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These past few days, she practiced dancing until the early hours of the morning. Whenever she felt exhausted and thirsty, someone would always be there to wipe her sweat and hand her a cup of warm tea.
Such gentle and thoughtful care was enough to touch her heart!
Moreover, although Sister Violet was a few years older than her, she felt as if she were receiving the same affection that her mother once gave her, making her feel very dependent.
Thus, Xin'er liked this sister in front of her. When she saw Purple Robe looking sad and distressed, she naturally felt a pang of sympathy.
In the end, when Xin'er saw Purple Robe on the verge of tears, she immediately agreed.
"Sister Violet, please don't cry. I promise I'll do it."
Xin'er said. After all, she was genuinely afraid of seeing this sister sad!
Upon hearing Xin'er's words, Purple Robe's previously pitiful expression instantly blossomed into one of overwhelming joy.
"Really!? You promise!?"
Purple Robe exclaimed, even more excited as she grasped Xin'er's hands tightly and asked.
"Yes, I promise."
Although she was somewhat reluctant to wear such revealing clothes, for Sister Violet's sake, she decided to give it a try!
Xin'er lowered her head and sighed inwardly.
However, she failed to notice the fleeting glimmer of excitement in Purple Robe's eyes...
The performance they were about to present was called "Dancing Phoenix," and it was the grand finale of this Talent Show, scheduled for the evening.
During the day, a lottery event hosted by "Drunken Indulgence" took place. Everyone who participated had a chance to win a prize. The rewards were all in silver coins.
It is human nature to love wealth, so soon, Crown Prince Lake was filled to capacity, with no empty seats in sight.
This lively atmosphere continued until nightfall.
As the Golden Sunshine moved from the east to the west, the originally warm sunlight gradually gave way to the orange-red hues of sunset.
In the western sky, the sun sank below the horizon, and the brilliant daylight slowly yielded to the encroaching night.
As the lights began to twinkle on, an Evening Breeze gently swept through.
Against the deep blue canvas of the night sky, countless stars began to emerge, twinkling like diamonds scattered across the heavens, creating a breathtaking spectacle!
A crescent moon hung high in the sky, its milky glow casting a soft light over the land, draping everything in a delicate and enchanting hue.
Such a beautiful night, akin to a poetic painting, was perfect for couples to enjoy beneath the flowers and moonlight.
At this moment, Crown Prince Lake did not fall silent with the arrival of night; on the contrary, more people gathered to watch the performance and join in the festivities than during the day.
As far as the eye could see, Crown Prince Lake was bustling with people and vehicles, a continuous flow of life.
Above Crown Prince Lake, exquisite lanterns hung in abundance.
The warm yellow light illuminated the entire Crown Prince Lake, casting a bright glow.
The shimmering waters of Crown Prince Lake reflected the scenic beauty above, exuding an antique charm that resembled a picturesque painting.
At this moment, the stage built over Crown Prince Lake was also ablaze with lights.
The audience had already filled the seats below, eagerly awaiting the performance. In the front row sat many influential figures and dignitaries.
At this moment, after the host supporting the event delivered the opening remarks, everyone waited in anticipation from their seats.
After all, in the entire Capital City, who did not know that the dancers on the third floor of Drunken Indulgence were the most famous and skilled in all of Capital City?
Every day, countless people flocked to the third floor of Drunken Indulgence out of admiration.
Thus, when it was known that today’s performance would take place, it felt as if the crowd could burst through the very fabric of Crown Prince Lake.
What everyone was most eager to see was this performance featuring the Dancing Phoenix!
Just hearing the name of this dance stirred excitement and anticipation; one could only wonder if it truly lived up to its name, graceful as a startled swan!
While everyone waited with bated breath, a luxurious carriage sped toward them.
When the coachman shouted a command, the carriage jolted slightly before coming to an immediate stop.
Immediately, the coachman and a handsome youth, appearing to be around fifteen or sixteen years old, swiftly jumped down from the carriage. They respectfully addressed the person inside the carriage.
"Master, Crown Prince Lake has arrived."
"Mm."
In response, only a single sound emerged from within the carriage, followed by a distinctly large hand gently lifting the curtain.
It was a very beautiful hand.
