Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

Jia Zheng, furious over his son Bao Yu's actions involving a maid, Jin Chuan, calls for him. Despite the patriarchal blame falling on Jin Chuan, Jia Huan suggests reconciling the situation by asking for her return. Meanwhile, a representative from the Infante's mansion arrives, seeking the return of Qi Guan, a performer close to Bao Yu. Huo Chang Shi, the Infante's chief steward, pressures Jia Zheng to comply, but Jia Huan challenges him, asserting their family's dignity. The tension escalates as Jia Huan proposes submitting a memorial to the court about the Infante's audacity, highlighting the power dynamics at play and the family's noble status.

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