章 1001: Famous

Everyone smiled and shifted the conversation to a different topic. Madame Lin instructed the maids to bring more tea and snacks, greeted everyone, and headed to the kitchen to check on the progress of the dishes.

Madame Qin, who had intended to leave, was convinced to stay and returned to her seat.

Madame Han's face was still flushed with embarrassment, but she didn't want to leave on a sour note. It was her first invitation from her husband's wife, after all. Casting a sharp glance at Qiao Xuan, she reluctantly sat back down.

Even Mrs. Zhou felt a sense of unease. She made a silent promise to herself to never interfere in others' affairs again.

Qiao Xuan had gained a newfound reputation after this confrontation, and even Madame Qin couldn't help but view her in a different light. Qiao Xuan carried herself with even more confidence than before. Eventually, a couple of madames exchanged pleasantries with her.

Qiao Xuan reciprocated the greetings.