Mrs. Qin inquired the accompanying maid and finally learned the course of events. Although slightly surprised, she considered other possibilities.
After all, this was the East Palace, a model of etiquette, where adherence to protocol was naturally more rigorous.
Thus, she persuaded Lin Yanran through the door, but Lin Yanran was in a terrible mood and refused to listen.
Mrs. Qin had no choice but to say what she thought Lin Yanran wanted to hear:
"Indeed, most families only need to observe this rule after engagement. Those with lower status only avoid meeting for a month before the wedding. It shows that the lower their status, the more relaxed the etiquette."
"So, Yan'er, the person you're marrying is the Crown Prince, the heir of the country! The stricter the protocol you observe, the more it highlights your noble status!"
Mrs. Qin's earnest and tireless persuasion finally brought some comfort to Lin Yanran.
