The servant said the second young master had returned.
Gu Yaoqi was the first to go to the entrance to receive him.
The others followed suit.
Madam Ye still appeared at the entrance of the hall with incomparable grace, wearing a dark brown cheongsam tonight. The cheongsam was decorated with large peonies, with the outlines of the peony buds traced by pearls. Under the dazzling crystal lights, they shimmered brilliantly, bringing her somewhat dim attire to life and adding a unique charm.
"Sorry to have kept you waiting," said Madam Ye, still greeting everyone with proper etiquette.
"Not at all," Gu Yaoqi replied, "Please, come in quickly."
Madam Ye nodded and walked with Gu Yaoqi toward the sofa.
Ye Mei and Gu Zihan followed behind them.
The rest of the Gu Family also followed in an orderly fashion, taking their seats in turn after Gu Yaoqi, Madam Ye, and Qi Huifen had sat down.
