Once Lady Song had finally finished talking about "that affair I had with Song Cheng," Song Xiaoyue stood up and asked: "Father, mother, today is mother's birthday. I don't have any gifts to give mother, but I learned a pipa song the other day. It's called 'Spring Ancient Melody.' It tells about the transition from winter to spring, the rejuvenation of the earth, the flourishing of all things, and the vibrant scene of early spring. If mother doesn't mind, I can play it for you today and entertain our guests. What do you think?"
Young ladies from ancient times paid close attention to their refinement in music, chess, literature, and painting, and Song Xiaoyue was no exception. She was proficient in all, not only Ze Zheng but also pipa.
Lady Song felt proud not just for her affair with County Prefecture Song, but also for this daughter of hers. As the daughter wanted to play the pipa for her, she gladly accepted: "Alright, Xiaoyue, go ahead and play."
