My Aloof Lord Ex-Husband Begs for Remarriage
Chapter 96: The Program of the Land of Smoke and Willows

Chapter 96: Chapter 96: The Program of the Land of Smoke and Willows

Chu Nanli sent Yanyan to Bright Moon Building to deliver a message to Xinlian, asking them to be ready and indicating that when Ye Yunting inspected, she would accompany him in the guise of "Jin Nan".

"Have Xinlian prepare a mask for a man for me. Additionally, let’s not bring Chu Yi along, Prince Residence knows he’s my bodyguard, which might give us away."

"Yes."

After giving her instructions, Yanyan left.

The following day, Chu Nanli left the estate early to go to Bright Moon Building. After changing her attire, she entered the venue with Xinlian and the others.

When she saw the people inside, there was a slight pause in Chu Nanli’s gaze.

She had not expected Lin Fuying to be there as well.

Indeed, this shameful pair shared a "very profound" affection.

Chu Nanli reined in her thoughts and gave a respectful bow, saying, "This one is Jin Nan; I have met the War God."

While speaking, her voice was deliberately lowered. Although there was still a hint of a young man’s clear tone, her true gender could not be discerned.

Ye Yunting detected no anomaly and merely nodded slightly, signaling his men to bring over the program list.

He looked down at it and furrowed his brows.

"Your performance is titled ’Spirit of Character’?"

"Yes."

Ye Yunting’s expression hesitated slightly, and then he examined the program list again before setting it down, turning his head to the waiting subordinate.

"I have vaguely heard that Bright Moon Building belongs to the Land of Smoke and Willows. How come the program from Land of Smoke and Willows is placed at such an important spot at the end?"

The last performance of the show, called the "grand finale," was as important as the opening dance.

Hearing this, Chu Nanli and the girls behind her felt a sinking sensation in their gaze.

The subordinate hesitated before responding, "This subordinate is not sure. The program list was arranged by several officials. However, I speculate that perhaps Bright Moon Building has recently become very popular in Capital City, and since all the girls are artistes, they are highly sought after by scholars and talents, which might have elevated this program."

Ye Yunting’s brows remained knitted, his tone displeased.

"It seems that the customs of Capital City have been deteriorating, anything can be sought after!"

The subordinate trembled, not daring to reply.

The expression under Chu Nanli’s mask turned colder. Just as she was about to speak, she heard Lin Fuying beside her say, "Indeed the present customs are improper, but these girls are innocent. In Yingying’s view, if this program is performed at the Spring Banquet, it is likely to invite reproof from many officials. Instead of allowing the girls to be placed in an awkward position then, it might be better to withdraw the program now and offer some compensation to Jin Nan and the girls—it would be better for everyone."

Ye Yunting furrowed his brow in deep thought.

The two of them had no consideration for the feelings of the gathered Bright Moon Building attendees, their condescending and lofty attitude caused discomfort.

However, at this moment, Xinlian and the others could not afford to be angry, worrying more that their performance might not go on.

Chu Nanli felt the anxious gazes from the girls behind her and said, "There are a few words I want to say."

Ye Yunting lifted his eyes to her. His gaze was indifferent yet oppressive.

Lin Fuying, seeing "his" dignified manner, and also recalling the thriving rumors about Bright Moon Building, began to feel some regret.

If such a person could be turned to her advantage, it would be best.

The words she had just spoken... should have been more tactful, despite her extreme distaste for those sly vixens behind her.

Thinking this, Lin Fuying preemptively spoke up.

"Master Jin Nan can speak directly to the Prince. Do not misunderstand the Prince and Yingying’s words just now. The Prince is responsible for the Spring Banquet, so he will be strict with every performance. Yingying is thinking of the girls, fearing they might get hurt."

Her words were both righteous and incredibly appropriate, easing the discomfort in Ye Yunting’s mind considerably.

However, Chu Nanli was not a man to begin with and wasn’t swayed by the ’green tea’ act.

"Many thanks for Concubine Lin’s kind intention."

After speaking, as if not seeing Lin Fuying’s gentle and soft eyes, she shifted her gaze to Ye Yunting.

"Prince, if ’Spirit of Character’ can appear as the grand finale, it must certainly have its merits. What say we make a bet, Prince?"

"You are very bold."

Ye Yunting scrutinized her with his gaze.

Chu Nanli laughed softly, her eyes showing determination to win.

"If I weren’t bold, how would I dare speak before the War God?"

Ye Yunting snorted lightly and said indifferently, "Let’s hear your thoughts, and I’ll decide if you deserve the chance."

His casual tone caused Chu Nanli to internally roll her eyes.

She really wanted to slap him.

The esteemed War God, so haughty and arrogant, would sooner or later pay a price for his pride.

"The Prince can invite highly respected musicians and dancers from the palace to judge. If they all believe that Bright Moon Building’s performance deserves to be the finale, the Prince must not interfere. If they do not approve, Bright Moon Building will never appear in any palace feast thereafter."

As her words fell, the entire hall was shocked.