The main household of Xiao Mansion indeed held a grape banquet upon receiving grapes, widely issuing invitations, while the second branch, meanwhile, indulged Lu Family at the county government, with Xiao Jingkun offering grapes. This resulted in the main household earning ample social cred, feeling psychologically satisfied, and the second branch receiving gratitude and a reciprocal gift from Lu Family, thus gaining psychological satisfaction as well. Each benefited in its own way.
Those attending the grape banquet traditionally brought small gifts like snacks and fruits. It's natural that Lu Family, having received half a bunch of grapes, couldn't accept such an esteemed gift without reciprocating. In return, they offered five zither instruments crafted by the Lei family from Shu, which were equally valuable.
