The next day, Wu Lihong brought half a cart of gifts and once again came to the Changqing Residence on Cypress Lane. He thought he wouldn't be able to get in again, but this time they opened the door and welcomed him inside.
The sudden fortune left Wu Lihong feeling a bit light-headed. Could Madam Zhou have known about his previous visit and had a good talk with her daughter?
As expected, how could children go against their parents? That would be most unfilial.
Wu Lihong straightened his collar and walked confidently through the side door, following the guide along the way to the Floral Hall. He expected to see poorly disciplined servants, but along the way, all the servants and maids he encountered were composed and not overly humble. There was a certain grace to them, reminiscent of servants from prestigious families.
