Chapter 243: One More
Xia Zhiqian listlessly looked around. To her, the Jiumu Aristocratic Clan was barely worth mentioning. Even though her own brother was exceptionally outstanding, their family had been declining for many years, leaving behind only widows and orphans, a sight of weakness. Thus, Xia Zhiqian could only indulge in looking at flowers as well.
The topic of conversation in front seemed endless, like a show that would never drop its curtain. Tang Wei, the eldest daughter of the Tang Family of Wuxing, initially did not wish to partake in such boring discussions, but it was a gathering of ladies from prominent families, all of whom came from notable backgrounds.
"Ladies and sisters, thanks to the grace of the Empress Dowager today, we are able to see so many precious flowers. Let us focus on enjoying the flowers," Tang Wei said with a smile, trying to steer the topic away as she led everyone to admire the garden filled with vibrant flowers and willows.
The other noble ladies looked oddly at Tang Wei. They were not interested in watching flowers—what was so enjoyable about looking at some plants compared to juicy gossip?
"No wonder things were handled so hastily?" Princess Helin held back a surge of anger and sneered, "To discuss marriage matters when she is so gravely ill, it’s simply ludicrous."
"Exactly, even for us noble ladies, the engagement and wedding preparations take at least half a year, not to mention the elaborate proposal and dowry processes, let alone for a Commandery Princess. It’s even below the standard of commoners."
This was met with another round of laughter and cheer.
The Noble Ladies sitting in the main seats only heard the sounds of cheerful laughter.