They arrived at the Zhou Clan compound several hours after entering the carriage. The evening sun cast vibrant reds, oranges, and purples along the outer wall, which was decorated with banners and paper lanterns. Several people stood ready to greet them at the large entrance. They stood with their hands clasped and wore elaborate robes.
One of them was none other than Zhou Zu.
“Oh, my. Welcome, all of you. It is great to see you here. I am honored you could make it.”
“The honor is all ours. We were very pleased when you invited us,” Father said, bowing.
While Zhou Zu greeted Father and his two wives, a lot of attention was on the girls standing on either side of Wu Jian. Many people would point at them and whisper to each other.
Wu Meiying and Hou Jingshu were abnormally pretty even b
