Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

Ximen Qing encounters He Yi, a eunuch of the Craft Supervision Office, who informs him of his nephew's promotion. After a formal greeting, they share tea and discuss official matters. Ximen Qing expresses a desire to pay respects to the elder at his residence. He then meets Xia Ti Xing, discussing their respective statuses and housing arrangements. Ximen Qing is informed of He Yong Shou's visit and receives gifts. He exchanges pleasantries with He Qianhu, another official, and they plan to pay respects to their superiors together, preparing gifts for the occasion. The narrative culminates in a grand scene as they await Zhu Tai Wei's return from a ceremonial duty, underscoring the hierarchical nature of their society.

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