During this time, Wu Xueqin sent invitations to every mansion, and with the date approaching, Lin Youning, having regained some strength and feeling less discomfort, wondered what Wu Xueqin wanted from her.
Lin Youning was preparing to attend Wu Xueqin's banquet when Mrs. Dong, upon hearing this, dismissed all the servants in the room, leaving only Sister Hui to speak with.
"Isn't she often unwell? How come she can attend a banquet? Are you sure about this? It's rather strange. If that's the case, when you attend the banquet over there, discreetly observe if there's anything particular."
Sister Hui was puzzled by her mother's words, "Mother, what are you trying to find out by saying such things? After all, although the two mansions are now separate, we used to live together. Mother, please don't do such things that might upset Father. His visits might become even less frequent."
