Although Xia Chunyu agreed to hear Ye Binghuai out, he made sure to put some conditions that would lessen their headache. Still, he knew, that this visit would be taxing for both him and Jinxuan.
Ye Jiayao has handed the responsibility for the New Year's Eve banquet to Jiang Yue, but she was still a little concerned so she was watching her work in the kitchen. They have been braising meat since yesterday. They made some braised beef since that was the Old Marquis' favorite as well as Madame's favorite smoked fish. The kitchen was the busiest place in the whole mansion.