The two of them bowed to Madam Qin and Lady Zhang, then took their leave to go to Qin Ruojian's room, leaving Lady Zhang and Madam Qin to talk privately. After all, with Qin Ruojian present, it wasn't convenient for Lady Zhang to discuss marriage matters directly with Madam Qin.
The Qin family resides in the Tongpan Mansion, a compound with four courtyards, not particularly spacious but quite elegantly arranged. Qin Ruojian's boudoir is located in the rear rooms behind Madam Qin's main quarters.
Lian Manman was familiar with the place, so after sitting down in Qin Ruojian's room, she felt at ease. Qin Ruojian personally served fragrant tea and offered Lian Manman some fruit.
"I must thank you for the vegetables and flowers you brought; they're quite rare and delightful in this chilly winter," Qin Ruojian smiled and said to Lian Manman.
