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A family discussion unfolded around the notice, as this would be their first official appearance in the circle of nobility—they deliberated on who should go and in what manner they should present themselves.
Qian Sangui was too ill to leave his bed and was definitely unable to attend. As for the men, Qian Manjiang would go. Regarding the women, Pan Yue could not go, as there would be many people, and not everyone bore goodwill towards her. Qian Yixiu was obliged to attend, but as an unmarried young lady, it was inconceivable for her to go alone; she required an older female relative to accompany her, so Lady Wu had to join as well.
Upon hearing this, Lady Wu waved her hands in protest, "Mother is afraid, Mother dares not go. I heard those noble ladies are both beautiful and appear young, and they are eloquent, too. Mother going might embarrass you all."
