Qiushuang stepped over the threshold into the room, performed a curtsy, and quietly stood by the door with a respectful demeanor, saying, "Mr. Shen asked me to tell Miss that since the autumn examinations are near, he wants to study diligently and will not be going to the Jinfu with you."
Ye Zhi didn't think much of it, believing he was preparing for the autumn examinations, and gently replied, "Just as a bird must first flap its wings to soar high, one must first study to advance. Xiao Chen's diligence is commendable indeed."
"The weather is hot, Qiushuang, please instruct the kitchen to make some white fungus and jujube soup for him, and remember to add some ice to cool him down. Huanhuan, let's go."
The white fungus and jujube soup with crushed ice, cool and sweet, was Ye Zhi's favorite dessert.
Qiushuang acknowledged the order, bowed respectfully, and retreated, turning towards the kitchen.
After she left.
