Guide to Failing as a Full-Level Green Tea-Chapter 12 - Repaying a Life-Saving Grace

Gu Yunqing spoke irritably, “Do what needs to be done, and you’ll get your reward. Now go back to the banquet.”

Seeing that no one was around, the young man became bolder and grabbed Gu Yunqing’s wrist. “Miss Gu, you are the true beauty, not that so-called First Miss.”

Gu Yunqing shivered in fear. At that moment, Shen Roujia accidentally walked out from the side, looking timid as she lowered her head. “Don’t mind me. Continue, I didn’t see anything.”

Seeing it was Shen Roujia, Gu Yunqing angrily shook off the young man’s hand and hurried to explain, “Roujia, I was just…”

Shen Roujia didn’t give Gu Yunqing a chance to explain and turned to walk towards the side room.

Xiao Fu also returned just in time, making it harder for Gu Yunqing to stop her.

Frustrated, Gu Yunqing stomped her foot and snapped at her maid, “Let’s go back!”

Xiao Fu looked at Shen Roujia, “Your Highness, there’s no need to offend Miss Gu. After all, she is from the General’s Mansion.”

Shen Roujia smiled but said nothing.

This incident triggered Shen Roujia’s memory, making her recall some details about the plot.

Gu Yunqing didn’t manage to harm Gu Zhi, but she did cause some trouble.

Shen Roujia had just seen a familiar figure, the young man who had saved her from a slave trader’s hands.

Even though she was hidden behind Gu Yunqing, her aura and elegance completely surpassed everyone else.

Thus, Shen Roujia guessed that this person must be Gu Zhi.

Since Gu Yunqing wanted to stir up trouble and Shen Roujia needed to repay a favor, she might as well add fuel to the fire to make it burn brighter.

This wouldn’t affect the main plot and might help her avoid some detours.

Just as a group of musicians slowly approached, Shen Roujia gently rubbed her fingers, lost in thought.

At the lively banquet, Xiao Fu leisurely walked to Shen Siqi’s side. “Second Miss, Her Highness is drunk and resting in the west wing.”

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Shen Siqi waved her hand. “Go and watch over her. Don’t let anyone disturb her.”

Xiao Fu seemed a bit hesitant, looking around before whispering something into Shen Siqi’s ear.

Shen Siqi widened her eyes in surprise. “Is that so?”

Xiao Fu looked worried. “Her Highness feels embarrassed and doesn’t want to come back.”

Shen Siqi felt a mix of nervousness and excitement. “I’ll go see my sister.”

Xiao Fu quickly said, “Second Miss, it’s better if you stay here. If someone asks, it’s not good to appear unruly.”

Shen Siqi nodded just as the music stopped.

“Your Highness, I am untalented, but I wish to present a painting at this Spring Banquet,” said Gu Yunqing.

The princess, pleased, ordered someone to display it.

A vivid painting of flowers and butterflies was unfurled, showing Gu Yunqing’s top-tier painting skills in the capital.

If only her heart were as good as her art.

As people admired the painting, some began to present their own gifts, with a few bold girls performing their talents.

Taking the opportunity, the princess recalled Gu Zhi’s existence. “That must be the General’s daughter.”

Gu Zhi stood up and bowed gracefully.

After a round of greetings, a few girls cast disdainful glances at Gu Zhi, deliberately saying, “Second Miss Gu is talented in both arts and skills. The eldest Miss Gu must be equally impressive.”

Gu Zhi pressed her lips together, while Gu Yunqing smiled more deeply. “My elder sister is much more skilled than I am.”

The princess, intrigued by the tense atmosphere, said, “Oh? Now I’m curious.”

Gu Zhi stepped forward. “Your Highness, I lack talents. Following my father around for years, all I can present is a set of sword skills.”

The princess, with a motherly look, seemed to show concern. “Since you’re here, enjoy yourself. Someone, help her change into appropriate attire.”

Gu Zhi clenched her fists and bowed.

In the Zhou Dynasty, martial skills were not favored, and Gu Zhi’s actions wouldn’t earn her any points, instead making her seem vulgar.

Aware of this, Gu Zhi knew the princess enjoyed such spectacles. In her second life, Gu Zhi understood the importance of caution and strategy to avoid her family’s downfall again.

At this moment, a knock came at the door.

Gu Zhi, puzzled, asked, “Who is it?”

There was no answer, just another knock.

Gu Zhi cautiously opened the door.

A veiled girl holding a qin stood outside. “Miss, I’m here to help you.”

Gu Zhi frowned, “Did Gu Yunqing send you? I don’t need help.”

The girl laughed, “Have you forgotten?”

She lifted the veil, revealing a sly smile like a little fox. “I’m here to repay your life-saving grace.”

Gu Zhi stared at the girl in shock. “It’s you.”

Shen Roujia pushed Gu Zhi back into the room. “I’ll play the qin for you. Don’t worry about anything else.”

Gu Zhi still couldn’t believe it. “But, but you are…”

“Call me Jiao Niang when we’re out, or pretend not to know me. I’ll find a way to leave,” Shen Roujia said, placing a finger on her lips.

Gu Zhi, cautious of others, found Shen Roujia’s natural charm and kindness hard to resist. “Thank you.”

Shen Roujia, small in stature, remained inconspicuous behind Gu Zhi until the qin’s strings sounded.

Gu Zhi drew her sword, and a fierce melody echoed through the air, entwining with the sword’s movements, evoking a tearful sense of grandeur.

The music shifted, blending softness and strength, telling a tale of battles and longing for home.

When it ended, the audience felt the warmth of spring and the melting of ice.