Zhou Biyao noticed that the situation was turning sour, and as a young lady already betrothed, naturally, it wasn't appropriate for her to linger in front of three unrelated men if it wasn't necessary. Therefore, after showing her face and giving a slight bow, she hid away. She didn't go far but stayed just outside the door to watch the excitement.
The head servant of Song Ping's household came in with two maids, placing tea and fruit on the table—before everything was properly set, Guan He, with a rather unfriendly look, said to Ye Xinyan, "I find those two gardens to be quite suitable. Withdraw those designs, and find someone else to draw up something mediocre for that wealthy merchant."
Guan He was indeed feeling choked with anger. He hadn't made up his mind yet, but Qi Ye was forcing him into marriage. He had to reclaim some dignity to vent the frustration in his heart.
