Although the Guardian of the Nation Temple was lively, there were no vendors, so they didn't go up. Instead, they strolled around the lake to see the blessings of rice from each family, then ran off to play elsewhere.
The next day was the third day of the new year.
Old Zhou and Ms. Qian carefully prepared New Year gifts for Manbao to take to her superiors.
Manbao didn't dare tell them that she had just offended her superiors. After looking at the prepared items, she whispered, "Why not take two bowls of steamed meat and meatballs made by Sister-in-law?"
Ms. Qian hesitated and said, "Those might not be easy to carry. Would it be appropriate to give them?"
"It's fine. As long as it's delicious, I think Director Xiao won't mind." She hoped that in the spirit of good food, he might spare her some dignity during the New Year and not scold her for a while.
Manbao remembered something and her eyes twinkled, "Pack a few more bowls, and I'll invite Imperial Doctor Liu to join us."
