Greetings, esteemed Crown Prince Consort," proclaimed a middle-aged woman with alert eyes, clad in a blue and white cotton jacket. Leading a procession comprising managers and elderly maidservants, she guided them outward through the main entrance of Butterfly Pavilion. Among her entourage was the illustrious Crown Prince Consort, who had magnificently halted at the entrance and graciously executed a curtsy.
The youthful crown prince consort disembarked from the carriage and nonchalantly inclined Dottie's head in acknowledgment of the woman.
Li Ye trailed behind with an air of indifference. Caixiu, embroider, and Caiqi closely followed the Crown Prince Consort into Butterfly Pavilion.
"Kindly offer tea to the Crown Prince Consort."
"No need," waved the youthful crown prince consort dismissively, before casually selecting a seat to occupy.
