Women in ancient Chinese society adhered to the Three Obediences and Four Virtues, which regulated their behavior and conduct in every stage of their life : as a maiden daughter, as a wife, and later on as a mother.
While numerous high-born ladies were taught the proper etiquette and thus led their life in accordance with society's demand, their standing once they got married into their husbands' family, unfortunately, was measured only by their ability to produce children; sons in particular.
Long Zhao Xue's two wives if combined into one woman would be any man's dream spouse. There was the First Madam who was the epitome of a dignified wife : smart and good at managing the household, and that included bookkeeping. She was also a wise reasonable woman who did not get jealous and was nothing but a great help to her husband at all times.
