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Chapter 19: The Fifth Most Handsome Man Quietly Watches the Battle

After a series of shocking bets and bombardments, the competition finally began.

Qiu Ziyue from the Valley of Passion is the most anticipated name in this competition.

If the viewers are not mistaken, today's final battle will also take place in one of the four valleys: the Valley of Heartbreak, the Valley of Passion, the Valley of Empty Love, and the Valley of Resentment.

On the stands, there was another highlight: Yangzhou is not only a beautiful city, but also a place known for its handsome men.

In recent years, a unique custom has been circulating in Yangzhou City—every year, the city's residents vote to select the five most handsome men.

It is said that the selection of the five most handsome men was initiated by Yang Xingmi after he came to Yangzhou.

When Yang Xingmi was the military governor of Huainan, the amount of silk he bestowed upon his officers and soldiers was no more than a few feet and a few hundred coins.

They were able to live frugally and suffice for their needs, never holding banquets except for official ones, and they were able to pacify and pacify displaced people, reduce taxes and levies, and within a few years, both the public and private sectors became wealthy.

He believes this historic city is famous for its beautiful scenery and rich cultural heritage.

The people here are simple and honest, love life, and have an extreme pursuit of beauty.

Therefore, he would hold a selection event every few years, which not only showcased male charm but also promoted cultural exchange within Yangzhou.

At this moment, four renowned handsome men, Yin Lihen, Qi Yuxuan, Chu Yujue and Mu Guangcheng, gathered together and sat in a dazzling spot in the stands.

Their gazes cut through the bustling crowd, all focused on the upcoming musical duel.

Many female onlookers, many of whom came from official or merchant families, also gathered at the scene.

They kept glancing in their direction, some even throwing them flirty glances.

In fact, many female viewers don't care who wins or loses an award; they just pay a high price to see the four handsome men.

It is said that some female spectators waited from day to night just to watch them.

The fifth most handsome man, Lu Yuanchangming, is because he doesn't like crowds.

He often travels around sightseeing and his whereabouts are unpredictable, but he did not show his face in a crowded place at this moment.

Lu Yuanchangming still heard about this year's Qin-Sword Competition.

Lu Yuan and Changming had heard the rumors about Qiu Ziyue.

Everyone said Qiu Ziyue was a good-for-nothing, but he saw Qiu Ziyue's true face.

He was amazed by Qiu Ziyue's stunning beauty and admired her courage in making that bet.

He believed that no woman in the world would dare to gamble like that.

No woman would dare to confidently promise to win first place in front of so many people.

This Lu Yuanchangming possesses an exceptionally beautiful face, unparalleled in the world, as if he stepped out of a painting, untouched by the dust of the world.

That night, he broke with tradition and left his secluded place, quietly stepping into the grand event of the zither and sword duel.

He was dressed in an elegant long robe, and his steps were light, as if he were walking on the wind.

They cleverly avoided the crowd and chose a spot that was neither conspicuous nor lacked a clear view of the game.

Although the surrounding area was bustling with noise, the corner where he was located seemed to have become a unique tranquil zone because of his aura.

The disciples of the four valleys—the Valley of Passion, the Valley of Heartbreak, the Valley of Empty Love, and the Valley of Resentment—possess an ethereal and otherworldly charm.

Their arrival instantly made them the focus of everyone's attention, and the air was filled with anticipation and curiosity.

As the chieftain's resounding voice rang out, the highlight of the zither and sword competition—the zither skills contest—officially began.

The first musician to take the stage was a gentle woman from the water towns of Jiangnan.

Her piano music, as gentle as a drizzle, flowed into everyone's heart, opening this feast for the eyes and ears.

This year's theme is "Dreaming with the Piano," requiring participants to create vivid scenes through the sounds of the piano.

It tests not only technical skills, but also the ability to control and innovate musical emotions.

Then, a variety of musical skills were performed, including the rugged war songs of the northern frontier and the serene bamboo forest tunes of the south.

Each musician interpreted their understanding and love for music in their own way, and the atmosphere at the event gradually reached its climax.

