Shao Yunduan's estimation of them would undoubtedly plummet if they failed to demonstrate astuteness.
Following the banquet, the mother and daughter sank deeper into despondency and anxiety.
The tantalizing prospect of untold riches lay before them like a glistening mountain of gold, visible only to their eyes. Yet, it remained frustratingly out of reach, taunting them with its unattainable allure.
"Mother, what do we do now? What do we do?!" Bai Ruirui's distress was palpable, her agitation evident in her sleepless nights and dwindling appetite, her once-plump figure now noticeably diminished.
Such concerns for one's future and glory were enough to unsettle even the most composed.
Gritting her teeth, Fan Ruyin considered their options. "Why don't we resort to our old tactics…" Her voice trailed off with resignation.
