Even though Princess Anyu had heard such comments many times before, each time made her very happy, because she had outdone Princess Jiuyou, that countryside bumpkin.
She raised her handkerchief to cover her mouth and giggled in secret, "You mustn't talk like that, she just came back from outside."
Shen Chuwei watched the group whispering among themselves, and she could still hear those who spoke louder; she glanced at the nearby pastries and fruits, walked over, and grabbed a slice of melon to take a bite.
Princess Anyu originally wanted to have a laugh at Princess Jiuyou's expense but ended up watching her walk straight to the table, pick up the fruits, and start eating, one piece after another without a pause.
"Why isn't she talking? Is she mute?"
"Maybe she feels inferior? Look at her, just standing there eating, not saying a single word."
"Why do I think she looks a bit stupid?"