Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

Jia Huan and his companions visit Panxiang Temple, where he interacts with a maiden named Xing, exchanging silver for bamboo tubes. He inquires about renting a boat on Lake Tai, showing a keen interest in her background. After leaving the temple, Jia Huan meets his friends and enjoys a leisurely boat ride, engaging in light-hearted banter with his maidservants, Qing Wen and Ruyi. He showcases his poetic talent, attracting attention from nearby scholars. Despite an invitation to a literary gathering, he declines, opting for a carefree outing instead. The day concludes with a picturesque sunset over the lake.

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