King Of Classical Music - Chapter 183
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Chapter 183

Chapter 183

Manchester, Rome, Geneva

Over the span of 15 days, the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra completed four stops in the first quarter of their 2017 European tour. On the morning of April 15th, the world-cla.s.s orchestra arrived in Paris, preparing for the second-to-last concert rehearsal of the tour.

As soon as he set foot in Paris, Qi Mu put away his luggage at the hotel reserved by the orchestra.

No matter where he performed so far, Qi Mu had always stayed with the members of the orchestra, so even if someone secretly left him a large set of keys while he was in Vienna, Qi Mu didnt want to stay outside the hotel.

And now, in Paris, Qi Mu wanted to go out alone for the first time.

When Qi Mu pa.s.sed on his intent for the evening to Dorenza, Dorenza said, Oh, Little Seven, are you going to see Reed?

Qi Mu didnt conceal anything at all, Yes. My teacher and I havent seen each other in a long time, and I heard his back has been acting up recently. I wanted to take the opportunity while Im here in Paris to see him.

Dorenza smiled gently, Okay, Little Seven. How could I stop you from going to see your teacher? I also havent seen Reed in a long time. Why dont we go see him together?

Mr. Dorenza and Professor Akkad were old friends, and it wasnt unusual for them to visit each other. Qi Mu agreed. Ok, lets go see Teacher together, Mr. Dorenza. I think Teacher will be very happy to see you too.

Just after Qi Mu finished speaking, someone shouted, Hey, Little Seven, Dorenza, are you going to see Akkad?

The two turned their heads in surprise and saw Anthony approaching. G.o.d, I like Akkad very much. I met him at a concert in Newcastle a few years ago. Little Seven can you bring me with you?

Brow furrowed slightly, Qi Mu thought for a while then nodded. It shouldnt be a problem.

The other members of Wei Ai who had been eavesdropping all along immediately exploded

I also admire Mater Reed Akkad too! I want to go, I want to go too!

And me! I like Master AkkadsDevils Thrill the most! Its simply music of the G.o.ds!

Starting with Anthony, more and more members of Wei Ai raised their hands one after another, wanting to meet the worlds top violinist.

But Dorenza steeled his face and said sternly, Reed is not in good health. Too many of us going is only going to disturb his rest. Little Seven, Anthony and I will go together. You all rest in the hotel.

Dorenza was rarely so solemn and serious, but the members of Wei Ai knew their conductor was correct. There were too many people that wanted to visit and they would only disturb him. They could only ask Qi Mu to pa.s.s along their love and blessings to Master Akkad.

When the three arrived at Akkads home, the master was seated at a dining table itching a cup of hot cocoa. After he noticed the three coming, he was surprised but immediately welcomed them into his small living room.

Pouring another cup of hot cocoa and two cups of water in the kitchen, Akkad placed the cocoa carefully in front of Qi Mu then the other two cups carelessly before Dorenza and Anthony.

After these polite necessities, Akkad didnt pay any further attention to his old friend or Anthony to the side. He focused on Little Seven, studied him up and down for a long time, then raised his head and barked, Thin! His tone was displeased.

Qi Mu shook his head, caught between tears and laughter, and said, Teacher, Wei Ai is on tour. I have to walk around a lot, so I lost a bit of weight.

Unexpectedly, Akkad snorted. He pointed at Anthony and said, Look at Anthony. Why is he not thin at all? I think hes fatter than three years ago by quite a lot!

Qi Mu:

Teacher, if you say that to Anthony, hell be sad

Master Akkad, you remember me?! Anthonys overjoyed voice interrupted Qi Mus thoughts. He turned and found the usually serious concertmaster was excited. Yes, yes. Im Anthony. We met at the London concert in Newcastle three years ago, Master Akkad!

Akkad deigned a faint hm to Anthony , who was so excited his face was flushed scarlet, then turned to his lovely student. So, Little Seven! Why are you so thin? Dont you know how to eat good food when youre away?!

