T/N: This chapter is going to be in six parts, its by far one of the longest chapters up to date, with around 12k chinese chara rip me. Also I divide all the chapters by 2k chinese characters because thats how long the full chapters were in the beginning. So even though the chapters are in parts now, they are the same length as the full chapters in the beginning. Dont ask me how 600 chapters will end up being divided, I really dont know ;;;v;;; I divide the chapters as I translate.

It was true that the Grand Elder Princess didnt mind others causing some mischief during the banquet, but the premise being to someone unrelated to her. Right now, she had already considered Jing Wan as a genuine guest, her guest! Regardless whether it was someone from her manor or an outsider, to dare act up under her eyelids, once she finds out, just watch her have that person skinned alive.

Thats why, even if the Grand Elder Princesss temper was pretty good, for someone who grew up in the imperial palace, that oppressive place, how could she really be that simple.

Speaking of this qin, Jing Wan also had to admit it was a good qin. Regardless whether it was the materials used, or the craftsmanship, it was all first class. The only place that can be considered a problem was probably just the overly tightened strings. Anyone who didnt have the least bit of finger strength simply wouldnt even be able to pluck the strings, and even if one manages to, it would still be considerably taxing. And it would also be very difficult to complete an entire piece.

But the greatest advantage in this kind of qin lies in playing those majestic and grandeur pieces, the effect will greatly increase.

Jing Wan lifted her head and calmly looked to Luo Jing Ying. She was smiling, smiling smugly, smiling provocatively, and further smiling to see Jing Wan make a fool of herself. She had already spread this good older sisters reputation out, better not betray her good intentions.

Jing Wan suddenly smiled too. Indeed, this good younger sister of hers had already created the opportunity for her, so she naturally cant let her down.

Jing Wans smile made Luo Jing Yings heart jump, suddenly getting a bad premonition.

Seeing the girl on the stage still not moving, some of the people on the male guest side even began jeering, letting her either hurry up and play, or come down and receive the punishment. However, because the male seats were a distance away, and moreover the closer one got to the female side, the more noble the status, they naturally wouldnt do anything too vulgar. Those youngsters that dared to make a ruckus didnt dare to get too close to those high ranking personages, and they also didnt dare to be too loud in their so called jeering either. Thus, Jing Wan could only hear sound coming from that side, but didnt know what exactly they were saying.

Shut up. Li Hong Yuan held the wine cup, his eyes containing malice. The two words werent considered heavy, but its effect was considerably shocking. In nearly an instant, the male guest side went dead silent. Thats why, using the living Enma as a silencer was just too effective.

Li Hong Yuan moved his body, seemingly wanting to prop himself in a more comfortable position, and closed his eyes. The ones making a ruckus previously all patted their chest. Looks like theyd disturbed this living Enmas rest. They couldnt help but inwardly curse, if you want to sleep, why dont you go back home to sleep! However, they could only curse in their hearts. Its not like there werent people that once wet themselves because of the living Enma.

Was Li Hong Yuan really sleeping? Naturally no. He was just using this kind of method to cover up his violent anger. His anger could no longer be concealed when his eyes were open. It can be seen to what extent it has already reached.

Wan Wan wasnt a person that liked showing off ostentatiously, but she wasnt the type who would pretend to know or understand something she didnt know or understand either. But at the same time, it was also clear that since she went up, she was capable of it. According to what he knew, three years ago, Wan Wan did indeed study the qin before, but the duration wasnt very long, and moreover it was on and off. The people hed sent to Qian Fu also didnt know exactly to what level shed reached either. Even in his past life, he also didnt hear her having any fame in this regard. However, with his previous conjecture[1] as a foundation, regardless of how shocking her actions will be, Li Hong Yuan all wouldnt be surprised.

Just, on this day in his past life, there wasnt this incident. Although there was also Yu Yaos game, it never once fell on Wan Wans head. Perhaps an unforeseen change happened somewhere again? This change, afraid, will also lead to other changes. However, even he borrowed the banquet this time to arrange some things, so for there to be other changes wasnt all that strange either.

