When Lian Manman and her group arrived at the Warm Pavilion, the inside was already packed with people. Under the warm lights, there were fragrances of balsam, and the sound of cheerful chatter. As Lady Shi entered the room, everyone, led by the Third Madam, quickly stood up.
Lady Shi promptly smiled and asked everyone to sit down. As she walked to the main seat, she exchanged greetings with several elderly ladies. Naturally, Lady Shi took the main seat, then pulled Manman to sit on the chair beside her. Lady Zhang was invited by the Third Madam to sit at the adjacent table.
Lian Manman couldn't refuse, so she had to sit down. As soon as she sat down, she felt countless gazes fall upon her. Naturally, Lian Manman knew the reason for this attention, so she pretended to be oblivious, smiling and exchanging pleasantries. However, in her heart, she secretly smiled wryly; this kind of attention was not what she wanted.
