The next day.
Shen Hua got up unusually early and went to Chun's Embroidery Workshop. She held the grey and silly Daidai, feeding it cherries. As usual, she first made a round to the old embroiderers' area.
She glanced at the progress, which was much faster than expected.
"The days are getting hotter. The contract we signed for the exhibition initially gave us ample time; there's no need to rush like this. These past days when I was not around, you have not taken any days off. After lunch, everyone go home and rest."
This statement caused quite a stir.
"Madam is considerate of us, but we don't take advantage of that to slack off. The orders are many, so it is proper to finish them early."
