The Empress Dowager was especially delighted, as it was her very first time successfully making a match.
Anning, without leaving any traces, flattered her several times; this made her even more pleased, and she chatted with Anning at length.
When Anning left, the Empress Dowager bestowed upon her many gifts and mentioned that if Minlan were to marry, she would add to her dowry.
Returning home, Anning began to ponder over Minwu's marriage prospects.
After inquiring about many candidates, she ultimately arranged a betrothal with the granddaughter of Imperial Censor Hu for Minwu.
Following Minwu's engagement, Anning sent a letter to the third branch, urging Xu Zhiqin and his wife to hurry to the Capital.
That year, Min Ying married the Empress Dowager's grand-niece Ye Zhenzhen, while Minlan was wed to the household of Prince Su.
With all the children's matrimonial affairs settled, Anning felt a weight lifted from her shoulders.
