212: The beautiful blind musician! Xue Songguan, the amnesiac!

Chapter 211: The Beautiful Blind Zither Player! The Amnesiac Xue Songguan!

Among the seven commanderies of Sha Province, four were in the hands of the Fan People and Hu people.

The Gui Han Army was determined to reclaim lost territory, but the three commanderies of Sha Province lacked the strength.

Therefore, with the support of Xu Xiao, these people pushed the Gui Han Army out of the three commanderies.

Zhang Yichao, a man of iron will, deeply disdained these people who merely clung to survival with no grand ambitions.

When Huang Boren and others saw Zhang Yichao, their hearts were filled with unease.

In the Northwest, who didn't know Zhang Yichao?

A Zhi Xuan Realm general, his prestige and ability were top-notch!

Another Zhuge Liang also appeared extraordinary, with a commanding Aura in his every gesture.

These people were even more impressed by Li Cunxiao, the Vajra Realm killing god.

Beside King of Tang Li Chang'an, there truly were hidden Dragons and crouching tigers!

Li Chang'an unceremoniously took the main seat; from now on, Li Chang'an would be in charge of Sha Province.

He scanned the room; all eight Families of Jinchang Commandery had sent representatives.

Whether they were official Families or merchant Families, none were absent.

These people were very clever; they had witnessed Li Chang'an's style that afternoon.

If they hadn't come to this banquet, their heads would likely be hanging on the city gates tomorrow.

Huang Boren knelt respectfully before Li Chang'an, his tone exceedingly deferential.

“Your Highness, King of Tang, today's events are all due to this official's incompetence!”

“The captain who offended Your Highness today has already had his entire Family executed!”

“I beg Your Highness to temporarily quell your thunderous wrath!”

All the officials and merchants simultaneously raised their cups to apologize.

Li Chang'an curled his lip, using someone as a shield, why bother?

My Li Chang'an's blade, I fear, cannot be stopped by a mere captain.

“What happened during the day is in the past.”

“This King only hopes that all of you can diligently govern Sha Province and share this King's burdens!”

“Let's turn the page on unpleasant matters.”

Hearing Li Chang'an say this, everyone's mood relaxed considerably.

“We respectfully obey Your Highness's teachings!”

The atmosphere of the banquet was no longer as tense as it had been at the start.

Everyone successively toasted Li Chang'an and the other two.

Li Chang'an and Zhuge Liang each took a casual sip.

Zhang Yichao was the most peculiar; he didn't drink a single cup when officials and merchants toasted him.

Even when Huang Boren toasted him, he didn't even lift his head.

Instead, he drank cup after cup himself, thoroughly enjoying it!

Mainly because he had been imprisoned by the Fan People before and then marched with Li Chang'an, he hadn't had a drink in a long time.

After three rounds of drinks, Huang Boren immediately called out the song and dance troupe.

Subsequently, a team of lightly clad dancers ascended the stage.

Li Chang'an merely glanced at them and looked away.

Their looks were ordinary!

“Zheng!”

Suddenly, zither music resonated!

With a single note, Li Chang'an immediately sensed something unusual.

The person playing the zither actually possessed cultivation.

However, it seemed her cultivation wasn't very high.

Li Chang'an looked up and saw a peerless beauty sitting gracefully before him.

She was positioned sideways, less than ten feet from Li Chang'an.

Her fair and delicate profile, her small and elegant nose, were as smooth and white as porcelain.

The woman wore a white gauze dress, her figure slender and alluring, her delicate arms as white as snow.

Especially from the side, her neck was long, her abdomen flat, and her breasts proud.

Yet, the woman's Face appeared pure and lovely, like a Fairy descended to the mortal world.

The only flaw was that the peerless beauty's eyes were covered with silk, indicating she was blind.

Name: Xue Songguan

Age: 21 years old

Realm: Martial Artist First Rank · Zhi Xuan Realm Peak (severely injured and amnesiac)

Talent: Martial Dao (First Rank), Assassination (Second Rank), Arts (First Rank)

Abilities: Zither Skill (First Rank), Assassination (First Rank), Zither Art (First Rank)... Emotion: 10

Xue Songguan!

One of the ten Devil Heads of Northern Mang!

Second on the world's assassin ranking!

Her Zhi Xuan Realm zither music could kill Buddhist Vajra Realm experts!

Of course, against a Martial Artist Great Vajra like Li Chang'an, Xue Songguan was helpless.

Hong Shu had mentioned multiple times that Xue Songguan was the one sent to replace her to kill Li Chang'an and Xu Weibear.

The blind zither player Xue Songguan was the top assassin of Tianxiang Tower!

However, even Hong Shu didn't know why Tianxiang Tower hadn't sent anyone to kill Li Chang'an after Hong Shu's Assassination attempt failed.

There was no killing intent in this zither music at all.

She was simply playing the zither.

It seemed Xue Songguan was severely injured or had been restrained.

Therefore, she couldn't carry out the Assassination mission.

The current Xue Songguan was absolutely incapable of killing Li Chang'an.

The officials and merchants present had their attention captivated by this zither girl.

