Dream of the Red Chamber was a long novel with rich plots and characters. Reading it required a certain amount of patience and time. Generally speaking, it was recommended to read about 30-60 minutes each time for the first time. This way, one could better understand the plot and characters of the novel, and at the same time, better grasp the rhythm of the reading. When reading, you also need to pay attention to the content of each chapter to summarize and analyze the important plots and characters in the novel. This can better deepen the impression of the novel and improve the interest and efficiency of reading. Reading 'Dream of the Red Chamber' for the first time requires enough patience and time. I suggest reading it a few more times to gradually improve your reading level and comprehension ability.