After eating and drinking, everyone chatted about various topics. As dusk approached, they returned to their homes.
Shen Qingfeng naturally took the painting away, rolling it up very carefully, afraid of accidentally folding or tearing it.
Once everyone had left, Shen Qinglan handed a tael of silver to Dong Yao.
Afraid she might lose the money, Dong Yao offered to keep it for her.
But Shen Qinglan said, "Buy meat."
Shen Qingju couldn't help but laugh, saying, "Meat, meat, meat. Is there anything in your eyes besides meat?"
Shen Qinglan stared at her without speaking.
Though there was no malice, Shen Qingju felt a chill down her spine from that gaze.
"Why are you staring at your sister like that? I've already prepared the bath for you; hurry up and wash and go to sleep."
"Oh!"
Recalling earlier words exchanged between Shen Qingju and Shen Qinghe, Shen Qinglan hurriedly added, "Thank you."
Wouldn't this make her appear less aloof?
