Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

In a dimly lit hall, Lai Mama visits Jia Mu, hinting at troubles within the clan school. She reveals a daughter-in-law's suicide attempt linked to her son's expulsion, which shocks Wang Xifeng. Lai Mama then discloses that Third Master Huan has expelled several students while admitting servant children into a new training class, raising concerns about household power dynamics. Jia Mu, worried about the implications, calls for Huan. Meanwhile, Huan teaches at the clan school, unaware of the brewing conflict. Upon arrival, he reports on recent expulsions and new recruits, aiming to cultivate capable individuals, but faces skepticism from Wang Xifeng regarding the criteria for success.

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