Seeing that even Feng Qingling from Wanhuang Spirit Mountain couldn't match the Heavenly Qin Lady in the art of the zither.
The Third Prince and others felt their admiration grow even stronger.
"Haha, Heavenly Qin Lady has truly inherited all the teachings of the Immortal Dance Qin Sect's master. In terms of zither skills, perhaps no one can surpass you now," the young master of Wanbao Trading Association flattered.
"That's not entirely true. My master once said there is someone whose zither skills far surpass her own," the Heavenly Qin Lady suddenly said.
"Oh? Who might that be?" the Third Prince asked.
Everyone present was curious.
In terms of raw power, the Immortal Dance Qin Sect's master might not rank among the top in the Desolate Heaven Divine Realm.
But in terms of zither mastery, that sect master could claim to be number one.
The Heavenly Qin Lady shook her head slightly: "My master didn't say much, only that this person seems to have some connection to the Jun family."
Hearing this, many people around were very surprised.
"The Ancient Jun Family?" The Third Prince's eyes flashed.
If there was one name mentioned most often in the imperial capital recently, it would be Jun Xiaoyao.
"Jun family..." A trace of coldness flickered in Feng Qingling's eyes.
She had no good feelings toward the Jun family.
Even Jun Xiaoyao felt somewhat surprised.
"Could it be such a coincidence?" Jun Xiaoyao thought of his mysterious guardian who had never shown themselves.
That guardian's zither skills were already strong enough to casually kill Saints.
Jun Xiaoyao guessed that the legendary zither master that even the Immortal Dance Qin Sect's master praised was most likely his guardian.
At this moment, the elderly woman who served as the Heavenly Qin Lady's guardian spoke: "Is there anyone else who wishes to challenge my lady?"
The entire top floor of the Celestial Jade Tower fell silent.
Even Feng Qingling from Wanhuang Spirit Mountain had been defeated.
Who else would dare to step forward?
"Young Master, it seems this zither competition is about to end," Qin Xuan said from the side.
However, Jun Xiaoyao stood up.
"Young Master?" Qin Xuan looked puzzled.
"Pardon my boldness, but I would like to challenge the Heavenly Qin Lady, if I may?" Jun Xiaoyao said calmly.
All eyes in the surroundings turned toward Jun Xiaoyao.
A trace of surprise flashed through the Heavenly Qin Lady's beautiful eyes.
She had been secretly observing Jun Xiaoyao, as his bearing was far too extraordinary.
"Of course you may. I didn't expect you to also be skilled in the zither," the Heavenly Qin Lady took the initiative to speak.
"I suppose so, I've only been playing for a few months," Jun Xiaoyao said.
Indeed, it had only been a few months since he had obtained the Phoenix Cry at Mount Qi through his sign-in.
However, when these words came out, the entire Celestial Jade Tower fell silent.
Many people wore expressions of disbelief.
"Is this person making fun of the Heavenly Qin Lady?"
"Only studying the zither for a few months, yet daring to challenge the Heavenly Qin Lady, the number one zither player in the Desolate Heaven Divine Realm?"
Everyone thought this mysterious young master must be joking.
Even the frost-like Heavenly Qin Lady was momentarily stunned.
If it were anyone else, the Heavenly Qin Lady would likely have disdained to compete.
But Jun Xiaoyao's bearing was too unique, like an immortal in exile, making it impossible to refuse. She wanted to see what he was capable of.
"Very well, please proceed, young master," the Heavenly Qin Lady said, her gaze profound.
Jun Xiaoyao sat cross-legged on the high platform.
A trace of cold mockery appeared in Feng Qingling's eyes.
Even she couldn't match the Heavenly Qin Lady, how could someone who had only studied the zither for a few months possibly compete?
But in the next moment, Feng Qingling's eyes suddenly froze.
Her pupils contracted sharply, and her breathing seemed to stop.
Because Jun Xiaoyao took out an ancient zither.
Crimson and gilt, exquisitely beautiful, emanating mysterious and powerful waves of energy.
It was the ancient zither, Phoenix Cry at Mount Qi.
"Am I seeing things? Is that an Ancient Saint Weapon?"
"It really is an Ancient Saint Weapon! Who exactly is this young master, to casually produce an Ancient Saint Weapon!"
If previously the crowd had been somewhat dismissive of Jun Xiaoyao,
Now they were completely shocked!
