"Ah," Blanchi seemed a bit surprised but didn't dwell on it and bade farewell to the two.
Soon, Ores took Tilan with her in her exclusive white hover car and disappeared into the fiery red sunset on the horizon.
Shui Yanqing watched the scene, only speaking after the two had gone far away.
"Are you envious of them, Blanchi?" she turned her head, looking at the chestnut-haired girl beside her.
"Envious of what?" Blanchi was somewhat puzzled.
"You don't know anything," Shui Yanqing said, a touch of helplessness in her voice as she tapped Blanchi's forehead.
"Let's go, I'll treat you to something delicious tonight."
"Yay!" Blanchi followed happily, then inquired about what they would eat specifically.
"A special seafood feast."
Shui Yanqing and Blanchi chatted and laughed along the way, although their gaze occasionally followed the direction in which Ores took Tilan away.
Although Blanchi was unaware, Shui Yanqing was very clear about what event Ores and Tilan were attending that night.
Even among gigantic enterprises, 'Lagertis' is a considerably powerful company, with its candies being well-known across all sectors of society. Being involved in their projects could reap many benefits, even for a songstress.
For a new generation songstress like her, there actually exists a window period, that is, to attract fans of a similar age as much as possible while young. Otherwise, as one gets older, it becomes not so easy to gain new fans, because by then, new songstresses will have emerged.
Unless you can be sure of breaking through the Moon Class, then you can overlook the gap and widen your age range of influence.
Regarding this project, she had actually had someone tentatively reach out, but unfortunately, 'Lagertis' had indirectly conveyed that cooperation was not possible.
It really is a matter of status, Shui Yanqing understood. Due to the problem of her background, many giant enterprises would not choose her as a spokesperson. Even if there was cooperation, it tended to be of the lighter, more generic kind.
'Ying Tianxue' Ores being chosen didn't surprise her, as this person was extremely popular in the Federation and was the princess many Elf Series financial tycoon groups supported. What was unexpected was that Tilan was also selected.
There are actually quite a few young generation songstresses this year who more or less meet the requirements of 'Lagertis', with over ten songstresses qualifying. However, there were limited spots, and only six were chosen.
'Pale Purple Mo Dian' Ailu Kelu is one of the rare songstresses from the Orc Race, and her selection was to expand influence within the Orcs, a fact clear to Shui Yanqing.
'Flame Sugar' Prin's popularity is gradually rising, and while she isn't the top among the new songstresses, her temperament is unique. Compared to other songstresses, she has a more dignified and serene image but is the most rock and wild among them, so her selection makes sense.
Choosing 'Shui Lan Bubbles' Merulu is mainly for the children's market. After all, in terms of age, she is the youngest among the songstresses, and her main style and image are cute and distinctive, capable of attracting a specific crowd.
'White Swan' Audrey and 'Red Stingray' Luo Fenghua are among the newer songstresses with a heavier Eastern style. It was a choice between the two; this time, they chose 'White Swan' Audrey probably because she is conveniently located in the Central Star Domain, while 'Red Stingray' Luo Fenghua is currently touring the Eastern Star Domains and doesn't have time to come over.
'Dark Flower' Hexia Tilan, Shui Yanqing couldn't think of a reason for selecting Tilan. Although Tilan's style of music is quite unique, are there really that many people who like it? Additionally, compared to other songstresses, Tilan's commercial engagements are pitifully few, and her popularity in the Central Star Domain isn't high.
According to Shui Yanqing's thinking, even Blanchi had a higher chance of being selected than Tilan, as the former is the 'sole seedling' in the Northwest Star Domains.
Forget it, don't think about it anymore.
Realizing that further contemplation and conjecture was fruitless, Shui Yanqing let go of her regrets, turned her gaze to Blanchi beside her, and they held hands, walking towards the blue hover car that came to pick them up.
The hover car, resembling a gliding fish, lifted the two of them up, then silently weaved through the atmosphere, gaining speed, like a long meteor, leaving the vast and boundless Academy City District, crossing over the lush mountains, arriving at the seaside in the Third String 2 District.
There was a tranquil seaside town, and the restaurant Shui Yanqing wanted to take Blanchi to was in this secluded town.
Elsewhere, after being pulled into the car by Ores, Tilan smelled a faint scent of flowers. The interior of the hover car was splendid and spacious, with seats for only two people, and exceptionally stable; even when moving at high speed, the glass of water on the table remained unshaken.
"How is it, isn't it great~" Ores saw Tilan looking around and said with a hint of joy, like a child showing off a toy to a good friend.
"It is indeed luxurious," Tilan commented, assuming this must be a custom model.
"Next time I'll have them make one for you too. Hmm, let me think, what color scheme fits Tilan's style? Probably black?"
"No need for it to be too black; that would feel quite oppressive." Tilan waved her hands with resignation. While her title included 'dark', it didn't mean she was genuinely that gloomy.
It really must be the issue with the title, then. Even being called 'Black Flower' sounded slightly better than 'Dark Flower'. But the word black was too monotonous, Tilan had thought about applying for a change of her title, but she didn't have a particular image she wanted to convey, and later put aside the idea.
"Hehehe, then let's go with black and red colors," Ores recalled a visit to Tilan's mansion not long ago, even she was astonished by the black and red uniformed maids at Tilan's home.