Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

Xi Ren and Jin Chuan discuss the tension between Bao Yu and the 3rd Master, realizing Jin Chuan's loyalty to Bao Yu prevents her from taking sides. They encounter Jia Huan, who playfully observes a girl named Ling Guan crying under a rose trellis. Ling Guan's beauty and grace remind them of Lin Daiyu. Jia Huan reveals Ling Guan is a new maid, sparking curiosity. Later, Jia Qiang gifts Ling Guan a bird, but she feels mocked by the gesture. Jia Qiang shares that the girls may be dismissed soon due to costs, suggesting a theater opportunity for Ling Guan. The atmosphere in the Jia household becomes festive as preparations for a wedding unfold, with relatives and friends gathering, highlighting the family's social connections and status.

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