Interior of the Third Hall

　　The interior of the Third Hall, also known as the Retiring Chamber, was where the Duke of Yansheng received officials of rank four and above and handled family internal disputes and affairs. The hall features an official desk arranged with seals, tally tokens, writing utensils, and other items, with bronze mirrors and the like placed on both sides. Behind the desk is a screen door.

　　The east wing served as the “Record Room,” which managed the land deeds and contracts of the noble house. Further back, there is another courtyard, where the north room functioned as the “Office Room,” overseeing general affairs and finances of the noble house. The west wing was the “Study Room,” handling private documents of the noble family. In the center of the room hangs a plaque inscribed with “Six Generations in Harmony,” symbolizing six generations living together in harmony and prosperity. It was handwritten by Emperor Qianlong during a time when the Kong family had six generations under one roof.