Mrs. Kong was waiting for Mrs. Wu at the small side gate of the main courtyard, perfectly positioned where it was convenient to them, and even if someone saw, they wouldn't think much of it.
"These days I've been tied up and couldn't leave, otherwise I would have invited Sister Yue to the mansion to play. You look well; it's been a while since we saw each other. Let's go over there and chat."
Mrs. Kong immediately understood that her aunt was concerned about being seen. After a few formal exchanges, they linked arms and walked to a pavilion in the courtyard to sit down.
The pavilion wasn't very high, but sitting inside, they could clearly see if anyone was nearby, and there was no fear of being overheard.
