This chapter opens with a conversation between taohong and feng. Worried about her master's safety, feng tells him that she overheard concubinezhen accusing her of abuse, and that she would go to the pavilion to find out the truth. She also tells him to be careful with his wound, because she is afraid that she will betray her master. She says that she is loyal to her master, and if there is nothing else she can do for his highness, please allow her to take her leave. She tells him not to worry, as she has a secret about her mistress, and she will keep him safe.