Indeed, it was a lavish feast costing 100 liang. The 18 dishes served were all exquisite, including succulent roasted lamb chops, tender hibiscus chicken slices, flavorful shredded pork with Beijing sauce, delightful four-joy balls, savory braised mutton, stir-fried fish slices, richly braised pork knuckles, and indulgent fried belly with oil…
Furthermore, Shao Yunduan displayed great generosity, offering a fine selection of wines.
The dishes were presented one by one, and Shao Yunduan smiled, exchanging a few polite words with his guests. They all raised their glasses in gratitude and eagerly began savoring the delicacies.
As scholars, they maintained an elegant dining etiquette, yet they wasted no time in savoring each delectable bite.
Regardless of their refinement, after spending years in the intermediate office of the Hanlin Academy, one could maintain an air of elegance and detachment as long as their family had the means to support them.
