From cannon fodder villain to beloved heroine

Following the sound of the zither, everyone looked and saw a young man dressed in a moon-white brocade robe sitting upright in front of an ancient zither.

He had striking features, a refined and elegant demeanor, and every gesture he made exuded grace and composure.

Long, slender fingers plucked the strings, each note seemingly imbued with life, leaping through the air, melodious and captivating, like a mountain spring or birdsong in the forest, enchanting the listener.

This young master was like a celestial being descended to earth, so handsome that no one dared to look directly at him, and even the air was filled with an aura of nobility and elegance.

Yan Rugo looked at the mysterious young man who had suddenly appeared and her heart tightened. Who was this person?

This visitor seems ill-intentioned; this sudden music is likely a trap.

She frowned slightly, a hint of worry flashing across her delicate face. This situation was a bit out of control.

She's not some well-bred young lady who's proficient in all the arts, like music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Her musical skills are only at a "basic" level. If you asked her to use the zither to compose poetry, wouldn't she be mortified on the spot?

No, we have to find a way!

People around them started talking, curious about the identity of this uninvited guest, and some even began to look forward to a good show.

Just as Yan Rugo was feeling uneasy, a pair of warm hands grasped hers.

She turned her head and saw the male lead, Xu, looking at her with a firm gaze, full of encouragement and trust, as if saying, "Don't be afraid, I'm here." Yan Rugo felt a warmth in her heart, an inexplicable sense of security welled up inside her, and her cheeks flushed slightly. This male lead is just too good at this.

The noble ladies around them covered their mouths and chuckled at the sight, their eyes scanning back and forth between the two with ambiguous glances. The atmosphere between the two was truly suggestive!

Even those usually serious young masters from noble families couldn't help but take a few more glances. Who said Miss Yan was a good-for-nothing?

Look at how popular and charming he is! He's absolutely amazing!

The mysterious young man, with a slight upturn at the corners of his mouth and a hint of amusement in his dark eyes, said slowly and deliberately, "Miss Yan's poetic talent is truly amazing. Would you be so kind as to accompany her with a piece of music on the zither, so that we may broaden our horizons?"

"Great!" Madam Qin clapped enthusiastically and said, "In that case, we are all very much looking forward to Miss Yan's wonderful performance." Everyone agreed, they were determined to enjoy this juicy gossip.

Listening to the cacophony of voices around her, Yan Rugo felt even more uncertain. What was all this about?

Just when she was about to give up, a clear, cold voice rang in her ear, "In that case, Miss Yan, please enlighten me." Yan Rugo took a deep breath and calmed the turmoil in her heart.

She certainly doesn't know anything about playing the piano, but she has a system!

Sure enough, the system had already thoughtfully prepared a solution for her.

A slight smile played on her lips, revealing a confident expression.

She cleared her throat, looked around, and spoke calmly with a hint of barely perceptible arrogance, "Since you are in such a refined mood, then this humble woman will make a fool of herself." She slowly began to recite: "Clouds remind me of her clothes, flowers of her face; the spring breeze caresses the balustrade, the dew is heavy. If not seen on the Jade Mountain, she will be met under the moon on the Jade Terrace."

Her voice was clear and melodious, like pearls falling on a jade plate, each word carrying a unique charm, which complemented the melodious piano music, creating a surprisingly harmonious effect.

Everyone was deeply moved by the imagery of her poem, as if they were in a misty mountain, feeling the gentle spring breeze and the delicate beauty of the flowers. For a moment, they even forgot to breathe.

At that moment, the entire hall was silent, with only the lingering charm of the poetry echoing in the air for a long time.

Yan Rugo proved herself once again with her strength, silencing all those who were waiting to see her fail.

When everyone came to their senses, exclamations of amazement rose and fell, praising Yan Rugo's talent. Those who had previously been prejudiced against her were now ashamed.

At this moment, she had become the focus of the entire event; her radiance was undeniable.

During the break at the poetry recital, Xu, the male protagonist, pulled Yan Rugo to a corner of the side hall.

The light was dim and the surroundings were quiet.

The male protagonist's deep eyes were fixed on Yan Rugo, as if he wanted to absorb her into the depths of his soul.

He reached out and gently stroked her cheek with his fingertips, the gentle friction of his fingertips sending a shiver down her spine.

Yan Rugo's heart raced uncontrollably, her cheeks instantly turning as red as ripe apples. She lowered her eyes slightly, not daring to look him in the eye, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, making her look incredibly cute.

The atmosphere between the two was extremely ambiguous, as if the air itself had become thick and sticky, so thick that it was impossible to separate them.

The quiet environment accentuated the emotions flowing between them—a sweet, unspoken connection, tinged with a hint of sensual desire.

“Ru Ge…” Xu’s voice was deep and magnetic, like a feather gently brushing against her ear.

Just as Yan Rugo was about to speak, she noticed that the male lead Xu's gaze suddenly turned to the distance, and a strange emotion seemed to appear in his eyes...

Just then, Young Master Hua suddenly emerged from the crowd, his gaze icy as he looked at Yan Rugo, a mocking smile playing on his lips, interrupting her steps.

Yan Rugo's heart skipped a beat, and she couldn't help but frown, watching him warily, wondering to herself: What is this Young Master Hua up to now?