Mu Qianqian had been acting humble and subservient at the Shi family for several days, swallowing her pride to cater to Mother Shi and Father Shi. Only after finally winning the favor of the two elders was she granted permission to step out of the house.
Draped over her arm was a bamboo basket containing celery and eggs she had just purchased from the market. Seeing that it was still early, she was unwilling to return just yet, so she instinctively made her way toward the Military Compound.
Just as she was pondering how to regain the favor of Old Madam Huo, a few figures with postures as straight as pine trees caught her eye.
Chapter 28