"Have a seat!" Xin Qing greeted and beckoned William to sit down. William noticed Ah Sha, who crawled on the carpet, having fun. "Mr. Ying's here too?"

Xin Qing picked up Ah Sha. "No, he isn't. The child's staying with me now. Come, baby. Say hello to uncle!"

Ah Sha did not know how to pronounce "Uncle", though she swung her arms at William happily and squeaked at the man for a good half day. William patted the girl's head and apologized. "I'm so sorry. Uncle ...