If she hadn't known these two princesses were at odds in their past lives, she would almost have believed their sisterly affection was genuine.
Qin Yuan lowered her head in silence.
Gu Jinghui said coldly, "Normally, when a princess visits, the whole family of Dingbei Marquis Mansion should greet her to conform with proper etiquette. But given the circumstances, we must adjust for expediency. I greet you with my wife out of respect for the distinction between men and women; for the sake of the princesses' reputations, should my wife do anything improper, I beg your forgiveness."
Princess Fuyun saw his displeasure and hurriedly said, "Third Brother, I only spoke as I did because I was afraid the lady was unfamiliar with such ceremonies and might lose her composure."
Qin Yuan sneered inwardly; this was simply reminding everyone of her humble origins.
