With the Spring Examination fast approaching, a somewhat... peculiar atmosphere had lately settled over the Fuping Earl Mansion.
"Peculiar?"
For instance: Lady Wáng, Doctor Wang's daughter, had intended to visit Su Zhen one day for a chat and some diversion, only to find the menservants acting rather stealthily. They were constantly whispering together in corners, breaking apart with flustered expressions the moment anyone drew near.
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