Madam Tang, although just the wife of the county magistrate, had notable connections through both her husband's and her own family. Therefore, when she sent out invitations to Governor Ming's wife, Madam Ming, and the Commander's wife, Madam Huang, both promptly agreed to attend.
Second Madam Ji and Madam Wei of course wouldn't refuse either.
On the day of the gathering, the weather was fine and sunny. Manbao along with Bai Shan and Bai Erlang had transported all the flowers to Ganxiang Pavilion, placing them in the private room reserved by Madam Tang.
To highlight the nobility and elegance of the yaohuang and moutan peony, she had set each between two clusters of white peonies.
Not only did this arrangement accentuate the yaohuang and moutan peony in the center, but it also made the white peonies appear even more delicate and precious.
