novelODS Chapter 81 It feels so good to show off in front of others!
Chapter 81 It feels so good to show off in front of others!
"Hmm?" Lin Mo paused, his hand still holding the food, and turned to look at Yu Shuang. "Why do you ask that?"
Yu Shuang rolled her eyes at him and said, "Do you think your sister is blind? When you talk to the three of us, your words are like honey, but when you talk to Zhou Zhou, they're so bland. What, did she badmouth you in the commentary booth before?"
Lin Mo felt a surge of joy.
I haven't criticized her, but this woman's thinking is seriously flawed. Keeping your distance is the best policy.
However, he couldn't say the reason directly. Lin Mo whispered, "Sister-in-law, you're overthinking it. I mainly feel that Sister Zhou has too strong an aura. I've always been afraid of those big sister types who look like they're from the streets. I have a psychological trauma from it."
"Pfft..." Yu Shuang was amused by his absurd reason, and secretly reached under the table to gently pinch his leg. "Keep making things up!"
However, their behavior still attracted attention.
Zhou Shuyi looked up and saw Lin Mo and Yu Shuang huddled together. She shouted, "Hey, hey, hey, what are you two doing? Getting all lovey-dovey in front of so many of us, huh?"
Lin Mo: ...
Widow Yu: ...
"Don't talk nonsense, I only asked Lin Mo two questions," Yu Shuang retorted.
"Why ask such a question from such close range?"
"Um, about EDG's upcoming trip to MSI," Yu Shuang casually made up.
"Oh, oh," Zhou Shuyi immediately lost interest upon hearing this and continued to study lipstick and nail polish with Rita Xiaoyu.
The meal was enjoyed by both the host and guests.
Lin Mo wanted to pay the bill, but Yu Shuang stopped him and wouldn't let him.
Then, Rita insisted on paying the bill...
After paying the bill, it was just past nine o'clock in the evening.
Zhou Shuyi suggested, "It's only a few hours, there's no point in going back! How about we go sing karaoke to help us digest our emotions?"
"Okay, okay!" Xiaoyu was the first to raise her hand in agreement.
Rita and Yu Shuang also showed signs of interest.
"Um... I won't go." Lin Mo stood up and said, "The coach specifically told us not to go back too late, because the whole team has to go get visas tomorrow morning."
"Hey, Mozi, don't spoil the fun!" Rita grabbed his sleeve. "Singing a song won't take long, let's go have some fun together."
"That's right," Yu Shuang smiled gently, "You can sing for two hours, and we'll definitely let you go back before midnight. If Abu scolds you, we'll go to the base together tomorrow to plead for you, okay?"
Xiaoyu nodded in agreement, "That's right, that's right! Let's all come together, it's more fun with more people!"
After being coaxed and pleaded with by these people, even the most composed monk would probably have to renounce his vows on the spot, let alone Lin Mo.
"Alright, then I'll gladly accept your offer," Lin Mo reluctantly agreed.
"Yay! Let's go!"
The five of them made their way to a nearby upscale KTV, booked a large private room, and ordered a bunch of fruit platters and drinks.
At Zhou Shuyi's suggestion, they asked the waiter to bring another case of beer, 24 bottles in total.
Since we're at a karaoke bar, a battle for the best microphone is inevitable.
Xiaoyu was the first to volunteer, picking up the microphone and choosing a very difficult sweet pop song – "A Little Sweet".
It has to be said that Xiao Yu, who came from a girl group, is indeed quite talented in music.
As soon as the music started, her entire demeanor changed. Although she was still not on par with professional singers, in a KTV setting, she was absolutely dominant.
Her pitch was perfect, her breath control was steady, and her voice was so sweet it melted your heart.
After the song ended, Lin Mo led the applause: "Wow! It was like listening to celestial music!"
[Ding! Xiaoyu's affection level +2%, current progress: 17%!]
Next, Yu Shuang, Rita, and Zhou Shuyi took turns speaking.
