Song Xin took temporary residence at the Prime Minister's Mansion, just as Song Ci had observed, she had a quiet temperament, and besides coming to pay respects to Song Ci, she stayed inside without stepping out.
Song Ci was worried that she might get bumped into while coming and going for salutations, so she simply exempted her from this duty, letting her settle peacefully in the courtyard. After all, she was to be selected as a palace maid, and it wouldn't look good if she got bumped by someone reckless.
Song Xin was sensible herself, and truly stayed calmly in the Xiufang Courtyard, either doing needlework or reading miscellaneous books, not stepping outside, but she kept herself occupied.
In the blink of an eye, the day arrived for palace selection, and Song Xin came to Chunhui Hall to bid farewell to Song Ci.
