Following that incident, the Mei Family ceased their persistent efforts.
No longer were they bothered by unwanted visitors.
As for the Lu Family, stripped of the Mei Family's backing, they no longer posed a threat.
Several days later, during a gathering of young ladies from affluent families in Anze Province, Third Miss Lu had a near-fatal accident when she fell into the water.
Miraculously rescued, she suffered severe shock and hypothermia, requiring extended bed rest for recovery. The uncertainty surrounding her recuperation cast a shadow over her future.
Qiao Xuan couldn't help but feel relieved that she hadn't attended the gathering herself, as her absence would have raised suspicions.
In late January, a letter arrived from Shaoding Village. Taotao and Zhao Shu's wedding date had been set for the eighth of March.
