"It's ok, come on in!"
The housekeeper, Mrs. Fen, was very friendly and held an umbrella for Tan Guiren as she ushered Huo Shaoheng into the main house. Huo Shaoheng nodded and strode quickly up the steps. As soon as the main doors opened, everyone rushed in. Finally, Mrs. Fen closed the door behind her to block the powerful storm outside. The floors were slightly damp inside, but the air was fresh and warm—a world apart from the violent rainstorm outside.
Tan Guiren bit her lip and was a bit abashed. "Please, sir, I'll get changed." She then spoke to Mrs. Fen, specifically instructing, "Please get this gentleman a cup of tea—use the Dahongpao tea over there."
Mrs. Fen agreed and quickly said, "Miss, hurry and change into something. You'll catch a cold from the wet clothes. I'll make some ginger soup for you."
Tan Guiren nodded before running to her room to get changed.
