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The next day, as the sky darkened, Zhiyun and Jade Wing hurriedly left the stone chamber and set out on the journey to Mingxiang Building.
In order to avoid drawing attention, Zhiyun cleverly disguised herself as a handsome young man, while Jade Wing was magically transformed by her into an adorable little cat, peacefully curled up in her arms.
In the dim night, the two figures blended into the bustling streets. The lights of Mingxiang Building were bright, and the voices of people attracted all kinds of people from all directions.
Zhiyun held Jade Wing and moved through the crowd, determinedly heading towards Mingxiang Building.
Finally, they arrived at the entrance of the Mingxiang Building. Zhiyun took a deep breath, adjusted his appearance, and then walked into the building with Yuyi.
The interior of the Mingxiang Building was brightly lit and noisy with people. Zhiyun carried Yuyi and made his way through the crowd, heading straight to Xiao Xiang Yun's performance venue. However, when they reached the entrance, they were stopped by an older-looking lady.
"Xiangyun's place is all full, and the guests really can't squeeze in. Please come back another day," Grandma's voice carried an apologetic tone, but her attitude was firm.
Just then, Jade Wing, in the form of a cat, began to scratch at Zhiyun's money pouch. Zhiyun understood, cleared his throat, and took out a money pouch from his sleeve, gently placing it in Grandma's hand. "Grandma, here's a hundred taels. Do you think this is enough?"
Grandma shook her head and said, "Sir, it's not that I don't understand, but there really is no available space."
Zhiyun frowned, took out another money pouch, doubled the amount to two hundred taels, and placed it in Grandma's hand. This time, Grandma's expression immediately changed.
"Guest, please come inside. Fortunately, today there happens to be a prince who is too busy to come. I'll take charge of this seat and let you have it!" Grandma's voice revealed a hint of cunning, her eyes quickly scanning the two heavy money bags.
Zhiyun nodded slightly, but couldn't help feeling a bit ironic about the rules of the Mingxiang Building. She held Jade Wing and followed Grandma through the intricate corridors to a relatively secluded private room.
The layout of the elegant private room is exquisite, with a mahogany table and several cushions stacked on the side, creating a serene environment far from the outside noise. Zhiyun gently places the jade wings down and sits on the cushion, her eyes revealing a hint of anticipation.
Before long, Xiao Xiang Yun gracefully steps onto the stage, with every movement exuding unparalleled elegance. She sits in front of the guqin, gently caressing the soundboard, whose patterns shimmer with a mysterious light under the spotlight.
As the first sound of the qin (Chinese zither) rang out, the entire Mingxiang Building seemed to fall into a wonderful tranquility. Xiao Xiang Yun's qin music was clear and profound, with each note carrying a story that pierced through the audience's soul.
Zhiyun closed her eyes, listening to the melodious qin, feeling the emotions and power hidden behind each note. The qin music was not just a pleasant melody, but more like a call that delved into the soul, involuntarily immersing people in it.
Jade Wing at this moment transformed into a small cat, quietly curled up in Zhiyun's arms. His cat eyes squinted slightly, as if also enjoying the melodious music. His tail swayed gently, as if moving in rhythm with the music.
As Xiao Xiang Yun's performance reached its climax, the music became more intense and profound, as if an invisible force was spreading through the air. Zhiyun felt a hint of something unusual, her brow furrowed slightly, but she remained calm.
After the performance, the whole audience erupted into enthusiastic applause. Xiao Xiang Yun smiled and bowed, a hint of complex emotion flashing in her eyes, as if her own story and secrets were hidden behind the music.
Zhiyun gently held Jade Wing and stood up, determination shining in her eyes. She needed to find an opportunity to speak with Xiao Xiang Yun alone and learn more about the secrets of that ancient qin.
She quietly made her way to the backstage, hoping to find Xiao Xiang Yun. However, the backstage was heavily guarded and not easily accessible. Zhiyun's eyes flashed with a hint of cunning, and she decided to use some tricks.
Zhiyun gently blew a breath, and a faint mist gathered at her fingertips, slowly forming a small fog ball. With a gentle wave of her hand, the fog ball drifted towards the guards, quickly enveloping them.
The guards suddenly felt a wave of drowsiness, their vision blurred, and Zhiyun took the opportunity to quietly slip past them and enter the backstage.
The backstage was dimly lit, and Zhiyun walked softly, her heart racing, knowing that she was about to uncover the secret behind the ancient qin. Her gaze swept around, and finally, she spotted Xiao Xiang Yun in a corner.
