A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Lin Dai, living with the Shen family, experiences her first physical punishment from Zhou, who has grown increasingly harsh since their wealth increased. After being struck, Lin Dai sobs while Shen Xi comforts her, promising a future away from Zhou's moods. Zhou later scolds Lin Dai for her behavior, insisting she must learn to be a good daughter-in-law. Lin Dai is tasked with copying the "Book for Daughters," a text emphasizing women's duties. Meanwhile, Shen Xi attends a literary gathering, where he reunites with Wu Sheng Yu, feeling awkward about their differing circumstances. The narrative explores themes of familial expectations and the harsh realities faced by young women.

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