Xue Songguan's beauty completely overshadowed the lightly clad dancers.

Seeing Li Chang'an staring at Xue Songguan, Huang Boren's heart ached.

“Your Highness! This woman's name is Qing'er.”

“I met her by chance; at the time, she was homeless, so I brought her back to my wife's music hall.”

“Coincidentally, Qing'er's zither skills are superb, and my wife also adores her.”

Li Chang'an smiled, listening to Huang Boren's half-true, half-false words.

“Your Highness...”

“My wife had a granny check, and Qing'er is still a virgin.”

“Although offering a blind woman is truly impolite.”

“But Qing'er's beauty is truly one in ten thousand!”

“Such a stunning beauty is perfect for Your Highness!”

Li Chang'an frowned; why was Huang Boren acting just like Wang Linquan?

Seeing Li Chang'an still not speaking, Huang Boren pressed further.

“Your Highness, my wife has already discussed it with Qing'er.”

“She is willing to follow Your Highness without complaint.”

Li Chang'an knew that even if Xue Songguan wanted to kill him, she would never collude with someone like Huang Boren.

A woman of such proud and aloof temperament and formidable martial arts would disdain such an act.

If what Huang Boren said was true, then Xue Songguan was severely injured and had amnesia.

Therefore, she believed herself to be an ordinary woman who merely possessed martial arts.

Otherwise, these matters couldn't be explained.

“Since Lord Huang has gone to such trouble, this King cannot refuse.”

Zhuge Liang looked at Huang Boren with pity; this foolish Prefect was still smiling.

The last person who successfully offered a beauty, Wang Linquan, already had several feet of grass on his grave.

When the music paused, Huang Boren immediately called out.

“Qing'er, come quickly and greet His Highness, King of Tang!”

Xue Songguan's body suddenly trembled, then she gracefully rose.

Supported by a maid, Xue Songguan came before Li Chang'an and bowed deeply.

“This concubine, Qing'er, greets Your Highness.”

“I am blind due to illness, Your Highness... please do not mind.”

It seemed that after her amnesia, Xue Songguan felt somewhat guilty about her blindness.

Huang Boren asked again, “Qing'er, are you willing to follow His Highness?”

Xue Songguan replied, “This concubine is a useless person, and I feel ashamed.”

“If Your Highness is willing to take me in, this concubine has no way to repay you.”

Li Chang'an reached out and directly pulled Xue Songguan into his embrace.

Her soft, fragrant body shyly hid in Li Chang'an's arms.

Xue Songguan's voice was delicate and soft, not at all sounding like an assassin.

“Your Highness, this concubine is blind...”

Her voice trembled slightly; it seemed she was very concerned about her blindness.

After losing her memory, she had instead reverted to her most innocent self.

“Qing'er, once you follow this King, do not mention your blindness again.”

“Since you are to be this King's woman, this King will naturally help you cure your eyes.”

Hearing Li Chang'an's words, Xue Songguan's Face flushed, and she was deeply moved.

Li Chang'an chuckled inwardly; taking advantage of the female Devil Head's innocence to tease her thoroughly was quite amusing.

The officials and merchants of Sha Province, seeing such a peerless beauty given to Li Chang'an, were all filled with envy.

Huang Boren himself, however, felt as if his heart was being twisted by a knife!

He had kept her hidden, and had even convinced his original wife to take Xue Songguan as a concubine.

His original wife, seeing Xue Songguan was sensible, well-behaved, and a blind person who wouldn't cause trouble, was also very satisfied.

After all, taking a concubine for her beauty, rather than messing around outside, having a peerless concubine was not bad at all.

Huang Boren had no idea that if he truly took Xue Songguan as a concubine, he would be marrying a ticking time bomb.

Should Xue Songguan ever regain her memory, she would surely kill his entire Family.

After Xue Songguan lost her memory, she subconsciously believed herself to be an ordinary woman.

So, she didn't object to becoming Huang Boren's concubine.

Later, when asked to follow a young King, she had even fewer objections.

What thoughts could an ordinary woman in a chaotic world have?

Moreover, the current Xue Songguan had no idea how beautiful she was.

Feeling Li Chang'an's young voice and firm chest, her Face couldn't help but turn crimson.

“Thank Your Highness for not disdaining me; Qing'er is willing to follow Your Highness.”

Li Chang'an embraced Xue Songguan, and they shared a cup of wine.

Everyone congratulated in unison, “Congratulations, Your Highness, on gaining another beauty!”

The banquet continued, and the singing and dancing persisted.

But Li Chang'an's thoughts were entirely on Xue Songguan.

This amnesiac female assassin was indeed lovely and pitiful; a slight tease would make her Face flush with shyness.

Huang Boren and the others exchanged glances and smiled, thinking this young King had fallen for it!

Li Chang'an feigning to be captivated by Xue Songguan's beauty was, of course, to lull Huang Boren and the others into a false sense of security.

Their goal was nothing more than to offer a beauty, then have Li Chang'an continue to protect their status in Sha Province.

Officials would continue to be officials, and merchants would continue to make money.

Ideally, there would be no disruptions, and officials would remain in place, which best served everyone's interests.