Xiao Xiang Yun sat there quietly, her eyes revealing deep exhaustion and struggle. Zhiyun took a deep breath and walked up to her.
Xiao Xiang Yun Looked up in surprise, a hint of wariness flashing in her eyes. But as she saw the newcomer clearly, her wariness turned into puzzlement: "Who are you?"
Zhiyun Smiled, trying to appear friendly: "I am just an ordinary traveler, deeply drawn by your music tonight. But I sense that there is some unusual power hidden within your music."
Xiao Xiang Yun's expression changed slightly, and she seemed to hesitate about whether to speak. Finally, she said softly, "Your feeling is not wrong, this qin is indeed unusual. But this is not a secret I can reveal to outsiders."
Zhiyun looked at Xiao Xiang Yun with a hint of determination in her eyes, "I understand your concerns, but I am not an ordinary person. I have reason to believe that this qin is related to what I am pursuing. If you are willing to trust me, perhaps we can help each other."
Xiao Xiang Yun After a moment of silence, she seemed to make a decision: "Okay, I will tell you some things. But please promise that these words will not leave this room."
Zhiyun Nodded in agreement.
Xiao Xiang Yun took a deep breath and began to speak: "The person who gave me this qin said it's called the 'Xuanshe Qin.' It's not just a musical instrument, but also a powerful magical tool."
"The Xuanshe Qin can capture the emotions of the listener through music, even a part of their soul. Its music can not only soothe the heart, but also manipulate one's will," Xiao Xiang Yun said with a hint of helplessness. "I used to be just an ordinary musician, but everything changed since this qin appeared in my life."
Zhiyun, after hearing Xiao Xiang Yun's words, showed deep sympathy in her eyes. Her voice was gentle and caring as she asked, "So, what do you want now?"
Xiao Xiang Yun's eyes revealed a hint of determination, but also mixed with helplessness and pain. She took a deep breath and said with a hint of despair in her tone, "I want to break free from the control of this piano and regain my freedom. But I know it's not easy."
Speaking, Xiao Xiang Yun's gaze fell on her own hands, gently stroking them, a hint of sadness flashing in her eyes: "If I don't play this piano for a day, my hands suddenly become dry and withered, like the hands of an old person." Her voice trembled slightly, as if recalling those painful moments.
Zhiyun looked at Xiao Xiang Yun's slightly trembling hands with fear, feeling a strong sense of sympathy and anger rising in her heart. She clenched her fists and said firmly, "I will help you find a solution. This kind of curse cannot continue to control your life."
Xiao Xiang Yun lifted her head, a glimmer of hope shining in her eyes as she gazed at Zhiyun, as if finding a hint of support in this moment: "Thank you. Although I don't know what you can do, your words have brought me a sense of warmth."
Zhiyun nodded, determination flashing in her eyes as well: "Don't be afraid. We will definitely find a way. But I need to know more about this qin and its connection to what I am seeking."
Xiao Xiang Yun looked at Zhiyun, as if weighing something, and finally decided to believe the unusual traveler in front of her: "This instrument was given to me by a mysterious figure. He told me that as long as I use it to play, I can obtain more advanced skills. But he didn't tell me what the cost of this power is."
After hearing this, Zhiyun was intrigued: "Do you still remember the appearance of this mysterious figure?"
Xiao Xiang Yun nodded: "Although I have only met him once, his image is unforgettable to me. His eyes are deep, as if they can see through the human heart, and his temperament is not like that of an ordinary person."
Zhiyun felt a chill in her heart, she had a premonition that this mysterious figure had a deep connection with the artifact she and Jade Wing were seeking.
"I will help you find a way and free you from the constraints of this piano," Zhiyun said firmly.
Xiao Xiang Yun looked at Zhiyun, with a hint of gratitude in her eyes. "Thank you, although I don't know who you are, I feel that you are not an ordinary person. Perhaps, you really can help me."
Zhiyun smiled and said, "I will do my best. Now, we'd better leave here to avoid unnecessary attention."
They quietly left Xiao Xiang Yun's room and returned to the night outside. Zhiyun was filled with thoughts, knowing that this adventure was just beginning, and she and Jade Wing would face more unknown challenges and dangers.
In the distance, a pair of mysterious eyes were silently watching their every move in the dark. They were deep and calculating, seemingly manipulating the course of events from the shadows.
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