Qi Mu:

Mr. Anthony, are you still Teachers loyal fan

Little Seven, listen to Teacher. You young people should put their bodies first! Youre not even 80 jin (88 pounds) right now, are you?

Qi Mus eyes widened, and he retorted, Teacher, Im over 65 kg (143 pounts) now!

What!!! Youre only 65 kg right now?!!! Akkad turned his horrified expression to Dorenza who was smiling all the while and demanded, Dorenza, how have you tortured our Little Seven? 65 kg, 65 kg just how light is that!!!!

Dorenza, who looked like hed been shot, smiled innocently: ^_^

Then Akkad went on to say lots of things like: Little Seven, you have to take care of your body. If you dare lose more weight, Teacher wont see you again, and You know what, you have to eat three bowls of rice every day starting tomorrow, and No, no, no, you have to eat at least one steak every day! And by the time he was finished, it was already late and the sun had already begun to set outside the window.

Since Wei Ai had to rehea.r.s.e the next morning, the three of them didnt stay any longer. When they went to the door, Anthony took Akkads hand and said excitedly, If you have time, you must come see our concert the day after tomorrow!

Akkad merely nodded and said calmly, Little Seven is there. Of course I will go.

Knowing Anthony only wanted to continue nattering on with his affection, Dorenza dragged the old man away and left the teacher and student alone.

Standing at the door, Qi Mu handed over the invitation letter in his pocket. The invitation to Wei Ais concert was light beige with fine patterns outlined in golden thread.

Akkad accepted the letter and stared at the handsome youth in front of him. After a long time, he sighed. Little Seven, you became the deputy concertmaster of Wei Ai at this age. This puts a lot of pressure on you and gives you a lot of responsibility.

In the quiet corridor, Akkads voice echoed. Qi Mu nodded solemnly. Teacher, I will work hard. I never use my age to avoid responsibility. I will do my best.

Akkad gave Qi Mu a meaningful look then sighed. Teacher knows youre a hard-working child, but sometimes you put too much pressure on yourself. Youre thinner than when you left Paris last year. Isnt it painful for Auston to see you like this?

Qi Mu couldnt help smiling at the sound of that name. He shook his head. He also wants me to eat more, but Teacher, Im not very thin. You worry too much. Its not that much pressure.

Qi Mu said it lightly but Akkad knew how hard hed worked as a student. He reached out and rubbed Qi Mus hair. Ok, Ok, I cant control you from Paris. But if Teacher sees you looking so thin next time Well, Ill make you look good!

Qi Mu tilted his head and asked, Teacher, whats the standard for not too thin?

Akkad thought for a moment. Your heights about 183 centimeters (6 feet) then, Little Seven, shouldnt you weigh about 80 kg (176 pounds)?

Qi Mu:

Teacher, your not thin and other peoples are totally different!

The teacher and student spoke for a while longer, then Anthonys shout came from downstairs. Qi Mu went to say his goodbyes but before he could speak, Akkad suddenly said in a low voice, The day after tomorrow, I will go see Wei Ais concert. Little Seven dont let Teacher down.

Qi Mu was taken aback but then he smiled, Teacher, I will work hard.

Paris was as peaceful as ever. An old man stood at his window, watching the taxi carrying his student away. He squeezed the letter in his hand, nervous with antic.i.p.ation.

His student was finally going to give him a grand performance!

Two days pa.s.sed in a flash. On the night of Wei Ais concert, Akkad took out a neatly stored suit from his wardrobe. He ironed the black suit, tied his tie, and gelled his hair.

Dressed up, the eccentric and arrogant little old man disappeared. Standing in his place at the bottom of Pariss Philharmonic Hall was an elegant, charming old gentleman.

He gazed at the oversized poster on the wall and his gaze lingered on the words Deputy Concertmaster: Qi Mu for a long time. Then, finally, he stepped forward and moved into the concert hall!

Tonight, the second-to-last stop of Wei Ais 2017 European tour officially opened!