Night gradually enshrouded the Zhong Family Compound as the corridor lights flickered on. The fragrance of flowers and plants drifted through the courtyard on the gentle evening breeze, creating a thoroughly pleasant atmosphere.
Wang Chunfang had already prepared dinner, and Uncle Wang, Uncle Lin, and Zhang Sheng were helping set the table. It was a rare occasion for Zhong Ziheng to be dining at home tonight; he had been staying at Nanyou Garden lately to handle affairs big and small, eating, drinking, and sleeping entirely there.
After everyone had taken their seats, Tang Jiayu noticed that Zhong Hua was missing and told Zhong Qin to go fetch her for dinner. Zhong Qin, however, sat motionlessly as if she hadn't heard a thing.
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