Chapter 160 - There is Really no Need for That! (1/2)

After finishing another song, Chen Lei did not continue singing the next song. He cleared his throat on the microphone and said a slightly emotional speech, “I want to announce something today. From tomorrow onwards, I will no longer be singing here anymore.”

There was instantly a commotion below the stage.

“It was not because of what you all are thinking. I like this place a lot, and I really enjoyed singing for you guys. Boss Ma, who is the manager of this Fish-Catching Internet Cafe, wants me to stay here as well. Moreover, you guys have been so loving by showering me with lots of gifts. I am very touched by that.

“The reason why I’m leaving is because of the big boss of the Fish-Catching Internet Cafe. He said that he enjoys my songs a lot and wants to send me to Shanghai to pursue my music dreams. He will also provide for my food and accommodation in the course of that.

“I enjoy singing for all of you, but at the same time, I cherish this opportunity a lot. I hope that I will be able to leave Jingzhou City and explore Shanghai…

“After all, this is my dream…”

As Chen Lei spoke, tears welled up in his eyes unwittingly.

“So that was the case. That’s great news!”

“Although I can’t bear for you to leave, I will still fully support your decision to chase after your dreams!”

“If things didn’t go your way over in Shanghai, you must come back! This will always be your home!”

“Boohoo! I’m so sad… I’ll gift you another ten glasses of Northern Lights whiskey. Hope you have a smooth sailing life ahead…”

Sorrow seemed to fill the atmosphere below the stage. Many people were sending Chen Lei off with wine at the bar counter. Some ladies were sobbing while drying their tears with a tissue.

Pei Qian stood at the corner silently and was feeling a little sentimental.

I am such a ‘huge villain’. He thought sarcastically…

At a secluded corner on the second floor, Ma Yang was so heartbroken that he was about to cry.

My money tree…

Zhang Yuan was beside him. He handed Ma Yang some tissue while consoling him, “Boss Ma, this is Chen Lei’s dream. We should be supportive; it’s not a big deal. We can always hire another permanent singer…”

However, Ma Yang was totally not consoled by what he said. His entire face was scrunched up in misery.

“I… of course, I will definitely support Chen Lei in pursuing his dreams…

“However, I just hoped that the internet cafe could stop suffering losses and profit instead…

“Forget it. I should respect Chen Lei’s decision…”

Although Ma Yang could not tell if a song was good or bad, he understood that Chen Lei’s singing skills were far above that of other permanent singers from these few days of observation. It was impossible for the new permanent singer to be as popular as Chen Lei.

Actually, the signs of profit for the Fish-Catching Internet Cafe were all because of Chen Lei. His songs were good, and he attracted a lot of regulars to the internet cafe. There were people buying drinks for him every night. That generated a lot of additional revenue for the internet cafe.

If Chen Lei really left, the abilities of the other singers would at most reach Zhang Yuan’s standard. It was evident how the situation then would turn out to be.

Pei Qian went upstairs quietly. He handed a pack of tissue to Ma Yang and said, “Old Ma, it’s fine. Chen Lei is really talented. It would be a waste of his talent if he stayed at the fish-catching internet cafe. If you really think that you are the person who discovered his talents, you should wish him luck.”

Ma Yang blew his nose and replied, “Brother Qian, I’m not sad because of this. The main reason why I’m so sad is that the fish-catching internet cafe finally had a chance to earn money for you. However, the opportunity has now flown away. I am upset for you…”

Pei Qian was very touched. Look! Only my brothers would be so concerned for me!

However, it was not always good news that Ma Yang had such a strong sense of responsibility.

The good thing was that this should merely be a coincidence. Ma Yang was lucky to have unexpectedly met Chen Lei. Otherwise, there would not be so many issues cropping up.

Therefore, ultimately, this brother of his was still very trustworthy!

Pei Qian patted Ma Yang’s shoulders and said, “Old Ma, I’ve told you countless times that you should not always be fixated on making money as the head of the fish-catching internet cafe! The most important thing for you is to help me maintain this window to showcase Tengda’s corporate image. Do you understand?