(T/N: Tbh this is actually a butterfly effect cause by him, starting from when he broke SYJs engagement with Kang Wang, which caused SYJ and JW to become friends, and causing SYL to fall for her because they got to interact more, which leads to Li Ru Yu targeting her even more.)

What he was angry about was that Wan Wan had been schemed against, and was further angry that with just those tender fingers of hers, one song down, dont know how much shell suffer. But under numerous eyes, he couldnt directly go up and drag her down either.

Each and every one all very good. If one doesnt properly repay you all, might really end up thinking his Wan Wan is easy to bully!

Zheng.. The qin sounded. Jing Wans hands finally began moving.

Perhaps because she hadnt played in a long time, the first few notes werent very smooth, disjointly out of tune.

Luo Jing Ying let out a contemptuous smile. Originally was still thinking just how capable was she, but if youve never learned it, what are you pretending for? But this way was also good too. Pretending to understand when you dont, this kind of thing, in contrast, was more hated than directly confessing that you dont know.

The Grand Elder Princess softly sighed. As expected, it was too difficult. This qin was never intended for young ladies to play on.

However, not long after, something changed. The sound gradually became smooth and coherent. Jing Wans fingers rapidly slid across the strings, deeply concentrated and exceptionally serious. Eh Quite a few people all let out a similar sound. Everyone who originally didnt take this childs game seriously all gradually became engrossed, erecting their ears to listen attentively.

A never heard before piece, powerfully resounding, vastly imposing, flooded with the somber sound of a powerful army, directly making those listening to it go numb in the head, and their blood boil. Even those calm and restrained old officials all cant help but flush red. There was also a certain normally cold and reserved, always handling matters efficiently, speaking concisely and comprehensively, and known as a qin fanatic Cabinet Minister who even overturned his chair in excitement, as he fixedly stare at Jing Wan playing the qin. That look was practically like an immature youngster having ones first awakening of love.

When it reached the most intense part, Jing Wans two hands moved so fast that an afterimage appeared. And as she threw herself into it with all her heart and soul, her body moved along with her hands. Her movements were naturally somewhat big, but not only did it not make anyone feel she was lacking in propriety, following her movements, they seemingly were further able to feel that artistic spirit.

Only a small number of people didnt get drawn in by the qins melody, and instead noticed Jing Wans abnormality. Her complexion was flushed with fine beads of sweat on her forehead. Although one couldnt hear, but seeing her slightly parted red lips, and the rapidly moving wings of her nose, one could tell just now quickly she was breathing. And most importantly, her fingers were already seeped with blood. However, because the color of the bandage was relatively deep, it couldnt be seen clearly. What one could make out was the qins strings, and only through the lights reflection can one discover a hint of clue.

Li Hong Yuan forcibly restrained the urge to interrupt her several times. Such a dazzling Wan Wan, he wanted to hide away, but at the same time, he also wanted to let the world all bow down to her. This was such a good opportunity to become famous, though she herself didnt seek this. But shed already persist until now, and if her hearts efforts were to become wasted because of him, even if she didnt complain, she more or less would still feel somewhat regretful inside.

Its not that Jing Wan wasnt aware of her current state, but what she felt wasnt the pain from her fingers, but rather the feeling of submerging into that heightened state. To say it more profoundly, shed entered the zone. Her body perhaps was in a terrible state, but her spirit however was in an optimal state. If theres to be a next time, Jing Wan may not necessarily be able to reach this state again. This kind of state was too hard to come by. She didnt want to stop, and couldnt stop either.

The surging tune entered the finale. Jing Wans finger plucked the strings one last time, and following this final pluck, one of the qins strings, unable to bear the burden, snapped with a peng sound.

However, it snapped at the very end, so naturally didnt have any affect.

Good- A certain cabinet minister somewhat frenziedly clapped his hands and praised, drawing in side glances from quite a few people. However, those that knew him just shook their heads and helplessly smiled. Cant blame him for being like this. This piece was indeed good. Even those who didnt understand music all felt it was good, including those rough men who were military officials. It was truly too stimulating to the heart.

[1] His guess that Jing Wan probably has memories of a previous life in a different world. See part 1 and 2 of chapter 98.