My Girlfriend Is a Cello Player-Chapter 31: Moonlight and Cat

Chapter 31: Moonlight and Cat
"You like school uniform??" Gan Yanyu's eyes widened, and instinctively, she crossed her arms tightly.
Although she had suspected it before, when Lin Tian actually said it out loud, Gan Yanyu was still taken aback.
"I wore it a lot before because most of the clothes in my wardrobe are skirts. The only casual short-sleeved tops I have are my school uniforms, so I kept wearing them, not because I liked them."
Does anyone actually like school uniforms?
The blue-and-white color scheme, the stiff buttons—she thought they were ugly.
"You just don't get it," Lin Tian replied.
After all, Gan Yanyu was someone who clung to classical music like an old soul trapped in a young body. It was understandable that her thinking might lag behind that of today's youth.
So Lin Tian earnestly began to enlighten her:
"The design of the school uniform might indeed be unattractive, but it's not about whether it's pretty or not. It evokes a very particular feeling, you know?"
Think about it.
Even masseuses from the massage parlors of the city, when they put on school uniforms and play up their youthful charm, can command prices as high as ¥699 for services.
And that's just the masseuses. For ordinary people?
Wearing a school uniform gives off an aura of "innocence" that easily ties into words like "first love" or "pure moonlight." Of course, this effect is unlocked by good looks. When someone attractive wears a school uniform, it makes everyone involuntarily recall their own sweet, awkward memories of first love during high school and sigh with nostalgia: "You can't simultaneously possess youth and the feelings of youth."
But if someone unattractive wears a school uniform, all people remember is that sweltering summer, the stuffy classrooms, the sallow-faced classmates, endless homework, annoying teachers, and irritating peers. They'd curse under their breath: "Anyone who wants to go back to high school must have Stockholm Syndrome."
Gan Yanyu clearly belonged to the former category.
"Wearing a school uniform on camera adds a sense of purity and youth," Lin Tian tried to explain the concept further.
"Do I really need to wear one?"
Gan Yanyu tilted her head, staring blankly at Lin Tian.
Damn, she surprisingly has some self-awareness...
Indeed, with Gan Yanyu's stunning features, she didn't need the help of a school uniform. Even without it, she exuded the essence of a first love.
Her neat single ponytail, fair skin, and long fluttering eyelashes were enough to make anyone say, "Wow, what a knockout!"
Realizing her previous statement might be misinterpreted, Gan Yanyu quickly clarified:
"What I meant was, I'm already a high school student; I don't need any extra help."
"But didn't you say you didn't want to show your face?" Lin Tian asked.
During their workout yesterday, Lin Tian and Gan Yanyu had discussed filming videos, and Gan Yanyu specifically mentioned she didn't want to reveal her face right away.
This was because Gan Yanyu had already gained a bit of fame in cello circles.
Part of the reason was her participation in numerous competitions and performances in large concert halls.
Another part? Well, let's just say: She had a great grandfather.
Gan Yanyu didn't want to be gossiped about online as "Grandpa Gan's granddaughter" before she achieved her own success.
She carried not only her own reputation but also that of her grandfather's.
Lin Tian understood completely.
After all, there were plenty of musicians on video platforms who filmed without showing their faces—it wasn't unusual.
"Alright."
Hearing Lin Tian's response, Gan Yanyu finally ran out of arguments and went to change her clothes.
Fortunately, she had anticipated the possibility of needing to change and brought extra outfits tucked inside her cello case.
Soon after, Gan Yanyu emerged from the restroom in her new attire.
Blue and white, paired with casual trousers.
The loose-fitting uniform concealed her figure entirely, yet hints of her curves still peeked through.
Perfect.
This was the same outfit Lin Tian had seen her in when they first met.
Still, Lin Tian couldn't resist his curiosity.
"Miss Gan."
"Hmm?"
"Hold the edge of your uniform with your hand."
"Like this?" Gan Yanyu pinched the right corner of her uniform.
"Not pinch—grab it, and pull more fabric into your palm."
Lin Tian urged her on.
"Oh, okay."
Gan Yanyu tugged at the fabric, gathering a handful.
"Now, tug the hem downward."
She pulled.
Instantly, the uniform tightened around her body, accentuating her figure. A tantalizing hint of her waist peeked out from beneath the fabric.
Impressive physique indeed.
Lin Tian was satisfied.
If Gan Yanyu could regain a bit more weight and add some healthy curves...
Perfection incarnate.
"So... What was that for?" Gan Yanyu asked, puzzled, after following Lin Tian's instructions.
"Nothing."
Lin Tian chuckled. "Let's get started."
The recording went smoothly. Having done it once before, Gan Yanyu played even better this time, nailing it in one take.
Afterward, Lin Tian pulled out his ancient, military-grade laptop—a hand-me-down from Xu Yong bought for ¥200 through a friend—and placed it on the table.
He transferred the audio file into the computer and gave it a listen.
As expected of recordings made with professional equipment—the quality was superb.
Gan Yanyu listened too and was pleased.
"It's slightly monotonous though. Such a beautiful piece would sound even better with piano accompaniment and another version filmed," she suggested.
"True."
In fact, Lin Tian had thought the same thing initially.
But alas, money was tight.
Barely able to afford food, let alone a piano?
Even the recording equipment was borrowed through connections.
Knowing the situation, the girl didn't press the issue.
"Now, we just need to upload the video."
Before publishing, they needed to create an account.
Choosing the username gave Lin Tian pause.
Since this was a collaborative effort, he couldn't decide the name alone.
"What should we call it?"
Lin Tian turned to Gan Yanyu, tossing the question her way.
But immediately after asking, he regretted it.
What kind of name could someone with a WeChat handle like [Sunshine After Rain] come up with?
"How about 'Moonlight and Cat'?" Gan Yanyu said seriously.
"Moonlight? Who's that?"
"You."
"And the cat?"
"Me."
"Why am I moonlight?"
"Do you want to be the cat instead?"
"Uh… never mind."
Lin Tian quickly typed "Moonlight and Cat" into the registration field.
With the account set up, Lin Tian uploaded the video and filled in the description:
[Original Music: "Greeting of Love" Cello Performance]
[Composer: Moonlight]
[Performer: Cat]
[Equipment Provided by: SYC]
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