"Oh, is it that family heirloom? The jade earring? How did you lose it?" Mrs. Wang immediately looked at Mrs. Zhao's ears. A translucent, emerald-green earring hung from her left ear, but her right ear was completely bare. Now Mrs. Wang was worried too. She and Mrs. Zhao were neighbors, and she knew this pair of earrings was a valuable family heirloom. They weren't just expensive; they held great sentimental value. It would be a terrible shame if it was lost for good.
"It must have fallen off while I was dancing. I checked in the mirror right before I left the house, and both earrings were definitely there." Mrs. Zhao came from a prominent family and was very particular about her appearance. She always checked herself carefully before leaving the house to make sure nothing was out of place.
"Then it must still be in the square. I'll get everyone to come help you look." Mrs. Wang quickly waved people over to help. "Don't go yet, everyone! Mrs. Zhao's earring is missing!"
