Qin Yu and the others didn't have to wait long before everyone who came to enjoy the autumn scenery had gathered there.
Those prominent figures, like Qin Yu and his companions, each occupied a separate pavilion.
Those of slightly lower status sat below.
Immediately afterwards, a group of maids served fine wine and food.
"Thank you all for coming to Wanhua Garden every year for the Autumn Festival. In addition to auctioning rare flowers this year, Wanhua Garden has also invited musicians from the Nangong Music House to entertain you. We hope you enjoy it."
The manager of Wanhua Garden stood on the chrysanthemum platform in the center and bowed respectfully to everyone.
When everyone heard that Wanhua Garden had actually invited musicians from the Yueyin Mansion, they couldn't help but marvel.
"The Music Palace has always performed exclusively for the royal family; no matter how much money an ordinary person offers, they can't hire them. This year, the Garden of Ten Thousand Flowers has actually gone to such lengths to invite musicians from the Music Palace?!"
"This isn't just spending a lot, it's practically using up all our savings! Who do you think this Nangong guy is?!"
"Could it be..."
Some of the guests sitting at the tables below had already realized what was happening and looked up at the pavilion above in surprise.
"So he's from the Music Bureau!"
Qin Yu was somewhat surprised.
Although he knew that Nangong Xiongba must have come from a family of rites and music, he did not expect that the other party was actually from the Music Bureau.
At this moment, the curtain in front of the pavilion where Nangong Lexi was located was slowly drawn back, revealing Nangong Lexi sitting there, playing the zither, her face veiled.
"Tsk, we can't see Brother Xiong Ba playing the zither from here!"
Because he was not far from Nangong Lexi, Qin Yu could not see her face directly from his position.
This made him feel somewhat regretful.
Although Nangong Xiongba was a man, he still wanted to see what the other party looked like when playing the zither.
bite!
At this moment, Nangong Lexi gently stroked the strings of her zither.
As the clear, melodious piano music began, the scene fell silent.
"A song of chrysanthemums is dedicated to you all!"
As Nangong Lexi's clear voice fell, a zither melody immediately followed.
Everyone present looked surprised when they heard the music.
The music carried a touch of autumnal desolation, as if it were telling a story of faint sorrow.
But the music wasn't just sad; there was a rhythm within it that evoked boundless beauty in the listener's heart.
"This zither is quite suitable for the current situation!"
Qin Yu smiled slightly and nodded.
This Ode to Autumn Chrysanthemums speaks of both autumn and chrysanthemums.
No wonder when he first met Nangong Xiongba, Nangong Xiongba dared to confront Zhou Long so directly.
With such a high level of musical skill, when Nangong Xiongba listened to Zhou Long's music, he would probably only find it harsh, discordant, and unpleasant to listen to.
At this moment, Nangong Lexi's music reached another climax.
This time, it wasn't just the sound of a piano that filled the air, but also a soft chanting.
Hearing the chanting, everyone felt goosebumps rise on their skin.
Sorrow! Joy!
They never imagined that two completely opposite moods could appear in one piece of music at the same time without creating a sense of conflict.
"Tsk tsk, Brother Xiong Ba's female singing is really standard!"
Qin Yu nodded.
Zhao Yan, who was standing to the side, opened her mouth as if to say something, but in the end she held it back.
Just as Nangong Lexi's song was about to reach its climax.
Clang!
A sharp, piercing melody suddenly rang out, instantly interrupting the musical inspiration that Nangong Lexi had painstakingly cultivated.
"What was that sound?!"
"Who? Who dared to interrupt at such a crucial moment!"
"Who is it?!"
The beautiful music was ruined, and everyone became angry, standing up and shouting questions.
Even Qin Yu looked displeased.
Nangong Lexi stopped playing the zither and looked at a pavilion across the way.
At this moment, the person on the pavilion stood up, put his hands behind his back, and looked at Nangong Lexi.
"Hehe, I've heard that the music of the Great Xia is unparalleled, and the Music Bureau is full of great masters. I never expected that the music they composed would be so unbearable."
The man shook his head after he finished speaking.
Upon hearing this, everyone glared angrily at the man.
"Damn it, where did this bastard come from, daring to belittle Master Nangong's music!"
"Where are the people from Wanhua Garden? How did you manage to let this eyesore in!"
"How dare you say that Nangong Musician's music is unbearable to listen to? Just how good are you?"
The crowd angrily pointed at the man and cursed him.
Despite the crowd's insults, the man remained calm.
Only after the cursing subsided did the man smile slightly.
"I am Yelü Wencai of the Great Jin Dynasty. Greetings to all of you."
The man clasped his hands in a gesture of respect.
"Dajin!"
The expressions of the people below changed.
Qin Yu also frowned.
The Great Xia was bordered by the Xiongnu to the north and the Liao, Jin, and Western Xia to the south.
However, compared to the Xiongnu who were determined to devour the Great Xia, these three kingdoms were more preoccupied with internal strife, so there were few large-scale wars between them and the Great Xia.
However, these three countries also engaged in their own underhanded tactics.
So, what is the purpose of the Jin people coming to Daxia now?
When Yelü Wencai saw the shocked expressions on the faces of the crowd below, a cold smile appeared on his face.
"I just heard you all suggest that I compete with this musician Nangong in a musical contest to prove myself. In that case, how about I compete with this musician Nangong in musical skills?"
Yelü Wencai cupped his hands in greeting to Nangong Lexi.
How do you want to compare?
Nangong Lexi asked coldly.
She was naturally angry that her performance had been disrupted.
"Just now, musician Nangong played the Chrysanthemum. So let's have a competition with the Chrysanthemum as the theme. Everyone here is the judge. If I lose, I will destroy my instrument and swear never to touch it again."
"If Musician Nangong loses, it will not only prove that the music of my Great Jin is indeed superior to that of Great Xia, but I will also want the reward for Musician Nangong's performance today."
Yelü Wencai spoke.
Before Nangong Lexi could speak, a group of onlookers started shouting.
"Musician Nangong, agree to his request!"
"Indeed, when it comes to music and musical skills, would our Great Xia ever lose to them!"
"You surnamed Yelü, if you've lost, hurry back to your Great Jin. We, the Great Xia, don't welcome you."
"..."
After a moment of contemplation, Nangong Lexi also decided to accept the challenge.
She is quite confident in her performing arts.
"Okay, I promise you."
Upon seeing Nangong Lexi agree, Yelü Wencai immediately revealed a cold smile.
“Master Nangong has a good reputation, then I will make a fool of myself in the future.”
After Yelü Wencai finished speaking, he sat back down.
At the same time, a woman stepped forward.
bite!
As the music began, the woman swayed her body and began to sing in rhythm with the music.
At first, the people present did not take it seriously, but soon they were attracted by the mournful piano music and the plaintive singing.
Nangong Lexi's expression turned serious halfway through the conversation.
This person's skill level is above hers!
When the piece ended, the entire hall fell silent, many people still immersed in the music, unable to come back to their senses for a long time.
Yelü Wencai's lips curled slightly.
"Musician Nangong, it's your turn now!"
Hearing Yelü Wencai's words, Nangong Lexi finally came to her senses.
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