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"Young Master, I want the Shihua in your hands. How does it compare?" Yun Zhi Yue clung to the railing of the third floor, feeling a surge of excitement within her.
As a Xiao Jie, she had encountered a plant that belonged to the same dark realm as herself, which was an incredible surprise! It is well-known that most plants thrive in sunlight; even shade-loving plants require some exposure to light. Yet for her, the moonlit night was when she flourished, making her kindred spirits exceedingly rare.
This was the first time she had seen such a plant, and yet she immediately sensed its name and intimacy. Indeed, this plant had developed a faint trace of spirituality. It was something she had never encountered even in the Thirty-Six Heavens, and how could that not excite her?
Suddenly, a voice broke through her thoughts, causing Ning Xin to brighten up. She turned to see a figure with a handkerchief covering his face and paused for a moment. "Young Master, do you know its name?" she asked eagerly.
Yun Zhi Yue raised an eyebrow. "You’ve kept it for so long and still don’t know?"
Ning Xin smiled. "I simply like it." The competition of Qin Technique is quite simple; Young Master can choose a piece for us to play together, and we will know who excels in our hearts."
Yun Zhi Yue chuckled. "Alright." With light steps, he crossed over the three people at the table and headed downstairs, determined to claim this pot of flowers.
In ancient times, knowledge of Qin Technique was not uncommon; any noble young lady or gentleman would dabble in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Eventually, the two chose the well-known piece "Mountain Water Zen Heart," a composition that flowed like smoke, embodying the natural ease of mountains and waters.
Given Ning Xin's earlier style, it suited her perfectly. The Shihua was tied to life itself, and she had already planned how to impress this Young Master. However, once they sat at the qin and struck the first note together, Ning Xin froze for a moment before pouring all her energy into it!
Even if most listeners couldn’t discern much from the first note, soon everyone looked on with astonishment.
Ning Xin’s melody remained steady, exuding a gentle tranquility that soothed the mind and spirit—truly comfortable. Yet strangely enough, despite playing the same piece, it felt as if they were in two entirely different realms.
One side flowed with nature’s serenity, soothing like a gentle spring. The other was grand and imposing, rushing like a cascading waterfall.
Clearly intended as a calming piece, it somehow conveyed an upward momentum that stirred emotions deeply within listeners, making them yearn to release their pent-up feelings.
The two were completely on different wavelengths.
The saying "The sound of the qin reflects one’s heart" was not just empty words.
Above them, three strikingly handsome young men sat facing each other, their expressions inscrutable as they watched Yun Zhi Yue below.
Feng Yu listened intently to the music, a smile spreading across her face and reaching her eyes. The young master's playing resonated deeply with her heart. Just moments ago, she had envied Wen Taiyi for having a close friend, and now it seemed that such a connection had come to her as well. But did she have a match?
Suddenly, Wen Ningmo spat out the wine she had been drinking, staring blankly at Feng Yu.
Luo's expression darkened as she lowered her gaze, remaining silent.
Seeing their reactions, Feng Yu was even more curious: here was a woman who was already married yet was out with a man at night in a flower house. This was the first time she had encountered such a woman.
As the conversation continued, the outcome of their competition became clear. Despite their efforts, they could not withstand the grandeur of the performance; ultimately, the strings broke.
As the piece concluded, Yun Zhi Yue approached Ning Xin with an air of triumph, eagerly grabbing a slender-leaved potted plant and turning to head upstairs with a smile.
However, Ning Xin seized her wrist: "You wish to take this flower and plant instead of staying the night at Xin Ge? Am I truly so unworthy in your eyes?"
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