{Chapter: 310 Lovely!}
Lin Yuan was no stranger to the twin girls with petite frames and youthful features.
In fact, he had already come across them the night before, while escorting Chi Qian and Yu Shanshan back to their dormitory. Back then, the campus lights were dim, and their faces were obscured by shadows. Now, under the clear, radiant light of a new morning, everything was far more visible and detailed.
Seeing them again, Lin Yuan realized just how incredibly similar they were. The resemblance between the two was uncanny—almost like perfect mirror images of each other. Their physical features were practically identical, with a striking 99% similarity, making it difficult to distinguish one from the other at first glance.
Both twins were undeniably adorable. With their delicate features and wide, innocent eyes, they exuded an endearing charm that rivaled Gui Qingtong's own sweetness. It was no wonder Yu Shanshan had practically drooled at the sight of them the night before, clearly captivated by their doll-like appearance.
Now, as fate would have it, Lin Yuan encountered the twins again—right at the gates of Jiangbei Conservatory of Music, just like yesterday.
From their youthful looks and behavior, he could guess they were about the same age as Gui Qingtong. All three were likely high school graduates preparing to enter university life. However, the twins appeared even more delicate and tender-looking than Gui Qingtong, with a subtle air of fairy like innocence that made them stand out.
Given that they were already here early in the morning and seemed familiar with the surroundings, it was likely they had been notified of their admission ahead of time. This made Lin Yuan wonder—was it that they had received early confirmation, or had Gui Qingtong simply gotten the notice a bit later than the rest?
These thoughts briefly flickered through Lin Yuan's mind before fading away as he and Gui Qingtong walked into the campus side by side.
As they entered the grounds, the beautiful architecture and carefully maintained environment of Jiangbei Conservatory of Music came into view. There were other students milling about—some walking, others chatting, many with family members or friends in tow. The air was filled with anticipation and youthful energy.
However, Lin Yuan had little time to take in the scenery. Gui Qingtong, full of excitement and curiosity, was tugging at his arm like an eager child discovering a new world. Despite her calm and composed demeanor most of the time, she was still a young girl who hadn't seen much of the outside world, and today's occasion clearly sparked joy within her.
As they followed the direction of the arrows marked on the ground, Lin Yuan gently reached out and playfully flicked the tip of Gui Qingtong's ear, making her giggle softly as they continued walking.
The path led them to the final review venue, as mentioned in the notice Gui Qingtong had received. In truth, the review process was more of a symbolic gesture. The students, including Gui Qingtong, had already been admitted—today's session was more of a procedural formality. It was also a chance for the school to hold a kind of orientation or "parent-student meeting," where family members could attend and familiarize themselves with the academic environment.
Soon, Lin Yuan and Gui Qingtong entered a spacious conference room designated for the gathering. The room had already begun to fill up with people—students seated beside their parents or guardians, chatting quietly as they waited for the event to begin.
As Lin Yuan and Gui Qingtong stepped into the room, they immediately drew attention.
Heads turned. Eyes lit up.
Lin Yuan's presence was magnetic. With his tall frame, confident demeanor, and naturally striking features, he stood out like a star in a crowd. He carried himself with the kind of elegance that made people unconsciously take notice.
Beside him, Gui Qingtong was equally dazzling in her own way. With her angelic features, soft complexion, and a hint of shyness in her eyes, she radiated a quiet charm that was irresistibly pure and lovely. The contrast between her delicate aura and Lin Yuan's charismatic presence created a perfect harmony that captivated everyone in the room.
Lin Yuan glanced around and estimated that there were already thirty to forty people seated inside.
At the front of the room, a raised platform had been set up. Three individuals were seated behind a long table on the stage—clearly faculty members overseeing today's formalities.
Two of them, a man and a woman who appeared to be in their late 30s or early 40s, looked like experienced instructors. Their calm expressions and professional attire exuded an air of authority. Seated between them was an older gentleman with silvery hair, likely in his early 60s, whose composed presence and dignified bearing suggested a leadership role.
Lin Yuan immediately recognized him as the vice-principal of the conservatory.
Without hesitation, Lin Yuan guided Gui Qingtong to an empty pair of seats and they sat down together, casually yet gracefully. The room buzzed softly with murmurs as people continued to cast glances in their direction, clearly intrigued by the striking pair.
As the session was about to begin, Lin Yuan leaned back slightly and glanced once more around the conference room. His sharp eyes scanned over the crowd—until, inevitably, they landed once again on the twin girls from earlier.
A small smile played at the corner of his lips.
