Qin Heng, concerned about appearances, scolded the old servant, "I'm talking with friends right now, why such a rush? Have the servant send a message back, saying I'll be dining out with friends and will return later, so Mother need not worry."
Gu Baoshu laughed, "You may not fear your mother, but I do. It's already mealtime, so we should part ways now."
After saying this, she casually cupped her hands and said to the dark-skinned Little Brother Hong who was watching the commotion, "Brother Hong, I'm heading back now, see you tomorrow."
"Alright, see you tomorrow." The dark-skinned youth's face shone brightly, quite pleased.
Qin Heng stomped his foot and exclaimed, "Hey, hey, you're leaving just like that?"
"Of course, what else? Accompany you for dinner? I'd rather go home and be with my third sister-in-law accompanying our mother. The dishes today are all my favorites."
Gu Baoshu strode away with great strides.
