Chiang Xiao spent the night at Osmanthus Alley.
Knowing she had an exam the next day, Liu Pei had prepared a sumptuous dinner early in the evening. The whole family ate together amidst lively chatter, wishing her well on her exam in advance. Then they all retired to their rooms early, not wanting to disturb Chiang Xiao.
The old house felt much warmer and more inviting with people in it.
Chiang Xiao's room had been carefully decorated by Chiang Songhai and Ge Liutao, and although their aesthetic sense was somewhat indescribable, there wasn't much to criticize given the times.
Fearing she might find the walls too old and dark, they had pasted over them with the blank side of calendar papers.
Calendar papers of that time were quite nice—white and smooth. All four walls were covered, making the room appear overly white, and perhaps a bit too stark. So, they bought her a new calendar featuring a very beautiful actress, which they hung on the wall.
