Otaku Translation: My Girlfriend Is a Cello Player C132

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Chapter 132: A Perfect Ending

"." In the backstage corridor, ran into Lin Tian, who had been waiting for her.

"Oh. You're okay, thank goodness." Gan Yanyu pressed a hand to her chest, exhaling in relief.

"When I saw the security guards heading your way, I thought you might get in trouble."

"Trouble? For cheering you on? At worst, I was just blocking the view of the people behind me," Lin Tian said with a chuckle, scratching his head.

Still, those two security guards hadn’t looked pleased when they approached him. They’d clearly taken some heat from their superiors and came over to sternly warn Lin Tian not to wave his so high during the performance. Thinking about it now, he couldn’t help but smirk.

Before the competition began, no matter how much they complained, the event organizers had turned a blind eye to fan behavior, letting things slide without much regulation. Then Lin Tian showed up and turned the entire venue into a spectacle by busting out an impromptu right in front of everyone. Naturally, this sudden chaos made the organizers scramble to regain control. Their earlier negligence had come back to bite them—literally embodied by Lin Tian, Gan Yanyu’s self-proclaimed number one fan.

Talk about poetic justice.

"How was my performance?" Gan Yanyu asked shyly, tilting her head as she awaited his verdict.

"Championship-worthy," Lin Tian declared, giving her a thumbs-up.

"Stop teasing me!" Gan Yanyu protested, though her lips twitched upward.

"I’m serious. Out of the eight contestants I’ve seen so far, only impressed me—but even then, compared to you, all those other players like were completely overshadowed." Lin Tian spoke earnestly.

"The judging criteria aren’t based solely on sound quality," Gan Yanyu explained carefully. "There are many aspects to consider; it’s not guaranteed that better-sounding performances will score higher."

"Alright, let’s head back to the lounge," Lin Tian said, patting her shoulder lightly with a warm smile.

Over the past month, Lin Tian had watched Gan Yanyu pour her heart into preparation. Sure, there were quirks about her that others might find hard to understand, but Gan Yanyu never stopped searching for solutions until she found what worked best. And today, seeing her perform flawlessly on stage, just as she did in practice, filled him with pride. The outcome of the competition was almost secondary—it was merely an added bonus to her growth.

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When they returned to the lounge and pushed open the door, Gan Yanyu instantly became the center of attention.

"Miss Gan, your performance was truly amazing!" A woman who appeared to be about ten years older than Gan Yanyu stepped forward enthusiastically.

This was Zhu Ya, one of the top five finalists at the .

"Miss Gan, if you have time later, would you like to discuss classical music together?" Another woman chimed in, her admiration evident.

One after another, the compliments poured in:

"Spectacular, Miss Gan!"

"We’re looking forward to seeing more of your brilliance at the !"

Surrounded by the crowd, Gan Yanyu shrank into herself, responding politely but somewhat awkwardly to each greeting. Despite the competitive nature of the event, the atmosphere in the lounge was lively and convivial. After all, these musicians shared a common passion for music—and beyond rivalry, they understood the value of finding kindred spirits.

And Gan Yanyu, with her youthful charm and undeniable talent, naturally drew admiration from many of the female competitors who felt an instinctive urge to befriend her.

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A few minutes later, Lin Tian finally spotted Gan Yanyu returning to their seats.

"Ah, our star performer is back from socializing?"

Gan Yanyu slung her cello case over her shoulder and said, "Let’s go."

"Go? Where?"

"Home."

Lin Tian blinked in surprise. "But the results haven’t been announced yet."

"The judges need a full day to deliberate, and the final rankings won’t be released until tomorrow," Gan Yanyu explained matter-of-factly.

"What?" Lin Tian gestured toward the other competitors still lingering in the lounge. "Why are they staying?"

"They’re watching the other performances. It’s also a chance to study potential opponents for the Parrot Cello Contest," Gan Yanyu replied, tilting her head slightly. "I don’t really care either way. If you want to stay and watch, we can."

"Nope, I’m good," Lin Tian said, standing up and waving dismissively. "Let’s grab dinner instead."

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At a luxurious seafood buffet restaurant downtown, the trio settled into a cozy four-person table.

"Cheers!"

The clinking of beer glasses echoed between Lin Tian, Gan Yanyu, and . Lin Tian raised his glass and downed the cold brew in one gulp, letting out a satisfied sigh.

"Ah~"

The restaurant offered unlimited beer refills—a minor detail that justified its steep price tag of 399 yuan per person. To celebrate the conclusion of the Starlight Cup, Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu decided to treat themselves here, inviting Gao Zhenyang along to show their gratitude for his unwavering support throughout the journey.

By now, Gao Zhenyang had long since given up policing the fact that these two high schoolers were drinking. As long as they were happy, he figured, why not join in?

After sipping her chilled beer, Gan Yanyu suddenly murmured softly, "Do you think it’s okay to celebrate before the results are out?"

"It’s not a celebration—it’s a reward," Lin Tian corrected her firmly. "You’ve worked so hard these past weeks. Now that the competition’s over, it’s only right to treat yourself."

"Don’t worry, Miss Gan," Gao Zhenyang added reassuringly. "I watched the live broadcast of your performance—it was outstanding. Anyone who saw it live must have been blown away."

He paused briefly, then glanced at Lin Tian. "And Lin Tian’s contribution was excellent too."

"I’m just a cheerleader," Lin Tian quickly interjected, deflecting the spotlight off himself.

"To be honest, I believe Miss Gan has a very strong chance of winning this tournament," Gao Zhenyang stated confidently.

When Gao Zhenyang spoke seriously, his words carried weight. If he believed Gan Yanyu was practically guaranteed victory, it meant he genuinely saw little room for doubt.

"But I think Bai Xi’s performance was better than mine," Gan Yanyu admitted quietly yet earnestly. "I had a shaky moment near the beginning, while Bai Xi played flawlessly throughout."

Gao Zhenyang nodded thoughtfully. "Bai Xi’s performance was indeed remarkable. She’s one of the top contenders for this year’s Parrot Cello Contest, and the media hype around her is insane. Both of you delivered technically brilliant performances, but your emotional expression stood out far more. That’s why I’m betting on you to win."

"Mm-hmm," Lin Tian agreed, nodding in approval. He fully supported Gao Zhenyang’s assessment.

In truth, the Starlight Cup had provided valuable insights—not least of which was getting a glimpse of the rivals Gan Yanyu might face at the Parrot Cello Contest. Contrary to Lin Tian’s initial assumption that the competition would be a breeze, several contestants proved worthy adversaries. While they may not match Gan Yanyu across the board, each possessed standout qualities that commanded respect.

Among them, Bai Xi stood out most prominently. At 23, she was a self-taught prodigy who dared to perform a at a classical cello competition—and pulled it off brilliantly. With no glaring weaknesses in her skill set, she posed a formidable challenge. Who knew what surprises she might bring to the Parrot Cello Contest?

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"Lin Tian."

"Hmm?"

Lin Tian turned to see Gan Yanyu staring intently at him.

"If someday you realize I’m not as strong as you imagined… would you still partner with me?"

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