Chapter 52 Young Master Xiao's Ability to Recognize People by Their Sounds

On the other side, Jiang Fenghua, after escaping from Yichun Tower, didn't dare to go back, fearing she would run into Xie Shang.

Seeing that she was wearing a mask, Xiao Yu asked tentatively, "Third Miss?"

Jiang Fenghua snapped out of her daze, removed her mask, and asked, "How did Young Master Xiao recognize me?"

Xiao Yu blushed slightly and said truthfully, "I used to often go to the Jiang residence to find my teacher. Whenever the sound of a zither came from the Jiang family, I knew it was the Third Miss Jiang playing the zither."

When he heard the familiar tone again at Yichun Tower, he was completely stunned. At that moment, he was certain that it was Jiang Fenghua because it was so familiar.

"So it turns out that Young Master Xiao can recognize people by their voices. It seems that Young Master Xiao is also a person who appreciates music," Jiang Fenghua said.

Xiao Yu said, "I only know a little bit, not even one ten-thousandth as much as the Third Miss."

"Young Master Xiao is too modest. My father often says that among all his students, Xiao Yu's talent is the most outstanding, and he is destined for great things in the future." Jiang Fenghua was not lying. Young Master Jiang was indeed a person who cherished talent, so he often mentioned it. Xiao Yu did indeed achieve great things in the future, and was appointed Minister of Rites.

She remembered that when the Jiang family fell into misfortune and her father was criticized, only Xiao Yu stood up to plead for her father and seek justice.

Thanks to Xiao Yu's help, the Jiang family was able to clear their name, and Jiang Fenghua was very grateful to him.

Xiao Yu blushed even more, muttering to himself, "So the Third Miss has heard the teacher mention me."

"What did Young Master Xiao say?" Jiang Fenghua didn't hear him clearly.

"It's nothing," he said.

She smiled, "Thank you for today, Young Master Xiao. Including the last time, you've helped me out of trouble twice now. I'll remember this kindness. If in the future..." His official career is going smoothly, he won't need her help.

Xiao Yu was stunned, "Third Miss said in the future..."

Jiang Fenghua changed the subject, "It was so dark in the building just now, how did you know there was a problem on stage?"

“I just happened to see Prince Heng enter Yichun Tower. He seemed to be looking for someone, and I was worried… I mean, now that the Third Miss is Prince Heng’s wife, it’s not good for her reputation to enter a place like Yichun Tower,” he explained.

Upon hearing Xie Shang's name, Jiang Fenghua jumped like a startled bird. Since Xie Shang was still at Yichun Tower, she quickly said, "Young Master Xiao, I have to go now. I'll find a chance to exchange musical skills with you sometime. Goodbye!"

After saying that, she took off running, her movements as cute as a little rabbit.

Xiao Yu stared intently at her retreating figure, unable to look away for a long time.

At the same time, Yunfang and Su Tingwan appeared mysteriously behind them.

Su Tingwan pointed ahead and said, "Auntie, did you see that? Isn't that Jiang Fenghua? Is it really her? She's wearing men's clothes and a mask. Could she be the man playing the piano on stage just now?"

"Who else could it be but her? I never expected that she would not only secretly go to a brothel to play the zither and dance, but now she's even having an affair with another man." Yunfang looked at Xiao Yu, who was quite handsome, but it was a pity that he had fallen for a married woman.

"I'm going to tell the Prince that he's in Yichun Tower."

Yunfang quickly stopped her, adopting an attitude of always thinking of Su Tingwan's best interests, "Consort, you absolutely cannot go. You are here to learn skills at the brothel. If people find out, it will not be good for your reputation. If the Prince finds out that you have also entered Yichun Pavilion, I'm afraid we will not have a good outcome either."

"But she ran away from the manor dressed like that and even went on a date with a man. She's so shameless and morally corrupt, and Ah Shang was still bewitched by her." Su Tingwan was angry just thinking about it. That's how Jiang Fenghua seduced Xie Shang.

Yunfang saw that she and Su Tingwan were also dressed up before coming out, just to avoid being seen.

