Because of her impulsive action, not only did she fail to gain Wu Haoli's favor, but she also lost her reputation. The marriage with Tofu Zhang was definitely going to fall through—who would want to marry a girl with a bad reputation? This perfectly good marriage prospect was ruined just like that. Not to mention finding such a good match in the future, it's even doubtful whether she could marry at all now.
Qiao Lianhua locked herself in her room, refusing to eat or drink. Mrs. Ji was angry at her for being rash and messing things up, but after all, she was her own dear daughter, so of course she felt pained. No matter how she tried to persuade her, nothing worked.
