Chapter 85: You have the Heavenly Master's Tao

Xiao Bie's expression didn't suggest that he was joking.

Chu Yu tried her best to remain calm and not to show a shocked expression. She cleared her throat twice and asked nonchalantly, "A bet's a bet?"

Xiao Bie sighed softly and said, "Before April, I had a narrow escape with the Princess. The Princess burned my zither score. I've always seen the Princess as an enemy. Today, I heard a wake-up call and realized that the Princess was right to burn it, for I truly have lost my passion for music." He originally learned the zither just to cultivate his temperament for his own enjoyment, but he didn't know when he started caring more about others' praise, striving for perfection in his technique, and frequently attending various gatherings...

Despite being lavishly praised by thousands, he could no longer find that initial joy and serene pleasure he felt when he played the first note.