The Shen family's business and property were completely seized. When Shen Jianian left Beicheng, the only things she took with her were a nearly inseparable cello and a jade bracelet her mother had given her before she passed.
Coming to Yicheng to seek refuge with Yin Chengde, she couldn't find acceptance from Hu Yuzhi and Yin Shuyao. Using the excuse that the guest room needed renovation, they settled her in the attic on the top floor used for storing miscellaneous items.
The attic hadn't been properly cleaned for who knows how long; a slight rummage would send dust flying everywhere.
Her good uncle only expressed slight dissatisfaction before leaving it at that.
Shen Jianian, as a newcomer and a dependent, had no room to be picky and made do with the situation. Later, the Yin Family's villa indeed underwent some minor renovations, like custom wood furniture, changing ceiling lights, and curtains.