The fingers were long and slender like green onions, with skin that appeared translucent and snow-white. The thumb was adorned with a round, lustrous piece of Sheep Fat Jade, creating a perfect combination!
Just by looking at this hand, one could tell it belonged to someone who lived in luxury.
Moreover, the beauty of this person's hand sparked endless curiosity about their true appearance!
As a result, when the crowd by the roadside was first captivated by the luxurious carriage, they later turned their attention to the hand of its occupant, unable to suppress their curiosity as they glanced sideways.
Finally, when the person in the carriage lifted the curtain and stepped out, gasps of disbelief erupted one after another.
The gazes directed at the youth were filled with unabashed astonishment!
Before them stood a boy who appeared to be around sixteen or seventeen years old!
He wore a magnificent white robe made of ice silk, with exquisite flowers embroidered on the cuffs and collar. A gold-trimmed belt cinched his waist, accompanied by a piece of high-quality Sheep Fat Jade.
This exquisite robe accentuated the boy's lanky and upright figure.
On that face as beautiful as jade, elegant brows arched gracefully, and phoenix eyes slightly lifted at the corners, revealing an unmistakable air of defiance.
Beneath the exquisitely high and graceful nose, the lips were a deep red, reminiscent of cherry blossoms just blooming in spring, exuding an irresistible allure.
However, those lovely lips were currently pressed together lightly, indicating a rather bad temper.
As the young man stepped down from the carriage, he paid no mind to the astonished expressions of those around him. Perhaps he was already accustomed to such attention and chose to ignore it.
His excessively slender and indifferent phoenix eyes swept over the surroundings before his slanted elegant brows raised slightly. He turned to the handsome youth beside him and asked, “Aqing, what day is it today? Why are there so many people here?”
Upon hearing the young man's words, Aqing immediately replied respectfully, “My lord, today is the annual Talent Show of Drunken Indulgence, which has attracted so many people!”
“Drunken Indulgence!?”
The young man murmured to himself upon hearing this. He then lowered his head in thought for a moment before looking up at Aqing again and saying, “Let’s go take a look!”
“Yes.”
...
As the handsome young man left with his page boy, another luxurious carriage slowly came to a stop at the very spot where they had been standing.
When the Luxury Carriage came to a stop, a tall and imposing man swiftly descended from the carriage.
With his appearance, gasps of disbelief echoed around him once more.
The man was dressed in a Purple Patterned Python Robe, secured at the waist with a Black Ribbon, accompanied by a piece of fine ink jade.
His Black Hair and Jade Crown accentuated a face that seemed meticulously sculpted by divine hands.
His eyes, filled with sharp intelligence, sparkled with an innate nobility, exuding an overwhelming presence!
Especially when one met his gaze, it was even more captivating!
As the Purple Robed Man stepped down from the carriage, an Enchanting Woman clad in an Aqua Blue Chiffon Skirt immediately approached with her graceful figure.
"Master, you have finally returned."
"Yes. There were no unexpected incidents during the performance, right?"
Upon seeing the Purple Robe approach, Leng Yixuan merely nodded indifferently at her before asking in a deep voice.
His cold and stern face bore an expression of indifference; his sharp and intelligent eyes revealed no emotion, as if all matters of the world were of no concern to him!
This was how outsiders perceived Leng Yixuan!
Mature and composed, with a stern visage that radiated a kingly aura, yet so chilling that it deterred anyone from getting close!
Thus, when the Purple Robe noticed Leng Yixuan's attitude towards Xin'er, he understood the significance Xin'er held in Leng Yixuan's heart!
At that moment, listening to his master's words, Purple Robe dared not conceal too much. However, she did not reveal everything. Her enchanting eyes flickered for a moment before she smiled and said,
"Qing'er injured her foot a few days ago, so she won't be able to dance."
"What!?"
Upon hearing this, Leng Yixuan paused for a moment, his brows slightly furrowing, but he quickly regained his composure. He cast a sidelong glance at Purple Robe. After all, he was well aware of her character. This woman was exceptionally talented, so with her around, he had little to worry about.
Sure enough, Purple Robe continued, "But there's no need for you to worry, my lord. I have already found someone to take Qing'er's place, and this person dances even better than Qing'er!"
As she spoke, pride and confidence radiated from her features. Seeing this, Leng Yixuan nodded in satisfaction and said, "That's excellent!"
