If Jiang Yifan were to spend the New Year here, it would be even better if my daughter and he could grow closer," thought Madam Yin, a warm smile spreading across her face from within. "You're being too modest, child; there's no need for such formalities. It's the New Year, a time for everyone to be harmonious and joyful, how could we leave you alone in the cold Yamen."
Even though Jiang Yifan knew that Madam Yin would agree, he hadn't expected her to speak such intimate words. Overjoyed, he bowed deeply and said, "Thank you, Madam Xie, thank you for your indulgence. I won't disturb you further while you entertain, I'll take my leave now."
Watching Jiang Yifan leave, Lady Zhao couldn't help but feel a tint of envy. She said to Madam Yin, "This Lord Jiang is quite exceptional in both character and appearance, surely he must come from a prominent family? My Ah Qiao is a child raised in a poor family; being looked upon favorably by Lord Jiang suggests he must be a magnanimous person."
