Chapter 199 Heartbeat

The scholar opened the door and was greeted by the familiar Housekeeper Zhao, who he warmly welcomed into his home.

Housekeeper Zhao held a gift box in his hand, which contained a box of pastries, as the scholar invited him inside with a nod.

As he entered the yard, he looked around; it was just the couple here, a small courtyard yet kept meticulously clean, even the occasional fallen leaves were swept away.

Upon entering the living room, he saw the scholar's wife and her relatives, who were currently serving him tea.

"Housekeeper Zhao, please have some tea."

The scholar asked Housekeeper Zhao to sit down, and the couple also sat down beside him.

"Hmm, thank you," Housekeeper Zhao said as he sat on a chair to the side. He took a sip of tea, set the cup down, and then observed the couple sitting before him, studying their expressions.

"Housekeeper Zhao, does my cousin have any instructions for me?"