Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

Ben Si Niang confided in Dai An Er about her secret affair with a big official and her fear of being discovered by Sister Han and the ladies in the back courtyard. Dai An Er advised her to buy gifts and pay respects to the big mistress and Fifth Mistress to avoid trouble. Ben Si Niang took Dai An Er's advice and sent gifts to Yue Niang, who accepted them and returned with gifts of her own. Meanwhile, Wu Da visited Xi Men Qing to pay respects and thank him for his support. Wu Da discussed his plans to take up his position at the garrison and reorganize the roster. Xi Men Qing and Wu Da drank together and talked about the garrison land and taxes. Wu Da mentioned that there could be extra profits if managed well. Later, Xi Men Qing attended a banquet at Yun Li Shou's home and visited Wang Zhao Xuan's residence to pay New Year's greetings. He also met with Sister Wen and Lin Tai Tai, with whom he shared a romantic evening, playing games and drinking wine. Xi Men Qing promised to host a banquet at home soon, inviting Lin Tai Tai and Wang San Guan Er.

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