As the competition intensified, renowned martial arts schools such as Heartless Valley, Empty Love Valley, and Resentful Love Valley, along with several masters from the common people, took turns appearing on stage.

Each possessing unique skills, they gathered on the shores of the vast and misty Slender West Lake, where they embarked on an unprecedented musical duel on a magnificent stage built on the water, leaving everyone in awe.

With a starting note, the music began, and several masters displayed their skills.

Qi Yushuang, who came from the water towns of Jiangnan and was Qi Yuxuan's junior sister, was famous for her song "Fisherman's Song at Dusk".

Her piano playing was like tranquil moonlight spilling across the river, gentle yet tinged with melancholy, as if it could evoke the deepest memories in people's hearts.

She wore a white dress, her long hair flowing, and held a guqin in her hand, looking like a fairy who had stepped out of a painting.

The audience was stunned, especially Qi Yuxuan, who stared at his fiancée with deep affection.

His gaze was penetrating to the heart, no longer containing any outsiders or things.

Next up is a folk musician from the northern frontier.

He was adept at using the sound of the zither to simulate the grandeur of the battlefield; his rendition of "Eighteen Songs of a Nomad Flute" was deeply moving.

He was dressed in animal skin clothing, stood upright like a pine tree, and the guqin in his hands seemed to transform into a sharp longsword.

The sound of the zither was powerful and majestic.

It made the audience feel as if they were on a battlefield with swords and spears.

The third one is Liu Mengdie from the Valley of Resentment.

Her piano playing is unique, capable of depicting the changing seasons and the growth of all things through her music.

Today, she chose to sing "Spring River Flower Moon Night".

Under the sound of the zither, flowers bloom and wither, the moon rises and sets, and all things revive, making people feel refreshed and happy, as if the whole spring has been incorporated into the strings of the zither.

Liu Mengdie's piano playing is gentle yet resilient, like a stream flowing quietly under the night sky, captivating the listener.

Next, the fourth performer, Zhao Wanqing from Kongqing Valley, played a zither that was like a raging storm, with images of iron horses and icy rivers entering a dream, shaking the soul of every listener.

Just like her fiery temper, a fire burned in people's hearts, never extinguished.

Several piano notes, each with a different style, presented the audience with a magnificent musical panorama.

The audience held their breath, afraid of missing a single note.

The musicians were sweating, but they also enjoyed this rare musical exchange and interaction.

In their eyes, there is only the instrument, the sound, and respect for their opponent.

Finally, after several pieces were played, the entire shore of Slender West Lake fell into a brief silence, followed by thunderous applause.

In this battle without gunfire, several musicians demonstrated the boundless charm and inclusiveness of music.

This added a significant chapter to the musical competition, becoming a much-talked-about story in later years.

With such exceptional musical skills displayed by several musicians, how Qiu Ziyue will defeat these top-tier musicians remains a mystery.

The four handsome men, dignitaries, and other audience members below the stage applauded and cheered.

As each person took the stage one by one, Qiu Ziyue was scheduled to appear last.

Qiu Ziyue represented the Valley of Passion in the battle, and she slowly walked onto the piano platform.

Facing Qi Yuxuan and countless spectators around her, she felt surprisingly calm.

In modern times, Qiu Ziyue frequently participates in folk music competitions at the school, provincial, municipal, and even national levels.

Through countless stage performances, she learned how to remain calm and confident under pressure and developed the ability to stay composed on stage.

"Twilight Sparkle, you are truly our pride!"

The homeroom teacher said excitedly after a competition:

"Your performance is not only technically superb, but also deeply emotional, captivating the audience."

She competed against top musicians from all over the country in national folk music competitions.

These competitions are not only larger in scale, but also more competitive.

But thanks to her years of experience and tireless efforts, she is still able to show her best self on stage.

Ultimately, she won the national first prize.

If it weren't for an accident, she might have become a highly regarded young musician by now.

The encouragement from her teachers, the cheers from her classmates, and the care from her parents made her miss modern society, but she couldn't go back.

However, at this moment, she has to fight a desperate battle in ancient times, all for that absurd last wish of Tao Ling'er.

To find out what happens next, please read the next chapter.