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The information sent a jolt through Nangong Shuang's heart. "Who is the mastermind?"
"This is exactly what I've been investigating," Xiao Zhongyan replied in a low voice, "but now is not the time to discuss this. You are in grave danger and must leave Xiao Mansion immediately."
Nangong Shuang shook her head. "No, I can't leave right now. If I suddenly disappear, it will not only raise suspicion but could also implicate Guo Residence and Guan Chunyi. Besides, I want to know where your father intends to take me; perhaps there are clues there that I've been searching for all along."
Xiao Zhongyan frowned. "It's too dangerous! If you fall into their hands, you may never have a chance to escape."
Nangong Shuang spoke firmly, "This is a risk I must take. The injustice against the Nangong Family has been buried for ten years, and now there is finally a breakthrough. I cannot give up."
Seeing her determination, Xiao Zhongyan sighed. "Alright then, if that's the case, I will find a way to protect you in secret. Remember, no matter what happens, do not trust anyone easily, including my mother and sister."
Nangong Shuang nodded in agreement. "I understand. However, we need to return to the flower hall; staying away too long will raise suspicion."
After agreeing on several emergency signals, they parted ways. Nangong Shuang first went to the cleansing room to wash her face before returning to the flower hall. Inside, the latter half of Qin Hui's performance had already begun, with several renowned musicians playing a piece called "High Mountains and Flowing Water," captivating the audience.
When Guan Chunyi saw Nangong Shuang return, she quietly asked, "Sister Shuang, where did you go? I thought something happened to you."
Nangong Shuang smiled reassuringly. "Nothing much; I just went to the cleansing room to tidy up my dress and got delayed for a bit."
Guan Chunyi seemed unconcerned and nodded as she continued to enjoy the music. Meanwhile, Nangong Shuang discreetly observed Xiao Xiang and Madam Xiao's movements. Xiao Xiang was chatting merrily with several high-ranking officials, showing no signs of anything amiss; Madam Xiao was elegantly sipping tea and occasionally whispering with a woman beside her.
Soon, as the music came to an end, Xiao Xiang announced that Qin Hui's performance had concluded and invited all guests to move to the hall for dinner. Everyone rose and headed towards the hall.
As Madam Xiao passed by Nangong Shuang, she kindly took her hand. "Nangong Shuang, your musical talent is truly remarkable. After dinner, I would like to invite you to see a precious treasure—a guqin that has been passed down in our Xiao Family for generations. It is said to be over a thousand years old with an exquisite tone; would you be interested?"
Nangong Shuang felt a sense of alertness but accepted graciously on the surface. "It would be an honor for me to see such an ancient guqin; thank you for your kindness, Madam."
Madam Xiao smiled and nodded. "Then it's settled. After dinner, I will send someone to guide you. But please do not mention this to anyone else; that guqin is extremely precious and even the servants are not allowed near it."
Nangong Shuang smiled in agreement while secretly preparing herself. This was clearly a trap set by Xiao Xiang and Madam Xiao, and she was about to walk right into it. However, for the sake of uncovering the truth, this risk was necessary.
During dinner, Nangong Shuang sat at the same table as Guan Chunyi, pretending to enjoy various delicacies casually. Xiao Yuyan occasionally cast curious glances her way as if eager to know what she had discussed with Madam Xiao. Meanwhile, Xiao Zhongyan was seated at the main table with his father and several high-ranking officials, watching Nangong Shuang from afar with concern in his eyes.
At one point during the meal, Guan Chunyi whispered, "Sister Shuang, I just heard some young ladies discussing you and Xiao Gongzi—they say you two are like qin and se harmonizing together, a match made in heaven."
Nangong Shuang smiled lightly. "It's just a coincidence; they are reading too much into it."
Guan Chunyi chuckled mischievously. "That may not be true at all! I think Xiao Gongzi is quite taken with you; his eyes seem glued to you."
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