Honey and Ashes【ABO】Ch2 - Gloomy Sunday

…This girl seems to have poured all her nutrients into nurturing those big breasts, leaving none for her brain… Song Manman is the rising star in their company recently, with a good family background and upbringing. She’s very ambitious and managed to catch the eye of the film producer, Mr. Wang, even when she was still a trainee.

This man in his fifties has also developed genuine feelings for her, showering Ye Sang’s company with a lot of funds and resources. As a result, this lucky girl debuted less than a year ago and immediately secured a prominent supporting role in a well-known movie. Though her character may be just a decorative vase, due to the strong script and lead actors, expectations for newcomers aren’t high, and Song Manman has soared to fame in no time. NkfX9l

Although Ye Sang’s company has made quite a profit from this, Song Manman’s ambition is not proportional to her brain capacity. She hasn’t even stabilized her footing yet and is already eager to flirt with other Alphas, causing Ye Sang a lot of headaches.

It seems that Song Manman’s days are numbered. It’s time to groom new talents… While Ye Sang was thinking this, he picked up another strawberry and calmly ate it.

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Suddenly, there was a commotion outside the window, accompanied by several loud gunshots, startling Ye Sang. The strawberry in his mouth almost choked him. However, the other guests around seemed unfazed, as if they were accustomed to such sounds.

In the midst of Ye Sang’s confusion, the lobby manager quickly walked in, leading a group of waiters to tightly close all doors and windows, drawing heavy velvet curtains. Once everything was settled, he calmly said, “Dear guests, there is no need to panic. The hotel’s security department has been mobilized, and the police will arrive within ten minutes. We apologize deeply for the disturbance to your dining experience on behalf of Caesar Hotel.” y7gNeV

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While the lobby manager spoke, even though separated by the heavy velvet curtains, Ye Sang could still hear the noisy commotion and shrill screams outside. However, the people in the hall remained oblivious, indulging in their luxury as if nothing had happened.

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This beautiful coastal island is surrounded by the territories of three countries, boasting delightful scenery. However, its residents come from diverse backgrounds, speaking a multitude of languages. Due to the island’s focus on industrial tourism, the gap between the rich and the poor among its inhabitants is immense, leading to frequent protests and strikes.

Ye Sang had mentally prepared himself before departure, but he didn’t expect to encounter a violent crackdown on the first day of his trip, dampening his mood for sightseeing.

…Sigh, in this day and age, where can one find a paradise away from the troubles of the world…

Ye Sang’s sadness lasted only a few seconds before he returned to normal: business matters were still the priority. The next film Mr. Wang intended to invest in would be shot on this beautiful island. This trip was essentially a reconnaissance mission to survey the terrain. It was a great opportunity to step onto the international stage, one that couldn’t be missed.

Once Ye Sang had stabilized his emotions, he reached for a plate of large strawberries and calmly took a bite.

The fragrance was refreshing, sweet, and tangy, and the strawberries were plump and sizable. Not bad! XnQ3Bk

Just as Ye Sang was about to ask about the origin of the strawberries from the lobby manager, a tall figure entered the lobby and headed straight for the grand piano on the platform.

The man tested a few notes, ensuring the pitch was correct, before beginning to play.

In an instant, the heavy and oppressive melody echoed in the vast and luxurious space. The people who were previously chatting gradually quieted down, and all eyes turned to the performer in the center of the hall, including Ye Sang’s.

…It’s Gloomy Sunday after all… Ye Sang leisurely swallowed the strawberry in his mouth, his gaze turning contemplative. Cuewv4

Putting aside the urban legend surrounding this piece, one would expect a more well-known or cheerful tune to be played in such an occasion. Who would have thought that the performer would be so shortsighted? It’s hard to say whether it’s a twisted sense of humor or intentional.

The melancholic and heavy notes resonated with the faint screams and gunshots from outside, creating an atmosphere of solemnity that enveloped this dazzling and extravagant space. It was indescribably eerie, and as everyone exchanged bewildered looks amidst the strange notes, the lobby manager finally arrived, stepping forward quickly to stop the performer.

The lobby manager leaned forward with a serious expression, murmuring to the performer. However, Ye Sang’s line of sight was blocked by the grand piano raised high, so he couldn’t see the performer’s face or hear their response. He only saw the lobby manager’s expression darken further, and then the performer promptly stood up and left.

In that moment of standing up, Ye Sang’s eyes lit up instantly. He watched the tall figure briskly leave the lobby, without saying a word, and immediately followed him. aTlq7Z

Author’s Note: We have an update in the morning, don’t miss it~ Our Gong is making an appearance!

As a strawberry pie writer on Myrics, every article must be paired with strawberries!!! (Should rename it to ‘Matsuzaka Strawberry’ haha)

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