Tang Gang’s face was dark, a mix of sleep-deprivation and inexplicable anger. Tang Mo, however, behaved as though he didn’t notice a thing—his attitude respectful and faultless. “Father, did you summon me for something important?” Tang Gang had plenty of…
After speaking, Madam Wen took a sip of tea, a flicker of doubt in her heart. Jinchao had invited her to view the flowers—yet here they were, seated in the west side room drinking tea. And now they were simply…
After Xiuqu returned, Yuzhu gave her the rest of the candy and told her to come by whenever she had time to play. Then she rushed off to find Jinchao. Jinchao was practicing the qin. Standing at the study door,…
Back at the Linyan Pavilion, Qiaowei recounted everything that had happened in Xiexiao Courtyard to Song Yiniang. Having heard it all, Song Yiniang frowned deeply. “So… they met Old Madam Ji, fine. But my two sisters—they’re not the type to…
“…I brought Li Fu with me to serve as your attendant. Have you chosen your ceremonial sponsor and hairpin inserter yet?” Madam Li asked Gu Lan. But Gu Lan first turned to Li Fu and praised her warmly, “This is…
A few days later, her father summoned Jinchao to ask about Ye Xian. Jinchao replied calmly, “Last time, the Shizi accidentally injured my cat. This time, he came specifically to apologize.” Gu Deshao gave her a long look, clearly doubtful.…
For a moment, Jinchao didn’t know what to say. After some thought, she offered him a proper bow and said, “Thank you, Cousin. If you help me this time, I promise—should you ever need anything I can offer, I will…
From Shian to Xicui Mountain, the post road meandered through verdant hills and crystal streams, lined with pastoral fields and tranquil villages. In the paddies, young rice shoots glistened green under the sun. Between the intersecting dikes and footpaths, one…
Xin An wished to build connections with Yan Wenhui and begin opening doors within the circle of noblewomen in the capital.Yan Wenhui, on her part, wanted to help Liu Mingyuan maintain a good relationship with Tang Mo. Though Xin An…
After leaving Tang Yong’s residence, Tang Mo and Xin An dropped Wang Shi off at home before heading to the Xin family estate. They also let it be known they wouldn’t return for dinner—once out, it was hard to head…