In Prefecture City, seven rivers converge, creating prosperity. It was mid-October, the temperature was freezing, and the sky vaguely began to sprinkle the first snow. Winter arrived early in Prefecture City, and pedestrians on the streets were already wearing thick coats.
After leaving the Fragrant House, a chilly wind beat upon them. By then, noon had passed, the sun was obscured by clouds, and the chill grew more intense. Li Xian noticed Hong Chengbing and the other three shivering, inadequately dressed for warmth, so he handed each of them ten taels of silver, urging them to buy thick coats before the snow fell.
The three expressed their deep gratitude.
They walked back toward Chao Fu Courtyard. Soon, Li Xiaofan noticed Gu Nianjun and called loudly to her.
Gu Nianjun, graceful and elegant, stepped forward and said, "Little Brother Xiaofan."
Li Xiaofan hurried over, "Sister Gu, why are you here? Did you come to eat too?"
