Extraordinary Genius

Kirilenko had contacted all his friends in East Europe, and Brother Ke is the last one. He is also the most important one. Brother Ke’s status might not be as high as Kirilenko now, but many Kirilenko’s friends are closer to Brother Ke. If Brother Ke decided not to participate in this investment, those that agreed might change their minds.

Now, Brother Ke had agreed to participate in this venture.

At night, Brother Ki invited a big group of friends over to his mansion for a party.

Elena dragged Feng Yu to the dancefloor to dance. It’s not any difficult dance, and they are just swaying to the rhythm.

“How is your singing lesson today? Is Mr. Pudovkin very strict?” Feng Yu asked.

“Mr. Pudovkin treats me very well. Although he is strict, compared to my former dancing instructor, he is much better.” When Elena mentioned her former teacher, her eyes still show signs of fear.

Feng Yu hugged Elena tightly. He had watched <Farewell My Concubine> and knew it is tough for kids training to be dancers or opera actors. The teacher will scold and whack the kids for any wrong movements and not feed them.

“It’s fine now. Those are in the past. Now, it is not the teacher who chooses you. It’s you who chooses the teacher. If you are not happy with this teacher, we will replace him.”

“No… Mr. Pudovkin is really good for me.” This is the first time Elena refutes Feng Yu.

“Ok. Then we will not change him.”

“I had learned some breathing techniques today, and my breath can last longer when I sing. Can I sing for you later?” Elena is eager to show Feng Yu what she learned.

Feng Yu noticed there is a small stage in the ballroom and can be used for singing.

“If you want to sing, just sing a song later.” Feng Yu patted Elena’s head lovingly.

After the music end, Feng Yu and Elena sat down by the side. A girl walked up the stage and signaled to the band before started singing.

That girl’s voice is lovely and should be a professional singer. Elena looks at that girl, enviously.

Since young, Elena grew up in a dance troupe, and her biggest wish is to be the center of focus on a stage.

After that girl finished her song, many people applause. Elena got up and ran over to the band. She wants to sing next.

Brother Ki is drinking with his friends, and Feng Yu did not join them. He sat there, enjoying the singing and dances while eating some fruits.

When the band started playing the music, Feng Yu clapped lightly and gave Elena an encouraging look.

Elena swayed lightly to the rhythm.

When Elena started singing, the ballroom went quiet. Everyone was immersed in Elena’s sweet voice.

This is entirely different from yesterday when Elena sings. Elena belongs to the stage and can only show her full potential there.

The men and women on the dancefloor swayed to Elena’s song. Elena had chosen a classic Russian song, and the rhythm is slightly faster.

Many people in the ballroom, including Feng Yu, started clapping along with the rhythm.

After the song ended, Elena bowed and walks back to Feng Yu.

The audience cheered, and someone shouted to Elena to sing another song.

But Elena ignored them and sat beside Feng Yu. She started peeling a grape and feed Feng Yu.

“Your voice is lovely. You will definitely be Russia’s next superstar.” Feng Yu said.

“Yes. I will do my best.” Elena replied confidently.

Before Feng Yu could say anything, he suddenly frowns. Two men had walked up to them and are looking down at them.

“Are you the ballet dancer Elena? I didn’t know you can sing too. It’s been a while since I watch you dance. Go onto the stage and dance for us. Also, sing another two songs.” A young man wearing a hat ordered arrogantly.

When Elena stood out from her Ballet Dance Troupe, many people started to notice her. But at that time, there are rumors that she belongs to Kirilenko.

So, some people backed off. But later, they realized that Kirilenko does have a mistress in the troupe, but that girl is not Elena.

Some people started to target Elena again. However, Elena and Kirilenko are close, and they cannot force themselves on Elena.

Today is different. This man had become business partners with Kirilenko and felt since Kirilenko is getting married and is not interested in Elena, Kirilenko will not stop him from getting Elena.

This man saw Elena on the stage earlier, but he never expects Elena to be sitting with an Asian.

So what if that guy is an Asian? Russia is the strongest country in the world! Who is afraid of an Asian guy? Even if this guy is Chinese or Japanese, he is nothing in Russia!

“I am not dancing today.” Elena rejected. “I had also sung earlier, and I don’t feel like singing anymore.”

“I want you to sing, and you must sing! I want to see you dance, you must dance for me! Don’t think this Asian guy can protect you! This is Moscow!” The young man wearing a hat shouted.

Feng Yu took a glance at this young man. He does not know this person, and Kirilenko had not introduced him. This means he is someone unimportant.

If Elena wants to sing, Feng Yu will support her. If she feels like dancing, Feng Yu will also support her. But if she doesn’t want to do anything, no one can force her!

“Get lost!” Feng Yu shouted.

Feng Yu had shouted in Russian, and the other party could understand it. That young man is furious to be scolded by an Asian!

“You had asked for it!” The young man reached out for Feng Yu’s collar.

Suddenly, two men rushed out from behind and start beating up that young man. Even the other young man who was with him got beaten up.

Feng Yu waved his hand. “Throw him out!”

Feng Yu turned to Elena and asked. “Where did we stop earlier?”

The commotion attracted the stares of other people, and the music stopped. Kirilenko rushed over angrily.

Translator’s notes:

Farewell My Concubine