"…I've never attended such a large family banquet before. I'm feeling quite unprepared and uncertain… What if I embarrass myself? Perhaps I should find a polite excuse to decline the invitation. We can discuss it further later. Madam Shao, what do you think?"
Qiao Xuan offered a reassuring smile. "First Madam Fan extended a personal invitation, so it wouldn't be wise to decline. Don't fret, I'll be by your side. And as the wife of the Deputy Prefect, even Old Lady Fan will have to accord you some respect. What's there to fear?"
"The Fan Clan might be influential, but it's not a den of tigers! Just stick with me when the time comes."
"Well…" Mrs. Jia couldn't refuse Qiao Xuan's kindness. After some thought, she nodded with a smile. "Alright, I'll trust your guidance, and I hope you'll offer some advice!"
"Don't worry! Although, I should caution you that Scribe Guan's wife might also be in attendance. Just be mentally prepared."
Scribe Guan's wife?