He Huizhu's complexion looked better today than it had in the past two days. Upon seeing Xia Zhi, she smiled apologetically and said, "I'm sorry I didn't make this trip fun for you, Xia Zhi. Next time, come with your sister, and I'll host you both properly."
Xia Zhi held her aunt's hand and said, "Auntie, I've actually had a great time these past few days."
"Then be careful on your way back, don't talk to strangers, have your sister pick you up at the station, and call your aunt once you're home," Huizhu instructed her meticulously.
Xia Zhi thought to say "I'm not a child anymore" but ended up just nodding heavily and responded, "Mhm!"
At that moment, a director was harshly yelling at an actor nearby, "Can't you play it? Change! We've had several NGs already!"
"Director, I'm sorry, my rheumatism is acting up," said a woman who was playing a pipa, her face full of apology.
The director, furious, shouted, "Assistant Director, go find someone else who can play the pipa!"