Restoring the prosperity of the past, at least for the next few years, seemed impossible.
Second Mrs. Fan acknowledged this reality with a pragmatic outlook, harboring little attachment to past glories.
As the wife of First Madam Fan, she was perhaps even less willing to accept this truth, yet she could bear it. She begrudgingly admitted its validity.
But when it came to Fan Ruyin and her daughter…
First Madam Fan pondered for a moment before deciding, "I will speak with them."
Second Mrs. Fan nodded in agreement. "That's right, sister-in-law. Don't forget!"
Once Second Mrs. Fan departed, First Madam Fan remained seated, quietly sipping her tea. After a while, she set down her cup and summoned someone. Then, she proceeded to the courtyard where Fan Ruyin and Bo Ruirui resided.
First Madam Fan chose her words carefully.
