Qiu Zhiheng led Lu Chunying, Ma Wu, and others off the train. They bypassed Xiaoyao Lodge and Lu Chunying's residence, going directly to the He Family Mansion.
They had been ambushed at Black Stone Slope, with Qiu Zhiheng sustaining injuries. He should have rested for a longer period, but he received news of He Haiqin's funeral procession that very day, so he felt compelled to bring Lu Chunying along to offer condolences. Such an occasion could not be overlooked without offending proper etiquette.
Duan Shaoxia also went there with Zhang Huaiyi. During the funeral rites, Qiu Zhiheng stood behind Lu Chunying while Duan Shaoxia constantly watched him, her eyes filled with resentment and sorrow.
Once the funeral was over, Tan Fucheng had other matters to attend to and left first.
He Yuxiu found Qiu Zhiheng, "Monkey, come have a drink with your Sister."
"Sister, where would you like to go?"
"Let's head to Xiaoyao Lodge. We should support Ma Wu's business."
