With her spatial ability to raise beast husbands, the wicked female becomes the darling of the group

Chapter 255 Going crazy
Upon hearing Mei Qingchen's words, Su Muyao's eyelashes trembled violently.

"Assassin, who are you going to assassinate?"

Su Muyao knew that at a palace banquet, the Imperial Guards were heavily guarded, and people entering and leaving the palace were strictly vetted, so it was normally impossible for an assassin to appear.

"Her Majesty the Queen."

Upon hearing that the mission was to assassinate the Empress, Su Muyao's gaze darkened.

The Queen had always been very good to her, and she didn't want anything to happen to the Queen.

She leaned close to Mei Qingchen's ear, using her special ability to block out sound, and whispered, "Do you know which assassin it is?"

Mei Qingchen could feel Su Muyao's fragrant scent brushing against his ear. His heart skipped a beat, and his throat bobbed slightly.

But he calmed himself down and shook his head, explaining, "I can't feel it or see anything for the time being."

As he spoke, he examined the tortoise shell again and said, "It should be related to the performance segment of the palace banquet later."

Upon hearing these words, Su Muyao's expression turned serious.

She gently touched the teacup with her fingers, deep in thought.

"The Empress just said that she will personally adorn the most talented performer at the palace banquet with flowers in her hair, so that's the opportunity."

Having analyzed this far, Su Muyao understood.

Assassins blend into the performances. If the performance is successful, the empress will adorn her hair with her hair ornaments. If the assassin manages to get close to the empress, that is the best opportunity to assassinate her.

Wen Nanxi and the others noticed that Su Muyao's expression wasn't good, so they asked what was wrong. Su Muyao quietly explained.

Wen Nanxi said with a serious expression, "We cannot tell the Empress. First of all, the other party did not attempt an assassination. If we inform the Empress and the assassin does not appear, everyone will think that you have ulterior motives, or even that you want to harm the Empress."

"We cannot talk about things that haven't happened."

Shen Ci'an and the others shared the same idea.

Now Her Majesty the Empress's power has waned somewhat, and the King of Chu and his ilk are eyeing her covetously.

The fact that the Empress granted Su Muyao military power had already caused discontent among others, who were waiting for Su Muyao to make a mistake. At this time, she needed to be even more cautious.

After discussing it, they decided that they still couldn't talk about it, but they would be careful to protect the Queen later.

During the talent show segment of the palace banquet, each major family arranged for their carefully trained children to perform.

Most of them do it to gain a good reputation, while others do it to find spouses for their family members or even to climb the social ladder.

Su Muyao knew that, according to the customs of the Beast World Continent, talent was a unique skill for beastmen to showcase themselves, which could leave a deep impression and a good reputation.

There were people playing musical instruments, playing chess, painting on the spot, dancing, and so on.

Su Muyao kept her eyes fixed on everyone present, her expression wary.

However, while these performances were quite novel at first, they later seemed rather ordinary and unoriginal.

The head of the Xu family took the initiative to speak, saying, "My son He Jing has learned some zither skills, so please excuse his poor performance."

Xu Hesi had no special talents at all. The only one the Xu family head could be proud of was Xu Hejing. She thought that this son was outstanding in appearance, had an extraordinary temperament, and was also very talented. So she thought of letting him show off his skills on this occasion.

Xu Hejing remained calm and, upon hearing the words of the Xu family head, went to the center to play the zither.

Su Muyao was thinking about something else when she was drawn to the music and looked at Xu Hejing in the arena.

She had to admit that Xu Hejing was indeed extremely handsome, with a cool and aloof temperament, much like Jiang Mochuan in the past.

No wonder my predecessor chose him.

However, the Xu family eventually used Hua Linye as a substitute bride.

Hua Linye leaned gently against Su Muyao, "Does my wife think he's better than me?"

“My wife enjoys listening to music, so I can play for her as well.”

When Hua Linye spoke, he deliberately lowered his head and breathed on her neck, knowing that this was a sensitive spot for her.

Su Muyao could hear the sour undertone in Hua Linye's words.

She turned her head away from Xu Hejing and said with a smile, "Of course you are the best."

Hua Linye looked at Xu Hejing and felt a wave of fear. He dared not think that if Xu Hejing had really married the wife back then, he would have been out of the picture.

