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The piece Song Yuwei played this time was the ancient piece "Sunset Flute and Drum" that Lin Feng had repaired and completed for her.

This piece is best performed on the pipa, emphasizing gentle dynamics and a soothing rhythm, fully expressing a tender and graceful artistic conception.

Although it was her first time performing this piece, Song Yuwei perfectly grasped its essence.

The pipa employs a continuous series of techniques, including "long tremolo," "harmonics," and "vibrato," creating a melodious and graceful tune.

Lin Feng closed his eyes and listened quietly, as if he were there, standing on the banks of the rippling river, quietly admiring the stunning view of the sunset reflecting on the great river.

The piece "Sunset Flute and Drum" is divided into three parts, corresponding to the twilight sunset, the vibrant night scene, and the lonely return of the boat.

Song Yuwei's piano skills perfectly conveyed the emotional evolution of these three layers of artistic conception.

As the last overtone fades into the distance, one truly feels the profound loneliness of "the boat is far away, the people are gone, only the river moon remains."

Behind the gauze curtain, Song Yuwei gently touched her hands, waiting for Lin Feng's response from outside.

She was filled with curiosity: which piece would Lin Feng choose to harmonize with her "Sunset Flute and Drum"?

After a moment of contemplation, Lin Feng had already made up his mind.

The piano music suddenly rang out, with steady open strings and slow stopped notes intertwining.

The melody is solemn and concise, and the rhythm is square and steady, as serene and solemn as a majestic mountain.

Song Yuwei's beautiful eyes lit up with surprise: "High Mountains and Flowing Water!"

She was naturally very familiar with this famous piece, which is divided into two sections: "High Mountains" and "Flowing Water".

Lin Feng's performance of "High Mountains" in the first part was already extremely exquisite, and the performance of "Flowing Water" in the second part tested the performer's skills even more.

When performing the "Flowing Water" section, Raymond Lam's hand speed suddenly increased, and he plucked multiple strings rapidly in succession. His movements were smooth and fluid, without any sense of hesitation.

Cherry watched from the side, her mouth slightly agape in amazement.

She could hardly believe that an officer who had fought on the battlefield for many years could have mastered such exquisite musical skills.

The music gradually quickened, the intensity increased, and the range expanded continuously, like a river rushing down, its flow becoming increasingly turbulent.

When the "water" builds up to its peak, the music reaches its climax, and emotions burst forth instantly!

Behind the gauze curtain, Song Yuwei listened with rapt attention, her mind rising and falling with the music, slowly settling down after the climax.

Just as a rushing river eventually flows into the sea, emotions gradually calm down and return to clarity and tranquility amidst the clear and melodious overtones.

It's as if the human spirit has found its final resting place between heaven and earth.

"Slap! Slap! Slap!"

Behind the gauze curtain, Song Yuwei couldn't help but clap her hands lightly, sincerely praising, "Mr. Lin's talent and musical skills are truly admirable. To be able to listen to your performance tonight is an immense honor!"

"Miss Yuwei, you flatter me!" Lin Feng smiled slightly. "The third piece, please!"

Song Yuwei's last song was the timeless classic "Three Variations on Plum Blossom".

This piece is considered a model of variation aesthetics in ancient music.

"One tune," "Two tunes," and "Three tunes" all refer to the same clear and ethereal overtone melody.

It appears repeatedly in the upper, middle, and lower positions of the guqin.

The range of pitches, from high to low, is like plum blossoms blooming in different times and spaces.

The difficulty of this piece lies in the fact that each time the plum blossoms bloom, precise changes in timbre and dynamics are required to fully express its charm.

Song Yuwei's performance of "Three Variations on Plum Blossom" showcased her exceptional skill in playing the harmonics of the main theme.

The sound was crystal clear, pure and ethereal, as if one could witness the noble posture of plum blossoms proudly blooming in the wind and snow.

The interplay of overtones and solid tones, along with the light and graceful "vibrato" technique of the left hand, is like a subtle fragrance wafting through the air.

The right hand occasionally adds a "rolling and sweeping" motion, just like a sudden blizzard.

The song ended, its lingering notes still echoing.

Lin Feng sighed softly, "In ancient times, noble people compared themselves to lotus flowers, symbolizing their purity remaining untainted by mud. Today, Miss Yuwei plays 'Three Variations on Plum Blossom' to express her aspirations; it is truly rare! Rare indeed!"

Although Song Yuwei was trapped in the filthy Yichun Courtyard, she was able to uphold her original aspirations and remain untainted by the mud, using the plum blossom as a metaphor for her noble character.

