seek guidance. Right?"

Challenged by Lin Yi, the face of the guest who had spoken earlier turned hot with embarrassment. He could never have dreamed that a careless remark would be caught so squarely by Lin Yi.

Zhen Ji was profoundly grateful, bowing slightly to Lin Yi, "Thank you, Master Lin, for stepping in. We sisters indeed came to learn and observe."

The Imperial City's number one Singer was so boldly admitting her desire to learn, which caused a stir among the crowd. They all wondered if the Zuimeng Music Workshop next door could no longer hold on.

Although the music at the moment was loud, the discussions still reached the ears of Fourth Prince nearby.

For the future of Zuimeng Music Workshop, he too approached Lin Yi's side and spoke resoundingly.

"Well said! Who was it just now who couldn't distinguish between learning and stealing skills? Someone come and drag him out. Such a narrow-minded person does not deserve to enter Good Sound Music Workshop."

Lin Yi couldn't help but feel a bit inferior to Fourth Prince's seamless transition into playing the good guy.

Everyone was praising the Fourth Prince for eliminating a nuisance for the people, with words of admiration beyond expression, but all the Singers, without exception, looked at Lin Yi with gratitude in their eyes.

They clearly understood that it was Lin Yi who had truly helped them.

Although somewhat reluctant, Lin Yi chose not to concern himself with it; after all, he was happy as long as today's income was good, so he might as well give Fourth Prince some face.

Just as Lin Yi was about to turn and leave, the trouble-seeking Fourth Prince actually stopped him.

"Master Lin, please wait. I've heard that all the compositions of Good Sound Music Workshop are made by you. Since these Singers have come here eagerly to learn, could you perhaps create some tailor-made pieces for them?"

Lin Yi was stunned for a moment, looking at Fourth Prince, puzzled.

'Fourth Prince, wasn't yesterday's defeat at the Qiqiao Stage enough to teach you a lesson? Do you still doubt my abilities?'

'You're challenging me again today? Then I'll have to make you pay a price.'

"Composing is a minor issue, but if they sing well here, then whose contributions will the guests' tips be considered – Zuimeng Music Workshop's or Good Sound Music Workshop's?"

Lin Yi did not wish to make a wedding dress for someone else, teaching people to sing and then counting money for others.

Fourth Prince seemed somewhat troubled, he glanced at the steward and casually said, "Let the new owner of Zuimeng Music Workshop decide."

Anyone with clear eyes could see that Zuimeng Music Workshop belonged to Fourth Prince, and the steward was only the nominal owner.

But many things are left unsaid; it's best to feign ignorance when one understands the real situation.

The steward was immediately scared into a cold sweat, with too little hint from Fourth Prince; he didn't know what to do.

Stammering for a long time, the steward could not utter a single word.

Fourth Prince's face was utterly lost, and he couldn't help but say angrily, "Since it's Zuimeng Music Workshop coming to learn, this prince feels that they should have the attitude of learning. Today's entire income of Zuimeng Music Workshop's Singers performing at Good Sound Music Workshop shall belong to Good Sound Music Workshop."

"Great!"

Lin Yi was the first to clap and cheer, praising, "Our Fourth Prince indeed has a magnanimous heart and great vision. Very well, I will now compose pieces for you."

With Fourth Prince's assurance, Lin Yi's heart blossomed with joy; he could already foresee the scene of guests eagerly presenting their Silver Taels later on.

To find suitable pieces for the Singers who had come to learn, Lin Yi made a point of listening to their vocal tones one by one before searching for songs in the music library.

'These 20 Singers all have some foundation; if they could all join my workshop, it would indeed be the icing on the cake.'

[Ding Dong, the host has successfully purchased 20 pairs of Bluetooth surveillance earpieces. Products have been dispatched to the audio control room.]

Later, under the pretext of teaching songs, Lin Yi led the Singers to an empty room, arranging appropriate pieces for them.

Fourth Prince watched his Singers go to learn music and couldn't help but feel smug.

'This prince is openly stealing skills, and you, Lin Yi, are willingly teaching. This is a business that profits without any capital, and once the Singers have learned the skills, this prince will just lie back and count money.'

Half a quarter of an hour later, Lin Yi emerged with Zhen Ji.

...End of chapter...

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