"Shopkeeper Fu, no need for formalities!" Shen Qinglan said lightly, "I wonder if Shopkeeper Fu could help me select a few screens?"
"Of course!" Shopkeeper Fu replied, "What kind of screens does the lady want?"
"Hmm..." Shen Qinglan mused, "Anything will do, as long as it's not too ornate. Choose something simple."
"Landscapes, or maybe lotus flowers, would those be acceptable?"
Shen Qinglan nodded, "That's fine."
Shopkeeper Fu replied respectfully, "I will select some for you right away, miss!"
Shangguan Ruyan suddenly let out a soft sigh.
Shen Qinglan looked up at her but said nothing.
She picked up her teacup again and said softly, "Lady Shen is truly enviable."
"How do you mean?" Shen Qinglan asked.
Shangguan Ruyan smiled and said, "To have mutual affection with the one you love is something very enviable."
Shen Qinglan smiled, "There are probably many people who are envious of you, Lady Shangguan."