They happened to witness the scene just now.

She said, "If you go and complain now, the prince might punish her if he finds out, but have we caught Jiang Fenghua having an affair with another man?"

Su Tingwan said, "Look at the affection and reluctance in his eyes as he stared at Jiang Fenghua. Even after she left, his eyes were practically popping out of his head."

"I mean, we need solid evidence."

Su Tingwan was also a little angry. "Last time, he was the hero who saved the beauty. The prince clearly saw him and Jiang Fenghua having an improper relationship, but the prince didn't take it seriously. It's him again today. You're right, without factual evidence, A Shang won't believe it."

"Did the concubine already know this person?" Yunfang asked.

“How could I not know him? I think his name is Xiao Yu. He’s a rising star in Shengjing City and has some fame.” Su Tingwan explained, her eyes filled with anger. “These people love to put on airs and act sophisticated. What’s so great about being able to read books? If it weren’t for the soldiers on the border protecting our country, would they be able to leisurely visit brothels and drink wine? My Su family has guarded the borders and is a meritorious family of the Great Zhou Kingdom. Even the Emperor respects my Su family. Why is my aunt so favored? It’s all because my Su family helps him guard the borders and fight against foreign enemies.”

Yunfang didn't care about protecting the country; all she knew was that only by striving to climb the social ladder could one become a superior person and live a good life.

Yunfang had another plan in mind. "If the prince finds out that Jiang Fenghua has been dating men frequently while he's away, but words are not enough, if we can catch her in the act of adultery with that man, Jiang Fenghua will have no chance to recover. You have to strike the snake where it hurts; otherwise, it will backfire."

Su Tingwan's eyes gleamed. "What's your plan, Aunt?"

Without Jiang Fenghua, there would be no one standing between her and Xie Shang, and they would be back to how they were before.

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Jiang Fenghua returned to the carriage, and Lianye said anxiously, "Your Highness, where did you go? I just came out of Yichun Pavilion and couldn't find you. I was so scared."

"Nowhere went. Hurry back to the manor. Xie Shang is back." Jiang Fenghua jumped into the car in a flash. "Big brother will definitely find a way to stall Xie Shang."

Back at the Prince's residence, Jiang Fenghua took a bath, changed into her nightgown, and climbed into bed. Lying in bed, she recalled the scene of dancing at Yichun Pavilion—relaxed, joyful, unrestrained, selfless, and the center of attention…

She was really too bold today; she was somewhat reckless, but she doesn't regret it. On the contrary, she finds it very exciting.

She thought, such opportunities are rare.

Xie Shang returned home late at night. He and Jiang Jinyan had drunk a lot of wine, and he was so drunk that he could barely stand.

Lin Feng helped him up and called over servants for help. Butler Cheng, who had been asleep, was also woken up and said, "Your Highness, why did you drink so much today?"

"Jiang..." Xie Shang swayed unsteadily, not expecting Jiang Jinyan to have such a high alcohol tolerance; he was almost drunk to the point of passing out.

No, he's already been drunk to the point of passing out, while Jiang Jinyan is acting like nothing happened.

Xie Shang relaxed, but his mind started to wander, and he couldn't even stand steadily.

"This old servant will escort you back to your room to rest," said Steward Cheng.

Lin Feng quickly said, "Send it to the Princess and ask her to take care of it." He liked the master of Lan Yue Pavilion quite a bit, so he unconsciously started to do things in a way that aligned with Lan Yue Pavilion.

Xie Shang entered Lan Yue Pavilion, where the maids and nannies in the courtyard looked at him with disdain. "How could Your Highness be so drunk? The Princess Consort has been asleep for a long time. Take him to Ting Xue Pavilion!"

"Jiang Fenghua..." Xie Shang suddenly called out.

A moment later, Jiang Fenghua put on her outer robe and came out of the door. Her long, black hair was draped over her slender shoulders, and her delicate face showed little expression. She did not take the initiative to come forward.

At this moment, she could only think to herself: He's so drunk, how much did my brother make him drink? Can we get him out of here first?