Although the words spoken by Wen Da that day could be considered a reassurance for Qin Xuan, she knew that executing this mission would still be quite challenging.

Who is Liang Wan? In the bustling world of Shanghai, she is a distinguished member of a renowned family. In terms of status and position, she is someone that a small actress like Qin Xuan, who comes from the countryside, can never reach. Qin Xuan initially wanted to gather up the courage to visit her, but then thought better of it, knowing that she would surely be rejected at the door.

Yeah, that's the Liang Mansion over there.

She would consider it a great fortune if she could enter once.

Thinking about it, Qin Xuan sighed helplessly.

How could she forget about that pipa?

This was already the umpteenth time, and Qin Xuan regretfully questioned herself.

That was the only connection between her and Liang Wan.

Every time she thought about it, Qin Xuan wished she could detach her own head and kick it away like a ball.

Could she be any more foolish?

Recently, Mr. Xun, one of the prominent figures at the Xiao Building, fell ill. It seems that his condition is rather severe. Ever since Cao Hai escorted Mr. Zuo away two days ago, Mr. Zuo has not returned.

Zou Ling: "I wonder how Mr. Xun is doing. In fact, she has been ill for quite a while."

While Qin Xuan was still wallowing in self-pity, Zou Ling spoke up.

In these past few days, the relationship between Zou Ling and Qin Xuan has greatly improved.

With just one word, the lingering hostility that was present when we first met had completely dissipated.

After coming to her senses from her own world, Qin Xuan realized that she had been at the brothel for a few days. She had never seen these two well-known individuals before.

Qin Xuan sat down next to Zou Ling and asked, "I heard from the innkeeper that Yan Guanyin and Mr. Xun were partners even when they were in the garden. Not only did the ancestors appreciate their talent, but the two gentlemen were also exceptional themselves. Once they took the stage, they became the focal point. Moreover, they sang 'The Peony Pavilion.' Am I right? Ling'er, have you seen the two of them? What do they look like?"

Having only been here for a few days, she has already gathered quite a few bits of insider information. Zhang Ling chuckled, "You seem to know quite a bit." Taking a sip of tea, Zhang Ling continued, "I've seen them before."

Qin Xuan remained silent.

However, the light in his eyes was impossible to ignore.

Zou Ling rolled his eyes, feeling a bit speechless.

Zou Ling: "When I first arrived, the XIAOLOU, Yan Guanyin, and Mr. Xun were still in the garden. Because Mr. Zuo and Mr. Xun had some old relationship, I followed them into the courtyard. Although Mr. Xun is called 'Mister', she is a woman. Despite her persistent poor health, she possesses a righteous heart and treats people like us, who come from impoverished backgrounds, very well. After getting off the stage, she always buys us some small trinkets. Though she is only a few years older than me, she behaves like an elder."

This should be the first time Qin Xuan has seen Zou Ling with such a gentle expression. Qin Xuan smiled mischievously and leaned close to Zou Ling, teasing, "Ling'er, look at you, tell me the truth, do you like this Mr. Xun?" Seeing that she was not being serious, Zou Ling moved away with disdain and created some distance between them. Then, Qin Xuan asked again, "Speaking of Mr. Xun, what about the Flame Guanyin?"

Zou Ling: "He..."

Zou Ling was stuck.

Zou Ling: "He..."

After hesitating for a long time, Zou Ling didn't manage to say a complete sentence.

And just at this moment, a young man walked in from the doorway. He was wearing a pair of gold-rimmed glasses and appeared to be refined and gentlemanly. However, the smile on his face made Qin Xuan feel a little uneasy.

The smiling young man walked in by himself, first sizing up Qin Xuan from head to toe. Then he turned and said to Zou Ling, "I've been waiting outside the door to see how you would evaluate me to others. Ling'er, am I making it difficult for you to evaluate me like this?"

Zou Ling hurriedly stood up from his chair and walked over to Qin Xuan's side. He lowered his head and emotionlessly greeted, "Mr. Yan, hello."

Qin Xuan was stunned.

Is this smiling face the Flame Guanyin?

What's the deal with those two?

Yan Guanyin: "Recently, I've been idle because of Xuner's illness. I thought Lao Zuo would bring you here. However, I had no choice but to come find you myself."

As she spoke, Yan Guanyin proactively grabbed Zhou Ling's wrist and pulled him closer to her side.

Qin Xuan had initially thought that even she could see that Zou Ling didn't particularly like this Yan Guanyin. According to Zou Ling's temperament, he would definitely push away the hand of this smiling man. However, what surprised her was that he didn't do so until...

The two of them left, and Zou Ling did not put up any resistance.

What's the deal with those two people?" Because she had to follow her teacher to learn acting in the afternoon, Qin Xuan had to sit alone in front of the mirror and do her own makeup. Thinking back to the scene just now, Qin Xuan became more and more curious. She thought that when she returned in the evening, she must ask to clarify things.

She has already regarded Zou Ling as her friend.

She would absolutely not allow her friends to be bullied even in the slightest.

Her friends, she could only bully them herself.

Zou Ling: "You don't need to have such strong enmity towards Qin Xuan, and besides, you shouldn't have come to find me today. Mr. Xun is still sick, and I have to learn acting in the afternoon."

Seated inside the sedan, Zou Ling spoke in a cold, distant tone.

Seeing his expressionless face once again, a hint of displeasure flashed across Yan Guanyin's face. He firmly grasped Zhou Ling's hand and said, "Mr. Xun, Mr. Xun, Ling'er, I have told you before, don't mention her in front of me. It's been a long time, have you forgotten?"

Seeing him like this, Zou Ling didn't speak anymore. He had explained many times before, but over time, he had become too lazy to explain again.

Yan Guanyin: "In your eyes, there can only be me, and no one else."

Yan Guanyin's tone was low and deep.

Yan Guanyin: "Ling'er, I love you."

On the other side, Liang Wan had left the government hall early today. She first returned to Liang Manor, changed into a different outfit, and then picked up the pipa that Qin Xuan had forgotten. She drove alone to the listening tower.

Qin Xuan: "I'm so tired~"

After class, Qin Xuan returned to the backstage room and sat alone in a chair, looking up at the ceiling. Since she was alone, she unabashedly vented her frustrations. Unlike other theaters, the Xinglou was exclusive to VIPs, the cream of the crop. It was not open to the public during ordinary times when there were no guests.

Liang Wan: "Hehe~"

Just as Qin Xuan was stretching her lazy waist to the extreme laziness, a young woman's soft laughter could be heard at the door.

Qin Xuan was startled and sat up straight. She turned around and then completely froze in astonishment.

Because she saw Liang Wan.

Almost in an instant, Qin Xuan's face once again turned red. She quickly stood up from the chair, but due to exerting too much force, her shin hit the leg of the chair. "Oh!" she exclaimed, while bending over to rub her leg. She smiled happily as she looked at Liang Wan, shyly greeting her, "Miss Liang, it's you."

Seeing her comical appearance, Liang Wan simply laughed without saying anything.