He turned back out of the grand hall and returned holding a violin, handing it to Anna.
"Everyone, step back," this time, it was Wang Shuai who spoke up, leaving Xiao Xian and Yiyi somewhat confused. The earlier encounter was unguarded, but this time, the competition between the two women needed caution.
Anna held the violin, clamping it firmly with her chin.
With a wave of Little John's hand, the Feng Bird, which had been circling above the grand hall to boost its master's momentum, folded its wings with a startled cry and perched on Lady Serlin's shoulder.
Lady Serlin's face still bore a captivating smile, but upon seeing several feathers shed from the Feng Bird's wings, her brow furrowed slightly. Little John withdrew his hand and nodded toward where Zhou Ziang stood, as if in greeting.
Zhou Ziang seemed to have no impression of him and did not glance over.
