The three members of the Shen family were conveyed by a rickshaw carriage, making twists and turns along the way, and arrived at Duke Wu Qing's residence in about the time it takes for one incense stick to burn.
Upon entering the mansion, Lord Shen was ushered into Duke Wu Qing's study room, while Juhua and her daughter were led by a maid to the warm pavilion in the back garden of the mansion.
The warm pavilion in Duke Wu Qing's residence was originally a round pavilion by the water, which was transformed into a warm pavilion during winter by installing glass. When summer comes, the glass would be removed, and it would revert to a pavilion.
At this moment, embroidered curtains hung around the warm pavilion, and inside, silvered frost charcoal was burning. It was both elegant and warm, allowing guests to enjoy the outside view—a truly splendid place for hospitality.
