Xie Lingyu admitted her skills were average, capable of playing a piece correctly by following the tutorial. As for deeper elements like infusing emotion, she truly had none of that.

Chu Xingchen's understanding of music wasn't profound either. As long as it sounded decent and not like grinding, it was good enough for him. Especially since it was Xie Lingyu playing; even if it sounded like sawing wood, he would still praise her decisively—saying that even sawing wood sounded better than others playing.

Everyone present in the courtyard was familiar, and Cui Hao was famously supportive.

Xie Lingyu didn't play the entire piece, ending it with a simple flourish.