Lian Shouxin, Wu Lang, and Xiao Qi welcomed Shen Liu at the front gate and escorted him into the front hall to sit. Today, the Lian Family invited only Shen Liu, and Shen Liu arrived alone with a few attendants; even Lian Shenqian was not brought along. Once seated in the hall, both sides exchanged pleasantries as the attendants served tea and fruit.
Because Shen Liu was different from others, Lian Shouxin sent someone to inform the backyard. Soon, Lian Manman and Lady Zhang were both dressed and came out to pay their respects to Shen Liu.
Shen Liu wore an indigo robe with silver patterns today, with a jade belt around his waist. He did not accept Lady Zhang's salute but stood up politely to refuse.
