At that moment, he was thinking that if Li'er liked it, perhaps he could explore the path of literature.
Xiao Yunjing's home was a large compound with a row of three main rooms, flanked by east and west side-wings. The front yard was enclosed by a bamboo fence, much like the Gu Family Residence. In fact, most houses in the village belonging to larger families were built this way.
As soon as they stepped into the courtyard, the aroma of cooking filled the air. The Xiao Family members were bustling about. Seeing the arrivals, they paused in surprise for a moment before coming forward to offer greetings.
"Oh, Tie Zhu's wife," Ms. Liu said to Ms. Jiang with a beaming smile as she advanced, "this old woman has brought your daughter-in-law to you!"
"Thank you, Aunt Liu. Please, have a seat."
Ms. Liu sat down with a wide grin, eagerly awaiting the bride's ceremonial bows and the end of the wedding rites so she could collect her gift of thanks.
