Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

On the 8th day of the Winter Solstice, Jia Fu hosted a significant gathering to celebrate Jia Zheng's new ministerial position, subtly asserting its dominance among the four great families. Shi Zhi and his uncle debated attending, revealing tensions within the families. Meanwhile, the Wang family expressed reluctance to support Jia Fu, feeling overshadowed. Despite internal conflicts, Wang Cheng Si was compelled by his mother to attend. At Jia Fu, guests arrived for the banquet, including the Prince Consort of Yongchang, who conveyed messages of goodwill. Jia Huan engaged with guests while preparing for the official engagement announcement of Xue Baoqin and Jia Baoyu, amidst the backdrop of family dynamics and social expectations.

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