Adopted Husband.

Summary

After the Mid-Autumn Festival, Jiang Ning City experienced a brief period of clear weather before becoming overcast. The autumn wind added a sense of desolation to the city, yet life continued as usual with bustling streets, clear river waters, and lively tea houses. Recent events, particularly the debut of the song "Water Melody" and Kang Xian's reprimand at the Poetry Society, became popular topics of discussion. Speculation surrounded the identity of the lyricist, with names like Su Fu and Ning Yi mentioned, but doubts lingered about the poem's authenticity and the motivations behind its creation. Rumors about Ning Yi's marriage into the Su family and the beauty of Tan Er sparked further gossip, with societal norms questioning a man’s choice to marry into a merchant family. Despite the skepticism, admiration for "Water Melody" grew, and it was expected to achieve significant acclaim in the Mid-Autumn poetry competition. In the Golden Wind Pavilion, a teacher named Yun Zhu was approached by her students to teach them "Water Melody." As they discussed the poem's background, they expressed their desire to learn it. Yun Zhu, initially unaware of the poem's popularity, soon recognized its significance. She guided the girls in playing and singing the piece, and their performance showcased a harmony that rivaled the best in the pavilion, highlighting the poem's emotional depth and musical beauty.

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