Chapter 1464: Dazzling and Bedazzling

With a swing of her arm, a dazzling display spread out, her toes naturally and rhythmically resting on the sides of the large drums. Her hands held the mallets, weaving them in circles like flowers, dizzying the eyes. Her body trembled slightly, keeping the beat with the sound.

At this moment, Zi Ruoxi saw no one else around; she was completely absorbed in her own rhythm. Her squinted big eyes seemed to convey a certain emotional indulgence, pure and completely devoid of impurities and distractions, just serene.

But this captivating scene couldn’t help but attract attention. More people started to whisper, casting gazes of admiration at this exceptional beauty.

“Who is this? So dazzling!” A red-haired young man below the stage asked a bar waiter beside him. He was Master Jie, a regular at the gay bar, with parents holding key positions in the government of Country H and considerable influence at home. Around nineteen years old, he had a bright face and had been watching Zi Ruoxi for a while, his eyes revealing interest as he took a sip of his drink.

“Oh. She’s An Yibing, a new member hired by the band.” The waiter glanced in the direction, then replied, noticing Master Jie’s apparent interest, and added slowly, “Sorry, Master Jie, she’s a girl.”

All this was dictated by the club manager Fei Ge. Because every night, in places like this, it’s a spot for hunters to sniff out their prey. The wanton, indulgent eyes searched among the sparse crowd for a target, setting off the next romantic encounter.

“Oh? A girl?” Master Jie responded with a slightly strange tone.

“She is,” the waiter replied.

“……” Master Jie didn’t respond but waved his hand, and the waiter retreated, leaving him alone with a lingering curious gaze. Surprised to find she was female. Oh, haha… something fresh… since when did this gay bar change its taste?

Master Jie then glanced at someone else at a bar table.

His gaze tilted at an angle, full of arrogance and frivolity, seemingly asking, “Interested? Going for it?”

The other person smiled, shook their head. Most people in the gay bar weren’t interested in girls, except a few unique individuals who liked both sexes and found some affinity. Naturally, those who came to gay bars weren’t without some peculiar habits.

Master Jie snorted with contempt, followed by a sip of his drink, and filled another empty glass at the table. Holding each glass in hand, he stood up, slowly preparing to move towards the stage.

At this time, just after the fifth song ended. According to routine, the band performing could rest for about ten minutes after five consecutive songs and then continue with the subsequent program.

Zi Ruoxi had just put down the drumsticks and walked off the stage, but was greeted by someone blocking her path.

Uh…

The opposite party smiled warmly, handing a drink to her.

“Hey~ Beauty, you worked hard, let me buy you a drink.” Master Jie spoke casually, exuding a lazy air, as if just waking from a dream.

“Sorry, I don’t drink,” Zi Ruoxi politely refused, feeling an inexplicable disgust towards the striking red-haired youth before her. She was merely a musician, not a singer or performer, how could she drink? Moreover, she wasn’t obliged to drink with guests.

“Don’t drink? That’s okay, I’ll teach you! Haha~” Master Jie relentlessly insisted, pushing the glass forward again, his face brimming with a frivolous smile.

Zi Ruoxi’s face was a bit hard to maintain. This annoying guy! She thought of knocking over his glass, just as the thought crossed her mind.

Suddenly.

A hand swiftly reached from beside her and snatched the glass away.

“I’ll drink for her, alright!” Han Wenxi’s voice drifted over. Then, without waiting for a reply, he tilted his head and finished it off.

“Handsome Xi!” Zi Ruoxi was slightly surprised, not expecting him to shield her from the drink.

Master Jie glanced disdainfully at Han Wenxi.

“Oh, the Flower Guardian has arrived!” Master Jie said frivolously, then with a sinister tone, “I wanted to buy her a drink, are you going to drink in her place too?” Saying this, he brazenly sized up Han Wenxi, sarcastically adding, “If you’re spineless, don’t ruin my fun! Scram~”

This time, Han Wenxi was quite incensed. How could he tolerate such talk? Just because one had money, did they think they were invincible, able to do whatever they pleased? Damn! Such a scumbag.

But before Han Wenxi could speak, Zi Ruoxi couldn’t hold her temper anymore.

“You scram! Go back to where you came from! Hurry up~” Zi Ruoxi shouted. The stunningly beautiful face bore an expression — anger.

This outburst surprised the two men nearby. Quite unexpected. Han Wenxi mostly worried.

“Yi Bing…” Han Wenxi called out anxiously, fearing provoking the other side, Yi Bing was too impulsive…

Unfazed, Master Jie widened his eyes, carefully scrutinizing Zi Ruoxi. Nice, nice, a beauty indeed. A bit lacking in female allure, a blend of androgyny, yet her eyebrows couldn’t conceal a charm… And that undeniable wildness…

This is certainly an exquisite gem among lovers!

“Tsk tsk tsk, spicy enough, tasty enough!” Master Jie praised, then extended a cordial invitation, “Beauty, whatever you desire, big brother will buy you. It’s noisy here, why not find a quieter place and have a good chat! I’m not an impatient person, you’ll see my good points after getting to know me…”

“Get lost with your nonsense! Annoying!” Zi Ruoxi snapped back, feeling particularly irritable, coupled with her aching cheek, igniting her temper instantly. No, it’s hurting, she wants a smoke, badly. Thus, she prepared to brush aside this irritating fellow and walk away, but as she passed, uh… her arm was unexpectedly gripped by the other party.

“Release your filthy hand!” Zi Ruoxi admonished, lots of people were around and she didn’t wish to stir up trouble, but this rogue seemed intent on causing it.

At this point, Han Wenxi’s refined face slightly fell. He pulled over a waiter, whispered in their ear, “Go invite Fei Ge over.” He knew Master Jie’s background. This guy had some influence, so it was wise to avoid provocation. They, as part of the band, hoped to continue long-term collaboration here.

The waiter responded, then quickly dashed through the crowd, heading upstairs in a flash.

“Keep me company for some fun and chat, and I’ll let go!” Master Jie murmured casually, still holding her arm, the smooth feel instantly triggering a touch impulse in him.