The next morning, the sun was bright, the sky was clear, and the air was filled with a faint floral scent. The proprietors of Huayuji, Li Ji, the Lin family cosmetic shop, the Bai family grocery store, and Liyun Pavilion arrived early at Haitang Pavilion. Their faces were brimming with excitement and anticipation; it was clear they were deeply interested in the day's activities.
As soon as they arrived at Haitang Pavilion, they couldn't wait to start browsing for things that caught their eye. The goods were dazzlingly varied. Whether it was exquisite jewelry, magnificent clothing, or delicious pastries, everything made people linger. Even Shopkeeper Lin, who lived a relatively frugal life, could not help but be tempted; he picked out a box of reasonably priced snacks, planning to bring them back for his children to try.
Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of shopping, Deng Qiyue walked over with Gao Shouyue and Su Shi'an. They welcomed everyone and began discussing some important matters. Because these matters were closely related to their interests, everyone listened with extra care.
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