Poison Doctor Roaming the Martial World

Chapter 176 Listening to music requires appreciation!

Li Leru's hands clenched into fists under the table. How could things have turned out like this?! Wasn't Yang Jianwu supposed to be a good-for-nothing since childhood? Who spread that rumor?!

"...

Do not refuse to sit and play another tune, for I will compose a "Pipa Ballad" for you.

Moved by my words, he stood for a long time, then sat down and urged the strings to play faster and faster.

The mournful sound was unlike any heard before; all those present wept upon hearing it.

Who wept the most among those present? The Jiangzhou Sima, his blue robe soaked with tears.

"The Jiangzhou Sima's blue robe is soaked with sweat..."

The ethereal voice gradually faded away, and cheers erupted from the audience!

"What a beautiful piece!"

"sounds amazing!"

……

Yang Jianwu rose and kowtowed in gratitude, "This humble woman has made a fool of herself!"

Emperor Dongli revealed a genuine smile, showing his satisfaction with Yang Jianwu's song. Although it was initially described as a ditty, its content was in no way inferior to the lyrics of the Yuefu Opera.

In such situations, daughters of officials usually elevate themselves, but she deliberately lowered herself. Just when everyone thought she was a fool for being talentless and immoral, she amazed everyone!

If she makes a mistake such as forgetting the lyrics, going off-key, or cracking her voice while singing, she has left herself an escape route. This woman is very thoughtful. Could it be that I misjudged her before?

Then, seeing the beaded veil covering her face, my opinion changed. What woman doesn't love beauty? The beaded veil must be to cover the scars left from years ago. How could a woman whose face was disfigured be...

Nalan Yuanli applauded loudly, and in his excitement, he shouted, "Miss Yang, sing another song!"

Nalan Yuanting frowned slightly, increasingly disliking his younger brother. Taking advantage of his young age, he often spoke recklessly, and now he even dared to make a loud noise at a state banquet in another country. What kind of behavior was this!

Yang Jianwu glared at Nalan Yuanli secretly, twisting her handkerchief in front of her chest, her face full of grievance, "Tenth Prince, do you really think of me as a singer?"

"Uh...that's not what I meant..."

Nalan Yuanli was completely bewildered by Yang Jianwu's expression. How could he explain...? Thinking back to their first meeting, he strongly suspected that Yang Jianwu was faking it, but unfortunately, he had no evidence...

Li Leru, not wanting Yang Jianwu to continue, interjected with a smile, "Doesn't the Tenth Prince want to see other young ladies showcase their talents? They are all highly skilled!"

Nalan Yuanli disapproved of Li Leru's petty schemes and didn't want to waste any more words with her. "I just want to hear Miss Yang sing!"

Yang Jianwu was having a headache with this spoiled brat. He wouldn't listen unless he was taught a lesson!

"Tenth Prince, listening to music requires receiving rewards! What would you like to give as rewards?"

Nalan Yuanli found the idea intriguing. "A reward? What do you want? I'll reward you!"

Yang Jianwu pretended to be embarrassed and lowered her head, "Tenth Prince is joking. Listening to music and watching performances mostly involve gold and silver items. You can give me whatever you think is appropriate!"

A murmur rippled through the crowd. The yellow and white objects were gold and silver; those attending the banquet were all people of high status, who would carry gold or silver ingots on them? Was this Miss Yang doing it on purpose…?

Nalan Yuanli, hearing the surrounding chatter, felt somewhat embarrassed. "Miss Yang, I left in a hurry today and didn't bring any gold or silver with me. How about we pay you back, or you can use something else as collateral?"

Yang Jianwu covered her mouth and giggled, "How could a prince of a country do something like defaulting on a debt? It would damage his reputation if word got out... How about you offer something of equal value to make up for it?"

Nalan Yuanli touched the ornaments on his body. He knew he couldn't accept the jade crown and hairpin on his head, so he could only accept the thumb ring on his wrist and the jade pendant at his waist. However, both of these items bore the unique inscriptions of the Xipan royal family, representing his status. If they were used by someone with ulterior motives, the consequences would be unimaginable...

Nalan Yuanting muttered under his breath, "Idiot! She did it on purpose!"

Upon hearing this, Nalan Yuanli realized that his actions were somewhat inappropriate. He would lose face if he couldn't offer it, but giving it would also bring him risks...

Yang Jianwu glanced at Nalan Yuanli and tsk tsk, "Little brat, you want to hear me sing? I'll make you feel awkward first, and see if I can scrape together a three-bedroom apartment..."

Not wanting to embarrass Xipan, Nalan Yuanting spoke up to help Nalan Yuanli out of the predicament.

"Yuanli, Emperor Dongli has instructed the Seventh Prince's Consort to arrange the talent show. Aren't you making things difficult for her? Hurry up and sit down!"

Li Leru was genuinely afraid that Yang Jianwu would agree to perform another song. She originally intended to suppress her, but she didn't expect Yang Jianwu to steal the spotlight!

"What the Second Prince says is true. Tenth Prince, Miss Yang's music is indeed unforgettable, but you must also give the other young ladies a chance to perform. They are all ready!"

Seeing that there was a way out, Nalan Yuanli quickly took it. "Second brother is right. I was rash. Seventh Prince's Consort, please make the arrangements!"

Since Li Leru didn't see Yang Jianwu make a fool of herself, she didn't pay much attention to the subsequent program arrangements and just went through the motions.

Each young lady had carefully prepared her talents, and even though Li Leru arranged things casually, the performances were still quite good.

Yang Jianwu returned to her seat and continued eating, drinking, and watching the performance, thoroughly enjoying herself.

Everyone had their own thoughts. Yang Boshan picked up a wine cup and toasted his colleague next to him, a silent smile playing on his lips, which he concealed behind the cup...