Chapter 969 - 967 Eating the Sweetness
The front yard was bustling with activity, while the back yard seemed somewhat desolate.
For one, the wives accompanying the small officials were already timid upon hearing their husbands talk about how extraordinary Imperial Doctor Du was, especially since he had come from the Capital City.
Moreover, seeing Lady Qi, elegantly dressed with a regal air, made them feel even more inferior.
Then there was the banquet setting, filled with dishes they had never seen before, even more impressive than those at the home of the Magistrate’s Lady.
Even the maids serving the dishes were adept, dressed uniformly in refreshing green gowns, their demeanor more pleasing than the pampered daughters of their own households.
A few maids stood beside the banquet table, introducing each dish as it was served, occasionally asking guests if they needed anything.
This made the wives of the small officials feel even more restrained, watching Lady Qi at the head seat, feeling as if they couldn’t even hold their chopsticks properly.
Finally, someone gathered the courage to compliment Lady Qi with a few words, but she merely gave a light smile, showing no hint of pleasure.
This only made them more reluctant to act recklessly.
Old Granny Zhang, however, felt at ease in front of Lady Qi. She knew that Lady Qi actually had a playful nature, and was only putting on airs in front of outsiders, so she wouldn’t be tactless enough to expose her.
Comfortably seated at the table, she avoided many dishes due to mourning customs.
Lady Qi had prepared in advance, instructing the kitchen to make a few vegetarian dishes for Old Granny Zhang.