I shrugged carelessly: “Don’t worry! Who am I? How could anything happen to me! I’m not even afraid of the great demon West Linyan, let alone anyone else!”
…
I have decided to leave
“West Linyan?” Wanyao blinked: “You’re not talking about the young master of Xiliu Fortress, one of the four major families who control most of Huanye’s economy, are you?”
My eyes brightened: “You know him too? Is that guy really so famous?”
Wanyao nodded: “I heard some guests mention him recently. They say he’s an impressive figure who just got married. How do you know him?”
The word “married” pierced my heart painfully. After a while, I forced out a smile: “You misunderstood. How could I possibly know someone like him? I’ve just heard others talk about him!”
“Is that so?” Wanyao furrowed her brow slightly: “But you don’t look well.”
“It’s nothing!” I quickly laughed: “Maybe I was just scared today. I’ll feel better after resting.”
“Then you should go rest early,” Wanyao looked apologetic: “I’m sorry to trouble you so much for my matters.”
I smiled carelessly: “It’s fine! I wanted to help!”
” Wanyao suddenly remembered something, walking behind the curtain and bringing out a zither: “I heard the Qin wants Miss Fei to represent Yixiao Tower in the Huagai competition. Wanyao doesn’t have much to offer, so I’ll give you this zither I’ve treasured for years. I hope it’ll be useful then!”
I couldn’t help but exclaim: “Are you saying the Huagai competition requires a zither performance?”
Wanyao smiled and nodded: “Every year’s Huagai competition is about zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Unfortunately, apart from zither, I’m not skilled in the other three. I hope this time, Miss Fei can help Yixiao Tower win!”
I glanced at the zither. Though not as good as the Jiaowei Green Zither, it seemed to be a fine instrument. I couldn’t help but refuse: “This zither is clearly Wanyao’s beloved possession. How could I take it? Please keep it.”
Wanyao smiled and shook her head: “Please don’t refuse. Whether or not things work out with the second young master, I’ve already decided to leave Yixiao Tower. I no longer need anything here…”
