The number one rebel of the Great Wu

The art of transmitting sound secretly is, after all, an advanced skill, and is only taught to core disciples of orthodox sects.

Chen Changgeng possesses abundant internal energy, but he may not necessarily be able to transmit his voice in secret.

Qin Lan was naturally somewhat prejudiced against the other party because of his young age and the fact that he possessed such strength.

Moreover, Qin Lan had been secretly observing Chen Changgeng ever since he entered the room.

Indeed, there were no traces on the other party's body, and it was impossible to identify their sect.

He should be a free spirit with great opportunities.

Chen Changgeng had been carefully concealing his strength, but Qin Lan saw through it so easily, which naturally made him realize that this woman was no ordinary person.

Therefore, we have to handle it carefully.

"What are you talking about?"

Lin Wan'er listened from the side, feeling completely bewildered.

Qin Lan smiled gently and waved her hand.

The screen in front of the two was then moved aside.

Behind the screen was a small round table with two stacks of exquisite pastries on it.

Lin Wan'er had already met him, so Chen Changgeng naturally recognized her at a glance.

To Chen Changgeng's surprise, Qin Lan was also sitting at the table, casually playing the zither with one hand while holding half a small pastry in the other.

Qin Lan is tall and slender, towering over Lin Wan'er by half a head. Her long, black hair is simply styled in a bun, with the rest cascading down her back, making her incredibly beautiful.

A pair of long, slender legs were crossed, and her slender waist suddenly tightened, revealing an incredible curve.

Compared to Shen Qingci and Lin Wan'er, who usually only wear light makeup, Qin Lan's makeup is light and natural, with red lips and white teeth, making her look bright and charming with a touch of allure.

Although both she and Consort Ling followed the path of demonic music, there was a world of difference between them.

It's like the most exquisite piece of jade in the world compared to a small stone picked up casually by the roadside.

So, why would the Crown Prince's residence accommodate such a powerful figure?

Chen Changgeng still hasn't figured it out.

"We have rashly summoned you, sir, but we are merely sitting at a distance. Wouldn't that be a sign of insincerity and disrespect?"

"It would be presumptuous of me to simply invite you to listen to music and to offer you proper hospitality."

Qin Lan smiled gently, turned her head to look at Lin Wan'er, seemingly seeking her opinion.

The small table in this room is only this big. If Chen Changgeng really sits down, won't the three of them be squeezed together?

Thinking of this, Lin Wan'er's heart started pounding.

Seeing Lin Wan'er lower her head, Qin Lan naturally understood and gave an apologetic smile.

"We were indeed unprepared today, and we hope you will forgive us."

"This inner room is also my boudoir, so it is inconvenient for you to come in, sir. I apologize to you."

Qin Lan actually stood up leisurely and bowed gently.

Seeing Qin Lan's reaction, Lin Wan'er suddenly became a little anxious.

He was clearly the one who was shy, so how could he let Qin Lan take the blame for him?

But she couldn't bring herself to say it, so she quickly stood up and bowed to Qin Lan.

Chen Changgeng chuckled and waved his hand to indicate that everything was alright.

Damn it, I almost lost my life here just now. Compared to that, this little bit of neglect is nothing!

"Miss Qin's musical skills are profound; I admire them greatly. To hear of them in the morning is enough to make one die content in the evening."

"It is a great fortune for this poem to have Miss Qin compose music for it."

Chen Changgeng bowed slightly as a return gesture.

He then got up immediately.

"I am still tied up with official business and cannot sit for long. I hope the two young ladies will understand."

"If in the future my lyrics are fortunate enough to be appreciated by Miss Qin and set to music again."

"I also hope that Miss Qin will allow me to hear the story first."

Upon seeing Qin Lan, Chen Changgeng's thoughts were completely focused on her, and he temporarily forgot about Lin Wan'er.

His abrupt resignation was naturally due to Lin Wan'er's presence, making it inconvenient for the two to speak.

There's no point in staying any longer.

Qin Lan smiled slightly and waved her hand.

"Alright, I won't trouble you there, sir."

"see a visitor out."

"Hey!"

Lin Wan'er became anxious when she saw that Chen Changgeng was about to leave as soon as he sat down.

He quickly pulled a letter from his sleeve.

"Wan'er also has a poem here, but the writing is clumsy. Please give me your critique."

The maid next to her immediately took the letter from Lin Wan'er's hand and handed it over.

"This Lin Wan'er has quite the refined taste."

"They live in the same mansion, yet they still have to exchange letters, making it seem like a long-distance relationship."

Chen Changgeng inwardly complained, but he respectfully accepted the letter, saying that he would read it carefully when he got back and then write back to her.

Lin Wan'er's eyes immediately lit up with anticipation and joy.

As I left Xianglan Courtyard, a maidservant hurried up behind me.

"Manager Chen, please wait a moment."

"My young lady has something to give you."

Chen Changgeng turned around.

What, is Qin Lan also going to add a touch of ceremony?

The maid handed over two booklets, one thin and one thick.

The thin sheet music is for the piece we just played, and it even has a signature.

The thicker one is a secret manual.

"Transmitting sound secretly."

Chen Changgeng glanced at the cover and immediately smiled.

It seems Qin Lan is using these two as an apology.

"Please thank your young lady for me."

The preciousness of this method of transmitting sound into secrecy goes without saying.

However, the musical score with Qin Lan's signature is no less valuable than his.

Although the capital of the Great Wu Dynasty was not the most elegant place, it was the place with the most high-ranking officials and nobles, as well as countless profligate sons of prominent families.

This is a piece composed by Qin Lan herself; if it were sold, it would be worth at least ten thousand gold pieces.

But if Chen Changgeng really does that, his image with Qin Lan will likely suffer greatly.

Little did they know, these two things were actually test questions that Qin Lan had left for Chen Changgeng.

No matter what was leaked out, Qin Lan would secretly send people to retrieve it.

……

Nothing happened that night.

The next day.

The Crown Prince sent over several more unfortunate maids to be punished.

Chen Changgeng inquired about the reason but did not impose a severe punishment.

There were many palace servants in the miscellaneous affairs room, and the miscellaneous affairs in the mansion had long been divided up neatly.

In most cases, the task is carried out with a punitive nature, such as scrubbing the chamber pot five or six times.

"Xuan Shuo, do you know how to use telepathy?"

Chen Changgeng called Xuan Shuo over and asked him mysteriously.

Last night, he studied it carefully, but the text was too obscure, and without guidance, it was difficult to master in a short time.

He hadn't shown the item to Ziyuan yet, but when he asked her about it, she didn't know either, so he gave up.

"Secret telepathy?"

Xuan Shuo frowned and pondered for a moment.

"Yes, but I can't teach you."

"This method of transmitting sound into secrecy is a secret technique of our Shaolin Tantric sect, and it cannot be easily shown to others."

"Besides... do you know martial arts?"

Xuan Shuo thought that Chen Changgeng wanted to get something from him under the pretext of making things easier, so he politely refused.

"Do I not look like I know martial arts?"

Chen Changgeng stared wide-eyed and patted his chest.

Xuan Shuo glanced at Chen Changgeng a few more times, then shook his head firmly.

"Indeed...it doesn't seem like it."