"I'll go call her, you guys continue!" a lively and cheerful voice said. Everyone looked over and saw Shangguan Feiyan, the third young lady of the Marquis of Zhongyi's mansion.
Several young masters said, "We still remember the song she sang at the Prince of Zhenbei's mansion. Miss Shangguan, why don't you invite her over to join us for some fun?"
"Of course, of course!" Shangguan Feiyan laughed. "I know her very well!"
At this moment, the Crown Prince walked over and said with a smile, "What's all this commotion about?"
"It's Miss Ji! How can you, as the Crown Prince, leave such a beauty sitting to the side like this?" someone shouted.
The Crown Prince was taken aback. Miss Ji? It was her? The person who had spoken earlier was now hiding to the side, being beaten up by several young masters.
The crown prince shook his head.
"Miss Shangguan, didn't you say you were going to invite Miss Ji over? Why aren't you hurrying?" one of the young ladies said. "It's more lively when everyone plays together, isn't it?"
"Yes." Someone else chimed in.
Someone brought a stool for the crown prince, and he sat down with everyone else. In the middle was a young lady performing, but when she saw that no one was paying attention to her, she couldn't help but feel resentful.
Shangguan Feiyan had already left the pavilion and headed towards Ji Wushang's side.
"My dear Miss Ji, we've been waiting for you!" Shangguan Feiyan said with a smile as soon as she arrived in front of Ji Wushang.
Hearing the voice, Ji Wushang looked up and saw that it was Miss Shangguan San, whom he had met before. Back then, he had come with Ji Yinxue. It was funny to think about it now, but he didn't know that Ji Yinxue was so scheming. He had actually helped her solve one problem after another, and even introduced her to the second son of the king, Beigong Jueshi, at the banquet.
Thinking about it this way, one has to admire her superb acting skills!
"Is this Miss Shangguan? Please have a seat." Ji Wushang stood up and smiled.
"What are you still sitting here for? Everyone's playing over there! Why aren't you joining us? I see you all alone here, it looks so pitiful, so I'm inviting you to come and play with us!" Shangguan Feiyan really knows how to say the right thing, and she doesn't know how to phrase things properly.
"You think you're pitiful?" Ji Wushang smiled. "I rarely get to have some peace and quiet by myself!"
"Oh dear, my good sister, are you trying to embarrass me? I just made a solemn promise to them; if I don't invite Miss Ji over, I'm dead today!" Shangguan Feiyan said cheerfully, her eyebrows dancing with delight. She then stepped forward to pull Ji Wushang along, "Come on! Let's all come and play together. The Crown Prince is here too! You wouldn't be thinking of having the Crown Prince invite her, would you?"
Upon hearing this last sentence, Ji Wushang's face showed slight displeasure.
"I was wrong, I was wrong. Never mind what I said, Miss, why don't you come with me over there and have some fun!" Shangguan Feiyan immediately apologized when she saw the murderous look in her eyes.
Ji Wushang nodded. If he didn't go, people would definitely say he was arrogant. Oh well, he'd see what happened! Anyway, he couldn't escape it.
Seeing this, Zhu'er immediately stepped forward and followed behind Ji Wushang.
Ji Wushang had just arrived at the pavilion when she heard a burst of laughter. Someone exclaimed, "Miss Ji has really arrived!"
"What a beauty!"
"Tsk tsk, what a beauty in the making."
...
Ji Wushang blushed slightly. As for her appearance, she couldn't be considered a beauty that could topple kingdoms, so there was no need to exaggerate like that.
"I knew Miss Ji would come with me!" Shangguan Feiyan smiled innocently. Ji Wushang also smiled and bowed to each of the people of higher status than himself before choosing a seat to sit with Shangguan Feiyan.
The crown prince smiled and waved to the people on the side. Immediately, some young men stepped forward to perform playing the flute.
Ji Wushang didn't recognize the young man, but he looked in her direction and said with an awkward smile, "This piece is for Miss Ji."
"Hey!" Many people cheered, and Ji Wushang blushed slightly at the commotion, remaining silent.
But immediately a woman with a shrill voice said, "Young Master Gao, why are you doing this? Miss Ji probably has high standards and doesn't think much of you!"
Everyone was taken aback upon hearing this.
Upon hearing this, the young master Gao immediately retorted angrily, "Who said that!"
Ji Wushang's face was also displeased. Had he slapped two people in one go? Ji Wushang smiled and said, "Young Master Gao, there's no need to take those words to heart. Perhaps someone envied your talent and said such a thing. If you don't mind, I would like to respond with a song as a way of repaying your kindness in sending me the music."
"Good! Good!" Upon hearing this, Young Master Gao's gloom vanished instantly. How could he not be delighted that the beauty wanted to perform with him!
The people around were immediately filled with envy, jealousy, and resentment that they hadn't stepped forward to offer a song to Ji Wushang.
Ji Wushang said, "This is the Crown Prince's residence, Young Master Gao. Why don't we present the music to the Crown Prince? He is the one who is hosting!"
Young Master Gao was taken aback for a moment before nodding and saying, "Yes, yes, it should be given to the Crown Prince."
Several people have already performed, all supposedly as gifts for the Crown Prince. Young Master Gao's performance wouldn't make a difference. But Ji Wushang's actions are simply an attempt to draw everyone's attention to the Crown Prince. After all, this is the Crown Prince's residence; the Crown Prince should be the priority. It's basic courtesy!
The Crown Prince nodded, but couldn't help but turn his gaze to Ji Wushang. This woman was interesting!
Gao Fengfen looked at Ji Wushang with resentment in her heart. Damn it, how come he can attract everyone's attention anytime, anywhere!
