Chapter 149 (1/2)
Chapter 149
Chapter: 149 out of 513 – You’re a gorgeous and n.o.ble flower in the mortal world (2)
The long, white dancing sleeves fluttered in the air. The simple sash accentuated Wen Wan’s supple waist that resembled a willow tree. She was only wearing one white jade hairpin. With her white clothes, she resembled a celestial immortal that had descended from the Nine Heavens. She stood on her tiptoes and started dancing in the gra.s.sy area.
Ji Man thought Wen Wan’s method in regaining Ning Yuxuan’s interest was quite clever. Wen Wan had been sick for a long time, but Marquis Moyu had only visited her a few times without staying overnight. But today was a good opportunity. The weather was nice and everyone was in a good mood. By coming here to dance, she swept away his impression of her past period of depression and made Marquis Moyu’s eyes brighten in interest again.
Men were visual animals to begin with. Everyone in the courtyard stopped talking to silently watch Wen Wan’s dance.
From far away, the sound of traditional Chinese musical instruments floated over to accompany Wen Wan. Dancing to the tune of the music, Wen Wan softly sang,
“In the celestial immortal gardens, we listen to the heavenly music of the emperor.
Who knows how many times we have listen to these songs?
How can it be compared to the human world, one song of “Plucking Lotus” newly pa.s.sed down?
Willow waist is lithe; oriole tongue warbles.
Being carefree in the misty wave, who would restrain me?
However, the celestial steps have already urged the departure and return.
Ride on the colorful simurgh, with lotus slanting and looking.
We wish year after year that we could accompany this banquet.”
(T/N: Translation of the song was taken from here with a few minor modifications. They’re the last lines in Lotus Plucking Dance. Here’s a video of the dance that Wen Wan performed /watch?v=luFQ76uNJvo.)
Hearing this wonderful singing voice, as well as the feeling of looking at a distant, untouchable celestial immortal, it reminded Ning Yuxuan of the moment when he had first felt tempted by Wen Wan. At the time, he had gone along with her willful behavior of wanting to go to a brothel with him and he had seen her perform this same dance on the stage. Although her behavior was very improper, her dance could conquer a man’s heart.
Watching this dance brought the memories that had almost been forgotten.
Ji Man looked at Ning Yuxuan. Just by looking at his eyes, she could tell that the female lead had succeeded.
She hadn’t expected that Wen Wan would be able to think of this tactic. Originally, she had thought Wen Wan would only gradually use up Ning Yuxuan’s love for her. Surprisingly, Wen Wan had become smart and used a wonderful memory to arouse a man’s heart.
After the dance, Wen Wan didn’t say a single word. She saluted Ning Yuxuan and left. She seemed as if she had only come here for him. She didn’t even look at the third prince.
After Marquis Moyu returned to his senses, he saluted third prince and said, “Wan-er was rude. Yuxuan apologizes on her behalf.”
After Marquis Moyu returned to his senses, he saluted third prince and said, “Wan-er was rude. Yuxuan apologizes on her behalf.”
“It’s fine.” The third prince’s smile had dimmed. “This woman can be considered rare. She actually knows how to sing an entertainer’s song.” These words held the intention of belittling Wen Wan.
Marquis Moyu pursed his lips and didn’t respond.
(T/N: Just in case it doesn’t make sense, the third prince isn’t complimenting Wen Wan. He’s putting her on the same level as Mu Shuiqing, who was an entertainer at a brothel before she was given to Marquis Moyu.)
The previously comfortable atmosphere suddenly stiffened.