Hui Niang smiled and said, "Mother, there's no need. Liu Lang is still young, and taking a concubine doesn't bring a good reputation. It's better not to make a big fuss."
Mrs. Chen felt somewhat uncomfortable hearing this.
She was initially worried about putting Xiao Wan in a difficult position; after all, Xiao Wan is a girl from a good family. Her father fell ill and needed Silver for treatment, leaving her no choice but to become a concubine.
But Hui Niang spoke as if taking a concubine is not a good reputation, yet wasn't she the one suggesting it? Now she says such things!
Mrs. Chen didn't show her feelings outwardly, only nodded, "Alright, we'll go by your suggestion."
During dinner that evening, the table was set with food, but only Mrs. Chen and Hui Niang were present. Mrs. Chen asked, "Where's Xiao Wan? Why isn't she here to eat?"
Hui Niang looked at Mrs. Chen a bit surprised, "Mother, how can Xiao Wan eat with us? She was bought to be a concubine."
