In the room, Huaiyi's voice lingered, ethereal and clear.
Everyone fell silent, listening appreciatively, until she sang the final note.
Another round of applause mixed with cheers followed.
Huaiyi glanced sideways and saw Xiang Qichen clapping with a smile. Instantly, she felt a bit shy, smiling and nodding politely to express her gratitude to everyone.
The interlude ended just as the door to the room was pulled open, the crisp sound of high heels striking the tiled floor. Everyone turned to look toward the entrance.
Zhang Yuan arrived fashionably late in glamorous attire.
Huaiyi gave her a faint glance without much emotion and continued drinking.
The music for the next song started, filling the room again with lyrical tunes. Zhang Yuan waved alluringly at everyone and then unceremoniously took a seat beside Xiang Qichen.
Everyone politely nodded in response and went back to their own activities.
