Nanxi arrived at the teahouse at the agreed-upon time. The setting was quite satisfying; blue and white porcelain cups, rosewood tables and benches, the place wasn't too crowded, and everyone there wore expressions of leisure, free of concerns.
Nanxi took a deep breath. Of course, those who have the time to leisurely enjoy tea must know how to enjoy life. Her mother once had a period of infatuation with tea ceremony, saying that one's mood would diffuse with the aroma of tea, mild and deep.
Nanxi looked around and her gaze swiftly landed on a seductive woman savoring her tea alone in a not too distant corner.
The woman's beauty was overwhelming, attracting glances from the nearby patrons. The men's eyes were filled with admiration, the women's with envy...
However, the woman remained calm and unruffled throughout, not revealing any hint of joy or sorrow.
