In the outer room, Lady Zhou sat upright on a chair, with Lian Xiuxiu, Lady Gu, Lady He, Lady Zhang, Lady Zhao, Lady Chiang, Lian Duoduo, Lian Yeye, and Lian Yaya standing beside and behind her. Zhao Xiue stood in front of Lady Zhou with hands hanging down.
The scene was quite solemn, and just as Lian Manman stepped through the door, she paused.
When Lady Zhang saw Lian Manman come in, she hurriedly gestured with her eyes. Lian Manman tiptoed over, running a short distance, called out "Nanny," and then moved to stand beside Lady Zhang.
Lady Zhou didn't lose her temper or scold Lian Manman.
"Jizong's wife, do you have any specialties in cooking?" Lady Zhou asked Zhao Xiue.
Zhao Xiue stole a glance at Lady He and saw that Lady He was smiling happily, giving her no hints.
"At home, I just make some homestyle dishes; I wouldn't dare to claim I have any specialties," Zhao Xiue said.