Qin Dynasty: Starting with clinging to Zhao Ji's thigh

Chapter 113 A Melody of the Heartstrings

"Wei Zhuang?"

Zi Nu still managed to spot Wei Zhuang leaving.

He was not in mortal danger, but his injuries were not minor, so much so that he couldn't perfectly conceal his breathing.

"Mr. Wei Zhuang..."

Nongyu hadn't noticed it at first, but Zinu had already called out, so she naturally saw it too.

"You won't die, no need to come over."

Wei Zhuang heard the shouts, but he did not stop.

Now that we've confirmed there's no danger, we don't need to worry about it.

What he needs to do now is heal his wounds and recall the battle he just fought.

That exquisite swordsmanship, that nightmarish sword aura, seemed to be born only to reap lives, which captivated him and made him eager to study it.

“Miss Zi Nu and Miss Nong Yu, there’s no need to worry about them.”

“Wei Zhuang’s senior brother, Mr. Gai Nie, is serving my brother in Xianyang Palace. I only asked Xuan Jian to give him some pointers; I will not harm his life.”

Ying Jing did not continue drinking. He poured himself a cup of tea and sipped it, while comforting Zi Nu and the other woman.

Could you offer some pointers?

Even with Nongyu's good temper, she was speechless at this moment.

Such a serious injury, it's quite frightening to look at, and you call this a reminder!

In comparison, Zi Nu is much smarter.

She knew that Ying Jing had already asked Hei Bai Xuan Jian to show mercy, but she still couldn't help feeling indignant that her longtime friend had been beaten like this.

"Lord Changxin is indeed benevolent and righteous, just as rumored."

Zi Nu's eyes darted around, her purplish pupils blinked slightly, and she suddenly spoke.

"To express my gratitude for Lord Changxin's benevolence, Nongyu may play a piece with her finest zither skills as a sign of respect."

Upon hearing this, Nongyu was stunned for a moment, then exclaimed in surprise, "Ah?"

Zi Nu winked at her secretly, but smiled broadly: "Nong Yu, perhaps Lord Changxin is the kindred spirit who can understand your music?"

Ying Jing looked at Zi Nu with a strange expression. Was this woman here to provide assistance?

Nongyu's highest level of musical skill was undoubtedly the melody of the heartstrings.

Everyone can hear the music of the piano strings, but only those who truly understand her can truly comprehend the music of the heartstrings.

The heartstrings, therefore, have no sound at all.

Or rather, a piece of music played in this way doesn't need to be heard with the ears, but only with the heart.

Anyone who can truly understand this melody of the heartstrings will undoubtedly be a true confidant who understands Nongyu's heart.

Clearly, Zi Nu did not believe that Ying Jing could hear the heartstrings hidden beneath the surface of the music.

Unable to do anything to Ying Jing but wanting to vent her anger, she came up with this idea.

"And if he still cares about his reputation, he won't be able to make any more moves on Nongyu..."

Thinking about it this way, Zi Nu suddenly felt that she was incredibly clever, having come up with such a brilliant idea to kill two birds with one stone in the blink of an eye.

Normally, Ying Jing would have no chance of understanding this heart-string melody.

But... Ying Jing can cheat!

"I have already been deeply impressed by the beauty of Miss Nongyu's zither playing, but I never imagined that it was not even her most exquisite zither skills!"

Ying Jing feigned surprise.

"Now that I have come to Zilan Pavilion, I must enjoy it. Please do not refuse, Miss Nongyu."

Zi Nu's smile deepened, and her alluring figure seemed even more charming.

"Nongyu, since Lord Changxin is so sincere, why don't you grant his wish?"

Nongyu was somewhat helpless, but finally nodded.

She glanced at Ying Jing with some concern and reminded him, "My piece uses the heart as its strings; it is a melody of the heartstrings. Ordinary people can only hear the sound of the zither but cannot understand the sound of the heart. If you, Changxin, are not destined to hear it, please do not be offended."

The young girl was a little worried that Ying Jing would become angry out of embarrassment.

Although Lord Changxin has a good reputation, he is ultimately a high-ranking nobleman of Qin. If Zilanxuan were to truly offend him, it could cause considerable trouble.

"It's alright, Miss Nongyu, please feel free to play."

Ying Jing's smile deepened, as gentle as a spring breeze caressing willows, his eyes gleaming with intense light.

“I hit it off with Miss Nongyu at first sight, and I am sure I can understand what is in your heart.”

Stared intently at by a pair of burning eyes, Nongyu felt a little nervous, and a blush crept onto her fair and clean face.

A beauty as lovely as jade, even more beautiful than the spring breeze.

"Then... then please listen to this music, Lord Changxin."

Nongyu had returned to the zither stand by the window, her hands resting lightly on the golden nanmu zither, and sat upright.

With a slight movement of her slender, jade-like fingers, the zither music became melodious and pleasing to the ear.

In terms of skill alone, Nongyu has undoubtedly reached the pinnacle and is impeccable.

But the key to this piece is not the superficial piano skills; she infused it with emotion. What you hear when you close your eyes and listen with your heart is the true melody that touches your soul.

Only a melody imbued with emotion can stir the birds.

Outside the window, birds had been attracted and stopped flying around.

The melody of the heartstrings is indeed unique.

Ying Jing didn't try to force himself on and started cheating right away.

A purple dragon of fortune, invisible to ordinary people, appeared above Ying Jing's head, and the imperceptible purple aura had already spread throughout the entire Purple Orchid Pavilion.

The beautiful melody resonates deep within the heart...

Ying Jing instantly understood all the emotions and sentiments contained within it.

At this moment, Ying Jing seemed to be able to directly sense what Nong Yu was thinking, and their hearts seemed to be connected.

The music of the zither resonates with the emotions it conveys; the zither speaks to the heart, and the music played by a zither player with deepest feelings and true character is more likely to touch people's hearts.

Ying Jing had already clearly sensed the sorrow and pity in Nongyu's heart.

Nongyu's hands continued moving, but her face showed a mixture of joy, surprise, and embarrassment.

She could sense that all the emotions she hid in the music had been received by the young Changxin.

This is her true confidant!

Even the legendary friendships of Bo Ya and Zi Qi were no more than this!

Zi Nu was somewhat flustered when she saw Ying Jing looking so engrossed with his eyes closed.

Could he really hear me?

Her plan to kill two birds with one stone was based on the premise that Ying Jing could not hear Nongyu's heartstrings.

If they really heard it...

Wouldn't she have lost both her wife and her army?

He immediately brought Nongyu right to his lips!

a long time.

Nongyu finally stopped what she was doing, and the birds that had gathered at Zilan Pavilion outside the window also dispersed.

Ying Jing slowly opened his eyes, a hint of pity on his face: "Such a superb skill is close to the Dao. The greatest sound is silent, this must be it..."

Although Ying Jing understood the words by cheating, he was still touched by Nong Yu's feelings.

Her music was imbued with sorrow for her own past.

“Miss Nongyu, there is no need to be so sad. If you are willing, I can certainly find out about your background.”

Before Nongyu could even respond to Ying Jing's words, Zi Nu couldn't help but close her eyes and pinch her wrist hard.

What stupid thing did she do?