The spring rain that had persisted throughout the day finally ceased at night.
Recently, tranquility prevailed in the Jiang Residence, as if nothing had ever happened. Jiang Youyao had been found, mad indeed, but her madness was of a quiet kind. The old madam kept Jiang Yuanbai close, caring for him daily with such attentiveness that she scarcely had a moment to spare. The two brothers, Jiang Yuanbai and Jiang Yuanping, were busy with government affairs, returning home late every evening.
In the third branch, Lady Yang entered with several bolts of new fabric and immediately called out, "Yu Yan, come here."
Jiang Yuyan emerged from behind the door, carrying a lamp that cast a dim light in the room. The fabrics in Lady Yang's hands were elaborately patterned, and she held them up against Jiang Yuyan's figure, saying, "You can have two new outfits made from these."
