Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

Wang Xifeng, You Shi, and Qin Keqing observe the tense atmosphere as Jia Huan proposes terms that could expose family secrets, risking Jia Zhen's reputation. You Shi feels anxious, fearing the Old Madam's wrath, while Qin Keqing is suffocated by anxiety. Jia Huan reveals a name card from his academy head, Zhang An Bo, which shifts the power dynamics. Jia Mu, initially angered, realizes Jia Huan's leverage and decides not to punish him. Despite the tension, Jia Huan's cleverness earns him respect, and he reflects on his low status in the Jia household, knowing he must achieve scholar status to secure his position.

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