In the evening, on a tributary of the East River flowing through Yuan Guang City.
A single rosewood skiff, though unadorned, had wood the color of honey, and a closer look revealed its exceptional quality.
The skiff's furnishings were all elegant pieces, exuding an air of understated luxury from every corner.
At the bow of the boat, a handsome man with a face as smooth as jade and eyes as bright as stars was particularly eye-catching.
No one knew which wealthy family's young master he was, having suddenly taken a fancy to boating on the East River.
Along the banks of the East River, many of the women washing clothes were stunned by the sight of the dashing young master, and they immediately began to gossip amongst themselves.
Before long, perhaps captivated by the man's elegant demeanor, a young girl lost her footing, letting out a cry of alarm as she fell into the river.
However, the girl clearly knew how to swim and quickly resurfaced.
