Madam Hu was about forty years old, with thick eyebrows and rather delicate eyes, indicating that she was a beauty in her youth. She wore a sapphire overcoat with floral embroidery and a dark red velvet-bordered jacket underneath. She was short with slightly prominent cheekbones, giving her a somewhat sharp look.
She entered with a laugh, greeted the Grand Dowager, and then greeted everyone else.
The lively conversation in the room paused momentarily, and everyone looked at Xiqiu with somewhat strange expressions.
Xiqiu was secretly puzzled and didn't understand why everyone was scrutinizing her when Madam Hu arrived.
Madam Hu also took a moment to glance at Xiqiu, her eyes openly assessing her.
Xiqiu grew increasingly suspicious.