Lin Feng had truly felt this sentiment.

Behind the gauze curtain, Song Yuwei's eyes reddened slightly upon hearing this.

She has suffered countless hardships and injustices during her years of wandering in Zhenyuan City, and today she has finally met someone who can truly understand her.

Just as she was about to say something, the sound of a zither began to play outside the gauze curtain.

Raymond Lam's response arrived as expected!

A bright and clear piano melody suddenly rang out, the notes crisp and lively, like pearls falling into a jade plate, pleasing to the ear.

At first listen, it evokes the vibrant life of melting snow and the revival of all things, a stark contrast to the serene and elegant style of "Three Variations on Plum Blossom" and the long and magnificent style of "Flowing Water".

Cherry listened intently, completely absorbed, and slowly closed her eyes, fully enjoying the incredible music.

Without sheet music in hand, he could come up with three pieces that perfectly matched the young lady's repertoire, and perform them so exquisitely.

Is General Lin some kind of genius?

Lin Feng was playing "Yangchun Baixue".

The music was light and lively, like the flowing spring sunshine, cheerful and lively, sweeping away the somber atmosphere often associated with the guqin.

The music in the "Yangchun" section is lively and agile, just like a gentle breeze and flourishing vegetation.

The "White Snow" section is clear yet not cold, quiet yet not desolate.

The two artistic conceptions blended perfectly in his interpretation, presenting a positive state of mind of "brightness and joy".

If "Three Variations on Plum Blossom" is Song Yuwei using the winter plum blossom to compare herself to a person of noble character, then "White Snow in Spring" is Raymond Lam expressing his own state of mind.

Bright and clear-headed, optimistic and untainted by worldly concerns.

As the music ended, Cherry couldn't help but clap her hands and cheer loudly for Raymond Lam.

Behind the gauze curtain, Song Yuwei was also deeply troubled.

She never imagined that she would actually meet someone who perfectly matched her talent and sentiments.

Lin Feng pressed down on the strings of his zither, peered through the thin gauze curtain at the figure behind it, and asked loudly, "Miss Yuwei, have I passed the second test?"

Behind the gauze curtain, Song Yuwei took a few deep breaths, trying her best to calm her turbulent emotions, and replied softly, "Mr. Lin, you've passed."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng was overjoyed and raised his hand to rub his slightly sore wrist.

Although he was very familiar with these playing techniques, his hands were used to holding knives and guns, and suddenly playing so many pieces was a bit too much for him.

"In that case... Miss Yuwei, may you now reveal the third test?"

Song Yuwei gently raised her hand, adjusted the hairpins and ornaments at her temples and her clothes, and softly replied, "Mr. Lin, please come in!"

Without any formalities, Raymond Lam stood up, walked forward, and gently parted the gauze curtain.

Behind the curtain, Song Yuwei sat upright on a futon, smiling at him.

Her eyes and brows were filled with tender affection, and she was as beautiful as a fairy in a painting, unlike any mortal.

Lin Feng sat down on the futon next to her, waiting for the third test.

"Mr. Lin, Yuwei's third test is neither too difficult nor too easy. You only need to say one sentence to pass it."

Song Yuwei looked up and met Lin Feng's gaze. Her voice was as soft as a breeze.

Raymond Lam raised an eyebrow: "Just one sentence? It's that simple?"

The first two rounds involved reciting poems and composing essays, as well as competing in instrumental music, which took a lot of effort.

This third level was surprisingly easy?

Song Yuwei's beautiful eyes flickered as she slowly leaned closer to him, her tone laced with a hint of slyness: "What, Mr. Lin, you dare not?"

The delicate fragrance emanating from Song Yuwei lingered in his nostrils, and Lin Feng smiled confidently: "Dare not? There's nothing in this world that I, Lin Feng, wouldn't dare to do!"

"Miss Yuwei, please speak your mind!"

With a charming smile and a breath as sweet as orchids, Song Yuwei slowly and deliberately said, "Mr. Lin, do you... dare to marry me?"

What?

Even though Lin Feng racked his brains, he never expected Song Yuwei to make such a request.

"Miss Yuwei, you...want to marry me?"

With Song Yuwei's stunning beauty and unparalleled talent, she was actually willing to submit to him, a mere squad leader.

Lin Feng's mind was thrown into chaos by this sudden demand.

Why would she make such a request?

What kind of conspiracy is behind this?

Or did she really fall for his talent and looks?

As Lin Feng's mind wandered, Song Yuwei blinked her clear eyes, staring intently at him. She leaned closer and softly asked, "You... dare?"