Zhao Erhu arrived early at Shanglin Village, knowing about Zhao Yunxiang's illness. The nature of her strange sickness was unknown, and despite ongoing treatment, her condition deteriorated over time. Fearing the worst since Lin Genfa had sent for him, Erhu was uneasy, although he harbored resentment and disappointment towards Yunxiang for her past actions against Lin Yue, as she was still blood-kin.
"Erhu, you're back," Lin's mother warmly greeted him upon his arrival, her face beaming with happiness, "Why have you come so early? Please, come inside."
"I returned last night," Erhu answered while handing over the items he had brought, "I heard from my wife that older sister wasn't doing well, so I came to see her. How have you and father-in-law been these days?" he asked, then added, "These are special products from the south. I brought some specifically for you to try. Is Genfa out?"