In this chapter, we learn that the King has bestowed upon Lady Alkaid the title of "lady alkaid" , which means "doctor of the second rank" . The King has also bestowed upon her the sum of one thousand taels, which is equal to the prince's fortune. The family is overjoyed at the news, and they all wish that they could live in the same house as the King and the Queen. They also wish that no one dares to take advantage of their situation.