The harmonizing tunes of flute and zither, along with the performance of Harem's best singer made the night significant, however, the Empress Dowager's eyes remained fixed at the young ladies who were trying to act relaxed but their nervousness could not be hidden.
It wasn't usual for them to enter the Imperial Palace for an informal event. They would consider themselves highly fortunate if they could get an invitation from Duchess Lan or Duchess Ning. And those who got in the gatherings of Madam Xuan were said to have blessings from heaven.
"Hey, whose family's Madam and daughter they are?" Lady Chi asked completely bewildered.
"I don't know, but why is she dressed in such a extravagant outfit? That lady beside her doesn't seem to be her daughter, she is wearing a jade Headwear?" Lady Mei observed the two women accompanied by five maids and an eunuch.