With that, he strode toward the stage, for a prime seat had already been reserved for him in the front row of the VIP section below the stage.
When Leng Yixuan took a seat in the front row, it drew considerable attention from those around.
After all, Leng Yixuan exuded an air of nobility, and with a strikingly clear complexion, it was evident that she was no ordinary person.
Some tried to curry favor with her but were deterred by the cold aura radiating from Leng Yixuan, leaving them hesitant to approach.
Her presence also caught the eye of a Handsome Young Man in the crowd.
"Aqing, find out who that person is!" he commanded, pointing elegantly at the Purple Robed Man seated in the front row.
Aqing nodded in response and quickly left to gather information.
After a while, he returned.
"Master, this person's identity is unknown. However, being seated in the VIP area and possessing such an impressive aura indicates that they are certainly not an ordinary individual!"
Upon hearing Aqing's words, the Handsome Young Man merely frowned slightly before striding forward.
When he reached a spot with a better view, he noticed it was occupied. Without hesitation, he kicked the occupant aside.
With a forceful kick from the Handsome Young Man, the man who had been sitting there let out a pained yelp as he tumbled to the ground.
Once he regained his senses and got back on his feet, he turned around with an expression full of fury and raised his fist—large as a cooking pot—shouting angrily, "Was it you, you bastard, who kicked me!?"
Compared to the dust-covered, fierce-looking man, the Handsome Young Man showed no fear on his face. When their eyes met, his excessively narrow and beautiful Phoenix Eyes revealed a hint of undisguised disdain and disgust.
Seeing this, the man became even angrier.
After all, he had been sitting comfortably when someone suddenly kicked him, sending him sprawling into the dirt. Now, as he got up, he was met with a look of contempt, which would make even a saint furious!
However, before the man's raging anger could be unleashed, it quickly turned to laughter upon seeing the gleaming gold before him.
The speed of that transformation was akin to the Sichuan face-changing performance!
"You bastard, take this piece of gold and get lost!"
The Handsome Young Man's voice was neither salty nor bland; though he was hurling insults, his tone resembled a clear spring in March—pleasant to the ears.
Upon hearing this, the man forgot his earlier fury and was now completely captivated by the dazzling gold in front of him.
After all, it was gold! At least fifty taels!
He had worked hard for several years and never earned that much!
So, disregarding everything else, the man immediately grinned and picked up the gold, bowing obsequiously to the Beautiful Youth as he said with a fawning smile, "Hehe, I’ll get lost right now!"
With that, clutching the gold in his hands, he vanished from the Beautiful Youth's sight in just a few seconds.
Seeing this, Aqing couldn't help but chuckle.
Beautiful Youth merely smiled disdainfully, then reluctantly withdrew their gaze, which fell upon the stage.
...
Meanwhile, sitting in the VIP section, Leng Yixuan seemed to recall something and turned to Purple Robe, who was seated beside him.
"Where is Xin'er!? Is she still at the residence? She should enjoy watching these performances; have someone invite her!"
"Uh, Master, about that..."
Upon hearing Leng Yixuan's words, Purple Robe's charming face froze for a moment, her Eyes flickering. Then, under Leng Yixuan's intense gaze, she slowly began to speak.
"Actually, Master, Miss Xin'er has already... arrived."
"Oh!? In that case, have someone bring her over now!" Leng Yixuan said.
After all, it had been ten days since he last saw her.
During these ten days, he had been busy dealing with matters in Shangzhou, but whenever he found a moment of peace, his mind was filled with thoughts of that Little One.
He thought to himself that he must have long been enchanted by her!
In these ten days, he finally understood what it meant for time to drag on like years and how one day apart felt like three autumns!
Now, having rushed back, all he could think about was her.
He truly wished he could see her right now, to hold her tightly in his arms and express all the longing he had felt during these days.
Compared to Leng Yixuan's yearning, the expression on the man's face was enough to reveal his feelings.
It seemed that Xin'er held a weight in her master's heart that was even greater than she had imagined.
The more she thought about it, the more anxious Purple Robe became, unsure of what consequences her actions might bring.
After all, if her master were to get angry, the repercussions could be severe!
Oh heavens! Please let her not suffer a terrible fate!
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