📖 Listening to the Wind: Secret Tales

She is a sheltered noble lady, who, upon an unexpected encounter in the back garden, casts aside all the rules of propriety and resolutely embarks on a passionate journey with him. She is a rising star singer in Mortal World, but who is her mysterious patron? He is a graceful and wealthy young master, yet he finds himself forever changed upon meeting the great hero. Joining Mindful Sect and standing on Boneset Platform, can he transform into a beautiful maiden and win the hero's gaze? The world knows Feng Shaowei, the leader of Tempest Spire, famed as Tempest Tamer, with unparalleled grace and charm. Yet few know the tumultuous romantic adventures of hero Feng. Yuhai Xiaoxiaosheng, the bestselling author of Bianjing's Story Scripts, returns with Listening to the Wind: Secret Tales, to uncover Feng's untold romantic secrets.

Wu Mengniang saw the fresh willow shoots outside the window and thought, "I've lived here for sixteen years, yet I've never even visited my own garden. If I don't enjoy it now, wouldn't I be wasting it?" So she dismissed the maid and went alone to it. Mengniang walked past screened flower gate, crossed the goldfish pond, strolled through winding corridor, finally turning into a grove of Violet Bamboo through the cracks in Mountain Rock. Outside this Violet Bamboo grove, Mountain Rocks were layered, and within, the lush bamboo shielded the sun. Mengniang couldn't help but murmur, "I didn't know there was such a secluded and tranquil place at home." She heard a dull sound from within the grove. Mengniang found a man had fallen from the sky, landing deep within the bamboo grove. The man was unconscious, as if he were enduring immense pain. "This Gentleman is decent. But who is he, and why is he here?" Mengniang pondered. The man slowly awoke and asked warily, "Miss, where is this place?" "You fell from the sky into my family's backyard " "Thank you, Miss. We shall meet again if fate allows!" The man stumbled towards Court Wall and collapsed from exhaustion. "Sir!" Mengniang hurried forward to help, but the man waved his sleeve. A surge of Qi pushed Mengniang aside. "I've been poisoned by Springlust Powder, don't follow me." "What is Springlust Powder?" "If the poison isn't treated within a quarter of an hour, I'll die." The man smiled bitterly, "I Feng Shaowei will meet my end here today." A gentle breeze stirred, causing the Violet Bamboo leaves to rise and fall, recklessly trying to sweep themselves into the wind. The gentle breeze lingered for a long time, finally carrying the bamboo leaves into climax, then only light drizzle remained on her leaves... Wu Mengniang awoke from her dream, the maid had already entered the room, "Miss, why is your face so red?" "Huh? Why is there a bamboo leaf in Miss's hair? There are no bamboos around here." Mengniang paused, looking out the window, only to see the fresh willow shoots and a riot of colors outside.

Zhu Bao'er is the most popular songstress in Ambrosia Alley. However, Zhu Bao'er feels unworthy of her title. In terms of looks, there are countless naturally beautiful girls in Ambrosia Alley; in terms of music, Zhu Bao'er can only play and sing few; in terms of dance, she is still far from being a showstopper. Zhu Bao'er's fame is entirely due to a patron who treats her exceptionally well. Every time this patron visits Ambrosia Alley, he spends lavishly on Zhu Bao'er, elevating her to the top celebrity. However, Zhu Bao'er does not know the patron's identity, nor has she ever seen his face. Usually, the patron watches the performances from behind a screen, allowing Zhu Bao'er to only vaguely see his silhouette. At night, when they embrace and sleep, the patron always insists on leaving the room in complete darkness. Zhu Bao'er can't even see her own fingers, let alone the patron. In order to see the patron clearly, Zhu Bao'er once coyly pleaded, "Light a lamp, won't you? It's so dark in here, you won't be able to see my red plum makeup." "I have practiced martial arts since childhood, and my senses are sharp. I can see it," the patron replied with a smile. Spending lavishly and possessing great martial prowess, yet unseen by others. Zhu Bao'er couldn't help but speculate about her mysterious patron. Perhaps he is a martial artist, scarred from battles. Or maybe he had smallpox, leaving his face pockmarked. Of course, he might most likely be a fierce bandit on the wanted posters. "But he treats me so well, even if he is a criminal, I would accept it," Zhu Bao'er thought. Despite thinking this way, Zhu Bao'er was still quite uneasy. For a while, there were rumors that a notorious thief had been captured by Tempest Spire's leader. Coincidentally, during that time, the patron did not visit for a long while. Zhu Bao'er worried that the captured thief was her patron. When the patron finally came to see her, she was already in a daze, with dark circles under her eyes. Seeing this, the patron asked for the reason. Zhu Bao'er said, "I thought you haven't come for so long because a hero has taken you away." The patron laughed heartily and said, "Rest assured, I am a very upright person, only capturing thieves myself. Would you like to experience my capture technique?" The patron pulled Zhu Bao'er into his arms. Zhu Bao'er's body cooperated. But she thought, "Would an upright person be so secretive?" So, after the patron had fallen asleep, Zhu Bao'er got out of bed and waved a fire starter near his face Charming and dignified, Feng Shaowei! Zhu Bao'er was shocked but saw Feng Shaowei open his eyes and sigh, "I have many confidants in Ambrosia Alley, so I have kept my identity hidden. Now that you have seen my face, our fate ends here." After that, Zhu Bao'er never saw Feng Shaowei again and could only weep every day.

