On the Yan River, the waves shimmered as two twilight steamships sailed against the current.
Their raised 'solar sails' created an illusory halo that not only absorbed light energy to power the ships but also provided shade and protection from the sun, ensuring that even in the heat of the afternoon, the deck remained cool and pleasant.
Several Shi Family members were lounging on Bamboo Slaves, sipping iced drinks and playing cards.
A Bamboo Slave, also known as a bamboo husband, is a hollow bamboo product with a woven pattern, similar to shaping a bamboo mat into various forms. The slim cylindrical form can be placed on a bed to sleep while hugging it, and the flat rectangular shape is propped up to lie down on. Due to its practicality, it is beloved by all social classes.
While chatting idly, a companion suddenly asked, "When did Qu Brother get up this morning?"
