Apocalypse Descent: Farming with My Harem

Chapter 1129: Chapter 398: News from the City’s Black Market and the Minstrel

In the expectant eyes of the crowd, the beautiful woman slowly began to sing.

"Old scars yearning for a gentle touch, lingering tenderly, neglecting the fates of the stars~"

As the first line was uttered, that ethereal, heavenly voice descended like a celestial sound from the Heavenly Mountain.

The dozens of people present fell into an immediate silence.

It was as if all other sounds vanished, leaving only that marvelous song echoing.

"Tearing the heart open, you mend with love, this memory intertwines with fate, we both bear the redemption~"

"At dawn, you escape from the dream, only the scent of lilac and vinegar remains~"

"..."

In that true celestial sound, time seemed to halt, the air solidified.

Everyone in the tavern remained in their original positions, afraid that even the tiniest noise might disturb the woman’s singing.

Passersby outside the tavern also paused to listen.

Even Cao Xing, who was of the fifth rank, and Sarah, who was of the sixth tier, were captivated by her singing.

As the performance reached its climax,

Sorrowful expressions naturally appeared on everyone’s faces; her song seemed to make everyone witness a poignant romance.

Many in the audience couldn’t help but shed tears.

A few minutes later, the woman on stage softly uttered the final line.

"In the dream, your jet-black hair flutters like a storm, violet eyes shimmer and weep like rain..."

The lute ceased its notes.

Time began to pass once more.

Everyone snapped out of their entranced state.

The civilians outside resumed their busy lives.

The woman didn’t speak a word.

She simply bent lightly in a bow to the crowd.

In an instant, thunderous applause erupted!

The dozens of people in the tavern stood up, cheers echoing one after another.

"Miss Gwynneth, your singing is truly marvelous!"

"No ornate words can compare to your singing."

"Miss Gwynneth, please drink a toast with me!"

"..."

Below, those noble scions were fervently expressing their admiration.

In response to these voices, the woman on stage only gave a light smile and bowed politely once more.

At this moment, beside Cao Xing, Sarah said vigilantly, "Lord, this woman is a bit strange; even I was entranced just now."

Including Eliza, who exclaimed with her mouth covered, "Wow! Eliza even cried just now; this sister’s singing is amazing!"

Even Cao Xing nodded and then gave the woman a deep look.

Before him, her panel attributes suddenly appeared.

[Minstrel: Gwynneth]

[Level: Level 23 (third-tier elite-level creature)]

[Life Value: 14260/14260]

[Attack Power: 472~513]

[Skill: None]

[Life Skills: Master-level singing proficiency, Master-level Instrument Proficiency, Advanced Performance Mastery, Advanced poetry creation, Intermediate card mastery...]

[Talent: Heart Rhythm Sound (her voice can subconsciously make people calm down and listen attentively)]

[Status: Black Crow Poison (a peculiar toxin, its effect is unknown, will activate in 27 hours and 13 minutes...)]

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"Amazing, she actually has two master-level life skills!"

"Combined with her Heart Rhythm Sound talent, she’s simply born for singing."

Cao Xing was in awe.

It’s known that even witches who have lived for hundreds of years have only one master-level skill, yet she has two.

However, Cao Xing also noticed the information in this woman’s [Status] column.

"Black Crow Poison? What is that?"

Cao Xing scrutinized the woman.

He found no abnormal expression on her face.

As if noticing Cao Xing’s gaze, the woman named Gwynneth slowly turned her head.

That beautiful face looked at him, then smiled gently.

Before Cao Xing could react, a young attendant already led the tavern’s bartender over.

The bartender’s eyes instantly fell on Cao Xing and the Wild Boar Warriors behind him.

With a smiling face, he said, "Sir, I am the bartender here. I’ve heard already."

"See if a few rooms arranged for you would be suitable?"

Cao Xing pondered for a moment then said, "Arrange six rooms."

The Wild Boar Warriors will stay with four prisoners in four rooms.

Cao Xing and the three others will take two rooms.

The bartender promptly said, "Alright, sir, please follow me."

With that, he led Cao Xing and the others to the second floor of the tavern.

After they left, the nobles in the tavern hall curiously watched Cao Xing’s back.

"Gentlemen, who was that just now? Do any of you know?"

"I don’t know, but being able to travel with his soldiers and be so warmly received by this tavern’s bartender, he must be a big shot."

"Could he be someone important from the Eternal Frost Main City?"

They speculated about Cao Xing’s identity.

The minstrel on the stage did not pay much attention to Cao Xing.

And had retreated backstage not long after the performance ended.

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...

"Sir, here are your rooms; you can arrange them freely."

The bartender said politely.

Cao Xing looked at the six rooms before him and then ordered, "Wild Boar Warriors, form into teams of three, each in one room."

"Then take turns guarding those four guys."

After speaking, he glanced at the few tied and gagged deceivers.

The Wild Boar Warriors immediately responded respectfully, "Yes, my lord!"

With that, they divided into teams, then led the four into the rooms.