Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

The narrative unfolds during the Dragon Boat Festival at Jia Fu, where Jia Huan, a concubine's son, observes the bustling preparations. Excluded from family events, he learns of gossip regarding his recent financial success from selling stories. Meanwhile, Lin Daiyu, feeling neglected by Bao Yu, requests a storybook from Jia Huan. As summer approaches, Jia Huan contemplates his future, needing funds to leave Jia Fu. He interacts with various characters, including Zi Juan, who delivers his story to Lin Daiyu. The contrast between Jia Huan's quiet life and the lively atmosphere in Daiyu's room highlights the dynamics within Jia Fu, revealing Jia Huan's ambitions and the complexities of familial relationships.

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