"If you doubt our sincerity, I'm willing to swear an oath, written and witnessed. I can even have our Third Miss swear to it!"
"We're earnest in our request, Madam Shao. Please grant it."
Qiao Xuan couldn't help but feel perplexed. Why was the Mei Family so insistent? Did they possess such discerning taste? Were they so confident in her husband's future success that they felt compelled to issue an early warning?
"We'll address the future when it arrives. I'm not one to concern myself with long-term planning. After all, circumstances can change unexpectedly, can't they? No plan, no matter how meticulous, can guarantee a smooth journey ahead!"
"I'm rather obstinate and inclined to disregard advice. Second Ms. Lu, there's no need for further discussion. Let's conclude this matter here. If there's nothing else, Second Ms. Lu, kindly escort Third Miss Lu back."
"Madam Shao—"
"Lixia, Liqiu, see our guests off!"
