Noble Consort Zhang noticed Lu Yu was not very pleased, so she immediately stood and gracefully curtsied: "Your Majesty, I learned to play the zither in my youth. Despite living deep in the harem for many years, I practice diligently every day and have never neglected my musical skills. Today, I am willing to compete with Miss Gan myself."
Shen Yunxi contained her excitement and said to Lu Ying, "I heard that the Noble Consort's ancestors were famous musicians. Many of the songs and dances in the court today were composed by them. She is naturally gifted and learned from great teachers; how could a barbarian woman from Yan Country compare to her? Your Highness, I believe we will definitely win against Yan Country!"
Lu Ying said nothing.
