Chapter 6054

Charlie never anticipated that the two girls would fairly divide their roles so straightforwardly. At this moment, he was still pondering how he would fit in with the dance. However, the stage was soon prepared for the three performers. Tawanna instructed the stage's sound technician to play Stefanie's song "Assassin" at a very low volume while the three of them practiced their positions and stage choreography. The reason for using the return speaker at a low volume was due to the overwhelming enthusiasm of Tawanna's fans. Since the construction of the stage began two days ago, fans had gathered outside despite the security guards establishing a perimeter to keep them at least 100 meters away from the venue. If they heard Stefanie’s song playing at that moment, they might quickly deduce that she would be a guest performer at the concert. This would not only be a spoiler but also prematurely expose the news of Stefanie's return to Eastcliff. Everyone felt it was best to keep Stefanie's guest role a secret until the performance began, surprising the fans when she appeared on stage. Although Stefanie may not be as famous as Tawanna and her fan base is not as widely distributed among different races, she does have a significant number of Chinese fans, which is notable given the country's large population. Additionally, since this was her performance in Eastcliff, being a local girl would surely excite the fans with her sudden appearance. Charlie was pulled onto the stage by the two girls. There weren’t any costumes for the assassin's performance available at the moment, so Tawanna's staff provided Charlie with a hiking pole, which would serve as a long sword. Charlie repeatedly checked with Stefanie, asking, "I will be wearing a mask during the performance, right? If I’m not wearing a mask, I shouldn't be on stage." Stefanie smiled and reassured him, "Charlie, there's no reason to worry. Anyone might mislead you, but I would never do that." Charlie nodded, feeling reassured. Stefanie continued, "This song has three sections: the first and second parts consist of the main song and the chorus. I will take one verse with Tawanna. I want to place this song as the final performance of the guest segment. I will sing the first verse, then Tawanna will take the second, and finally, we will sing the third verse together. The third will serve as a separate chorus leading to the finale." Having listened to this song repeatedly, Charlie was already familiar with it. After hearing Stefanie's performance arrangement, he asked curiously, "So how should I dance with both of you?" Stefanie smiled and replied, "It's quite simple. During my part, Charlie will dance with me. When Tawanna comes on for the second part, you’ll dance with her. And for the final part, you'll dance with both of us." As she elaborated, Stefanie explained, "The main verse reflects the emotions between us, showcasing how deep your feelings were before we parted. In the chorus, you’ll perform martial arts and swordsmanship in front of the stage while we sing behind you, primarily emphasizing your heroic spirit. In the last section, you return to us for a happy ending." Charlie responded awkwardly, "I understand the theme of your song. It’s good and touching, but the way you two have decided to sing it together makes me feel like I’m, as the assassin, saying goodbye to two wives to take down a tyrant and then reuniting with them. This… changes the narrative!"

Stefanie smiled nonchalantly and replied, "The story is set in ancient times, where polygamy was commonplace. It wouldn’t be strange for a great assassin to have two wives while being a hero for the country and the people." Charlie sighed softly, "That makes sense... even if it sounds a bit unrealistic at first glance." Tawanna, who had been listening nearby, couldn’t hold back her laughter, saying, "Certain ancient Western civilizations also practiced polygamy, so it seems quite reasonable in this historical context." She then enthusiastically asked Stefanie, "Should I also change into a traditional ancient Chinese style?" Stefanie smiled and nodded, saying, "That would be ideal, as it would create a cohesive visual on stage, although your Western origins might still be apparent." Tawanna, admiring and developing feelings for Charlie, became more curious and enamored with traditional Chinese culture. She couldn’t help but cheerfully declare, "Then I must ask the stylist to create the most authentic look of an ancient Chinese woman for me!" Stefanie responded happily, "That sounds wonderful!" Turning back to Charlie, she added, "By the way, Charlie, I’ve asked my design director to come over. I’ll have them measure your height and size immediately. I’ll customize an assassin’s costume for you overnight, and we’ll need you for makeup and rehearsal tomorrow." Charlie inquired, "Can you really do that in such a short time?" Stefanie smiled, "It’s quite simple. During our tours, each dancer has a variety of costumes. I’ll have them pull out a set that closely matches your body type and just make some minor adjustments." Charlie nodded, saying, "Alright, I’ll follow your lead. As long as I can keep my face hidden, I’m fine with it." To synchronize with the two girls and convey their emotions, Charlie used the hiking pole as a sword and performed an ornamental Chinese sword technique on stage. Many secrets of swordsmanship were ingrained in Charlie’s mind from the "Apocalyptic Book," but he never truly practiced them due to his limitations in physical expression. Although he could replicate the movements, he was uncertain if these techniques were still recognizable; if so, he would be exposing himself to trouble. Thus, he broke down the intricate swordsmanship into simpler moves, focusing on flashy techniques that showcased his agility. While they appeared striking, they lacked practical effectiveness. Nevertheless, the exaggerated style heightened the visual impact, drawing attention to the performance. The two women watched Charlie wielding the hiking pole with elegance, captivated by his expressive and fluid movements. After several sequences, they became so engrossed that they forgot to sing along, instead watching Charlie excitedly and clapping in admiration. Both ladies were filled with anticipation for the official performance set for the day after tomorrow. With two beautiful singers paired with such a stunning swordsmanship display, they believed that the song "Assassin" would surely trend at the top of global entertainment lists following the show!