Qiao Xuan graciously bowed her head and flashed a warm smile. "I appreciate your concern, Fourth Princess Consort; I am perfectly well."
The Fourth Princess Consort, relieved to hear this, reprimanded Secondary Concubine Shi and instructed one of the maids to step forward. She then turned back to Qiao Xuan, her smile unyielding. "Since your personal maid is not present, it would be inconvenient for you. Xiang Rui, you may accompany Madame Shao and attend to her needs. Madame Shao, please accept her assistance. There is no need to decline; allow Xiang Rui to serve you."
With a respectful demeanor, Xiang Rui responded in a hushed tone, offering a polite bow to Qiao Xuan before discreetly positioning herself behind her mistress.
Feeling obliged by the circumstances, Qiao Xuan returned Xiang Rui's courtesy with a gracious smile.
