Chapter 115: Overshadowed the Garland

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

There were simple and complicated zither scores. Shopkeeper Qian naturally would not take out a simple zither score. This was an extremely difficult zither score.

It was the work of a zither master. Until now, no one had been able to play it. It was a mountain in the zither world that hadn’t been surmounted until now.

Chu Qingzhi asked Shopkeeper Qian, “Do you have a zither?”

“Yes, yes, yes.” Shopkeeper Qian hurriedly called out to the shop assistant. “Bring the zither out for this girl.”

The table and chair had already been set up. The zither was carried out and placed on the table.

Chu Qingzhi walked over and sat on the chair. Her light and beautiful figure was agile and dazzling, attracting everyone’s attention.

She stretched out her slender fingers and gently brushed the strings. Her movements were gentle and elegant, as if she was working on a painting.

“What a beauty!”

“So beautiful!”

“Which family is this girl from? Why haven’t I seen her before?”

Xu Guannan’s eyes were fixed on Chu Qingzhi. He thought to himself, “A beauty that outshines the lotuses. Miss Chu is simply beautiful to the core. Even her movements are elegant.”

Tang Jinghong’s eyes had never left Chu Qingzhi. He looked at the girl who was like a pearl and thought to himself, Qingzhi is too outstanding. I have to make a move quickly. If I’m late, she’ll be taken.

After tuning it, Chu Qingzhi took the score and read it carefully.

The score was called Xiaoxiang Water Cloud.

After Chu Qingzhi looked at the music score, she closed her eyes and let it sink in for a while. Then, she opened her eyes and slowly played.

The notes she played were full and well-proportioned, clear and gentle.

As the notes spread to everyone’s ears, a hazy and pleasant scene of a lake gradually appeared in everyone’s eyes. Slowly, ripples appeared on the surface and became larger. The melody slowly sped up, causing the water to surge. In the end, the melody gradually slowed down, and the lake calmed down.

Chu Qingzhi removed her hands from the zither. The notes dissipated and there was silence.

Suddenly, the crowd erupted in applause.

“Good!”

“It’s nice!!!”

Xu Guannan was in awe. “Miss Chu, hearing your music, I felt like I saw a lake. I’m impressed.”

Chu Qingzhi said humbly, “Young Master Xu, you flatter me.”

Chu Xuyao rushed over. “Fifth Sister, your music is too good. I was mesmerized by it just now. Even the best senior brother in the school can’t compare to you.”

Chu Qingzhi patted Chu Xuyao’s shoulder.

She looked at Xu Guannan and smiled. “Young Master Xu, do you want to play?”

Xu Guannan shook his head with a smile. “Miss Chu, your music is unparalleled. There is no need for me to embarrass myself.”

Chu Qingzhi didn’t say anything else. Otherwise, people would think that she was showing off. “Then I’ll go eat with my family.”

Xu Guannan said, “Please, go ahead.”

Chu Qingzhi stood up and looked at Shopkeeper Qian. “Shopkeeper, have you arranged a private room?”

Shopkeeper Qian hurriedly said, “Yes, yes. Please come in.”

A rich young master went forward and blocked Chu Qingzhi’s path. He looked at Chu Qingzhi with admiration. “Miss, why don’t we eat together?”

Chu Qingzhi raised her eyebrows. Who is this person?

Before she could reject him, Tang Jinghong walked over and said possessively, “This girl is with me.”

Chu Qingzhi smiled and looked at the tall figure beside her. She did not deny it.

Xu Guannan turned to look at Tang Jinghong. After confirming that he was not someone he could afford to offend, he said resentfully, “Then I’ll treat you to a meal next time.” With that, he left with his men.

The shop assistant led the way enthusiastically. “Please, this way.”

When they arrived at the private room, there was a huge table with neatly arranged chairs.

Everyone took their seats.

Shopkeeper Qian followed in. “Miss Chu, what do you want to order?”

Chu Qingzhi looked at Shopkeeper Qian. “I solved the questions. Will this meal be free?”

“Yes, Miss Chu, order whatever you want.” Shopkeeper Qian was worried that they would waste food, so he added, “However, you have to finish the dishes you ordered. Otherwise, you still have to pay.”

Chu Qingzhi reahced out. “Let me see the menu.”

Shopkeeper Qian pointed at the wall. “There’s a menu pasted there.” He called a servant in. “Take down the dishes Miss Chu ordered and inform the kitchen to prepare them first.”

The shop assistant quickly replied, “Yes, shopkeeper.”

Chu Qingzhi asked Tang Jinghong, “What do you want to eat?” She said generously, “Order whatever you want.”

A faint smile appeared in Tang Jinghong’s eyes. “Then I won’t stand on ceremony…”

Grandpa Chu and Granny Chu had lived for most of their lives. This was the first time they had come to a restaurant to eat. They were extremely happy.

The dishes were served very quickly and everyone began to eat.

As the sun set below the horizon, the entire Shuiyun County fell dark. Every family hung up the lanterns one after another. Looking down from the sky, the beautiful night scene of the county was like that of the starry sky.

After dinner, Chu Qingzhi and her family decided to split up and walk around before gathering.

“Be careful.” Tang Jinghong shielded Chu Qingzhi in front of him.

Chu Qingzhi looked up at Tang Jinghong. His gaze was very gentle. Seeing such a gaze, her heart couldn’t help but skip a beat. “Jinghong, thank you.”

“You don’t have to thank me,” Tang Jinghong said gently. Then, he protected her and walked to a bridge with fewer people.

A young girl selling garlands walked over. “Young Master, do you want to buy a garland for the beautiful lady beside you?”

Tang Jinghong bought the most beautiful one in the flower basket without hesitation. Then, he turned around and walked towards Chu Qingzhi. “Qingzhi, can I put a garland on you?”

Chu Qingzhi’s gaze landed on the garland. There were a few bright purple-red peony flowers on the garland, giving off a gorgeous feeling. “I’ve never worn it before. Will it look good on me?”

“You’ll know once you put it on.” Tang Jinghong carefully put the garland to Chu Qingzhi’s head and commented, “You overshadowed the garland.”

Chu Qingzhi smiled. “Let’s go there..”