After disembarking from the ship, the two scholars thanked everyone profusely and, knowing that Song Chongjin had not yet secured a hotel room, eagerly invited him to stay with them.
They had already reserved a courtyard with several people, so squeezing in two more wouldn't be a problem.
Song Chongjin, insisting he had his own lodgings, managed to politely decline.
Arriving at the place recommended by Imperial Doctor Du, it was indeed a small courtyard, peaceful amidst the bustle.
It was clean and fully equipped.
An elderly couple who managed the property quickly prepared hot water and a meal upon seeing Song Chongjin and Yang Zongbao arrive.
Once Song Chongjin was settled, he went out to meet those close classmates from Changqing Academy.
Yang Zongbao already knew which hotel they were staying at and led him directly there.
