Magnate Tycoon: How Did Simply Enjoying Life Make Me a Male God?-Chapter 582 - 406: Hai City’s Back Garden (Part 2)

The bar boasts a height close to two floors, with intertwined ironwork supports at the top wrapped in warm golden lights. Despite the opulent decor, there aren't many guests—the booths are only about sixty to seventy percent full, and the cramped and noisy standing area common in regular bars is completely absent.

The deep brown leather booths are spaced generously apart, with half-drawn velvet curtains creating private spaces for each booth.

In the dim amber lighting, the neighboring patron's face is hidden in shadow, with only a vague outline discernible; even their conversations are low and indistinct, showing this bar's emphasis on customer privacy.

Li Jing casually picked up the drink menu from the table, opened the thick parchment cover, and glanced over the price list—ordinary single-malt whiskeys start at five thousand, and a decent vintage of Lafite is marked with a six-digit price.

Even without choosing the top-tier drinks, a normal evening here would cost tens of thousands, possibly up to a hundred thousand.

Li Jing raised an eyebrow, thinking to himself that this is indeed a venue designed for those at the pinnacle of the social pyramid.

As he pondered, a waiter dressed in a silver-grey uniform came over, carrying a tray with a champagne bottle covered in fine beads of water in an ice bucket, placing two exquisitely crafted masks before them.

Li Jing's brows slightly raised, showing a hint of surprise and confusion.

Once the waiter left, Huang Qin had already picked up the lace-patterned cat-eye mask and deftly put it on.

The mask covered her brows and eyes, exposing only her delicate nose and enticing lips, adding a touch of mystery and allure.

She picked up the other men's mask and handed it to Li Jing: "President Li, this one's yours."

She then gently explained, "Most guests here prefer not to reveal their identities, so the bar provides masks. All staff have signed confidentiality agreements, ensuring no customer information is leaked. Wearing masks here is an unwritten rule."

Suprised by the bar's attention to detail, Li Jing took the simple black leather cat-eye mask and put it on.

The rigid leather contouring to his face lines added an extra layer of mystery to his presence.

Seeing this, Huang Qin's eyes curved with a smile: "This mask suits you particularly well, President Li."

Just as she finished speaking, a melodious song came from the direction of the stage, instantly elevating the bar's atmosphere.

Inside the bar, light and shadow intermingled, and warm spotlights outlined a hazy halo on the stage.

A man also wearing a black leather mask embraced a guitar, as rich English melodies flowed from his throat.

Li Jing lightly swirled the whiskey in his hand, noting that despite it not being a current popular tune, in this slightly intoxicated atmosphere, it carries a unique flavor.

Beside him, Huang Qin leaned slightly against the soft leather sofa, her black lace mask half-concealing her exquisite face, revealing only her tender, almond-shaped eyes and lips painted in a bean-paste shade.

With the deep V silk dress she wore, it gracefully outlined her voluptuous and graceful figure, exuding the charm of a mature lady in every move.

The earrings swayed gently with her movements, reflecting against the faintly visible collarbone chain, sparkling delicately in the dim lighting.

She raised a crystal goblet, sipping the champagne lightly, the rich aroma mingled with a soft hint of perfume lingering at her nose:

"President Li, most of the performers here aren't professional singers."

Her voice, gentle and with a touch of allure, stood out amid the jazz music.

Li Jing's gaze inadvertently swept across her mature and charming face, inquiring, "In such a high-end venue, surely they wouldn't skimp on hiring professional singers, right?"

Huang Qin's lips curved into a smile, her body leaning slightly forward, the curves of her chest faintly visible with the motion:

"Of course, they can afford it. But the biggest selling point of this bar is making the patrons the stars of the stage." 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

She tapped her fingertip lightly on the glass, signaling Li Jing to look towards the stage; under the black lace mask, her eyes shimmered, "Including the one on stage now, all the performers are impromptu guests."

"Guests singing? Isn't this essentially a luxurious edition of a karaoke bar?"

Li Jing held his glass, ice cubes clinking against the glass, his eyes unconsciously falling on the man on stage.

Dressed in a suit, wearing a designer watch, he appears to be a high-level executive in everyday life.

"That's one way to put it." Huang Qin tilted her head, pondering for a moment, placing her champagne glass on the marble table.

She gathered her slightly curled long hair, revealing a slender swan neck:

"But the opportunity to be on stage is a clearly marked commodity. For VIP members like me, singing a song costs ten thousand; for guests of lower ranks, it might even cost thirty to fifty thousand."

"You still have to pay to perform?"

Li Jing raised his brows in bewilderment, struggling to understand this spending logic.

Huang Qin seemed to see through his thoughts, explaining with a smile:

"Guests here either want a musical thrill or need to vent emotional tension.

They neither wish to reveal their identities nor compromise on privacy and quality, and hence are willing to pay for this exclusive experience."

She glanced at the absorbed performer on stage, her gaze beneath her mask reflecting a certain understanding, smiling faintly: "After all, happiness is priceless."

After hearing Huang Qin's explanation, Li Jing didn't react.

Even for someone as wealthy as him, he couldn't quite comprehend this distinct desire for guests to pay out of pocket to take the stage.

Though he usually isn't short of cash, his interest in singing himself is minimal; rather than paying to show off on stage, he'd prefer hiring professional singers to enhance his enjoyment.

Noticing Li Jing's lack of enthusiasm, Huang Qin raised her crystal-clear goblet, gently swirling the liquid inside:

"Let's set aside these talks, here's to our rare leisure."