Liu Sanjin has two great passions: roaming the Martial World and handsome men. While most heroes rely on their martial arts skills, Liu Sanjin, though self-proclaimed as a hero, only knows some rudimentary skills. Fortunately, he owns three gold mines. When martial prowess falls short, money fills the gap. Liu Sanjin only needs to open his wallet, and martial arts experts will flock to help him resolve issues, allowing him to wander Martial World carefree. Liu Sanjin has a fondness for men, and if he encounters a handsome man on the street, he will approach and chat. Any man who catches Liu Sanjin's eye, even if not inclined towards such affections, often ends up yielding to him. After all, he offers far too much. Thus, Liu Sanjin firmly believes that money is omnipotent; if one gold piece doesn't work, offer two. However, when faced with Feng Shaowei, Liu Sanjin's belief in money was challenged. One day, Darkwing Sect bandits went to Tempest Spire dock to taunt, only to see a blue-clad hero leap into the fray, swiftly defeating the bandits. This blue-clad hero was none other than Feng Shaowei, leader of Tempest Spire. Liu Sanjin witnessed the entire scene, his heart racing as he watched the blue-clad hero. Liu Sanjin thought, this must be love, saying, "Young Hero, I fell in love with you at first sight. Would you marry me? I, Liu Sanjin, possess immense wealth and will provide you with endless riches and honor." Feng Shaowei's handsome face twisted slightly, "Thank you for your kindness. But I have no interest in such affections, nor do I lack wealth." "I can marry you instead," Liu Sanjin hastily added, "I have three gold mines as a dowry." Feng Shaowei couldn't resist waving his large hand, knocking Liu Sanjin into Bian River, then departed with Windstride. "How interesting! I like your thorny nature! I will definitely marry you! I will become the person you like!" Liu Sanjin climbed ashore, shouting at Feng Shaowei's distant figure. "I like beautiful women. Can you change your gender and appearance?" Feng Shaowei's voice drifted on the wind. Feng Shaowei clearly underestimated Liu Sanjin's determination. The next day, Liu Sanjin joined Mindful Sect, which focuses on practicing Ultimate Yin, completing the first step of transformation. However, changing one's appearance is not so simple. Although there are illusion Masters in Martial World who can temporarily alter appearances, it is not a lasting solution. Liu Sanjin searched far and wide and finally found a wandering doctor who claimed to be able to reshape bones and change appearances. Liu Sanjin drank anesthetic wine and stood on boneset platform. "Sir, oh no, Miss, if I reshape your bones, you'll give me a gold mine, is that true?" "Of course, remember to make me a beauty." "If you can't get off this boneset platform, it has nothing to do with me, right?" "What do you mean?" "Actually, I only know how to correct bones, not set them. But you offered so much..." Liu Sanjin sensed something was wrong, but the anesthetic had already taken effect, rendering "her" immobile, never to awaken again.

Thanks to Mr. Wu from Suzhou for inviting me to tour the garden, to Mr. Zhu from Bianjing for sharing the specialties of Ambrosia Alley, and to Mr. Chen from the Mindful Sect for his self-narration. Without your inspiration and guidance, this Listening to the Wind: Secret Tales might never have come to fruition. Since the sale of this story script, I have been pursued by Tempest Spire and had to change my name and hide. Lingfeng Secret Records might be the final work of Yuhai Xiaoxiaosheng. Dear readers, please do not worry or feel sad. All good things must come to an end, but love and affection endure!