The Grand Dowager and Old Madam Lou each sat on one side of the Arhat Bed, with the Second Madam beside the Grand Dowager. Ruan Pingrong was already dozing off in Madam Ruan's arms. Whether due to drinking or the muggy weather, Old Madam Lou's face was somewhat flushed as she laughed and said, "We've had enough excitement for the day; I really can't hold up any longer!"
Regardless of status, Old Madam Lou was the eldest present, and others wouldn't easily take leave until she suggested leaving.
Madam Lou immediately went to support her mother-in-law, while the Grand Dowager asked Nanny Wu, "Are the palanquins ready?" Nanny Wu smiled and nodded, replying, "They're resting at the door; Fourth Madam prepared them early."
The Grand Dowager nodded slightly and looked at Old Madam Lou: "Then I won't keep you any longer, let Nanny Wu see you off."
