This wouldn't suffice.
With the birth of Lord Shao's son, the Mei Family and the Huo Family had already paid their respects. Numerous other esteemed families had followed suit. It would be deemed improper for the Fan Family to abstain.
Refusing to attend would invite ridicule, painting them as petty and small-minded.
Both madams of the Fan family were irked by Mother-in-law's obstinacy and lack of decorum. Yet, attempting to sway her would only result in further conflict, ensuring their own reluctance to attend.
Should they relent and attend, they would undoubtedly face reprimand.
As seasoned grandmothers, they harbored no inclination to endure such admonishment.
The two Old Masters of the Fan family found themselves powerless to influence their wives in this matter. Laden with guilt and devoid of recourse, they resolved to act independently.
Their efforts, however, were swiftly met with their mother's scathing reproach.