After he was done grumbling, he decided not to think about it any longer.
He made up his mind to go back to sleep, but the night was destined to be a sleepless one.
…
When Qi Qingyao got up early in the morning, she noted that the triplets had already freshened up. After the group had their breakfast, she was about to bring Dabao and Xiaobao into the study to begin the lottery when Steward Zhang rushed over and reported in a flustered manner, "M-missus, the State Preceptor and a party of people have arrived."
Lu Yan, who was sporting dark eye circles on his face, heard this and his temper immediately flared. "He still has the f*cking audacity to show up!"
Si Jin frowned. "He's looking to die."
"Calm down, both of you." Qi Qingyao cradled her temples and waved her hand. "Steward Zhang, please invite the State Preceptor in."