The General’s Estate was one with which the Chancellor’s Estate rarely interacted. In years past, due to their sensitive positions, Jiang Shuying had deliberately avoided any appearance of impropriety. However, this year, Su Jinhuan had specifically requested that she send an invitation to the General’s Estate.
Such unusual interest in the spring picnic, combined with the specific emphasis on the General’s Estate, made Jiang Shuying recall the day Su Jinhuan had addressed Young General Mo by his given name, "An." Could it be that her Jinhuan had taken a liking to the young general?
While Jiang Shuying’s mind wandered through romantic possibilities, Su Jinhuan’s thoughts were moving in the exact opposite direction. She was currently feeling somewhat anxious, wondering if a sudden, uninvited-seeming gesture would be enough to persuade the General’s Estate to attend. The two houses had little history of interaction, but she had no other choice; she needed the strength of the General’s Estate. If they did not show up, she feared the momentum would be insufficient.
Chapter 20