The Imperial Court had just announced the year-end holiday, and on the second day of the holiday, the twenty-seventh day of the twelfth month, Master Yu came visiting with his two sons.
The Zhou family had already received the Yu family's invitation before the holiday. Early in the day, Zhou Shuren was waiting in the front yard along with his eldest son and eldest grandson.
Master Yu expressed his gratitude, saying, "I thank Marquis Zhou for coming to my rescue."
Zhou Shuren, still pondering over the Yu family's formal visit, replied with realization, "Ah, it's been quite a while since that incident."
Master Yu spoke with embarrassment, "It's all my fault for delaying this for so long."
Zhou Shuren waved his hand dismissively, "Don't put all the blame on yourself. No one could have predicted my severe illness."
