The Day Before the Zither Competition

"I was told that if someone could play this zither, they would get to keep it. Is that true?" Yuan asked Senior Zou sometime later.

Senior Zou laughed out loud after seeing Yuan's eyes that were filled with anticipation, and he nodded, "Yes, that's right."

Yuan immediately smiled behind the black jade mask.

"However, before I can give it to you, I want to know at least the face of the person I am giving this treasure to." Senior Zou suddenly narrowed his eyes at Yuan, seemingly suspicious of Yuan's identity.

Yuan nodded his head and removed the black jade mask without hesitation.

Senior Zou's eyes widened with surprise after seeing Yuan's handsome and young face.

'He's much younger than I'd expected! A true prodigy! He's a true prodigy!' Senior Zou cried inwardly.

After a moment of silence, Senior Zou nodded and said, "Very well. The Soul Ensnaring Zither is now yours, young man."