Producer System: My Girlfriend is a Cellist

Watching Nishikawa Yuubei's figure fading away, Lin Tian sat back down on the chair.

Who would have thought that I would meet Nishikawa Yuubei, who stirred up such a storm online with me, in this manner.

Was he here to test me?

Who would have thought that such a formidable pianist would also come over to make friends, fearing a clash with others.

Perhaps just like what Yao Han said.

The competition that Lin Tian might not care about could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in the eyes of other contestants.

If he bumps into me again in the finals, it would be a real hassle.

Though Lin Tian himself may not threaten his ranking, his piece might leave him at a disadvantage in the competition with Burke.

It's understandable.

But it's also possible that this is all just Lin Tian's overthinking.

Maybe Nishikawa Yuubei genuinely appreciated his music and came over to befriend him.

.....

With the host's remarks concluded, the competition officially began.

Amidst the applause of the audience.

Contestant No. 1, Camilo Williams, took the stage to perform!

A hurried piano sounded.

Echoing throughout the concert hall.

"....."

Indeed, come the finals, the intensity ramps up.

This Williams, Lin Tian remembered, had a high mention rate in the media too.

His strength is truly formidable.

As domineering as his music.

He is also very handsome, blond hair and blue eyes, high nose bridge with a beard, a very classic handsome Caucasian man.

According to media evaluations, he is most likely to snatch the "Most Popular Award" from Nishikawa and Burke.

As Williams' performance concluded, the tidal wave of reaction from the audience below confirmed it....

"The next contestant, Du Bianwu."

On the big screen.

As Williams exited, the host announced the name of contestant number 2.

As Lin Tian was in a daze.

Bam!

The door to the lounge opened.

Lin Tian turned his head, stunned.

Yao Han walked in.

"....."

Lin Tian watched as Yao Han walked in and sat beside him.

Before Lin Tian could ask.

Yao Han grinned widely,

"I got a bit nervous, came over to watch with you....."

What a clumsy lie!

You're a pianist who can sit in the mentor's seat back home, and you're getting nervous?

If someone should be nervous, it should be me, this 18-year-old newcomer, right?

"The media all say the best newcomer this year will probably be between you and Mr. Du Bian, aren't you taking it seriously?"

Yao Han turned and began to speak.

"Of course...."

Lin Tian naturally didn't retort.

Even though there was a minor incident with Nishikawa Yuubei clashing on musical genre.

He's well aware of who his real opponent is.

Du Bianwu.

Also, as a newcomer with no background, he smoothly advanced to the finals.

Without relying on a piece capable of moving the media and audience, solely relying on proficient piano skills.

He's a formidable opponent.

However, Lin Tian feels that the problem isn't too big.....

"Do you feel your playing ability isn't as good as others', but with your originality, you can make up for it, since after all, this is just a performance contest."

Yao Han turned his head, suddenly flashed quite a peculiar smile.

"....."

Lin Tian fell silent.

Yao Han was indeed right.

Actually, he realized it during the preliminary round.

His playing ability was entirely inferior to Nishikawa Yuubei.

But he managed to advance and garnered not a bad reputation.

All because his composition was excellent.

Moreover, Lin Tian's playing ability is just below top players but is still considered outstanding.

In the end, it delivered a stage effect not inferior to Nishikawa Yuubei's.

So, this proved that at least in the Xiao Bang International Piano Competition, this compensatory mechanism is feasible. This translation is powered by the readers at M|V|LE9MPYR.

Unlike the cello competition with Gan Yanyu, composition really didn't add any points, and victory depended on their musical interpretation.

"Mr. Lin Tian, this mindset doesn't work in international competitions..."

Yao Han sighed, and said,

"As a pianist, composition is indeed very important."

"However, if it leads to stagnation in playing ability, how could you create a stage that genuinely moves the world..."

"....."

Lin Tian didn't quite understand what Yao Han meant by this.

Or rather, he didn't understand Yao Han's motive for saying it.

"Just watch——"

Yao Han told Lin Tian, then reclined comfortably in the chair, smiling as he spoke.

....

On the big screen, Du Bianwu sat in front of the piano.

The entire room was silent.

Suddenly——

A rapid piano sound erupted.

Complex melodies, multiple variations.

All at once, drawing exclamations from the audience.

"He chose such a difficult piece?!"

In the lounge, a pianist couldn't help but say.

Even Lin Tian noticed the peculiarity.

Du Bianwu was playing the famous musician Alvin's "No. 43 Etude".

The name "Etude" makes it clear.

This is a piece pianists use for practice, composed as an impromptu creation.

Including Lin Tian's former life, many historically renowned pianists.

Would create some études.

For example, Chopin's "Études" (Op. 10, Op. 25)

Liszt's "Transcendental Études".

These pieces were created with the intent for pianists to seek inspiration and undergo technical training.

These études often include extremely difficult technical passages, like rapid scales, chords, octaves, and arpeggios.

In plain terms.

They are deliberately designed for difficulty to achieve a training effect!

Now, the piece Du Bianwu is playing, Alvin's "No. 43 Etude", is such a piece!

"(He really dares! This piece is so difficult; even when I practice it myself, I can't guarantee not making any mistakes, and he dares to play it in the competition!)"

A pianist couldn't help but marvel.

"(Indeed, if he makes a mistake, isn't it just a game over for the competition? No need to do that!)"

Another person said the same.

In the eyes of most pianists, this is purely a thankless effort.

Because such études are hard to say if there is any thematic interpretation, they are purely for show-off in technique.

Even if you manage to perform it flawlessly, it's hard to say if it will have a good effect.

It's full in terms of technique, but expressiveness and emotional strength will greatly decrease.....

A normal person... who would perform that way!

"..."

And at the same time.

In the lounge, only one person had a slightly somber expression.

Lin Tian.

He knew very well why Du Bianwu chose this piece.

As the only rival, Du Bianwu took the risk, choosing a piece that could infinitely showcase his playing prowess.

It's bound to infinitely magnify Lin Tian's "lack in playing ability" weakness.....

"Aimed at me, huh." Lin Tian sighed.