After all, not just anyone could produce an Ancient Saint Weapon.
"That young master must be the heir of some immortal legacy!" someone thought secretly.
The Third Prince also wore an expression of shock and doubt.
Throughout the Celestial Jade Tower, numerous discussions broke out.
Feng Qingling looked at the Phoenix Cry, unprecedented heat burning in her beautiful eyes.
That zither was too perfect for her.
If she had obtained that zither earlier, perhaps she wouldn't have lost to the Heavenly Qin Lady.
Greed surged in Feng Qingling's eyes.
As members of an ancient imperial clan, dominance was a character trait infused in their blood.
Meanwhile, the Heavenly Qin Lady's heart was also shaken.
She became increasingly certain that this immortal-like young master before her had an extremely impressive background.
Next, the Heavenly Qin Lady composed herself and began to play.
It was still her signature piece, the Rainbow Feather Robe.
Jun Xiaoyao's slender fingers plucked the strings.
One of the ten great musical pieces, the Guangling Rhapsody!
As the song began, auspicious signs appeared in the heavens, and flowers of the Great Way bloomed.
In the void, fragments of light rained down.
This was the visualization of the Way, causing everyone present to experience a kind of transcendence.
And Jun Xiaoyao, surrounded by immortal radiance, had an aura that was simply too divine, exuding immortal charm.
At this moment, everyone was entranced.
Jun Xiaoyao's performance had already integrated the Way into the music, this was a kind of comprehension and evolution.
It had even transcended the music itself!
Feng Qingling took a deep breath, her crimson eyes filled with shock.
She had just said that if she couldn't defeat the Heavenly Qin Lady, no one in the divine realm could.
But now, hearing this music, even Feng Qingling was spellbound.
This piece far surpassed the Heavenly Qin Lady's Rainbow Feather Robe!
The Heavenly Qin Lady stopped playing, her beautiful eyes dazed.
She could no longer continue playing.
Because what she had played was merely the form.
While Jun Xiaoyao had played the spirit!
If the Way of the Zither had a divine embodiment, it would surely take Jun Xiaoyao's form!
"I've lost," the Heavenly Qin Lady murmured, experiencing feelings she had never known before.
As the song ended, Jun Xiaoyao felt refreshed and invigorated.
He glanced around at his surroundings, where everyone was still lost in the lingering music.
After a long while, these prodigies finally came to their senses, their pupils trembling.
"I concede defeat," the Heavenly Qin Lady actually stood up and gracefully bowed to Jun Xiaoyao.
"Young Lady..." the elderly woman from the Immortal Dance Qin Sect was also greatly surprised.
Their young lady had always been as cold as frost, with a noble temperament.
Let alone bowing to other men, she rarely even looked at them directly.
Seeing this scene, the Third Prince's face turned green.
The young master of Wanbao Trading Association also wore an unsightly expression.
However, being well-experienced, he knew that people like Jun Xiaoyao were absolutely not to be provoked casually.
One wrong move could bring catastrophic disaster.
"Since young master has won, these three hundred celestial source stones rightfully belong to you," the Heavenly Qin Lady was very generous, without any hesitation directly giving Jun Xiaoyao the three hundred celestial source stones.
Seeing this scene, the Third Prince and others looked like they had swallowed flies, their faces turning purple.
It felt like using their own money to support a love rival.
The Heavenly Qin Lady's eyes sparkled with wonder as she looked at Jun Xiaoyao, and after slight hesitation, she still spoke up.
"I have a presumptuous request, I hope to spend the night exchanging zither music with young master."
This mysterious young master before her had outstanding bearing, brilliant talent, could casually produce Ancient Saint Weapons, and clearly had an extraordinary background.
Add to that his transcendent mastery of the zither that even made her willingly concede defeat.
Even though the Heavenly Qin Lady was an ice beauty, at this moment she couldn't help but melt.
Water was flowing freely.
Hearing these words, the Third Prince and others felt even more stifled, their faces alternating between pale and flushed.
Exchanging zither music all night?
Or exchanging romantic feelings all night?
The Third Prince felt increasingly jealous.
Jun Xiaoyao's lips curled into a faint smile.
Things were developing exactly as he had predicted.
The plan could probably be implemented smoothly.
Just as Jun Xiaoyao was about to speak.
A female voice interrupted them.
"I'm very interested in your ancient zither..."