Chapter 346: 346 can’t be this strong, right?

Finally, these two little rascals leaned towards her.

Shi Lan smiled and continued walking with them. At this moment, in front of a building, an elderly man was playing the violin.

Shi Lan walked over and then exchanged a few words with him in Russian. Afterward, the elderly man handed his violin to Shi Lan, who then bowed to him in thanks.

“Sister An Lan can play the violin?” Xu Yang exclaimed in surprise.

“How would I know? Her resume didn’t mention she could speak ten foreign languages either!”

“Could she really be that talented?”

Xu Yang and his brother discussed it briefly when suddenly, they saw Shi Lan put the violin on her shoulder to tune it, then she began playing intently.

Xu Yang and his brother’s eyes widened, overwhelmed with shock.

“She really can play! She actually can play! What a treasure of a sister!”

“Sister An Lan is really so talented!”

“Sister An Lan is awesome!”

At this moment, Jin Qiu’s gaze towards Shi Lan was also filled with full surprise.

It was unexpected that such an obscure artist possessed such a skilled talent; no wonder she never feared others looking down on her, for she had the ability to back up her attitude.

Shi Lan chose not to play a world-famous piece on the streets of Moscow but instead played a piece of classical music from the East.

An unknown Eastern tune that sounded sorrowful, melancholic, yet unmistakably beautiful quickly attracted bystanders to gather around.

More and more people gathered, and even nearby street artists were drawn over, unable to resist joining the crowd.

When Shi Lan’s melodious and resonant violin sound fell to its last note, the surrounding area erupted into enthusiastic applause from the onlookers.

Everyone began pulling out Lu Coins from their wallets and appreciatively placing them into the old man’s hat, seemingly eager to pay for such a romantically beautiful Eastern melody.

At this time, Shi Lan returned the violin to the old man and discussed splitting the Lu Coins they had collected; they would each take half.

The old man immediately refused, saying, “That portion is your due, and your violin skills are excellent.”

Shi Lan took the larger portion, leaving some for the old man as payment for borrowing his violin.

At this time, Xu Yang and the others noticed that this twenty-two-year-old girl, who appeared very proud and cold from the outside, in fact, was quite the opposite upon getting to know her better. She was cold on the outside but warm on the inside. She never abandoned a grudge or forgot a favor. Her words might not be pleasant, but she was never insincere. She might not be good at taking care of others, but she understood what people truly needed in their hearts.

This sister was indeed both cool and impressive!

“Today we’ve made enough for a hearty meal.” Shi Lan organized the Lu Coins and added the money they had earned earlier; it was enough for a meal at a nearby mid-range restaurant.

Although the morning had been ruined by Binbin and Perry, overall, their morning had been very meaningful.

Shi Lan confidently led the group to a very authentic Russian-style Western restaurant nearby, then passed the menu to the brothers across the table, “Order.”

The brothers looked at each other and asked, “Is this a trick? Why do I feel like the crew wouldn’t be this kind?”

“No trick, after eating, we’re going to a shooting range. How can you come to Moscow and not see their weapons? Let’s get it straight, there is a competition at the shooting range, and the points from this morning’s quiz can be exchanged for corresponding bullets, which are your extra rewards. The person who comes last in shooting will have to wear women’s clothes and do a runway walk at Red Square after we finish.”

“That harsh?” Xu Yang couldn’t imagine himself in women’s attire.

“Then won’t you be at a disadvantage, Sister An Lan? You don’t have any extra bullets,” Xu Sen remarked.

“Just the two of you? I can beat you easily,” Shi Lan said coolly.

“What if you and Sister Xiaojin lose?”

“Then we’ll dress up as men, successfully hit on Russian girls, and it won’t be over until we get their phone numbers, deal?”

Upon hearing this, the two boys immediately slapped the table and said, “Deal!”

Because in their eyes, shooting was something that should belong to males, no matter what weapon, it was meant for men. Men’s natural sixth sense to targets was akin to women’s to romantic rivals. If they were to lose to Shi Lan in a shooting game, Xu Yang and his friend might really start questioning their gender.

…

Meanwhile, Binbin and Perry headed to the most beautiful and romantic spots in Moscow for their mission.

The production team gave them all the funds originally allocated for six people–how to make it sweet, how to film it romantically, how to play up the couple vibes, since An Lan’s team would earn their own money.

Without Shi Lan’s targeting, the two actually had a lot of fun in Moscow despite their not-so-fluent English.

Though they occasionally thought of Xu Yang and his group, they wondered, what new tricks could a culturally inept An Lan possibly play?

In just one morning, the two spent it like a honeymoon paid by public funds, leaving their presence in various scenic spots.

“Actually, this is quite nice, just the two of us, we don’t have to cater to others’ moods or face targeted harassment. The production team is treating us so well,” Binbin said.

They could hail a cab whenever they wanted, spend money as they wished, without any restrictions. It was simply the best trip.

Thinking of An Lan’s team, struggling without even cab fare–only a fool would follow An Lan and ride the subway.

“I wonder how Xu Yang and the others feel, seeing us enter such nice restaurants and eat such good steaks,” Binbin said somewhat proudly.

At first, Perry found everything fresh since it was all new to him, but when the staff reminded him and Binbin to intentionally create a sweet atmosphere, he could clearly sense Binbin’s reluctance.

At this, the staff following them couldn’t help but roll their eyes.

Really, how could he politely and gracefully remind them that An Lan’s group was simply having too much fun?

During the whole lunch, Binbin kept feeling sorry that Xu Yang and his group weren’t enjoying such delicacies.

During a break, a staff member said, “They’ll be heading to a shooting range this afternoon.”

Upon hearing they were going to a shooting range, Perry showed a bit of anticipation. As a man, he naturally preferred such thrilling places.

But Binbin disagreed, “Why come to Moscow to shoot? Isn’t that available in our country? Is this all An Lan’s planning?”

The staff member responded, “The weapons are different; the common ones at home, rare here in Moscow.”

Hearing this, Perry became even more intrigued.

“An Lan really knows how to arrange it. I heard that those who lose at shooting must cross-dress and do a runway walk at Red Square, and, they’re also supposed to visit a bar that overlooks all of Moscow tonight, I’m so envious.”

“Aren’t they out of funds?” Binbin asked, puzzled.

“They are, but they earned it busking on Artist Street. An Lan’s violin skills really captivate the foreigners,” the staff explained.

Hearing this, Perry was also filled with envy.

However, at this point, Binbin wasn’t focused on how much fun they were having but was surprised to hear that An Lan could play the violin.