Muniang had nearly finished her discussions with Lady Rong and was preparing to rise and take her leave.
The Madame had specifically instructed her personal maid, Huaxia, to escort Muniang out. As Huaxia was leading Muniang towards the exit, just as they left Qin Fang Pavilion, they were met by a young maid.
"Sister Huaxia," the young maid said with a respectful tone, "the Old Madame has just received some peony hair oil, and thought to gift it to the ladies of each household. She asks that you personally come to collect it."
A frown fleetingly crossed Huaxia's face. This was something all the ladies had, and why would the Madame be interested? Even when the Old Madame had sent such things in the past, they were never used. Wouldn't using the same item as the concubines cheapen her own status?
