The same scholar, the First Master of the Tong Family remains in Yongzhou, while the Second Master has now entered the cabinet as a minister. Once the Third Prince ascends the throne, the position of Grand Secretary will surely fall to the Second Master. The Tong Family no longer needs the primary branch, for the Second Master alone could ensure prosperity for twenty years.
Lady felt a pang of jealousy in her heart, but kept up her smile as she went to speak with the Second Lady.
The Second Lady covered her mouth with a sleeve and smiled, her eyes delighted as she said, "Look at what Sister-in-law says, we are all one family, why make such clear distinctions!" After speaking, she too stood up. "I heard that Madam Yang has been ill for several days. I had wanted to visit her these past couple of days, but the city was under lockdown and I couldn't go. Now that it's finally calm, I should take a walk over."
