The second watch, calling for the rosy dawn.
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"Five Wen Money?" Lady Zhou scoffed disdainfully, seemingly annoyed by the meager amount, yet ultimately she just pursed her lips and said no more. Even she knew very well that five wen was not at all a trifling sum. Moreover, Lady Zhao didn't need to work all day at the shop, and she would also be provided meals there.
Old Master Lian looked at Lady Zhou with some reproach. He was quite familiar with the personalities of Lian Shouxin and his wife Lady Zhang; if they decided to do this, they surely wouldn't shortchange Lady Zhao. There would definitely be a decent monthly wage. Lady Zhou's tactless remark about money, afraid that Lian Shouxin would not pay, nearly spoiled the harmonious atmosphere.
Since things had come to this, Old Master Lian could only sigh inwardly. If he scolded Lady Zhou now, it would seem somewhat insincere.