So… the twin l*l¡s were here too.
And it seemed this semester at Jiangbei Conservatory of Music was about to get even more interesting.
After about five minutes of waiting, a calm but authoritative voice echoed through the conference room—it belonged to the vice-principal of the Jiangbei Conservatory of Music. With an air of professionalism and warmth, he officially opened the parents' meeting.
He began with a few formal welcoming remarks, offering gratitude to the parents and guardians for their support and congratulating the students for reaching this milestone. Then, getting straight to the point, he said, "All of you students present here today, especially those who came highly recommended, have already passed our internal assessments. You've met our admission standards exceptionally well. We've essentially finalized your enrollment and academic records."
A light wave of excitement rippled through the audience at this confirmation.
The vice-principal continued with a slight smile, "Today's final review is more of a ceremonial process. It's our way of officially welcoming you all to the Conservatory and giving everyone a chance to get to know each other. Each of you will briefly introduce yourselves and demonstrate your musical abilities—be it singing, playing an instrument, or another performance."
After concluding his explanation, the vice-principal began reading names from a list. One by one, students stepped forward to introduce themselves and showcase their talents. Some performed vocal pieces, while others brought out violins, guitars, or traditional instruments to accompany themselves. Roughly a dozen students took the stage in sequence, each leaving their own impression on the audience.
Then, the vice-principal read aloud: "Xie Shixuan, Xie Shiyin—please come up to the stage."
At the mention of these two names, many heads turned with curiosity. It wasn't unusual for students to go up in pairs—sometimes friends, siblings, or performance partners preferred to appear together. But the names sounded almost identical, prompting whispers and knowing glances.
Everyone's attention was naturally drawn to the front row, where two petite and distinctly cute girls were seated—the twin l*l¡ sisters.
Lin Yuan's gaze followed along with the others. When he heard the names spoken by the vice-principal, his brows raised slightly in recognition. Those names sounded incredibly familiar.
Watching the twin girls rise and prepare to head to the stage, Lin Yuan's eyes narrowed slightly in thought before he nodded subtly. His suspicions were confirmed.
These girls were indeed Xie Shixuan and Xie Shiyin.
As the two stepped forward, Lin Yuan's eyes lit up faintly with interest. While the twins looked almost identical in facial features and body shape, there were clear distinctions in their clothing and demeanor that helped tell them apart.
One of the girls wore her hair in twin ponytails and was dressed in an elaborate, frilly l*l¡ta-style dress—complete with lace trims and pastel ribbons. She had a bright, almost mischievous smile, and dimples that made her look incredibly sweet and energetic. Her expression radiated warmth and cheerfulness, immediately endearing her to the onlookers. This one was clearly more playful and outgoing.
The other twin wore a simpler, more refined JK-style school uniform—similar in style to what Gui Qingtong had worn earlier. Her hair was tied in a single ponytail, and her face bore a calm, almost emotionless expression. She looked composed, quiet, and slightly aloof. Her demeanor was cool and distant, a stark contrast to her sister's bubbly charm.
Despite their differences, both girls exuded an innocent and elegant beauty. They were slender, petite, and stood slightly shorter than Gui Qingtong. From Lin Yuan's internal evaluation, their appearances easily earned them a score of 94 or above—high praise from someone who had met many beauties before.
More than just their looks, what truly caught Lin Yuan's attention were their names.
Xie Shixuan and Xie Shiyin.
These names weren't unfamiliar—they rang loud bells in his mind. In fact, they were characters he recognized from the original storyline!
Both girls were key heroines in the source material—important figures whose story arcs were supposed to unfold much later. But it appeared that Lin Yuan's involvement with Gui Qingtong and Yu Shanshan had accelerated the timeline. His decision to accompany Gui Qingtong to her final review and this parents' meeting had unintentionally placed him in the right place at the right time.
He had encountered the twin heroines ahead of schedule.
Lin Yuan's mind began sorting through the details. If he remembered correctly, the more expressive one with the twin ponytails should be the younger sister—Xie Shixuan. And the one with the stoic, cooler expression, tied in a single ponytail, was the older sister—Xie Shiyin.
Their charm wasn't simply due to their appearance, but the way they mirrored and contrasted each other perfectly. The combination of cuteness and purity doubled with their twin identity gave off an irresistible appeal that made them stand out, even among other talented students.
As they stood center stage under the lights, Lin Yuan couldn't help but feel a strange sense of anticipation.
He had just taken a step deeper into the story's world—and the unexpected appearance of these two heroines meant that things were already beginning to change.