Fortunately, the Xu family allowed him to marry in their place.

After Xu Hejing played the piano, everyone applauded.

He bowed, and as he stood up, no one noticed that his gaze gently fell on Su Muyao.

But he found her smiling and talking to Hua Linye. In just a moment, Xu Hejing looked away.

After Xu Hejing returned to his seat, Dong Baishang said, "Your Majesty, my husband is skilled at playing the pipa. Let him play a piece for everyone."

Dong Baishang was furious that Duan Tingxuan wouldn't give him all of his dowry, so she wanted to humiliate him.

Before coming, Duan Tingxuan had injured his finger, and she wanted to see how he would play the pipa.

The Empress said, "Granted."

Duan Tingxuan glanced at Dong Baishang indifferently, while Dong Baishang looked back at Duan Tingxuan with an arrogant gaze.

Duan Tingxuan saw a threat inside, but no affection. He smiled to himself inwardly.

How could he have been so blind to think she was so wonderful?

Looking at Su Muyao again, Duan Tingxuan felt a bitter taste in his mouth. He had been wrong back then.

At this moment, some past scenes flashed through his mind.

"Tingxuan, everyone says you're good at playing the pipa, you play it really well, play it for me."

"I'm sorry, Miss Su, I'm not feeling well right now and cannot play the pipa."

"I command you to play it for me."

He politely declined at that time because he had promised Dong Baishang that he would only play for her.

He didn't want to break his promise.

But now...

Duan Tingxuan closed his eyes and picked up the palace maid's pipa.

He was wrong before, but now, even with his hand injured, he will still play a tune for her, even though he knows she no longer needs it.

But let's take it as his confession.

Duan Tingxuan got up and walked to the center of the field. He was dressed in a blue robe with black cloud patterns. He was tall and slender, with exquisite features and a noble demeanor. His eyes were as cold as stars, his face was pale, and his brows were slightly furrowed, adding a touch of sorrow. He picked up the pipa, sat down, and began to play.

Long, graceful fingers fell, the pipa began to play, the melody flowed, and at the climax, every note was captivating.

"This is 'The Song of Love on the Ice Strings,' which is extremely difficult. I never expected Duan Tingxuan to be able to play it."

"I heard he was extremely skilled at playing the pipa. This was a tune he created himself. Alas... what a pity."

Everyone felt sorry for Duan Tingxuan. Such a talented person had actually married a woman like Dong Baishang and been humiliated like that. He was practically ruined.

Su Muyao was drinking tea when she heard this melody. Her expression changed, and some scenes flashed through her mind.

The original owner had tried every means to get Duan Tingxuan to play "The Song of Love on the Ice Strings" for her, but he never played it and always seemed aloof and distant. This seemed to be the original owner's obsession.

I never expected to hear this piece of music at a palace banquet.

Su Muyao then turned her gaze to Duan Tingxuan. She was positioned to the left of the Empress, so she could see clearly that Duan Tingxuan's fingers were bleeding, staining the pipa strings with blood.

Su Muyao raised an eyebrow, not expecting him to still play like this even though he was injured.

This piece is very difficult, and you don't have to worry about ruining your hands after playing it.

After Duan Tingxuan finished playing, his fingers kept trembling, as if the pain had seeped through his fingers and into his veins. His face turned even paler, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

Everyone applauded, amazed.

"This is the first time I've heard Duan Gong play this piece; it's so beautiful."

"Indeed, we wouldn't have heard it if it weren't for the palace banquet."

Dong Baishang's expression was gloomy. He had promised to play this tune only for her, but now he was playing it for others at a palace banquet.

Or perhaps she wanted to play it for Su Muyao.

Dong Baishang's gaze darkened, and she said directly, "My beast husband has made a fool of himself, but I heard that Miss Liu and Miss Su's dance moves are truly unforgettable."

"I've heard that when Miss Liu dances, Young Master Jiang would accompany her with music. I wonder if I'll have the honor of witnessing it today?"

She wanted to drag Liu Mengyan and Jiang Mochuan out to humiliate Su Muyao.

Su Muyao has absolutely no talent, let alone dancing, so she's waiting to see Su Muyao make a fool of herself.

At this moment, Dong Baishang was in a state of madness and derangement.

(End of this chapter)