[Traditional historical romance. No transmigration, no rebirth. They choose each other; no rivalry between women.]
Xie Yuanshu once wandered freely among the mountains, rivers, lakes, and streams, until he watched his father hang himself before his very eyes. The peace of the Xie household was shattered forever. He never imagined that one day he would meet Qin Qiyue.
When they first met, Qin Qiyue’s performance of “Moon over Loulan” dazzled the entire audience. Only Xie Yuanshu sat there with a faintly mocking smile and said to her:
“Rosewood for the back, ebony for the body. Miss Qin’s pipa is certainly top quality. What a pity that only an ox-bone bridge would make it truly exceptional.”
Qin Qiyue showed no sign of anger or delight. She merely replied lightly:
“Before succeeding to the position of Shaofu, I imagine Young Master Xie was quite the romantic scholar himself.”
Although it is short, it is concise and clear. The author's writing skills are remarkable. The characters of the male and female protagonists are not pretentious. It is not bad. You can read it.