Xia Yunxue realized from the way Yi Mu looked at strangers that she was no longer the same person she used to be.
She quickly composed herself and wiped away her tears.
When the Sixth Prince saw Xia Yunxue hug a strange man, he felt a surge of anger, as if he had been cuckolded.
If Xia Yunxue hadn't promptly said she had mistaken someone for someone else, the Sixth Prince would have already stepped forward and started beating her up.
Yi Mu straightened his clothes and went into the private room.
The moment the crown prince saw him, a look of amazement appeared on his face.
Few people know that the Crown Prince loved not only his daughter, but also his son.
He kept several male favorites in his palace, each one handsome, refined, and talented, all there to please him.
The Crown Prince rarely saw a person who was as aloof as frost in winter, with a proud and defiant air about him.
Despite being just a musician, he possessed an extremely arrogant demeanor that created a sense of distance, which should have made people feel contemptible.
But the Crown Prince was certain that everyone who saw him would feel a surge of emotion from the bottom of their heart.
I want to make this beauty laugh, I want to see a smile on his face, and if I can make him laugh, I will feel a great sense of accomplishment.
Yi Mu, oblivious to the burning desire in the Crown Prince's eyes, bowed and greeted the others present.
Just as the Sixth Prince was about to make things difficult for him, he saw his elder brother stand up from the side and walk to the musician's side.
"What piece did you just play, sir? Would we have the honor of hearing it?"
The Sixth Prince looked surprised. When did his elder brother become so polite, even asking him to address him as such?
"This piece is called 'Flying Apsaras.' If Your Highness doesn't mind, may I play another piece for you and the Prince and Princess?"
The prince smiled and said, "Please, sir."
Yi Mu had little knowledge of the Yaoqin and relied entirely on the original owner's understanding.
The prince was nominally listening to the zither, but in reality, his eyes never left Yi Mu's face, nor his pair of fair and slender hands.
The Crown Prince's residence is never short of beauties—some are obedient, some are fiery, and some are cold beauties like Yi Mu.
But few people are like him; he's not just aloof and arrogant, but also possesses something else entirely.
The thing was hidden behind a hazy wisp of smoke, and the prince couldn't understand it for a moment.
He thought he needed to spend some time figuring out this beauty.
When the song ended, the prince raised his hand and clapped, showing no restraint in his praise.
"Sir, your musical skills are truly superb. Please come and have a seat."
Yi Mu thought that it would be no good for an ordinary citizen like himself to associate with officials.
Therefore, he humbly stated that his status and position were not worthy of sitting at the same table as the Crown Prince.
The prince said, "I admire your skill with the zither, sir, and would like to discuss it with you. I would appreciate it if you would give me the opportunity."
Yi Mu didn't speak, and the Sixth Prince grew impatient, scolding, "Come here when I tell you to! Stop dawdling! Do you expect someone to help you up?"
Behind the beaded curtain, Yi Mu rolled his eyes.
You think everyone is eager to be associated with you? You're being far too self-important.
As he walked out, Xia Yunxue personally moved a stool for him, a warm smile on her face.
Yi Mu seemed oblivious, put down his zither, and sat down.
The Crown Prince personally poured wine for Yi Mu, his attitude was almost excessively enthusiastic.
The Sixth Prince sensed something from the Crown Prince's expression. He made an excuse to leave and forcefully pulled Xia Yunxue out of the private room.
As soon as the two stepped out of the room, Xia Yunxue slapped away the Sixth Prince's hand, frowned, and asked him, "What are you doing? My master... that musician is still with the Crown Prince."
Whenever Liu Wang thought of her hugging Yi Mu, his jealousy would flare up again, making him incredibly sour.
But the thought of what the musician was about to suffer filled me with a sense of satisfaction.
"Why do you think the Crown Prince is so enthusiastic about that musician? The Crown Prince has taken a liking to him. This musician will probably rise to prominence tomorrow. You should be happy for him."
Xia Yunxue stared in disbelief: "What did you say?!"
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