Ye Li had lunch at the Fu Mansion and even played a few rounds of mahjong with Old Mrs. Fu.
The sun had just begun to tilt westward when Old Mrs. Fu spoke up to send her away, "You'd better head home. Once more people arrive, you won't be able to leave."
The Fu Family was vast and prestigious.
On regular days, the mansion only housed Old Mrs. Fu and Xiao Bao.
But during the holidays, everyone—from the older generation to the younger—would return.
Add to that the fresh year-end bonus distributions, with everyone receiving a hefty amount, and the rare occasion of Fu Yanci being present—it became a prime opportunity for some flattering and schmoozing, especially at the family's New Year's Eve banquet.
"Grandmother…"
"Off you go now!"