Without knocking or asking for permission, Wei Ruo burst directly into Wangmei Garden.
The old maid, Li, who had intended to stop her, was thrown aside by Xiumei.
"Miss, what on earth are you doing?" Li fumed, her nose nearly skewed in anger.
Wei Ruo ignored her and proceeded directly towards where Wei Qingwan resided.
Wei Qingwan had been sleepless all night and was currently seated listlessly in front of her dressing table, contemplating the day's happenings.
Wei Ruo's intrusion was unexpected; she rose to her feet in surprise. "Sister... Sister, what are you doing?" she asked.
"Come with me to see Father," Wei Ruo requested.
"When Father returns, I will pay my respects. It seems inappropriate for you to barge into my Wangmei Garden like this," Wei Qingwan challenged.
"Whether it's appropriate or not, we can discuss that later," Wei Ruo replied, making a signal to Xiumei.
Immediately following, Xiumei stepped forward, grabbed Wei Qingwan and attempted to lead her away.