Li Baoxiang was elated, knowing that Mo Heng was willing to study with him; this meant he could pass the examination this year. Although he felt somewhat embarrassed and resentful about not being allowed to stay in Liu'er Alley, he rationalized, "After all, Chang Yonglin grew up calling Pei Qin 'sister' from a young age, so it doesn't matter where he stays. Perhaps they think I am an outsider and fear that once I stay there, Bao Lian would take the opportunity to visit!"
At this point, Grandma Li fell silent.
Old Man Li scolded her, "They are not to be trifled with. Go to Zhang Shiqian's house and tell Bao Lian not to ruin Baoxiang's affairs. Wasn't the last incident shameful enough?"
Grandma Li pursed her lips, "Bao Lian only asked him for a little help; if he didn't want to help, that would have been the end of it. Instead, he embarrassed Baoxiang, which I think was deliberate!"