Yu Shuang sang a classic slow love song, which was intellectual, elegant, and proper, exuding the charm of a mature woman.
Rita chose a fast-paced song with a strong rhythm. Although she was a little out of breath and went off-key a few times, the song was lively and cute.
As for Zhou Shuyi... she ordered a rock song, and as soon as she opened her mouth, the sound system in the private room trembled. Lin Mo deeply understood what it meant to "have a mouth but no talent".
After the girls sang their songs, they finally turned their attention to Lin Mo, who was sitting in the corner watching the drama unfold.
"Brother Mo! Don't just eat, it's your turn!" Rita shoved the microphone into Lin Mo's hand.
"Yeah, we're already here, we should at least show off our skills, right?" Yu Shuang said with a laugh.
Lin Mo waved his hands repeatedly and said, "No, no, no, I'm tone-deaf, singing is a nightmare for me."
"Don't give me that! You're not leaving this room today without singing a song!" Zhou Shuyi chimed in, stirring things up.
"Mo Shen, just sing any song, we definitely won't laugh at you," Xiao Yu encouraged.
Looking into the four pairs of expectant eyes, Lin Mo nodded, "Then I'll make a fool of myself. If it doesn't sound good, you'd better cover your ears."
Lin Mo took the microphone, and instantly countless pieces of knowledge about music flooded his mind. Even his voice seemed to feel more comfortable, as if it were something he was born with.
This is the system reward I received previously: Master-level singing skills and instrument proficiency.
If he hadn't come to this KTV, Lin Mo would have almost forgotten about it.
He smiled slightly and walked to the karaoke machine.
In this parallel world, many classic songs remain popular.
He pondered for a moment and then selected Xue Zhiqian's signature song, "The Actor," on the screen.
This is a very challenging song that puts the singer's emotions and empathy to the test.
"Oh my? 'The Actor'? That's not a good song to sing." Yu Shuang raised an eyebrow.
"I believe in Brother Mo!" Rita clenched her fist to encourage Lin Mo.
Xiaoyu also had a faint smile on her face, thinking to herself that this Mo God was really something, ordering something so difficult even though he wasn't good at singing.
Under the expectant gazes of everyone, the slightly melancholic piano melody of the prelude slowly flowed into the private room.
Lin Mo, holding the microphone, sat on the song selection table, his previously casual gaze suddenly becoming profound.
Lin Mo's Adam's apple bobbed slightly, and his lips parted slightly.
Keep it simple... keep your way of speaking simple...
The moment the first line of lyrics was uttered...
The four girls in the private room were instantly stunned, as if struck by lightning, and their smiles froze!
That sound... was absolutely amazing!
Deep, magnetic, and full of stories, it resonates with you on a soul-stirring level!
"Please omit the progressive emotions..."
"You're not an actor... don't devise those scenarios..."
When Lin Mo sang the chorus, his masterful singing skills were on full display.
The transition between true and falsetto voices, the full emotion, completely lack the heart-wrenching screams of ordinary people in KTV. Instead, it's like a heartbreaking story being told gently in your ear.
Xiao Yu stared wide-eyed, completely dumbfounded despite her professional vocal training.
Is that what you call being tone-deaf?!
With that vocal placement and emotional control, she'd be more than qualified to participate in "I Am a Singer"!
Rita's hand, holding a watermelon, froze in mid-air as she stared blankly at the boy singing passionately in the dim light.
She suddenly felt that Lin Mo was even more charming at this moment than when he got a pentakill on the field!
Yu Shuang's eyes were also like water, her red lips slightly parted, her eyes filled with surprise.
"I chose to perform because I love you... this kind of selflessness..."
As the last syllable faded into the air.
The private room was deathly silent, with only the last notes of the accompaniment echoing in the background.
Lin Mo put down the microphone, scratched his head, and resumed his harmless demeanor: "I've made a fool of myself, I hope I didn't sing off-key?"