The next morning, Second Lang's wife went to Song Qi's Cuihua Pavilion, originally intending to persuade her, but was met with a closed door. Song Qi had bolted it from the inside, locking herself away from everyone.
Second Lang's wife had to return to her own courtyard, frustrated.
...
A few days later, Song Wei, Song Erlang, and Yuanbao took successive leaves of absence.
Wen Wan had already arranged a convoy to carry goods. Having been in the capital for so many years, it was a rare formal return in splendor, bringing back many items for family and villagers.
Except for Song Qi, who stayed behind, the rest all returned.
Second Household's Song Erlang couple brought along Song Duobao.
Third Household's Song Wei couple, the young Yuanbao couple, the young ones Jinbao and Qi Bao, plus Granny Song and Old Song.
