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Originally, Qian Yixiu and Pan Yue intended to confirm their engagement before Zhu Suji set sail, but Zhu Suji did not agree. He feared something might happen to him while at sea, which would harm Jingjing, saying they should wait for his return to finalize the engagement.
This year was the time they were planning to return, but it was unknown when that would be.
Standing there for over a quarter of an hour, Qian Yijing heaved a sigh and, with her maidservant, started to head back. Walking under the sun, Wan He would thoughtfully open the umbrella.
Halfway there, a young maidservant ran over to report, "Second Miss, the Eldest Miss and Miss Si have arrived with the Old Madam."
Upon hearing her elder sister and Sisi had come, Qian Yijing quickened her step, heading for the main courtyard.
