In the center of the Sun Garden Room, nestled among flowers, a young woman in a white dress was absorbed in playing a black piano. Cheeky stood on a branch beside the piano, its head cocked, listening with rapt attention, its wings occasionally beating time with the music's rhythm.
The sun had already set, and the Sun Garden Room was now lit by brilliant lamps. The light washed over the girl at the piano, making her look exceptionally beautiful. For a moment, Shen Yibin was captivated.
CLAP CLAP CLAP! As the final notes of Joe Hisaishi's "Summer" faded, Shen Yibin couldn't help but applaud. He had been unwittingly drawn into the music, infected by its message of positivity and optimism in the face of adversity.
Sun Qian turned her head and gave Shen Yibin a slight nod of thanks. Her gaze then shifted to Cheeky, who had been standing there for quite some time. She, of course, recognized the famous parrot.