Ji Wushang glanced at Gao Fengfen out of the corner of his eye, gave a cold snort, and then turned back to look at Young Master Gao.
This young master Gao is only eighteen years old. His courtesy name is Minxue. His father is a Grand Secretary of the current dynasty. He is the eldest son in his family. He has read a lot of poetry and books and has made great progress in his life.
At this moment, Gao Minxue looked at Ji Wushang with a slightly flushed face, "Miss Ji, please."
"Please." It's just a piece of music, why are you so nervous? Ji Wushang smiled inwardly.
At this moment, Gao Minxue nodded and began to play the flute.
The voice was melodious, with a hint of wanting to cry out. Ji Wushang was startled. Was this song meant to evoke some tragic emotions in him? Ji Wushang looked up at him and saw that he was already immersed in his own world and no longer cared about his own feelings.
Ji Wushang shrugged and cleared his throat.
Autumn leaves fell on my shoulders
It's said to be the gentleness of flowers blooming and fading.
Who made you smile so sweetly?
What was left for me
Only clouds and rain in the sky.
You promised to give me a ten-mile-long red bridal procession
I said I'd wait for even a fraction of your obsession.
You know my sorrow
For countless days and nights, I have silently guarded my vow of eternal love.
Regardless of whether there will be sunshine tomorrow
Your gentleness
It is the point I have been waiting for all my life.
Waiting for you
Be gentle to me
They said swallows would fly in spring.
I said I'd rather grow old with you.
I'll keep you in my heart like this.
A gentle touch
I said I long for your gentleness
I hope you are gentle
In late autumn, chrysanthemums bloom and fade.
You can come now.
You can turn back now.
You can come now, you can turn back now. The time has come, Cong, can you hear me? I can't wait any longer, do you know that? I can't wait any longer.
Ji Wushang's last words slowly faded away.
Everyone was stunned for a long time as they listened to the singing. Was this Miss Ji singing? What song was she singing? They never expected her to sing so directly, which was quite unbelievable.
Ji Wushang smiled, bowed to the crowd, and returned to her seat. Gao Minxue was slightly stunned. Was this the song she had just sung with? Why did it say she was waiting? Was she waiting for him? Gao Minxue was immediately excited, looking at Ji Wushang, but he didn't notice Ji Wushang looking at him! This made him quite depressed for a while.
The Crown Prince smiled and said, "Miss Ji sang very well; she truly expressed what was in my heart."
Upon hearing this, Ji Wushang's face darkened with displeasure. What kind of talk was this! Was it really necessary for him to sing about his feelings? "Your Highness is too kind," Ji Wushang nodded with a forced smile.
Those around Ji Wushang all looked at him with envy.
Gao Fengfen was furious at this moment. She had come to say, "Greetings everyone, please allow me to perform a dance."
Ji Wushang looked at her, inwardly laughing. Didn't she dance enough last time? Last time, she was carried off the stage by servants after dancing for so long, wasn't she?
Everyone watched and laughed.
Gao Fengfen looked displeased, but seeing the Crown Prince present, she didn't dare to show her temper. The Crown Prince smiled and said, "Please, Miss Gao, perform a dance." His tone was gentle and kind, giving people a sense of his elegance and nobility.
Everyone around him was watching, but Ji Wushang only sneered. If he hadn't been reborn, he would never have known what kind of disgusting face was hidden beneath that kind mask!
Upon hearing the Crown Prince's approval, Gao Fengfen immediately began to dance. This time, she performed the Rainbow Skirt Dance, which the surrounding people watched with great interest. Ji Wushang also watched, smiled to himself, and already had a peanut in his hand.
This woman won't accept any face you give her. This time, let her lie in bed for a few days to stop embarrassing herself! I can guess what she was talking about with those two women in the pavilion earlier. This time, I'll teach her a lesson and show her what's what!
Ji Wushang took a pastry, which looked quite exquisite, and put it in her mouth. At this moment, Zhu'er came forward and said, "Miss, Brother Tiefeng is back and is waiting outside the door."
“Okay.” Ji Wushang nodded.
Gao Fengfen had already brought the dance to its climax, and as Ji Wushang watched her dance, everyone began to clap their hands.
Ji Wushang smiled, and the peanut in his hand rolled to the ground, heading towards Gao Fengfen's direction. No one around could see such a tiny thing. Besides, it's inevitable that some crumbs would fall after eating.
Gao Fengfen was overjoyed, her heart filled with happiness. Unexpectedly, the moment she landed, she stepped on a small particle, lost her footing, and fell to the ground with a dull thud! Her ankle was severely twisted! She lay on her back, legs in the air!
Everyone gasped in surprise, covering their mouths.
Ji Wushang was also surprised; he hadn't expected the fall to be so graceful! It was truly beautiful! Her red underpants were even exposed!
Gao Fengfen was shocked. Seeing everyone's gaze, she ignored the pain and immediately put down her skirt, revealing her red underpants.
"Quickly, help Miss Gao up." The Crown Prince coughed a few times and ordered his servants.
Several old women immediately came forward and helped Gao Fengfen up, but Gao Fengfen felt that her leg was in great pain!
"No, be gentle!" Gao Fengfen shouted angrily. Looking at her leg, she was shocked to see it was swollen and red! Walking was so painful; she couldn't move at all!
Gao Fengfen only wanted to kill! What on earth happened? How could she have fallen? She had practiced dance since childhood, and yet she fell at such a crucial moment? And in front of the Crown Prince!
But, can I say it? No, it seems like I stepped on something just now, but, can I say it?