However, Li Chang'an wanted a Sha Province controlled by his own people.

He wanted Sha Province to serve as a base to contend against Northern Mang and Xu Xiao.

Relying on these people present was definitely not an option.

So, Li Chang'an had already made up his mind.

Xue Songguan was definitely to be taken in.

But maintaining these people's interests? No way!

Accepting gifts but not acting on them was not impossible.

As long as one's own strength was sufficient, it was entirely feasible!

Of course, Xue Songguan herself was charming and lovely, making her irresistible.

And the amnesiac Xue Songguan, believing her beauty had attracted the King, was naturally overjoyed.

After three rounds of drinks, Huang Boren began his formal probing.

“Your Highness, this official would like to ask a question.”

“Your Highness is guarding Sha Province; what are your current plans?”

As these words fell, the entire hall fell silent.

High-ranking officials and the eight great Families came here all to ask this question.

Once Li Chang'an made his decision and the announcements were issued, it would be too late.

They all hoped to exert some influence before Li Chang'an made his decision.

Xu Xiao, and most of the people present, wished to maintain the status quo.

Li Chang'an gently breathed into Xue Songguan's ear.

“Qing'er, how about serving me tonight?”

Xue Songguan's Face turned crimson, and she tightly clutched Li Chang'an's collar.

She buried her head in Li Chang'an's chest, too shy to even breathe deeply.

“This concubine... it's all up to Your Highness.”

Her voice was as thin as a mosquito's buzz, and her body trembled slightly.

It would be quite amusing when this female assassin recovered her memory later.

Everyone was quiet, only Li Chang'an and Xue Songguan were intimately flirting.

Li Chang'an acted as if no one else was present, utterly unrestrained.

By this point, Huang Boren had a bad premonition.

Even if he were truly smitten by a beauty, why would he lose his composure to such an extent?

As it was now, it was probably not Li Chang'an losing his composure.

Rather, this young King wanted to appear disdainful!

Huang Boren suddenly felt a headache; this Li Chang'an was not easy to deal with!

Xue Songguan clung tightly to Li Chang'an, not letting him see her Face again.

Since he couldn't tease the beauty, Li Chang'an began to tease these old gentlemen.

“Lord Huang, this King was just about to discuss this matter with you.”

Huang Boren's heart stirred, both nervous and expectant.

He had already accepted the beauty, so there was no need to cause trouble, right?

We can pay tribute to you every month!

Li Chang'an said, “This King made a secret visit to the city today and discovered that Lord Huang has indeed worked tirelessly.”

“Lord Huang is already overwhelmed; why not yield your position to this King's military advisor?”

“My military advisor, Zhuge Liang, possesses great talent for stabilizing the nation and securing the country!”

“As for Lord Huang, you should retire to your hometown early!”

As these words fell, everyone was stunned!

Huang Boren's Face flushed; he swallowed twice, utterly unable to grasp Li Chang'an's strategy.

Accepting gifts but not acting on them, you truly are skilled!

In front of so many people, you're trampling this Prefect's Face!

The other officials were also terrified, completely confused by the situation.

Zhang Yichao laughed heartily alone, clearly delighted by this unexpected turn of events.

He had thought that no matter how aggressive Li Chang'an was, he would still save some Face for these officials.

But, he never expected.

Li Chang'an was directly slapping them in the Face!

“Hahaha! Your Highness is right!”

“This Huang Boren, it's about time he was replaced!”

Huang Boren still held a glimmer of hope, “Your Highness, you must be joking.”

Li Chang'an said, “Absolutely true!”

Huang Boren slammed the table with a bang!

“Your Highness!”

“This official was appointed by the imperial court; if you wish to remove me, please submit a memorial to Your Majesty!”

With that table slam, several experts sprang out from behind Huang Boren.

Among them, there were also two First Rank experts.

They came prepared; he didn't know if they were Xu Xiao's people or his own.

Huang Boren certainly didn't dare to engage in a public fight; he lacked the courage to commit insubordination.

He was afraid Li Chang'an wouldn't hold back and would kill him on the spot.

“Things have come to this; what more is there to say!”

“These three commanderies of Sha Province are not for Your Highness to control single-handedly!”

“This official will return to his residence first and await the imperial decree of dismissal!”

After speaking, Huang Boren, with his retinue of guards, was about to rush out the door.

Li Cunxiao, like an iron tower, was already waiting at the entrance with his great saber.

Huang Boren said, “Your Highness, are you going to forcibly detain this official?!”

Li Chang'an said, “No, this King merely hopes you will voluntarily submit a memorial, yielding both the Provincial Governor and Prefect positions to Zhuge Liang.”

Huang Boren thought of the powerful Northern Liang behind him, and of Han Laoshan hidden in the shadows, and a surge of boldness filled his heart!

“Absolutely impossible!”

This shout was so loud it shook the heavens, even Xue Songguan, nestled in Li Chang'an's arms, couldn't help but prick up her ears.

Then, there was a crisp sound!

Huang Boren's head instantly flew up, then landed in the center of the stage!

A banquet of death, blood splattered on the spot!