An Jiaying was expecting a serene atmosphere when she entered the ballroom. Since the guests are all from the Elite Society, grace and elegance is something one from this particular group must posses.
So, who are these people?
"Am...am I in the right ballroom?" She incisively questioned the butler that escorted her.
The butler's expression gave An Jiuying the impression that he, too, was not sure.
An Jiaying hesitantly entered. She roamed her eyes to look for any familiar faces, in case that she's really in a wrong room.
She had really hoped that it was the case. But then, she caught sight of well known figures.
If the place is like this, how could they know that she have arrived? All of her efforts in looking good would be wasted by—
Wait, are those jewelries they are going crazy about?
"This is mine! I saw it first!"
"Well I grabbed it first!"
"I'll buy it with a higher price!"
"There's no use bargaining, the price is set!"
[1] Emperor Shenzong of the Song Dynasty is said to be the wealthiest Chinese emperor. With around 30% of global GDP, the equivalent of $30+ trillion today.