Record of Places Outside the Tributaries

Seeking Verification

Secret Covenant

Returning the Portrait

Severing the Sleeve a classical euphemism for homosexual love, used here to describe deep, singular attachment

Sending a Matchmaker

Refusing Marriage

Drinking with a Courtesan

The Matchmaker's Report

Assisting in Illness

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Raising Funds for Travel

Separating Quarters

Warming the Stove

Preventing Intrusion

Blocked Appointment

Sending a Summons

Private Account

Swearing a Parting

Guarding the City