Chapter 178: Who is He?

“Huh?”

It was only when Carol stopped singing and asked the question that the guy who had just spoken realized that he had spoken out loud.

Due to the music, he had no other choice but to speak in a high voice. But coincidentally, the time that he spoke, it was the exact time that there was a breakdown in the music.

It was a section where the bass dropped out and the song striped down to softer instruments and atmosphere, just after the chorus.

Facing Carol who was glaring at him, he realized that he had misspoke. At least, he should have said this after she had left.

Now, facing the confrontation from Carol, for a moment, he was not sure how to respond. But still, he was a young master from a rich family.

Despite the fact that his family was not at the same level as the Walter or the Morgan family, it wasn’t that bad either. After all, the net worth of his family was at $2 billion, and he was considered to be one of the richest in the group.

He had his own pride too. So, when faced with the artist who seemingly was angry at him, he did not back down.

Instead, feeling that he was saying the truth, he said, “I’m just speaking the truth. While your voice is very sweet to listen to, but your singing, if compared to Michael’s, it is total trash.”

Of course, he did not imply that Carol did not know how to sing. At least, she was way better than himself when it came to singing.

But unfortunately, when compared to Michael, there was actually no comparison at all. It was akin to the random bubbling of an infant, compared to a top music artist.

Veins popped up on Carol’s forehead when she heard the young man say those words without flinching. And from the way that he was speaking, he was really confident.

Carol had to admit, she was not one of the very best singers. But even then, she usually tried to use her voice in order to balance out things.

Even though she had already heard about people talking about something like this, nobody had ever said this directly to her face. Was this not a blatant disrespect of her effort?

It was not that she had not tried to improve her singing. But unfortunately, the level that she was currently at was something that she had worked so hard for. How was it so easy to be able to improve?

“Fine! Since that is the case, then why do you need me to perform? Just ask that Michael, to come and perform for you. I’m leaving.” Carol did not have the intention of arguing with the young master that had just spoken.

She understood, despite her popularity, that did not mean much in front of money. After all, many people had influence and power.

Such a young master, it was clear that he was not simple. If she ended up provoking him, she might end up bringing herself unnecessary trouble.

For that reason, she was willing to leave. As for the money that she was supposed to earn today, she did not care about it either.

Still, her mind was spinning, trying to think if she could remember who this person called Michael was.

This was the first time that she had heard of a singer named Michael. Even though she did not believe that there was no singer who was named Michael out there, at least, there was none that she knew.

But, she was quite familiar with most of the top artists. Since this guy claimed that this guy called Michael was better than her, then, he should be popular, right?

But why was it that she had never heard of him? Or, was it possible that he is just a rising talent, and had not yet even gained much popularity?

It seemed, when she went back, she would have to investigate who this person was. At the same time, she would have to try to increase her own effort in improving.

She did not like being told that she wasn’t good, especially if she was compared to someone else. That was exactly why she usually worked so hard.

But unfortunately, sometimes, if the talent wasn’t enough, hard work might not be able to suffice in filling the gap.

Nobody had expected that Carol would suddenly decide to leave. Alex and the others immediately glared at the young man who had just spoken.

Yes, they agreed with him. If compared to Michael, this artist was definitely no match for him. But even then, was there a need for him to just say it out loud?

Even if he did not enjoy the way that she sang, could he not enjoy her voice. If not the voice, then why not just enjoy looking at her beauty?

The young man who had just spoken immediately shrunk his neck when he received the glares from the people around him. But even then, he simply shrugged, as he felt that he had not done anything wrong.

As for Michael, he was left speechless by this guy. First of all, he had only sang one song. Was that really enough for him to be able to be compared to a veteran artist?

Who knows, maybe he was just lucky with that song? If he sang another song, what would happen if he was not as good with that song as with the first one?

Of course, Michael understood that this was impossible. But, to other people, this was very possible. After all, how many times had a newcomer’s song become a hit?

But the follow-up songs were usually mediocre. It was usually to the extent that the popularity gained by this newcomer would end up fading as time went by.

“Excuse me, Ms Carol. But, please, don’t mind him. He is just speaking nonsense. Please, continue with the performance. I promise that nobody will disturb you during the performance.” Alex stood up as he tried to stop Carol from leaving.

Carol was slightly surprised that there was actually a young master that was willing to talk to her politely. She had thought, since one of them could talk to her rudely, then the others were the same.

But looking at Alex, it seemed that his expression was sincere. Still, she herself had already been irritated, and was not in the mood to continue performing.

Out of curiosity, she asked, “Do you perhaps know this person called Michael?”

Alex subconsciously nodded. It was only after he had nodded that he realized what he had done. So, he quickly shook his head, but unfortunately, Carol already understood.

“Then, could you allow me to listen to his song? I would just like to understand the difference between us, to the extent that my singing skills are being looked down upon to such an extent.” Carol asked as she looked directly into Alex’s eyes.

Facing the beauty’s gaze and request, Alex found it hard to refuse. But, it was not as though he could make this decision. Michael was here, and if Michael did not want to interact with Carol, what would he do?

If he ended up making a decision for Michael, and Michael was dissatisfied and left, what would he do?

It was quite rare for them to be able to interact with Michael. And the previous time that they had been together, they had won quite big at the underground fighting arena.

Still, he was not sure if he should refuse or accept. So, he tried to look at Michael subtly, so that he could see what signal would Michael give.

Carol was paying much attention to Alex’s moves. And, when she saw that he was looking at someone from the corner of his eyes, she immediately gazed in that direction.

It was just that, she could not precisely tell who it was that Alex was looking at. After all, the place that Michael was seated, there was Raymond beside him, and there was another young master who had replaced Alex, who was previously sitting next to Michael.

Regardless, Carol was very good at reading people. And from the expressions of the people around, and the way that they were looking at one person, that was definitely Michael.

But, looking at him, he seemed to be in his teenage years? Was it really possible that there was a teenager that was very skilled at singing as compared to her?

Of course, it was not that she did not believe that there were younger people that were much talented than she was. It was just that, the comparison that was made between her and Michael was just too big.

Without paying Alex further attention, Carol approached Michael. She stood in front of him, as she closely observed him.

In terms of appearance, he was above average. But as she continued looking at him, she felt that he was getting more attractive?

And as she looked at him, Michael looked back at her, and their gazes met. And as they did, subconsciously, Carol diverted her gaze.

When she realized this, she was quite shocked. She had not anticipated that there would come a time that she would actually feel shy in front of such a young man.

She was already 24 years old. And looking at Michael, he did not seem to have reached 20 yet.

“Is there something on my face?” Michael asked as soon as Carol looked at him again, his brows slightly raised.

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