"Until the end of the road, I'll be with you for life..." As the long final note faded, Murphy finally finished singing the song. Yet there was no thunderous applause. The audience below sat in silence, though many emotional listeners were already dabbing at their eyes, overcome with sadness. "What a rendition of 'Across the Ocean to See You'! Truly worthy of Teacher Mu Zi'ang—he's written a classic that might even rival 'Long Time No See'!" Chen Hang remarked emotionally as he walked onto the stage. Liu Xinqi also sighed with feeling: "Indeed, and it's true that Teacher Mu Zi'ang found the perfect singer for this song. Murphy's performance just now brought the sorrow of the song to life. Tell me, everyone, did Murphy sing well?" Naturally, the audience shouted in near-unison that it was wonderful. Liu Xinqi and Chen Hang weren't done teasing Murphy yet. They laughed and said, "Oh, Murphy, are you sure you don't want to double-check? Could this song have been written especially for you by Teacher Mu Zi'ang? He even crossed the ocean to come see you in Jiangcheng!" Murphy shook her head firmly again. "No, Teacher Mu Zi'ang is an excellent creator. Maybe his inspiration for writing songs comes from his own life? But it wouldn't be related to the singer. Otherwise, would Teacher Mu Zi'ang have written 'Long Time No See' for Mr. Chen Yijie at a coffee shop in Hong Kong?" Murphy was simply using the same example Yang Yi had given her, but she didn't expect it to be so full of entertainment value, making Liu Xinqi and Chen Hang burst into laughter. The audience was also doubled over with laughter, leaving only Murphy herself looking bewildered at everyone else. "Speaking of which, there were reports that Murphy retired for a few years because you married a wealthy businessman. Is that true?" Liu Xinqi asked gossipily. "That's not true," Murphy shook her head. "So, has there been any progress in Murphy's personal life? After all, you've been idle for four or five years—shouldn't you be thinking about the big matters in your life?" Chen Hang laughed. "Last time, there were even rumors about you and an artist from your company!" "Those are all rumors!" Murphy said firmly. But when it came to her own feelings, Murphy hesitated and chose to stay silent. "Oh, Chen Hang, what do you mean by that? Are you trying to court our Sister Murphy?" At this point, Li Manman finally found her presence again, stepping in to rescue Murphy. "No, no, I'm just worried about Murphy!" Chen Hang laughed. "Worried about what? Our Sister Murphy is still young! She's in no rush to find happiness with you men. We can still enjoy the joy of being single and making music. Sister Murphy, am I right?" Li Manman proactively extended an olive branch. Murphy gave a faint smile and nodded. Though she could still see through Li Manman's true nature, this was a recorded show, so some interaction was necessary. Besides, what Li Manman said wasn't wrong! Who says a thirty-year-old woman is old? Who says a thirty-year-old woman should hurry to find a partner? This Chen Hang, stirring up trouble!
Back in Jiangcheng, Yang Yi led a group of little ones noisily down the stairs. Downstairs, Guo Ziyi had been entertaining the parents well. He was already at the piano, singing along with a few parents, while the person playing on the stool was none other than Lanzhou Kai! Among these parents, there were hidden talents. Earlier, Guo Ziyi had volunteered to play the piano, but his skill level was laughed off by the parents, and then Nan Zhaoyu's father, the renowned calligrapher Nan Yiyun, stepped up and showed off. Nan Yiyun played a level above Guo Ziyi, with amateur top-tier skill. After playing a classical piece, he earned a round of applause! This made the big boss Lanzhou Kai's hands itch. "When I was young, studying in the US, I was a little piano prince!" Lanzhou Kai boasted as he went up and started playing. His chubby fingers moved nimbly like dancing sprites, the连贯 rhythm and beautiful melody almost healing to the ears. Lan Xin's mother was covering her mouth with a smile, but the pride in her husband was written all over her face. When Yang Yi brought the kids down, Lanzhou Kai was being urged by Guo Ziyi to play a song from this world similar to "Farewell" (Outside the pavilion, by the ancient road, fragrant grass stretches to the sky...). It had a nostalgic feel, perfectly evoking memories for the parents of a certain age, and they all started singing along. The parents were having a great time, but the kids couldn't care less, chattering noisily. "Where's the good food you promised, Daddy of Xixi?" Lan Xin's loud voice stood out; she couldn't wait to dig in. "Kids, stand here first and close your eyes, okay?" Yang Yi said gently, directing them. "Xixi, Chen Shiyun, you set a good example!" Xixi was the most obedient; she closed her eyes first and whispered to Yang Luoqi, who was holding her hand, "Qiqi, close your eyes, there's a surprise!" Chen Shiyun, upon hearing Yang Yi call her name, felt a surge of responsibility and immediately stepped out to help maintain order: "Everyone close your eyes! Don't open them until Daddy of Xixi says it's okay." The adults had finished singing and were watching this amusing scene with smiles and interest. Yang Yi busied himself with Ding Xiang, bringing out plates of food that had been prepared and stored in the fridge and on tables at the back of the coffee shop, setting them on a table arranged in front. Guo Ziyi went over to help, but it still took a bit of time, and some kids grew impatient. Take Lan Xin, for example... The little foodie caught a whiff of meat and couldn't resist opening one eye, peeking through the gaps in her fingers. But she was immediately caught by the disciplinary officer, Comrade Chen Shiyun: "Lan Xin, you can't open your eyes!" Chen Shiyun not only worked hard to keep order for Yang Yi but also strictly disciplined herself, not even looking back! "How adorable!" one mother whispered with a laugh. By then, Yang Yi had finished setting up. He walked over and said in a tempting voice, "Now, Uncle is ready. Kids, are you ready?" "Ready!" came the uneven replies, but all full of energy, especially Lan Xin's. "Then, it's time to witness the miracle. Kids, open your eyes!" Yang Yi stepped aside, letting the kids see the colorful array of food laid out before them. "Wow!" Gasps and cheers erupted in waves, though the loudest voice was missing—Lan Xin was too busy staring at the plates of grilled chicken wings, squid, and corn, swallowing her saliva, too preoccupied to shout. "What are these?" The shy Nan Zhaoyu also came over, dazzled and unsure what to pick. "These are all desserts. In front of you are puddings—milk pudding, strawberry pudding, caramel pudding, and these special dragon fruit pudding and mango lava pudding!" Yang Yi introduced them with a smile. The dragon fruit pudding was the prettiest, with red and white layers like layered flames, clearly the most popular among the kids, who clamored to try it. But the tastiest was the mango lava pudding. Though it didn't look special from the outside, it held a great surprise inside! Yang Yi didn't tell them—they'd have to discover that surprise themselves for it to be fun!