Although it was nominally a birthday party, for many members of prestigious families, it was also an opportunity to network, exchange resources, and gather gossip.
After all, the daughters and wives of wealthy families thrived on gossip—it helped the daughters secure better marriages and made the wives' lives more interesting.
"Miss Zuo, happy birthday!"
Seeing Zuo Mingqi walk in with her mother on her arm, feigning a calm and gentle demeanor, all the guests immediately raised their glasses, offering warm yet perfunctory congratulations to the host.
"Thank you, thank you! I hope everyone has a wonderful time here today."
Zuo Mingqi tried to suppress her absent-mindedness, smiling as she spoke.
