"Dad, what do you make of this? The Imperial Court says it's going to reform the currency, but who knows how they'll do it?" Mrs. Yang expressed her worries, no longer preoccupied with her son's household affairs.
Old Man Han took a drag of his cigarette, equally troubled, unsure of how the Imperial Court would implement the changes and whether it would be advantageous or detrimental to their family.
"In that case, I'll go out and sniff around, see what the situation actually is." Old Man Han thought for a moment, then decisively stood up and walked outside. Mrs. Yang quickly followed suit, not forgetting to tuck a string of coins into her bosom.
"Old man, let me accompany you. Staying at home is just as restless, and it's better to understand the situation firsthand."