Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

The narrative unfolds with Jia Huan learning about a conflict at Mantingfang and discussing plans with his associates. He reflects on the political landscape involving Li Kuan and the Shanxi merchants, hinting at brewing tensions. Meanwhile, Lin Zhi Yun, a character filled with longing, reminisces about past encounters and her feelings for a man, contemplating her future. The story also highlights the changing fortunes of the Lin family and their businesses, as Jia Lian seeks to acquire them. The setting is rich with spring imagery and social dynamics, illustrating the interplay of personal and political ambitions in a historical context.

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